Regulation No. 148-00 Proposal
Name: | Regulation No. 148-00 Proposal |
Description: | Light-signalling Devices (LSD). Proposal. |
Official Title: | Proposal for a New UN Regulation on Light-signalling Devices (LSD) - Regulation No. 148-00 - Uniform Provisions Concerning the Approval of Light-signalling Devices (Lamps) for Power-driven Vehicles and their Trailers. |
Country: | ECE - United Nations |
Date of Issue: | 2018-08-15 |
Amendment Level: | Original |
Number of Pages: | 62 |
Vehicle Types: | Agricultural Tractor, Bus, Car, Component, Heavy Truck, Light Truck, Motorcycle, Trailer |
Subject Categories: | Drafts and Proposals (Historical) |
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ECE/TRANS/WP.29/2018/157
PROPOSAL FOR A NEW UN REGULATION ON
LIGHT-SIGNALLING DEVICES (LSD)
(ECE 148-00)
ADOPTED AT THE 177 SESSION – MARCH 2019
PROVISIONAL DATE OF ENTRY INTO FORCE: NOVEMBER 15, 2019
INTRODUCTION
This Regulation combines the provisions of individual UN Regulations Nos. 4, 6, 7, 23, 38, 50, 77, 87
and 91 into a single Regulation, and is the outcome of the World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle
Regulations (WP.29) decision to simplify the lighting and light-signalling Regulations based on the initial
proposal by the European Union and Japan.
The objective of this Regulation is to increase the clarity, to consolidate and streamline the complexity of
requirements in UN Regulations Nos. 4, 6, 7, 23, 38, 50, 77, 87 and 91 and to prepare for the future
transition to performance based requirements, by reducing the number of Regulations through an
editorial exercise without changing any of the detailed technical requirements already in force up to the
date of entry into force of this Regulation.
Although this Regulation departs from the traditional approach of having a separate Regulation for each
lamp, by combining all light signalling lamps into a single Regulation, this simplified Regulation contains
all provisions and operates according to the existing structure of series of amendments, their transitional
provisions and supplements. The transitional provisions associated with a new series of amendments to
this Regulation will be identified for each device as applicable, this also includes a list of devices and
their applicable change indexes relating to the series of amendments.
It is expected that all Contracting Parties to the 1958 Agreement will adopt this Regulation and will
provide detailed explanation in case they are not in a position to adopt particular lamps. These decisions
will be registered in ECE/TRANS/WP.29/343 that records the status of the annexed Regulations and of
the amendments.
Regarding the requirements for approval markings, this Regulation includes the requirements for the use
of the "Unique Identifier" and is conditional upon access to a secure internet database established by
UNECE (in accordance with Schedule 5 of the 1958 Agreement) where all type approval documentation
is held. When the "Unique Identifier" is used there is no requirement for the lamps to carry the
conventional type approval markings (E-mark). If it is technically not possible to use the "Unique
Identifier" (e.g. if the access to the UNECE internet database cannot be secured or the database is not
operational), the use of conventional type approval markings is required until the use of the "Unique
Identifier" is enabled.
Nevertheless, direction indicators capable of being activated in different modes (sequential
or not) without any modification of the optical characteristics of the lamp do not constitute
"Direction indicators of different types".
A change of the colour of the light source or the colour of any filter does not constitute a
change of type.
3. ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS
3.1. Application for Approval
3.1.1. The application for type approval shall be submitted by the holder of the trade name or mark
or by his duly accredited representative.
3.1.2. It shall be accompanied by:
3.1.2.1. Drawings, sufficiently detailed to permit identification of the type and, if applicable, of the
category of the lamp, showing:
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
Geometrically in what position(s) the lamp (and if applicable for Category S3 or S4
stop lamps the rear window) may be mounted on the vehicle;
The axis of observation to be taken as the axis of reference in the tests (horizontal
angle H = 0°, vertical angle V = 0°); and the point to be taken as the centre of
reference during the tests;
The limit of the apparent surface of the function(s);
The position and arrangement intended for the approval marking according to
Paragraph 3.3.2. or the "Unique Identifier";
In case of light-emitting diode (LED) module(s) also the space reserved for the
specific identification code(s) of the module(s);
In the case of an interdependent lamp system, the interdependent lamp or the
combination of interdependent lamps that fulfil the relevant requirements.
3.1.2.2. A brief technical description stating in particular, with the exception of lamps with
non-replaceable light sources:
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
The category or categories of filament light source(s) prescribed; this filament light
source category shall be one of those contained in Regulation No. 37;
The category or categories of LED light source(s) prescribed; this LED light source
category shall be one of those contained in Regulation No. 128;
The light source module specific identification code;
In the case of a Category S3 or S4 stop lamp, which is intended to be mounted inside
the vehicle, the technical description shall contain the specification of the optical
properties (transmission, colour, inclination, etc.) of the rear window(s).
3.2. APPROVAL
3.2.1. A separate approval is required for each lamp listed in Paragraph 1.
3.2.2. When two or more lamps are part of the same unit of grouped, combined or reciprocally
incorporated lamps, approval may be granted only if each of these lamps satisfy the
provisions set out in this Regulation or in another Regulation. Lamps not satisfying the
provisions of any of those Regulations shall not be part of such unit of grouped, combined or
reciprocally incorporated lamps.
3.2.3. If the type of lamp(s) submitted for approval in pursuance of Paragraph 3.1. meets the
requirements of this Regulation, approval shall be granted. All the devices of an
interdependent lamp system must be submitted for type approval by the same applicant.
