Convert Nox to Lux

Type the number of nox that you wish to convert to lux.

1 nx (nox) = 0.001 lx (lux)

How to Convert Nox to Lux

The nox and lux are both units of illuminance. By definition, 1 lux equals exactly 1000 nox. This means to convert nox to lux, you divide by 1000.

Formula

lux = nox ÷ 1000

Step-by-Step Example

Convert 5 nx to lux:

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Convert 5 nx to lux

We need to convert nox to lux

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Apply the formula

Since 1 lx = 1000 nx, divide by 1000

5 ÷ 1000 = 0.005

Answer

5 nx = 0.005 lx

Nox to Lux Conversion Table

Quick reference table for common nox to lux conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.

Nox (nx) Lux (lx)
0.1 nx 0.0001 lx
0.5 nx 0.0005 lx
1 nx 0.001 lx
2 nx 0.002 lx
5 nx 0.005 lx
10 nx 0.01 lx
25 nx 0.025 lx
50 nx 0.05 lx
100 nx 0.1 lx

About These Units

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.

Lux (lx)

The lux (lx) is the SI unit of illuminance, measuring luminous flux per area (lumens per square meter). Typical values: moonlight 0.1 lx, office 300-500 lx, overcast day 1,000 lx, operating room 10,000 lx, direct sunlight 100,000 lx. Used in lighting design, photography, and workplace safety standards.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert nox to lux?

To convert nox to lux, divide the value by 1000. For example, 10 nx = 0.01 lx.

How many lux are in 1 nox?

1 nox equals 0.001 lux.

What is the formula for nox to lux?

The formula is: lx = nx ÷ 1000.