SIST EN 61195:2000/A1:2013
(Amendment)Double-capped fluorescent lamps - Safety specifications
Double-capped fluorescent lamps - Safety specifications
This International Standard specifies the safety requirements for double-capped fluorescent lamps for general lighting purposes of all groups having Fa6, Fa8, G5, G13, 2G13, R17d and W4.38.5d caps. It also specifies the method a manufacturer should use to show compliance with the requirements of this standard on the basis of whole production appraisal in association with his test records on finished products. This method can also be applied for certification purposes. Details of a batch test procedure which can be used to make limited assessment of batches are also given in this standard.
NOTE – Compliance with this standard concerns only safety criteria and does not take into account the performance of double-capped fluorescent lamps for general lighting purposes with respect to luminous flux, colour,
starting and operational characteristics. Readers are referred to IEC 60081 for such characteristics.
Zweiseitig gesockelte Leuchtstofflampen - Sicherheitsanforderungen
Lampes à fluorescence à deux culots - Prescriptions de sécurité
Fluorescenčne sijalke z dvema vznožkoma - Varnostne zahteve
Ta mednarodni standard navaja varnostne zahteve za fluorescenčne sijalke z dvema vznožkoma za splošno razsvetljavo vseh skupin, ki imajo vznožke Fa6, Fa8, G5, G13, 2G13, R17d in W4.38.5d. Določa tudi metodo, ki naj bi jo proizvajalec uporabil za dokazovanje skladnosti z zahtevami tega standarda na podlagi ocene celotne proizvodnje, in sicer v zvezi z njegovimi evidencami o preskusih končnih izdelkov. To metodo je mogoče uporabiti tudi za certificiranje. V tem standardu so navedene tudi podrobnosti serijskega preskusnega postopka, ki ga je mogoče uporabiti za omejeno oceno serij.
OPOMBA: Skladnost s tem standardom se nanaša samo na varnostna merila in ne upošteva zmogljivosti fluorescenčnih sijalk z dvema vznožkoma za splošno razsvetljavo glede na značilnosti svetlobnega toka, barve, vklopa in delovanja. Te značilnosti bralci najdejo v standardu IEC 60081.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 05-Jun-2013
- Technical Committee
- IESV - Lamps and related equipment
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 05-Jun-2013
- Due Date
- 10-Aug-2013
- Completion Date
- 06-Jun-2013
Relations
- Effective Date
- 20-Dec-2011
Overview
SIST EN 61195:2000/A1:2013 is a European standard developed by CLC, aligned with IEC 61195:1999/A1:2012, that specifies the safety requirements for double-capped fluorescent lamps. This amendment, approved in 2013, enhances safety specifications with a particular focus on photobiological safety, integrating horizontal safety requirements from related standards such as IEC 62471. These lamps are primarily used for general lighting services (GLS) in occupied spaces, ensuring safe use within designated voltage limits under the Low Voltage Directive (LVD 2006/95/EC).
Key Topics
Safety Specifications
EN 61195 defines principle safety elements for double-capped fluorescent lamps to prevent electrical, ultraviolet (UV), blue light, and infrared (IR) radiation hazards during operation and handling.Photobiological Safety
The amendment introduces photobiological safety criteria according to IEC 62471 and IEC/TR 62471-2. It specifically addresses limits on UV radiation emitted by these lamps to protect human health without requiring additional hazard marking for blue light or IR radiation, as these remain within safe exposure limits.UV Radiation Limits
The specific effective radiant UV power must not exceed 2 mW/klm for general lamps and 2 mW/(m·klx) for reflector lamps. Compliance is validated through spectroradiometric measurements consistent with IEC 60081 protocols.Risk Classification and Marking
Based on measurements at 500 lx, double-capped fluorescent lamps are classified as risk group 1 for blue light hazard and risk group 0 for infrared radiation, which do not mandate labeling under EN 61195.Definitions and Test Methods
Key terms such as "specific effective radiant UV power" are introduced to standardize measurement and reporting. The standard outlines sampling, grouping, and quality control procedures related to safety testing.
Applications
General Lighting
Double-capped fluorescent lamps conforming to EN 61195 are widely used in homes, offices, commercial buildings, and public spaces. The standard ensures their safe operation without harmful UV, blue light, or IR emissions that could affect occupants.Product Development and Compliance
Manufacturers and designers leverage this standard to ensure safe fluorescent lamp designs, meeting European safety directives and facilitating market access across CENELEC member countries.Safety Assessment
Testing laboratories apply EN 61195 to certify lamps meet photobiological safety thresholds and electrical safety requirements, supporting regulatory compliance and consumer safety.Regulatory Framework
The standard supports implementation of the Low Voltage Directive by defining harmonized safety parameters, reducing conflicting national regulations and promoting uniform safety levels across Europe.
Related Standards
IEC 61195:1999/A1:2012 – The international baseline standard for safety specifications of double-capped fluorescent lamps upon which EN 61195 is based.
IEC 62471 – Photobiological Safety of Lamps and Lamp Systems
Defines risk groups and exposure limits for optical radiation hazards applicable to various lamp types, integrated into EN 61195 amendment.IEC/TR 62471-2 – Provides guidance on manufacturing requirements to ensure compliance with non-laser optical radiation safety standards.
