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Candela to kilocandela Conversion
1 candela (cd) is equal to 0.001 kilocandela (kcd).
1 cd = 0.001 kcd
or
1 kcd = 1000 cd
Formula
To convert a luminous intensity from candela (cd) to kilocandela (kcd), divide the luminous intensity in candela by 1000
l(kcd) = l(cd) / 1000
Examples:
Convert 100 candela to kilocandela:
l(kcd) = 100cd / 1000 = 0.1 kcd
Conversion table
| Candela (cd) | Kilocandela (kcd) |
|---|---|
| 1 cd | 0.001 kcd |
| 2 cd | 0.002 kcd |
| 3 cd | 0.003 kcd |
| 5 cd | 0.005 kcd |
| 10 cd | 0.01 kcd |
| 20 cd | 0.02 kcd |
| 25 cd | 0.025 kcd |
| 50 cd | 0.05 kcd |
| 100 cd | 0.1 kcd |
| 250 cd | 0.25 kcd |
| 500 cd | 0.5 kcd |
| 1000 cd | 1 kcd |
| Kilocandela (kcd) | Candela (cd) |
|---|---|
| 1 kcd | 1000 cd |
| 2 kcd | 2000 cd |
| 3 kcd | 3000 cd |
| 5 kcd | 5000 cd |
| 10 kcd | 10000 cd |
| 20 kcd | 20000 cd |
| 25 kcd | 25000 cd |
| 50 kcd | 50000 cd |
| 100 kcd | 100000 cd |
| 250 kcd | 250000 cd |
| 500 kcd | 500000 cd |
| 1000 kcd | 1000000 cd |
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert candela to kilocandela?
Divide the value in candela by 1000 to get the result in kilocandela. For example, 5 cd ÷ 1000 = 0.005 kcd.
How many kilocandela are in 1 candela?
1 candela (cd) is equal to 0.001 kilocandela (kcd).
How do I convert kilocandela back to candela?
Use the inverse operation: multiply the value in kilocandela by 1000 to get the result in candela.
How accurate is the candela to kilocandela conversion?
The converter multiplies by the conversion factor 1000 and rounds the result to 9 decimal places by default. You can increase or reduce the precision with the digits option on this page.
Sources
Conversion factors are based on internationally recognised standards:
