GB/T 30117.7-2026Photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems - Part 7: Light sources and luminaires primarily emitting visible radiation (English PDF)

Foreword

This document complies with the provisions of GB/T 1.1-2020 "Standardization Work Guidelines Part 1: Structure and Drafting Rules of Standardization Documents".

Drafting.

This document is Part 7 of GB/T 30117.GB/T 30117 has the following parts published.

---Photobiological safety of incoherent light products - Part 1: General requirements;

---Photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems, Part 2: Guidance on manufacturing requirements related to safety of non-laser light radiation;

---Photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems Part 3: Guidelines for the safe use of high-intensity pulsed light source devices for the human body;

---Photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems - Part 4: Measurement methods;

---Photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems, Part 5: Projectors;

---Photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems - Part 6: Ultraviolet lamp products;

---Photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems Part 7: Light sources and luminaires that primarily emit visible radiation.

This document is equivalent to IEC 62471-7:2023 "Photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems - Part 7: Light emitting primarily visible radiation".

Sources and lighting fixtures.

The following minimal editorial changes have been made to this document.

---Incorporates amendments to IEC 62471-7:2023/COR1.2023; the relevant clauses are indicated by vertical margins.

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---Incorporates amendments to IEC 62471-7:2023/COR2.2024; the relevant clauses are indicated by vertical margins.

The double lines (||) are marked;

---Incorporates amendments to IEC 62471-7:2023/ISH1.2025; the relevant clauses are indicated by vertical margins.

The double lines (||) are used to indicate this.

---Notes have been added to Appendix B to explain the corresponding national standards for relevant international standards.

Please note that some content in this document may involve patents. The issuing organization of this document assumes no responsibility for identifying patents.

This document was proposed by the China National Light Industry Council.

This document was prepared by the National Technical Committee on Standardization of Lighting Appliances (SAC/TC224) and the National Technical Committee on Standardization of Optical Radiation Safety and Laser Equipment.

It is jointly managed by the Technical Committee (SAC/TC284).

Introduction

The main element of the document title in the IEC 62471 series uses "lamp and lamp system", but in the supplementary element of the document title in Part 7...

The term "light source and luminaire" has been changed. This is because the introduction of new LED technology has led to changes in the characteristics of the light-emitting components; therefore, "electric light source" and "luminaire" are used instead.

Replaces old terminology.

"Electric light source" is a general term for products that produce light, which also includes "lamp" (i.e., a light source with a lamp holder system).

"Luminaire" is a basic term (see 845-30-001 in GB/T 2900.65-2023), referring to the distribution, transmission, or alteration of at least one type of light radiation.

The device that emits light, including all the necessary components for fixing and protecting the source, as well as the necessary circuitry and connections to the power source.

The device, but not the source itself.

When luminaires are designed and manufactured in accordance with the requirements of this document, it can be assumed that they will operate safely under normal use and will not cause [damage/harm].

Photobiological hazards. The compliance of luminaires can be verified by applying the assessment procedures described in this document.

The light source may be interchangeable or it may be a non-removable part of the lamp fixture. If the light source is a non-removable part of the lamp fixture, then the lamp...

The device can also be considered a light source system (corresponding to a lamp system).

This document covers most electric light sources and luminaires within its scope, taking into account their spectrum, light distribution, light intensity, and natural avoidance response—for example for example, people generally do not look directly at bright light sources, so there is no photobiological hazard. However, there are still some light sources and lamps that emit light radiation...

Radiation exposure may have adverse health effects. The International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) has published guidelines and regulations regarding broadband optical radiation sources.

A series of exposure limits for photobiological hazards were established.

This document introduces a new evaluation procedure to address a variety of lighting applications, including object and scene lighting applications as well as signal applications.

This new method employs revised time bases (and emission limits) related to intentional or unintentional direct viewing of luminaires, as well as those depending on the application.

The evaluation distance used. These emission limits are based on ICNIRP's exposure limits.

This document employs a complete procedure to cover the wavelength range of.200nm to 3000nm as described in IEC 62471.

It poses a photobiological hazard.

This assessment procedure is product- and application-specific and will provide a pass/fail result for a particular product in a given application.

