Convert Lumen per Square Meter to Nox
Type the number of lumens per square meter that you wish to convert to nox.
How to Convert Lumens per Square Meter to Nox
The lumen per square meter and nox are both units of illuminance. By definition, 1 lumen per square meter equals exactly 1000 nox. This means to convert lumens per square meter to nox, you multiply by 1000.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 lm/m² to nox:
We need to convert lumens per square meter to nox
Since 1 lm/m² = 1000 nx, multiply by 1000
5 × 1000 = 5000
5 lm/m² = 5000 nx
Lumen per Square Meter to Nox Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common lumen per square meter to nox conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Lumens per Square Meter (lm/m²) | Nox (nx) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 lm/m² | 100 nx |
| 0.5 lm/m² | 500 nx |
| 1 lm/m² | 1000 nx |
| 2 lm/m² | 2000 nx |
| 5 lm/m² | 5000 nx |
| 10 lm/m² | 10000 nx |
| 25 lm/m² | 25000 nx |
| 50 lm/m² | 50000 nx |
| 100 lm/m² | 100000 nx |
About These Units
Lumen per Square Meter (lm/m²)
Lumens per square meter (lm/m²) is the defining formula for lux: illuminance equals luminous flux divided by area. One lux = one lumen per square meter. Used in lighting calculations: required lumens = lux × area. Essential for lighting design and energy efficiency.
Nox (nx)
The nox (nx) equals 1 millilux (0.001 lux). Used in scotopic (low-light) vision research, astronomy, and light pollution studies. Full moon: 100-300 nox. Starlight: 0.1-1 nox. Quarter moon: 10-50 nox. Measures illumination at the threshold of human vision.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert lumens per square meter to nox?
To convert lumens per square meter to nox, multiply the value by 1000. For example, 10 lm/m² = 10000 nx.
How many nox are in 1 lumen per square meter?
1 lumen per square meter equals 1000 nox.
What is the formula for lumens per square meter to nox?
The formula is: nx = lm/m² × 1000.