IEC 61199:2011
(Main)Single-capped fluorescent lamps - Safety specifications
Single-capped fluorescent lamps - Safety specifications
IEC 61199:2011 specifies the safety requirements for single-capped fluorescent lamps for general lighting purposes of all groups havingcaps according to Table 1. It also specifies the method a manufacturer should use to show compliance with the requirements of this standard on the basis of whole production appraisal in association with his test records on finished products. This method can also be applied for certification purposes. Details of a batch test procedure which can be used to make limited assessment of batches are also given in this standard. This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition published in 1999. It constitutes a technical revision. Main technical changes are the introduction of requirements for high frequency operation, a new temperature measurement position and few new cap-holder fits.
Lampes à fluorescence à culot unique - Specifications de sécurité
La CEI 61199:2011 spécifie les exigences de sécurité pour les lampes à fluorescence à culot unique, destinées à l'éclairage général, de tous les groupes ayant des culots conformes au Tableau 1. Elle spécifie aussi la méthode qu'il convient qu'un fabricant utilise pour démontrer la conformité de ses produits aux exigences de la présente norme, méthode basée sur l'évaluation de la qualité de la production globale, associée aux résultats d'essais enregistrés sur les produits finis. Cette méthode peut aussi être appliquée à des fins de certification. Des précisions sont également données, dans la présente norme, sur la procédure de contrôle par lot qui peut être utilisée pour l'appréciation limitée de la qualité des lots. Cette troisième édition annule et remplace la deuxième édition parue en 1999. Elle constitue une révision technique. Les principales modifications techniques concernent l'introduction d'exigences relatives au fonctionnement à haute fréquence, d'un nouvel emplacement pour la mesure de la température ainsi que de quelques changements au niveau des ensembles culot/douille.
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INTERNATIONAL
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Single-capped fluorescent lamps – Safety specifications
Lampes à fluorescence à culot unique – Spécifications de sécurité
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IEC 61199 ®
Edition 3.0 2011-07
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
Single-capped fluorescent lamps – Safety specifications
Lampes à fluorescence à culot unique – Spécifications de sécurité
INTERNATIONAL
ELECTROTECHNICAL
COMMISSION
COMMISSION
ELECTROTECHNIQUE
PRICE CODE
INTERNATIONALE
CODE PRIX X
ICS 29.140.30 ISBN 978-2-88912-570-8
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 4
INTRODUCTION . 6
1 Scope . 7
2 Normative references. 8
3 Terms and definitions . 8
4 Safety requirements . 10
4.1 General . 10
4.2 Marking . 10
4.3 Mechanical requirements for caps . 10
4.3.1 Construction and assembly . 10
4.3.2 Dimensional requirements for caps . 10
4.3.3 Pin connections and keying configurations . 11
4.4 Insulation resistance . 11
4.5 Electric strength . 11
4.6 Parts which can become accidentally live . 11
4.7 Resistance to heat and fire . 12
4.8 Creepage distance for caps . 13
4.9 Lamp cap temperature rise . 13
4.10 Radio interference suppression capacitors . 14
4.10.1 General . 14
4.10.2 Moisture resistance . 14
4.10.3 Resistance to flame and ignition . 15
4.11 UV radiation . 15
4.12 Information for luminaire design . 15
4.13 Information for ballast design . 15
4.14 Information for lampholder design . 15
5 Assessment . 15
5.1 General . 15
5.2 Whole production assessment by means of the manufacturer’s records . 16
5.3 Assessment of the manufacturer’s records of particular tests . 20
5.4 Rejection conditions of batches . 20
5.5 Sampling procedures for whole production testing . 21
5.6 Sampling procedures for batch testing . 21
Annex A (normative) Tests for assessing caps for construction and assembly . 23
Annex B (normative) Maximum lamp cap temperature rise values and method of
measurement . 24
Annex C (informative) Information for luminaire design . 30
Annex D (normative) Conditions of compliance for design tests . 32
Annex E (normative) Cathode connection configurations . 33
Annex F (normative) Normal and abnormal lamp operation, lamp non-interchangeability
requirements . 35
Annex G (normative) Information for thermal tests . 37
Annex H (informative) Information for ballast design . 38
Annex I (informative) Information for lampholder design . 39
Bibliography . 41
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Figure 1 – Places where to measure the temperature . 14
Figure B.1 – Example for a test circuit for the measurement of the cap temperature rise
at maximum discharge current and maximum SoS . 25
Figure B.2 – Examples where to measure the temperature according to Clause B.2 . 27
Figure E.1 – Where to connect the cathodes of different caps . 34
Figure G.1 – Ball-pressure apparatus . 37
Table 1 – Sheet references of IEC 60061 . 7
Table 2 – Grouping of test records – Sampling and acceptable quality levels (AQL) . 17
Table 3 – Acceptance numbers AQL = 0,65 % . 18
Table 4 – Acceptance numbers AQL = 2,5 % . 19
Table 5 – Batch sample size and rejection number . 21
Table B.1 – Maximum cap temperature rise, lamps with internal or external starter (test
at abnormal operating conditions) . 28
Table B.2 – Maximum cap temperature rise, lamps for starterless operation (test at
normal operating conditions) . 29
Table C.1 – Maximum cap temperature, lamps with internal or external starter (test at
abnormal operating conditions). 30
Table C.2 – Maximum cap temperature, lamps for starterless operation (test at
normal operating conditions) . 31
Table F.1 – Maximum allowable currents and rated lamp power . 36
Table G.1 – Test temperatures . 37
Table I.1 – Temperature point . 39
Table I.2 – Maximum temperatures related to lampholder design . 40
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SINGLE-CAPPED FLUORESCENT LAMPS –
SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS
FOREWORD
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International Standard IEC 61199 has been prepared by subcommittee 34A: Lamps, of IEC
technical committee 34: Lamps and related equipment.
The text of this standard is based on the following documents:
FDIS Report on voting
34A/1468/FDIS 34A/1493/RVD
Full information on the voting for the approval of this standard can be found in the report on
voting indicated in the above table.
This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition published in 1999. It constitutes a
technical revision. Main technical changes are the introduction of requirements for high
frequency operation, a new temperature measurement position and few new cap-holder fits.
This publication has been drafted in accordance with the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2.
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The committee has decided that the contents of this publication will remain unchanged until the
stability date indicated on the IEC web site under "http://webstore.iec.ch" in the data related to
the specific publication. At this date, the publication will be
• reconfirmed,
• withdrawn,
• replaced by a revised edition, or
• amended.
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INTRODUCTION
For the ease of measurement, a new location for measuring the maximum cap temperature
and maximum cap temperature rise has been introduced with this third edition of this standard,
resulting in new temperature values. However, the design of lampholders is based on the
traditional measurement location. Therefore, a new Annex I has been introduced, providing the
previous methods and values for those lamp types and kinds of lamp operation, which have
been already covered in the previous edition of this standard. For lamps, which are operated by
means of an electronic ballast however, also a new measurement method and temperature
limits are given.
Special attention has been given to the requirements related to high frequency operation, not
covered in the previous edition.
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SINGLE-CAPPED FLUORESCENT LAMPS –
SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS
1 Scope
This International Standard specifies the safety requirements for single-capped fluorescent
lamps for general lighting purposes of all groups having caps according to Table 1.
It also specifies the method a manufacturer should use to show compliance with the
requirements of this standard on the basis of whole production appraisal in association with his
test records on finished products. This method can also be applied for certification purposes.
Details of a batch test procedure which can be used to make limited assessment of batches
are also given in this standard.
NOTE Compliance with this standard concerns only safety criteria and does not take into account the performance
of single-capped fluorescent lamps for general lighting purposes with respect to luminous flux, colour, starting and
operational characteristics. For this information, readers are referred to IEC 60901.
Table 1 – Sheet references of IEC 60061
Sheet numbers
Cap type IEC 60061-1 IEC 60061-3
Lamp caps Cap gauges
2G7 7004-102 7006-102
2GX7 7004-103 7006-102
2G8 7004-141 7006-141, 141H, 141J, 141K
GR8 7004-68 7006-68A, 68B, 68E
G10q 7004-54 7006-79
GR10q 7004-77 7006-77A, 68B, 68E
GU10q 7004-123 7006-123, 123A
GX10q 7004-84 7006-79, 84, 84A and 84B
GY10q 7004-85 7006-79, 85 and 85A
GZ10q 7004-124 7006-79
2G10 7004-118 7006-118
2G11 7004-82 7006-82
2GX11-1 7004-82A 7006-82F, 82G, 82H
2GX13 7004-125 7006-125A, 125B
G23 7004-69 7006-69
GX23 7004-86 7006-86
G24, GX24 7004-78 7006-78
GZ24q * *
GX32 7004-87 7006-87
* to be developed.
It may be expected that lamps which comply with this standard will operate safely at supply
voltages between 90 % and 110 % of rated supply voltage of the used ballast and when
operated with a ballast complying with IEC 61347-2-3 or IEC 61347-2-8 with a starting device
complying with IEC 60155 (if applicable) and in a luminaire complying with IEC 60598-1.
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2 Normative references
The following reference documents are indispensable for the application of this document.
For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest
edition of the reference document (including any amendments) applies.
