OSRAM QUICKTRONIC-M ECG for circular FL User Manual

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ECG for T5 fluorescent lamps

Technical Guideline

May 2005

Electronic Control Gear to operate T5/Ø 16 mm fluorescent lamps

ECG to operate T5-fluorescent lamps Features Product Overview Technical Details Instruction Manual Tender Documents FAQ

Contents

Introduction.......................................................................................... 6

1.1 History.....................................................................................6

1.2 T5/∅ 16 mm-Fluorescent Lamps............................................7

1.2.1 High Efficiency FH®…HE........................................................8

1.2.2 High Output FQ®…HO............................................................8

1.2.3 Fluorescent Circular FC®........................................................8

1.2.4 Comparison of Lumens between T8/∅ 26 mm- and

T5/∅ 16 mm-Fluorescent Lamps............................................8

1.3 Electronic Control Gear ..........................................................8

1.4 Different Principles, Different Behavior................................... 9

1.5 Advantages of Electronic Control Gear ..................................9

1.6 Saving Energy with Electronic Control Gear...........................9

1.7 Ignition of Fluorescent Lamps...............................................10

1.8 Costs and Safety ..................................................................10

1.9 Flexibility upon Request........................................................10

1.10 ECG bring Progress..............................................................10

1.11 The right ECG for every Application .....................................10

1.12 OSRAM ECG Milestones......................................................11

2. Product Features ...............................................................................12

2.1 Lighting Comfort ...................................................................12

2.2 Economy...............................................................................12

2.3 Safety....................................................................................12

2.4 Supply Voltage......................................................................13

2.4.1 Overvoltage and its Reason .................................................13

2.4.2 Possible Implications due to Overvoltage.............................14

2.4.3 Undervoltage and its Reason ...............................................14

2.4.4 Possible Implications due to Undervoltage........................... 14

2.4.5 Supply Voltage QT with 21 mm height ................................14

2.4.6 Supply Voltage for QT with 30 mm height ............................ 15

2.4.7 ECG for 120V / 277V Line Voltage....................................... 15

2.5 Automatic Lamp Restart .......................................................15

2.5.1 Lamp ignition for QTi ............................................................16

2.5.2 Lamp ignition for QT to operate T5-fluorescent lamps .........16

2.5.3 Off- Time for Optimum Preheat Start....................................16

2.6 Behaviour in Response to Lamp Defects .............................16

2.6.1 One-Lamp Operation with Multi-Lamp ECG ......................... 16

2.7 Noise.....................................................................................17

2.8 Power Factor λ .....................................................................18

2.9 ECG Imprint.......................................................................... 19

2.10 Reliability ..............................................................................19

2.11 Resistance to Frequent Switching ........................................19

2.12 ECG Lifetime ........................................................................19

2.13 Thermal influences of the system components ....................20

2.14 cut-off Technology ................................................................20

2.14.1 Advantages for Users ...........................................................21

2.14.2 Physical Background ............................................................21

End of Life (EoL acc. to T.2)................................................22

2.15

2.16 U-OUT ..................................................................................22

2.17 Approval Marks.....................................................................23

2.17.1 ENEC-Approval Mark ...........................................................23

2.17.1.1 Safety acc. to EN 61347 ............................................23

2.17.1.2 Performance acc. to EN 60929..................................23

2.17.2 VDE EMC mark ....................................................................23

2.18 Energie Efficiency Index EEI ................................................24

2.19 CE Labelling .........................................................................24

2.20 CCC Approval.......................................................................25

3. ECG installed in Luminaire: Installations and Operation Instructions 26

3.1 Wiring Instructions ................................................................26

3.1.1 Cable Types..........................................................................26

3.1.2 Cable Cross-Sections...........................................................26

3.1.3 Release of Contacts .............................................................27

3.1.4 Insulation ..............................................................................29

3.1.5 Terminals..............................................................................29

3.1.6 Cable routing ........................................................................29

3.2 Electromagnetic Compatibility ..............................................30

3.2.1 Harmonic Content acc. to EN 61000-3-2..............................30

3.2.2 Radio interference suppression............................................31

3.3 Permissible Cable Lengths................................................... 36

3.4 „Hot Wires“............................................................................36

3.5 Switching between Lamp and ECG...................................... 37

3.6 Master-Slave Circuit .............................................................37

3.6.1 Max. length of the connecting cable between 2 luminaries ..38

3.7 PE-Connection for Protection Class I Luminaires.................38

3.8 Functional Earth for Luminaires of Protection Class II.........39

3.8.1 General Information.............................................................. 40

3.8.2 Practical Details....................................................................40

3.9 Temperature Ranges............................................................41

3.9.1 Self heating ECG..................................................................41

3.9.2 Control Gaer Temperatures..................................................42

3.1.2.1 ECG in 30 mm height.................................................27

3.1.2.2 ECG in 21 mm height.................................................27

3.1.3.1 WAGO 250................................................................. 27

3.1.3.2 WAGO 251 – IDC.......................................................27

3.1.3.3 WAGO 251 – horizontal plug .....................................28

3.1.3.4 WAGO 251 mini – IDC...............................................28

3.1.3.5 WAGO 251 mini – horizontal plug.............................. 28

3.2.2.1 Causes of Radio Interference ....................................31

3.2.2.2 Conducted Interferences acc. to EN 55015 ...............31

3.2.2.3 Disturbances due to Fields.........................................32

3.2.2.4 Selective Shielding..................................................... 32

3.2.2.5 Installation Instructions for avoiding Disturbance....... 33

3.2.2.6 Asymmetric installation of ECG..................................34

3.2.2.7 Good wiring arrangement for 2-lamp luminaires........ 35

3.2.2.8 Luminaires with reflector and/or specular louvres...... 35

3.9.2.1

3.9.2.2 Ambient Temperature ECG : ta..................................43

3.9.3 Lamp Temperature ...............................................................43

3.9.3.1 Maximum Luminous Flux for T5/∅ 16 mm-Fluorescent

3.9.4 General Recommendations for Installation...........................44

3.9.5 Measuring the Temperature .................................................44

3.10 Luminaire Wiring Test for Two-lamp Luminaires ..................45

3.10.1 Testing with a Test Adapter and Dummy Lamps.................. 45

3.11 ECG Operation for Luminaires of Protection Classes I and II48

3.12 Insulation Distances in Luminaires .......................................48

3.13 Insulation Test ......................................................................48

3.13.1 Dielectric Resistance in Lighting Systems............................49

3.13.2 Mesuring the Dielectric Resistance between N and PE or L

3.13.3 Three-Phase Operation ........................................................50

3.13.4 Resistance to Overvoltage for QUICKTRONIC for

3.14 Inrush Current / Automatic Circuit Breakers .........................50

3.15 RCDs / Fault Currents ..........................................................51

3.16 Leakage Current...................................................................51

3.17 ECGs in Three-Phase Operation..........................................51

Measuring Point Temperature tc................................42

Lamps ........................................................................43

and PE..................................................................................49

T5/∅16mm- Fluorescent Lamps...........................................50

4. Lamp Wiring.......................................................................................53

4.1 h = 21 mm............................................................................. 53

4.1.1 QUICKTRONIC® INTELLIGENT 1-lamp version ..................53

4.1.2 QUICKTRONIC ® INTELLIGENT 2-lamp version .................53

4.1.3 QT-FH MULTIWATT F/CW...................................................53

4.1.4 QT-FQ F/CW 1-lamp version................................................53

4.1.5 QT-FQ F/CW 2-lamp version................................................54

4.2 h= 30 mm.............................................................................. 54

4.2.1 QT-FH MULTIWATT 1- and 2-lamp version .........................54

4.2.2 QT-FH 3- and 4-lamp version............................................... 54

4.2.3 QT-FQ 1-lamp version.......................................................... 55

4.2.4 QT-FQ 2-lamp version.......................................................... 55

5. QUICKTRONIC INTELLIGENT...........................................................56

5.1 Definition INTELLIGENT.......................................................56

5.2 Lamp Detection as Fundamental Advantage........................56

5.3 QTi – the High-tech ECG......................................................56

5.4 QTi – Advantages................................................................. 56

5.5 QTi – Practically Applied.......................................................57

5.6 Technical Specialties for non-dimmable QTi ........................57

5.6.1 Inrush current limitation ........................................................57

5.6.2 Resistance to Overvoltage up to 400V .................................58

5.6.3 Lamp-ECG-Combination ......................................................58

5.6.3.1 Straight Fluorescent types .........................................58

5.6.3.2 Compact and Circular lamp types.............................. 59

5.6.4 Wiring ....................................................................................59

Dimensions...........................................................................60

5.6.5

5.7 FAQ ......................................................................................60

6. Special Applications .........................................................................61

6.1 Outdoor Application ..............................................................61

6.1.1 Installation Instructions .........................................................61

6.1.2 OUTKIT.................................................................................62

6.2 T5-ECG in Sound Studios ....................................................62

6.2.1 Noise and how to avoid it......................................................62

6.2.2 Recommended minimum distance between lamp and

refelctor................................................................................. 63

6.3 Treatment Rooms, Operating Rooms...................................64

6.3.1 Electromagnetic Interference................................................ 64

6.3.2 Interference from Infrared Transmission Equipment ............65

6.4 Electronic Tagging................................................................65

6.5 Emergency Lighting..............................................................65

6.5.1 Different criteria for lighting................................................... 67

6.5.1.1 Switch-over time for QTi – h=21 mm .........................67

6.5.1.2 Switch-over time for QT-FH…CW – h=30 mm........... 67

6.5.1.3 Switch-over time for QT-FQ…CW – h=30 mm ..........67

6.5.1.4 Switch-over time for QT-…F/CW – h=21 mm ............67

6.5.2 Wiring diagrams for emergency lighting units.......................68

6.5.2.1 Wiring diagram QT-FH 3x14 CW with emergency

lighting component from BAG ....................................68

6.5.2.2 Wiring diagram QT-FH 4x14 CW with emergency

lighting component from BAG ....................................68

6.5.2.3 Wiring diagram QT-FH 3x14 CW with emergency

lighting component from OMNITRONIX..................... 69

6.5.2.4 Wiring diagram QT-FH 4x14 CW with emergency

lighting component from OMNITRONIX..................... 69

6.6 DC supply .............................................................................69

6.7 Portable Luminaires..............................................................70

6.8 Mix-up of FH®- and FQ®-Fluorescent Lamps........................70

7. Appendix ............................................................................................ 72

7.1 Overview of Maximum Cable Lengths..................................72

7.1.1 QUICKTRONIC® INTELLIGENT...........................................72

7.1.2 QT-FH MULTI...CW.............................................................. 72

7.1.3 QT-FQ...CW -30 mm height- ................................................72

7.1.4 QT-FH MULTI…F/CW -21 mm height- .................................72

7.1.5 QT-FQ…F/CW -21 mm height-.............................................73

7.1.6 QT-FC...................................................................................73

7.2 Terminal Types.....................................................................73

7.3 Inrush Currents.....................................................................73

7.4 Lamp/ECG Combinations..................................................... 74

7.5 OSRAM Installation Tips for T5-Systems ............................. 74

7.5.1 Recommended Minimum Distance between Lamp and

Reflector ...............................................................................75

7.5.2 Recommended Minimum Distance between two T5/∅16mm-

Fluorescent Lamps ...............................................................75

Luminaire Optimisation.........................................................76

7.5.3

7.5.4 Maximum luminous flux for FH…HE fluorescent lamps .......76

7.5.5 Verticalness Operation .........................................................76

8. Troubleshooting Tips........................................................................77

8.1 General.................................................................................77

8.2 Equipment Behaviour on Overvoltage.................................. 77

8.3 Equipment Behaviour on Under Voltage ..............................78

8.4 Application faults...................................................................78

8.4.1 Wiring faults on the lamp side...............................................78

8.4.2 Short-to-ground at the output of QUICKTRONIC® ECG.......78

8.4.3 Effects of moisture................................................................78

8.4.4 Installing luminaires in draughty locations ............................78

8.5 Trouble Shooting ..................................................................79

8.5.1 Lamp does not start..............................................................79

8.5.2 Brief Glimmer........................................................................80

8.5.3 Lamp goes out during operation...........................................81

8.5.4 Different brightness levels ....................................................82

8.5.5 Fault in other electrical equipment........................................ 83

8.5.6 Problems at master-slave operation..................................... 83

8.5.7 Humingh or “chirping” from the ECG ....................................83

9. Lamp-ECG Combinations .................................................................84

9.1 FQ®...HO-Fluorescent Lamps...............................................84

9.2 FH®...HE-Fluorescent Lamps ...............................................85

9.3 FC®…Fluorescent Lamps.....................................................85

10. Tender Documents ............................................................................87

10.1 QUICKTRONIC® INTELLIGENT QTi....................................87

10.2 QUICKTRONIC® MULTIWATT for FH…HE h = 30 mm ...... 87

10.3 QUICKTRONIC® for FQ…HO h = 30 mm ............................88

11. Index ................................................................................................... 89

1. Introduction

1.1 History

The development of linear fluorescent goes back to the thirties of the 20th century. The diameter of 51mm was very voluminous. However, better efficiency did not come up before the fifties.

1879

Kohlefaden-Glühlampe von Thomas A. Edison Incandescent lamps with carbon filament by Thomas A. Edison

1910

Glühlampen mit Wolfram-Wendel Incandescent lamps with tungsten coils

1925

BILUX®Zweidraht-Scheinwerferlampen

two-wire headlight lamps

BILUX

1931

Natriumdampf-Niederdrucklampen Low-pressure sodium vapor lamps

1933

Quecksilberdampf-Hochdrucklampen High-pressure m ercury vapor lamps

1936

Leuchtstofflampen Fluorescent lamps

1954

XBO Xenon-Hochdrucklampen XBO high-pressure xenon lamps

1968

VIALOX® NAV Standard Natriumdampf-Hochdrucklampen

NAV Standard

VIALOX high-pressure sodium vapor lamps

1968

POWERSTAR HQI Halogen-Metalldampflampen POWERSTAR HQI metal halide lamps

1970

HMI METALLOGEN®Lampen HMI METALLOGEN

1971

BILUX®H4 Halogen-Zweidraht-Scheinwerferlampen BILUX two-wire halogen headlight lamps for auromobiles

1973

HALOSTAR Niedervolt-Halogenglühlampen HALOSTAR low-voltage tungsten-halogen lamps

1979

LUMILUX Leuchtstofflampen LUMILUX fluorescent lamps

1980

EVG QUICKTRONIC®DE LUXE / ECG QUICKTRONIC

1982

OSRAM DULUX®L Kompakt-Leuchtstofflampen OSRAM DULUX compact fluorescent lamps

1984

DECOSTAR Niedervolt-Halogenglühlampen mit Kaltlichtreflektor DECOSTAR low-voltage tungsten-halogen lamps with dichroic reflectors

lamps

DE LUXE

PL (W)UN (V)fN (Hz)IN (A)lta ( C) 22050600,090,95 C 1xL18 W1x16-2050 2400,0850,93 C

Anwendungsbereich: AC/DC 198 V bis 254 V Geeignet fr Batteriespannungen 154 V bis 276 V Zur Verwendung in Anlagen nach VDE 0108 geeignet Range of application: AC/DC 198 V to 254 V

Temp.-Test

Range of battery voltage: 154 V to 276 V

c = 70 C max.

Suitable for emergency installations acc. to VDE 0108

class B 0712T201 OW2 Made in Germany

1985

OSRAM DULUX®EL Kompaktleuchtstofflampen mit elektronischem Vorschaltgerät

OSRAM DULUX with electronic control gear

1987

POWERSTAR HQI-T Halogen-Metalldampflampen POWERSTAR HQI-T compact metal halide lamps

1991

D1 Gasentladungslampen D1 gas discharge lamps

1993

COLORSTAR DSX-T 80W Natrium-Xenonlampen COLORSTAR DSX-T 80W sodium xenon lamps

1993

FM Mini-Leuchtstofflampen / FM mini fluorescent lamps

1995

FH Hocheffiziente Leuchtstofflampen / FH highefficient fluorescent lamps

1 2

3 4

OSRAM

1996

FQ Lichtstarke Leuchtstofflampe / FQ high power fluorescent lamps

1997

OSRAM ENDURA Die elektrodenlose Hochleistungsleuchtstofflampe OSRAM ENDURA The high-performance electrodeless fluorescent lamp

EL energy-saving lamps

The improvements according to the luminous flux and lifetime with the T12 lamp (38 mm diameter) made an economic and even outdoor application possible. There were continuous improvements for optimizations as for example Amalgamtechnology. In this term fluorescent lamps were operated by conventional control gears (CCG).

The decisive breakthrough was at the end of the 70s and early 80s. In the year 1978, a new T8/∅ 26 mm- lamp generation started to replace T12/∅38mm- fluorescent lamps. New phosphors with higher resistance came into the market. Nowadays known under triband-phosphor (LUMILUX light colours). The diameter of the lamps was reduced from 38mm to 26mm however the length was kept with 59, 120 and 150 cm as the sockets G13. The new wattage of 18, 36 and 58 W was advantageous as it was a reduction of at least 10% compared to the T12/∅38 mm lamps in 20, 40 and 65 W. This was also the hour of birth for the Electronic Control Gears (ECG). First the circuits were in a instant start mode what also was called softstart up to the programmed or preheat start. Together with modern Electronic Control Gear QUICKTRONIC T8/∅26 mm- fluorescent lamps became even more efficient and longer lasting. In addition, the thermal behavior of the luminous flux was improved. The T8-system was permanently improved as the example of the tribandphosphor shows with a very high service life of the fluorescent lamp.

