IEC 61347 - For Lamp Control Gear
IEC 61347 is a crucial standard in the world of lighting technology, providing essential guidelines for lamp control gear. This standard ensures that devices controlling the operation of electrical light sources meet safety and performance requirements. It covers a wide range of control gear, including ballasts for fluorescent lamps, LED drivers, and other electronic components used in lighting systems.
Products Requiring Approval
The IEC 61347 standard applies to various products used in lighting systems, such as:
- Magnetic ballasts for fluorescent lamps
- Electronic ballasts for discharge lamps
- LED drivers and modules
- Transformers for low voltage halogen lamps
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Category | Examples of Appliances | Relevant Standards |
Lamp Control Gear | General requirements for all lamp control gear | AS/NZS IEC EN 61347-1 |
Electronic Control Gear for LED Modules | LED lighting systems supplied by DC or AC | AS IEC EN 61347-2-13 |
Electronic Step-Down Converters for Filament Lamps | DC or AC supplied converters for filament lamps | AS/NZS IEC EN 61347-2-2 |
Electronic Ballasts for Fluorescent Lamps | AC supplied electronic ballasts for fluorescent lamps | AS/NZS IEC EN 61347-2-3 |
Miscellaneous Electronic Circuits Used with Luminaires | Various electronic circuits used in luminaires | AS/NZS IEC EN 61347-2-11 |
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Why C-PRAV?
C-PRAV recognizes that different types of lamp control gear have unique requirements. Whether you are developing LED drivers, HID ballasts, or transformers, we offer tailored testing and certification solutions that align with the specific needs of your products. Achieving compliance with IEC 61347 through us ensures that your products are ready for global distribution. We help you navigate regional variations and additional requirements, streamlining the process of entering international markets.
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Quick FAQ'S
IEC 61347 covers various types of lamp control gear, including those for fluorescent lamps, LED modules, HID (High-Intensity Discharge) lamps, and other similar lighting technologies.
Compliance with IEC 61347 involves tests for electrical insulation, temperature rise, abnormal operation, dielectric strength, and mechanical robustness.
IEC 61347 includes specific parts (e.g., IEC 61347-2-13) that address the safety requirements for LED control gear, ensuring safe operation in LED lighting systems.
IEC 61347 requires that electronic ballasts be designed with safeguards against short circuits, overloads, and temperature rises, which helps prevent failures that could lead to fires or electric shocks.
The standard includes requirements for thermal endurance testing, ensuring that lamp control gear can withstand prolonged use without degradation in safety performance.
Manufacturers must provide detailed test reports, certification documentation, and product labeling that demonstrates adherence to all relevant parts of IEC 61347.