Lux to Foot-Candles Calculator
Convert between lux (lx) and foot-candles (fc) for lighting design, photography, architecture, and illumination planning. Calculate accurate illuminance conversions instantly.
Step 1: Input Illuminance Value
Understanding Illuminance Units
Lux (lx) is the SI unit of illuminance (lumens per square meter). Foot-candles (fc) is the imperial unit (lumens per square foot). 1 foot-candle = 10.764 lux.
Step 2: Common Values & Settings
10.764
Conversion Formula
Foot-candles = Lux ÷ 10.764
Lux = Foot-candles × 10.764
Illuminance Conversion Results
Summary
Common Values
Breakdown
Conversion Result
92.90 fc
1000 lux = 92.90 foot-candles
Input Value
1000 lux
Converted Value
92.90 fc
Conversion Factor
10.764
Precision
2 decimals
Common Illuminance Values
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Conversion Formula Breakdown
Mathematical Formula
1 foot-candle = 10.764 lux
To convert lux to foot-candles: fc = lx ÷ 10.764
To convert foot-candles to lux: lx = fc × 10.764
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