IEC 60061-1 Lamp caps and holders together with gauges for the control of inter-
changeability and safety – Part 1: Lamp caps
IEC 60061-2, Lamp caps and holders together with gauges for the control of inter-
changeability and safety – Part 2: Lampholders
IEC 60061-3, Lamp caps and holders together with gauges for the control of inter-
changeability and safety – Part 3: Gauges
IEC 60061-4, Lamp caps and holders together with gauges for the control of
interchangeability and safety – Part 4: Guidelines and general information
IEC 60155, Glow-starters for fluorescent lamps
IEC 60360, Standard method of measurement of lamp cap temperature rise
IEC 60410, Sampling plans and procedures for inspection by attributes
IEC 60529, Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)
IEC 60598-1:2008, Luminaires – Part 1: General requirements and tests
IEC 60695-2-10, Fire hazard testing – Part 2-10: Glowing/hot-wire based test methods –
Glow-wire apparatus and common test procedure
IEC 60901, Single-capped fluorescent lamps – Performance specifications
IEC 61347-2-3, Lamp control gear – Part 2-3: Particular requirements for a.c. supplied
electronic ballasts for fluorescent lamps
IEC 61347-2-8, Lamp control gear – Part 2-8: Particular requirements for ballasts for
fluorescent lamps
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
3.1
single-capped fluorescent lamp
low-pressure mercury discharge lamp having a single cap in which most of the light from the
lamp is emitted by a layer of fluorescent material excited by the ultraviolet radiation from
the discharge
3.2
group
lamps having the same electrical and cathode characteristics, the same physical dimensions
and the same starting method
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3.3
type
lamps of the same group having the same photometric and colour characteristics
3.4
family
lamp groups which are distinguished by common features of materials, components, tube
diameter and/or method of processing
3.5
nominal value
approximate quantity value used to designate or identify a lamp
3.6
rated value
quantity value for a characteristic of a lamp for specified operating conditions
The value and the conditions are specified in this standard, or assigned by the manufacturer or
responsible vendor.
3.7
design test
test made on a sample for the purpose of checking compliance of the design of a family, group
or a number of groups with the requirements of the relevant clause
3.8
periodic test
test, or series of tests, repeated at intervals in order to check that a product does not deviate in
certain respects from the given design
3.9
running test
test repeated at frequent intervals to provide data for assessment
3.10
batch
all lamps of one family and/or group and identified as such and put forward at one time for test
or checking compliance
3.11
whole production
production during a period of twelve months of all types of lamps within the scope of this
standard and nominated in a list of the manufacturer for inclusion in the certificate
3.12
SoS value
abbreviation for the “sum of the squares” (SoS) of the two currents through the two lead wires
at a lamp electrode
The currents are measured as r.m.s. values. The lead current at one electrode coil, which gets
the higher r.m.s. current value is called I (“lead high”), the lead current with the lower r.m.s.
LH
value is called I (“lead low”). The values of the two currents have to be squared and added
LL
(SoS = I ² + I ²).
LH LL
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3.13
specific effective radiant UV power
effective power of the UV radiation of a lamp related to its luminous flux
Unit: mW/klm
NOTE The effective power of the UV radiation is obtained by weighting the spectral power distribution of the lamp
with the UV hazard function S (λ). Information about the relevant UV hazard function is given in IEC 62471. It only
UV
relates to possible hazards regarding UV exposure of human beings. It does not deal with the possible influence of
optical radiation on materials, like mechanical damage or discoloration.
4 Safety requirements
4.1 General
Lamps shall be so designed and constructed that in normal use they present no danger to the
user or the surroundings.
In general, compliance is checked by carrying out all the tests specified.
4.2 Marking
4.2.1 The following information shall be legibly and durably marked on the lamps:
a) mark of origin (this may take the form of a trade mark, the manufacturer's name or the
name of the responsible vendor);
b) the nominal wattage (marked "W" or "watts") or any other indication which identifies
the lamp.
4.2.2 Compliance is checked by the following:
a) presence and legibility of the marking by visual inspection;
b) durability of marking by applying the following test on unused lamps.
The area of the marking on the lamp shall be rubbed by hand with a smooth cloth damped with
water for a period of 15 s.
After this test, the marking shall still be legible.
4.3 Mechanical requirements for caps
4.3.1 Construction and assembly
Caps shall be so constructed and assembled to the tube(s) that the whole assembly remains
intact and attached during and after operation. In case of lamps with G10q, GZ10q and 2GX13
caps, the caps shall be capable of being rotated like described in Annex A.
Compliance is checked by carrying out the tests given in Annex A.
At the end of the tests, the caps shall show no damage that impairs safety.
4.3.2 Dimensional requirements for caps
4.3.2.1 Lamps shall use standardized caps in accordance with the dimensional requirements
of IEC 60061-1.
4.3.2.2 Compliance is checked by using the gauges shown in Table 1.
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4.3.3 Pin connections and keying configurations
4.3.3.1 Pin connections
The connection of lamp cathodes to the pins of caps having four pins shall conform to the
requirements shown in Annex E for the relevant cap.
Compliance is checked by electrical continuity tests between relevant pins and/or by visual
inspection.
4.3.3.2 Key configuration
For those cap types incorporating keys which ensure non-interchangeability with similar lamp
types, the caps shall conform to the cap/key version given in the relevant lamp data sheet
of IEC 60901. Annex F gives guidance to which cap/key shall be used when designing lamps to
operate on a certain ballast.
Compliance is checked by a suitable measuring system and/or visual inspection.
4.4 Insulation resistance
4.4.1 The insulation resistance between the metal parts, if any, of the cap and all pins
connected together shall not be less than 2 MΩ.
4.4.2 Compliance is checked by measurement with suitable test equipment using a d.c.
voltage of 500 V.
In the case of caps made entirely from insulating material, the test is made between all pins
connected together and metal foil wrapped over those surfaces that are accessible when
the cap has been connected to a lampholder with minimum shrouding dimensions, as given
in IEC 60061-2.
4.5 Electric strength
4.5.1 The insulation between the same parts as those referred to in 4.4 shall withstand the
test voltage of 4.5.2. No flash-over or breakdown shall occur during the test.
4.5.2 Compliance is checked with a 1 500 V a.c. voltage of substantially sine-wave form, with
a frequency of 50 Hz or 60 Hz and applied for 1 min. Initially, not more than half the prescribed
voltage shall be applied; it shall then be raised rapidly to the full value.
Glow discharges without a drop in voltage are neglected.
4.6 Parts which can become accidentally live
4.6.1 Metal parts, if any, intended to be insulated from live parts shall not be or become live.
4.6.2 With the exception of cap pins, no live part shall project from any part of the cap.
4.6.3 Compliance is checked by a suitable measuring system which may include visual
inspection where appropriate. In addition, there shall be regular daily checks of the equipment
or a verification of the effectiveness of the inspection. See 5.5.4.
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4.7 Resistance to heat and fire
4.7.1 Insulating material of caps shall be sufficiently resistant to heat.
4.7.2 Compliance is checked by the following tests.
4.7.2.1 Samples are tested for a period of 168 h in a heating cabinet at a temperature as
given in Annex G.
At the end of the test, the samples shall not have undergone any change impairing their future
safety, especially in the following respects:
– reduction in the protection against electric shock as required in 4.4 and 4.5;
– loosening of cap pins, cracks, swelling and shrinking as determined by visual inspection.
At the end of the test, the dimensions shall comply with the requirements of 4.3.2.
4.7.2.2 Samples are subjected to a ball-pressure test by means of the apparatus shown in
Figure G.1.
The surface of the part under test is placed in the horizontal position and a steel ball of 5 mm
diameter is pressed against this surface by a force of 20 N. If the surface under test bends, the
part where the ball presses shall be supported.
The test shall be made in a heating cabinet at a temperature of 125 °C ± 5 °C.
After 1 h, the ball shall be removed and the diameter of the impression measured. This
diameter shall not exceed 2 mm.
The test shall not be made on parts of ceramic material.
4.7.3 Insulating material of caps shall be resistant to abnormal heat and to fire.
4.7.4 Compliance is checked by the following test.
Parts are subjected to a test using a nickel-chromium glow-wire heated to 650 °C. The test
apparatus shall be that described in IEC 60695-2-10.
The sample to be tested is mounted vertically on the carriage and pressed against the glow-
wire tip with a force of 1 N, preferably 15 mm or more from the upper edge of the sample. The
penetration of the glow-wire into the sample is mechanically limited to 7 mm. After 30 s the
sample is withdrawn from contact with the glow-wire tip.
Any flame or glowing of the sample shall extinguish within 30 s of withdrawing the glow-wire
and any burning or molten drops shall not ignite a piece of tissue paper consisting of five
layers, spread out horizontally 200 mm ± 5 mm below the sample.
The glow-wire temperature and heating current shall be constant for 1 min prior to commencing
the test. Care shall be taken to ensure that heat radiation does not influence the sample during
this period. The glow-wire tip temperature is measured by means of a sheathed fine-wire
thermocouple constructed and calibrated as described in IEC 60695-2-10.
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NOTE Precautions should be taken to safeguard the health of personnel conducting tests against risks of
– explosion or fire;
– inhalation of smoke and/or toxic products;
– toxic residues.
4.8 Creepage distance for caps
4.8.1 The minimum creepage distance between contact pins and the metal parts (if any) of
the cap shall be in accordance with the requirements in IEC 60061-4, sheet 7007-6. Relevant
cap standard sheet numbers of IEC 60061-1 are given in Table 1.
4.8.2 Compliance is checked by measurement in the most onerous position.
4.9 Lamp cap temperature rise
4.9.1 The lamp cap temperature rise above ambient temperature shall not exceed the
relevant value given in Table B.1 and Table B.2.
4.9.2 The test procedure is specified in Annex B.
4.9.3 Conditions of compliance are given in Clause D.4.
4.9.4 Where it can be shown that one lamp group produces the highest cap temperature rise
for a given lamp family, only tests on this one lamp group are necessary to show compliance of
all identically capped lamps.
NOTE There is a correlation between the highest temperature on the cap surface as given in Annex C and the
temperature on a point at the side surface of the cap, closer to the lamp reference plane, which is given in Annex I.
The point on the side surface of the cap is described in Table I.1. The maximum temperature which can be
expected at that point is given in Table I.2. An example for the location of the 2 points for temperature
measurement is shown in Figure 1.
