lux (lx) to foot-candle Conversion
Convert lux (lx) to foot-candle with precision. Enter values and get instant conversions.
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1 lux (lx) = 0 foot-candle
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About lux (lx) to foot-candle Conversion
Converting from lux (lx) to foot-candle is a common illuminance conversion.
This online converter allows you to easily convert between lux (lx) and foot-candle, providing instant results with high precision.
lux (lx)
Definition: The lux (symbol: lx) is the SI unit of illuminance, equal to 1 lumen per square meter. Measures how much light falls on a surface.
History: Adopted as part of the SI system in 1960. Based on the lumen (light flux) and meter (distance) definitions.
Current use: Standard for lighting design (500 lx for offices), photography (light meter readings), and workplace safety standards.
foot-candle
Definition: The foot-candle (symbol: fc) is an illuminance unit equal to 1 lumen per square foot (≈10.764 lx). Measures light falling on a surface.
History: Developed in the US lighting industry before metric adoption. Still common in American architectural lighting.
Current use: Used in US building codes, theater lighting, and horticulture (grow light measurements).
Details
- From: lux (lx)
- To: foot-candle
- Formula: 1 lx = 0.0929031299 foot-candle
- Example: 25 lx = 2.3225782477 foot-candle
lux (lx) to foot-candle Conversion Table
| lux (lx) | foot-candle |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 0.0009290313 |
| 0.1 | 0.009290313 |
| 1 | 0.0929031299 |
| 2 | 0.1858062598 |
| 3 | 0.2787093897 |
| 5 | 0.4645156495 |
| 10 | 0.9290312991 |
| 20 | 1.8580625981 |
| 50 | 4.6451564953 |
| 100 | 9.2903129906 |
| 1000 | 92.9031299064 |