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Foot-candle (fc)

One lumen per square foot, standard in US lighting design.

Result10.76391042

1 foot-candle = 10.76391042 lux

Foot-candle at a glance

Unit nameFoot-candle (plural: foot-candles)
Symbolfc
Quantity measuredIllumination
Measurement systemUS customary
Also known asfc, footcandle, lumens per square foot
Definition exact?Yes — exact by definition

1 foot-candle in other illumination units

Unit1 fc equals
Lux10.7639104 lx
Phot0.001076391 ph
Nox10,763.9104 nx

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Frequently asked questions

What is a foot-candle?
One lumen per square foot, standard in US lighting design.
What is the symbol for the foot-candle?
The symbol for the foot-candle is fc. It measures illumination.
How many lux are in a foot-candle?
1 foot-candle = 10.7639104 lux.