SIST EN 60061-3:2000
(Main)Lamp caps and holders together with gauges for the control of interchangeability and safety -- Part 3: Gauges
General Information
- Abstract
Consolidated edition incorporating the sheets of the third edition (1969), plus supplements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, M, N, P, Q, R, S and T valid on 1996-12-31.
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 31-Aug-2000
- Withdrawal Date
- 05-Nov-2007
- Technical Committee
- IESV - Lamps and related equipment
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 01-Sep-2000
- Due Date
- 01-Sep-2000
- Completion Date
- 01-Sep-2000
Overview
EN 60061-3:1993 (published by CLC) is Part 3 of the EN 60061 series covering gauges used with lamp caps and lamp holders for the control of interchangeability and safety. This consolidated edition incorporates the third edition (1969) plus supplements A–T valid on 1996-12-31 and has been adopted in national standards (for example SIST EN 60061-3:2000). The standard defines the purpose, use and acceptance of gauges that verify mechanical fit and safety-related interfaces between lamps and holders.
Key topics and requirements
While the consolidated text contains detailed measurement and procedural content, the core technical topics include:
- Purpose of gauges: tools to check dimensional compatibility and mounting features of lamp caps and holders.
- Gauge types: definitions of plug, ring, and limit gauges (inspection/acceptance gauges) for verifying interchangeability.
- Dimensional control: acceptance criteria for critical dimensions and tolerances that affect mechanical fit and electrical contact.
- Safety-related checks: features ensuring proper seating, retention, insulation clearance and prevention of unsafe connections.
- Marking and identification: guidance for identifying gauge types and usage instructions for test personnel.
- Use and maintenance: recommended calibration, handling and storage practices to keep gauges reliable for quality control.
- Consolidation and supplements: the edition incorporates multiple historical supplements, ensuring comprehensive coverage of revisions up to 1996.
(Exact gauge geometries, tolerance tables and test procedures are contained in the full text of EN 60061-3 and its supplements.)
Applications
EN 60061-3 is practical for organizations involved in:
- Lamp and lamp cap manufacturers - to design products that meet interchangeability requirements.
- Lamp holder (socket) manufacturers - to ensure matching dimensions for safe operation.
- Quality control and metrology labs - to perform routine acceptance testing using standardized gauges.
- Certification and compliance bodies - for conformity assessment and product approval.
- Importers, distributors and installers - to verify compatibility and reduce field failures. Using these gauges helps prevent mechanical misfits, electrical hazards and customer complaints while supporting compliance with European lamp/interchangeability requirements.
Related standards
- EN 60061 (series) - other parts cover definitions, dimensions and safety requirements for lamp caps and holders.
- National adoptions (e.g., SIST EN 60061-3:2000) - show how EN 60061-3 is implemented locally.
Keywords: EN 60061-3, lamp caps, lamp holders, gauges, interchangeability, safety, CLC, gauge standards, lamp testing.
Relations
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
- Referred By
SIST EN 61184:1995 - Bayonet lampholders - Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
- Referred By
SIST EN 60968:2013 - Self-ballasted lamps for general lighting services - Safety requirements - Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
- Referred By
SIST EN 60838-1:2005 - Miscellaneous lampholders -- Part 1: General requirements and tests - Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 60061-3:2000 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Lamp caps and holders together with gauges for the control of interchangeability and safety -- Part 3: Gauges". This standard covers: Consolidated edition incorporating the sheets of the third edition (1969), plus supplements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, M, N, P, Q, R, S and T valid on 1996-12-31.
Consolidated edition incorporating the sheets of the third edition (1969), plus supplements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, M, N, P, Q, R, S and T valid on 1996-12-31.
SIST EN 60061-3:2000 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 29.140.10 - Lamp caps and holders. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 60061-3:2000 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 61199:2011, SIST EN 60630:2001/A7:2015, SIST EN 60630:2001/A4:2004, SIST EN 60238:2000, SIST EN 60598-1:2015, SIST EN 61184:2018, SIST EN 61184:1995, SIST EN 60968:2013, SIST EN 60598-1:1995/A1:1996, SIST EN 60598-1:2005, SIST EN 61199:2000, SIST EN 60662:2012, SIST EN 60838-1:2005, SIST EN 60598-1:1995, SIST EN 60064:1995/A5:2010. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
SIST EN 60061-3:2000 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2006/95/EC, 73/23/EEC. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-september-2000
Vznožki in okovi žarnic in sijalk skupaj s kalibri za kontrolo medsebojne
zamenljivosti in varnosti – 3. del: Kalibri
Lamp caps and holders together with gauges for the control of interchangeability and
safety -- Part 3: Gauges
Lampensockel und -fassungen sowie Lehren zur Kontrolle der Austauschbarkeit und
Sicherheit -- Teil 3: Lehren
Culots de lampes et douilles ainsi que calibres pour le contrôle de l'interchangeabilité et
de la sécurité -- Partie 3: Calibres
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 60061-3:1993
ICS:
29.140.10 Grla in držala žarnic Lamp caps and holders
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
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