Convert Foot-candle to Nox
Use this free converter to change foot-candles (fc) into nox (nx). Foot-candle and nox both measure illuminance. As a quick reference, 1 fc equals 10763.91 nx, and 1 nx equals 0.00009290304 fc.
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Nox (nx)
10763.91
1 fc = 10763.91 nx
Illuminance conversion table
| Foot-candle | Nox |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 107.6391 |
| 0.1 | 1076.391 |
| 0.5 | 5381.9552 |
| 1 | 10763.91 |
| 2 | 21527.821 |
| 3 | 32291.731 |
| 5 | 53819.552 |
| 10 | 107639.1 |
| 20 | 215278.21 |
| 25 | 269097.76 |
| 50 | 538195.52 |
| 100 | 1076391 |
| 1,000 | 10763910 |
How to convert Foot-candle to Nox
Multiply the foot-candle value by 10763.91 to get nox.
- Enter the number of foot-candles you want to convert.
- The converter instantly shows the equivalent value in nox.
- Worked example: 15 fc × 10763.91 = 161458.66 nx.
- Use the swap button to reverse the conversion (nox to foot-candle).
About these units
Foot-candle (fc)
- Definition
- A foot-candle (fc) is the illuminance produced by one lumen per square foot, equal to about 10.764 lux.
- History
- It originated in the era before the metric system and takes its name from the illuminance one foot from a standard candle.
- Current use
- Foot-candles remain the standard lighting unit in the United States for architectural and stage-lighting specifications.
Nox (nx)
- Definition
- A nox (nx) is a non-SI unit of illuminance equal to one millilux (0.001 lux), intended for very dim conditions.
- History
- It was proposed in the early 20th century for measuring nighttime light levels but was never officially standardised.
- Current use
- Nox is largely historical; modern low-light measurements use millilux or microlux instead.
Frequently asked questions
How many nox are in a foot-candle?
There are 10763.91 nx in 1 fc. To convert, multiply the number of foot-candles by 10763.91.
How do I convert foot-candles to nox?
Multiply the foot-candle value by 10763.91 to get nox. For example, 10 fc = 107639.1 nx.
Is this foot-candle-to-nox converter free?
Yes. This converter is completely free, runs entirely in your browser, and requires no sign-up. Your inputs never leave your device.
Convert Foot-candle to other illuminance units
| Unit | 1 Foot-candle equals |
|---|---|
| Lux (lx) | 10.76391 lx |
| Millilux (mlx) | 10763.91 mlx |
| Kilolux (klx) | 0.01076391 klx |
| Phot (ph) | 0.001076391 ph |
| Nox (nx) | 10763.91 nx |