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c
b
a
Front view
d
Top view
IEC 1573/11
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a reference plane
b distance x as given in Table I.1
c circumferential line on the side surface (Annex I)
d highest temperature on the cap surface (Annex C)
Figure 1 – Places where to measure the temperature
4.10 Radio interference suppression capacitors
4.10.1 General
Lamps which contain integral means of starting and/or contain capacitors to suppress radio
interference shall have capacitors which comply with the following requirements.
4.10.2 Moisture resistance
The capacitor shall be resistant to moisture. Compliance is checked by the following test.
Before humidity treatment, the capacitors shall be kept at an ambient temperature which
+4
does not differ from the temperature within the humidity test enclosure by more than °C
for at least 4 h.
Immediately after the humidity treatment of 48 h in an atmosphere of 91 % to 95 % relative
humidity and an ambient temperature between 20 °C and 30 °C maintained within limits
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of ±1 °C, the capacitor shall be subjected to and satisfactorily withstand a d.c. voltage of
2 000 V without breakdown for 1 min.
The test voltage shall be applied across the terminations of the capacitor and initially shall not
be more than half the prescribed voltage. It shall then be raised gradually to the full value.
4.10.3 Resistance to flame and ignition
The capacitor shall be resistant to flame and ignition.
Compliance is checked by the following test. The capacitors are each subjected to a gradually
increasing a.c. voltage until breakdown occurs. The voltage source used to this effect shall
have a short-circuit power of approximately 1 kVA.
Thereafter, each capacitor shall be connected in series with an inductive ballast, of a rated
wattage suitable for operating the relevant lamps and operated for 5 min at the rated voltage of
the ballast.
During this test, the capacitor shall not induce flame or cause ignition.
4.11 UV radiation
The specific effective radiant UV power emitted by the lamp shall not exceed the value of
⋅ klx).
2 mW/klm. For reflector lamps, it shall not exceed the value of 2 mW/(m
NOTE In IEC 62471, exposure limits are given as effective irradiance values (unit W/m ) and for risk group
classification, the values for general lighting lamps are to be reported at an illuminance level of 500 lx. The
borderline for risk group exempt is 0,001 W/m at an illuminance level of 500 lx. This means the specific value,
2 2 2
related to the illuminance, is 0,001 divided by 500 in W/(m ⋅lx), which is 2 mW/(m ⋅klx). Since lx = lm/m this equals
2 mW/klm specific UV power.
Compliance is checked by spectroradiometric measurement, under the same conditions as for
the lamp’s electrical and photometric characteristics as given in IEC 60901.
4.12 Information for luminaire design
Refer to Annex C.
4.13 Information for ballast design
Refer to Annex H.
4.14 Information for lampholder design
Refer to Annex I.
5 Assessment
5.1 General
This clause specifies the method a manufacturer should use to show that his product conforms
to this standard on the basis of whole production assessment, in association with his test
records on finished products. This method can also be applied for certification purposes.
Subclauses 5.2, 5.3 and 5.5 give details of assessment by means of the manufacturer’s
records.
Details of a batch test procedure which can be used to make limited assessment of batches
are given in 5.4 and 5.6. Requirements for batch testing are included in order to enable the
assessment of batches presumed to contain unsafe lamps. As some safety requirements
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cannot be checked by batch testing, and as there may be no previous knowledge of the
manufacturer’s quality, batch testing cannot be used for certification purposes nor in any way
for an approval of the batch. Where a batch is found to be acceptable, a testing agency may
only conclude that there is no reason to reject the batch on safety grounds.
5.2 Whole production assessment by means of the manufacturer’s records
5.2.1 The manufacturer shall show evidence that his products comply with the particular
requirements of 5.3. To this end, the manufacturer shall make available all the results of his
product testing pertinent to the requirements of this standard.
5.2.2 The test results may be drawn from working records and, as such, may not be
immediately available in collated form.
5.2.3 The assessment shall be based in general on individual factories each meeting the
acceptance criteria of 5.3. However, a number of factories may be grouped together, providing
they are under the same quality management. For certification purposes, one certificate may
be issued to cover a nominated group of factories, but the certification authority shall have the
right to visit each plant to examine the relevant local records and quality control procedures.
5.2.4 For certification purposes, the manufacturer shall declare a list of marks of origin and
corresponding lamp families, groups and/or types which are within the scope of this standard
and manufactured in a nominated group of factories. The certificate shall be taken to include
all lamps so listed made by the manufacturer. Notification of additions or deletions may be
made at any time.
5.2.5 In presenting the test results, the manufacturer may combine the results of different
lamp families, groups and/or types according to column 4 of Table 2.
The whole production assessment requires that the quality control procedures of a
manufacturer shall satisfy recognized quality system requirements for final inspection. Within
the framework of a quality system based also on in-process inspection and testing, the
manufacturer may show compliance with some of the requirements of this standard by means
of in-process inspection instead of finished product testing.
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Table 2 – Grouping of test records –
Sampling and acceptable quality levels (AQL)
1 2 3 4 5 6
Clause Test Type of Permitted Minimum annual sample AQL*
or test accumulation of per accumulation
Subclause test records
For lamps For lamps
between lamp
made most of made
groups
the year infrequently %
4.2.2 a) Marking – Running All families with the 200 32 2,5
legibility same method of
marking
4.2.2 b) Marking – Periodic All families with the 50 20 2,5
durability same method of
marking
4.3.1 Construction Periodic All families using 125 80 0,65
and assembly or the same method of
(Annex A as or use or use –
of cap to bulb design attachment and
appropriate) Clause D.1 Clause D.1
(unused same tube diameter
lamps)
Construction Design All families using Use Use –
and assembly the same method of Clause D.1 Clause D.1
of cap to bulb attachment and
(after heating same tube diameter
test)
4.3.2.2 Dimensional Periodic All families using 32 32 2,5
requirements the same method of
for caps attachment and
same tube diameter
4.3.3.1 Cap pin Periodic By group and type 125 80 0,65
connection
4.3.3.2 Cap key Periodic By group and type 125 80 0,65
(where configuration
applicable)
4.4 Insulation Design All families using Use Use –
resistance the same cap Clause D.2 Clause D.2
4.5 Electric Design All families using Use Use –
strength the same cap Clause D.2 Clause D.2
4.6 Accidentally 100 % By group and type – – –
live part Inspection
4.7.2 Resistance Design All families Use Use –
to heat Clause D.3 Clause D.3
4.7.4 Resistance Design All families Use Use –
to fire Clause D.3 Clause D.3
4.8 Cap creepage Design All families Use Use –
distance Clause D.3 Clause D.3
4.9 Cap Design Lamps selected Use Use –
temperature according to 4.9.3 Clause D.4 Clause D.4
rise
4.10 Capacitor test Design All families using Use Use –
the same capacitor Clause D.3 Clause D.3
4.11 UV radiation Design By family, group, 4 4 -
type
* For the use of this term, see IEC 60410.
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5.2.6 The manufacturer shall provide sufficient test records with respect to each clause and
subclause as indicated in column 5 of Table 2.
5.2.7 The number of non-conformities in the manufacturer’s records shall not exceed the
limits shown in Table 3 or Table 4 relevant to the acceptable quality level (AQL) values shown
in column 6 of Table 2.
Table 3 – Acceptance numbers AQL = 0,65 %
Number of lamps Acceptance Number of lamps Qualifying limit for
in manufacturer’s number in manufacturer’s acceptance as
records records percentage of lamps
in records
80 1 2 001 1,03
81 to 125 2 2 100 1,02
126 to 200 3 2 400 1,00
201 to 260 4 2 750 0,98
261 to 315 5 3 150 0,96
316 to 400 6 3 550 0,94
401 to 500 7 4 100 0,92
501 to 600 8 4 800 0,90
601 to 700 9 5 700 0,88
701 to 800 10 6 800 0,86
801 to 920 11 8 200 0,84
921 to 1 040 12 10 000 0,82
1 041 to 1 140 13 13 000 0,80
1 141 to 1 250 14 17 500 0,78
1 251 to 1 360 15 24 500 0,76
1 361 to 1 460 16 39 000 0,74
1 461 to 1 570 17 69 000 0,72
1 571 to 1 680 18 145 000 0,70
1 691 to 1 780 19 305 000 0,68
1 781 to 1 890 20 1 000 000 0,67
1 891 to 2 000 21
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Table 4 – Acceptance numbers AQL = 2,5 %
Number of lamps Acceptance Number of lamps Qualifying limit for
in manufacturer’s number in manufacturer’s acceptance as
records records percentage of lamps
in records
20 1 1 001 3,65
21 to 32 2 1 075 3,60
33 to 50 3 1 150 3,55
51 to 65 4 1 250 3,50
66 to 80 5 1 350 3,45
81 to 100 6 1 525 3,40
101 to 125 7 1 700 3,35
126 to 145 8 1 925 3,30
146 to 170 9 2 200 3,25
171 to 200 10 2 525 3,20
201 to 225 11 2 950 3,15
226 to 255 12 3 600 3,10
256 to 285 13 4 250 3,05
286 to 315 14 5 250 3,00
316 to 335 15 6 400 2,95
336 to 360 16 8 200 2,90
361 to 390 17 11 000 2,85
391 to 420 18 15 500 2,80
421 to 445 19 22 000 2,75
446 to 475 20 34 000 2,70
476 to 500 21 60 000 2,65
501 to 535 22 110 000 2,60
536 to 560 23 500 000 2,55
561 to 590 24 1 000 000 2,54
591 to 620 25
621 to 650 26
651 to 680 27
681 to 710 28
711 to 745 29
746 to 775 30
776 to 805 31
806 to 845 32
846 to 880 33
881 to 915 34
916 to 955 35
956 to 1 000 36
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5.2.8 The period of review for assessment purposes need not be limited to a predetermined
year, but may consist of 12 consecutive calendar months immediately preceding the date of
review.
