BS EN 60598-2-13 is a part of the BS EN 60598 series that discusses particular requirements of ground recessed luminaires for Luminaires. The luminaire's function is to direct light to appropriate locations, without causing glare or discomfort.
BS EN 60598-2-13 specifies requirements for ground recessed luminaires incorporating electric light sources for operation from supply voltages up to 1 000 V, for indoor or outdoor use, e.g., in gardens, yards, carriageways, parking lots, cycleways, footways, pedestrian areas, swimming pools areas outside zones for SELV, nurseries and similar applications.
Note: BS EN 60598-2-13 does not cover ground recessed luminaires for motorised roads and airfields already specified in IEC 618272.
BS EN 60598-2-13 on luminaires applies to:
A luminaire is a complete lighting unit, comprised of a light source (lamp or lamps), together with the parts that distribute the light, position and protect the lamps, and connect the lamps to the power supply. Ground recessed luminaire is a luminaire suitable to be installed in the ground, having the supply connections and electrical components located below ground level.
BS EN 60598-2-13 provides you with the guidance for the resistance to thermal shock where the glass cover is resistant to the effect of thermal shock. It also provides you with protection against electric shock, endurance tests and thermal tests.
With obedience and compliance to BS EN 60598-2-13, you can efficiently manufacture high-quality Ground recessed luminaires. BS EN 60598-2-13 provides you with comprehensive guidance that helps in the manufacturing of luminaires products.
EN 60519-1:2011
EN 60598-2-13:2006/A2:2016
IEC 60598-2-13:2006
IEC 60598-2-13:2006/AMD2:2016