Convert Blondel to Nit

Convert blondels to nits by entering a value below.

1 blondel (blondels) = 0.3183098862 nit (nits)

How to Convert Blondels to Nits

The blondel and nit are both units of luminance. 1 nit equals 3.1415926534 blondels. This means to convert blondels to nits, you divide by 3.1415926534.

Formula

nits = blondels ÷ 3.1415926534

Step-by-Step Example

Convert 5 blondel to nits:

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Convert 5 blondel to nits

We need to convert blondels to nits

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Apply the formula

Since 1 nit = 3.1415926534 blondel, divide by 3.1415926534

5 ÷ 3.1415926534 = 1.591549431

Answer

5 blondel = 1.591549431 nit

Blondel to Nit Conversion Table

Quick reference table for common blondel to nit conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.

Blondels (blondel) Nits (nit)
1 blondel 0.3183098862 nit
2 blondel 0.6366197724 nit
5 blondel 1.591549431 nit
10 blondel 3.183098862 nit
15 blondel 4.774648293 nit
20 blondel 6.366197724 nit
25 blondel 7.957747155 nit
50 blondel 15.91549431 nit
100 blondel 31.83098862 nit

About These Units

Blondel (blondel)

The blondel is identical to the apostilb, equal to 1/π cd/m² ≈ 0.318 nits. Named after French physicist André Blondel. Represents the luminance of a perfect Lambertian diffuser illuminated by 1 lux. Rarely used; apostilb is the preferred term.

Nit (nit)

The nit is an informal name for candela per square meter (cd/m²), commonly used in display industry. Smartphone screen: 400-1,200 nits, outdoor display: 2,000-3,000 nits, HDR10 requires 1,000 nits peak, Dolby Vision supports up to 10,000 nits. From Latin "nitere" (to shine).

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert blondels to nits?

To convert blondels to nits, divide the value by 3.1415926534. For example, 10 blondel = 3.183098862 nit.

How many nits are in 1 blondel?

1 blondel equals 0.3183098862 nits.

What is the formula for blondels to nits?

The formula is: nit = blondel ÷ 3.1415926534.