In 1995, the next milestone of fluorecent lamp development saw the introduction of new FH...HE (H

igh Efficiency) systems to the market. With

the reduced diameter of 16 mm only the lamp was designed. It is available in 14, 21, 28 and 35 W with the G5 sockets. It is 50 mm shorter as the T8 fluorescent lamps.

T5 fluorescent lamps only can be operated by Electronic Control Gear. So the light output and the life time of the lamp were designed from the beginning to an optimum of up to 104 lm/W. The maximum luminous flux of the T5 lamps is at 35 °C compared to 25 °C at T8 or T12 lamps. The reduced lamp diameter of 16 mm as the maximum lumen output at 35 °C are the relevant feature for a higher efficiency of the fixture.

In 1996, the T5 lamp family was completed with the types of higher lumens than volume FQ

…HO (High Output)-fluorescent lamps. They are available

in the wattage of 24, 39, 49, 54 and 80 W with the identical lengths as the FH…HE types. With up to 7000 lm for FQ 80 W HO this is the lamp family with the highest light output.

In 1999, the third member of the T5/∅ 16 mm-lamp family was introduced to the market. Away from usual light strips, compact, efficient and unconventional luminaires benefit from this new, circular FC

-lamp: 50 %

more light output than with comparable standard circular lamps.

Special Note:

Independent of the lamp diameter of the fluorescent lamp the luminous flux is specified for an ambient temperature of 25 °C. These values are exclusive to be used for light plannings. The value of the luminous flux is for the T5/∅ 16 mm fluorescent lamps FH

...HE and FQ®...HO for 25 °C below the values for 35 °C. The values at 35 °C ambient temperature are only for information. The Circular lamps FC

only have value of luminous

flux at 25 °C. The advantages of the T5/∅ 16 mm fluorescent lamps show their advantages in the improved efficiency of the fixture.

Detailed technical information about QUICKTRONIC

are shown in the latest indoor outdoor lighting and can be downloaded under

www.osra.de/ecg

QUCKTRONIC

for the operation of the T5/∅ 16 mm fluorescent lamps

have all features of a high quality ECG.

Good radio interference suppression

EN 55015

EN 55015 CISPR 15

CISPR 15

max.Interference voltage[dB µV]

110

80 70

-2

110010-1

10210

Frequency [MHz]

Mains harmonics

IEC 61000-3-2

IEC 61000-3-2 EN 61000-3-2

EN 61000-3-2

Mains harmonics [%]

30 25

Limit values

to IEC

3. 5. 7. 9. 11. 13.

Harmonics

Reliability of the ECG

IEC 61347-2-3

IEC 61347-2-3 EN 61347-2-3

EN 61347-2-3

z All insula ted

z All insula ted z Compliance with creepage and

z Compliance with creepage and

clearance distances

z ECG shutdown in case of failure

Lamp operation to standards

IEC 60929

IEC 60929 EN 60929

EN 60929

rel. system luminous flux [%]

100

ECG

10. 18.

CCG

4 6 8 1012141618 222420

Time of usage in hours [tsd]

1.2 T5/∅ 16 mm-

Fluorescent Lamps

Immunity

IEC 61547

IEC 61547 EN 61547

EN 61547

230 V

230 V 50 Hz

50 Hz

Power regulation

At higher ambient temperatures

P Gas [W]

0 1020304050607080

Tube wall temperature [°C]

Minimum ECG life

z Long-life electrolytic capacitor

(50,000h at t

z Optimised circuit

z Optimised circuit z Low self heating

z Low self heating

Functional ECG [%]

100

90°C

0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140

)

c max

60°C

70°C

Hours of operation [tsd]

Measuring

Measuring point t

point t

50°C

Reliable ignition

at low temperatures

-30 -25 -20 -15 -10 -5

Lamps starting [%]

EVG

KVG

Ambient temperature [°C]

100

The diameter and also the description of the new fluorescent lamp family is based on American measures: (1 inch = 25.4 mm) The value is combined with a T (tube). 5/8 of an inch = 16 mm Î T5-fluorescent lamp

Classification:

T2 tube diameter of 7 mm T5 tube diameter of 16 mm T8 tube diameter of 26 mm T12 tube diameter of 38 mm T17 tube diameter of 51 mm (1936)

1.2.1 High Efficiency

…HE

1.2.2 High Output FQ

…HO

1.2.3 Fluorescent Circular

1.2.4 Comparison of Lumens between T8/∅ 26 mm- and T5/∅ 16 mmFluorescent Lamps

Consecutively the important data of the FH…HE, FQ…HO and FC fluorescent lamps are shown.

type length [mm] lumens at

ta=25 °C

FH® 14W HE FH® 21W HE FH® 28W HE FH® 35W HE

549 1200 1350

849 1900 2100 1149 2600 2900 1449 3300 3650

lumens at

ta=35 °C

Values for light colors 827, 830, 840

type length [mm] lumens at

ta=25 °C

FQ® 24W HO FQ® 39W HO FQ® 54W HO FQ® 80W HO FQ® 49W HO

549 1750 2000

849 3100 3500 1149 4300 4900 1449 4450 5000 1449 6150 7000

lumens at

ta=35 °C

Values for light colors 827, 830, 840

type

∅ [mm]

lumens at

ta=25 °C

FC® 22W FC® 40W FC® 55W

225 1800

300 3200

300 4200

Values for light colors 827, 830, 840

Detailed technical data of T5/∅ 16 mm-fluorescent lamps can be found in the OSRAM product catalogue and under www.OSRAM.com.

Fluorescent lamp innovation: T8 Î T5

T8 (Ø 26 mm)

Luminous flux at 25°C

600 mm 900 mm 1.200 mm 1.500 mm

18 W 30 W 36 W 58 W

1.350 lm 2.400 lm 3.350 lm 5.000 lm

1.3 Electronic Control Gear

T5 (Ø 16 mm)

Luminous flux at 25°C

550 mm 850 mm 1.150 mm 1.450 mm

FH 14 W 21 W 28 W 35 W

1.200 lm 1.900 lm 2600 lm 3.300 lm

FQ 24 W 39 W 54 W 49 W / 80 W

1.750 lm 3.100 lm 4.450 lm 4.300 lm / 6.150 lm

Since the early seventies Electronic Control Gear have been used in computers and consumer electronics. As this technology offers substantial advantages, it was only natural to use it also for lighting purposes. Linear and compact fluorescent lamps must be operated with ballasts, as the process of gas discharge requires well defined currents and voltages. The

1.4 Different Principles, Different Behavior

1.5 Advantages of Electronic Control Gear

ballast is responsible for preheating the lamp electrodes, for sufficient ignition voltage and for limiting the lamp current.

The basic functions that are mentioned in chapter 1.3, can usually be carried out with electromagnetic (inductive) ballasts. These ballasts are classified into conventional control gear (CCG) and low loss ballasts (LLG). The latter follow the same principle as CCG, however, due to different engineering design they consume less energy. The much better solution is to operate fluorescent lamps with Electronic Control Gear (ECG). Besides the advantages of flicker-free lighting, longer lamp life and higher system efficacy (lamp + ECG), features such as lamp ignition, limitation of the lamp current and compensation are integrated into the ECG. Most Electronic Control Gear are also suitable for DC operation, which means they can be used in emergency lighting installations.

T5/ ∅ 16 mm fluorescent lamps FH

…HE, FQ®…HO and FC® can only be

operated by Electronic Control Gear.

If fluorescent lamps are operated with magnetic ballasts (principle of magnetic coil, CCG and also low loss ballast), the lamp current equals the frequency of the mains voltage. The resulting stroboscopic effect can be dangerous in cases where people work with rotary machines. Every time, the voltage goes through zero, the lamp current does the same until the lamp is reignited: for every lamp ignition new carriers for the electric charge have to be build up within the gas discharge.

CALM AND

LOWER

LOWER ENERGY

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

CONSUMPTION (25 – 30%)

(25 – 30%)

CALM AND

FLICKERFREE

LIGHT

OPERATION WITHOUT

NOISE

LOW MAGNETIC

STRAYFIELD

FLICKERFREE

START

1.6 Saving Energy with Electronic Control Gear

LONGER

LONGER LAMP LIFE

LAMP LIFE (approx. 50%)

(approx. 50%)

LESS WASTE

LESS WASTE DISPOSAL

DISPOSAL (approx. 30%)

(approx. 30%)

ENERGY SAVING

(25 – 30%)

LONGER LAMP LIFE

(approx. + 50%)

SWITCH OFF AT END

LOW

WIRING COSTS

DIMMABLE

(spec. version)

AUTOMATIC

OF LAMP LIFE

When using Electronic Control Gear the frequency of the lamp voltage is approx. 1000 times higher than the line voltage. The zero of the lamp current are passed so quickly that the average of the value of the electron

density is nearly constant within the discharge plasma. The electrons don’t

have to be built up with every cycle (as it is necessary when using CCG and low loss ballasts). So the limitation of the lamp life due to reignition peaks for CCG operation are avoided with ECG operation. Therefore no stroboscopic effects can occur by using high frequency control gear as there is no longer a gap in the lamp current. Therefore, one lamp type needs less energy to generate the same lumens when operated with high frequency control gear compared to operation with magnetic ballasts. The lower energy consumption reduces the lamp load and increases the lamp

1.7 Ignition of Fluorescent Lamps

1.8 Costs and Safety

1.9 Flexibility upon Request

1.10 ECG bring Progress

1.11 The right ECG for every Application

life. Electronic Control Gear improve the efficiency and the lamp life of fluorescent lamps significantly.

Prior to ignition, modern ECG heat the cathode to its optimum temperature for electron emission. After a defined period the lamp is ignited with the required ignition voltage. Only an optimized preheat start can guarantee that the number of switching cycles has only little effect on the lamp life. This is another important feature of ECG which has a positive effect on the cost of operation and which should not be neglected when looking for alternatives to CCG.

At the end of lamp life the emitter paste applied to the lamp electrode is used up. The complete loss of emitter results in an increase of voltage in the vicinity of the electrode. This situation can last over a longer period of time. As an immediate result of the accompanying temperature increase at the lamp ends the lamp sockets may overheat. Modern ECG are able to detect this malfunction and switch the lamps off. Unnecessary attempts to ignite are avoided by an interrupting function and therefore, also overheating is avoided - an important contribution to more safety. Professional ECG control all parameters constantly. A safety shut down at the end of the lamp life is mandatory from January 1

, 2007 on for all ECG that operate T4 or T5 tubes as it is included in the IEC 61347 (Omnibusnorm for safety of Electronic Control Gear). For several years now, all OSRAM QUICKTRONIC

fulfill the safety requirements acc. the IEC 61347 already. However as there was no Standard for this before, some ECG manufacturer neglect this due to costs.

During past years, we see a clear increase in new, better and more energy efficient lamp systems. Unfortunately, this resulted also in a growing number of various ECG-types. To reduce this large number of types manufacturers of ECG have taken a new direction and have developed new multi-purpose ECG which can be used for a variety of fluorescent lamps of different wattages. New integrated circuits allow the optimum control of lamp features such as lumen output. This type reduction has, of course, a big effect on the customer: ordering, warehousing and installation of only a few ECG-types. The so-called MULTIWATT-ECG reduce all relevant cost drivers.

In addition to the basic tasks of lamp operation which are also fulfilled by magnetic ballasts, Electronic Control Gear have much more to offer: They have better performance and are more reliable, more environmental friendly and more practical than CCG; even more reasons to use professional Electronic Control Gear.

OSRAM offers the right Electronic ballast for every application as shown at the example of T8/ ∅ 26 mm fluorescent lamps.

1.12 OSRAM ECG Milestones

Burning hours per day

QUICKTRONIC

QUICKTRONIC QUICKTRONIC

Industry,

Open space office

Railway

station,

airport

QUICKTRONIC

INSTANT START QTIS e

Department store,

display

average

ECGs

024 6 8

QUICKTRONIC

DIMMABLE

PROFESSIONAL

QUICKTRONIC

ECONOMIC

Daylight

linked

illumination

Switching cycles per day

Daylight linked

illumination with

presence detectors

• For the first time in 1995, T5- fluorescent lamp systems with Cut-

off-technology have been introduced to the market.

Cut-off technology is the cut-off of the permanent filament preheating after lamp ignition. This can be realized due to modifications in the electronic circuit of the ECG. The result of the Cut-off technology are less losses and optimized lamp operation.

• Four years later, in 1999, OSRAM sold the first reliable

MULTIWATT-ECG.

This operates all lamps with rated data.

• During the following years the trend of miniaturization continued and

the height of Electronic Control Gear was reduced by 30% from 30 mm to 21 mm. In 2002, OSRAM is again the first manufacturer to introduce

MULTIWATT-ECG to operate FQ

…HO-fluorescent lamps High

Output in 21 mm height.

• In 2003, another novelty is brought to the T5-product segment: As

the first producer, OSRAM offers a 21 mm high 2-lamp ECG for

80 W HO-fluorescent lamps.

• In the beginning of 2004, the newest and most innovative member

of the T5-product family has been introduced: micro-controller based ECG capable of operating T5-fluorescent lamps of equal length regardless if it is a FH

…HE- or FQ®…HO-type. This microcontroller especially developed under the co-operation with OSRAM is responsible for clear lamp detection and lamp operation with nominal data. QUICKTRONIC INTELLIGENT, QTi make one MULTIWATT-ECG possible for all T5-fluorescent lamps from 14 to 39 W no matter if

…HE- or FQ®…HO-types.

2. Product Features

2.1 Lighting Comfort

2.2 Economy

2.3 Safety

• Flicker-free ignition

• Pleasant, flicker-free light with no stroboscopic effects due to high

frequency operation

• High comfort level with no distracting choke hum due to fully

electronic operation (see chapter 2.8 noise)

• No flickering

• No flashing or flickering, electronic defective control for

reliable safety switch-off of defective lamps End-of-life safety shut down

• Cut-off of the permanent filament preheating after lamp

ignition

• Automatic restart after lamp replacement

• High lumen packages for T5 FQ

• Very high luminous efficacy for T5 FH

High Output system

High Efficiency system

• Long lamp life due to lamp start with optimum filament pre-heating

and operation with cut-off technology

• Low maintenance costs due to long lamp life and reduced relamping

intervals

• Lower cooling load of air-conditioning systems due to lower losses

Light engineering with T5 (Ø 16 mm) lamps

Leuchte/ 1xL58 W 1xL58 W 1xFH35 W

Luminaire

Vorschaltgerät/ VVG/ EVG/ EVG/

Control Gear LLG ECG ECG

E [lux] 539 518 500

gesamt/total

[W] 260 220 154

% 100 % 85 % 59 %

Büro mit 4 1-flammigen Leuchten

Office with 4 single tube luminaires

012344,5 m

W/m

15 12 9

All Electronic Control Gear QUICKTRONIC

for operation of T5/∅ 16 mm-

fluorescent lamp systems are developed and designed according to all relevant national and international industry standards. Current standard is EN 61347. For Electronic Control Gear for operation of low pressure gas discharge lamps EN 61347-2-3 applies.

2.4 Supply Voltage

2.4.1 Overvoltage and its Reason

In detail:

• Safe shutdown of the power supply to defective lamps or

at the end-of-life due to End-of-Life detection according to Test 2 Shutdown in the event of broken filaments, no inserted lamp or air leakage

• Compliance with European safety standards (EN 61347-2-3)

• Protection against short duration voltage surges (DIN VDE 0160)

and transient overvoltages

• Low housing temperatures allow the mechanical design of lighting

fittings with F- and FF- as well as M- and MM-approval mark (EN 60598/DIN VDE 0710 and DIN VDE 0711)

• Can be used in emergency lighting systems according to

DIN VDE 0108

Electronic Control Gear QUICKTRONIC lamps (FH

…HE, FQ®…HO and FC®) can be operated on sinusoidal AC

for T5/∅ 16 mm-fluorescent

voltage and DC voltage The recommended voltage intervals depend on the design of the specific circuits. The following chapters show the recommended voltage ranges and the behaviour of the ECG at overvoltage and undervoltage.

It is called an overvoltage if the ingoing voltage is significantly higher than the nominal value.

In general, we have to differentiate between two overvoltages which also can have different reasons.

1. Transient overvoltage with a typical duration of milliseconds. This overvoltage can be caused by:

- Switching of inductive loads such as welding machines, elevators alternators etc.

- lightening

Quasi-stationary overvoltage with a duration from a few minutes to hours. This overvoltage can be caused by:

- different loads on the mains side (interruption of the neutral conductor in 3-phase installations plus an additional asymmetric

2.4.2 Possible Implications due to Overvoltage

2.4.3 Undervoltage and its Reason

2.4.4 Possible Implications due to Undervoltage

2.4.5 Supply Voltage QT with 21 mm height

load distribution)

- unstable power supply (for example some countries in Far East)

It is called overvoltage, if the supply voltage exceeds the specified voltage range of an ECG including tolerances.

In any case, overload means more stress to electronic components. Depending on the magnitude of overvoltage the protective functions of an ECG can come into effect and turn the ballast off.

In extreme situations overvoltages can even destroy electronic components.

Therefore, please pay attention to the design of the mains and tolerances of the Electronic Control Gear when using them.

Supply voltages can not only deviate to higher values but also to lower values. If the supply voltage decreases below the value specified in the technical data of an ECG, we have to deal with undervoltage.

