IS 16107-1 specifies the general performance requirements for luminaires. This standard is intended to ensure safety, functionality, and durability of various types of luminaires used in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
Scope:
The standard applies to all types of luminaires except for those that are explicitly excluded, such as specific lighting equipment for special applications.
Definitions:
Important terms related to luminaires, such as “luminaire”, “ballast”, “lamp”, “housing”, etc., are defined to ensure clarity in interpretation and application of the standard.
General Requirements:
Construction: Luminaires must be constructed to prevent hazards such as electric shock, fire, and mechanical injury. Materials used must be durable and suitable for the intended environment.
Marking: All luminaires should be clearly marked with relevant information including voltage, frequency, power, and manufacturer details.
Electrical Safety:
Luminaires must be designed to operate safely within their rated electrical parameters. Protection against electric shock is a critical consideration, including the insulation of live parts.
Thermal Performance:
The standard specifies requirements for managing heat within the luminaire. Adequate heat dissipation is necessary to prevent overheating, which could affect performance or safety.
Photometric Performance:
Requirements are established for the luminous intensity, distribution, and efficiency of the luminaires. The goal is to ensure that the luminaire performs effectively in terms of lighting output.
Maintenance:
Considerations are given for the ease of maintaining luminaires, including access to replaceable components like lamps and ballasts.
Compliance Testing:
The standard specifies testing methods to verify that luminaires meet the outlined requirements. This includes both laboratory testing and real-world usage scenarios.
Conclusion:
IS 16107-1 is designed to ensure that luminaires are safe, reliable, and perform as expected across a wide range of conditions. Manufacturers must adhere to these guidelines to ensure their products are compliant with the standard.
LISUN supplies the fully test solutions for the following BIS IS 16107 (Part 1): 2012 , please see the below excel table:
BS IS 16107 Clause and Subject | LISUN Model |
2.1 Photometric Data | LSG-1890B or LSG-6000 |
2.2 Electrical Data | LS2050B |
2.3 Luminaire Efficacy data | LPCE-2(LMS-9000C) |
3.1 Materials Information | EDX-2A |
Annex A.2 Test Measurement of Luminaire Power During Normal Operation | LPCE-2(LMS-9000C) |
Annex A.4 Electrical Measuring Instruments | LS2050B |
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