Determination of inrush current characteristics of lighting products (IEC 63129:2020/AMD1:2025)

Bestimmung der Eigenschaften des Einschaltstroms von Beleuchtungsprodukten (IEC 63129:2020/AMD1:2025)

Détermination des caractéristiques du courant d'appel des produits d'éclairage (IEC 63129:2020/AMD1:2025)

Določanje značilnosti vklopnega toka pri izdelkih za razsvetljavo (IEC 63129:2020/AMD1:2025) - Dopolnilo A1

General Information

Status
Not Published
Public Enquiry End Date
31-Dec-2024
Current Stage
6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
Start Date
05-Jan-2026
Due Date
12-Mar-2026

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Effective Date
12-Mar-2024

Overview

SIST EN IEC 63129:2020/kFprA1:2025 is an amendment to the international standard for the determination of inrush current characteristics of lighting products. Published by the CLC (European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization), this amendment refines and updates the measurement methods and application guidance for inrush current in lighting equipment. The goal of this standard is to ensure accurate characterization of the transient current surge that occurs when lighting products are switched on, supporting optimal electrical design and installation.

The standard is critical for manufacturers, installers, and electrical engineers working with lighting systems, helping to improve the reliability, compatibility, and safety of lighting installations concerning inrush currents.

Key Topics

  • Inrush Current Measurement
    The amendment specifies improved procedures and notes for measuring peak inrush currents and pulse durations in lighting products. For example, it notes that a 400 A current level is adequate for typical office applications but highlights the need for higher current levels for high-power applications such as floodlighting.

  • Application of Inrush Current Characteristics
    Annex A has been updated to clarify practical uses of inrush current data:

    • Selecting compatible components such as switches and overcurrent protection devices.
    • Determining the maximum number of lighting products that can safely operate on a circuit without nuisance tripping.
  • Matching Lighting Products with Switches and Circuit Breakers
    The standard provides guidance on comparing the peak inrush current (I_peak) and pulse duration (t) of a Device Under Test (DUT) against manufacturer-supplied ratings of switches or circuit breakers. Proper matching ensures functional reliability and avoids premature contact erosion or unintentional tripping.

  • Use of Diagrams to Determine Device Limits
    Graphical methods illustrate correlating the inrush current characteristics of lighting devices with circuit breaker or switch withstand capacities. These diagrams help specify how many lighting devices can be switched on by a particular protective device or switch while maintaining system integrity.

  • Switch Contact Wear and Welding Considerations
    The amendment discusses how inrush currents impact switch contacts, illuminating the importance of considering inrush energy (I_peak² × t) to prevent contact failure in switches and electronic controls.

Applications

  • Electrical Installation Design
    Enables electrical design engineers and installers to select appropriate circuit breakers, switches, and protective devices by using standardized inrush current data from lighting product manufacturers.

  • Lighting Product Manufacturer Specifications
    Assists manufacturers in providing standardized inrush current data, enhancing transparency and interoperability with electrical components in building installations.

  • Energy Management and Safety
    Helps facilities managers and safety engineers ensure that lighting loads do not exceed protective device capacities, thereby preventing accidental power interruptions or electrical hazards.

  • High-Power Lighting Systems
    Provides foundational data for designing floodlighting and other high power lighting installations that require accurate inrush current handling.

Related Standards

  • IEC 60669-2-1:2021 – Switches for household and similar fixed electrical installations, Part 2-1: Particular requirements for electronic control devices. This standard relates closely when assessing switch capability to handle inrush currents.

  • Other standards concerning lamps and lighting controlgear, useful for comprehensive lighting system design and evaluation.

Practical Value

Implementing SIST EN IEC 63129:2020/kFprA1:2025 facilitates:

  • Greater reliability in lighting system operations by preventing circuit breaker nuisance trips and switch failure.
  • Improved standardization across international markets through harmonized measurement and application protocols.
  • Enhanced safety by correctly matching inrush current data with protective device ratings.
  • Optimized economic efficiency by avoiding over-specification and unnecessary equipment costs.

