Illuminance Converter
Convert between various illuminance units including Lux, Foot-candle, Phot, and more with our easy-to-use tool. Perfect for lighting designers, photographers, and engineers.
How to Use the Illuminance Converter
Our illuminance converter is designed to be intuitive and easy to use. Follow these simple steps to convert between different illuminance units:
Enter Value
Type the numerical value you want to convert in the input field. You can use decimal values for precise measurements.
Select Unit
Choose the unit of measurement for the value you entered from the dropdown menu. This tells the converter what unit you're converting from.
Convert
Click the "Convert" button or simply press Enter. The conversion happens instantly, with no page reload required.
View Results
Instantly see all converted values displayed in a clean, organized grid. Results are shown for all available units.
Tips for Effective Use
- Real-time Conversion: The converter updates as you type, so you can see changes immediately
- Large Value Support: The tool automatically handles very large and very small values with scientific notation
- Mobile Friendly: Use the tool on any device - it works perfectly on smartphones and tablets
- No Limits: Convert as many values as you need with no restrictions
- Accuracy: All conversions use precise mathematical formulas for maximum accuracy
Understanding Illuminance Units
Illuminance measures the amount of light falling on a surface. Different industries use different units:
Lux (lx)
The SI unit of illuminance, equal to one lumen per square meter. Used worldwide for most lighting applications.
Foot-candle (fc)
Commonly used in photography and architecture in the United States. One foot-candle equals approximately 10.76 lux.
Phot (ph)
A unit used in scientific contexts, equal to 10,000 lux. Mostly used in physics research.
Nox
Used for very low light level measurements. One nox equals 0.001 lux, useful for night vision applications.
Real-time Analysis
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