5.2.9 A manufacturer who has met, but no longer meets, the specified criteria, shall not be
disqualified from claiming compliance with this
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IEC 61199 ®
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 4
INTRODUCTION . 6
INTRODUCTION to Amendment 1 . 7
1 Scope . 8
2 Normative references. 9
3 Terms and definitions . 9
4 Safety requirements . 11
4.1 General . 11
4.2 Marking . 11
4.3 Mechanical requirements for caps . 11
4.3.1 Construction and assembly . 11
4.3.2 Dimensional requirements for caps . 11
4.3.3 Pin connections and keying configurations . 12
4.3.4 System requirements . 12
4.4 Insulation resistance . 12
4.5 Electric strength . 12
4.6 Parts which can become accidentally live . 12
4.7 Resistance to heat and fire . 13
4.8 Creepage distance for caps . 14
4.9 Lamp cap temperature rise . 14
4.10 Radio interference suppression capacitors . 15
4.10.1 General . 15
4.10.2 Moisture resistance . 15
4.10.3 Resistance to flame and ignition . 16
4.11 UV radiation . 16
4.12 Information for luminaire design . 16
4.13 Information for ballast design . 16
4.14 Information for lampholder design . 16
5 Assessment . 16
5.1 General . 16
5.2 Whole production assessment by means of the manufacturer’s records . 17
5.3 Assessment of the manufacturer’s records of particular tests . 21
5.4 Rejection conditions of batches . 21
5.5 Sampling procedures for whole production testing . 22
5.6 Sampling procedures for batch testing . 22
Annex A (normative) Tests for assessing caps for construction and assembly . 24
Annex B (normative) Maximum lamp cap temperature rise values and method of
measurement . 26
Annex C (informative) Information for luminaire design . 32
Annex D (normative) Conditions of compliance for design tests . 34
Annex E (normative) Cathode connection configurations . 35
Annex F (normative) Normal and abnormal lamp operation, lamp non-interchangeability
requirements . 37
Annex G (normative) Information for thermal tests . 39
Annex H (informative) Information for ballast design . 40
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Annex I (informative) Information for lampholder design . 41
Bibliography . 43
Figure 1 – Places where to measure the temperature . 15
Figure B.1 – Example for a test circuit for the measurement of the cap temperature rise
at maximum discharge current and maximum SoS . 27
Figure B.2 – Examples where to measure the temperature according to Clause B.2 . 29
Figure E.1 – Where to connect the cathodes of different caps . 36
Figure G.1 – Ball-pressure apparatus . 39
Table 1 – Sheet references of IEC 60061 . 8
Table 2 – Grouping of test records – Sampling and acceptable quality levels (AQL) . 18
Table 3 – Acceptance numbers AQL = 0,65 % . 19
Table 4 – Acceptance numbers AQL = 2,5 % . 20
Table 5 – Batch sample size and rejection number . 22
Table B.1 – Maximum cap temperature rise, lamps with internal or external starter (test
at abnormal operating conditions) . 30
Table B.2 – Maximum cap temperature rise, lamps for starterless operation (test at
normal operating conditions) . 31
Table C.1 – Maximum cap temperature, lamps with internal or external starter (test at
abnormal operating conditions). 32
Table C.2 – Maximum cap temperature, lamps for starterless operation (test at
normal operating conditions) . 33
Table F.1 – Maximum allowable currents and rated lamp power . 38
Table G.1 – Test temperatures . 39
Table I.1 – Temperature point . 41
Table I.2 – Maximum temperatures related to lampholder design . 42
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FOREWORD
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IEC 61199 edition 3.2 contains the third edition (2011-07) [documents 34A/1468/FDIS and
34A/1493/RVD], its amendment 1 (2012-09) [documents 34A/1538/CDV and 34A/1578/
RVC] and its amendment 2 (2014-07) [documents 34A/1740/CDV and 34A/1779/RVC].
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International Standard IEC 61199 has been prepared by subcommittee 34A: Lamps, of IEC
technical committee 34: Lamps and related equipment.
This publication has been drafted in accordance with the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2.
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INTRODUCTION
For the ease of measurement, a new location for measuring the maximum cap temperature
and maximum cap temperature rise has been introduced with this third edition of this standard,
resulting in new temperature values. However, the design of lampholders is based on the
traditional measurement location. Therefore, a new Annex I has been introduced, providing the
previous methods and values for those lamp types and kinds of lamp operation, which have
been already covered in the previous edition of this standard. For lamps, which are operated by
means of an electronic ballast however, also a new measurement method and temperature
limits are given.
Special attention has been given to the requirements related to high frequency operation, not
covered in the previous edition.
The standards IEC 62471,and IEC/TR 62471-2, contain horizontal requirements available that
need to be introduced into product standards, e.g. to IEC 61199.
The horizontal requirements are transformed into requirements for single-capped fluorescent
lamps.
The lamps within the scope of this standard are general lighting service (GLS) lamps according
to the definition 3.11 of IEC 62471;2006. ".lamps intended for lighting spaces that are typically
occupied or viewed by people."
According to Clause 6 of IEC 62471:2006, radiation of GLS lamps is measured at a distance
equivalent to 500 lx.
Measured at the 500 lx distance, GLS lamps will not exceed risk group 1 for blue light hazard
and risk group 0 for IR radiation. This combination of risk group and hazard does not require
marking (Table 1 of IEC/TR 62471-2:2009).
Hazards from UV radiation of GLS lamps are sufficiently covered in 4.11 of IEC 61199,.
Hence, IEC 62471 does not require any additional marking for GLS lamps.
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INTRODUCTION to Amendment 1
The standards IEC 62471,and IEC/TR 62471-2, contain horizontal requirements available that
need to be introduced into product standards, e.g. to IEC 61199.
In IEC 61199 the column names in Table F.1 are a bit misleading. These names are:
– “Pre-heat current safety limit (A) (abnormal operation)” in column 2,
– “Discharge current safety limit (A) (normal operation)” in column 3 and
– “SoS safety limit (A²) (normal operation)” in column 4.
Although the additions in brackets of “abnormal operation” and “normal operation” indicate that
the corresponding data are dedicated to magnetic ballasts (abnormal operation) and electronic
ballasts (normal operation) this is nowhere really stated in IEC 61199.
In fact the “Pre-heat current safety limit” in column 2 of Table F.1 in IEC 61199 is only valid for
magnetic operation with internal or external starters. With electronic control gears this limit
might be and will be exceeded. It is no safety risk for electronic control gears because there is
already a requirement for electronic control gears to avoid any overheating of the base by the
pre-heat current in case a lamp does not start (Annex H of IEC 61199). In case of magnetic
operation with internal or external starters it might happen that the starter sticks at end of lamp
life and the preheat current will be supplied continuously. To avoid a safety risk in this case,
with magnetic ballasts the “Pre-heat current safety limit” needs to be observed.
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SINGLE-CAPPED FLUORESCENT LAMPS –
SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS
1 Scope
This International Standard specifies the safety requirements for single-capped fluorescent
lamps for general lighting purposes of all groups having caps according to Table 1.
It also specifies the method a manufacturer should use to show compliance with the
requirements of this standard on the basis of whole production appraisal in association with his
test records on finished products. This method can also be applied for certification purposes.
Details of a batch test procedure which can be used to make limited assessment of batches
are also given in this standard.
This part of the standard covers photobiological safety according to IEC 62471 and
IEC/TR 62471-2.
Blue light and infrared hazards are below the level which requires marking.
NOTE Compliance with this standard concerns only safety criteria and does not take into account the performance
of single-capped fluorescent lamps for general lighting purposes with respect to luminous flux, colour, starting and
operational characteristics. For this information, readers are referred to IEC 60901.
Table 1 – Sheet references of IEC 60061
Sheet numbers
Cap type IEC 60061-1 IEC 60061-3
Lamp caps Cap gauges
2G7 7004-102 7006-102
2GX7 7004-103 7006-102
2G8 7004-141 7006-141, 141H, 141J, 141K
GR8 7004-68 7006-68A, 68B, 68E
G10q 7004-54 7006-79
GR10q 7004-77 7006-77A, 68B, 68E
GU10q 7004-123 7006-123, 123A
GX10q 7004-84 7006-79, 84, 84A and 84B
GY10q 7004-85 7006-79, 85 and 85A
GZ10q 7004-124 7006-79
2G10 7004-118 7006-118
2G11 7004-82 7006-82
2GX11-1 7004-82A 7006-82F, 82G, 82H
2GX13 7004-125 7006-125A, 125B
G23 7004-69 7006-69
GX23 7004-86 7006-86
G24, GX24 7004-78 7006-78
GZ24q * *
GX32 7004-87 7006-87
* to be developed.
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It may be expected that lamps which comply with this standard will operate safely at supply
voltages between 90 % and 110 % of rated supply voltage of the used ballast and when
operated with a ballast complying with IEC 61347-2-3 or IEC 61347-2-8 with a starting device
complying with IEC 60155 (if applicable) and in a luminaire complying with IEC 60598-1.
2 Normative references
The following reference documents are indispensable for the application of this document.
For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest
edition of the reference document (including any amendments) applies.
