Light and lighting - Measurement and presentation of photometric data of lamps and luminaires - Part 1: Measurement and file format

This European Standard establishes general principles for the measurement of basic photometric data for lighting application purposes.
It establishes the measurement criteria needed for the standardisation of basic photometric data and details of the CEN file format for electronic data transfer.
This is part 1 of a multi part standard. Part 1 deals with the basic photometric measurement and file format. Other parts deal with lamps and luminiares data depending on the applications.

Licht und Beleuchtung - Messung und Darstellung photometrischer Daten von Lampen und Leuchten - Teil 1: Messung und Datenformat

Lumière et éclairage - Mesure et présentation des données photométriques des lampes et des luminaires - Partie 1: Mesurage et format de données

Svetloba in razsvetljava - Merjenje in podajanje fotometričnih podatkov svetlobnih virov in svetilk - 1. del: Merjenje in format podatkov

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Overview

SIST EN 13032-1:2004/kFprA1:2011 is a European Standard developed by the Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo (SIST) concerning the measurement and presentation of photometric data for lamps and luminaires. This document outlines the general principles for collecting and standardizing basic photometric data, ensuring consistency and compatibility across lighting applications. The standard also specifies the CEN file format for seamless electronic data transfer, supporting integration and data sharing in the lighting industry.

This part (Part 1) of the multi-part standard focuses on basic photometric measurements and the necessary file formats for data exchange. It supports accurate performance assessment, product development, and regulatory compliance for manufacturers, laboratories, and lighting professionals.

Key Topics

  • Photometric Measurement Criteria
    This standard provides guidelines for measuring luminous flux, luminous intensity, and other key photometric parameters of lamps and luminaires.

  • Standardized File Format
    Details are provided on the CEN file format required for electronic sharing and long-term archival of photometric data, facilitating interoperability among organizations.

  • Laboratory and Test Requirements
    Procedures for laboratory setups, lamp preparation (including ageing and burn-in), and stabilization are specified to ensure reproducibility and reliability in measurements.

  • Specific Handling Instructions for Lamp Types
    The standard includes an annex addressing the unique handling, ageing, and measurement requirements for T16 linear fluorescent lamps and compact fluorescent lamps.

  • Stability and Repeatability
    The document highlights important conditions, such as maintaining stable ambient temperature and supply voltage, to achieve reliable, repeatable photometric results.

  • Data Presentation
    Guidance on how to present results in a format that meets industry needs, ensuring clarity in communication across design, specification, and compliance activities.

Applications

  • Product Development and Quality Control
    Manufacturers use this standard to verify the performance of lamps and luminaires, enabling the design and delivery of energy-efficient, high-performing lighting products.

  • Regulatory Compliance
    Organizations rely on standard measurement and data presentation practices to meet European and international legal requirements for lighting products.

  • Lighting Design and Simulation
    Lighting designers and engineers benefit from standardized photometric data for precise simulations, supporting effective lighting plans in architectural, industrial, and public spaces.

  • Testing Laboratories
    Accredited laboratories use the standardized procedures to produce trustworthy and comparable results for product certification and market entry.

  • Data Exchange and Interoperability
    The unified CEN file format enables seamless sharing of lighting data among manufacturers, designers, and regulatory bodies, supporting industry-wide digital transformation.

Related Standards

  • EN 60081 - Double-capped fluorescent lamps - Performance specifications
  • EN 60901 - Single-capped fluorescent lamps - Performance specifications
  • EN 13032-2 - Measurement and presentation of photometric data of lamps and luminaires - Part 2: Specific requirements for lamps
  • EN 13032-3 - Further parts addressing other lamp or luminaire types and application-specific requirements

Keywords: photometric measurement, luminaires, lamps, light measurement standard, file format, CEN, electronic data transfer, SIST EN 13032-1, lighting application, fluorescent lamp measurement, laboratory requirements, lighting test methods, European lighting standards.

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SIST EN 13032-1:2004/kFprA1:2011 is a draft published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Light and lighting - Measurement and presentation of photometric data of lamps and luminaires - Part 1: Measurement and file format". This standard covers: This European Standard establishes general principles for the measurement of basic photometric data for lighting application purposes. It establishes the measurement criteria needed for the standardisation of basic photometric data and details of the CEN file format for electronic data transfer. This is part 1 of a multi part standard. Part 1 deals with the basic photometric measurement and file format. Other parts deal with lamps and luminiares data depending on the applications.

This European Standard establishes general principles for the measurement of basic photometric data for lighting application purposes. It establishes the measurement criteria needed for the standardisation of basic photometric data and details of the CEN file format for electronic data transfer. This is part 1 of a multi part standard. Part 1 deals with the basic photometric measurement and file format. Other parts deal with lamps and luminiares data depending on the applications.

