Convert Nanolux to Lux
Convert Nanolux (nlx) to Lux (lx) instantly and accurately.
Conversion Formula
lx = nlx × 1.000000000e-9
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.
About Lux
The lux (lx) is the SI coherent unit of illuminance, equal to 1 lm/m². Civil twilight outdoors: ~10 lx; dimly lit corridor: ~50 lx; typical office (EN 12464): 300-500 lx; operating theatre: ~1 000 lx. The most widely used illuminance unit in lighting standards worldwide. 1 lx = 1 lm/m².
Quick Reference Table
| Nanolux (nlx) | Lux (lx) |
|---|---|
| 1 nlx | 1 × 10-9 lx |
| 2 nlx | 2 × 10-9 lx |
| 5 nlx | 5 × 10-9 lx |
| 10 nlx | 1 × 10-8 lx |
| 25 nlx | 2.5 × 10-8 lx |
| 50 nlx | 5 × 10-8 lx |
| 100 nlx | 1 × 10-7 lx |