IEC 60061-1 Lamp caps and holders together with gauges for the control of inter-
changeability and safety – Part 1: Lamp caps
IEC 60061-2, Lamp caps and holders together with gauges for the control of inter-
changeability and safety – Part 2: Lampholders
IEC 60061-3, Lamp caps and holders together with gauges for the control of inter-
changeability and safety – Part 3: Gauges
IEC 60061-4, Lamp caps and holders together with gauges for the control of
interchangeability and safety – Part 4: Guidelines and general information
IEC 60155, Glow-starters for fluorescent lamps
IEC 60360, Standard method of measurement of lamp cap temperature rise
IEC 60410, Sampling plans and procedures for inspection by attributes
IEC 60529, Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)
IEC 60598-1:2008, Luminaires – Part 1: General requirements and tests
IEC 60695-2-10, Fire hazard testing – Part 2-10: Glowing/hot-wire based test methods –
Glow-wire apparatus and common test procedure
IEC 60901, Single-capped fluorescent lamps – Performance specifications
IEC 61347-2-3, Lamp control gear – Part 2-3: Particular requirements for a.c. supplied
electronic ballasts for fluorescent lamps
IEC 61347-2-8, Lamp control gear – Part 2-8: Particular requirements for ballasts for
fluorescent lamps
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
3.1
single-capped fluorescent lamp
low-pressure mercury discharge lamp having a single cap in which most of the light from the
lamp is emitted by a layer of fluorescent material excited by the ultraviolet radiation from
the discharge
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3.2
group
lamps having the same electrical and cathode characteristics, the same physical dimensions
and the same starting method
3.3
type
lamps of the same group having the same photometric and colour characteristics
3.4
family
lamp groups which are distinguished by common features of materials, components, tube
diameter and/or method of processing
3.5
nominal value
approximate quantity value used to designate or identify a lamp
3.6
rated value
quantity value for a characteristic of a lamp for specified operating conditions
The value and the conditions are specified in this standard, or assigned by the manufacturer or
responsible vendor.
3.7
design test
test made on a sample for the purpose of checking compliance of the design of a family, group
or a number of groups with the requirements of the relevant clause
3.8
periodic test
test, or series of tests, repeated at intervals in order to check that a product does not deviate in
certain respects from the given design
3.9
running test
test repeated at frequent intervals to provide data for assessment
3.10
batch
all lamps of one family and/or group and identified as such and put forward at one time for test
or checking compliance
3.11
whole production
production during a period of twelve months of all types of lamps within the scope of this
standard and nominated in a list of the manufacturer for inclusion in the certificate
3.12
SoS value
abbreviation for the “sum of the squares” (SoS) of the two currents through the two lead wires
at a lamp electrode
The currents are measured as r.m.s. values. The lead current at one electrode coil, which gets
(“lead high”), the lead current with the lower r.m.s.
the higher r.m.s. current value is called I
LH
value is called I (“lead low”). The values of the two currents have to be squared and added
LL
² + I ²).
(SoS = I
LH LL
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3.13
specific effective radiant UV power
effective power of the UV radiation of a lamp related to its luminous flux
Unit: mW/klm
NOTE The effective power of the UV radiation is obtained by weighting the spectral power distribution of the lamp
with the UV hazard function S (λ). Information about the relevant UV hazard function is given in IEC 62471. It only
UV
relates to possible hazards regarding UV exposure of human beings. It does not deal with the possible influence of
optical radiation on materials, like mechanical damage or discoloration.
4 Safety requirements
4.1 General
Lamps shall be so designed and constructed that in normal use they present no danger to the
user or the surroundings.
In general, compliance is checked by carrying out all the tests specified.
4.2 Marking
4.2.1 The following information shall be legibly and durably marked on the lamps:
a) mark of origin (this may take the form of a trade mark, the manufacturer's name or the
name of the responsible vendor);
b) the nominal wattage (marked "W" or "watts") or any other indication which identifies
the lamp.
4.2.2 Compliance is checked by the following:
a) presence and legibility of the marking by visual inspection;
b) durability of marking by applying the following test on unused lamps.
The area of the marking on the lamp shall be rubbed by hand with a smooth cloth damped with
water for a period of 15 s.
After this test, the marking shall still be legible.
4.3 Mechanical requirements for caps
4.3.1 Construction and assembly
Caps shall be so constructed and assembled to the tube(s) that the whole assembly remains
intact and attached during and after operation. In case of lamps with G10q, GZ10q and 2GX13
caps, the caps shall be capable of being rotated like described in Annex A.
Compliance is checked by carrying out the tests given in Annex A.
At the end of the tests, the caps shall show no damage that impairs safety.
4.3.2 Dimensional requirements for caps
4.3.2.1 Lamps shall use standardized caps in accordance with the dimensional requirements
of IEC 60061-1.
4.3.2.2 Compliance is checked by using the gauges shown in Table 1.
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4.3.3 Pin connections and keying configurations
4.3.3.1 Pin connections
The connection of lamp cathodes to the pins of caps having four pins shall conform to the
requirements shown in Annex E for the relevant cap.
Compliance is checked by electrical continuity tests between relevant pins and/or by visual
inspection.
4.3.3.2 Key configuration
For those cap types incorporating keys which ensure non-interchangeability with similar lamp
types, the caps shall conform to the cap/key version given in the relevant lamp data sheet
of IEC 60901. Annex F gives guidance to which cap/key shall be used when designing lamps to
operate on a certain ballast.
Compliance is checked by a suitable measuring system and/or visual inspection.
4.3.4 System requirements
Where a cap sheet as specified in IEC 60061-1 includes information on system requirements,
lamps shall not exceed the limits specified.
Compliance is checked by measurement.
4.4 Insulation resistance
4.4.1 The insulation resistance between the metal parts, if any, of the cap and all pins
connected together shall not be less than 2 MΩ.
4.4.2 Compliance is checked by measurement with suitable test equipment using a d.c.
voltage of 500 V.
In the case of caps made entirely from insulating material, the test is made between all pins
connected together and metal foil wrapped over those surfaces that are accessible when
the cap has been connected to a lampholder with minimum shrouding dimensions, as given
in IEC 60061-2.
4.5 Electric strength
4.5.1 The insulation between the same parts as those referred to in 4.4 shall withstand the
test voltage of 4.5.2. No flash-over or breakdown shall occur during the test.
4.5.2 Compliance is checked with a 1 500 V a.c. voltage of substantially sine-wave form, with
a frequency of 50 Hz or 60 Hz and applied for 1 min. Initially, not more than half the prescribed
voltage shall be applied; it shall then be raised rapidly to the full value.
Glow discharges without a drop in voltage are neglected.
4.6 Parts which can become accidentally live
4.6.1 Metal parts, if any, intended to be insulated from live parts shall not be or become live.
4.6.2 With the exception of cap pins, no live part shall project from any part of the cap.
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4.6.3 Compliance is checked by a suitable measuring system which may include visual
inspection where appropriate. In addition, there shall be regular daily checks of the equipment
or a verification of the effectiveness of the inspection. See 5.5.4.
4.7 Resistance to heat and fire
4.7.1 Insulating material of caps shall be sufficiently resistant to heat.
4.7.2 Compliance is checked by the following tests.
4.7.2.1 Samples are tested for a period of 168 h in a heating cabinet at a temperature as
given in Annex G.
At the end of the test, the samples shall not have undergone any change impairing their future
safety, especially in the following respects:
– reduction in the protection against electric shock as required in 4.4 and 4.5;
– loosening of cap pins, cracks, swelling and shrinking as determined by visual inspection.
At the end of the test, the dimensions shall comply with the requirements of 4.3.2.
4.7.2.2 Samples are subjected to a ball-pressure test by means of the apparatus shown in
Figure G.1.
The surface of the part under test is placed in the horizontal position and a steel ball of 5 mm
diameter is pressed against this surface by a force of 20 N. If the surface under test bends, the
part where the ball presses shall be supported.
The test shall be made in a heating cabinet at a temperature of 125 °C ± 5 °C.
After 1 h, the ball shall be removed and the diameter of the impression measured. This
diameter shall not exceed 2 mm.
The test shall not be made on parts of ceramic material.
4.7.3 Insulating material of caps shall be resistant to abnormal heat and to fire.
4.7.4 Compliance is checked by the following test.
Parts are subjected to a test using a nickel-chromium glow-wire heated to 650 °C. The test
apparatus shall be that described in IEC 60695-2-10.
The sample to be tested is mounted vertically on the carriage and pressed against the glow-
wire tip with a force of 1 N, preferably 15 mm or more from the upper edge of the sample. The
penetration of the glow-wire into the sample is mechanically limited to 7 mm. After 30 s the
sample is withdrawn from contact with the glow-wire tip.
Any flame or glowing of the sample shall extinguish within 30 s of withdrawing the glow-wire
and any burning or molten drops shall not ignite a piece of tissue paper consisting of five
layers, spread out horizontally 200 mm ± 5 mm below the sample.
The glow-wire temperature and heating current shall be constant for 1 min prior to commencing
the test. Care shall be taken to ensure that heat radiation does not influence the sample during
this period. The glow-wire tip temperature is measured by means of a sheathed fine-wire
thermocouple constructed and calibrated as described in IEC 60695-2-10.
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NOTE Precautions should be taken to safeguard the health of personnel conducting tests against risks of
– explosion or fire;
– inhalation of smoke and/or toxic products;
– toxic residues.
4.8 Creepage distance for caps
4.8.1 The minimum creepage distance between contact pins and the metal parts (if any) of
the cap shall be in accordance with the requirements in IEC 60061-4, sheet 7007-6. Relevant
cap standard sheet numbers of IEC 60061-1 are given in Table 1.
4.8.2 Compliance is checked by measurement in the most onerous position.
4.9 Lamp cap temperature rise
4.9.1 The lamp cap temperature rise above ambient temperature shall not exceed the
relevant value given in Table B.1 and Table B.2.
4.9.2 The test procedure is specified in Annex B.
4.9.3 Conditions of compliance are given in Clause D.4.
4.9.4 Where it can be shown that one lamp group produces the highest cap temperature rise
for a given lamp family, only tests on this one lamp group are necessary to show compliance of
all identically capped lamps.
NOTE There is a correlation between the highest temperature on the cap surface as given in Annex C and the
temperature on a point at the side surface of the cap, closer to the lamp reference plane, which is given in Annex I.
The point on the side surface of the cap is described in Table I.1. The maximum temperature which can be
expected at that point is given in Table I.2. An example for the location of the 2 points for temperature
measurement is shown in Figure 1.
