Convert 2 Candlepower to Footcandle - Light

Candlepower

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Candlepower Unit Table

A list of units symbol and data.
From cp	To fc	All conversion
1 cp	0.09290312990644656 fc
2 cp	0.18580625981289312 fc
3 cp	0.2787093897193397 fc
4 cp	0.37161251962578623 fc
5 cp	0.46451564953223273 fc
6 cp	0.5574187794386793 fc
7 cp	0.6503219093451259 fc
8 cp	0.7432250392515725 fc
9 cp	0.836128169158019 fc
10 cp	0.9290312990644655 fc

Description

Candlepower (cp): Traditional Measure of Luminous Intensity

Candlepower is an older unit of luminous intensity, historically defined as the light emitted by a standard candle. While it has been largely replaced by the candela in the International System of Units, candlepower is still used colloquially to describe the brightness of flashlights, spotlights, and other directional light sources. One candlepower is approximately equal to one candela.

Despite its obsolescence in scientific contexts, understanding candlepower remains useful for interpreting product specifications and consumer information, especially in industries where traditional units persist. Recognizing the equivalence between candlepower and candela facilitates accurate comparisons and informed decisions when selecting lighting equipment.

Footcandle (fc): Imperial Unit of Illuminance

The footcandle is a non-SI unit of illuminance used primarily in the United States. It is defined as the illuminance on a one-square-foot surface from a uniform source of light equivalent to one lumen. One footcandle equals approximately 10.764 lux. Despite the global shift towards SI units, the footcandle remains prevalent in certain industries and applications.

Understanding footcandles is important for professionals working in lighting design, architecture, and photography within regions that use imperial measurements. It allows for the assessment and specification of lighting requirements, ensuring that spaces are adequately illuminated according to established standards and practices.

Complete list of conversion for Candlepower

Candlepower (cp)

1 Candlepower = 1 Candela

Convert 2 cp → cd

1 Candlepower = 1 Lumen

Convert 2 cp → lm

1 Candlepower = 1 Lux

Convert 2 cp → lx

1 Candlepower = 0.09290312990644656 Footcandle

Convert 2 cp → fc

1 Candlepower = 0.0001 Phot

Convert 2 cp → ph