Candela per square metre Candela per square metre The candela per square metre (cd/m) is the derived SI unit of luminance. The unit is based on the candela, the SI unit of luminous intensity, and the square metre, the SI unit of area. Nit (nt) is a non-SI name also used for this unit (1 nt = 1 cd/m). The term "nit" is believed to come from the Latin word "nitere", to shine. As a measure of light emitted per unit area, this unit is frequently used to specify the brightness of a display device. The sRGB spec for monitors targets 80 cd/m. Typically,
Candela Corp Candela Corp Candela Laser Corporation is an American laser company that develops and sells medical lasers for cosmetic use located in Wayland, Massachusetts. Candela Laser Corporation was founded in 1970. Candela has begun to extend its technology to treat a wider range of cosmetic conditions including the treatment of acne and acne scars, minor wrinkles, and even hair removal. This effort is part of a broader campaign to capture a larger market share of the growing cosmetic surgery industry in the United States and abroad. The company has made an effort to promote laser treatment as a safe and easy