This may be true for the following points:

• Different loads on the mains side

• Incorrect electric installation

• Unstable power supply

• In some cases when used with emergency generators

Operating ECG with undervoltage is not as specified. This may result in the following implications:

• Lamp operation not according to standards Î affecting lamp life

• No safe lamp start, a safe ignition is only guaranteed above supply

voltages of 198 V

• Unstable lamp operation meaning the discharge process of a

fluorescent lamp is not stable

• In order to keep the lamp wattage constant most ECG types are

controlled on the lamp side. In this case, reduced supply voltages cause much higher currents which may lead to physical stress of components and to failure of the entire ECG. If supply voltages deviate significantly from the nominal values, high switching losses and overload of transistors can occur finally causing ballast failures.

Valid for: QTi and QT…F/CW Recommended voltage range for

continuous operation AC voltage 198 V ... 264 V, 50/60 Hz

DC voltage 176 V ... 264 V Performance at undervoltage

Lamp ignition Voltage drop during operation

≥ 198 V Î reliable lamp ignition

≥ 176V Î operation possible

< 176 VÎ damage to ECG

possible

2.4.6 Supply Voltage for QT with 30 mm height

2.4.7 ECG for 120V / 277V Line Voltage

2.5 Automatic Lamp

Restart

Valid for: QT-FH MULTIWATT and QT-FQ Recommended voltage range for continuous operation AC voltage 198V ... 264V, 50/60 Hz DC voltage 176V ... 264V Performance at undervoltage

Lamp ignition

≥ 198V Î reliable lamp start

Voltage drop during operation

≥ 176V Î operation possible

< 176V Î damage to ECG

possible

T5/∅ 16 mm fluorescent lamps are also getting more popular in North America (USA, Canada). Historically in the US-market have been established lamps in 4 ft length besides the types of 240 cm. 4 ft is also known as 48 inch type (1 ft = 30.48 cm) and is acc. to our typical 120 cm types. Related to the straight fluorescent types FH this means 1,149 mm for FH

28 W HE and FQ® 54 W HO.

…HE and FQ®…HO

OSRAM SYLVANIA offers the complete range for FH

…HE and FQ®…HO under PENTRON ECG. The specification there is PENTRON High Performance T5 lamps for FH

and PENTRON High Output T5 for FQ®

lamps.

OSRAM SYLVANIA also offers the ECG for the North American line voltages 120 V / 277 V und 60 Hz line frequency as shown at a glance:

MULTIWATT ECG for FH

fluorescent lamps: 14, 21, 28 and 35 W HE Types: QTP 1x28T5/UNV PSN suitable for 120-277 V QTP 2x28T5/UNV PSN suitable for 120-277 V

ECG to operate FQ

54 W HO Types: QTP 1x54T5UNV/PSN suitable for 120-277 V QTP 2x54T5UNV/PSN suitable for 120-277 V

For a large number of differnt lamp types including T8 OCTRON a variety of dimmable and non dimmable types is available.

Information about availability under:

OSRAM LIGHT CONSULTING (OLC) Hellabrunner Straße 1 81536 München

Tel: +49-89-6213 3076 Fax: +49-89-6213 2020

With all QUICKTRONIC lamps FH

…HE, FQ®…HO and FC®, automatic restart takes place after

for operation of T5/∅ 16 mm-fluorescent

a change of lamp provided the power supply is maintained.

Should in the case of a twin-lamp ECG no automatic lamp restart take place after lamp replacement and could an ECG-failure be excluded, please proceed as follows:

2.5.1 Lamp ignition for QTi

2.5.2 Lamp ignition for QT to operate T5fluorescent lamps

2.5.3 Off- Time for Optimum Preheat Start

2.6 Behaviour in Response

to Lamp Defects

2.6.1 One-Lamp Operation with Multi-Lamp ECG

Replace both lamps, take out the lamp replaced first and refit it. Provided lamp and ECG are o.k. both lamps should then light.

Lamp start Preheat

Ignition time < 1 second

Max. number of switching cycles > 100,000 cycles

QT-FH MULTI, QT-FQ, QT…F/CW

Lamp start Preheat

Ignition time < 0.5 second

Max. number of switching cycles > 100,000 cycles

All QUICKTRONIC to operate T5/∅ 16 mm- fluorescent lamps

…HE, FQ®…HO and FC start the lamps at any time with optimum preheat start even after a turn-off followed by an immediate lamp restart. OSRAM QUICKTRONIC ignite the lamp always with optimum preheating of the electrodes. A particular off-time with regards to lamp life is not necessary.

What do we mean by lamp defect or end-of-lamp life?

In most cases, it is not possible to see from outside which lampholders are assigned to which ECG-terminals, so if you insert lamps and they fail to start automatically you should take out the first lamp again and refit it. Both lamps should then light.

Lamp replacement of 2- and multilamp luminaires proceed as follows:

Insert the lamps. If at 2- or multilamp luminaires lamp ignition doesn’t work automatically, take out the lamp replaced first and refit it. Reignition of both lamps works automatically.

What are the requirements?

QTP 2x...

QT - FQ 2x...

ILI

Start

Zünd

Start

ILI

Start

ILI

Parallel Circuitry Series Circuitry

2.7 Noise

• Parallel circuit of lamps operated with multi-lamp ECG ≠in general

single-lamp operation possible

• Parallel circuit of lamps, but no single-lamp operation possible because

for example

- the sum of electrodes has to be recognized

For twin- and multi-lamp ECG the question is whether the remaining lamps will continue to operate if one lamp is defect or has been removed.

In the case of twin- or multi-lamp ECG, any lamp fault that causes the safe shutdown circuit to operate will lead to the shutdown of all lamps. This function is called “safety shutdown”. The detection of various “out-ofrange” parameters results in a reliable shutdown of the ECG. The ECG do not perform any lamp starts that could cause problems as described under chapter 2.3. In this case, one lamp or the remaining lamps will therefore never continue to burn by itself.

What happens when one lamp is removed from a multi-lamp ECG will depend on the type of circuit. Series circuits always exclude a single-lamp operation. Parallel circuit is one condition for a possible single-lamp operation, however, not the only one. Another important criterion is lamp control during operation of circuit related as well as safety related data.

QUICKTRONIC

INTELLIGENT, QTi, are carried out in parallel circuits, but cannot be operated in single-lamp mode. The reason is the sophisticated lamp detection requiring the control of various parameters.

The following table gives a short summary of the different ECG-types:

ECG-type height

QTi

21 mm

QT-FH

30 mm

QT-FQ 30 mm

QT-FH 3x, 4x

30 mm

QT … F/CW

21 mm Series circuit X X X X Parallel circuit. X

For all types shown in the table above a single-lamp operation is not possible.

T5/∅ 16 mm-fluorescent lamps FH at high frequency with QUICKTRONIC

…HE, FQ®…HO and FC® operated

control gear are virtually

silent. QUICKTRONIC

units themselves are so quiet that even in very quiet surroundings they cannot be heard by the human ear. They are therefore ideal for sound-sensitive areas such as radio and recording studios. The limit of the frequency-dependant sound pressure curve is based on the audibility threshold (in other words, a person with normal hearing will not be able to detect the noise generated by an ECG in the same room).

The factors affecting the sound pressure level are the sound power level of the ECG, the absorption properties of the room, characterised by its volume and reverberation time, and the number of ECGs. In mains supplies with a high level of distortion in which the mains voltage wave form deviates significantly from a sine wave, a „chirping“ may be heard from the reactance coils in the input section of the ECG.

2.8 Power Factor λ For all electric loads, the power factor λ is the ratio of effective power (P

voltage x effective current) to apparent power (P

= voltage x apparent

app

current). This value is affected both by the phase displacement cos ϕ between current and voltage by the current wave form distortion ε (nonsinusoidal wave form)

eff

λ = P

eff

/ P

= ε cos ϕ

app

In contrast to conventional control gear (CCG, inductive, 50 Hz), there is hardly any phase displacement with Electronic Control Gear (high frequency), which means that capacitor correction is not required. However slight distortions in the current sine-wave curve occur during operation of electronic control gear. In general these distortions are characterized by integer multiples of the mains frequency (harmonics).

The harmonic content of the mains current is controlled by national and international regulations (IEC 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-2). OSRAM ECG have built-in active electronic harmonic filters for this purpose which guarantee a value for ε of more than 0.95 and hence a power factor λ greater than 0.95.

Exemptions are ECG which apply to the international standard for system power consumption less than 25 W. This standard requires a power factor λ of more than 0.6. These ECG are part of the product segment ECO and are known as QUICKTRONIC

ECONOMIC or QT-ECO. They are mainly used to replace conventional control gear, but because of their MULTIWATT-design they can partly operate FH

…HE- and FQ®…HO

fluorescent lamps with lower wattages:

14W HE

21W HE

24W HO

For detailed information about this combination please see

www.OSRAM.de/products/ecg

With regards to their harmonics content all QUICKTRONIC

have been tested by VDE according to EN 61000-3-2 and carry the VDE-EMC approval mark.

The confirmation of the ECG’s CE-mark by an independent testing facility reduce the costs and the t.ime necessary for approval of luminaires significantly.

2.9 ECG Imprint

2.10 Reliability

2.11 Resistance to Frequent Switching

2.12 ECG Lifetime

Functional Earth terminal

End-of-Life Safety-shut-

End-of-Life Safety-shutdown

down

Cut-Off-Technology

µProzessor inside

Thermal Behaviour

Lamp wiring including

Lamp wiring including max. cable lengths

max. cable lengths

Besides component specification and quality their failure rate is significantly related to the operating temperature.

Electronic Control Gear of OSRAM are designed in that way, that a failure rate of less than 2 Promille per 1,000 operating hours is expected if operation takes place at the maximum permitted case temperatur (t

The resistance to frequent switching of Electronic control gear is based on possible lamp starts per day. Multiplied with the lamp life professional ECG with preheat start reach more than 100.000 switching cycles.

This information is important for combinations with occupancy sensors as this is one of the most popular applications for frequent switching of the lamp-ECG system.

The ECG lifetime depends on the operating temperature and failure rate of the electronic components. Extreme overheating can destroy electronic components in a short period of time and cause the ECG to fail. There exists an exponential relationship between the failure rate of electronic components and their thermal and also electrical behaviour. An indication about the maximum recommended ambient temperature of a luminaire is given by the imprinted measuring point tc at which each ECG reaches its maximum recommended case temperature. The t

-temperature

of an OSRAM ECG is closely linked to its temperature of electronic components. For example, when the maximum recommended tctemperature of 70 °C is reached, a QUICKTRONIC control gear for operation of T5/∅ 16 mm-fluorescent lamps is expected to last 50,000 hours with a failure rate of max. 10 %. This value equals a failure rate of 2 ‰ per 1,000 operating hours. Due to the exponential dependence on temperature and failure rate of electronic components exceeding the recommended tc-temperature reduces the ECG lifetime dramatically. On the other hand, if the ECG temperature remains below the limit the lifetime is extended. As a rule of thumb, every 10 °C below the imprinted temperature value double the ECG’s lifetime and every 10 °C surpassing the tc-value cut the service life in half.

The measuring temperature t

is an important parameter for both the safety

approval for a luminaire according to EN 60598 and the service life of an

2.13 Thermal influences of the system components

2.14 cut-off Technology

ECG provided by the manufacturer under consideration of the thermal load of electronic components.

Surviving ECGs [%]

100

90°C

0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140

70°C

10°C lower operating temperature at point of

10°C lower operating temperature at point of measurement virtually halves ECG failure rate

measurement virtually halves ECG failure rate

The temperature must be assessed separately for the two system components (ECG and lamp). In the case of the lamp, there are physical laws that restrict the temperature range of an application, whereas in the case of the ECG fixed limits must be set in order to ensure reliable operation.

Apart from this, there are external factors such as the reciprocal influences of ECG, lamp and luminaire and the selected installation site which have an influence. Compliance with the specified limits and hence the guarantee of operational reliability are the responsibility of the relevant luminaire or system manufacturer.

There is a fixed correlation between tc-temperature, the temperatrure of electronic components, the life of each component and hence the complete unit. Thermal contact of an ECG to metallic parts of luminaire housings is very positive due to good thermal conductivity.

The correlation between temperature tc of the measuring point, component life and failure rate is crucial for an objective assessment of the reliability and service life of an ECG. Information about tc-temperature and ECG service life alone are not sufficient.

All QUICKTRONIC T5/∅ 16 mm-fluorescent lamps FH

are equipped with cut-off technology. After starting the lamp the electrode heating is being switched off. Lamp life increases due to the reduced load of the electrodes. Therefore, cut-off technology increases the lumen output of the luminaire and the lamp life. And for the first time, cut-off technology is included in dimmable ECG thanks to the new intelligent technology of QTi. Compared to Electronic control gear without cut-off the power consumption of ECG with cut-off technology could be reduced by another 5 to 7 %.

10 % loss at 50,000 hours

60°C

Hours of usage [thsd]

control gear for operation of

…HE and FQ®…HO

50°C

Temp. at point of

Temp. at point of measurement t

measurement t

2.14.1 Advantages for Users

The following advantages for users arise from cut-off technology:

6-10 % higher luminaire efficiency highest lamp life 2-3 W lower losses per lamp reduced load of air condition

New circuitry wihtout permanent filament heating

New circuitry wihtout permanent filament heating (cut-off technology)

(cut-off technology)

= I

Stift

Lampe

Stift

Lampe

Cold Spot

Cold Spot app. 40°C

app. 40°C

Significantly lower temperatures at the

Significantly lower temperatures at the lamp electrodes

lamp electrodes

Lampe

Stift

Cut-off advantage for the luminaire

110

100

rel.

Licht-

Lichtstrom

strom

10 20 30 40 50

Umgebungstemperatur (°C)

Only cut-off technology can fulfill lifetime

100%

90%

90% 80%

80% 70%

70% 60%

60%

Rel.

50%

Lum-

40%

inous

35°C

Cut Offk

Cut Offk Conventional

Conventional

Conventional ECG circuitry

ECG circuitry

inous flux

flux

6 – 10% higher

6 – 10% higher luminaire efficiency for

luminaire efficiency for

luminaire efficiency for direct lighting

direct lighting

5.000h

Lifetime [hours]

Cut-off

Cut-off Conventional

Conventional

Conventional ECG circuitry

ECG circuitry

10.000h

12.000h

13. 16.

16.000h

14.000h

16. 2 0.

20.000h

18.000h

2.14.2 Physical Background

T5/∅ 16 mm-fluorescent lamps FH

…HE and FQ®…HO are designed to

have their maximum lumen output at 35 °C (compared to 25 °C for T8/∅ 26 mm). For T5/∅ 16 mm-fluorescent lamps the so-called cold spot (the point where mercury condensates in a discharge tube, stamped end of the lamp) is located behind the electrode (see graphics) which means near the source of heat.

T8 (Ø 26 mm)

T8 (Ø 26 mm) T12 (Ø 38 mm)

T12 (Ø 38 mm)

Cold Spot T

The value of the luminous flux at the ambient temperature of 35 °C is only informative for the luminaire manufacturer. Significant is the value of the cold spot temperature. This value is measured at the socket of the stamped side, approx. in a distance of 2 mm of the glass. For an optimized luminous flux this value should be between 45 °C and 50 °C. This is shown at the so called ‘Horseshoe curves’ where the luminous flux is shown in relation to the lamp ambient temperature.

The cold spot of the T5/∅ 16 mm fluorescent lamps is influenced by permanent filament heating. This means that higher temperatures reduce the luminous flux. ECG with cut-off technology reduce the losses of the system and are optimized regarding the maximum luminous flux of the

Hg opt.

≈ 40°C

T5 (Ø 16 mm)

2.15 End of Life (EoL acc. to T.2)

2.16 U-OUT

system. The cut-off of the permanent filament heating after lamp ignition is an advantage.

Further the values of the horseshoe curves also indicate the arrangement of the lamps within the fixture. To avoid thermal influences of the lamps minimum distances in between have to be kept. The lamps have to be placed that the stamp of all lamps is on the same side. For vertical arrangement the stamp of the lamp always should be placed down. For circular lamps FC the socket has to be placed down.

The measurement of the cold spot temperature is especially important for the luminaire manufacturer. This temperature offers opportunities to optimize the luminaire efficacy.

Fluorescent lamps use up their emitter during operation. The complete loss of emitter on an electrode results in a voltage increase in the vicinity of the electrode filament. As most Electronic control gear have no problem providing this high asymmetric voltage and with it the required additional power the temperature around the electrodes rises significantly.

At the moment the international ECG safety standard IEC 61347-2-3 is under revision. In the future, all ECG must provide a “end-of-life” safety shutdown which is continuously controlled in order to avoid overheating of lamp sockets. The actual status of the standard considers three different test circuits for Electronic control gear. If an ECG complies with one of the three tests, it offers protection against the “end-of-life” behavior of fluorescent lamps.

• Asymmetric pulse test (Test 1)

• Asymmetric power test (Test 2)

• Open filament test (Test 3)

The asymmetric power test (Test 2) is directly simulating the additional load which results from the increased asymmetric voltage in the case of “end-oflife”. In order to pass the test the additional load may nod exceed a specific value depending on the lamp type. Most ECG experts see test 2 (asymmetric power test) as the safest “end-of-life” control, because the direct measurement of the asymmetric additional load mirrors the real lamp behavior at its end of life. OSRAM does not compromise the safety of Electronic control gear and has, for quite some time, specified Test no. 2 as standard test.

