Lambert to Stilb Converter
Convert Lambert (L) to Stilb (sb) instantly. 1 L = 0.31831 sb.
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1 L = 0.31831 sb
Formula:
sb = L × 0.3183098862With your value: 1 L = 0.31830989 sb
Other Lambert to Stilb conversions
Lambert to Stilb Conversion Table
| Lambert (L) | Stilb (sb) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.159155 |
| 1 | 0.31831 |
| 2 | 0.63662 |
| 5 | 1.591549 |
| 10 | 3.183099 |
| 15 | 4.774648 |
| 20 | 6.366198 |
| 25 | 7.957747 |
| 50 | 15.915494 |
| 100 | 31.830989 |
| 250 | 79.577472 |
| 500 | 159.154943 |
| 1000 | 318.309886 |
Stilb to Lambert Conversion Table
| Stilb (sb) | Lambert (L) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 1.570796 |
| 1 | 3.141593 |
| 2 | 6.283185 |
| 5 | 15.707963 |
| 10 | 31.415927 |
| 15 | 47.12389 |
| 20 | 62.831853 |
| 25 | 78.539816 |
| 50 | 157.079633 |
| 100 | 314.159265 |
| 250 | 785.398163 |
| 500 | 1,570.796327 |
| 1000 | 3,141.592654 |
Where these values come from
Every factor on this page is traced to the document that defines it. See the full provenance dataset or our methodology.
Lambert (L)
Luminance
Traceable to the candela, defined by fixing the luminous efficacy of 540 THz radiation at 683 lm/W.
Source: BIPM, The International System of Units (SI), 9th edition, 2019 (updated 2024)
Bureau International des Poids et Mesures · Reviewed 2026-07-01
Stilb (sb)
Luminance
Traceable to the candela, defined by fixing the luminous efficacy of 540 THz radiation at 683 lm/W.
Source: BIPM, The International System of Units (SI), 9th edition, 2019 (updated 2024)
Bureau International des Poids et Mesures · Reviewed 2026-07-01
How to Convert Lambert to Stilb
To convert from Lambert (L) to Stilb (sb), multiply the value by 0.3183098862.
Formula: sb = L × 0.3183098862
Reverse: L = sb × 3.1415926536
Step-by-Step Example
- Start with your value in Lambert. For example: 5 L
- Multiply by the conversion factor: 5 x 0.3183098862
- The result is: 1.591549 sb
About Lambert
The lambert (L) is a unit of luminance. One lambert equals 3183.098862 candela per square metres. UnitConvertLab converts it against every other luminance unit using this exact definition, so results are reproducible to full double precision rather than rounded lookup tables.
Common uses: luminance calculations, engineering and science, education.
About Stilb
The stilb (sb) is a unit of luminance. One stilb equals 10000 candela per square metres. UnitConvertLab converts it against every other luminance unit using this exact definition, so results are reproducible to full double precision rather than rounded lookup tables.
Common uses: luminance calculations, engineering and science, education.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Stilb are in 1 Lambert?
There are exactly 0.3183098862 Stilb in 1 Lambert. This means the conversion factor from Lambert to Stilb is 0.3183098862.
What is the formula to convert Lambert to Stilb?
The formula to convert Lambert to Stilb is: sb = L × 0.3183098862. For example, to convert 10 Lambert to Stilb, you would multiply 10 by 0.3183098862.
What is a Lambert?
The lambert (L) is a unit of luminance. One lambert equals 3183.098862 candela per square metres. UnitConvertLab converts it against every other luminance unit using this exact definition, so results are reproducible to full double precision rather than rounded lookup tables.
What is a Stilb?
The stilb (sb) is a unit of luminance. One stilb equals 10000 candela per square metres. UnitConvertLab converts it against every other luminance unit using this exact definition, so results are reproducible to full double precision rather than rounded lookup tables.
What are the common uses of Lambert?
The Lambert is commonly used in luminance calculations, engineering and science, education.
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UnitConvertLab. (2026). Lambert to Stilb converter. UnitConvertLab. Retrieved from https://unitconvertlab.com/convert/lambert-to-stilb