3.2.3.1. Notice of approval or of extension or refusal or withdrawal of approval or production
definitely discontinued of a type of a lamp pursuant to this Regulation shall be
communicated to the Contracting Parties to the 1958 Agreement which apply this
Regulation, by means of a form conforming to the model in Annex 1;
3.2.3.2. An approval number shall be assigned to each type of lamp approved and shall be indicated
for each lamp in the communication form in Annex 1.
A contracting party may assign the same approval number to light-signalling devices or
systems incorporating a number of lamps but shall not assign the same number to another
type of lamp of the same function.
3.2.4. The symbols identifying the light signalling lamp (function) for which type approval has been
granted
Table 1
List of Symbols (Full List is Provided in Annex 1 "Communication")
Lamp (function) Symbol Paragraph
Daytime running lamp RL 5.4.
Front direction indicator lamp to be installed at a distance of at
least 20mm from passing beam headlamp or front fog lamp
Front direction indicator lamp to be installed at any distance from
passing beam headlamp or front fog lamp
Front direction indicator lamp to be installed at a distance of at
least 40mm from passing beam headlamp or front fog lamp
Direction indicators for the front of the Category L vehicle for use
at a distance of at least 75mm from the passing beam headlamp
Direction indicators for the front of the Category L vehicle for use
at a distance of at least 40mm from the passing beam headlamp;
Direction indicators for the front of the Category L vehicle for use
at a distance of at least 20mm from the passing beam headlamp;
1a
5.6.
1b
5.6.
1
5.6.
11
5.6.
11a
5.6.
11b
5.6.
3.2.5. The applicable change indexes for each device relating to the series of amendments shall
be as follows (see also Paragraph 6.1.1.):
Table 2
Series of Amendments and Change Index
Series of amendments to the Regulation 00
Function (Lamp)
Daytime running lamp 0
Front direction indicator lamp 0
Front direction indicator lamp (Vehicle Category L) 0
Front end-outline marker lamp 0
Front position lamp 0
Front position lamp (Vehicle Category L) 0
Manoeuvring lamp 0
Parking lamp 0
Rear direction indicator lamp 0
Rear direction indicator lamp (Vehicle Category L) 0
Rear end-outline marker lamp 0
Rear fog lamp 0
Rear position lamp 0
Rear position lamp (Vehicle Category L) 0
Rear-registration plate illuminating lamp 0
Rear-registration plate illuminating lamp (Vehicle
Category L)
Reversing lamp 0
Side direction indicator lamp 0
Side marker lamp 0
Stop lamp 0
Stop lamp (Vehicle Category L) 0
Stop lamp (central high mounted) 0
Change Index for the specific
function (lamp)
3.3.3. The approval marking may be replaced by the Unique Identifier (UI), if available. The
Unique Identifier mark shall follow the format in the example shown below:
Figure I
Unique Identifier
The above Unique Identifier marked on the lamp shows that the type concerned has been
approved and that the relevant information on that type approval can be accessed on the
UN secure internet database by using 270650 as the Unique Identifier.
3.3.4. Marking Requirements
Lamps submitted for approval shall:
3.3.4.1. Comprise a space of sufficient size for the approval marking or the Unique Identifier.
3.3.4.1.1. In any case the approval marking or the Unique Identifier shall be visible when the lamp is
fitted on the vehicle or when a movable part such as the hood or boot lid or a door is
opened.
3.3.4.1.2. The approval marking shall be placed on an inner or outer part (transparent or not) of the
lamp which cannot be separated from the transparent part of the lamp emitting the light.
3.3.4.2. Bear the trade name or mark of the applicant; this marking shall be clearly legible and
indelible.
3.3.4.3. With the exception of lamps with non-replaceable light sources, bear a clearly legible and
indelible marking indicating:
(a)
(b)
The category or categories of light source(s) prescribed; and/or
The light source module specific identification code.
3.3.4.4. In the case of lamps with:
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
An electronic light source control gear; or
A variable luminous intensity control; and/or
A secondary operating mode; and/or
Non-replaceable light sources; and/or
Light source module(s);
Bear marking of the rated voltage or the range of voltage;
3.4. Modifications of a Type of Lamp for Motor Vehicles and their Trailers and Extension
of Approval
3.4.1. Every modification of a type of lamp shall be notified to the Type Approval Authority which
approved the type. The Authority may then either:
3.4.1.1. Consider that the modifications made are unlikely to have an appreciable adverse effect and
that in any case the lamp still complies with the requirements; or
3.4.1.2. Require a further test report from the technical service responsible for conducting the tests.
3.4.2. Confirmation or refusal of approval, specifying the alterations, shall be communicated by the
procedure specified in Paragraph 3.2.3.1. to the Contracting Parties to the 1958 Agreement
applying this Regulation.
3.4.3. The Type Approval Authority issuing the extension of approval shall assign a series number
for such an extension and inform thereof the other Contracting Parties to the
1958 Agreement applying the UN Regulation under which the approval has been granted by
means of a communication form conforming to the model in Annex 1.
3.5. Conformity of Production
The conformity of production procedures shall comply with those set out in the
1958 Agreement, Schedule 1 (E/ECE/TRANS/505/Rev.3), with the following requirements:
3.5.1. Lamps shall be so manufactured as to conform to the type approved under this Regulation.
The compliance with the requirements set forth in Paragraphs 4. and 5. shall be verified as
follows:
3.5.1.1. The minimum requirements for conformity of production control procedures set forth in
Annex 4 shall be complied with;
3.5.1.2. The minimum requirements for sampling by an inspector set forth in Annex 5 shall be
complied with;
3.5.2. The authority which has granted type approval may at any time verify the conformity control
methods applied in each production facility. The normal frequency of these verifications
shall be once every two years.