U-OUT a binding ECG label according to safety standard EN 61347-2-

3. The former standard EN 60928, still valid until 2006, allows labeling of U-OUT either in the product catalogue or on the ECG housing. UOUT specifies the largest effective working voltage between

- Lamp terminals

- Each lamp terminal and earth connection, if applicable

This information is important for all components electrically connected on the lamp side of the ECG. All components such as lamp cables, sockets (EN 60061-2), isolating

2.17 Approval Marks

2.17.1 ENEC-Approval Mark

material and everything coming in contact with the ECG lamp terminals must be layed out according to U-OUT. OSRAM, as manufacturer, takes care that no higher voltage appears at the lamp terminals than specified by U-OUT. Therefore no additional voltage reserve is needed.

2.17.1.1 Safety acc. to

EN 61347

2.17.1.2 Performance acc. to

EN 60929

2.17.2 VDE EMC mark

stands for E also a conformity mark agreed upon between the testing institutes of the European union. It stands for compliance with the according European standards for safety and performance. Besides sample testing ENEC includes also a permanent control od products and production processes. This certification is testimony of an independent and competent institute testing the safety and performance of Electronic control gear. The number right beside the approval mark identifies the certifying institute. For example 10 is representing VDE in Germany. The ENEC approval mark for ECG to operate fluorescent lamps includes the safety standard EN 61347 and the performance standard EN 60929.

This standard contains the safety requirements of electric units for operation of lamps that are designed for DC- and AC-voltage at 50 or 60 Hz. It is divided into different parts.

The first part EN 61347-1 deals with general and safety requirements.

b) Electronic control gear to operate with AC-voltage at 50 or 60 Hz

This safety standard whose part EN 61347-2-3 together with the general part EN 61347-1 succeeds the former standard EN 60928, is also called „omnibus“ standard.

This standard specifies the performance of Electronic control gear for fluorescent lamps. It defines the operation at AC-voltage, at 50 or 60 Hz and with a supply frequency different from the operating frequency. It is based on performance standards for fluorescent lamps EN 60081 and EN

60901.

uropean Norm Electrical Certification. The ENEC approval is

with an operating frequency different from the frequency of the mains supply and to operate fluorescent lamps according to IEC 60081 and IEC 60901 and other fluorescent lamps for high frequency operation are dealt with in part EN 61347-2-3.

The independent testing institute confirms the compliance of the ECG with the EMC regulation regarding immunity, radio interference suppression and harmonics. At the same time, it is also a confirmation for the CE label that can be applied to ECGs by the manufacturer himself under compliance with the EMC regulation. Luminaire manufacturer can significantly reduce their costs and approval efforts with regards to EMC compliance by using already EMC approved ECGs.

2.18 Energie Efficiency Index EEI

2.19 CE Labelling

This label helps consumers identifying the energy consumption of a product. Usually, all Electronic control gear have the best ratings A2 …A3. Dimmable ECG are classified as A1. Magnetic ballasts (CCG) fall under the energy efficiency class C and D and are either already banned from the market or are about to be banned shortly. Low loss ballasts are usually classified in B.

Since January 1996, all products falling under the EU directive of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) must carry the CE label. The CE label indicates the compliance with the requirements of this directive. From January 1997 all products falling under the Low-Voltage directive must also be CE labeled. There is no question that our products comply with the specific EU directives and therefore are labeled with the CE mark.

Regarding CE labelling here the following explanations:

1. CE-label as basis to introduce product to the market

Since 01.01.1996 manufacturers and importers are obliged to apply CE labels to products that have to comply with EMC regulations either directly on the product, its packaging or the accompanying documents. CE labels are obligatory for the sale of products within the European Union. By applying the CE label manufacturers or importers confirm that their products comply with the “basic requirements” of specific European directives and fulfill their protective goals (for example electromagnetic compatibility). Usually the compliance of particular “basic requirements” is given products are manufactured under consideration of harmonized European standards.

2. CE label is a mark for administrative authorities

The CE label is targeted primarily at administrative authorities. It declares to them that CE labeled products comply with European jurisdiction at the time of sale.

3. No rights for commerce and endusers of examining declarations of conformity issued by manufacturers.

The right to ask for and examine declarations of conformity is reserved to authorities controlling the compliance of electric/electronic products with the legal safety requirements. In Germany it is the “Federal Agency for Post and Telecommunication” BAPT (responsible with regards to the EMC directive) and the trade supervisory boards (responsible with regards to the Low-Voltage directive).

4. CE labels are no quality or approval marks

The only purpose of the CE label is to testify that a product complies with legally specified „basic requirements“ of certain directives. It

2.20 CCC Approval

does not make any statement with regards to the quality of labeled products. As a legal administration label without value for endusers it should not be mistaken as an approval mark issued by independent testing institutes (such as ENEC or VDE mark). These testing institutes do also not control the legitimacy of an applied CE label.

Approval mark of the Chinese testing institute CQC (C

enter).

hina Qualification

Since 01.08.2003 this approval mark is required in order to sell Electronic control gear for operation of low pressure discharge lamps in the Chinese market.

OSRAM QUICKTRONIC for operation of T5/∅ 16 mm- fluorescent lamps

...HE and FQ®...HO carry this approval mark.

3. ECG installed in Luminaire: Installations and Operation Instructions

3.1 Wiring Instructions

3.1.1 Cable Types

3.1.2 Cable Cross-Sections

Please pay attention to the voltage value U-OUT imprinted on the ECG housing when wiring luminaires for FH lamps. This value indicates the possible cable type. For voltages greater than 430V cables with the classification H07 have to be used. U-OUT is the maximum voltage that can occur between the lamp terminals or the lamp terminal and the earth connector. For all OSRAM QUICKTRONIC ECG for operation of T5/∅ 16 mm- fluorescent lamps FH allowing luminaires to be wired with cables H05. Cable types are specified through the terminals in use.

The cable cross-sections are marked on the identification plate of the Electronic control gear.

ombi-Wiring (CW) stands for use in automatic or manual wiring. ECG in

30 mm height have the annex CW at the end of the type. ECG types without CW are suitable for manual wiring only in this height. T5-ECG in 21 mm height don’t have this annex as they are equipped with CW terminals only for manual or automatic wiring.

For manual wiring of the IDC a special tool is available for example from WAGO. This tool is listed and can be ordered from WAGO under the order number

0206-0831.

…HE and FQ®…HO U-OUT is less than 430V

…HE or FQ®…HO fluorescent

Ancillary for manual wiring of the IDC-contact of the CW terminals

3.1.2.1 ECG in 30 mm height

3.1.2.2 ECG in 21 mm height

3.1.3 Release of Contacts

3.1.3.1 WAGO 250

Typical values for C

a) Single-core cables

These should have a cross section of 0.5mm² at least and 1.5 mm² at most for the horizontal plug. When using I have a maximum cross section of 0,5 mm²

b) Multi-core cables

horizontal plug

These should have a cross section of 0,5 mm² at least and 1 mm² at most. Multi-core cables can be inserted directly into the horizontal plug terminals. Ferrules may be used but they are not essential. IDC Multi-core cables with a cross section of 0,75 mm² can be used for direct wiring with IDC.

Typical values for C

c) Single-core cables

These should have a cross section of 0,5 mm² at least and 1 mm² at most for the horizontal plug. When using I have a maximum cross section of 0,5 mm²

d) Multi-core cables

horizontal plug

ombi-Wiring terminals of ECG with 30 mm height are:

nsulation Displacement Contacts (IDC) cables should

ombi-Wiring terminals of ECG with 21 mm height are:

nsulation Displacement Contacts (IDC) cables should

3.1.3.2 WAGO 251 – IDC

Release the contact by using the release latch.

Release the contact by pulling the cable upwards. This process can be repeated up to 10 times (depending on the manufacturer) without damaging the terminal. For further details please refer to the data sheets of the manufacturers.

3.1.3.3 WAGO 251 – horizontal plug

3.1.3.4 WAGO 251 mini – IDC

WAGO 251 – horizontal plug

The contact can be released with the help of a small screw driver as

Alternatively the contact can be released by simultaneously twisting and pulling the cable.

3.1.3.5 WAGO 251 mini – horizontal plug

The contact can be released with the help of a special manual tool as shown in the picture below. The tool can be ordered from WAGO under the order number

0206-0830.

Alternatively the contact can be released by simultaneously twisting and pulling the cable.

3.1.4 Insulation

3.1.5 Terminals

3.1.6 Cable routing

Depending on the type of terminal the length of insulation to be stripped from the ends of the cables is different. The exact value can be found on the ECG.

WAGO 250 WAGO 251 WAGO 251-mini Stripped Insulation

8-10 8.5 - 11 8.5 - 11

[mm]

h = 30 mm h = 21 mm QT-FQ…CW WAGO 251 QT-FH MULTI…CW WAGO 251 QT-FH…F/CW WAGO 251 mini QT-FQ…F/CW WAGO 251 mini QT-FQ 2x80 WAGO 251 mini QTi WAGO 251 mini

To ensure good radio interference suppression as well as maximum safety and reliability, the following rules for cable routing should be observed:

1.) Cables between ECG and lamp (HF cables) should be kept as short as possible to reduce electromagnetic interference. Please pay attention to the maximum recommended cable lengths as indicated on the ECG (see also overview in 7.1ff)

2.) Mains and lamp cables should never be routed in parallel. Keep HF cables and mains cables as far away from one another as possible (e.g. 5 to 10 cm). This avoids mutual interference between mains and lamp cables.

3.) Lay HF cables away from earthed metal surfaces (if possible several cm away) to reduce capacitive interference.

4.) If long HF cables are unavoidable (e.g. in master-slave circuits) they should be twisted together.

5.) Keep mains cabled in the luminaire as short as possible to reduce interference.

6.) Do not lay mains cables too close to the ECG or the lamps. This applies in particular to through-wiring.

7.) Avoid crossing mains cables and lamp cables; if this is not possible, they should cross at right angles to reduce mains and HF interference.

8.) Lamp cables at high potential (see section 7.1ff „Hot wires“) must be kept as short as possible, particularly with luminaires for tubular fluorescent lamps such as

…HE and FQ®…HO.

3.2 Electromagnetic Compatibility

3.2.1 Harmonic Content

acc. to EN 61000-3-2

Wiring must comply with the latest versions of the relevant national standards. Cable entry through metal components should never be left unprotected but should be fitted with additional insulation (sleeve, grommet edge protector etc.)

The body of the luminaire or parts thereof must never be employed as a conductor or in any way come into contact with mains or lamp cable conductors (for example as a result of bare cables, too much insulation stripped away, screws protruding through insulation, or sharp metal edges). There is a serious risk that a person may be electrocuted and the control gear damaged beyond repair.

If you are wiring a number of luminaires from a 3 mains supply in a loop (with 5-core cable, for example), you must also ensure that are never connected two phases to the ECG mains terminal instead of the group phase, the neutral conductor and the PE conductor. Otherwise the ECG may fail immediately or within a short time. (see also section 8.4, Troubleshooting)

L and N interchangeable (e.g. for mobile luminaires)?

• Yes case labeling ≈ or

• No case labeling L N

The abbreviation EMC stands for ElectroMagnetic Compatibility. EMC specifications define a series of different test criteria. The most important in connection with electronic control gear are radio interference suppression, harmonic content (up to the 39

harmonic) and immunity to interference.

IEC International European

standard

Radio interference

CISPR 15 EN 55015

suppression Harmonic content Immunity to interference

IEC 61000-3-2 EN 61000-3-2 IEC 61547 EN 61547

The CE symbol on OSRAM QUICKTRONIC control gear indicates compliance with immunity to interference, harmonic content and radio interference suppression requirements. By using the CE label OSRAM, as manufacturer of ECG, confirms the compliance with the requirements of the sandards (see also Section 2.17.2 CE labeling).

Lighting equipment is subject to restrictions on harmonics. The maximum permissible threshold values are defined for two classes of equipment:

• Class C: Effective input power (system wattage) > 25W

• Class D: Effective input power (system wattage) < 25W

The requirements for Class D equipment must be met as of January 1, 2001.

3.2.2 Radio interference

suppression

3.2.2.1 Causes of Radio

Interference

3.2.2.2 Conducted

Interferences acc. to EN 55015

Harmonic number

Proportion in % of the mains current of the fundamental wave (50 Hz)

2 2 3

30 x power factor(λ)

5 10 7 7 9 5

11 < n < 39 3

The specified values apply to Class C ECGs. OSRAM QUICKTRONIC

control gear typically exhibit values well below

the threshold values.

All QUICKTRONIC

units for operation of T5 FH®...HE- and T5 FQ®...HO

fluorescent lamps have a total harmonic distortion (THD) of less than 10%.

Compliance with the limit values for radio interference suppression is also a requirement for the VDE EMC approval.

The ECGs are measured in a reference luminaire.

However, the interference level depends not only on the ECG but also on the arrangement of the lamp and ECG, the luminaire design and in particular the wiring. To obtain approval, compliance with the limit values has to be checked for each luminaire (by the VDE for example).

This is discussed in more detail below.

Radio interference refers to both the radiated and the mains-borne influences of an electrical load on other units connected to the same mains supply and/or in the immediate vicinity. See also Section 4.8.

To ensure that the various electrical loads can operate simultaneously and trouble free, each unit must not exceed certain radio interference values.

A distinction is made here between mains-borne disturbances on the power supply side and atmospheric disturbances due to electromagnetic fields in the vicinity of the luminaires.

These disturbances are caused by non-linear components and the high frequency operation.

3.2.2.3 Disturbances due to

Fields

3.2.2.4 Selective Shielding

By using complex input filters it is possible to reduce these disturbances to a level well below the limits prescribed by the relevant standards. Each and every OSRAM ECG complies with these standards. The way in which an ECG is installed in a luminaire, however, can have a considerable influence.

(see Section 7.5 Installation instruction for luminaires)

Owing to the various dynamic electrical and physical processes in the ECG-lamp system, there is always an electromagnetic field around the luminaire. In defining its effects, a distinction is made between electric and magnetic components.

a) Electrical fields

Because of the high-frequency output voltage the lamp and lamp wiring generate an electrical field. This is attenuated to a level well below that prescribed in the relevant standards by filtering on the output side and by suitable circuit design. What applies to an individual ECG does not always automatically apply to the entire system once the ECG has been installed in the luminaire.

b) Magnetic fields

The magnitude of this field is determined solely by the lamp and the geometrical arrangement of the entire system, particularly by the areas enclosed by the lamp, ECG and wiring. The only recommendation that can be made here is to aim for a selfenclosed structure as far as possible and to comply with the wiring instruction.

The following diagrams show the magnetic lines of force for two simple linear luminaires

3.2.2.5 Installation

Instructions for avoiding Disturbance

a) without reflector b) with a metal reflector

The resulting magnetic field strength in the near field and hence the effect on the environment is reduced in b) by a current induced in a reflector. It is important here for the surface of the reflector to have good electrical conductivity. It is not necessary to earth it.

To shield the electric field, which is always radial around the lamp, it is necessary for the reflector or its surface to be as conductive as possible ant for the connection to earth or to protective earth to be of the lowest possible resistance.

Based on these two requirements, the solution here is to have a reflector, reflector and diffuser or louver with excellent conductivity connected at lowest possible resistance to the ECG earth (PC I) or the PE conductor connection of the luminaire.

The following diagrams show examples of correct and incorrect wiring.

1a) Long-run luminaire with reflector

To avoid interference on the lamp cable, the mains cable shoud be routed to the outside immediately at the luminaire terminal. He lamp cables should be laid in accordance with the criteria specified in Section xx (wiring instructions). The reflector is used here for shielding and should therefore be made of metal and be attached permanently with a high quality plug connector (must have low resistance) to the luminaire body which in turn is connected to control gear earth.

Line voltage

Lam

Hot wires

1b) Bad example

Mains and lamp cables that run in parallel over long distances. This leads inevitably to interaction and therefore to higher energy in the radiated

electromagnetic field. Serious problems can occur if, as described in

Section xx, wiring instructions, the lamp cables that have high potential with respect to earth (hot wires) are not kept as short as possible by connecting them to the nearest lampholder.

3.2.2.6 Asymmetric

installation of ECG

Lam

Hot wires

The following diagrams apply to both recessed and surface-mounted luminaires:

Hot wires

Cables should be laid close to the body of the luminaire. ECG and reflector need a low resistance earth. Wiring must comply with the recommendations in Section xx (Installation instructions for luminaires). The luminaire design provides effective shielding of the electromagnetic field.

Alternative asymmetric installation

Hot wires

This option is equally suitable.

3.2.2.7 Good wiring

arrangement for 2lamp luminaires

Bad example

The electrical connection between the ECG and the luminaire is poor. Unnecessary crossovers have been created leading to poorer and therefore higher resistance connection with earth. This arrangement is also poor from a thermal point of view.

Übergänge

Hot wires

3.2.2.8 Luminaires with

reflector and/or specular louvres

Hot wires

These parts must be made of metal or at least have a surface (i.e. anodized) with excellent electrical conductivity.

a) The reflector acts as an effective shield Provided the reflector has a very good connection to the central earthing point, the lamp is effectively shielded and there can be no interaction with the ECG and the wiring. Electromagnetic fields are also effectively shielded.

