Explanation of IC and CA Ratings

Explanation of IC and CA Ratings

NZ Only Rating

Description

Symbol

AUS Equivalent

AUS '16 Update

IEC/EN Equivalent

IC-F

Type IC-F recessed luminaire where fixed, building insulating material that can be safely exposed continuously to temperatures up to 90º Celsius may  abut and cover the luminaire.  The symbol shall be permanently  marked on the back of the fitting,  be clearly visible, at least 20mm high and clearly legible. Resistant  to ingress of external matter.

No Symbol Required - installation refers to

AS/NZS 3000

No Symbol Required - installation refers to local wiring rules

IC

Type IC recessed luminaire where fixed, building insulating material that can be safely exposed continuously to temperatures up to 90º Celsius may abut and cover the luminaire. The symbol shall be permanently marked on the back of the fitting, be clearly visible, at least 20mm high and clearly legible.

No Symbol Required - installation refers to

AS/NZS 3000

No Symbol Required - installation refers to local wiring rules

CA80

Type CA80 (90), closed abutted, recessed luminaire where fixed, building insulating material that can be safely exposed continuously to temperatures up to 90º Celsius must not cover but may closely abut the sides of the luminaire. The symbol shall be permanently marked on the back of the fitting, be clearly visible, at least 20mm high and clearly legible.

CA135

Type CA 135, closed abutted, recessed luminaire where fixed, building insulating material that can be safely exposed continuously to temperatures up to 150º Celsius must not cover but may closely abut the sides of the luminaire. The symbol shall be permanently marked on the back off the fitting, be clearly visible, at least 20mm high and clearly legible.

NON-IC Not allowed to have any insulation
within 100mm and cannot be
installed in residential buildings.
20mm high and clearly legible.
Resistant to ingress of external
matter.
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