3.5.3. In the case of non-replaceable filament light source(s) or light source module(s) equipped
with non-replaceable filament light source(s), the applicant shall annex to the type approval
documentation a report, acceptable to the Authority responsible for type approval that
demonstrates compliance of these non-replaceable filament light source with the
requirements as specified in Paragraph 4.11. of IEC 60809, Edition 3.
3.6. Penalties for Non-conformity of Production
3.6.1. The approval granted may be withdrawn if the requirements in this Regulation are not met;
3.6.2. If a Contracting Party to the 1958 Agreement which applies this Regulation withdraws an
approval it has previously granted, it shall forthwith so notify the other Contracting Parties
applying this Regulation, by means of a communication form conforming to the model in
Annex 1.
4.3. Light Sources:
4.3.1. In the case of replaceable light source(s):
4.3.1.1. The lamp shall only be equipped with light source(s) approved according to UN Regulation
No. 37 and/or UN Regulation No. 128, provided that no restriction on the use is made in
UN Regulation No. 37 and its series of amendments in force at the time of application for
type approval or in UN Regulation No. 128 and its series of amendments in force at the time
of application for type approval.
4.3.1.2. In the case of a light source category or categories or type(s) is restricted for use in lamps
on vehicles in use and originally equipped with such lamps, the applicant for type approval
of the lamp shall declare that the lamp is only intended for installation on those vehicles; this
shall be noted in the communication form in Annex 1.
4.3.1.3. The design of the lamp shall be such that the light source(s) can be fixed in no other
position but the correct one.
4.3.1.4. The light source(s) holder shall conform to the characteristics given in IEC Publication 60061.
The holder data sheet relevant to the category of light source(s) used, applies.
4.3.2. In the case of light source modules, it shall be checked that:
4.3.2.1. The design of the light source module(s) shall be such as:
(a)
(b)
That each light source module can only be fitted in no other position than the
designated and correct one and can only be removed with the use of tool(s);
If there are more than one light source module used in the housing for a lamp, light
source modules having different characteristics cannot be interchanged within the
same lamp housing.
4.3.2.2. The light source module(s) shall be tamperproof.
4.3.2.3. A light source module shall be so designed that regardless of the use of tool(s), it shall not
be mechanically interchangeable with any replaceable approved light source.
4.3.2.4. In the case of non-replaceable filament light source(s) or light source module(s) equipped
with non-replaceable filament light source(s), the applicant shall annex to the type approval
documentation a report, acceptable to the Authority responsible for type approval, that
demonstrates compliance of these non-replaceable filament light source(s) with the
requirements as specified in Paragraph 4.11. of IEC 60809, Edition 3.
4.4. Independent and Interdependent Lamps
4.4.1. An assembly of two independent lamps to be type approved as lamp marked "D" is
applicable to front and rear position lamps except for Categories MA, MR, stop lamps
except for Category MS, front and rear end-outline marker lamps and direction indicator
lamps except for Categories 11, 11a, 11b, 11c and 12;
4.4.2. An interdependent lamp system to be type approved as lamps marked "Y" is applicable to
front and rear position lamps, stop lamps, front and rear end-outline marker lamps, daytime
running lamps and direction indicator lamps of Categories 1, 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b.
4.6.1.5. The requirements of Paragraph 4.6.1.2. do not apply to registration plate lamps.
4.6.1.6. The requirements of Paragraph 4.6.1.2. (b) do not apply to stop- and position lamps for
vehicles of Category L.
4.6.2. In case of failure of the variable intensity control of:
(a) A rear position lamp Category R2 emitting more than the maximum value of Category R1;
(b)
A rear end-outline marker lamp Category RM2 emitting more than the maximum
value of Category RM1;
(c) A stop lamp Category S2 emitting more than the maximum value of Category S1;
(d) A stop lamp Category S4 emitting more than the maximum value of Category S3;
(e)
A direction indicator of Category 2b emitting more than the maximum value of
Category 2a;
(f) A rear fog lamp of Category F2 emitting more than the maximum value of Category F1.
Requirements of steady luminous intensity of the respective category shall be fulfilled
automatically.
4.7. Test Conditions
4.7.1. All measurements, photometric and colorimetric, shall be made:
4.7.1.1. In case of a lamp with replaceable light source, if not supplied by an electronic light source
control gear or a variable intensity control, with an uncoloured or coloured standard light
source of the category prescribed for the device, supplied with the voltage:
(a)
(b)
In the case of filament light source(s), that is necessary to produce the reference
luminous flux required for that Category of filament light source;
In the case of LED light source(s) of 6.75V, 13.5V or 28.0V; the luminous flux value
produced shall be corrected. The correction factor is the ratio between the objective
luminous flux and the value of the luminous flux found at the voltage applied.
4.7.1.2. In the case of a light source, which is operated independently from vehicle supply voltage
and fully controlled by the system, or in the case of a light source supplied by a special
power supply, the test voltage as specified by the applicant shall be applied to the input
terminals of the light source or 6.75V, 13.5V or 28.0V shall be applied to the input terminals
of that system/power supply. The test laboratory may require from the manufacturer this
special power supply needed to supply the light sources.
4.8. Photometric Measurements
4.8.1. Measurement Provisions
4.8.1.1. During photometric measurements, stray reflections shall be avoided by appropriate
masking.