The reflector should be connected by a short cable or screw connection to the body. A poor contact or a loss of contact at this point would have an adverse effect on the EMC behaviour of the complete luminaire and could also impair starting.

b) Louvre instead of a reflector

The same applies to louvers as to reflectors. Louvres also have to be good electrical conductors and be connected to luminaire earth.

3.3 Permissible Cable Lengths

3.4 „Hot Wires“

Section 7.1 refers to the maximum recommended cable lengths between the ECG and the lamp. The additional information is discussed elsewhere in this section. These maximum recommended cable lengths must be adhered to in order not to overload the ECG and to ensure that the system will start reliably even under adverse conditions (low ambient temperatures, high humidity levels, aged lamps).

In order to comply with the radio interference suppression limits, the instruction in Section xx must be followed. If the maximum recommended cable lengths for operating an ECG-lamp system are fully exploited, additional radio interference suppression measures may be needed such as shielding or separate filters. Because there are so many different interference factors involved (see Section 3.2), it is not possible to specify a maximum cable length for an ECG-lamp system below which radio interference suppression limits are guaranteed not to be exceeded.

„hot wires“ (high potential). By this we mean the lamp cables which are at the highest potential with respect to circuit earth or protective earth. The other lamp cables are “cold wires” and have a correspondingly lower potential with respect to earth.

3.5 Switching between Lamp and ECG

3.6 Master-Slave Circuit

„Hot wires“ are marked on the unit with the shorter cable length. For reasons of radio interference suppression and reliable starting, the “hot wires” must be kept as short as possible. In other words, you should install the ECG to one side in the luminaire, making the low-potential cables longer so that the length of the high-potential cables can be reduced. This type of installation is to be preferred to symmetrical mounting.

In luminaires equipped with more than one ECG (systems with 3, 4 or more lamps), the ECG and its associated lamp(s) should be assigned to one another. For reasons of radio interference suppression and reliable starting we do not recommend splitting the luminaire into a lamp and ECG part. QUICKTRONIC

ECG for 3- and 4-lamp operation of FH®…HE fluorecent lamps have been optimally designed to comply with just that recommendation.

For reasons given above we also advise against splitting the ECG into units located in the luminaire and units located outside the luminaire (e.g. on the back of the luminaire) if this means much longer cables between the ECG and the lamps.

In some special applications it may be necessary to disconnect or switch the cables between the ECG and the lamp(s).

If changeover units are used (emergency lighting modules with internal switching) which supply the lamp directly from an emergency supply and interrupt the system circuit between the ECG and the lamp, the following must be observed:

• Changeover or disconnection of the lamps from the ECG to the

external unit must be on all terminals.

• When switching back from the external supply to ECG operation,

the lamp(s) must first be connected at all terminals to the ECG before the ECG is supplied with power again, otherwise the cutout in the ECG will operate.

• Many of these emergency lighting units available on the market do

not comply with the normal operating conditions of the lamp and will therefore damage it. In such cases, OSRAM cannot guarantee that the lamp will last as long as indicated.

Wiring recommendations for OSRAM QUICKTRONIC

ECG for multi-lamp

operation of T5/∅ 16 mm- fluorescent lamps with exemplary emergency units are given in Section 6.5.2ff.

An additional single-lamp „slave luminaire“ can be supplied from a twolamp ECG installed in a single-lamp „master luminaire“.

This requires a 4-core connecting cable between the two luminaries and, in general, different cable lengths between the ECG and the lamp in the

3.6.1 Max. length of the connecting cable between 2 luminaries

“master luminaire” and between the ECG and the lamp in the “slave luminaire”. The following requirements apply to the physical arrangement of the two luminaires:

Max. length of the connecting cable between two luminaries [m]

QTi 2x No master-slave circuit possible QT-FH 2x14-35/230-240 CW 1 m QT-FQ 2x…CW 0.5 m QT-FH 2x…/230-240 F/CW and QT-FQ 2x…/230-240 F/CW

No mater slave circuit possible

The recommended cable lengths are maximum values which must be observed. For information about cable routing in the “slave luminaire” as well as in the “master luminaire” for maximum cable lengths please see the recommendation in Section 7.1. For maximum cable lengths please see the recommendation in Section

8.1.1ff.

3.7 PE-Connection for

Protection Class I Luminaires

max.

0.5 m

ECG with 6-pole terminal

Exposed metal parts of luminaries of protection class I must be reliably and permanently connected to a PE conductor. For all QT-FH... CW, QTFQ...CW and QT…F/CW one ore both fastening screws are used for grounding. Serrated washers to improve the earth connection are recommended.

QUICKTRONIC

INTELLIGENT QTi ECGs have an additional ground

terminal to suppress radio interference (“functional” earth).

DA (–)

DA (+)

QTi 1x...

Wiring 1-lamp QTi

DA (–)

DA (–) DA (+)

DA (+)

Wiring 2-lamp QTi

1 2

2 3

3 4

4 5

5 6

6 7

QTi 2x...

21 22

22 23

23 24

24 25

25 26

26 27

To obtain good radio interference suppression, the PE conductor and the line mains cables should not be lais parallel to the lamp cables or alongside the ECG.

3.8 Functional Earth for

Luminaires of Protection Class II

Radio interference: 9 kHz to 300 MHz

9 kHz to 300 MHz

Metallic plate / metal reflector/ metal grid

Lampe

Lamp

Low

EVG

ECG

L N

Due to the earth connection of the ECG to a metal plate ore the luminaire body, an “internal” short circuit exists in luminaires of protection class I. It means that the interference and leakage currents are redirected into the ECG and, therefore, no so-called interference voltage are generated when measuring conducted disturbances according to CISPR 15. The emitted interference level of such a system is “low”.

Radio interference: 9 kHz to 300 MHz

High

L N

Lam

EVG

ECG

Plasics housing

In this case, the ECG is mounted in a plastic housing. Therefore, the capacitive leakage currents generated by the system lamp and ECG are not circulating within the luminaire, they are fed back into the mains supply via the luminaire environment. The magnitude of these leakage currents depends very much on the mechanical design of a luminaire and its surroundings and on the specific features of the various lamp types

(FH

…HE or FQ®…HO) and hence can be very different. They cause interferences on the mains side with regards to measurements of conducted disturbances according to CISPR 15.

3.8.1 General Information

The functional earth in this arrangement restores the internal short circuit of the system. Î no interaction of the capacitive currents of the system lampECG with the mains side and therefore no disturbances with regards to CISPR 15 measurements.

3.8.2 Practical Details

Radio interference: 9 kHz to 300 MHz

Lamp

Low

ECG

L N

Plastics housing

Due to the partly high lamp voltages of T5 fluorescent lamps we recommend to apply a functional earth to T5-lamps for improved radio interference suppression.

Different Electronic Control Gear have to be connected to functional earth for protection class II luminaires (potential equalisation): e.g. QUICKTRONIC There is no coherence between the functional earth and the ground wire. Thus the functional earth can be connected in luminaires of protection class II.

Attention should be paid to:

1.) Luminaire

1.1) Construction

ECG housing and wire of functional earth have to be observed as active parts.

- Requirement regarding double or boosted Insulation against metal parts or the luminaire surface have to be kept.

- the wire for the functional earth connection must not be marked in yellow/green

INTELLIGENT QTi)

1.2) Terminal Labelling

Acc. to EN 60445/VDE0197 the functional earth connection has to be marked with the letters „FE“ or the below label. See label in Section

In any case the symbol of the protective earth

3.7.

must not be used for a

3.9 Temperature Ranges

3.9.1 Self heating ECG

functional earthing!

2.) Instruction manual

The necessity of the functional earthing of an ECG due to EMI reasons is noted in the technical data or in addition on the type label of the ECG with the appropriate symbol. The regulations for the skinning and the max. length of the wire are valid for L- and N-conductor. The length of the functional earth must not exceed the max. length of the other wires. IEC 60363/VDE V0800-2-548 have to be observed for the functional earthing.

3.) Manufacturing

As the functional earthing isn’t a safety measure of the luminaire, the

test of the ground wire connections can be omitted.

To guarantee a reliable operation temperature ranges indicated on the housing (ambient temperature of the ECG) as measurement temperature tc have to be observed. In general, the lower the operating temperature of an ECG the higher its service life. (See Section

The temperature must be assessed separately for the two system components (ECG and lamp). In the case of the lamp, there are physical laws that restrict the temperature range, whereas in the case of the ECG fixed limits must be set in order to ensure reliable operation. Apart from this, there are external factors such as the reciprocal influences of ECG, lamp and luminaire and the selected installation site which all of which have an influence. Compliance with the specified limits and hence the guarantee of the operational reliability are the responsibility of the relevant luminaire or system manufacturer.

Operation of electronic control gear outside the recommended temperature ranges can result in the following behaviour:

ECG ambient temperatures are too low:

Fluorescent lamps cannot be started reliably. At too low temperatures some electronic components may not be functional or at least limited in their operation.

ECG ambient temperatures are too high:

ECG life shortened or ECG even damaged. Î High ECG failure rate.

Important:

These limit temperatures apply even if the units are not in operation or are in storage. Typical temperature values for storage of ECG are: Storage temperature: -40 °C to max. +80 °C Humidity: 5 % to max. 85 %

Because of their low losses, OSRAM QUICKTRONIC® ECG for operation

2.10, Reliability of ECG)

3.9.2 Control Gaer Temperatures

3.9.2.1 Measuring Point

Temperature tc

of T5/∅ 16 mm- fluorescent lamps FH

...HE and FQ®...FO have a very low thermal output, producing typically between 10 °C and 20 °C temperature rise. It allows a wide range of ambient temperatures which is covering almost all applications. If not, adequate measures must be taken in the luminaire or at the site of installation to improve the thermal balance of the luminaire.

If the limit temperature is expected to be exceeded for only short periods (less than one hour, as may be the case in outdoor installations in direct sunlight), but most of the entire time the operating temperature is below the maximum recommended value (at night-time, for example), a certain balance between reduction and extension of service life may be expected. However, there is no guarantee from our side that this will be the case.

The temperature at the tc point must never be exceeded by more than 10 °C, otherwise the unit is very likely to suffer permanent damage.

ECGs may also suffer permanent damage if they are operated below the specified minimum temperature. As already mentioned, if the lamps are also too cold, there will be problems with starting, low luminous flux and a shift towards the red end of the spectrum.

For installing ECGs in luminaires, the measuring point temperature tc on the case is of major importance in any thermal analysis. The maximum recommended value for the unit and marked on the housing must not be exceeded in order to reach the service life as specified in the data sheet.

To obtain a safety approval according to EN 60598 for a luminaire, this temperature limit my be exceeded by up to 5 °C. However, this application has a reducing effect on the ECG service life.

According to EN 60598, tc (c stands for case) is the maximum recommended temperature that may occur at an indicated point on the ECG (Tc measuring point) during normal operation at rated voltage and within the specified temperature range.

In practice, the temperature rise of the housing results from the self-heating of the unit, which in turn results from the power loss and the ambient temperature of the ECG. This is influenced by the position of the lamp and the design of the luminaire and is consequently always higher than the ambient temperature of the luminaire.

Exceeding the maximum recommended tc temperature by a few degrees drastically reduces the expected service life of the unit. If the temperature is exceeded by more than 10 °C, a 50 % reduction in service life can be expected. At 20 °C or more above the maximum recommended temperature the unit is likely to fail very quickly. The limit temperatures of various electronic components ,such as transistors, are primarily responsible for this.

3.9.2.2 Ambient Temperature

C5°C

C0°C

C5°C

ECG : ta

3.9.3 Lamp Temperature

If, however, the temperature at the tc point is permanently 10 °C or more below the maximum, the expected service life of the unit will be approximately doubled.

According to EN 60598-1, ta (a stands for ambient) is the maximum value of the steady state temperature at which, during normal operation, limit temperature tc is not exceeded at the measuring point.

Also according to EN 60598-1, there are precisely defined testing and measuring requirements for both surface mounted luminaires (pendant and portable, for example floor lights) and recessed luminaries.

The maximum values specified in the lamp documentation for cold-spot temperature (see Technical Specification T5 Fluorescent Lamps) are important operating criteria for the lamp and must not be exceeded nor fallen below under any circumstances in order to achieve optimum luminous flux. The ambient temperature to reach the maximum lumen output is 35°C for T5/∅ 16 mm fluorescent lamps FH and 25 °C for FC

- circular fluorescent lamps

..HE and FQ®...HO,

3.9.3.1 Maximum Luminous Flux for T5/

∅ 16 mm-

Fluorescent Lamps

Placement of th filaments for T8 lamps

Placement of the filaments for T5 lamps

Further lamp and ECG should not heat each other. ECG should be dissipated through good thermal connection between ECG and luminaire housing. Usually, T5-fluorescent lamps reach their standard electric properties (rated values) which are used for lighting design purposes at ambient temperatures of 25 °C. Their maximum light outputs, however, are achieved at ambient temperatures of 35 °C.

T5 FH28W (nearly constant power supply): Lumin ous flux / Voltage - Horseshoe

100%

COLD SPOT temperature

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

relative light output

30%

20%

-25°C

10%

0°C

55% 60% 65% 70% 75% 80% 85% 90% 95% 100%

70°C

75°C

80°C

85°C

90°C

75°C

-5°C

15°C

10°C

5°C

60°C

65°C

45°C

55°C

ambient temperature

5°C

25°C

20°C

relative lamp voltage

50°C 45°C

55°C

35°C

30°C

100%

25°C

40°C

35°C

relative light output

Luminous flux FH®…HE and FQ®…HO fluorescent lamps related to the lamp ambient temperature

T5 FQ54W (nearl y const ant power supply) : Luminous flux / Volt age - Horseshoe

COLD SPOT t emper atur e

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

30%

20%

-25°

10%

-5°

60% 65% 70% 75% 80% 85% 90% 95% 100%

75°

80°

85°

78°

90°

-5°

15°

10°

70°

20°

65°

55°

relative lamp volt age

60°

45°

ambient temperature

25°

50°C45°

55°

35°

25°

35°

30°

40°

3.9.4 General

Recommendations for Installation

3.9.5 Measuring the

Temperature

At significantly lower or higher cold-spot temperatures than the specified temperature the electrical properties of the lamps change drastically and there is a significant reduction in luminous flux.

In normal cases of significant deviations, the shutdown mechanism in the ECG will operate. In extreme cases there may be damage to the electronic control gear.

If the lamp temperature is too low it may be difficult to start and the luminous flux may be too low. Selecting a different site for installation generally helps, or using some kind of outer tube to conserve the heat of the lamp. It is important that this outer tube is installed on the etched lamp side around the electrode (cold spot). In any case, we recommend that luminaire manufacturer informs the electrician by printing the information on the inside of the luminaire.

If the ambient temperatures are too high the ECG can be damaged and the light output is too low. An optimized cooling is necessary. In order to avoid a thermal interference when operating a multi-lamp T5system, it is required to install the lamps always with the lamp etch on one side.

It is important to ensure that the lamp and the ECG are positioned in the luminaire so that they do not mutually heat one another and that the ECG power loss can be properly dissipated even at the maximum expected ambient temperature and/or supply voltage.

The tc-temperature at the measuring point on the ECG must not be exceeded during operation even at the maximum expected ambient temperature and/or supply voltage. Under “normal” ambient conditions the tc-temperature measured at the measuring point should be at least 5 °C to 10 °C below the specified maximum value so there is a safety margin to allow for extreme situations.

It may be necessary to split lamp and ECG (with, say, the lamp in the luminaire and the ECG in the stand or luminaire support) such that the absence of special measures the lamp and the ECG would not mutually heat each other if arranged in close proximity, leading to excessive temperatures of the lamps and/or the ECG. In such arrangements ensure that the maximum cable length between ECG and lamp(s) is not exceeded and the wiring instructions under Section

The simplest way to measure the relevant temperatures on the lamp (especially at the cold-spot) and on the ECG (tc point) is with thermocouples fixed to the lamp/ECG and a suitable measuring instrument. Make sure the adhesive used is neutral in terms of its thermal, electrical and photometric properties.

To measure the ECG temperature it is convenient to have a thermocouple permanently attached to a housing cover and to exchange this for the original cover.

The temperature values should only be measured when the steady-stae temperature has been reached (in other words, when there has been no

4.1 and 7.1 are followed.

3.10 Luminaire Wiring Test

for Two-lamp Luminaires

significant change in temperature for some time). The supply voltage should be held constant at least throughout the entire measuring cycle at the rated voltage of the lamp.

The

following procedure is recommended for the thermal analysis of the

luminaire, taking into account the design requirements specified in EN 60598-1:

1. Thermal situation in the luminaire without contol gear heat.

Luminaire in measurement setup according to EN 60598-1 in standard mounting position, equipped with ECG and lamp and fitted with thermocouples. The lamp is supplied from external control gear, and not from the built-in ballast. In this way the temperature rise in the entire set-up resulting only from the lamp can be measured and the thermal “link” to the environment can be optimized.

Thermal situation in the luminaire with contol gear heat.

Arrangement as described in 1., but the lamp is supplied from internal control gear. By comparison with the measured values obtained already, the additional heat generated by the ECG can now be assessed.

lamp terminal

N L

Earth connection via ECG- housing

QUICKTRONIC

1 2

2 3

3 4

output

output socket 1

socket 1

output

output socket 2

socket 2

3.10.1 Testing with a Test

Adapter and Dummy Lamps

¾Insulation test: 500 VDC acc. to EN 60598 app. 3...5 sec.; R = 2MΩ

¾High voltage test (100% for each luminaire)

A more precise wiring test for two-lamp luminaries than the one described in Section 3.10.1 can be performed with a test adapter (own design with the resistors shown in the diagram) and a sample tube (dummy lamp with sockets measuring the resistance). This test can be used for two-lamp luminaires equipped with the before mentioned ECGs.

