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Candela per square meter (cd/m²) to Stilb (sb)
Convert measurements between Candela per square meter (cd/m²) and Stilb (sb).
Common conversions
1000cd/m² = 0.1 sb
5000cd/m² = 0.5 sb
10000cd/m² = 1 sb
24000cd/m² = 2.4 sb
32000cd/m² = 3.2 sb
55000cd/m² = 5.5 sb
Conversion information
1 Candela per square meter (cd/m²) = 0.0001 Stilb (sb)
Candela per square meter is the SI unit for luminance
The stilb is a cgs luminance unit, 1 sb = 10 kcd/m²
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a candela per square meter?
It is the SI unit of luminance, used to measure the brightness of a surface.
Where is cd/m² used?
In displays, architectural lighting, and surface brightness measurement.
What is a stilb?
It is a luminance unit in the cgs system, equal to 10 kcd/m².
Where is the stilb used?
In scientific literature and historical luminance applications.