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c
b
a
Front view
d
Top view
IEC 1573/11
Key
a reference plane
b distance x as given in Table I.1
c circumferential line on the side surface (Annex I)
d highest temperature on the cap surface (Annex C)
Figure 1 – Places where to measure the temperature
4.10 Radio interference suppression capacitors
4.10.1 General
Lamps which contain integral means of starting and/or contain capacitors to suppress radio
interference shall have capacitors which comply with the following requirements.
4.10.2 Moisture resistance
The capacitor shall be resistant to moisture. Compliance is checked by the following test.
Before humidity treatment, the capacitors shall be kept at an ambient temperature which
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does not differ from the temperature within the humidity test enclosure by more than °C
for at least 4 h.
Immediately after the humidity treatment of 48 h in an atmosphere of 91 % to 95 % relative
humidity and an ambient temperature between 20 °C and 30 °C maintained within limits
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of ±1 °C, the capacitor shall be subjected to and satisfactorily withstand a d.c. voltage of
2 000 V without breakdown for 1 min.
The test voltage shall be applied across the terminations of the capacitor and initially shall not
be more than half the prescribed voltage. It shall then be raised gradually to the full value.
4.10.3 Resistance to flame and ignition
The capacitor shall be resistant to flame and ignition.
Compliance is checked by the following test. The capacitors are each subjected to a gradually
increasing a.c. voltage until breakdown occurs. The voltage source used to this effect shall
have a short-circuit power of approximately 1 kVA.
Thereafter, each capacitor shall be connected in series with an inductive ballast, of a rated
wattage suitable for operating the relevant lamps and operated for 5 min at the rated voltage of
the ballast.
During this test, the capacitor shall not induce flame or cause ignition.
4.11 UV radiation
The specific effective radiant UV power emitted by the lamp shall not exceed the value of
⋅ klx).
2 mW/klm. For reflector lamps, it shall not exceed the value of 2 mW/(m
NOTE In IEC 62471, exposure limits are given as effective irradiance values (unit W/m ) and for risk group
classification, the values for general lighting lamps are to be reported at an illuminance level of 500 lx. The
borderline for risk group exempt is 0,001 W/m at an illuminance level of 500 lx. This means the specific value,
2 2 2
related to the illuminance, is 0,001 divided by 500 in W/(m ⋅lx), which is 2 mW/(m ⋅klx). Since lx = lm/m this equals
2 mW/klm specific UV power.
Compliance is checked by spectroradiometric measurement, under the same conditions as for
the lamp’s electrical and photometric characteristics as given in IEC 60901.
4.12 Information for luminaire design
Refer to Annex C.
4.13 Information for ballast design
Refer to Annex H.
4.14 Information for lampholder design
Refer to Annex I.
5 Assessment
5.1 General
This clause specifies the method a manufacturer should use to show that his product conforms
to this standard on the basis of whole production assessment, in association with his test
records on finished products. This method can also be applied for certification purposes.
Subclauses 5.2, 5.3 and 5.5 give details of assessment by means of the manufacturer’s
records.
Details of a batch test procedure which can be used to make limited assessment of batches
are given in 5.4 and 5.6. Requirements for batch testing are included in order to enable the
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assessment of batches presumed to contain unsafe lamps. As some safety requirements
cannot be checked by batch testing, and as there may be no previous knowledge of the
manufacturer’s quality, batch testing cannot be used for certification purposes nor in any way
for an approval of the batch. Where a batch is found to be acceptable, a testing agency may
only conclude that there is no reason to reject the batch on safety grounds.
5.2 Whole production assessment by means of the manufacturer’s records
5.2.1 The manufacturer shall show evidence that his products comply with the particular
requirements of 5.3. To this end, the manufacturer shall make available all the results of his
product testing pertinent to the requirements of this standard.
5.2.2 The test results may be drawn from working records and, as such, may not be
immediately available in collated form.
5.2.3 The assessment shall be based in general on individual factories each meeting the
acceptance criteria of 5.3. However, a number of factories may be grouped together, providing
they are under the same quality management. For certification purposes, one certificate may
be issued to cover a nominated group of factories, but the certification authority shall have the
right to visit each plant to examine the relevant local records and quality control procedures.
5.2.4 For certification purposes, the manufacturer shall declare a list of marks of origin and
corresponding lamp families, groups an
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 4
INTRODUCTION . 6
INTRODUCTION TO THE AMENDMENT . 7
1 Scope . 8
2 Normative references. 9
3 Terms and definitions . 9
4 Safety requirements . 11
4.1 General . 11
4.2 Marking . 11
4.3 Mechanical requirements for caps . 11
4.3.1 Construction and assembly . 11
4.3.2 Dimensional requirements for caps . 11
4.3.3 Pin connections and keying configurations . 12
4.4 Insulation resistance . 12
4.5 Electric strength . 12
4.6 Parts which can become accidentally live . 12
4.7 Resistance to heat and fire . 13
4.8 Creepage distance for caps . 14
4.9 Lamp cap temperature rise . 14
4.10 Radio interference suppression capacitors . 15
4.10.1 General . 15
4.10.2 Moisture resistance . 15
4.10.3 Resistance to flame and ignition . 16
4.11 UV radiation . 16
4.12 Information for luminaire design . 16
4.13 Information for ballast design . 16
4.14 Information for lampholder design . 16
5 Assessment . 16
5.1 General . 16
5.2 Whole production assessment by means of the manufacturer’s records . 17
5.3 Assessment of the manufacturer’s records of particular tests . 21
5.4 Rejection conditions of batches . 21
5.5 Sampling procedures for whole production testing . 22
5.6 Sampling procedures for batch testing . 22
Annex A (normative) Tests for assessing caps for construction and assembly . 24
Annex B (normative) Maximum lamp cap temperature rise values and method of
measurement . 25
Annex C (informative) Information for luminaire design . 31
Annex D (normative) Conditions of compliance for design tests . 33
Annex E (normative) Cathode connection configurations . 34
Annex F (normative) Normal and abnormal lamp operation, lamp non-interchangeability
requirements . 36
Annex G (normative) Information for thermal tests . 38
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Annex H (informative) Information for ballast design . 39
Annex I (informative) Information for lampholder design . 40
Bibliography . 42
Figure 1 – Places where to measure the temperature . 15
Figure B.1 – Example for a test circuit for the measurement of the cap temperature rise
at maximum discharge current and maximum SoS . 26
Figure B.2 – Examples where to measure the temperature according to Clause B.2 . 28
Figure E.1 – Where to connect the cathodes of different caps . 35
Figure G.1 – Ball-pressure apparatus . 38
Table 1 – Sheet references of IEC 60061 . 8
Table 2 – Grouping of test records – Sampling and acceptable quality levels (AQL) . 18
Table 3 – Acceptance numbers AQL = 0,65 % . 19
Table 4 – Acceptance numbers AQL = 2,5 % . 20
Table 5 – Batch sample size and rejection number . 22
Table B.1 – Maximum cap temperature rise, lamps with internal or external starter (test
at abnormal operating conditions) . 29
Table B.2 – Maximum cap temperature rise, lamps for starterless operation (test at
normal operating conditions) . 30
Table C.1 – Maximum cap temperature, lamps with internal or external starter (test at
abnormal operating conditions). 31
Table C.2 – Maximum cap temperature, lamps for starterless operation (test at
normal operating conditions) . 32
Table F.1 – Maximum allowable currents and rated lamp power . 37
Table G.1 – Test temperatures . 38
Table I.1 – Temperature point . 40
Table I.2 – Maximum temperatures related to lampholder design . 41
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This consolidated version of IEC 61199 consists of the third edition (2011) [documents
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International Standard IEC 61199 has been prepared by subcommittee 34A: Lamps, of IEC
technical committee 34: Lamps and related equipment.
This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition published in 1999. It constitutes a
technical revision. Main technical changes are the introduction of requirements for high
frequency operation, a new temperature measurement position and few new cap-holder fits.
This publication has been drafted in accordance with the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2.
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INTRODUCTION
For the ease of measurement, a new location for measuring the maximum cap temperature
and maximum cap temperature rise has been introduced with this third edition of this standard,
resulting in new temperature values. However, the design of lampholders is based on the
traditional measurement location. Therefore, a new Annex I has been introduced, providing the
previous methods and values for those lamp types and kinds of lamp operation, which have
been already covered in the previous edition of this standard. For lamps, which are operated by
means of an electronic ballast however, also a new measurement method and temperature
limits are given.
Special attention has been given to the requirements related to high frequency operation, not
covered in the previous edition.
The standards IEC 62471,and IEC/TR 62471-2, contain horizontal requirements available that
need to be introduced into product standards, e.g. to IEC 61199.
The horizontal requirements are transformed into requirements for single-capped fluorescent
lamps.
The lamps within the scope of this standard are general lighting service (GLS) lamps according
to the definition 3.11 of IEC 62471;2006. ".lamps intended for lighting spaces that are
typically occupied or viewed by people."
According to Clause 6 of IEC 62471:2006, radiation of GLS lamps is measured at a distance
equivalent to 500 lx.
Measured at the 500 lx distance, GLS lamps will not exceed risk group 1 for blue light hazard
and risk group 0 for IR radiation. This combination of risk group and hazard does not require
marking (Table 1 of IEC/TR 62471-2:2009).
Hazards from UV radiation of GLS lamps are sufficiently covered in 4.11 of IEC 61199,.
Hence, IEC 62471 does not require any additional marking for GLS lamps.
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INTRODUCTION TO THE AMENDMENT
The standards IEC 62471, and IEC/TR 62471-2, contain horizontal requirements available that
need to be introduced into product standards, e.g. to IEC 61199.
