lux to centilux
Convert lux (lx) to centilux (clx). Use an editable illuminance converter, conversion formula, and reference table.
1 lx = 100 clx
Conversion formula
One lux equals 100 centilux. Multiply your value in lux by this factor to get centilux. For the reverse conversion, divide by the same factor.
Worked example
To convert 5 lux:5 × 100 = 500 clx
Conversion table
| lux (lx) | centilux (clx) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 1 |
| 0.1 | 10 |
| 1 | 100 |
| 2 | 200 |
| 5 | 500 |
| 10 | 1,000 |
| 25 | 2,500 |
| 50 | 5,000 |
| 100 | 10,000 |
| 1000 | 100,000 |
About these measurements
Illuminance is luminous flux falling on a surface per unit area.
The base reference used here is the lux. One lux is 1 base units; one centilux is 0.01 base units.
Important distinctions
One lux is one lumen per square meter.
Precision
The converter uses stored conversion factors and floating-point arithmetic. Results display up to ten significant digits, switching to scientific notation for very small or large values. Keep the precision of your original measurement when reporting results.
Common questions
How do I convert lx to clx?
Multiply the quantity in lx by 100. You can also type the value into the converter above.
Can I reverse the conversion?
Yes. Use the swap button or open the centilux to lux converter.
Reference
NIST Guide to the SI — conversion factors and prefix conventions. SI prefixes scale units by powers of ten; the dimension-specific notes above describe the assumptions used on this page.
