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Hefner candle to Candle (German) Converter
Use this page to convert hefner candle values into candle (german), with background details, formulas, a worked example, and a quick conversion table.
Conversion formula
1 HK = 0.855 c (German)
1 c (German) = 1.16959064327485 HK
Example: 1 HK = 0.855 c (German)
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Hefner candle
One Hefner candle is equal to 0.9 international candles.
History: The Hefner candle was a German standard based on an amyl acetate flame lamp.
Current use: Used in historical lighting references and old photometric standards.
Also written as HK.
Candle (German)
One German candle is equal to 1.0526315789 international candles.
History: Regional candle standards existed before photometric units were internationally standardized.
Current use: Used for historical lighting references and legacy photometric conversions.
Also written as c (German).
Hefner candle to Candle (German) table
| Hefner candle [HK] | Candle (German) [c (German)] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 HK | 0.00855 c (German) |
| 0.1 HK | 0.0855 c (German) |
| 1 HK | 0.855 c (German) |
| 2 HK | 1.71 c (German) |
| 5 HK | 4.275 c (German) |
| 10 HK | 8.55 c (German) |
| 20 HK | 17.1 c (German) |
| 50 HK | 42.75 c (German) |
| 100 HK | 85.5 c (German) |
Frequently asked questions
How many Candle (German) (c (German)) are in one Hefner candle (HK)?
One Hefner candle equals 0.855 Candle (German).
How do you convert Hefner candle to Candle (German)?
Multiply the Hefner candle value by 0.855 to get the result in Candle (German).
How do you convert Candle (German) back to Hefner candle?
Multiply the Candle (German) value by 1.16959064327485 to get back to Hefner candle.
What is 1 Hefner candle in Candle (German)?
1 Hefner candle equals 0.855 Candle (German).