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Description / Abstract:
Scope and purpose
This standard describes the procedures to be followed and the
precautions to be observed in measuring the electrical
characteristics of high intensity discharge lamps as specified in
the American National Standard Specifications for Mercury (Hg),
High-pressure Sodium (HPS) and Metal Halide (MH) Lamps, as
referenced in clause 2, Normative references. 1
It is the purpose of this standard to outline methods of
measurement that will make it possible to obtain reproducible and
accurate measurements of High Intensity Discharge lamp
characteristics.
Deviations from the procedures given in this standard are
permissible for production or other testing, provided that the
methods used give results in substantial agreement with the methods
given herein. In cases of doubt, reference shall be made to the
methods specified in the appropriate American National standard,
referenced in clause 2, to establish the validity of the results
obtained by any alternate procedure.
1 In the absence of an appropriate lamp standard,
consult with particular lamp manufacturer offering the lamp in
question