In IEC 61199 the column names in Table F.1 are a bit misleading. These names are:
– “Pre-heat current safety limit (A) (abnormal operation)” in column 2,
– “Discharge current safety limit (A) (normal operation)” in column 3 and
– “SoS safety limit (A²) (normal operation)” in column 4.
Although the additions in brackets of “abnormal operation” and “normal operation” indicate that
the corresponding data are dedicated to magnetic ballasts (abnormal operation) and electronic
ballasts (normal operation) this is nowhere really stated in IEC 61199.
In fact the “Pre-heat current safety limit” in column 2 of Table F.1 in IEC 61199 is only valid for
magnetic operation with internal or external starters. With electronic control gears this limit
might be and will be exceeded. It is no safety risk for electronic control gears because there is
already a requirement for electronic control gears to avoid any overheating of the base by the
pre-heat current in case a lamp does not start (Annex H of IEC 61199). In case of magnetic
operation with internal or external starters it might happen that the starter sticks at end of lamp
life and the preheat current will be supplied continuously. To avoid a safety risk in this case,
with magnetic ballasts the “Pre-heat current safety limit” needs to be observed.
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SINGLE-CAPPED FLUORESCENT LAMPS –
SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS
1 Scope
This International Standard specifies the safety requirements for single-capped fluorescent
lamps for general lighting purposes of all groups having caps according to Table 1.
It also specifies the method a manufacturer should use to show compliance with the
requirements of this standard on the basis of whole production appraisal in association with his
test records on finished products. This method can also be applied for certification purposes.
Details of a batch test procedure which can be used to make limited assessment of batches
are also given in this standard.
This part of the standard covers photobiological safety according to IEC 62471 and
IEC/TR 62471-2.
Blue light and infrared hazards are below the level which requires marking.
NOTE Compliance with this standard concerns only safety criteria and does not take into account the performance
of single-capped fluorescent lamps for general lighting purposes with respect to luminous flux, colour, starting and
operational characteristics. For this information, readers are referred to IEC 60901.
Table 1 – Sheet references of IEC 60061
Sheet numbers
Cap type IEC 60061-1 IEC 60061-3
Lamp caps Cap gauges
2G7 7004-102 7006-102
2GX7 7004-103 7006-102
2G8 7004-141 7006-141, 141H, 141J, 141K
GR8 7004-68 7006-68A, 68B, 68E
G10q 7004-54 7006-79
GR10q 7004-77 7006-77A, 68B, 68E
GU10q 7004-123 7006-123, 123A
GX10q 7004-84 7006-79, 84, 84A and 84B
GY10q 7004-85 7006-79, 85 and 85A
GZ10q 7004-124 7006-79
2G10 7004-118 7006-118
2G11 7004-82 7006-82
2GX11-1 7004-82A 7006-82F, 82G, 82H
2GX13 7004-125 7006-125A, 125B
G23 7004-69 7006-69
GX23 7004-86 7006-86
G24, GX24 7004-78 7006-78
GZ24q * *
GX32 7004-87 7006-87
* to be developed.
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It may be expected that lamps which comply with this standard will operate safely at supply
voltages between 90 % and 110 % of rated supply voltage of the used ballast and when
operated with a ballast complying with IEC 61347-2-3 or IEC 61347-2-8 with a starting device
complying with IEC 60155 (if applicable) and in a luminaire complying with IEC 60598-1.
2 Normative references
The following reference documents are indispensable for the application of this document.
For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest
edition of the reference document (including any amendments) applies.
IEC 60061-1 Lamp caps and holders together with gauges for the control of inter-
changeability and safety – Part 1: Lamp caps
IEC 60061-2, Lamp caps and holders together with gauges for the control of inter-
changeability and safety – Part 2: Lampholders
IEC 60061-3, Lamp caps and holders together with gauges for the control of inter-
changeability and safety – Part 3: Gauges
IEC 60061-4, Lamp caps and holders together with gauges for the control of
interchangeability and safety – Part 4: Guidelines and general information
IEC 60155, Glow-starters for fluorescent lamps
IEC 60360, Standard method of measurement of lamp cap temperature rise
IEC 60410, Sampling plans and procedures for inspection by attributes
IEC 60529, Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)
IEC 60598-1:2008, Luminaires – Part 1: General requirements and tests
IEC 60695-2-10, Fire hazard testing – Part 2-10: Glowing/hot-wire based test methods –
Glow-wire apparatus and common test procedure
IEC 60901, Single-capped fluorescent lamps – Performance specifications
IEC 61347-2-3, Lamp control gear – Part 2-3: Particular requirements for a.c. supplied
electronic ballasts for fluorescent lamps
IEC 61347-2-8, Lamp control gear – Part 2-8: Particular requirements for ballasts for
fluorescent lamps
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
3.1
single-capped fluorescent lamp
low-pressure mercury discharge lamp having a single cap in which most of the light from the
lamp is emitted by a layer of fluorescent material excited by the ultraviolet radiation from
the discharge
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3.2
group
lamps having the same electrical and cathode characteristics, the same physical dimensions
and the same starting method
3.3
type
lamps of the same group having the same photometric and colour characteristics
3.4
family
lamp groups which are distinguished by common features of materials, components, tube
diameter and/or method of processing
3.5
nominal value
approximate quantity value used to designate or identify a lamp
3.6
rated value
quantity value for a characteristic of a lamp for specified operating conditions
The value and the conditions are specified in this standard, or assigned by the manufacturer or
responsible vendor.
3.7
design test
test made on a sample for the purpose of checking compliance of the design of a family, group
or a number of groups with the requirements of the relevant clause
3.8
periodic test
test, or series of tests, repeated at intervals in order to check that a product does not deviate in
certain respects from the given design
3.9
running test
test repeated at frequent intervals to provide data for assessment
3.10
batch
all lamps of one family and/or group and identified as such and put forward at one time for test
or checking compliance
3.11
whole production
production during a period of twelve months of all types of lamps within the scope of this
standard and nominated in a list of the manufacturer for inclusion in the certificate
3.12
SoS value
abbreviation for the “sum of the squares” (SoS) of the two currents through the two lead wires
at a lamp electrode
The currents are measured as r.m.s. values. The lead current at one electrode coil, which gets
(“lead high”), the lead current with the lower r.m.s.
the higher r.m.s. current value is called I
LH
value is called I (“lead low”). The values of the two currents have to be squared and added
LL
² + I ²).
(SoS = I
LH LL
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3.13
specific effective radiant UV power
effective power of the UV radiation of a lamp related to its luminous flux
Unit: mW/klm
NOTE The effective power of the UV radiation is obtained by weighting the spectral power distribution of the lamp
with the UV hazard function S (λ). Information about the relevant UV hazard function is given in IEC 62471. It only
UV
relates to possible hazards regarding UV exposure of human beings. It does not deal with the possible influence of
optical radiation on materials, like mechanical damage or discoloration.
4 Safety requirements
4.1 General
Lamps shall be so designed and constructed that in normal use they present no danger to the
user or the surroundings.
In general, compliance is checked by carrying out all the tests specified.
4.2 Marking
4.2.1 The following information shall be legibly and durably marked on the lamps:
a) mark of origin (this may take the form of a trade mark, the manufacturer's name or the
name of the responsible vendor);
b) the nominal wattage (marked "W" or "watts") or any other indication which identifies
the lamp.
4.2.2 Compliance is checked by the following:
a) presence and legibility of the marking by visual inspection;
b) durability of marking by applying the following test on unused lamps.
The area of the marking on the lamp shall be rubbed by hand with a smooth cloth damped with
water for a period of 15 s.
After this test, the marking shall still be legible.
4.3 Mechanical requirements for caps
4.3.1 Construction and assembly
Caps shall be so constructed and assembled to the tube(s) that the whole assembly remains
intact and attached during and after operation. In case of lamps with G10q, GZ10q and 2GX13
caps, the caps shall be capable of being rotated like described in Annex A.
Compliance is checked by carrying out the tests given in Annex A.
At the end of the tests, the caps shall show no damage that impairs safety.
4.3.2 Dimensional requirements for caps
4.3.2.1 Lamps shall use standardized caps in accordance with the dimensional requirements
of IEC 60061-1.
4.3.2.2 Compliance is checked by using the gauges shown in Table 1.
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4.3.3 Pin connections and keying configurations
4.3.3.1 Pin connections
The connection of lamp cathodes to the pins of caps having four pins shall conform to the
requirements shown in Annex E for the relevant cap.
Compliance is checked by electrical continuity tests between relevant pins and/or by visual
inspection.
4.3.3.2 Key configuration
For those cap types incorporating keys which ensure non-interchangeability with similar lamp
types, the caps shall conform to the cap/key version given in the relevant lamp data sheet
of IEC 60901. Annex F gives guidance to which cap/key shall be used when designing lamps to
operate on a certain ballast.
Compliance is checked by a suitable measuring system and/or visual inspection.
4.4 Insulation resistance
4.4.1 The insulation resistance between the metal parts, if any, of the cap and all pins
connected together shall not be less than 2 MΩ.
4.4.2 Compliance is checked by measurement with suitable test equipment using a d.c.
voltage of 500 V.
In the case of caps made entirely from insulating material, the test is made between all pins
connected together and metal foil wrapped over those surfaces that are accessible when
the cap has been connected to a lampholder with minimum shrouding dimensions, as given
in IEC 60061-2.
4.5 Electric strength
4.5.1 The insulation between the same parts as those referred to in 4.4 shall withstand the
test voltage of 4.5.2. No flash-over or breakdown shall occur during the test.
4.5.2 Compliance is checked with a 1 500 V a.c. voltage of substantially sine-wave form, with
a frequency of 50 Hz or 60 Hz and applied for 1 min. Initially, not more than half the prescribed
voltage shall be applied; it shall then be raised rapidly to the full value.
Glow discharges without a drop in voltage are neglected.
