Centimeter-Candle to Foot-Candle Conversion
Convert between Centimeter-Candle and Foot-Candle quickly and accurately.
How to Convert Centimeter-Candle to Foot-Candle
Conversion Formula
Example
Convert 15 cm*c to ft*c, fc:
Unit Information
Learn about the illumination units you're converting between
Centimeter-Candle
cm*c
Definition
The Centimeter-Candle is a unit of illuminance equal to 10,000 lux, representing the illuminance produced by a standard candle at a distance of one centimeter. It is a larger unit used for measuring very high levels of illumination, such as those found in bright light sources or concentrated lighting.
History/Origin
Developed as part of the CGS (centimeter-gram-second) system of units, where smaller base units were commonly used. The centimeter-candle provided a convenient way to express high illumination values without using very large numbers in the metric system.
Current Use
Less common in modern practice but may still be encountered in specialized applications or older technical literature. It provides a practical scale for measuring very bright light sources or concentrated illumination in research and industrial applications.
Multiplier
10000
Offset
0
Foot-Candle
ft*c, fc
Definition
The Foot-Candle is an imperial unit of illuminance, representing the illuminance produced by a standard candle at a distance of one foot. It is equivalent to approximately 10.76 lux and is commonly used in countries that employ the imperial system for lighting measurements.
History/Origin
Developed in the United States and other countries using imperial units as a practical measure of illumination. It was based on the light output of a standard candle at a distance of one foot, providing an intuitive reference for lighting levels in everyday applications.
Current Use
Still widely used in the United States for architectural lighting, workplace safety standards, and general lighting applications. It provides a familiar unit for lighting professionals and is commonly referenced in building codes and lighting specifications.
Multiplier
10.764
Offset
0
Centimeter-Candle to Foot-Candle Conversion Table
| Centimeter-Candle [cm*c] | Foot-Candle [ft*c, fc] |
|---|---|
| 1 cm*c | 929.0304 ft*c, fc |
| 10 cm*c | 9290.304 ft*c, fc |
| 25 cm*c | 23225.76 ft*c, fc |
| 50 cm*c | 46451.52 ft*c, fc |
| 100 cm*c | 92903.04 ft*c, fc |
| 0 cm*c | 0E+0 ft*c, fc |
| -10 cm*c | -9290.304 ft*c, fc |
| -40 cm*c | -37161.216 ft*c, fc |
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