The test is performed on the wired luminaire without mains voltage and without lamps.

1. The test adapter is inserted behind the release lever of the 45°-

plug-in terminals or, in the case of combi-wiring terminals, in the respective non-wired IDC or horizontal plug-in contact.

2. Instead of the lamps the two dummy lamps are inserted in the lampholders of the empty luminaire.

Dummy 1

Dummy 2

E F

Adapter

C D

G H

3. Measure the resistance between A and B and between C and D. The resistance between A and B and between C and D should be 100 Ω.

4. Measure the resistance between E and F and between G and H in the same way.

If the measured resistance is not 100 Ω, the wiring is incorrect.

3.11 ECG Operation for Luminaires of Protection Classes I and II

3.12 Insulation Distances in Luminaires

3.13 Insulation Test

In accordance with EN 60598, luminaires are grouped into protection classes according to the measures taken against contact with high voltages.

In the case of protection class I luminaires, all accessible parts which may become live as a result of a fault must have a good conductive connection to the PE conductor. The conductive link between the luminaire and the ECG must not be provided by the PE conductor of the ECG but by appropriate mechanical design features (such as using serrated edge washers or serrated head bolts).

In the case of protection class II luminaires, live parts must be provided with reinforced or double insulation. Protection class II luminaires do not therefore have an earth connection (except protection class II luminaries with functional earth).

ECGs only approved for installation in luminaires are not assigned to a protection class since protection classes are defined only for end products (such as luminaires) and not for components.

All QUICKTRONIC

...HE and FQ®...FO are, in principle, suitable for operation in protection

units to operate T5/∅ 16 mm-fluorescent lamps

class I and II, unless otherwise indicated in the latest edition of the Lighting Programme or under www.osram.com/ecg However, radio interference suppression and temperatures must be checked in each case.

As a general rule, we can say that the thermal properties in open metallic luminaires (typically protection class I luminaires) are normally better than in enclosed plastic luminaires (typically protection class II luminaires) because of the good thermal conductivity of metal (heat sink effect) and better convection possibilities in the luminaire.

The use of luminaires is subject of a series of regulations governing electrical safety (shock protection) and operational reliability in wet, dusty, corrosive, flammable and explosive conditions. European standard EN 60598 applies to the electrical safety of luminaires.

To guarantee the electrical safety of luminaires, special attention must be paid to clearances and tracking distances. These terms are defined as follows in EN 60598-1-11 for the mains terminal of the luminaire: „Tracking distances at the mains terminal shall be measured between the active parts in the terminals an any exposed metal part. Clearance shall be measured between the incoming mains cable and exposed metal parts (i.e. from the bare end from which the insulation has been stripped the furthest to the metal part that is exposed). On the side of the terminal to which the internal wires are connected, the clearance shall be measured between the active parts and the exposed metal parts.”

For further information please refer to luminaire standard EN 60598.

Luminaires must be subjected to insulation and high voltage testing (according to EN 60598, VDE 0711, PM 395). Proceed as follows:

• Input and output terminals of the ECG – except the PE conductor

terminal – must be connected conductively with one another.

3.13.1 Dielectric Resistance

in Lighting Systems

3.13.2 Mesuring the

Dielectric Resistance between N and PE or L and PE

• Conduct insulation test at 500 VDC; the leakage current should not

exceed 0.25 mA.

• Carry out high voltage test at 1.5 kV AC/50 Hz. This voltage must

be maintained for 1 s without flash-over (i.e. leakage current < 10 mA).

The following are recommended alternatives for the luminaire manufacturers (PM 333, PM 395):

• 100 % high voltage testing (insulation testing may be omitted) or

• 100 % insulation testing and 1-2% high voltage testing or

• testing by agreement with the testing authority (such as VDE,

KEMA, SEMKO)

Dielectric resistance in lighting systems (> 0.5 MΩ) can be measured in accordance with DIN VDE 0100 Part 600 Section 9 between:

a) The outer conductors (L1, L2, L3) and the protective

earth (PE) conductor

b) The neutral conductor (N) and the protective earth (PE)

conductor c) The outer conductors (L1, L2, L3) among themselves d) The outer conductors (L1, L2, L3) and the neutral

conductor (N)

The insulation test is performed at 500 VDC.

(See picture in Section 3.10) Tests are performed on new and existing installations. In existing installations the test may be carried out without isolating the luminaire approx. every two or three years. There must be no electrical connection between the neutral conductor (N) and the PE conductor. In this insulation measurement (500 VDC with respect to PE), the neutral conductor isolating terminal should only be disconnected if mains voltage is disconnected! Make sure the connection is secure before reapplying mains voltage. Failure to observe these instructions may lead to destruction of all the ECGs in the system due to an unbalanced load and a resultant overvoltage. Recommendation: 500 VDC = max. 1 mA measurement current

Measurement procedure:

• The ECG appears momentarily to have low resistance (charging of

the capacitors in the interference suppression filter).

• The ECG then appears to have high resistance.

An insulation fault in the lamp circuit does not affect the ECG.

The ECG will not be damaged by insulation tests provided a maximum current of 1 mA is not exceeded (the measuring equipment must be designed as a current source with an internal resistance of 500 kΩ).

Important:

Before using the lighting system, check for correct N conductor connections! While the lighting system is in operation, never interrupt the neutral conductor!

3.13.3 Three-Phase Operation

3.13.4 Resistance to Overvoltage for QUICKTRONIC T5/∅ 16 mmFluorescent Lamps

3.14 Inrush Current /

Automatic Circuit Breakers

for

Tthe proper connection of the N conductor is very important in an installation for even load distribution in a three-phase operation.

The following diagram shows both the correct and the faulty wiring and ist possible impact:

phase-Phase

= UNx √3

(z.B. 400V~)

UN* > U

(z.B. 230V~)

• UN* > UN

• Theoretical maximum value:

*max = UN x √3 (= 400 VAC @ UN = 230 VAC)

• In practice:

* < 350 V in most cases

(no complete asymmetrical load distribution)

QUICKTRONIC

...HE and FQ®...HO have the following resistance to overvoltage:

-ECG for operation of T5/∅ 16 mm- fluorescent lamps

QUICKTRONIC® INTELLIGENT, QTi

Resistance to overvoltage

350V Î continuous 400V Î 48 hours

QT-FH ... CW (30 mm height)

QT-FQ ... CW (30 mm height)

300V Î continuous 320V Î 48 hours 350V Î 2 hours

QT-FH ... F/CW (21 mm height) QT-FQ ... F/CW (21 mm height)

300V Î continuous 320V Î 48 hours 350V Î 2 hours

When an ECG is switched on, a starting current pulse of very short duration (< 1 ms) occurs as the storage capacitors responsible for internal power supply charge up. If a large number of ECGs are switched on simultaneously (particularly if they are switched on at peak rated voltage) a starting current will flow that will reduce the recommended number of ECGs per automatic circuit breaker below that which would apply if we were to consider only their rated currents. All switching equipment and protection devices must therefore be selected according to their current carrying capacity.

The values mentioned in Section 7.3 refer solely to the automatic circuit breakers type B from Siemens.

3.15 RCDs / Fault Currents

3.16 Leakage Current

3.17 ECGs in Three-Phase

Operation

In the case of ECGs with protective earth (PE) connections, both the high short duration starting current and the small continuous current through the interference suppression capacitors in the ECG can trip the residual current detector (RCD).

The following solutions may be considered:

• Devide the luminaires into three phases and use three-phase RCDs

• Use surge-current-resistant, short-delay

• Use 30 mA RCDs (if possible)

In Section

7.3 are the values for QUICKTRONIC

T5/∅ 16 mm- fluorescent lamps FH

...HE and FQ®...HO.

ECG for operation of

In protection class I luminaires, the internal HF filter in an ECG with PE conductor connection produces a 50 Hz leakage current through the earth conductor whose value depends on the product type.

This 50 Hz leakage current limits the number of ECGs that can be operated on an RCD.

For all QUICKTRONIC

...HE and FQ®...HO the following applies:

units to operate T5/∅ 16 mm- fluorescent lamps

Leakage current < 0.5 mA

When using electronic control gear in a three-phase operation the following points have to be considered:

1. Check whether the mains voltage is within the application range of the ECG (DC/AC range from 198 V to 254 V).

2. The mains connection on the installation side may only be made to the luminaire terminal. For luminaries or luminaire groups in 3phase circuits.

3. Make absolutely sure that the neutral conductor is correctly connected to all the ECG-luminaires and that it is making proper contact.

4. Cables may only be disconnected or connected when no voltage is present.

5. For 3x230/240 V supply networks in triangular circuit arrangements, protection by way of common disconnection of the phase conductor is necessary.

Important:

• In new installations the load must not be connected when the insulation resistance is measured with 500 V DC, since according to VDE 0100 T600 Section 9 the test voltage is also applied between the neutral conductor (N) and all three external lines (L1, L2, L3. In existing installations it is sufficient to carry out an insulation test between the external lines (L1, L2, L3) and the protective earth without disconnecting the loads. The neutral conductor (N) and the protective earth (PE) may not be electrically connected in any way when this is done. For this insulation measurement (500 V DC to earth) the neutral conductor disconnection terminal may only be opened with the mains voltage switched off!

• Before the equipment is put into operation, make sure that the N conductor is correctly connected!

• During operation do not disconnect the N conductor on ist own or first!

Luminaires or luminaire groups can also be wired in 3-phase operation with a common N conductor (neutral conductor) as seen in the diagram

3.14.2

If the common neutral conductor is interrupted in a 3-phase star configuration and voltage is present, then luminaires or groups of luminaires operated with ECG may be exposed to unacceptably high voltages and the ECG itself may be destroyed.

See also Section QUICKTRONIC

...HE and FQ®...HO.

3.14.3 for high voltage resistance of different

types to operate T5/∅ 16 mm- fluorescent lamps

4. Lamp Wiring

4.1 h = 21 mm

4.1.1 QUICKTRONIC® INTELLIGENT 1-lamp version

4.1.2 QUICKTRONIC INTELLIGENT 2-lamp version

4.1.3 QT-FH MULTIWATT F/CW

4.1.4 QT-FQ F/CW 1-lamp version

4.1.5 QT-FQ F/CW 2-lamp version

4.2 h= 30 mm

4.2.1 QT-FH MULTIWATT 1- and 2-lamp version

4.2.2 QT-FH 3- and 4-lamp version

4.2.3 QT-FQ 1-lamp version

4.2.4 QT-FQ 2-lamp version

General Information:

Technical data edition May 2005 are used for this edition. Generally the ECG imprint is valid. Technical data are subject to change without any notes.

5.1 Definition

INTELLIGENT

5.2 Lamp Detection as

Fundamental Advantage

5.3 QTi – the High-tech

ECG

5.4 QTi – Advantages

5. QUICKTRONIC® INTELLIGENT

Electronic Control Gear of OSRAM labelled with this sign are realised in µController technology. The ECG to operate T5/∅ 16 mm-fluorescent lamps in equal length detect the lamps and operate them with rated data.

Thanks to this different lamp wattages and types can be operated with one ECG type only.

In the past, T5/∅ 16 mm-fluorescent lamp systems have been devided in two different families, FQ With HO-fluorescent lamp systems high lumen packages (i.e. HO 80 W with up to 7.000 lm) can be realized. FH are not very powerful but extremely efficient (luminous efficacy up to 104 lm/W). Both lamp families have the same lamp lengths, however, different wattages (see Section 2.2) which, up to now, required always a dedicated ECG. This is now a thing of the past due to QTi and their possibility to combine T5 fluorescent lamps of equal length. These T5 lamp types can be operated with just one QTi:

14W HE + FQ® 24W HO ( 549 mm)

21W HE + FQ® 39W HO ( 849 mm)

28W HE + FQ® 54W HO (1,149 mm)

35W HE + FQ® 49 W HO + FQ® 80W HO (1,449 mm)

As QUICKTRONIC fluorescent lamps and operate them according to their optimal electric parameters, lamps reach their maximum lamp life. As a result, lamp replacement intervals can be significantly extended. Due to the minimal losses of QUICKTRONIC balance of T5 systems is optimised. The proven OSRAM cut-off technology (turning off the electrode preheating after the lamp started) contributes to the improved energy savings. For the first time, this is also possible for dimmable ECG QTi … DIM thanks to QUICKTRONIC technology.

QUICKTRONIC

INTELLIGENT QTi reduce not only the cost of

illumination, they also increase the productivity

• Less number of fixture types in the production process

(for example only one basic type for 35/

• Less complexity in manufacturing through:

- identical wiring for dimmable and non dimmable QTi

- identical case dimensions (1- or 2-lamp versions)

- cw-terminal (combi wiring) for mechanical and manual wiring

• New design options for super flat T5 luminaires due to minimal

height of only 21 mm for QTi.

QUICKTRONIC

INTELLIGENT, QTi also reduce the cost through:

…HO and FH®…HE.

…HE fluorescent lamp systems

INTELLIGENT automatically detect T5/∅ 1 6mm

INTELLIGENT the energy

INTELLIGENT

49/ 80 Watt)

5.5 QTi – Practically

Applied

5.6 Technical Specialties

for non-dimmable QTi

5.6.1 Inrush current limitation

• Less stock keeping of luminaires (approx. 50 % less types)

• Change of lumen output possible at any time simply by replacing

the lamp

• No wrong lamp types by mistake with effect on the lamp life

• Lower number of luminaires to be stocked at the user’s facility

In industrial applications different minimum illumination levels have to be applied according to law. Up to now, this required separate luminaire types. From now on, this requirement can be fulfilled with only one basic luminaire type fitted with different lamps.

For example:

Workplace for technical drawing 1000 Lux, R

> 80 Î FQ® 80W HO

• Workplace for mechanical

manufacturing 500 Lux, R

• Factory traffic 300 Lux, R

> 80 Î FQ® 49W HO

> 80 Î FH® 35W HE

With the new family QUICKTRONIC

INTELLIGENT, QTi, OSRAM contributes to reduce the cost of our business partners in terms of logistics or to more flexibility in lighting installations.

Einschaltstrombegrenzung auf max. 1,5 A bei TH= 0,5 ms

16A-Automat

typischerweise

bisher

28 Stk.

1-lp.EVG

(15 Stk. 2-lp. EVG)

Charakteristik B

41 Stk.

QTi

nicht dimmbar

1x...

(28 Stk. 2x...)

The new micro-controller technology allows alternative circuits in the input section of an electronic control gear. Therefore it is now possible to equip non-dimmable versions with a limitation of the starting current.

By limiting the starting currents almost twice as many QTi units can be operated on a single automatic circuit breaker than compared to singlewattage ECGs.

This product feature reduces the wiring efforts in lighting installations.

See Section

7.3 for specific values of starting currents.

5.6.2 Resistance to Overvoltage up to 400V

5.6.3 Lamp-ECGCombination

5.6.3.1 Straight Fluorescent

types

Usually, electronic control gear work with input voltages between 220 V and 240 V in a standard three-phase installation. If the contact of the neutral conductor is missing or faulty, this value can rise – depending on the load distribution – up to a maximum value of

√

2 * 230 V = 400 V

The resistance to overvoltage of non-dimmable QTi is 300 V for the duration of two hours. Depending on the load distribution in an installation normally values between 280 V and 400 V are achieved. To integrate an optical warning signal without additional stress of components QUICKTRONIC

INTELLIGENT units shut down the lamps at voltages greater than 290 V. At the input of the ECG the input voltage is measured in an interval of ms and the lamp is automatically restarted once the voltage drops below 290 V, thus avoiding to influence the lamp life.

Besides the combination of T5/∅16mm-fluorescent lamps of equal length additional fluorescent lamps can be operated in combination with QTi. All lamp combinations have an ENEC approval, which means that the fluorescent lamps are operated without loss of lumens compared to singlewattage types.

Combinations with FH, FQ, T8

QTi 1x14/24/21/39

QTi 1x28/54

QTi 1x35/49/80

QTi 2x14/24/21/39

QTi 2x28/54

QTi 2x35/49

Q Ti 2x35/49

FH 21

21 W



FH 28



FH 14



FQ 54

54 W



L 30

30 W



L 58

58 W

L 70

70 W



L 36

36 W



5.6.3.2 Compact and Circular lamp types

5.6.4 Wiring

Combinations with DL, DF, FC

FC 22

22 W

FC 40

40 W

FC 55

55 W

   



   

QTi 1x14/24/21/39

QTi 1x14/24/21/39 QTi 1x28/54

QTi 1x28/54 QTi 1x35/49/80

QTi 1x35/49/80 QTi 2x14/24/21/39

QTi 2x14/24/21/39 QTi 2x28/54

QTi 2x28/54 QTi 2x35/49

QTi 2x35/49

DL 18

18 W

DL 24

24 W

DL 36

36 W

DL 40

40 W

DL 55

55 W



24 W

DF 36

36 W

All single-lamp or two-lamp versions of QTi have identical wiring no matter if dimmable with DALI-interface, dimmable with 1-10 V-interface or nondimmable.

DA (–)

DA (+)

QTi 1x...

DA (–)

DA (+)

QTi 2x...

