Convert Candelas to Microcandelas
Convert Candelas (cd) to Microcandelas (µcd) instantly and accurately.
Conversion Formula
µcd = cd × 1000000
About Candelas
The candela (cd) is the SI base unit of luminous intensity. A standard wax candle emits ~1 cd; a 60 W incandescent bulb ~60 cd (assuming Lambertian emission); a 1 W white power LED ~100 cd peak in a 5° beam. Defined since 2019 by fixing K_cd = 683 lm/W at 540 THz. 1 cd = 1 lm/sr.
About Microcandelas
The microcandela (µcd) equals 10⁻⁶ cd. LED indicators in standby or low-power mode: many SMD status LEDs operate at 1-100 µcd when current-limited to 10-100 µA. Also the typical sensitivity threshold of modern photomultiplier tube assemblies. 1 µcd = 10⁻⁶ cd.
Quick Reference Table
| Candelas (cd) | Microcandelas (µcd) |
|---|---|
| 1 cd | 1000000 µcd |
| 2 cd | 2000000 µcd |
| 5 cd | 5000000 µcd |
| 10 cd | 10000000 µcd |
| 25 cd | 25000000 µcd |
| 50 cd | 50000000 µcd |
| 100 cd | 100000000 µcd |