What is a Phot (ph)?

A phot (ph) is a CGS unit of illuminance equal to 10,000 lux or one lumen per square centimeter.

Definition

Symbol

ph

Category

Illuminance

System

Metric

1 {unit} = {value} {otherUnit}

1 Phot = 10000 Lux (lx)

1 Phot = 929.031 Foot-candle (fc)

Common Uses

  • Historical photometry
  • High-intensity light measurement
  • Scientific literature

Phot Conversions

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