Kilolux (klx)	Lux (lx)
1 klx	1000 lx
2 klx	2000 lx
5 klx	5000 lx
10 klx	10000 lx
25 klx	25000 lx
50 klx	50000 lx
100 klx	100000 lx
250 klx	250000 lx
500 klx	500000 lx
1000 klx	1000000 lx

Convert Kilolux to Lux

Convert kilolux to lux (klx to lx) with our instant calculator. 1 klx = 1000 lx. Includes exact formula and reference tables.

How to Convert Kilolux to Lux (klx to lx)

1 Kilolux (klx) is equal to 1000 Lux (lx). Multiply the kilolux value by 1000

Quick Answer 1 klx = 1000 lx

Formula lx = klx × 1000

Inverse Factor 1 lx = 0.001 klx

Unit Definitions & Metrology Context

The SI unit of illuminance is the lux (lx), which equals one lumen per square meter (1 lx = 1 lm/m²). It quantifies the intensity of light falling on a given surface.

About Kilolux (klx): Kilolux (klx) is a unit in the Illuminance measurement category. It is widely used in direct sunlight & greenhouse horticulture. Relative to the illuminance base unit, 1 klx equals 1000 Lux (lx).

About Lux (lx): Lux (lx) is a unit in the Illuminance measurement category. It is widely used in si standard illuminance (1 lumen/m²). The lux (lx) serves as the primary reference base unit for the illuminance domain.

Need to convert in the opposite direction? Visit our Convert Lux to Kilolux (lx to klx) calculator (1 lx = 0.001 klx).

Step-by-Step Worked Examples (klx to lx)

Convert 5 Kilolux to Lux: Applying the formula (lx = klx × 1000): starting with 5 klx, multiply the kilolux value by 1000 to get 5000 lx.
Convert 10 Kilolux to Lux: Applying the formula (lx = klx × 1000): starting with 10 klx, multiply the kilolux value by 1000 to get 10000 lx.
Convert 50 Kilolux to Lux: Applying the formula (lx = klx × 1000): starting with 50 klx, multiply the kilolux value by 1000 to get 50000 lx.

Popular Illuminance Conversions

Lux ⇄ Foot-candle

Multiply lux by ~0.092903 to calculate illuminance in foot-candles (or divide lux by 10.7639).

Foot-candle ⇄ Lux

Multiply foot-candles by ~10.7639 to convert to lux (1 fc ≈ 10.764 lx).

Kilolux ⇄ Lux

1 kilolux equals exactly 1,000 lux (typical overcast daylight is 1–10 klx).

Phot ⇄ Lux

1 phot equals exactly 10,000 lux (1 lumen per square centimeter).

Frequently Asked Questions

Verified answers and formulas for converting kilolux to lux.

How many lux are in 1 kilolux?

There are 1000 lux (lx) in 1 kilolux (klx). Conversely, 1 lux equals 0.001 kilolux.

How do you convert kilolux to lux?

To convert kilolux (klx) to lux (lx), use the formula: lx = klx × 1000. Multiply the kilolux value by 1000. For example, 10 klx equals 10000 lx.

How do I convert back from lux to kilolux?

To convert in the reverse direction from lux (lx) to kilolux (klx), use the inverse formula: klx = lx / 1000. Divide the lux value by 1000 (1 lx = 0.001 klx).

What is the difference between kilolux (klx) and lux (lx)?

Both kilolux and lux measure illuminance. Kilolux (klx) is a unit in the Illuminance measurement category. It is widely used in direct sunlight & greenhouse horticulture. Relative to the illuminance base unit, 1 klx equals 1000 Lux (lx). Lux (lx) is a unit in the Illuminance measurement category. It is widely used in si standard illuminance (1 lumen/m²). The lux (lx) serves as the primary reference base unit for the illuminance domain.

How do you convert foot-candles (fc) to lux (lx)?

Multiply the foot-candle value by 10.7639. For example, standard office lighting of 50 fc equals approximately 538.2 lux (50 × 10.7639 ≈ 538 lx).