SIST EN 60061-1:1999/A2:1999

Lamp caps and holders together with gauges for the control of interchangeability and safety -- Part 1: Lamp caps

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Lampensockel und -fassungen sowie Lehren zur Kontrolle der Austauschbarkeit und Sicherheit -- Teil 1: Lampensockel

Culots de lampes et douilles ainsi que calibres pour le contrôle de l'interchangeabilité et de la sécurité -- Partie 1: Culots de lampes

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Vznožki in okovi sijalk skupaj s kalibri za nadzorovanje izmenljivosti in varnosti – 1. del: Vznožki sijalk

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 30-Jun-1999
• ICS: 29.140.10 - Lamp caps and holders
• Technical Committee: IESV - Lamps and related equipment
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 01-Jul-1999
• Due Date: 01-Jul-1999
• Completion Date: 01-Jul-1999
• Directive: 2006/95/EC - Directive 2006/95/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 12 December 2006 on the harmonisation of the laws of Member States relating to electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits (codified version)
• Directive: 73/23/EEC - Electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits
• Ref Project: EN 60061-1:1993/A2:1995 - Lamp caps and holders together with gauges for the control of interchangeability and safety - Part 1: Lamp caps

Relations

• Amends: SIST EN 60061-1:1999 - Lamp caps and holders together with gauges for the control of interchangeability and safety -- Part 1: Lamp caps
• Effective Date: 01-Jul-1999

Overview

EN 60061-1:1993/A2:1995 (adopted as SIST EN 60061-1:1999/A2:1999) is a European/CLC standard covering lamp caps - the interface components of electric lamps that engage with lamp holders - and the use of gauges to control interchangeability and safety. The document is part of the IEC/EN 60061 series and is intended to ensure that lamp caps fit correctly, operate safely, and are consistently identified across manufacturers and markets. For the complete, up-to-date text and official specifications, subscribe to the IEC 60061 Database.

Key Topics

This part (Part 1: Lamp caps) addresses the fundamental requirements needed to achieve safe and interchangeable lamp cap designs. Key technical topics typically covered include:

• Scope and definitions related to lamp caps, holders and gauges
• Designation and marking practices to identify cap types and ensure correct use
• Dimensional requirements and tolerances to ensure mechanical interchangeability with corresponding lamp holders (checked using gauges)
• Mechanical and electrical safety considerations to prevent incorrect insertion, accidental contact, or arcing
• Gauges and control methods used to verify dimensions and fit for quality control and compliance
• Inspection and test principles to assess conformity with the standard (visual checks, fit tests using gauges, mechanical endurance)
• Reference classification information (ICS 29.140.10 for lamp caps and holders)

(Note: this summary lists topic areas; consult the official standard for exact measurements, test procedures and normative clauses.)

Applications

EN 60061-1 is essential for stakeholders involved in lighting product development, production and safety compliance:

• Lamp and luminaire manufacturers - design and verify lamp caps for interchangeability and compliance
• Quality control and testing laboratories - use gauges and tests specified to confirm conformance
• Purchasing and procurement teams - specify cap types and ensure compatibility across suppliers
• Regulatory bodies and certification agencies - reference the standard for product approvals and market surveillance
• Electrical installers and lighting designers - rely on standardized cap types for safe system integration

Using a harmonized standard helps reduce product failures, enhances safety, and simplifies international trade of lighting components.

Related Standards

• Other parts of the IEC/EN 60061 series (lamp holders, gauges, and related interchangeability/safety subjects)
• National adoptions (e.g., SIST EN 60061-1:1999/A2:1999) and CLC harmonized documents

For exact requirements, dimensional tables and test methods, obtain the full standard via the IEC 60061 Database or your national standards body.

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-julij-1999
Vznožki in okovi sijalk skupaj s kalibri za nadzorovanje izmenljivosti in varnosti –
1. del: Vznožki sijalk
Lamp caps and holders together with gauges for the control of interchangeability and
safety -- Part 1: Lamp caps
Lampensockel und -fassungen sowie Lehren zur Kontrolle der Austauschbarkeit und
Sicherheit -- Teil 1: Lampensockel
Culots de lampes et douilles ainsi que calibres pour le contrôle de l'interchangeabilité et
de la sécurité -- Partie 1: Culots de lampes
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 60061-1:1993/A2:1995
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.

SIST EN 60061-1:1999/A2
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