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Millicandela to candela Conversion
1 millicandela (mcd) is equal to 0.001 candela (cd).
1 mcd = 0.001 cd
or
1 cd = 1000 mcd
Formula
To convert a luminous intensity from millicandela (mcd) to candela (cd), divide the luminous intensity in millicandela by 1000
l(cd) = l(mcd) / 1000
Examples:
Convert 50 millicandela to candela:
l(cd) = 50mcd / 1000 = 0.05 cd
Conversion table
| Millicandela (mcd) | Candela (cd) |
|---|---|
| 1 mcd | 0.001 cd |
| 2 mcd | 0.002 cd |
| 3 mcd | 0.003 cd |
| 5 mcd | 0.005 cd |
| 10 mcd | 0.01 cd |
| 20 mcd | 0.02 cd |
| 25 mcd | 0.025 cd |
| 50 mcd | 0.05 cd |
| 100 mcd | 0.1 cd |
| 250 mcd | 0.25 cd |
| 500 mcd | 0.5 cd |
| 1000 mcd | 1 cd |
| Candela (cd) | Millicandela (mcd) |
|---|---|
| 1 cd | 1000 mcd |
| 2 cd | 2000 mcd |
| 3 cd | 3000 mcd |
| 5 cd | 5000 mcd |
| 10 cd | 10000 mcd |
| 20 cd | 20000 mcd |
| 25 cd | 25000 mcd |
| 50 cd | 50000 mcd |
| 100 cd | 100000 mcd |
| 250 cd | 250000 mcd |
| 500 cd | 500000 mcd |
| 1000 cd | 1000000 mcd |
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert millicandela to candela?
Divide the value in millicandela by 1000 to get the result in candela. For example, 5 mcd ÷ 1000 = 0.005 cd.
How many candela are in 1 millicandela?
1 millicandela (mcd) is equal to 0.001 candela (cd).
How do I convert candela back to millicandela?
Use the inverse operation: multiply the value in candela by 1000 to get the result in millicandela.
How accurate is the millicandela to candela 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:
