Illuminance Converter
Illuminance is the light falling onto a surface
lx → fc
0.092903 fc
Illuminance is the light falling onto a surface. Lux (lumens per square meter) is the SI measure, while foot-candles are used in North American lighting design. Use the converter to plan interior lighting, photography, or code compliance.
All unit results
| Supported Units | Value |
|---|---|
| Lux lx | 1 |
| Kilolux klx | 0.001 |
| Foot-candle fc | 0.092903 |
| Phot ph | 0.0001 |
How to Use
Enter the value and your starting unit, such as lux or foot-candle, and your desired target unit from the dropdown menus. The tool will instantly output the precise illuminance conversion, along with a complete list of equivalent measurements. You can also quickly copy the value with or without units.
When to Use
Lux (lumens per square meter) is the SI measure, while foot-candles are used in North American lighting design. Use the converter to plan interior lighting, photography, or code compliance.
Common Illuminance Conversions
| 1 Lux (lx) | = | 0.092903 Foot-candle (fc) |
| 1 Lux (lx) | = | 0.001 Kilolux (klx) |
| 1 Foot-candle (fc) | = | 0.001076 Phot (ph) |
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Common Questions
What is the Illuminance converter used for?
Illuminance is the light falling onto a surface. Lux (lumens per square meter) is the SI measure, while foot-candles are used in North American lighting design. Use the converter to plan interior lighting, photography, or code compliance.