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Greenhouse and Energy Minimum Standards (Ballasts for Fluorescent Lamps) Determination 2012
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Ballasts for fluorescent lamps manufactured in or imported into Australia or New Zealand must comply with Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) requirements which are set out in AS/NZS 4783.2.MEPS DOES apply to the following types of ballasts: ferromagnetic and electronic ballasts used with linear fluorescent lamps from 15W to 70W; rated for 50 Hz and 230/240/250V supply (or a range that includes these); ballasts supplied as separate components or as part of a luminaire. MEPS DOES NOT apply to the following types of ballasts: primarily for use on DC supplies or batteries; primarily for the production of light (radiation) outside the visible spectrum; to exit signs within the scope of AS/NZS 2293; to hazardous area lighting equipment within the scope of AS/NZS 2380 AS/NZS 60079 and AS/NZS 61241. "

MEPS DOES NOT apply to the following types of ballasts: primarily for use on DC supplies or batteries; primarily for the production of light (radiation) outside the visible spectrum; to exit signs within the scope of AS/NZS 2293; to hazardous area lighting equipment within the scope of AS/NZS 2380 AS/NZS 60079 and AS/NZS 61241.

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Asia and Pacific
Australia
Mandatory
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Minimum Performance Standard
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Entered into force , Adopted & Revised
Adopted
Revised
Updated by CLASP
AS/NZS 4783.1:2001

Fuel Types

Electricity

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Products Covered

Fluorescent and HID Lighting