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Illuminance converter

microlux to centilux

Convert microlux (μlx) to centilux (clx). Use an editable illuminance converter, conversion formula, and reference table.

0.0001

1 μlx = 0.0001 clx

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Conversion formula

clx = μlx × 0.0001

One microlux equals 0.0001 centilux. Multiply your value in microlux by this factor to get centilux. For the reverse conversion, divide by the same factor.

Worked example

To convert 5 microlux:
5 × 0.0001 = 0.0005 clx

Conversion table

microlux (μlx)centilux (clx)
0.010.000001
0.10.00001
10.0001
20.0002
50.0005
100.001
250.0025
500.005
1000.01
10000.1

About these measurements

Illuminance is luminous flux falling on a surface per unit area.

The base reference used here is the lux. One microlux is 0.000001 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 μlx to clx?

Multiply the quantity in μlx by 0.0001. 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 microlux 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.

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