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Kilocandela to Candela

Convert Kilocandela to Candela and get the exact value instantly.

1 kcd = 1000 cd

About this conversion

To convert Kilocandela to Candela, multiply the number of Kilocandela by 1000.

Luminous intensity — light emitted in a given direction — is the candela in SI, historically the candlepower, with millicandela and kilocandela for LEDs and searchlights.

Conversion table

Kilocandela (kcd)Candela (cd)
1 kcd1000 cd
2 kcd2000 cd
5 kcd5000 cd
10 kcd10000 cd
100 kcd100000 cd

How to use this converter

  1. Enter your Kilocandela value

    Type any number into the Kilocandela field. It starts at 1 so you can read the rate straight away.

  2. Read the Candela result

    The amount in Candela updates as you type, so there is no button to press and nothing to wait for.

  3. Swap or keep exploring

    Use the swap control to flip the direction, or pick a related conversion from the list below.

Frequently asked

How many Candela are in one Kilocandela?
One Kilocandela equals 1000 cd. Enter any amount above to get an exact figure for your own value.
Is this converter accurate?
Yes. It uses the exact international definition of each unit and computes on your device, so the only rounding is for display.
Do you upload the numbers I enter?
No. The Kilocandela to Candela conversion runs entirely in your browser tab, and nothing you type is sent to a server.
Does it work on my phone?
Yes. It runs in any modern mobile browser and keeps working offline once the page has loaded.

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