Lamp controlgear - Part 2-8: Particular requirements for ballasts for fluorescent lamps

The contents of the corrigendum of August 2012 have been included in this copy.

Geräte für Lampen - Teil 2-8: Besondere Anforderungen an Vorschaltgeräte für Leuchtstofflampen

Appareillages de lampes - Partie 2-8: Prescriptions particulières pour les ballasts pour lampes fluorescentes

Le contenu du corrigendum d'août 2012 a été pris en considération dans cet exemplaire.

Regulatorji žarnic – 2-8. del: Posebne zahteve za dušilke fluorescenčnih sijalk (IEC 61347-2-8:2000/A1:2006)

General Information

Status
Published
Publication Date
27-Feb-2006
Withdrawal Date
31-Jan-2009
Drafting Committee
IEC/SC 34C - IEC_SC_34C
Parallel Committee
IEC/SC 34C - IEC_SC_34C
Current Stage
6060 - Document made available - Publishing
Start Date
28-Feb-2006
Completion Date
28-Feb-2006

Relations

Effective Date
28-Jul-2020
Effective Date
29-Jan-2023

Overview

EN 61347-2-8:2001/A1:2006 is a European standard set by CLC that specifies the particular requirements for ballasts for fluorescent lamps. This standard is part of the broader lamp controlgear series and focuses on ensuring safety, performance, and reliability of ballasts used in fluorescent lighting applications. The 2006 amendment (A1) introduces updates to testing methods, temperature limits, markings, and electrical requirements, maintaining alignment with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) IEC 61347-2-8:2000/A1:2006.

This standard impacts manufacturers, suppliers, testing laboratories, and professionals working with fluorescent lighting systems, providing guidelines for compliance to ensure product safety and efficiency across European markets.

Key Topics

  • Scope and Application
    EN 61347-2-8 covers the particular construction and performance requirements of ballasts designed for fluorescent lamps, including magnetic and electronic types.

  • Markings and Documentation
    Mandatory markings include product identification, electrical ratings, and safety information as detailed under IEC 61347-1 clause 7.1, ensuring traceability and correct usage.

  • Temperature and Heating Tests
    The standard mandates maximum allowable temperatures for ballast components under normal and abnormal conditions, tested according to Annex H and Annex J. It highlights the importance of ensuring ballast temperature remains within permissible limits based on material and construction.

  • Electrical Safety and No-load Output Voltage
    Amendment A1 introduces a clause on no-load output voltage to ensure ballasts do not produce hazardous voltages when not driving a lamp, improving operational safety.

  • Test Circuits and Measurement Methods
    The document provides detailed test circuits (e.g., Figure I.1) and methodology for measuring critical electrical parameters like voltage pulses, current, and varistor selection, critical for verifying ballast performance under various conditions.

  • Additional Requirements for Magnetic Ballasts
    Annex K specifies extra conditions for built-in magnetic ballasts with double or reinforced insulation, reinforcing safety measures for particular ballast designs.

Applications

  • Fluorescent Lighting Systems
    Manufacturers of fluorescent lamp ballasts apply this standard to design products meeting rigorous safety, thermal, and electrical criteria.

  • Lighting Installation and Maintenance
    Electrical installers and maintenance professionals rely on compliance with this standard to ensure correct ballast selection and safe operation in commercial, industrial, and public lighting installations.

  • Testing and Certification
    Certification bodies use EN 61347-2-8 as a benchmark for product testing, quality assurance, and market approval across Europe.

  • Product Development
    Engineers designing advanced ballast technologies-including magnetic and electronic variants-must incorporate guidance from this standard to address thermal management, electrical insulation, and no-load conditions.

Related Standards

  • IEC 61347-1 – General and safety requirements for lamp controlgear, referenced extensively for mandatory markings, insulation, and electrical testing protocols.

  • IEC 60598-1 – Luminaires Part 1: General requirements and tests, referenced for definitions of abnormal circuit conditions impacting ballast temperature.

