Standards for lamps
- BS EN 61184 Bayonet lampholders
- Gives requirements and tests for B15 and B22 lampholders.
- BS EN 60360 Standard method of measurement of lamp cap temperature rise
- Method to be used when testing tungsten filament or discharge lamps for compliance with the limits. Temperature-rise limits for particular lamps are listed in the relevant lamp standards.
- BS EN 60617-8 Graphical symbols for diagrams
- Measuring instruments, lamps and signalling devices.
- BS EN 61547 Specification for equipment for general lighting purposes. EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) immunity requirements
- Gives electromagnetic immunity requirements for lighting equipment, such as lamps, for connexion to a low-voltage electric supply or for battery operation.
- BS EN 60598-1 Luminaires. General requirements and tests
- BS EN 60598-2-4 Portable general purpose luminaires
- For use with tungsten filament, tubular fluorescent and other discharge lamps on supply voltages not exceeding 250v.
- BS EN 60598-2-23 Extra low voltage lighting systems for filament lamps
- For ordinary interior use with a supply voltage not exceeding 1000v.
- BS EN 61508-2-1 Cord Switches
- Applies to cord switches for appliances switched on by hand, by foot or by other human activity for use in, on or with appliances and other equipment for household and similar purposes, with a rated voltage not exceeding 250 V and a rated current not exceeding 16 A.
- BS EN 61184 Bayonet Lampholders
- Gives requirements and tests for different types of 'bayonet' style lampholders.