4.8.1.2. In case the results of measurements should be challenged, measurements shall be carried
out in such a way as to meet the following requirements:
4.8.1.2.1. The distance of measurement shall be such that the law of the inverse of the square of the
distance is applicable;
4.8.1.2.2. The measuring equipment shall be such that the angular aperture of the receiver viewed
from the reference centre of the light is comprised between 10' and 1°;
4.8.1.2.3. The intensity requirement for a particular direction of observation shall be deemed to be
satisfied if that requirement is met in a direction deviating by not more than one-quarter of a
degree from the direction of observation.
4.8.1.3. In the case where the lamp may be installed on the vehicle in more than one or in a field of
different positions the photometric measurements shall be repeated for each position or for
the extreme positions of the field of the reference axis specified by the manufacturer.
4.8.2. Measurement Methods
4.8.2.1. The photometric performance shall be checked in accordance with the relevant
sub-paragraph of Paragraph 4.7.
4.8.2.2. For multiple replaceable light sources:
When equipped with light source(s) at 6.75V, 13.5V or 28.0V, the luminous intensity values
produced shall be corrected. For these replaceable filament light sources the correction
factor is the ratio between the reference luminous flux and the mean value of the luminous
flux found at the voltage applied (6.75V, 13.5V or 28.0V).
For LED light sources the correction factor is the ratio between the objective luminous flux and
the mean value of the luminous flux found at the voltage applied (6.75V, 13.5V or 28.0V).
The actual luminous fluxes of light source used shall not deviate more than 5% from the
mean value. Alternatively, and in case of filament light sources only, a standard filament
light source may be used in turn, in each of the individual positions, operated at its reference
flux, the individual measurements in each position being added together.
4.8.5. An interdependent lamp system shall meet the requirements when all its interdependent
lamps are operated together.
However:
(a)
(b)
If the interdependent lamp system providing the rear position lamp is partly mounted
on the fixed component and partly mounted on a movable component, the
interdependent lamp(s) specified by the applicant shall meet the outboard geometric
visibility colorimetric and photometric requirement, at all fixed positions of the
movable component(s). In this case, the inboard geometric visibility requirement is
deemed to be satisfied if this (these) interdependent lamp(s) still conform to the
photometric values prescribed in the field of light distribution for the approval of the
device, at all fixed positions of the moveable component(s);
If the interdependent lamp system providing the rear direction indicator function is
partly mounted on the fixed component and partly mounted on a movable component,
the interdependent lamp(s) specified by the applicant shall meet the geometric
visibility, colorimetric and photometric requirement, at all fixed positions of the
movable component(s). This does not apply to interdependent direction indicator
lamp(s) intended for fitting on vehicle(s) where, to fulfil or complete the geometric
visibility angle, additional lamps are activated when the movable component is in any
fixed open position, provided that these additional lamps satisfy all the position,
photometric and colorimetric requirements applicable to the direction indicator lamps
installed on the movable component.
4.8.6. The provisions of the relevant paragraphs of Annex 3 on local variations of intensity must be
observed.
4.8.7. If not otherwise specified, the intensities shall be measured with the light source
continuously alight and, in the case of lamps emitting red light, in coloured light.
4.8.8. In the case of lamps of Categories R2, RM2, S2, S4, F2 and 2b, the time that elapses
between energising the light source(s) and the light output measured on the reference axis
to reach 90% of the value measured in accordance with Paragraph 5 shall be measured for
the extreme levels of luminous intensity produced by the lamp. The time measured to obtain
the lowest luminous intensity shall not exceed the time measured to obtain the highest
luminous intensity.
4.8.9. The variable intensity control shall not generate signals which cause luminous intensities:
4.8.9.1. Outside the range specified in Paragraph 5; and
4.8.9.2. Exceeding the respective steady luminous intensity maximum specified in Paragraph 5 for
the specific lamp:
(a)
For systems depending only on daytime and night time conditions: under night time
conditions;
(b) For other systems: under standard conditions .
4.8.10. Particulars of the methods of measurement to be used are given in Annex 3.
5.1.2. Outside the reference axis and within the angular fields defined in the diagrams in Part A of
Annex 2, the intensity of the light emitted by each lamp must in each direction
corresponding to the points in the table of standard light distribution reproduced in
Paragraph 2. of Annex 3, be not less than the minimum specified in Paragraph 5.1.1.,
multiplied by the percentage specified in the said table of the direction in question.
5.1.3. Throughout the fields defined in the diagrams in Part A of Annex 2, the luminous intensity of
the light emitted must be not less than 0.05cd for front position lamps and front end-outline
marker lamps;
5.1.4. The colour of the light emitted shall be white, however the lamp identified by Symbol 'MA'
may be amber.
5.2. Technical requirements concerning rear position lamps (Symbols R1, R2, MR) and rear
end-outline marker lamps (Symbols RM1, RM2)
5.2.1. The light emitted by each of the two lamps supplied shall meet the requirements in Table 4.
Table 4
Luminous Intensities for Rear Position and Rear End-outline Marker Lamps
Rear position lamps, rear
end-outline marker lamp
Minimum luminous
intensity in HV
(values in cd)
Maximum luminous intensity in any
direction when used as (values in cd)
A single lamp
A lamp marked "D"
(Paragraph 3.3.2.5.2.)
R1 or RM1 (steady) 4 17 8.5
MR 4 17 N.A.