Cables which should kept short are always applied to the terminals with the highest numbers. For absolute cable lengths see Section

1-lamp version: #26 and 27 2-lamp version: #24, 25, 26 and 27

This product feature allows the pre-production of luminaires with cable harnesses.

7.2.

5.6.5 Dimensions

5.7 FAQ

Harmonised and identical dimensions for all 1-lamp and 2-lamp QTi is another product feature increasing the flexibility in luminaire design and production.

Dimensions of all 1-lamp versions (l x b x h) 360 x 30 x 21 mm

Dimensions of all 2-lamp versions (l x b x h) 423 x 30 x 21 mm

• Can FH

together with a 2-lamp QTi?

No, because in this case both fluorescent lamps are not operated at their rated data. The ECG will not be damaged, however a significant difference in the luminous flux of both lamps can be seen.

• Will the lamp detection be repeated with every restart of the ECG?

Yes, a the clear lamp detection with every restart is guaranteed. The fluorescent lamps start within 1 second.

• Can QTi also be operated in emergency lighting installation at DC

voltage?

Yes, QTi are suitable for the operation with DC voltage.

• Does the entire approval have to be done for all lamp wattages?

No, according to an international testing institute the entire approval must only be carried out for the system with the highest wattage. All other T5/ reduced testing procedure. However, we recommend to discuss these details with the according national approval authorities. .

…HE and FQ®…HO- fluorescent lamps be operated

∅ 16 mm-fluorescent lamp combinations are subject to a

6. Special Applications

6.1 Outdoor Application

6.1.1 Installation

Instructions

If you intend using electronic control gear for T5/∅ 16 mm- fluorescent lamps in outdoor luminaires, it is important to remember that depending on the design of the luminaire, it may be exposed to moisture and humidity.

The level of protection of the luminaire (IP ... according to DIN 40050/IEC

529) determines whether standard or special ECG have to be installed.

1) In luminaires of ingress protection type „5“ (protected against water jets: IP 65 for example) standard ECG can be used since dampness cannot penetrate this type of luminaire. So there is no risk of the ECG being corroded.

2) In the case of luminaires of protection type „3“ (protected against splash water, IP 43 for example), it is possible that water droplets will penetrate and cause corrosion. We therefore recommend using a protective housing (OUTKIT) over the ECGs for these luminaires. When using QUICKTRONIC OUTKIT (see Section proper strain relief of the ECG in the OUTKIT cases.

Typical applications include lighting systems for car washes, petrol stations, outdoor advertising, swimming poops etc. For these applications we recommend to use the ECG in combination with OUTKIT.

In addition to general installation and wiring instructions (Section 3) the following information is important:

• The mains connection terminals on the ECGs should point

downwards. In other words, the control gear should be installed vertically or upside down with the base of the ECG uppermost, otherwise horizontally with a slight incline (5 to 10°). This will prevent condensate from collecting inside the unit and causing short-circuits on the printed circuit board and tripping the RCD as a result of leakage currents.

• All ECG terminals that are not protected by vertical or upside down

installation should be covered by arched metal plates or plastics (better with regards to corrosion) so that spray water and condensate cannot drip into the terminals and therefore into the ECG.

• Place ECGs on spacers to protect them from dripping

water/condensation.

• To prevent water entering the control gear through the terminals

along the incoming or outgoing cables, it is best to bend the cables ahead of the terminals (to provide a water pocket or drip point). To ensure success, the lowest point of the kink should lie below the level of the terminal inlet.

• A small opening at the lowest point on the luminaire is also

recommended so that condensation can escape. However, this opening should be protected so that rain and spray cannot enter.

of 21 mm height in combination with

6.1.2) special attention should be paid to the

6.1.2 OUTKIT

6.2 T5-ECG in Sound Studios

6.2.1 Noise and how to

avoid it

In summary, we can say that the ECG should be installed in such a way that spray, water drops and condensation cannot enter the ECG and that moisture and condenses inside the ECG can run out. An ECG can withstand condensation for short periods but long-term exposure to moisture should be avoided. The ECG must be operated for at least 30 minutes per day so that condensation inside the ECG can evaporate.

The luminaire casing should not be hermetically sealed. Instead, it should be ventilated so that the condensate that forms during the cool-down period as a result of the change in temperature (a luminaire is switched on, say, at –10 °C, warms up during operation to +30 °C and then cools down again to –10 °C after it has been switched off) is not trapped inside the unit and can evaporate safely.

Technical Data OUT KIT Short OUT KIT Long Voltage Range Temperature Range Lenth Height Distance mouting whole

198 V to 264 V 198 V to 264 V

-25 °C to 50 °C -25 °C to 50 °C 485 mm 550 mm

38 mm 38 mm

452 mm 517 mm

a Standard pack [pcs.]

20 20

OUT KIT Short for ECG with l = 360 mm OUT KIT Long for ECG with l = 423 mm Permitted cable diameter for use of standard cables:

- 2-3 mm for the material attached for 2,3 and 4 wires

- 2-2,7 mm for the material attached for 7 wires

If electronic control gear for T5/∅ 16 mm-fluorescent lamps are to be used in areas in which noise and electromagnetic interference (see also

2.7

) are important factors there are special requirements that have to be

Section

met when installing the ECG and the luminaires.

Generally speaking, noise is generated in electronic circuits as a „hum“ (at 50 Hz or 100 Hz) or as higher frequency interference in inductances (chokes, transformers) and capacitors.

Compared with conventional control gear (chokes), electronic controlgear with their high-frequency mode of operation (in which inductance values are much lower) generate appreciably lower noise levels and are a problem only in highly sensitive environments such as sound studios for CD quality recordings. The fully electronic control gear for T5/

∅ 16 mm-fluorescent

lamps offered by OSRAM is much quieter than conventional ballasts.

T5/∅ 16 mm-fluorescent lamps can only be operated by electronic

6.2.2 Recommended minimum distance between lamp and refelctor

control gear. Therefore, a direct comparison with conventional control gear

(chokes) does not make sense.

In T5 luminaires, the electronic control gear functions as a vibration source and is capable of exciting adjacent metallic or plastic components so that they act as resonators, amplifying the actual noise considerably and help to spread it out. To avoid this, especially the recommended minimum distance between two

∅ 16 mm- fluorescent lamps has to be respected so that no noise can

T5/ be generated due to physical contact.

32 mm

1. For high luminaire efficiency the distance should be at least 48 mm between the two lamps (approximately two fingers should fit between the lamps)

2. When designing the luminaire for minimum distance the maximum recommended base temperature of 120 °C may never be exceeded.

The maximum recommended base temperature of 120 °C may never be exceeded. A distance of less than 3 mm between lamp and reflector can result in generation of noise even in luminaires with non-dimmable ECGs. At a distance of less than 6 mm between lamp and reflector the leakage current of the dimmed lamps 35 W, 49 W and 80 W causes visible differences in brightness between the ends of the lamps. In addition, the radio interference suppression is getting worse.

OSRAM recommendation: In general, OSRAM recommends to keep a minimum distance of between lamp and reflector. In certain cases (unfavourable capacitive interference) the minimum distance should be even greater.

To develop luminaires that are as quiet as possible, it is therefore essential to insulate the control gear and chassis or luminaire support. In other words, there should be clearance below the ECG with the ECG mounted on point supports on the luminaire chassis or on rubber absorbers as used for conventional ballasts. Under certain circumstances, this type of mounting may, however, lead to thermal problems since the best way to dissipate the power loss to the environment is to have the ECG in full contact with the chassis.

6 mm

6.3 Treatment Rooms, Operating Rooms

6.3.1 Electromagnetic

Interference

Solving this problem with an appropriate housing design and/or type of installation for the luminaire (forced cooling, increased convection effect) has a further advantage in reducing the interference noise level and should therefore seriously considered.

Experiments have shown that the amount of noise generated is closely linked to the operating temperature of the electronic control gear. This is a particularly important factor if the unit has been installed in accordance with the recommendations given above. In extreme cases, it will not be possible to work without additional heat sink.

In addition, the noise level increases disproportionately as the temperature of the ECG rises. It is therefore best to operate the control gear at a temperature below the maximum recommended value. In practice, this means that the amount of noise generated is less, the lower the measuring point temperature tc. A combination of acoustic insulation of the ECG and reduced operating temperature represents the best technical solution.

In general, the following applies:

Electronic control gear for T5/∅ 16 mm-fluorescent lamps FH®...HE and

...HO are so quiet that even in very quiet surroundings they cannot be

FQ discerned by the human ear. They are therefore ideal for sound-sensitive areas such as radio studios with CD quality recordings. If necessary, random samples should be used to determine whether, given the local parameters (volume of the studio, reverberation time and number of ECGs), insulation as described above is needed from an acoustic point of view or whether standard products could be used.

In rooms used for medical treatment electrodes may be placed on a patient’s body to obtain electro-cardiogram or electro-encephalogram recordings. To eliminate interference from magnetic fields, DIN VDE 0107 defines the maximum recommended inductance strengths. Luminaires

fitted with QUICKTRONIC

control gear easily fall within this limit values at

distances of 0.75 m and greater.

Because of their magnetic field strengths, conventional control gear that cannot be used for T5/

∅ 16 mm-fluorescent lamps but for T8/∅ 26 mm

tubes are often not suitable and have to be placed at least 3 m away.

Fluorescent lamps are not point light sources and cannot be adequately focused, which means they are not considered suitable to light operating tables. Dichroic halogen lamps are used almost exclusively. But even the room lighting has to meet very stringent requirements in terms of radiated magnetic fields. Sensitive patient monitoring systems in the operating room and intensive care wards must not be exposed to leakage magnetic fields.

It is necessary to comply with the maximum recommended interference levels and minimum installation distances for luminaires as defined in VDE 0107/6.81. Important information on this subject can be found in

3.2

, electromagnetic compatibility.

Section

Whereas conventional control gear had to be installed separately from the luminaire in a central switch cabinet far enough away from the treatment area, ECGs for T5/

∅ 16 mm fluorescent lamps can, in most cases, be

installed directly in the luminaire without any problem. The actual

6.3.2 Interference from

Infrared Transmission Equipment

6.4 Electronic Tagging

6.5 Emergency Lighting

interference levels generated by luminaries fitted with ECGs are generally lower than those generated by the connecting cables between the luminaire and the choke for a conventional separate T8/

∅ 26 mm arrangement.

The electrical safety requirements correspond to those for installations in humid locations. In other word, protection class II luminaires should be used. For precise information on the minimum level of protection for the luminaire see DIN 40050/IEC 529.

Because of their low field strengths ECGs are unlikely to affect electronic equipment. There has been no known incidence of a heart pacemaker being affected.

Fluorescent lamps emit energy in wavelength bands that are also used for infrared transmission. These emissions cannot be changed at the lamp. Since IR receivers are often not selective and operate with wide wavebands, the IR equipment may be triggered inadvertently if light from the lighting system enters the receiver. The light emitted from the fluorescent lamp is modulated at twice the operating frequency ( 40 kHz to 120 kHz). Interference may occur if the useful signal also operates in this frequency range.

Interference is likely in cases in which the useful signal falls in the frequency range of the light emitted from the fluorescent lamp. Operating at higher frequencies ( 400 to 1500 kHz) or using optical filters in front of the infrared receivers (absorption filters) may help. Shielding the infrared receiver from direct light (with a tube, for example) may also help.

The carried signal for sound transmission used to be around 95 kHz or higher, which meant that the 3

, 5th and 7th harmonics of the ECG operating frequency ranges (30 to 60 kHz in normal operation and up to 120 kHz in dimmer mode) led to considerable interference in transmission. Headphone manufacturers shifted to higher frequencies, such as 2,3 MHz and 2,8 MHz, to remedy the problem.

For simultaneous interpreting systems, which also operate in the 95 to 250 kHz frequency range, we recommend not to use the first six transmission channels, particularly channel 1, because these are affected by the harmonics of the basic ECG frequencies.

Many department stores and shops now use electronic tagging systems to protect their merchandise (such as clothes, CDs, drugstore articles etc.) against theft. These systems typically operate with resonance frequencies in the kHz-range.

In certain circumstances these systems may malfunction if the operating frequency is between 30 kHz and 130 kHz. It may be possible to eliminate the problem by increasing the distance between the luminaire and the transmitter/receiver.

T5-luminaires with QUICKTRONIC® from OSRAM can be operated on either AC or DC voltage. This means that the same luminaries can be used for both general lighting and emergency lighting in an easy and costeffective way. Especially safety lighting from installations with high illuminances (i.e. in workplaces with high risks) can be realised

economically due to the high luminous efficacy of T5/

lamps operated with QUICKTRONIC

control gear.

∅ 16 mm-fluorescent

The following electro-technical regulations apply to emergency and safety lighting systems installed in Germany:

VDE 0100

Regulations governing the installation of power systems with rated voltages up to 1000 V

VDE 0107

Installing and testing electrical installations in medical rooms

VDE 0108

Installing and operating power systems in buildings for gatherings of people and safety lighting at work

VDE 0165 VDE 0510

Installing electrical systems in hazardous areas Regulations governing accumulators and battery systems

In addition, there are various lighting standards that have to be observed. In view of the number involved, we have selected just a couple by way of example. The full list can be obtained from Beuth verlag (Publishers) in Berlin.

Lighting requirements for emergency lighting are in included in EN 1838. The classification of EN 1838 is in safety lighting and alternative lighting whereas particular importance is in safety lighting.

Emergency lighting acc. to EN 1838

Safety Lightin

Emergency Lighting

lternative Lightin

Safety Lighting for escape route

Antipanic Lighting

Safety Lighting for workplaces with special danger

Beside the illuminance (lx) the switch-on delay is a very important criterion that covers ECG (time for ignition) and lamp (starting behaviour).

6.5.1 Different criteria for lighting

6.5.1.1 Switch-over time for

QTi – h=21 mm

6.5.1.2 Switch-over time for

QT-FH…CW – h=30 mm

6.5.1.3 Switch-over time for

QT-FQ…CW – h=30 mm

6.5.1.4 Switch-over time for

QT-…F/CW – h=21 mm

Illuminance E

Safety lighting for escape route

min

1 lx > 0,5 lx

Antipanic Lighting

horizontal on the ground

Safety Lighting for workplaces with special danger 10 % of the maintenance value of illuminance

absolutely: 15 lx

Switch-on delay

50 % of the required illuminance within 5 s 100 % within 60 s

0,5 s immediately specified value (10 %) has to be achieved

DIN VDE 0108 includes further information in addition to EN 1838.

In addition to the switch-over times of Electronic Control Gear to operate

∅ 16 mm fluorescent lamps , mentioned within the next sections, the

T5/ switch-over time of the relays have to be considered. These data are available in the technical relay data.

Lampstart Ignition time for a) Cold lamp (Stand-by mode) b) warm lamp (i.e.short term

Preheat

< 1 sec.

< 0.5 sec.

interruption of voltage)

Lampstart Ignition time for a) Cold lamp (Stand-by mode) b) warm lamp (i.e.short term

Preheat

< 2 sec.

< 0.5 sec.

interruption of voltage)

Lampstart Ignition time for a) Cold lamp (Stand-by mode) b) warm lamp (i.e.short term

Preheat

< 0.5 sec.

interruption of voltage)

Lampstart Ignition time for a) Cold lamp (Stand-by mode) b) warm lamp (i.e.short term

Preheat

< 0.5 sec.

interruption of voltage)

6.5.2 Wiring diagrams for emergency lighting units

6.5.2.1 Wiring diagram

QT-FH 3x14 CW with emergency lighting component from BAG

Exemplary wiring diagrams for emergency lighting units

Subject to change without any notes

OSRAM cannot assume warranty for engineering change of the emergency lighting units.

LNPE

7 6 5

ECG

ELECTRONICS

ECG

ELC ELC

ELC - E

BAG

15 14 13 12 11 10

9 8

6.5.2.2 Wiring diagram

QT-FH 4x14 CW with emergency lighting component from BAG

LNPE

QT - FH 3x14 CW

3 4 7 8

7 6 5

ECG

ELECTRONICS

ECG

ELC

ELC - E

BAG

connected via ELC-E

1 2 5 6

15 14 13 12 11 10

7 8

1 2 5

L´ N

QT - FH 4x14 CW

3 4 7 8

1 2 5 6 9

connected via ELC-E

7 8

6.5.2.3 Wiring diagram QT-FH 3x14 CW with emergency lighting component from OMNITRONIX

6.5.2.4 Wiring diagram QT-FH 4x14 CW with emergency lighting component from OMNITRONIX

L N

3 4 7 8

QT-FH 3x14 CW

OMNITRONIX

connected via MCME

3 4

7 8

1 2

connected via MCME

QT-FH 4x14 CW

4 7

1 2

6 9

6.6 DC supply

OMNITRONIX

Luminaires for emergency lighting are switched to battery supply only in the event of a power failure. In mains operation, the luminaires are powered by the normal supply. The mains and emergency lighting switchover arrangement must reliably separate mains operation from emergency lighting operation; it must be a break-before-make arrangement.

A deep discharge protection system must be provided for battery systems. This effectively prevents the batteries discharging too much and suffering

6.7 Portable Luminaires

damage as a result and also prevents possible damage to the electronic control gear.

General

Switchover from mains supply to emergency supply and vice versa must take place in a break-before-make arrangement (See

Section 6.5). In this

discrete switching sequence there is a period – the length of which depends on the design of the emergency monitoring system – in which current does not flow or at least the supply voltage falls considerably below its minimum recommended value. These switching times must comply with the limits already mentioned in DIN 5035.

