Convert Apostilb to Candela per Square Centimeter

Type the number of apostilbs that you wish to convert to candelas per square centimeter.

1 asb (apostilbs) = 3.183098862e-5 cd/cm² (candelas per square centimeter)

How to Convert Apostilbs to Candelas per Square Centimeter

The apostilb and candela per square centimeter are both units of luminance. 1 candela per square centimeter equals 31415.926534 apostilbs. This means to convert apostilbs to candelas per square centimeter, you divide by 31415.926534.

Formula

candelas per square centimeter = apostilbs ÷ 31415.926534

Step-by-Step Example

Convert 5 asb to candelas per square centimeter:

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Convert 5 asb to candelas per square centimeter

We need to convert apostilbs to candelas per square centimeter

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Apply the formula

Since 1 cd/cm² = 31415.926534 asb, divide by 31415.926534

5 ÷ 31415.926534 = 0.0001591549

Answer

5 asb = 0.0001591549 cd/cm²

Apostilb to Candela per Square Centimeter Conversion Table

Quick reference table for common apostilb to candela per square centimeter conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.

Apostilbs (asb) Candelas per Square Centimeter (cd/cm²)
0.1 asb 3.183098862e-6 cd/cm²
0.5 asb 1.591549431e-5 cd/cm²
1 asb 3.183098862e-5 cd/cm²
2 asb 6.366197724e-5 cd/cm²
5 asb 0.0001591549 cd/cm²
10 asb 0.0003183099 cd/cm²
25 asb 0.0007957747 cd/cm²
50 asb 0.0015915494 cd/cm²
100 asb 0.0031830989 cd/cm²

About These Units

Apostilb (asb)

The apostilb (asb) equals 1/π cd/m² ≈ 0.318 nits. Represents the luminance of a perfect diffuser illuminated by 1 lux. Also called blondel. One apostilb ≈ 0.0929 foot-lamberts. Useful in theoretical calculations involving diffuse reflection.

Candela per Square Centimeter (cd/cm²)

A candela per square centimeter (cd/cm²) equals 10,000 nits and is identical to the stilb. Used for very bright light sources: LED dies, laser diodes, arc lamps. Typical white LED: 10-100 cd/cm². Extremely bright by display standards.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert apostilbs to candelas per square centimeter?

To convert apostilbs to candelas per square centimeter, divide the value by 31415.926534. For example, 10 asb = 0.0003183099 cd/cm².

How many candelas per square centimeter are in 1 apostilb?

1 apostilb equals 3.183098862e-5 candelas per square centimeter.

What is the formula for apostilbs to candelas per square centimeter?

The formula is: cd/cm² = asb ÷ 31415.926534.