EN 60061-2:1993/A30:2003

Overview

EN 60061-2:1993/A30:2003 is a crucial European standard specifying requirements for lamp caps and holders, with a particular focus on lampholders. This standard forms part 2 of the broader IEC 60061 series that addresses the control of interchangeability and safety for lamp caps and holders. It ensures consistent international guidelines to facilitate compatibility and safety in lighting devices across multiple markets.

Published by CENELEC and aligned with the IEC 60061-2:1969 framework, this amendment A30 was approved in 2003 to update and clarify specifications for lampholders. The standard is essential for manufacturers, importers, and regulatory bodies to maintain the interoperability and safety of lighting components within the European Union and other regions subscribing to CENELEC regulations.

Key Topics

• Scope and Application: Specifies dimensions, types, and designs of lamp holders to guarantee interchangeability among lamps and their fixtures.
• Safety Requirements: Addresses safety measures to protect users from electrical hazards and ensure reliable mechanical and electrical connections.
• Control Gauges: Details the use of gauges to verify conformity for lamp holders, fostering consistency in manufacturing and quality control.
• Interchangeability: Defines mechanical compatibility standards for lamp caps and holders to enable seamless replacement and use in approved lighting installations.
• Standards Harmonization: Ensures that lampholders meet internationally recognized guidelines supporting trade and compliance.

Applications

• Lighting Industry Manufacturing: Used by lamp and lighting fixture manufacturers to design and produce lampholders that comply with European safety and interchangeability standards.
• Quality Control and Testing: Utilized by testing laboratories and quality assurance teams to certify products meet dimensional and safety requirements.
• Import and Export Compliance: Helps importers and exporters verify that lighting products conform to EU regulations to avoid market barriers.
• Electrical Installation Safety: Applied by electricians and engineers to select appropriate lampholders ensuring safe electrical installations in residential, commercial, and industrial environments.
• Product Development: Assists R&D departments in aligning new lamp holder designs with standardized criteria to facilitate broad market acceptance.

Related Standards

• IEC 60061 Series: The full series covers different aspects of lamp caps, holders, and gauges for lamp interchangeability and safety.
• EN 60061-1: Part 1 – Lamp caps, complements part 2 by standardizing the caps that fit into lampholders.
• Other CENELEC Electrotechnical Standards: Related standards addressing electrical safety, mechanical robustness, and lighting performance, ensuring holistic compliance.
• National Implementations: Variants of EN 60061-2 adopted by CENELEC members from Austria, Belgium, Germany, France, United Kingdom, and others, often published as identical national standards.

EN 60061-2:1993/A30:2003 plays a vital role in the global lighting sector by establishing a unified framework that supports product safety, interchangeability, and quality. Stakeholders subscribing to the IEC 60061 database can access the full, updated content to stay compliant with evolving electrical and mechanical standards essential for lamp holders in modern lighting technologies.