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IEC 60598-2-24:2026 published — updated requirements for limited-surface-temperature luminaires
The new edition of IEC 60598-2-24:2026 has been officially published. It specifies essential safety requirements for luminaires intended for use where combustible dust or flammable materials are present, necessitating strict control of enclosure surface temperatures to prevent fire or ignition. The revision aligns test methods and construction requirements with recent developments in industrial and specialist lighting and with the latest edition of the general standard CEI EN 60598-1:2024. Publication of the EN and subsequent CEI standard will follow as formal steps, after unanimous positive votes. ASSIL members can contact the Technical Area for clarification.
AI GeneratedThe new edition of the IEC 60598-2-24:2026 standard (Luminaires – Part 2-24: Particular requirements – Luminaires with limited surface temperatures) has officially been published.
The standard establishes essential safety requirements for luminaires intended for use in environments where the presence of combustible dust or flammable materials requires strict control of enclosure surface temperatures to prevent fire or ignition hazards.
Key Updates and Areas of Application
The revision of IEC 60598-2-24 reflects technological advancements in the industrial and specialized lighting sectors, aligning testing methods and construction requirements with the latest editions of the general standard CEI EN 60598-1:2024.
The publication of the EN standard and the subsequent CEI standard will take a little longer, although these are expected to be merely formal steps, as the revision has received 100% approval in the voting process.