SIST EN 13032-1:2004/kFprA1:2011 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 17.180.20 - Colours and measurement of light; 91.160.01 - Lighting in general. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

SIST EN 13032-1:2004/kFprA1:2011 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 13032-1:2004+A1:2012. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-september-2011
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Light and lighting - Measurement and presentation of photometric data of lamps and
luminaires - Part 1: Measurement and file format
Licht und Beleuchtung - Messung und Darstellung photometrischer Daten von Lampen
und Leuchten - Teil 1: Messung und Datenformat
Lumière et éclairage - Mesure et présentation des données photométriques des lampes
et des luminaires - Partie 1: Mesurage et format de données
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 13032-1:2004/FprA1
ICS:
17.180.20 Barve in merjenje svetlobe Colours and measurement of
light
91.160.01 Razsvetljava na splošno Lighting in general
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD
FINAL DRAFT
EN 13032-1:2004
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
FprA1
July 2011
ICS 17.180.20; 29.140.01
English Version
Light and lighting - Measurement and presentation of
photometric data of lamps and luminaires - Part 1: Measurement
and file format
Lumière et éclairage - Mesure et présentation des données Licht und Beleuchtung - Messung und Darstellung
photométriques des lampes et des luminaires - Partie 1: photometrischer Daten von Lampen und Leuchten - Teil 1:
Mesurage et format de données Messung und Datenformat
This draft amendment is submitted to CEN members for unique acceptance procedure. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee
CEN/TC 169.
This draft amendment A1, if approved, will modify the European Standard EN 13032-1:2004. If this draft becomes an amendment, CEN
members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for inclusion of this amendment
into the relevant national standard without any alteration.

This draft amendment was established by CEN in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made
by translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre has
the same status as the official versions.

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

Recipients of this draft are invited to submit, with their comments, notification of any relevant patent rights of which they are aware and to
provide supporting documentation.

Warning : This document is not a European Standard. It is distributed for review and comments. It is subject to change without notice and
shall not be referred to as a European Standard.

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Contents Page
Foreword .3
1 Modification to the Foreword .4
2 Modification to the Introduction .4
3 Modification to Clause 2, Normative references .4
4 Modification to Clause 3, Terms and definitions .4
5 Modification to Clause 5, Laboratory requirements for tests .4
6 Addition of Annex F .5

Foreword
This document (EN 13032-1:2004/FprA1:2011) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 169
“Light and lighting”, the secretariat of which is held by DIN.
This document is currently submitted to the Unique Acceptance Procedure.

1 Modification to the Foreword
Delete the penultimate paragraph.
2 Modification to the Introduction
Add the following paragraph at the end:
"Due to the specific handling requirements for T16 and compact fluorescent lamps, these lamps are covered
separately (normative Annex F).".
3 Modification to Clause 2, Normative references
Add the following references:
"EN 60081, Doublecapped fluorescent lamps — Performance specifications (IEC 60081:1997)
EN 60901, Single-capped fluorescent lamps — Performance specifications (IEC 60901:1996)".
Delete the full stops at the end of reference titles.
4 Modification to Clause 3, Terms and definitions
Add the following new terms and definitions: "
3.7
measurement lamp
lamp used for the photometric characterisation of a luminaire
3.8
cold spot (of a fluorescent lamp)
coldest point on the discharge tube that determine the Hg-pressure in the discharge tube".
5 Modification to Clause 5, Laboratory requirements for tests
Add at the end of 5.2.4:
"The provisions of Annex F apply for luminaires equipped with single capped tubular compact fluorescent
lamps (TC-F, TC-L and other TC lamps with external ballast), 16 mm diameter linear double-capped
fluorescent lamps (T16) and single-ended ring fluorescent lamps (T16-R).".
In Table 2 “Overview of selected requirements and operating conditions for light sources”, replace column 2 in
line 5 "
Measurement of intensity must be taken at least once per min for 15 minutes. No pair of reading shall differ by more than 1 % of the
minimum. If this is not feasable the real fluctuation shall be stated. Compact fluorescent lamps, T 5 - lamps shall be restabilized at least
16 hours after destabilization (e. g. by shock or change in operating position). Lamps shall be cooled down in measurement position; at
least the cooling down time of the lamp type under consideration shall be applied.
" with the following: "
Measurement of intensity shall be taken at least once per min for 15 min. No pair of reading shall differ by more than 1 % of the minimum.
If this is not feasible the real fluctuation shall be stated. Lamps shall be cooled down in measurement position; at least the cooling down
time of the lamp type under consideration shall be applied.
The provisions of Annex F apply for luminaires equipped with single capped tubular compact fluorescent lamps (TC-F, TC-L and other
TC lamps with external ballast), 16 mm diameter linear double-capped fluorescent lamps (T16) and single-ended ring fluorescent lamps
(T16-R).
".
6 Addition of Annex F
Add the following new Annex F: "
Annex F
(normative)
Measurement procedure for the photometry of luminaires equipped with
T16 lamps or fluorescent compact lamps
F.1 General
Single capped compact fluorescent lamps and double capped tubular fluorescent lamps with a diameter of
...