By integrating the procedures and applications in this amendment, stakeholders in the lighting industry can deliver safer, more efficient, and longer-lasting lighting solutions tailored for modern electrical installations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

SIST EN IEC 63129:2020/A1:2026 is a amendment published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Determination of inrush current characteristics of lighting products (IEC 63129:2020/AMD1:2025)". This standard covers: Determination of inrush current characteristics of lighting products (IEC 63129:2020/AMD1:2025)

Determination of inrush current characteristics of lighting products (IEC 63129:2020/AMD1:2025)

SIST EN IEC 63129:2020/A1:2026 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 29.140.01 - Lamps in general; 29.140.99 - Other standards related to lamps. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

SIST EN IEC 63129:2020/A1:2026 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN IEC 63129:2020. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-marec-2026
Določanje značilnosti vklopnega toka pri izdelkih za razsvetljavo (IEC
63129:2020/AMD1:2025) - Dopolnilo A1
Determination of inrush current characteristics of lighting products (IEC
63129:2020/AMD1:2025)
Bestimmung der Eigenschaften des Einschaltstroms von Beleuchtungsprodukten (IEC
63129:2020/AMD1:2025)
Détermination des caractéristiques du courant d'appel des produits d'éclairage (IEC
63129:2020/AMD1:2025)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN IEC 63129:2020/A1:2025
ICS:
29.140.99 Drugi standardi v zvezi z Other standards related to
žarnicami lamps
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD EN IEC 63129:2020/A1

NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM December 2025
ICS 29.140.01; 29.140.99
English Version
Determination of inrush current characteristics of lighting
products
(IEC 63129:2020/AMD1:2025)
Détermination des caractéristiques du courant d'appel des Bestimmung der Eigenschaften des Einschaltstroms von
produits d'éclairage Beleuchtungsprodukten
(IEC 63129:2020/AMD1:2025) (IEC 63129:2020/AMD1:2025)
This amendment A1 modifies the European Standard EN IEC 63129:2020; it was approved by CENELEC on 2025-11-18. 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, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the
Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Türkiye and the United Kingdom.

European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization
Comité Européen de Normalisation Electrotechnique
Europäisches Komitee für Elektrotechnische Normung
CEN-CENELEC Management Centre: Rue de la Science 23, B-1040 Brussels
© 2025 CENELEC All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved worldwide for CENELEC Members.
Ref. No. EN IEC 63129:2020/A1:2025 E

European foreword
The text of document 34/1337/FDIS, future edition 1 of IEC 63129/AMD1, prepared by TC 34
"Lighting" was submitted to the IEC-CENELEC parallel vote and approved by CENELEC as
The following dates are fixed:
• latest date by which the document has to be implemented at national (dop) 2026-12-31
level by publication of an identical national standard or by endorsement
• latest date by which the national standards conflicting with the (dow) 2028-12-31
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 shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national committee. A
complete listing of these bodies can be found on the CENELEC website.
Endorsement notice
The text of the International Standard IEC 63129:2020/AMD1:2025 was approved by CENELEC as a
European Standard without any modification.
In the official version, for Bibliography, the following note has to be added for the standard indicated:
IEC 60669-2-1:2021 NOTE Approved as EN IEC 60669-2-1:2022 (not modified) +A11:2022

IEC 63129 ®
Edition 1.0 2025-10
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
AMENDMENT 1
Amendment 1 - Determination of inrush current characteristics of lighting
products
ICS 29.140.01; 29.140.99 ISBN 978-2-8327-0755-5

IEC 63129:2020-04/AMD1:2025-10(en)

IEC 63129:2020/AMD1:2025 © IEC 2025
INTERNATIONAL ELECTROTECHNICAL COMMISSION
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Determination of inrush current characteristics of lighting products

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