Convert Millilux to Lux
Use this free converter to change millilux (mlx) into lux (lx). Millilux and lux both measure illuminance. As a quick reference, 1 mlx equals 0.001 lx, and 1 lx equals 1000 mlx.
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Lux (lx)
0.001
1 mlx = 0.001 lx
Illuminance conversion table
| Millilux | Lux |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 0.00001 |
| 0.1 | 0.0001 |
| 0.5 | 0.0005 |
| 1 | 0.001 |
| 2 | 0.002 |
| 3 | 0.003 |
| 5 | 0.005 |
| 10 | 0.01 |
| 20 | 0.02 |
| 25 | 0.025 |
| 50 | 0.05 |
| 100 | 0.1 |
| 1,000 | 1 |
How to convert Millilux to Lux
Multiply the millilux value by 0.001 to get lux.
- Enter the number of millilux you want to convert.
- The converter instantly shows the equivalent value in lux.
- Worked example: 15 mlx × 0.001 = 0.015 lx.
- Use the swap button to reverse the conversion (lux to millilux).
About these units
Millilux (mlx)
- Definition
- A millilux (mlx) is one thousandth of a lux, used for very low-light measurement.
- History
- It is a metric sub-multiple of the lux.
- Current use
- Millilux values describe moonlit or deeply shaded environments in scientific photometry.
Lux (lx)
- Definition
- The lux (lx) is the SI unit of illuminance, equal to one lumen per square meter — a measure of how much light falls on a surface.
- History
- It was adopted as an SI unit in 1960, derived from the lumen and the meter.
- Current use
- Lux is used in lighting design, photography, agriculture (grow-light intensity), and workplace health and safety standards.
Frequently asked questions
How many lux are in a millilux?
There are 0.001 lx in 1 mlx. To convert, multiply the number of millilux by 0.001.
How do I convert millilux to lux?
Multiply the millilux value by 0.001 to get lux. For example, 10 mlx = 0.01 lx.
Is this millilux-to-lux converter free?
Yes. This converter is completely free, runs entirely in your browser, and requires no sign-up. Your inputs never leave your device.
Convert Millilux to other illuminance units
| Unit | 1 Millilux equals |
|---|---|
| Lux (lx) | 0.001 lx |
| Kilolux (klx) | 0.000001 klx |
| Foot-candle (fc) | 0.00009290304 fc |
| Phot (ph) | 1.0000e-7 ph |
| Nox (nx) | 1 nx |