ANSI C136 Standards Update

Presented by
Rick Kauffman
Kauffman Consulting, LLC 1
 American National Standards for
Street and Area Lighting Equipment
C136.15 Field Identification
C136.25 Ingress Protection
C136.35 Ancillary Devices (LEAD)
C136.37 LED Luminaires
C136.38 Induction Lighting
C136.40 Solar Lighting Systems
C136.41 Controls (Dimming, Receptacle)
C136.42 LED Retro-fit
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ANSI C136.15-2011 Field Identification
Scope
The intent of this standard is to provide a simple, uniform
method for identifying the type and wattage rating of a
luminaire used for roadway and area lighting.

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ANSI C136.15-2011 Field Identification

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ANSI C136.15-2011
Field Identification

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ANSI C136.15-2011
Field
Black print
on white
background.

Identification

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ANSI C136.15-2011
Field Identification

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ANSI C136.25-2009 Ingress Protection
Resistance to dust, solid objects,
and moisture for luminaire
enclosures.
 Based on IEC 60529 (Electrical
Enclosures) and IEC 60598-1
(Luminaires).
 Refers to IEC 60529 for testing
procedures. 8
ANSI C136.25-2009 Ingress Protection

Code IP-XX

First digit 0 to 6
(dust and solid objects)

Second digit 0 to 8
(moisture)
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ANSI C136.25-2009 Ingress Protection

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ANSI C136.25-2009 Ingress Protection

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ANSI C136.25-2009 Ingress Protection

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ANSI C136.25-2009 Ingress Protection

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 ANSI C136.35-2009 Ancillary Devices
Luminaire Electrical Ancillary Devices (LEAD)
This standard covers the electrical and mechanical
interchangeability of electrical devices mounted on or in
luminaires, brackets, or remotely mounted on the support
structure of the luminaire and that may draw power from the
luminaire. These devices are used in conjunction with
roadway and area lighting luminaires and may be mounted
or plugged into the photocontrol receptacle. This standard
does not cover such things as flag banners, flower
containers, or decorative holiday/seasonal lights.

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ANSI C136.35-2009 Ancillary Devices

References to ANSI C136.2 Voltage

Classification
 Dielectric Withstand, 600 volt class

References to ANSI C136.31 Vibration

 Shall not compromise the original integrity
of the luminaire.
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ANSI C136.35-2009 Ancillary Devices
References to ANSI C136.10 Locking-
type Photocontrols
 Receptacle mounted devices must meet
plug (contacts)physical requirements.
 Receptacle mounted devices must be
rated accordingly.
 Environmental ratings in accordance
with tests identified within.
 Humidity Test
 Rain Test
 Surge Test 16
ANSI C136.35-2009 Ancillary Devices
References to UL 773 Plug-In Locking Type
Photocontrols
 Ultraviolet
and water exposure test (enclosure)
 Low temperature test (enclosure)
 Outdoor exposure (external electrical leads)
References to FCC, C.F.R. Title 47
Requirements
 Radiated emissions

Misc. Requirements
 Electrical leads insulation rated for 150ºC min. 17
ANSI C136.37-2011 LED Luminaires
This standard defines interchangeability of and some
requirements for solid state light (SSL) source
fixtures (also referred to as luminaires and/or LED
(light-emitting diode) fixtures).

Most requirements consistent with those for

other C136 equipment.

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ANSI C136.37-2011 LED Luminaires
Operating Temperature

A luminaire built to this standard shall be able

to operate without reduced life or output from
its L70 rating (between -20ºC and +25ºC
ambient temperature), or as specified by the user.

The luminaire shall be capable of operating

in a 40°C ambient with no permanent damage.
Manufacturers may provide lifetime ratings in
hours at other ambient operating temperatures
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ANSI C136.37-2011 LED Luminaires
Surge Protection
5.3 The luminaire shall be protected from damage
or consequential damage for surge-test waveforms.
This is defined in ANSI/IEEE C62.41.2-2002
(Tables 1 and 4) for Location Category C in both
high and low exposures. High Exposure is defined
as a surge with an open circuit voltage of 10KV at
1.2/50 microseconds and a short circuit current of
10KA. Low Exposure is defined as 6KV at 8/20
microseconds and a short circuit current of 3KA.
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ANSI C136.37-2011 LED Luminaires
Correlated Color Temperature

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 ANSI C136.37-2011 LED Luminaires
Ratings (provided with luminaire)
a) Initial lumen output of the fixture at 25ºC ambient temperature
b) LED life at L70 lumen rating (as calculated per IES Guidelines),
shall be a minimum of 50,000 hours or as specified by the user
c) Light distribution as defined by IES RP-8
d) Fixture labeling shall be to ANSI C136.22
e) BUG ratings as defined in IES TM-15 Addendum
f) Maximum wattage input at 25ºC
g) Correlated Color Temperature of light output
h) Operating ambient temperature range
i) Input voltage and frequency ranges
j) If section 5.3 test for high surge is met by fixture,
“High Surge Rated” awarded
k) Weight
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l) EPA
 ANSI C136.37-2011 LED Luminaires

Ingress Protection
The LED Array shall be protected to a
minimum rating of IP65 per ANSI C136.25.
The electrical assembly or electrical
compartment shall be rated a minimum of
IP54--unless the individual internal
electronic components are sealed to at least
IP54 (or damp location).
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ANSI C136.38-2009 Induction Lighting
Basic requirements
 Specify maximum allowable
operating temperatures:
 HF Generator case, test point
 Power coupler, test point
 Comply with FCC Title 47, Part 18,
Subpart C.
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ANSI C136.40-2011 Solar Lighting
Systems

Scope
This standard defines the electrical and mechanical
requirements of dc only solar-type light systems for
use in roadway and area lighting equipment.

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 ANSI C136.40-2011
Solar Lighting Systems

IEC 61215
PV Panels

NEMA 250-2008
Enclosures

IEC 61427
Battery
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 ANSI C136.40-2011 Solar Lighting
Systems
Light Source Requirements
 Batteries
 Solar Panels
 Power Controls
 Inverters/Converters
 NEMA Type 3R Enclosure
 Operating Temperature Range:
-40ºF to +140ºF (recommended
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ANSI C136.40-2011 Solar Lighting Systems
Internal Labeling
The system shall be provided with one or more permanently affixed,
readily visible, durable nameplate or label that includes, as a minimum,
the following information:
a) Manufacturer’s name and catalog and model numbers
b) Date of manufacture
c) Input voltage
d) Operating voltage
e) Operating or starting current, whichever is greater
f) Descriptive wiring diagram and basic operating guidance
g) Lamp type, wattage, and voltage, if applicable
h) Ballast type, if applicable
i) Amp-hour capacity of battery system
j) Maximum weight of battery enclosure if post-mounted
k) Applicable agency approvals (UL, CSA, CE, ANSI, etc.) 30
ANSI C136.41-20XX Dimming Control
Scope
This standard describes methods of light level
control between an external locking type
photocontrol (or similar device) and a ballast
or driver.

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ANSI C136.41-20XX Dimming Control

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ANSI C136.41-20XX Dimming Control

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ANSI C136.41-20XX Dimming Control

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ANSI C136.42-20XX LED Retro-fit

SSL Cobra Head Retrofit

Mechanical and Electrical
Interchangeability

Ref. ANSI C136.17-1985

(R1995, R2005, R2010)

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ANSI C136.42-20XX LED Retro-fit

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Kauffman Consulting, LLC
3280 Emma Marie Place
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