Convert Microlux to Nanolux

Convert Microlux (µlx) to Nanolux (nlx) instantly and accurately.

Microlux (µlx)
Nanolux (nlx)

Conversion Formula

nlx = µlx × 1000

About Microlux

The microlux (µlx) equals 10⁻⁶ lx. Natural night illuminance: a moonless overcast sky ~100 µlx; scattered starlight ~200-300 µlx; crescent moon ~10-50 µlx. Used in night-vision equipment sensitivity specifications and observatory site-quality assessments. 1 µlx = 10⁻⁶ lx.

About Nanolux

The nanolux (nlx) equals 10⁻⁹ lx. Astronomical night-sky scale: the zodiacal band contributes ~10-50 nlx; airglow ~150 nlx; the Milky Way core ~100 nlx. The absolute human eye threshold is around 100 nlx. Used in night-sky quality metrics and photomultiplier tube calibration. 1 nlx = 10⁻⁹ lx.

Quick Reference Table

Microlux (µlx)Nanolux (nlx)
1 µlx1000 nlx
2 µlx2000 nlx
5 µlx5000 nlx
10 µlx10000 nlx
25 µlx25000 nlx
50 µlx50000 nlx
100 µlx100000 nlx

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