Convert Candela per Square Inch to Foot-lambert
Input the number of candelas per square inch you want to convert to foot-lamberts.
How to Convert Candelas per Square Inch to Foot-lamberts
The candela per square inch and foot-lambert are both units of luminance. 1 candela per square inch equals 452.38934212 foot-lamberts. This means to convert candelas per square inch to foot-lamberts, you multiply by 452.38934212.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 cd/in² to foot-lamberts:
We need to convert candelas per square inch to foot-lamberts
Since 1 cd/in² = 452.38934212 fL, multiply by 452.38934212
5 × 452.38934212 = 2261.9467106
5 cd/in² = 2261.9467106 fL
Candela per Square Inch to Foot-lambert Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common candela per square inch to foot-lambert conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Candelas per Square Inch (cd/in²) | Foot-lamberts (fL) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 cd/in² | 45.238934212 fL |
| 0.5 cd/in² | 226.19467106 fL |
| 1 cd/in² | 452.38934212 fL |
| 2 cd/in² | 904.77868424 fL |
| 5 cd/in² | 2261.9467106 fL |
| 10 cd/in² | 4523.8934212 fL |
| 25 cd/in² | 11309.733553 fL |
| 50 cd/in² | 22619.467106 fL |
| 100 cd/in² | 45238.934212 fL |
About These Units
Candela per Square Inch (cd/in²)
Candelas per square inch (cd/in²) equals 1,550 nits. Used for specifying small, bright light sources in imperial units. One cd/in² ≈ 452 foot-lamberts. Rarely used; metric units preferred for technical specifications.
Foot-lambert (fL)
The foot-lambert (fL) equals 1/π candela per square foot ≈ 3.43 nits. The US cinema projection standard: movie theater screen 12-22 fL, IMAX 22 fL minimum, drive-in 4-8 fL. Also used in flight simulator displays and military cockpit specifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert candelas per square inch to foot-lamberts?
To convert candelas per square inch to foot-lamberts, multiply the value by 452.38934212. For example, 10 cd/in² = 4523.8934212 fL.
How many foot-lamberts are in 1 candela per square inch?
1 candela per square inch equals 452.38934212 foot-lamberts.
What is the formula for candelas per square inch to foot-lamberts?
The formula is: fL = cd/in² × 452.38934212.