Foot-candles to Lux Converter
Convert Foot-candles to Lux.
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Lux
1 Foot-candles = 10.7639 Lux
How to convert Foot-candles to Lux?
Foot-candles and lux measure illuminance. The relationship is:
- 1 foot-candle = 10.7639 lux
- 1 lux ≈ 0.092903 foot-candles
To convert Foot-candles to Lux, multiply the value by 10.7639.
Formula: Lux = Foot-candles × 10.7639
Step-by-Step Calculation
- Take the number of Foot-candles you want to convert (e.g., 50 fc).
- Multiply that value by 10.7639.
- The result is the value in Lux. (Example: 50 × 10.7639 ≈ 538.195 lux).
How to use this converter?
Enter foot-candles and instantly get lux—useful for lighting design standards and comparing international specs.
Common Foot-candles to Lux Conversions
Quick reference guide for common values.
1 fc ≈ 10.7639 lux
5 fc ≈ 53.8195 lux
10 fc ≈ 107.639 lux
20 fc ≈ 215.278 lux
30 fc ≈ 322.917 lux
50 fc ≈ 538.195 lux
75 fc ≈ 807.293 lux
100 fc ≈ 1076.39 lux
150 fc ≈ 1614.59 lux
200 fc ≈ 2152.78 lux
Tip: Lighting standards often use lux
Many international lighting recommendations and workplace standards use lux, which is why converting from foot-candles is common.
Common Foot-candles to Lux Conversions
| Foot-candles Input | Lux Result |
|---|---|
| 1 fc | 10.7639 lux |
| 5 fc | 53.8195 lux |
| 10 fc | 107.639 lux |
| 20 fc | 215.278 lux |
| 30 fc | 322.917 lux |
| 50 fc | 538.195 lux |
| 75 fc | 807.293 lux |
| 100 fc | 1076.39 lux |
| 150 fc | 1614.59 lux |
| 200 fc | 2152.78 lux |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert foot-candles to lux?
Multiply foot-candles by 10.7639 to get lux.
How many lux is 50 foot-candles?
50 fc is about 538.195 lux.
How many lux is 1 foot-candle?
1 foot-candle equals 10.7639 lux.
Is this conversion exact?
It’s based on standardized unit definitions and is accurate for practical use.
Why do some tools use 10.76?
That’s a rounded version of 10.7639.