Self-ballasted fluorescent lamps for general lighting service - Safety specifications
1 Scope
This document specifies the safety and interchangeability requirements, together with the test methods and conditions required to show compliance of tubular fluorescent lamps with integrated means for controlling starting and stable operation (self-ballasted fluorescent lamps).
These lamps are intended for domestic and similar general lighting purposes, having a rated voltage of 50 V to 250 V, having a rated frequency of 50 Hz or 60Hz and having IEC 60061-1 compliant caps.
For a cap-holder system not specifically mentioned in this standard, the relevant information on safety related tests provided by the manufacturer will apply.
The requirements of this standard relate only to type testing.
Recommendations for whole product testing or batch testing are given in Annex A.
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.
2 Normative references
The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 4046-4:2002 Paper, board, pulp and related terms - Vocabulary - Part 4: Paper and board grades and converted products
Note: GB/T 4687-2007, Paper, board, pulps and related terms - Vocabulary (ISO 4046-4:2002, MOD)
IEC 60061-1 Lamp caps and holders together with gauges for the control of interchangeability and safety - Part 1: Lamp caps
Note: GB/T 1406.1-2008, Types and dimensions of lamp caps - Part 1: Screw caps (IEC 60061-1:2005, MOD)
GB/T 1406.2-2008, Types and dimentions of lamp caps - Part 2: Pin lamp caps (IEC 60061-1:2005, MOD)
GB/T 1406.3-2008, Types and dimensions of lamp caps - Part 3: Prefocus caps (IEC 60061-1:2018, MOD)
GB/T 1406.4-2008, Types and dimensions of lamp caps - Part 4: Miscellaneous caps (IEC 60061-1:2005, MOD)
GB/T 1406.5-2008, Types and dimensions of lamp caps - Part 5: Bayonet caps (IEC 60061-1:2005, MOD)
IEC 60061-3 Lamp caps and holders together with gauges for the control of interchangeability and safety - Part 3: Gauges
Note: GB/T 1483.1-2008, Gauges for lamp caps and holders - Part 1: Gauges for screw caps and holders (IEC 60061-3:2004, MOD)
GB/T 1483.2-2008, Gauges for caps and lampholders - Part 2: Gauges for pin caps and lampholders (IEC 60061-3:2004, MOD)
GB/T 1483.3-2008, Gauges for lamp caps and lampholders - Part 3: Gauges for prefocus caps and lampholders (IEC 60061-3:2004, MOD)
GB/T 1483.4-2009, Gauges for lamp caps and lampholders - Part 4: Gauges for miscellaneous caps and lampholders (IEC 60061-3:2004, MOD)
GB/T 1483.5-2008, Gauges for caps and lampholders - Part 5: Gauges for bayonet caps and lampholders (IEC 60061-3:2004, MOD)
IEC 60360 Standard method of measurement of lamp cap temperature rise
Note: GB/T 24392-2009, Standard method of measurement of lamp cap temperature rise (IEC 60360:1998, IDT)
IEC 60598-1 Luminaires - Part 1: General requirements and tests
Note: GB/T 7000.1-2023, Luminaires - Part 1: General requirements and tests (IEC 60598-1:2020, MOD)
IEC 60695-2-10 Fire hazard testing for electric and electronic products - Part 2-10: Glowing/hot-wire based test methods - Glow-wire apparatus and common test procedure
Note: GB/T 5169.10-2017, Fire hazard testing for electric and electronic products - Part 10: Glowing/hot-wire based test methods - Glow-wire apparatus and common test procedure (IEC 60695-2-10:2013, IDT)
IEC 60695-2-11 Fire hazard testing for electric and electronic products - Part 2-11: Glowing/hot-wire based test methods -Glow-wire flammability test method for end-products (GWEPT)
Note: GB/T 5169.11-2017, Fire hazard testing for electric and electronic products - Part 11: Glowing/hot-wire based test methods - Glow-wire flammability test method for end-products (GWEPT) (IEC 60695-2-11:2014, IDT)
IEC 60901 Single-capped fluorescent lamps - Performance specifications
Note: GB/T 17262-2011, Single-capped fluorescent lamps - Performance specification (IEC 60901:2007, NEQ)
IEC 61199 Single-capped fluorescent lamps - Safety specifications
Note: GB/T 16843-2023, Single-capped fluorescent lamps - Safety specifications (IEC 61199:2014, IDT)
IEC 61347-1 Lamp controlgear - Part 1: General and safety requirements
Note: GB/T 19510.1-2023, Controlgear for electric light sources - Part 1: General and safety requirements (IEC 61347-1:2017, MOD)
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply:
3.1
self-ballasted lamp
unit which cannot be dismantled without being permanently damaged, provided with a lamp cap and incorporating a light source and any additional elements necessary for starting and stable operation of the light source
3.2
nominal value
approximate quantity value used to designate or identify a lamp
[SOURCE: IEC 60901:1997, 1.4.3]
3.3
rated value
quantity value for a characteristic of a lamp for specified operating conditions
Note: The value and the conditions are specified in this standard, or assigned by the manufacturer or responsible vendor.
[SOURCE: IEC 60901:1997, 1.4.4, modified]
3.4
cap temperature rise
∆ts
surface temperature rise (above ambient) of a standard test lampholder fitted to the lamp’s cap, when measured in accordance with the standard method described in IEC 60360
[SOURCE: IEC 60432-1:1999, 1.3.8]
3.5
live part
conductive part which may cause an electric shock in normal use
3.6
type test
test or series of tests made on a type test sample for the purpose of checking compliance of the design of a given product with the requirements of the relevant standard
3.7
type test sample
sample consisting of one or more similar units submitted by the manufacturer or responsible vendor for the purpose of the type test
3.8
specific effective radiant UV power
effective power of the UV radiation of a lamp related to its luminous flux
Note 1: The specific effective radiant UV power is expressed in mW/klm.
Note 2: The effective power of the UV radiation is obtained by weighting the spectral power distribution of the lamp with the UV hazard function SUV (λ). Information about the relevant UV hazard function is given in IEC 62471. It only 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.
3.9
test family
lamp groups which are distinguished by common features of materials relevant to the test applied
4 General requirements and general test requirements
4.1 Self-ballasted lamps shall be so designed and constructed that in normal use they function reliably and cause no danger to the user or surroundings. In general, compliance is checked by carrying out all the tests specified.
4.2 All measurements unless otherwise specified in this standard, shall be carried out at rated voltage and frequency and in a draught-proof room. The ambient temperature shall be from 23 °C to 27 °C inclusive and shall not vary by more than 1 °C during the measurements.
If lamps are rated for alternative frequencies the test shall be carried out at the most onerous of these.
The test voltages are specified in the relevant clauses.
4.3 Self-ballasted lamps are non-repairable, factory sealed units. They shall not be opened for any tests with exemption of 13.2. In the case of substantiated doubt based on the inspection of the lamp and the examination of the circuit diagram, and in agreement with the manufacturer or responsible vendor, lamps specially prepared so that a fault condition can be simulated shall be submitted for testing (see Clause 1 3 and Clause 1 5).
5 Marking
5.1 Lamp marking
The following information shall be marked on the lamp.
1) Mark of origin (this may take the form of a trademark, the manufacturer's name or the name of the responsible vendor).
2) Rated voltage(s) or rated voltage range (marked "V" or "volts").
3) Rated power (marked "W" or "watts").
4) Rated frequency (frequencies) (marked in "Hz").
5) Any further information needed to identify the product type e.g. model number or type reference.