  • Other Lamp Controlgear Standards
    Includes standards covering controlgear for other lamp types and lighting technologies, ensuring comprehensive safety across lighting components.


Adherence to EN 61347-2-8:2001/A1:2006 ensures safe, reliable, and efficient operation of fluorescent lamp ballasts, supporting manufacturers and users in meeting stringent European and international safety standards. For more detailed testing procedures, safety verification, and application guidelines, professionals should consult the full standard and related IEC publications.

Amendment

EN 61347-2-8:2002/A1:2006

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Frequently Asked Questions

EN 61347-2-8:2001/A1:2006 is a amendment published by CLC. Its full title is "Lamp controlgear - Part 2-8: Particular requirements for ballasts for fluorescent lamps". This standard covers: The contents of the corrigendum of August 2012 have been included in this copy.

The contents of the corrigendum of August 2012 have been included in this copy.

EN 61347-2-8:2001/A1:2006 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 29.140.99 - Other standards related to lamps. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

EN 61347-2-8:2001/A1:2006 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN IEC 61347-2-8:2024, EN 61347-2-8:2001. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

EN 61347-2-8:2001/A1:2006 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2006/95/EC, 2014/35/EU, 2014/53/EU, 73/23/EEC. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.

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Standards Content (Sample)


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žarnicami lamps
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 61347-2-8/A1
NORME EUROPÉENNE
February 2006
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 29.140.99
English version
Lamp controlgear
Part 2-8: Particular requirements for ballasts for fluorescent lamps
(IEC 61347-2-8:2000/A1:2006)
Appareillages de lampes Geräte für Lampen
Partie 2-8: Prescriptions particulières Teil 2-8: Besondere Anforderungen an
pour les ballasts Vorschaltgeräte für Leuchtstofflampen
pour lampes fluorescentes (IEC 61347-2-8:2000/A1:2006)
(CEI 61347-2-8:2000/A1:2006)
This amendment A1 modifies the European Standard EN 61347-2-8:2001; it was approved by CENELEC on
2006-02-01. CENELEC members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which
stipulate the conditions for giving this amendment the status of a national standard without any alteration.

Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on
application to the Central Secretariat or to any CENELEC member.

This amendment exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language
made by translation under the responsibility of a CENELEC member into its own language and notified to the
Central Secretariat has the same status as the official versions.

CENELEC members are the national electrotechnical committees of Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, the Czech
Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia,
Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain,
Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.

CENELEC
European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization
Comité Européen de Normalisation Electrotechnique
Europäisches Komitee für Elektrotechnische Normung

Central Secretariat: rue de Stassart 35, B - 1050 Brussels

© 2006 CENELEC - All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved worldwide for CENELEC members.
Ref. No. EN 61347-2-8:2001/A1:2006 E

Foreword
The text of document 34C/708/FDIS, future amendment 1 to IEC 61347-2-8:2000, prepared by SC 34C,
Auxiliaries for lamps, of IEC TC 34, Lamps and related equipment, was submitted to the IEC-CENELEC
parallel vote and was approved by CENELEC as amendment A1 to EN 61347-2-8:2001 on 2006-02-01.
The following dates were fixed:
– latest date by which the amendment has to be
implemented at national level by publication of
an identical national standard or by endorsement (dop) 2006-11-01
– latest date by which the national standards conflicting
with the amendment have to be withdrawn (dow) 2009-02-01
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Endorsement notice
The text of amendment 1:2006 to the International Standard IEC 61347-2-8:2000 was approved by
CENELEC as an amendment to the European Standard without any modification.
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61347-2-8
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AMENDMENT 1
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Amendement 1
Appareillages de lampes –
Partie 2-8:
Prescriptions particulières pour les ballasts
pour lampes fluorescentes
Amendment 1
Lamp controlgear –
Part 2-8:
Particular requirements for ballasts
for fluorescent lamps
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