R2 or RM2 (variable) 4 42 21
5.2.2. Outside the reference axis and within the angular fields defined in the diagrams in Part A of
Annex 2, the intensity of the light emitted by each lamp must in each direction
corresponding to the points in the table of standard light distribution reproduced in
paragraph 2. of Annex 3, be not less than the minimum specified in Paragraph 5.2.1.,
multiplied by the percentage specified in the said table for the direction in question.
5.2.3. However, a luminous intensity of 60cd shall be permitted for rear position lamps reciprocally
incorporated with stop lamps below a plane forming an angle of 5° with and downward from
the horizontal plane;
5.2.4. Throughout the fields defined in the diagrams in Part A of Annex 2, the luminous intensity of
the light emitted must be not less than 0.05cd for rear position lamps and end-outline
marker lamps,
5.4. Technical Requirements Concerning Daytime Running Lamps (Symbols RL)
5.4.1. The light emitted by each of the two lamps supplied shall meet the requirements in Table 6.
Table 6
Luminous Intensities for Daytime Running Lamps
Minimum luminous intensity
in H-V (values in cd)
Maximum luminous intensity
in any direction (values in cd)
Daytime running lamps 400 1,200
5.4.2. Outside the reference axis the intensity of the light emitted by each lamp must, in each
direction corresponding to the points in the table of standard light distribution reproduced in
Paragraph 2 of Annex 3, be not less than the minimum specified in Paragraph 5.4.1.,
multiplied by the percentage specified in the said table of the direction in question.
5.4.3. Moreover, throughout the field defined in the diagram in Part A of Annex 2, the intensity of
the light emitted shall not be less than 1.0cd.
5.4.4. Light Source Failure
5.4.4.1. In the case of a daytime running lamp containing more than one light source, the daytime
running lamp shall comply with the minimum intensity required and the maximum intensity
shall not be exceeded when all light sources are activated.
5.4.4.2. In case of failure of any one light source in a single lamp containing more than one light
source, one of the following provisions shall apply:
(a) The light intensity at the points of standard light distribution defined in Paragraph 2.2.
of Annex 3 shall be at least 80% of the minimum intensity required; or
(b)
The light intensity in the axis of reference shall be at least 50% of the minimum
intensity required, provided that a note in the communication form states that the
lamp is only for use on a vehicle fitted with an operating tell-tale.
5.4.5. The colour of the light emitted shall be white.
5.4.6. The area of the apparent surface in the direction of the axis of reference of the daytime
running lamp shall be not less than 25cm and not more than 200cm .
5.4.7. The daytime running lamp shall be subjected to the heat resistance test specified in Annex 6.
5.6. Technical Requirements Concerning Direction-indicator Lamps (Symbols 1, 1a, 1b,
2a, 2b, 5, 6, 11, 11a, 11b, 11c, 12)
5.6.1. The light emitted by each of the two lamps supplied shall meet the requirements in Table 8
where the minimum luminous intensities shall be fulfilled:
(a)
(b)
In the case of direction indicators of Categories 1, 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 11, 11a, 11b, 11c
and 12 in the reference axis; or
In the case of direction indicators of categories 5 and 6 in direction A according to
Annex 2.
Direction indicator
lamp of category
Table 8
Luminous Intensities for Direction Indicator Lamps
Minimum luminous
intensity (values in cd)
Maximum luminous intensity in any
direction when used as (values in cd)
A single lamp
A lamp marked "D"
(Paragraph 3.3.2.5.2.)
1 175 1,000 500
1a 250 1,200 600
1b 400 1,200 600
2a (steady) 50 500 250
2b (variable) 50 1,000 500
5 0.6 280 140
6 50 280 140
11 90 1,000 N.A.
11a 175 1,000 N.A.
11b 250 1,200 N.A.
11c 400 1,200 N.A.
12 50 500 N.A.
5.6.2. Outside the reference axis the intensity of the light emitted by each lamp shall, in each
direction corresponding to the points in the table of standard light distribution reproduced in:
(a) Paragraph 2.1. of Annex 3 for Categories 1, 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 11, 11a, 11b, 11c and 12.;
or
(b) Paragraph 2.4. of Annex 3 for Category 6.
Be not less than the minimum specified in Paragraph 5.6.1., multiplied by the percentage
specified in the said table of the direction in question.
5.6.8. The variable intensity control shall not generate signals which cause luminous intensities
outside the range specified in Paragraph 5.6.1. and exceeding the Category 2a maximum
specified in Paragraph 5.6.1.:
(a)
For systems depending only on daytime and night time conditions: under night time
conditions;
(b) For other systems: under reference conditions as demonstrated by the
manufacturer.
5.6.9. The colour of the light emitted shall be amber. This requirement shall also apply within the
range of variable luminous intensity produced by rear direction indicator lamps of Category 2b.
5.6.10. For any direction indicator lamp except those equipped with filament light source(s), the
luminous intensities measured after one minute and after 30min of operation in flashing
mode (f = 1.5Hz, duty factor 50%), shall comply with the minimum and maximum
requirements. The luminous intensity distribution after one minute of operation can be
calculated by applying at each test point the ratio of luminous intensity measured in HV after
1min and after 30min of operation as above described.
5.6.11. For direction indicator lamps of Categories 1, 1a, 1b, 2a or 2b the flash may be produced by
sequential activation of their light sources if the following conditions are met:
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
Each light source, after its activation, shall remain lit until the end of the ON cycle;
The sequence of activation of the light sources shall produce a signal which proceeds
in a uniform progressive manner from inboard towards the outboard edge of the light
emitting surface;
It shall be one signal with no interruption and no vertical oscillations (e.g. not more
than one change of direction along the vertical axis). The distance between two
adjacent/tangential distinct parts of the light emitting surface of the sequential
direction indicator shall not exceed 50mm, when measured perpendicularly to the
reference axis, instead of the values defined in Paragraph 5.7.2. of UN Regulation 48.
