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Kilocandela to Candlepower

Convert Kilocandela to Candlepower and get the exact value instantly.

1 kcd = 1000 cp

About this conversion

To convert Kilocandela to Candlepower, 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)Candlepower (cp)
1 kcd1000 cp
2 kcd2000 cp
5 kcd5000 cp
10 kcd10000 cp
100 kcd100000 cp

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 Candlepower result

    The amount in Candlepower 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 Candlepower are in one Kilocandela?
One Kilocandela equals 1000 cp. 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 Candlepower 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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