Convert Microcandelas to Hefnerkerzen

Convert Microcandelas (µcd) to Hefnerkerzen (HK) instantly and accurately.

Microcandelas (µcd)
Hefnerkerzen (HK)

Conversion Formula

HK = µcd × 1.086956522e-6

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.

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.

Quick Reference Table

Microcandelas (µcd)Hefnerkerzen (HK)
1 µcd1.087 × 10-6 HK
2 µcd2.174 × 10-6 HK
5 µcd5.435 × 10-6 HK
10 µcd1.087 × 10-5 HK
25 µcd2.717 × 10-5 HK
50 µcd5.435 × 10-5 HK
100 µcd0.000108696 HK

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