Illuminance converter

Convert lx, klx, mlx, fc, ph and nox.

Conversion

This tool lets you convert illuminance between lux, foot-candles and other photometric units.

Result

Approximation

Enter an illuminance value to convert.

Quick explanation

Enter a positive or zero illuminance value, then select the source and target units.

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Additional information

Lux and foot-candle

Lux is the SI unit of illuminance. Foot-candle is still used in some English-speaking contexts, especially building, photography and lighting.

Phot and nox

One phot equals 10,000 lux. One nox equals 0.001 lux, like one millilux.

Illuminance or luminance?

Illuminance describes light received by a surface. Luminance describes light emitted or perceived in a direction.

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