These interruptions of the signal shall not create any overlap in the vertical axis
between the different parts, from inboard towards the outboard of the vehicle, and
shall not be used for any other lighting or light signalling functions;
The variation shall finish no more than 200ms after the beginning of the ON cycle;
The orthogonal projection of the light emitting surfaces of the direction indicator in the
direction of the axis of reference shall be circumscribed by a rectangle on a plane
normal to the axis of reference and having its longer sides parallel to the H-plane. The
ratio of the horizontal to the vertical sides shall not be less than 1.7.
Compliance to the conditions mentioned above shall be verified in flashing mode.
5.8. Technical Requirements Concerning Reversing Lamps (Symbols AR)
5.8.1. The light emitted by each of the two lamps supplied shall meet the requirements in Table 10.
Table 10
Luminous Intensities for Reversing Lamps
Minimum
luminous
intensity in H-V
(values in cd)
Maximum luminous intensity in any direction
(values in cd)
in or above the
h plane
below the h
plane, down to
5°D
below 5°D
Reversing lamps 80 300 600 8,000
5.8.2. In every other direction of measurement shown in Paragraph 2.5. of Annex 3, the luminous
intensity shall be not less than the minima specified in that Annex.
However, in the case where the reversing lamp is intended to be installed on a vehicle
exclusively in a pair of devices, the photometric intensity may be verified only up to an angle
of 30° inwards where a photometric value of at least 25cd shall be satisfied.
This condition shall be clearly explained in the application for approval and relating
documents (see Paragraph 3.1.).
Moreover, in the case where the type approval will be granted applying the condition above,
a statement in Paragraph 9.1.3. of the communication form (see Annex 1) will inform that
the device shall only be installed in a pair.
5.8.3. The colour of the light emitted shall be white.
5.9. Technical Requirements Concerning Rear Fog Lamps (Symbols F1, F2)
5.9.1. The light emitted by each of the two lamps supplied shall meet the requirements in Table 11.
Rear fog lamps of category
Table 11
Luminous Intensities for Rear Fog Lamps
Minimum luminous
intensity along the axis HH
and VV (values in cd)
Maximum luminous
intensity in any direction
(values in cd)
F1 (steady) 150 300
F2 (variable) 150 840
5.9.2. The minimum light intensity at all other points of standard light distribution is defined in
Paragraph 2.6. of Annex 3
5.11. Technical Requirements Concerning Rear-registration Plate Illuminating Lamps
(Symbol L, LM1)
5.11.1. The devices for the illumination of rear-registration plates of Categories 1a, 1b, 1c, 2a and 2b
shall be so constructed that the whole surface of the plate will be visible within the angles
given in Part D of Annex 2.
5.11.2. Measuring Procedure
The luminance measurements shall be made on a diffuse colourless surface with known
diffuse reflection factor . The diffuse colourless surface shall have the dimensions of the
registration plate or the dimension exceeding one measuring point. Its centre shall be
placed in the centre of the positions of the measuring points.
This (These) diffuse colourless surface(s) shall be placed in the position normally occupied
by the registration plate and 2mm in front of its holder.
Luminance measurements shall be made perpendicularly to the surface of the diffuse
colourless surface with the tolerance of 5° in each direction at the points shown in
Paragraph 3 of Annex 3, each point representing a circular area of 25mm in diameter. The
measured luminance shall be corrected for the diffuse reflection Factor 1.0.
5.11.3. Photometric Characteristics
At each of the points of measurement shown in Paragraph 3 of Annex 3, the Luminance B
shall be at least
(a) For Categories 1a, 1b, 1c, 2a and 2b equal to 2.5cd/m ;
(b) For Categories 1 and 2 equal to 2.0cd/m .
The gradient of the luminance between the values B1 and B2, measured at any two Points 1
and 2 selected from among those mentioned above, shall not exceed 2 × Bo/cm, Bo being
the minimum luminance measured at the various points, i.e.:
5.11.4. The colour of the light emitted shall be sufficiently colourless not to cause any appreciable
change in the colour of the registration plate.
ANNEX 1
COMMUNICATION
(Maximum format: A4 (210 × 297mm))
issued by:
Name of Administration:
……………………….......................................
……………………….......................................
……………………….......................................
……………………….......................................
Concerning:
Approval granted
Approval extended
Approval refused
Approval withdrawn
Production definitively discontinued
of a type of lamp pursuant to UN Regulation No.[LSD]
Rear-registration plate illuminating lamp
Direction indicator lamp
Stop lamp
Position lamp
End-outline marker lamp
Lamp:
Reversing lamp
Manoeuvring lamp
Rear fog lamp
Parking lamp
Daytime running lamp
Side marker lamp
Category of the lamp:
Approval No:
Change index:
Unique Identifier (UI)
(If applicable)
9.2. By light signalling function and category:
For mounting either outside or inside or both
Colour of light emitted: red/white/amber/colourless
Number, category and kind of light source(s): ....................................................................................
Voltage and wattage: ...........................................................................................................................
Light source module: yes/no
Light source module specific identification code: ................................................................................
Only for limited mounting height of equal to or less than 750mm above the ground, if applicable:
yes/no ...............................................................................................................................................
Geometrical conditions of installation and relating variations, if any: .................................................
