IEC 60598- For Luminaries
The AS/NZS/IEC/EN 60598 standard sets the safety and performance requirements for luminaires, ensuring they meet the necessary quality and safety benchmarks for use in various environments. This standard is essential for manufacturers, designers, and compliance professionals working with lighting products, as it provides a comprehensive framework for testing and certification
Compliance and Testing
Achieving compliance with IEC 60598 involves a rigorous testing and certification process. Key areas of focus include:
- Electrical Safety: Ensuring proper insulation, grounding, and protection against electric shock.
- Thermal Management: Verifying that luminaires operate within safe temperature limits to prevent overheating.
- Mechanical Construction: Assessing the robustness and durability of the luminaire’s construction to prevent mechanical failure.
- Ingress Protection (IP Rating): Testing for resistance to dust and water, especially critical for outdoor and industrial luminaires.
- Photometric Performance: Ensuring adequate and consistent light output, color rendering, and distribution for the intended application.
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Category | Examples of Appliances | Relevant Standards |
Luminaires | Fixed General Purpose Luminaires | AS/NZS IEC EN 60598-1 |
Luminaires | Portable General Purpose Luminaires | AS IEC EN 60598-2-4 |
Luminaires | Luminaires for Road and Street Lighting | AS/NZS IEC EN 60598-2-3 |
Luminaires | Floodlights | AS/NZS IEC EN 60598-2-5 |
Luminaires | Recessed Luminaires | AS/NZS IEC EN 60598-2-2 |
Luminaires | Luminaires with Built-in Transformers and Converters | AS/NZS 60598.2.6 |
Luminaires | Luminaires for Emergency Lighting | AS IEC EN 60598-2-22 |
Luminaires | Handlamps | AS/NZS IEC EN 60598-2-8 |
Luminaires | Luminaires for Use in Clinical Areas of Hospitals and Health Care Buildings | AS/NZS IEC EN 60598-2-25 |
Luminaires | Luminaires for Display Lighting for Museums | AS/NZS IEC EN 60598-2-10 |
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Quick FAQ'S
The standard applies to all types of luminaires, including indoor and outdoor lighting, emergency lighting, portable lamps, and decorative lighting fixtures.
Manufacturers must design and test their products according to the standard’s requirements, including electrical safety, mechanical construction, thermal management, and photometric performance. Comprehensive documentation and testing reports are necessary for certification.
Yes, IEC 60598 includes particular requirements for outdoor luminaires, focusing on ingress protection (IP rating) against water and dust, as well as durability in various weather conditions.
The IP (Ingress Protection) rating indicates the degree of protection provided by the luminaire against solid objects, dust, and water, ensuring suitability for specific environments.
Photometric performance requirements ensure that luminaires provide adequate and consistent lighting levels, color rendering, and light distribution for their intended application.
Manufacturers must provide detailed technical documentation, including design specifications, test reports, risk assessments, and user manuals, to demonstrate compliance with the standard.