4.6 Parts which can become accidentally live
4.6.1 Metal parts, if any, intended to be insulated from live parts shall not be or become live.
4.6.2 With the exception of cap pins, no live part shall project from any part of the cap.
4.6.3 Compliance is checked by a suitable measuring system which may include visual
inspection where appropriate. In addition, there shall be regular daily checks of the equipment
or a verification of the effectiveness of the inspection. See 5.5.4.
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4.7 Resistance to heat and fire
4.7.1 Insulating material of caps shall be sufficiently resistant to heat.
4.7.2 Compliance is checked by the following tests.
4.7.2.1 Samples are tested for a period of 168 h in a heating cabinet at a temperature as
given in Annex G.
At the end of the test, the samples shall not have undergone any change impairing their future
safety, especially in the following respects:
– reduction in the protection against electric shock as required in 4.4 and 4.5;
– loosening of cap pins, cracks, swelling and shrinking as determined by visual inspection.
At the end of the test, the dimensions shall comply with the requirements of 4.3.2.
4.7.2.2 Samples are subjected to a ball-pressure test by means of the apparatus shown in
Figure G.1.
The surface of the part under test is placed in the horizontal position and a steel ball of 5 mm
diameter is pressed against this surface by a force of 20 N. If the surface under test bends, the
part where the ball presses shall be supported.
The test shall be made in a heating cabinet at a temperature of 125 °C ± 5 °C.
After 1 h, the ball shall be removed and the diameter of the impression measured. This
diameter shall not exceed 2 mm.
The test shall not be made on parts of ceramic material.
4.7.3 Insulating material of caps shall be resistant to abnormal heat and to fire.
4.7.4 Compliance is checked by the following test.
Parts are subjected to a test using a nickel-chromium glow-wire heated to 650 °C. The test
apparatus shall be that described in IEC 60695-2-10.
The sample to be tested is mounted vertically on the carriage and pressed against the glow-
wire tip with a force of 1 N, preferably 15 mm or more from the upper edge of the sample. The
penetration of the glow-wire into the sample is mechanically limited to 7 mm. After 30 s the
sample is withdrawn from contact with the glow-wire tip.
Any flame or glowing of the sample shall extinguish within 30 s of withdrawing the glow-wire
and any burning or molten drops shall not ignite a piece of tissue paper consisting of five
layers, spread out horizontally 200 mm ± 5 mm below the sample.
The glow-wire temperature and heating current shall be constant for 1 min prior to commencing
the test. Care shall be taken to ensure that heat radiation does not influence the sample during
this period. The glow-wire tip temperature is measured by means of a sheathed fine-wire
thermocouple constructed and calibrated as described in IEC 60695-2-10.
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NOTE Precautions should be taken to safeguard the health of personnel conducting tests against risks of
– explosion or fire;
– inhalation of smoke and/or toxic products;
– toxic residues.
4.8 Creepage distance for caps
4.8.1 The minimum creepage distance between contact pins and the metal parts (if any) of
the cap shall be in accordance with the requirements in IEC 60061-4, sheet 7007-6. Relevant
cap standard sheet numbers of IEC 60061-1 are given in Table 1.
4.8.2 Compliance is checked by measurement in the most onerous position.
4.9 Lamp cap temperature rise
4.9.1 The lamp cap temperature rise above ambient temperature shall not exceed the
relevant value given in Table B.1 and Table B.2.
4.9.2 The test procedure is specified in Annex B.
4.9.3 Conditions of compliance are given in Clause D.4.
4.9.4 Where it can be shown that one lamp group produces the highest cap temperature rise
for a given lamp family, only tests on this one lamp group are necessary to show compliance of
all identically capped lamps.
NOTE There is a correlation between the highest temperature on the cap surface as given in Annex C and the
temperature on a point at the side surface of the cap, closer to the lamp reference plane, which is given in Annex I.
The point on the side surface of the cap is described in Table I.1. The maximum temperature which can be
expected at that point is given in Table I.2. An example for the location of the 2 points for temperature
measurement is shown in Figure 1.
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c
b
a
Front view
d
Top view
IEC 1573/11
Key
a reference plane
b distance x as given in Table I.1
c circumferential line on the side surface (Annex I)
d highest temperature on the cap surface (Annex C)
Figure 1 – Places where to measure the temperature
4.10 Radio interference suppression capacitors
4.10.1 General
Lamps which contain integral means of starting and/or contain capacitors to suppress radio
interference shall have capacitors which comply with the following requirements.
4.10.2 Moisture resistance
The capacitor shall be resistant to moisture. Compliance is checked by the following test.
Before humidity treatment, the capacitors shall be kept at an ambient temperature which
+4
does not differ from the temperature within the humidity test enclosure by more than °C
for at least 4 h.
Immediately after the humidity treatment of 48 h in an atmosphere of 91 % to 95 % relative
humidity and an ambient temperature between 20 °C and 30 °C maintained within limits
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of ±1 °C, the capacitor shall be subjected to and satisfactorily withstand a d.c. voltage of
2 000 V without breakdown for 1 min.
The test voltage shall be applied across the terminations of the capacitor and initially shall not
be more than half the prescribed voltage. It shall then be raised gradually to the full value.
4.10.3 Resistance to flame and ignition
The capacitor shall be resistant to flame and ignition.
Compliance is checked by the following test. The capacitors are each subjected to a gradually
increasing a.c. voltage until breakdown occurs. The voltage source used to this effect shall
have a short-circuit power of approximately 1 kVA.
Thereafter, each capacitor shall be connected in series with an inductive ballast, of a rated
wattage suitable for operating the relevant lamps and operated for 5 min at the rated voltage of
the ballast.
During this test, the capacitor shall not induce flame or cause ignition.
4.11 UV radiation
The specific effective radiant UV power emitted by the lamp shall not exceed the value of
⋅ klx).
2 mW/klm. For reflector lamps, it shall not exceed the value of 2 mW/(m
NOTE In IEC 62471, exposure limits are given as effective irradiance values (unit W/m ) and for risk group
classification, the values for general lighting lamps are to be reported at an illuminance level of 500 lx. The
borderline for risk group exempt is 0,001 W/m at an illuminance level of 500 lx. This means the specific value,
2 2 2
related to the illuminance, is 0,001 divided by 500 in W/(m ⋅lx), which is 2 mW/(m ⋅klx). Since lx = lm/m this equals
2 mW/klm specific UV power.
Compliance is checked by spectroradiometric measurement, under the same conditions as for
the lamp’s electrical and photometric characteristics as given in IEC 60901.
4.12 Information for luminaire design
Refer to Annex C.
4.13 Information for ballast design
Refer to Annex H.
4.14 Information for lampholder design
Refer to Annex I.
5 Assessment
5.1 General
This clause specifies the method a manufacturer should use to show that his product conforms
to this standard on the basis of whole production assessment, in association with his test
records on finished products. This method can also be applied for certification purposes.
Subclauses 5.2, 5.3 and 5.5 give details of assessment by means of the manufacturer’s
records.
Details of a batch test procedure which can be used to make limited assessment of batches
are given in 5.4 and 5.6. Requirements for batch testing are included in order to enable the
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assessment of batches presumed to contain unsafe lamps. As some safety requirements
cannot be checked by batch testing, and as there may be no previous knowledge of the
manufacturer’s quality, batch testing cannot be used for certification purposes nor in any way
for an approval of the batch. Where a batch is found to be acceptable, a testing agency may
only conclude that there is no reason to reject the batch on safety grounds.
5.2 Whole production assessment by means of the manufacturer’s records
5.2.1 The manufacturer shall show evidence that his products comply with the particular
requirements of 5.3. To this end, the manufacturer shall make available all the results of his
product testing pertinent to the requirements of this standard.
5.2.2 The test results may be drawn from working records and, as such, may not be
immediately available in collated form.
5.2.3 The assessment shall be based in general on individual factories each meeting the
acceptance criteria of 5.3. However, a number of factories may be grouped together, providing
they are under the same quality management. For certification purposes, one certificate may
be issued to cover a nominated group of factories, but the certification authority shall have the
right to visit each plant to examine the relevant local records and quality control procedures.
5.2.4 For certification purposes, the manufacturer shall declare a list of marks of origin and
corresponding lamp families, groups and/or types which are within the scope of this standard
and manufactured in a nominated group of factories. The certificate shall be taken to include
all lamps so listed made by the manufacturer. Notification of additions or deletions may be
made at any time.
5.2.5 In presenting the test results, the manufacturer may combine the results of different
lamp families, groups and/or types according to column 4 of Table 2.
The whole production assessment requires that the quality control procedures of a
manufacturer shall satisfy recognized quality system requirements for final inspection. Within
the framework of a quality system based also on in-process inspection and testing, the
manufacturer may show compliance with some of the requirements of this standard by means
of in-process inspection instead of finished product testing.
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Table 2 – Grouping of test records –
Sampling and acceptable quality levels (AQL)
1 2 3 4 5 6
Clause Test Type of Permitted Minimum annual sample AQL*
or test accumulation of per accumulation
Subclause test records
For lamps For lamps
between lamp
made most of made
groups
the year infrequently %
4.2.2 a) Marking – Running All families with the 200 32 2,5
legibility same method of
marking
4.2.2 b) Marking – Periodic All families with the 50 20 2,5
durability same method of
marking
4.3.1 Construction Periodic All families using 125 80 0,65
and assembly or the same method of
(Annex A as or use or use –
of cap to bulb design attachment and
appropriate) Clause D.1 Clause D.1
(unused same tube diameter
lamps)
Construction Design All families using Use Use –
and assembly the same method of Clause D.1 Clause D.1
of cap to bulb attachment and
(after heating same tube diameter
test)
4.3.2.2 Dimensional Periodic All families using 32 32 2,5
requirements the same method of
for caps attachment and
same tube diameter
4.3.3.1 Cap pin Periodic By group and type 125 80 0,65
connectio
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