Application of an electronic light source control gear/variable intensity control:
(a) Being part of the lamp: yes/no
(b) Being not part of the lamp: yes/no
Input voltage(s) supplied by an electronic light source control gear/variable intensity control: ...........
..............................................................................................................................................................
Electronic light source control gear/variable intensity control manufacturer and identification
number (when the light source control gear is part of the lamp but is not included into the lamp
body): ...................................................................................................................................................
Variable luminous intensity, if applicable: yes/no
Function(s) produced by an interdependent lamp forming part of an interdependent lamp system, if
applicable: ...........................................................................................................................................
9.3. The front position lamp , rear position lamp , stop lamp , end-outline marker lamp , daytime
running lamp is only for use on a vehicle fitted with a tell-tale indicating failure: yes/no
10. Position of the approval mark: ..............................................................................................................
11. Reason(s) for extension (if applicable): ...............................................................................................
..............................................................................................................................................................
12. Approval granted/extended/refused/withdrawn : ...............................................................................
13. Approval granted for devices to be used on vehicles already in use only, yes/no
14. Place: ...................................................................................................................................................
ANNEX 2
LIGHT DISTRIBUTION IN SPACE, HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL
The angles shown in these arrangements are correct for lamps to be mounted on the right side of the
vehicle.
PART A:
POSITION, END-OUTLINE MARKER, STOP, FRONT AND REAR DIRECTION INDICATORS,
DAYTIME RUNNING AND FRONT AND REAR PARKING LAMPS
Figures A2-I:
Light-distribution in Space, Horizontal and Vertical
PART B:
SIDE DIRECTION INDICATORS AND SIDE PARKING LAMPS
Figures A2-II
Light-distribution in Space, Horizontal and Vertical
Lamp
Table A2-2
Light-distribution in Space, Horizontal and Vertical
Horizontal angles
(A/B)
Min. vertical angles
(above/below)
Additional information
15°/15°
Side direction indicators (5) 5°/55°
15°/5° Horizontal angles apply to
Direction A
Side direction indicators (6) 5°/55° 30°/5°
Side parking 0°/45°
15°/15°
15°/5°
Horizontal angles apply to
front and rear
PART D:
REAR-REGISTRATION PLATE ILLUMINATING LAMP, FIELD OF VISIBILITY
Figures A2-IV
Light-distribution in Space, Horizontal and Vertical
Table A2-4
Light-distribution in Space, Horizontal and Vertical
1. The field-of-visibility angles shown above relate only to the relative positions of the illuminating
device and the space for the registration plate.
2. The field of visibility of the registration plate when mounted on the vehicle remains subject to the
relevant national regulations.
3. The angles shown take account of the partial occultation caused by the illuminating device. They
must be adhered to in the directions in which there is most occultation. The illuminating devices
must be such as to reduce the areas partly occulted to the minimum strictly necessary.
Figure A3-I:
Standard Light Distribution for Front and Rear Position-, Parking-, End-outline Marker-,
Stop- and Direction Indicator Lamps
2.2. Standard Light Distribution for Daytime Running Lamps
The values shown give, for the various directions of measurement, the minimum intensities as
a percentage of the minimum intensity required (see Table 6).
Figure A3-II
Light Distribution for Daytime Running Lamps
Figure A3-IV
Light Distribution for Direction Indicator Lamps Category 6
2.5. Standard Light Distribution for Reversing Lamps
The measuring points expressed in degrees of angle with the axis of reference and values of
the minimum intensities of the light emitted.
The values inside Figure A3-V are in cd.
Figure A3-V
Light Distribution for Reversing Lamps
The directions H = O° and V = O° correspond to the axis of reference. On the vehicle they are
horizontal, parallel to the median longitudinal plane of the vehicle and oriented in the required
direction of visibility. They pass through the centre of reference. The values shown in
Figure A3-V give, for the various directions of measurement, the minimum intensities in cd.
2.7.2. SM2 Category of Side Marker Lamps
Minimum values: 0.6cd at any point
Maximum values: 25.0cd at any point
2.7.3. SM1 and SM2 Category of Side Marker Lamps
Figure A3-VIII
Light Distribution for Side Marker Lamps SM2
For SM1 and SM2 category of side marker lamps it may be sufficient to check only five points
selected by the Type Approval Authority.
3.3. Category 1c - Plate for Agricultural or Forestry Tractors (255 × 165mm)
3.4. Category 2a – Small Plate (330 × 165mm)
Figure A3-XI
Measuring Points for Plate Size 255 × 165mm
Figure A3-XII
Measuring Points for Plate Size 330 × 165mm
3.7. Category 2 (280 × 200mm) for Vehicles of Category L
Figure A3-XV
Measuring Points for Plate Size 280 × 200mm
1.3. The chromaticity coordinates shall be complied with when tested under conditions of
Paragraph 4.7. of this Regulation.
1.4. In the case of non-replaceable filament light source(s) or light source module(s) equipped with
non-replaceable filament light source, at any conformity of production check:
1.4.1. The holder of the type approval shall demonstrate the use in normal production and show the
identification of the non-replaceable filament light source(s) as indicated in the type approval
documentation;
1.4.2. In the case where doubt exists in respect to compliance of the non-replaceable filament light
source(s) with lifetime requirements and/or, in the case of colour coated filament light sources,
with colour endurance requirements, as specified in Paragraph 4.11. of IEC 60809, Edition 3,
conformity shall be checked as specified in Paragraph 4.11. of IEC 60809, Edition 3.
2. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR VERIFICATION OF CONFORMITY BY THE MANUFACTURER
For each type of lamp, the holder of the type approval shall carry out at least the following
tests, at appropriate intervals. The tests shall be carried out in accordance with the provisions
of this Regulation.
