BS EN 61995-1:2008+A11:2021 - Page 2

Devices for the connection of luminaires for household and similar purposes. General requirements | Status: Current, Under review

1 Scope This standard applies to devices for the connection of luminaires (DCL) intended for household and similar purposes, for the electrical connection of fixed luminaires of class I or class II to final circuits rated at not more than 16 A without providing a mechanical support for the luminaire. DCLs are intended for use according to their IP rating per EN 60529. Outlets have an earthing contact and a rated current of 6 A, plugs are rated at 6 A. The rated voltage is 250 V at 50 Hz .

NOTE 1 This standard does not cover integrated DCL-plugs (under consideration).

This standard can also be applied to types other than those with standardised interface.

NOTE 2 Void.

DCL plugs and DCL outlets complying with this standard are suitable for use under the following conditions:

• ‒ an ambient temperature not normally exceeding 25 °C, but occasionally reaching 35 °C;

  NOTE 3 The effect of the heat generated by the luminaire may affect the ambient temperature local to the DCL.

• ‒ a temperature not exceeding 70 °C at the terminals of the DCL outlet including the effect of heat generated by the luminaire and the passage of current.

  NOTE 4 The requirements and tests of this standard may also be used as a guide when testing DCL's which have different interface configurations or ratings.