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Lambert to Foot-lambert Converter
Use this page to convert lambert values into foot-lambert, with background details, formulas, a worked example, and a quick conversion table.
Conversion formula
1 L = 929.0304 fL
1 fL = 0.00107639104167097 L
Example: 100 L = 92,903.04 fL
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Lambert
One lambert is equal to 3183.0988618379 candelas per square meter.
History: The lambert is named after Johann Heinrich Lambert and was used in older photometry.
Current use: Used mainly in legacy photometric references and surface brightness conversions.
Also written as L.
Foot-lambert
One foot-lambert is equal to 3.42625909963539 candelas per square meter.
History: Foot-lambert became common in cinema projection and US lighting practice.
Current use: Used for projection screens, cinema, signage, and display brightness references.
Also written as fL.
Lambert to Foot-lambert table
| Lambert [L] | Foot-lambert [fL] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 L | 9.290304 fL |
| 0.1 L | 92.90304 fL |
| 1 L | 929.0304 fL |
| 2 L | 1,858.0608 fL |
| 5 L | 4,645.152 fL |
| 10 L | 9,290.304 fL |
| 20 L | 18,580.608 fL |
| 50 L | 46,451.52 fL |
| 100 L | 92,903.04 fL |
Frequently asked questions
How many Foot-lambert (fL) are in one Lambert (L)?
One Lambert equals 929.0304 Foot-lambert.
How do you convert Lambert to Foot-lambert?
Multiply the Lambert value by 929.0304 to get the result in Foot-lambert.
How do you convert Foot-lambert back to Lambert?
Multiply the Foot-lambert value by 0.00107639104167097 to get back to Lambert.
What is 100 Lambert in Foot-lambert?
100 Lambert equals 92,903.04 Foot-lambert.