If any sampling shows non-conformity with regard to the type of test concerned, further
samples shall be taken and tested. The manufacturer shall take steps to ensure the conformity
of the production concerned.
2.1. Nature of Tests
Tests of conformity in this Regulation shall cover the photometric and colorimetric
characteristics.
2.2. Methods Used in Tests
2.2.1. Tests shall generally be carried out in accordance with the methods set out in this Regulation.
2.2.2. In any test of conformity carried out by the manufacturer, equivalent methods may be used with
the consent of the competent authority responsible for approval tests. The manufacturer is
responsible for proving that the applied methods are equivalent to those laid down in this
Regulation.
2.2.3. The application of Paragraphs 2.2.1. and 2.2.2. requires regular calibration of test apparatus
and its correlation with measurements made by a competent authority.
2.2.4. In all cases the reference methods shall be those of this Regulation, particularly for the purpose
of administrative verification and sampling.
2.3. Nature of Sampling
Samples of lamps shall be selected at random from the production of a uniform batch. A
uniform batch means a set of lamps of the same type, defined according to the production
methods of the manufacturer.
The assessment shall in general cover series production from individual factories. However, a
manufacturer may group together records concerning the same type from several factories,
provided these operate under the same quality system and quality management.
ANNEX 5
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR SAMPLING BY AN INSPECTOR
1. GENERAL PROVISIONS
1.1. The conformity requirements shall be considered satisfied from a mechanical and a geometric
standpoint, in accordance with the requirements of this Regulation, if any, if the differences do
not exceed inevitable manufacturing deviations.
1.2. With respect to photometric performance, the conformity of mass-produced lamps shall not be
contested if, when testing the photometric performances set forth in Paragraph 4.7. of this
Regulation of any lamp chosen at random:
(a) No measured value deviates from the values prescribed in Paragraph 1.2.1. in Annex 4.
(b)
If, in the case of a lamp equipped with a replaceable light source and if results of the test
described above do not meet the requirements, tests on lamps shall be repeated using
another standard light source.
1.3. Lamps with apparent defects are disregarded.
1.4. The chromaticity coordinates shall be complied when tested under conditions of Paragraph 4.7.
of this Regulation.
2. FIRST SAMPLING
Four lamps are selected at random. The first sample of two is marked A, the second sample of
two is marked B.
2.1. The conformity of mass-produced lamps shall not be contested if the deviation of any specimen
of Samples A and B (all four lamps) is not more than 20%.
In the case, that the deviation of both lamps of Sample A is not more than 0% the
measurement can be terminated.
2.2. The conformity of mass-produced lamps shall be contested if the deviation of at least
one specimen of Samples A or B is more than 20%.
The manufacturer shall be requested to bring its production in line with the requirements
(alignment) and a repeated sampling according to Paragraph 3 shall be carried out within
two months' time after the notification. The Samples A and B shall be retained by the Technical
Service until the entire CoP process is finished.
ANNEX 6
HEAT RESISTANCE TEST FOR REAR FOG LAMPS AND DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS
1. The lamp shall be subjected to a one-hour test of continuous operation following a warm-up
period of 20min. The ambient temperature shall be 23°C ± 5°C. The light source used shall be
a light source of the category specified for the lamp, and shall be supplied with a current at a
voltage such that it gives the specified average power at the corresponding test voltage.
However, for lamps equipped with non-replaceable light sources (filament light sources and
other), the test shall be made with the light sources present in the lamp, in accordance with
Paragraph 5.4.1. of this Regulation.
2. Where only the maximum power is specified, the test shall be carried out by regulating the
voltage to obtain a power equal to 90% of the specified power. The specified average or
maximum power referred to above shall in all cases be chosen from the voltage range of 6, 12
or 24V at which it reaches the highest value; for lamps equipped with non-replaceable light
sources the test conditions set in Paragraph 5.9.1. of this Regulation shall be applied.
2.1. In the case of light sources operated by an electronic control gear to obtain variable luminous
intensity, the test shall be carried out under the conditions given at minimum 90% of the higher
luminous intensity.
3. After the lamp has been stabilized at the ambient temperature, no distortion, deformation,
cracking or colour modification shall be perceptible. In case of doubt the intensity of light shall
be measured according to Paragraph 5 of this Regulation. At that measurement the values
shall reach at least 90% of the values obtained before the heat resistance test on the same
lamp.
2. APPROVAL MARK OF GROUPED, COMBINED OR RECIPROCALLY INCORPORATED LAMPS
Figure A7-III
Marking Example 3
These examples of approval marks represent two possible solutions for the marking of a light
signalling lamp where two or more lamps are part of the same assembly of grouped, combined or
reciprocally incorporated lamps
They indicate that the lamp was approved in the Netherlands (E4) under approval Number 3333
and comprises:
(a) A retro-reflector of Class 1A;
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
A rear direction indicator lamp with variable luminous intensity (Category 2b). The horizontal
arrow shows in what position this device, which cannot be mounted on either side of the
vehicle indiscriminately, is to be mounted;
A rear position lamp with variable luminous intensity (R2). The horizontal arrow indicates the
side on which the required photometric specifications are met up to an angle of 80° H;
A rear fog lamp with variable luminous intensity (F2);
A reversing lamp (AR);
A stop lamp with variable luminous intensity (S2).
All these lamps (functions) are approved in accordance with the original series of amendments to
this Regulation ([LSD]R) as indicated by the number (00) mentioned after [LSD]R.