IEC 60081 – Specification for Double-Capped Fluorescent Lamps
Covers electrical and photometric characteristics, providing the conditions under which UV radiation compliance tests are conducted.Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC) – European legislation governing electrical equipment safety within voltage limits, under which EN 61195’s safety specifications are applicable.
SIST EN 61195:2000/A1:2013 serves as a comprehensive and authoritative reference for ensuring the safe manufacture, assessment, and use of double-capped fluorescent lamps in accordance with prevailing European safety regulations and photobiological risk management, promoting reliable and hazard-free lighting solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 61195:2000/A1:2013 is a amendment published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Double-capped fluorescent lamps - Safety specifications". This standard covers: This International Standard specifies the safety requirements for double-capped fluorescent lamps for general lighting purposes of all groups having Fa6, Fa8, G5, G13, 2G13, R17d and W4.38.5d caps. It also specifies the method a manufacturer should use to show compliance with the requirements of this standard on the basis of whole production appraisal in association with his test records on finished products. This method can also be applied for certification purposes. Details of a batch test procedure which can be used to make limited assessment of batches are also given in this standard. NOTE – Compliance with this standard concerns only safety criteria and does not take into account the performance of double-capped fluorescent lamps for general lighting purposes with respect to luminous flux, colour, starting and operational characteristics. Readers are referred to IEC 60081 for such characteristics.
This International Standard specifies the safety requirements for double-capped fluorescent lamps for general lighting purposes of all groups having Fa6, Fa8, G5, G13, 2G13, R17d and W4.38.5d caps. It also specifies the method a manufacturer should use to show compliance with the requirements of this standard on the basis of whole production appraisal in association with his test records on finished products. This method can also be applied for certification purposes. Details of a batch test procedure which can be used to make limited assessment of batches are also given in this standard. NOTE – Compliance with this standard concerns only safety criteria and does not take into account the performance of double-capped fluorescent lamps for general lighting purposes with respect to luminous flux, colour, starting and operational characteristics. Readers are referred to IEC 60081 for such characteristics.
SIST EN 61195:2000/A1:2013 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 29.140.30 - Fluorescent lamps. Discharge lamps. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 61195:2000/A1:2013 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 61195:2000. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
SIST EN 61195:2000/A1:2013 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2006/95/EC, 2014/35/EU. 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)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-julij-2013
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Double-capped fluorescent lamps - Safety specifications
Zweiseitig gesockelte Leuchtstofflampen - Sicherheitsanforderungen
Lampes à fluorescence à deux culots - Prescriptions de sécurité
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 61195:1999/A1:2013
ICS:
29.140.30 )OXRUHVFHQþQHVLMDONH6LMDONH Fluorescent lamps.
Discharge lamps
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 61195/A1
NORME EUROPÉENNE
February 2013
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 29.140.30
English version
Double-capped fluorescent lamps -
Safety specifications
(IEC 61195:1999/A1:2012)
Lampes à fluorescence à deux culots - Zweiseitig gesockelte Leuchtstofflampen -
Prescriptions de sécurité Sicherheitsanforderungen
(CEI 61195:1999/A1:2012) (IEC 61195:1999/A1:2012)
This amendment A1 modifies the European Standard EN 61195:1999; it was approved by CENELEC on 2012-
11-16. 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 CEN-CENELEC Management Centre 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
CEN-CENELEC Management Centre has the same status as the official versions.
CENELEC members are the national electrotechnical committees of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus,
the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany,
Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland,
Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United Kingdom.
CENELEC
European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization
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Europäisches Komitee für Elektrotechnische Normung
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© 2013 CENELEC - All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved worldwide for CENELEC members.
Ref. No. EN 61195:1999/A1:2013 E
Foreword
The text of document 34A/1536/CDV, future amendment 1 to edition 2 of IEC 61195, prepared by
SC 34A "Lamps" of IEC/TC 34 "Lamps and related equipment" was submitted to the IEC-CENELEC
parallel vote and approved by CENELEC as EN 61195:1999/A1:2013.
The following dates are fixed:
(dop) 2013-08-16
• latest date by which the document has
to be implemented at national level by
publication of an identical national
standard or by endorsement
• latest date by which the national (dow) 2015-11-16
standards conflicting with the
document have to be withdrawn
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CENELEC [and/or CEN] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such
patent rights.
This standard covers the Principle Elements of the Safety Objectives for Electrical Equipment
Designed for Use within Certain Voltage Limits (LVD - 2006/95/EC).
Endorsement notice
The text of the International Standard IEC 61195:1999/A1:2012 was approved by CENELEC as a
European Standard without any modification.
In the Bibliography of EN 61195:1999, the following note has to be added for the standard indicated:
IEC 62471 NOTE Harmonised as EN 62471.
IEC 61195 ®
Edition 2.0 2012-10
INTERNATIONAL
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Double-capped fluorescent lamps – Safety specifications
Lampes à fluorescence à deux culots – Prescriptions de sécurité
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ICS 29.140.30 ISBN 978-2-83220-385-9
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