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Hefner candle to Decimal candle Converter

Use this page to convert hefner candle values into decimal candle, with background details, formulas, a worked example, and a quick conversion table.

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.

Decimal candle

One decimal candle is equal to one international candle.

History: Decimal candle terminology appears in older lighting and photometry systems.

Current use: Used for legacy photometric conversion compatibility.

Also written as decimal candle.

Hefner candle to Decimal candle table

Hefner candle [HK]Decimal candle [decimal candle]
0.01 HK0.009 decimal candle
0.1 HK0.09 decimal candle
1 HK0.9 decimal candle
2 HK1.8 decimal candle
5 HK4.5 decimal candle
10 HK9 decimal candle
20 HK18 decimal candle
50 HK45 decimal candle
100 HK90 decimal candle

Frequently asked questions

  • How many Decimal candle (decimal candle) are in one Hefner candle (HK)?

    One Hefner candle equals 0.9 Decimal candle.

  • How do you convert Hefner candle to Decimal candle?

    Multiply the Hefner candle value by 0.9 to get the result in Decimal candle.

  • How do you convert Decimal candle back to Hefner candle?

    Multiply the Decimal candle value by 1.11111111111111 to get back to Hefner candle.

  • What is 1 Hefner candle in Decimal candle?

    1 Hefner candle equals 0.9 Decimal candle.