GB/T 30117 is proposed to consist of the following parts.

---Photobiological Safety of Incoherent Optical Products - Part 1: General Requirements. The purpose is to standardize the photobiological safety of incoherent optical products.

The assessment requirements, hazard types, emission limits, risk level classifications, risk labels, and safety control measures.

---Photobiological Safety of Lamps and Lamp Systems Part 2: Guidance on Manufacturing Requirements Related to Non-Laser Light Radiation Safety. The purpose is to provide guidance on...

The basic principles for the safety requirements of optical radiation in non-laser products are established to guide the relevant general product specifications in stipulating safety requirements.

---Photobiological Safety of Lamps and Lamp Systems Part 3: Safe Use Guidelines for High-Pulse Light Source Devices to Humans. The purpose is to...

Provide guidance on establishing safety measures and procedures to protect people exposed to light radiation hazards and related dangers.

---Photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems, Part 4: Measurement methods. The purpose is to standardize the measurement of photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems.

Test conditions and test methods.

---Photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems, Part 5: Projectors. The purpose is to specify the photobiological safety of light emitted by projectors.

All requirements.

---Photobiological Safety of Lamps and Lamp Systems Part 6: Ultraviolet Lamp Products. The purpose is to regulate the manufacturing of ultraviolet lamp products.

The manufacturing, installation, use, and human protection of related products are all ensured to guarantee the safety of light radiation when using them.

---Photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems Part 7: Light sources and luminaires that primarily emit visible radiation. The purpose is to specify the main...

Photobiological safety requirements for light sources and luminaires that emit visible radiation.

Photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems Part 7: Light Sources and Lamps that Primarily Emits Visible Radiation

1 Scope

This document specifies the photobiological safety assessment of electric light sources and luminaires under normal operating conditions, as well as some basic product requirements.

Electro-optical devices that emit radiation primarily within the visible light spectrum (380nm~780nm) for use in space or object illumination, or as signals.

Light source and lighting fixtures.

Electric light sources and luminaires designed to emit visible light may also emit ultraviolet (UV) and infrared (IR) light, depending on the technology used.

Therefore, this document covers the hazards of light radiation in the wavelength range of.200nm to 3000nm, including retinal blue light hazards and retinal heat hazards.

Hazards include photochemical ultraviolet radiation, A-band ultraviolet radiation, infrared radiation to the eyes, and radiant heat to the skin.

This document does not include those whose main emission wavelength range is outside the visible light spectrum (380nm~780nm) (e.g., ultraviolet sterilizers or...).

Electric light sources and lamps for industrial heaters.

Electric light sources used for lighting purposes are considered as continuous light sources for photobiological safety assessments, including the use of pulse width modulation.

(PWM) light source.

This document also applies to the lighting function of multi-functional lighting equipment, which also has functions other than lighting. For non-lighting functions, please refer to [the relevant documentation].

Consider other standards.

This document also applies to light sources and lamps that emit visible light in situations where the presence of people is not restricted (e.g., gardening).

This document also applies to laser products that meet the conditions in section 4.4 of GB/T 7247.1-2024 and are used for lighting or signaling.

Note 1.Other requirements for laser products are specified in GB/T 7247.1-2024.

This document aims to provide a reference for assessing photobiological safety in specific product standards, and specifies the photobiological safety assessment in those standards.

And other details of the data report.

Note 2.When the product is circulated in the Chinese market, the relevant labeling information can be found in GB 43471, GB 43472, and GB 44703.

2 Normative references

The contents of the following documents, through normative references within the text, constitute essential provisions of this document. Dated citations are not included.

For references to documents, only the version corresponding to that date applies to this document; for undated references, the latest version (including all amendments) applies.

This document.

GB/T 30117.5-2019 Photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems - Part 5: Projectors (IEC 62471-5:2015, IDT) Part 845: Lighting] Note. GB/T 2900.65-2023 Electrical Engineering Terminology - Lighting (IEC 60050-845:2020, IDT) IEC 60598-1:2020 Luminaires - Part 1: General requirements and tests Note. GB/T 7000.1-2023 Luminaires – Part 1: General requirements and tests (IEC 60598-1:2020, MOD)