Luminous Intensity Converter
Convert between luminous intensity units
rate：1 cd = 1000 mcd
Results in all units
1 cd| Unit | Symbol | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Common | ||
| Candelas | cd | 1 |
| Millicandelas | mcd | 1,000 |
| Kilocandelas | kcd | 0.001 |
About Luminous Intensity Conversion
1 Candelas equals 1,000 Millicandelas. The conversion rate is 1 cd = 1000 mcd. You can switch to any other unit of this category above and see the result instantly.
This converter supports 3 units in total, including Candelas, Millicandelas, Kilocandelas, and covers metric, imperial and Chinese traditional systems.
Used in lighting design, LED specification, and photometry.
All values follow internationally accepted definitions and are rounded to the decimals you choose. The calculation runs entirely in your browser, so nothing is uploaded or stored on a server.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is 1 Candelas in Millicandelas?
1 cd = 1000 mcd. Multiply your value by this rate to convert manually.
How do I convert Candelas to Millicandelas?
Enter the value in the input box, pick the target unit and read the result right away. As a reference, 1 cd = 1000 mcd.
Which units does this converter support?
It supports Candelas, Millicandelas, Kilocandelas and many more. Use the search box above to filter units quickly.
How accurate are the conversion results?
Conversions follow internationally accepted definitions. Results can show up to 12 decimals, and scientific notation is available for extremely large or tiny values.
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Used in lighting design, LED specification, and photometry.
History & Background
The candela was originally defined by the light of a candle.
Conversion Details
Luminous intensity measures the power emitted by a light source in a particular direction. The SI unit is the candela (cd).
Common conversions: 1 cd = 1,000 mcd.