Convert Hefnerkerzen to Millicandelas
Convert Hefnerkerzen (HK) to Millicandelas (mcd) instantly and accurately.
Conversion Formula
mcd = HK × 920
About Hefnerkerzen
The Hefnerkerze (HK) equals 0.920 cd (DIN 5031 conventional value). The German photometric standard unit from 1884 to 1942, defined by the luminous intensity of a Hefner lamp burning amyl acetate. Used as the official German standard before the adoption of the international candela. 1 HK = 0.920 cd.
About Millicandelas
The millicandela (mcd) equals 10⁻³ cd. The most common unit in LED datasheets: a standard 3 mm through-hole LED has 5-500 mcd at 20 mA; a high-efficiency indicator LED 500-2 000 mcd; signal LEDs for visible-range indicators typically 10-200 mcd. The IEC standard range for low-current indicators. 1 mcd = 10⁻³ cd.
Quick Reference Table
| Hefnerkerzen (HK) | Millicandelas (mcd) |
|---|---|
| 1 HK | 920 mcd |
| 2 HK | 1840 mcd |
| 5 HK | 4600 mcd |
| 10 HK | 9200 mcd |
| 25 HK | 23000 mcd |
| 50 HK | 46000 mcd |
| 100 HK | 92000 mcd |