What is BS 6972 - Requirements for luminaire supporting couplers about?
BS 6972 is a British Standard which specifies requirements for luminaire supporting couplers (LSCs) comprising LSC plugs and LSC outlets for use in final circuits.
The requirements specified in BS 6972 have particular reference to safety in normal use. BS 6972 is applicable to LSCs intended for either:
- The mechanical and electrical connection and disconnection of luminaires suspended by flexible cords up to a maximum supported load of 5 kg; or
- The mechanical and electrical connection and disconnection and direct mechanical support of luminaires, i.e. other than by a flexible cord.
Who is BS 6972 - Requirements for luminaire supporting couplers for?
BS 6972 on requirements for luminaire supporting couplers is helpful for:
- Manufacturing factories
- Research and experimentation laboratories
- Telecommunication industries
- Hospitals and medical institutions
- Domestic requirements
Why should you use BS 6972 - Requirements for luminaire supporting couplers?
Having access to reliable guidelines is essential to prepare and use quality luminaire supporting couplers. BS 6972 provides manufacturers with the conditions of use, general requirements, dimensions and requirements for type testing which allows them to effectively manufacture and test luminaire supporting couplers.
BS 6972 provides users with efficient and standardized luminaire supporting couplers for domestic, industrial and commercial use.
