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Foot-candle to Lux

Convert Foot-candle to Lux and get the exact value instantly.

1 fc = 10.7639104 lx

About this conversion

To convert Foot-candle to Lux, multiply the number of Foot-candle by 10.7639104.

Illuminance — the light falling on a surface — is measured in lux in SI and foot-candles in US lighting design, which matters for photography, workplace standards and growing plants.

Conversion table

Foot-candle (fc)Lux (lx)
1 fc10.7639104 lx
2 fc21.5278208 lx
5 fc53.819552 lx
10 fc107.639104 lx
100 fc1076.39104 lx

How to use this converter

  1. Enter your Foot-candle value

    Type any number into the Foot-candle field. It starts at 1 so you can read the rate straight away.

  2. Read the Lux result

    The amount in Lux updates as you type, so there is no button to press and nothing to wait for.

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Frequently asked

How many Lux are in one Foot-candle?
One Foot-candle equals 10.7639104 lx. Enter any amount above to get an exact figure for your own value.
Is this converter accurate?
Yes. It uses the exact international definition of each unit and computes on your device, so the only rounding is for display.
Do you upload the numbers I enter?
No. The Foot-candle to Lux conversion runs entirely in your browser tab, and nothing you type is sent to a server.
Does it work on my phone?
Yes. It runs in any modern mobile browser and keeps working offline once the page has loaded.

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