Footlambert
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Footlambert Unit Table
A list of units symbol and data.
From fLTo sbAll conversion
1 fL0.00034262591 sb
2 fL0.00068525182 sb
3 fL0.00102787773 sb
4 fL0.00137050364 sb
5 fL0.00171312955 sb
6 fL0.00205575546 sb
7 fL0.00239838137 sb
8 fL0.00274100728 sb
9 fL0.00308363319 sb
10 fL0.0034262591 sb
Description

Footlambert (fL): Imperial Unit of Luminance

The footlambert is a non-SI unit of luminance used primarily in the United States, particularly in the cinema and projection industries. One footlambert equals approximately 3.426 candelas per square meter. This unit measures the brightness of images projected onto screens, ensuring optimal viewing conditions in theaters and auditoriums.

Professionals in the film and display sectors rely on footlambert measurements to calibrate projection systems and maintain consistent image quality. Understanding and applying this unit is essential for achieving the desired visual experience in various viewing environments.

Stilb (sb): CGS Unit of Luminance

The stilb is a unit of luminance in the CGS system, where one stilb equals 10,000 candelas per square meter. Although it is not commonly used in contemporary applications, the stilb serves as a historical unit for measuring high-intensity luminance, particularly in scientific research and specialized fields.

While the SI unit cd/m² has largely replaced the stilb, knowledge of this unit is useful when interpreting older scientific data or working within specific contexts that utilize CGS units. Understanding the conversion between stilb and cd/m² ensures accurate communication and analysis of luminance measurements.

Complete list of conversion for Footlambert
Footlambert (fL)

1 Footlambert = 3.4262591 Candela

Convert 2 fL → cd

1 Footlambert = 3.4262591 Candlepower

Convert 2 fL → cp

1 Footlambert = 3.4262591 Lumen

Convert 2 fL → lm

1 Footlambert = 3.4262591 Lux

Convert 2 fL → lx

1 Footlambert = 0.3183101942604446 Footcandle

Convert 2 fL → fc

1 Footlambert = 0.00034262591 Phot

Convert 2 fL → ph

1 Footlambert = 3.4262591 Candela per square meter

Convert 2 fL → cd/m²

1 Footlambert = 3.4262591 Nit

Convert 2 fL → nt

1 Footlambert = 0.00034262591 Stilb

Convert 2 fL → sb

1 Footlambert = 0.0010763910417848097 Lambert

Convert 2 fL → L

1 Footlambert = 3.4262591 Lumen second

Convert 2 fL → lm·s

1 Footlambert = 3.4262591 Lux second

Convert 2 fL → lx·s

1 Footlambert = 3.4262591 Rayleigh

Convert 2 fL → R