Illuminance Conversion Calculator
About Illuminance Conversion
Illuminance measures the amount of light falling on a surface. It's important for various applications, including lighting design and photography. Different units are used to express illuminance based on the region or context.
Here are some common units of illuminance measurement:
- Lux (lx) - The standard unit of illuminance in the metric system. One lux equals one lumen per square meter.
- Foot-candles (fc) - A unit of illuminance used primarily in the United States. One foot-candle equals one lumen per square foot.
- Lumen per square meter (lm/m²) - Equivalent to lux, used in various contexts for measuring illuminance.
- Lumen per square foot (lm/ft²) - Equivalent to foot-candles, used to measure light intensity in feet.
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Understanding illuminance and its conversions helps in accurately assessing light levels for various applications.