In accordance with DIN VDE 0108, the battery units must be designed for rated operation of at least 3 hours. If the ECG is supplied with a rectified AC voltage, this voltage should have as small a residual ripple as possible. The AC voltage component must be less than 5 %.

If changeover units are used (emergency lighting fixtures with internal switching) which supply the lamp directly from an emergency supply and interrupt the system circuit between the ECG and the lamp, the following must be observed:

• Changeover or disconnection of the lamps from the ECG to the

external unit must be on all terminals

• When switching back from the external supply to ECG operation,

the lamp(s) must first be connected at all terminals to the ECG before the ECG is supplied with power again (for example by using a time delay relay), otherwise the shutdown mechanism in the ECG will operate.

• Many of these emergency lighting units available on the market do

not comply with the normal operating conditions for the lamps and therefore damage them. In such cases, OSRAM cannot guarantee the life of the lamps.

Portable ECG luminaires of protection class I (i.e. cable and plug with earth terminals), require a fuse in both the L conductor and on the N conductors of the mains supply. If VDE approval documents for ECGs state “for permanently installed luminaires” then only the L side is fuse-protected. The N side must be fused in the luminaire if the ECG is to be used also suitable for portable luminaries. The additional fuse on the N side must be designed for mains voltage, suitable for the system input current and be of the “anti-surge” type.

All OSRAM QUICKTRONIC

ECG for T5/∅ 16 mm- fluorescent lamps are

equipped with two internal fused on the circuit board so that there is no need for additional measures as described above.

230240

The units are generally labelled with L and N and not with the symbol „

≈“ for

AC voltage.

6.8 Mix-up of FH®- and

-Fluorescent

Except QUICKTRONIC® INTELLIGENT, QTi, all other ECGs for T5/

∅ 16 mm- fluorescent lamps can only operate the according FH

…HE-

Lamps

or FQ®…HO-lamp in one length.

If there is a mix-up of fluorescent lamps in the luminaire, this can cause problems.

Effects on the system:

The lamps will generally be started. However, there will be lamp blackening and early failure after a short period of time and (lamp life much less than 1000 hours). The ECG will not be damaged at any time.

We recommend to label the reflector of the T5-luminaire with a small sticker showing the exact lamp description.

7. Appendix

7.1 Overview of Maximum

Cable Lengths

7.1.1 QUICKTRONIC®

INTELLIGENT

7.1.2 QT-FH MULTI...CW

-30 mm height-

7.1.3 QT-FQ...CW

-30 mm height-

7.1.4 QT-FH MULTI…F/CW

-21 mm height-

The following tables give an overview of the maximum cable lengths of

QUICKTRONIC

...HO.

ECGs for T5∅ 16 mm-fluorescent lamps FH®...HE and

The sequence of fixing the wires to the terminals goes from the upper right downwards.

ECG-type Sequence PIN

QTi 1x14/24/21/39 QTi 1x28/54 QTi 1x35/49/80 QTi 2x14/24/21/39 QTi 2x28/54 QTi 2x35/49

21-27 21-27 21-27 21-27 21-27 21-27

2 2 1 1 2 2 1 1 2 2 1 1 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 1 1 1 1

ECG-type Sequence PIN

QT-FH 1x14-35 CW QT-FH 2x14.35 CW

6-1 6-1

PIN 5 PIN 4 PIN 3 PIN 2 PIN

2 2 1 1 2 2 2 2 1 1

ECG-type Sequence PIN

QT-FH 1x14 QT-FH 1x21

1-4 1-4

PIN 2 PIN 3 PIN

2 2 1 1 2 2 1 1

ECG-type Sequence PIN 1 PIN 2 PIN 3 PIN 4 PIN 5 PIN 6 PIN 7 PIN

QT-FH 3x14 CW

1-6 re

3-8 li

1,5 1,5 1,5 1,5 1 1 1 1

ECG-type Sequence

QT-FH 4x14 CW

1-10 re 1,5 1,5 1,5 1,5 1,5 1,5 1 1 1 1

3-8 li

PIN 1 PIN 2 PIN 3 PIN 4 PIN 5 PIN 6 PIN 7 PIN 8 PIN 9 PIN

ECG-type Sequence PIN

QT-FQ 1x24 CW QT-FQ 1x39 CW QT-FQ 1x49 CW QT-FQ 1x54 CW QT-FQ 1x80 CW QT-FQ 2x24 CW QT-FQ 2x39 CW QT-FQ 2x49 CW QT-FQ 2x54 CW

ECG-type Seque

QT-FH 1x14-35 F/CW QT-FH 2x14-28 F/CW

6-1 6-1 6-1 6-1 6-1 6-1 6-1 6-1 6-1

nce

1-7 1-7

PIN 5 PIN 4 PIN 3 PIN 2 PIN

1 1 2 2 1 1 2 2 1 1 2 2 1 1 2 2 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 2 2 2 2 1 1 2 2 2 2 1 1 2 2 2 2 1 1

PIN 1 PIN 2 PIN 3 PIN 4 PIN 5 PIN 6 PIN

2 2 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2

7.1.5 QT-FQ…F/CW

-21 mm height-

7.1.6 QT-FC

7.2 Terminal Types

7.3 Inrush Currents

ECG-type Seque

nce

QT-FQ 1x24-39 F/CW QT-FQ 1x54 F/CW QT-FQ 1x80 F/CW QT-FQ 2x24-39 F/CW QT-FQ 2x54 F/CW QT-FQ 2x80

ECG-type Seque

QT-FC 1x55/230-240 S

1-7 1-7 1-7 1-7 1-7 1-7

nce

1-4

PIN 1 PIN 2 PIN 3 PIN 4 PIN 5 PIN 6 PIN

2 2 1 1 2 2 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 1 1 2 2 2 2 1 1 2 2 2 2

PIN 1 PIN 2 PIN 3 PIN 4 PIN 5 PIN 6 PIN

2 2 1 1

WAGO 250 WAGO 251 WAGO 251-

mini QT-FH MULTI CW X QT-FQ … CW X QT-FH 1x14, 21 X QT-FH 3, 4x14 X QT-FH...F/CW X QT-FQ...F/CW X QTi X

Special features of particular terminals: see Section 3.1ff

QUICKTRONIC® INTELLIGENT

Ip[A] TH [µs] 10A 16A QTi 1x14/24/21/39 QTi 1x28/54 QTi 1x35/49/80

QTi 2x14/24/21/39 QTi 2x28/54 QTi 2x35/49 QT-FQ 2x80

1 155 26 41 1 155 26 41 1 155 26 41

1 200 19 31 1 200 19 31 1 200 19 31

60 230 5 9

Max. number of ECGs with automatic circuit

breakers

QUICKTRONIC® 21 mm height

Ip[A] TH [µs] 10A 16A QT-FH 1x14-35 F/CW QT-FH 2x14-28 F/CW

QT-FQ 1x24-39 F/CW QT-FQ 1x54 F/CW QT-FQ 1x80 F/CW QT-FQ 2x24-39 F/CW QT-FQ 2x54 F/CW QT-FQ 2x80 F/CW

17 155 25 41 20 210 17 28

17 155 25 41 27 170 17 28 27 170 17 28 27 170 17 28 32 210 10 17 39 260 8 14

Max. number of ECGs with automatic circuit

breakers

7.4 Lamp/ECG Combinations

7.5 OSRAM Installation Tips for T5-Systems

QUICKTRONIC® 30mm height

Max. number of ECGs

with automatic circuit

breakers

Ip[A] TH [µs] 10A 16A QT-FH 1x14-35 CW QT-FH 2x14-35 CW

QT-FQ 1x24 CW QT-FQ 1x39 CW QT-FQ 1x49 CW QT-FQ 1x54 CW QT-FQ 1x80 CW QT-FQ 2x24 CW QT-FQ 2x39 CW QT-FQ 2x49 CW QT-FQ 2x54 CW

QT-FH 1x14 QT-FH 1x21 QT-FH 3x14 CW QT-FH 4x14 CW

20 210 17 28 20 210 17 28

17 155 25 41 17 155 25 41 20 210 17 28 20 210 17 28 28 230 8 13 20 210 17 28 28 230 8 13 28 230 8 13 28 230 8 13

17 155 25 41 17 155 25 41 20 230 17 28 20 230 17 28

QUICKTRONIC for FC

Max. number of ECGs

with automatic circuit

breakers

Ip[A] TH [µs] 10A 16A QT-FC 1x55/230-240 S

28 230 8 13

Valid Lamp-ECG combinations are available in the Lighting Programme.

Edition January 2005 also available in

www.osram.com/ecg

Section 9 or under

Maximum lamp temperatures for T5/∅ 16 mm fluorescent lamps compared

∅ 26 mm-fluorescent lamps

to T8/

T8/L36W 120 45...55 100...120 T8/L58W 140 50...65 110...130 T5/FH28W 120 40...60 160 (200...250*) T5/FQ54W 120 50...70 160 (200...250*)

Max. temp. at lamp caps

°C °C °C

Lamp centre Electrode area

*) in FH - E C G - Luminaires

the lamp could be incorrectly used,

. g . FH35W with FQ80W

7.5.1 Recommended Minimum Distance between Lamp and Reflector

7.5.2 Recommended Minimum Distance between two T5/

∅16mm-

Fluorescent Lamps

The maximum recommended base temperature of 120 °C may never be exceeded (see A distance of less than 3 mm between lamp and reflector can result in generation of noise even in luminaires with non-dimmable ECGs. At a distance of less than 6 mm between lamp and reflector the leakage current of the dimmed lamps 35 W, 49 W and 80 W causes visible differences in brightness between the ends of the lamps. In addition, the radio interference suppression is getting worse.

OSRAM recommendation:

In general, OSRAM recommends to keep a between lamp and reflector.

In certain cases (unfavourable capacitive interference) the minimum distance should be even greater.

OSRAM recommendation:

Section 7.5).

minimum distance of 6 mm

1. For high luminaire efficiency the distance should be at least 48 mm between the two lamps (approximately two fingers should fit between the lamps)

2. When designing the luminaire for minimum distance the maximum recommended base temperature of 120 °C

never be exceeded.

may

32 mm

Exemptions:

Interference between dimmable ECG-lamp circuits in parallel configuration can cause flickering. Therefore, we recommend a minimum distance of 120 mm (from lamp axis to lamp axis) between two lamps in a dimmable two-lamp luminaire where two dimmable single-lamp ECGs are used. Or in other applications where multiple dimmable ECGs are used in parallel such as RGB-applications in illuminated ceilings.

If the wiring is done very carefully a minimum distance of 50 mm (between the two lamp axis) can be achieved.

7.5.3 Luminaire Optimisation

With the mentioned measuring principle the best correlation between ambient temperature and cold spot temperature of the T5-lamps is achieved.

Attach the thermocouples in the area of the lamp caps within a distance of 2mm from the glass tube

7.5.4 Maximum luminous flux for FH

…HE

fluorescent lamps

Measuring point with the best correlation between cold-spot temperature and ambient temperature

T5 FH28W (nearly constant power supply): Luminous flux / Voltage - Horseshoe

100%

COLD SPOT temperature

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

relative light output

30%

20%

-25°C

10%

0°C

55% 60% 65% 70% 75% 80% 85% 90% 95% 100%

80°C

85°C

90°C

-5°C

10°C

5°C

75°C

70°C

15°C

65°C

55°C

20°C

60°C

45°C

ambient temperature

5°C

25°C

relative lamp voltage

Lamp etch

55°C

50°C 45°C

35°C

30°C

25°C

40°C

35°C

7.5.5 Verticalness Operation

So called Horseshoe Curve shows the correlation in between the cold spot temperature and the ambient temperature ta.

If luminares are operated in horizontal position the lamp stamp of the

…HE und FQ®…HO fluorescent lamps have to be placed down.

Luminaires with circular FC

lamps have to have the lamp socket

positioned down.

8. Troubleshooting Tips

8.1 General 1) ECG in constant operation (24 hours)

Recommendation:

Installations with ECGs operating 24 hours a day should be switched of each day for a few minutes.

Reason

When a lamp comes to the end of its life there is an increase in lamp voltage causing an asymmetrical additional load in the ECGcircuit. When exceeding a certain value this additional load shuts down the ECG (EoL, T.2). When the ECG is switched on again all the relevant values of the lamps are checked and “critical” values can be detected.

2) Wiring of multiple ECG Recommendation:

Lamp cables from different ECGs should not be routed together.

Raeson:

Mutual interference may lead to problems with starting and/or normal operation (lamps may automatically disconnect)

8.2 Equipment Behaviour on Overvoltage

3) Coding of the lamp cables

To speed up troubleshooting in luminaires and luminaire systems it is extremely useful for the lamp cables to be uniquely coded (colour coded or numbered). This applies especially to two-lamp ECGs and even more so to 3- and 4-lamp ECGs since the large number of cables increases the risk of connecting incorrectly.

4) Terminal blocks (2, 3, 4, 6 and 7 positions)

These terminal blocks are used with the majority of OSRAM ECGs. Note that only single core cables with a cross-section of 0.75 mm² to 1.5 mm² can be inserted without pressing the release tab. Larger cross-sections are not recommended; the release tab has to be pressed down for smaller cross-sections.

Appearance of the lighting system:

The lamps are of different brightness (from time to time).

Depending on the ECG type, the internal shutdown circuit will operate at voltages above 280 V. In the event of a fault, the lamp generator will be disconnected. The mains input circuit and various other sub-circuits, however, continue to be supplied with this high voltage. If the mains voltage increases further there will be changes in the operating characteristics of the unit.

In most cases, this will lead to damage or destruction of the overvoltagesensitive varistor/protective diode, which in turn will cause the unit fuse to trigger and damage to the unit.

If the system fault is corrected and the mains voltage has returned to the specified tolerance range without damage to the unit, the unit can continue to operate normally after an interruption in the mains supply and a recovery time of typically 20 seconds. If the mains voltage continues to be high, the unit will once again go into protection mode as soon as power flows to it. Over short periods of time, this state does not usually damage the unit.

If a QUICKTRONIC

-ECG for T5/∅ 16m m-fluorescent lamps is operated

over long periods on a supply voltage greater than 280 V it may fail as a result of overheating (with the exception of QUICKTRONIC

INTELLIGENT).

8.3 Equipment Behaviour on Under Voltage

Important:

Significant under voltage can cause ECG failure for all ECG in constant wattage circuitry. Due to the characteristics of arrangement the line current increases for decreasing voltage. Below the specified voltage range this causes an overload of the filter chokes. First the colour of the copper wire and board below are changing. For a longer overload both windings of one or both filter chokes fail due to melting or swelling in the windings.

Compact and straight fluorescent lamps go out below the specified value of the ECG or even don’t ignite if voltage is too low. The ECG will not be affected while the lamp is still burning. If the lamp is disabled at the end of its life (i.e. emitter paste is wasted), the safety shut-down of the ECG cannot work below the specified voltage range and a damage of the ECG is possible.

8.4 Application faults

8.4.1 Wiring faults on the

lamp side

All single-lamp QUICKTRONIC terminals:

If there is a wiring fault the lamp will not operate or will cold start. In particularly serious cases there is a risk that the ECG will be destroyed.

ECGs and units with 6-pole output

8.4.2 Short-to-ground at the

output of

QUICKTRONIC

ECG

8.4.3 Effects of moisture

8.4.4 Installing luminaires

in draughty locations

If there is a short-circuit-to earth at one or more of the connecting cables between the ECG and the lamp, the ECG will fail.

Damage to the ECG:

• Melting and swelling of only one winding on one or both input filter

chokes

• Breakdown of one or two rectifier diodes, irrespective of whether

they are discrete or integrated components.

There are, however, other causes of these major faults. Generally, as a consequence, consequential damage occurs at other components and this damage need not be unique in character.

Rust at the edges of metal housings may indicate the effects of moisture. If the printed circuit board and/or various components are tarnished, it can be assumed that there has been a serious moisture ingress. There will be short-circuits between neighbouring component connections or solder points with high potential difference, resulting in failure of the ECG. Symptoms of serious faults are indicated by a “tidermark” inside the housing.

Depending on the location of the fluorescent lamp in the draught, the lamp will cool down in certain areas of the bulb. This leads to local depletion of mercury and to a darkening of the lamp in these areas because there is no

mercury available to generate UV radiation. This can be remedied by installing a thermal tube in the luminaire. The

effect always or nearly always occurs in the area of the luminaire where the ECG is not located. This is due to the power loss of the ECG side of the lumiaire will always be slightly warmer for the same reason.

Caution: Mercury depletion leads to a reduction in lamp voltage and to an increase in discharge current. This may result in damage to the ECG or, in extreme cases to failure of the ECG.

8.5 Trouble Shooting

8.5.1 Lamp does not start Problem:

Lamp does not start (with two-lamp ECGs both lamps fail to start), no visible glow shortly after start-up. Same behaviour even after being off for 1 minute (internal reset) and restart.

Possible cause:

a) RSD or other protective device in the installation has operated

Check the wiring on the mains side or insulation resistance. Has the max. recommended number of ECGs on one phase in a 3-phase system been exceeded= Make sure that the neutral conductor is connected properly to all the luminaires and makes good contact. Check that moisture has not penetrated the luminaire?

Remedy:

Possible cause:

b) Fault in the wiring on the mains side

Check whether the mains voltage is in the required range for the ECG. Make sure that the neutral conductor is connected properly to all the luminaires and makes good contact. Check that the cables sit correctly in the terminals.

Remedy:

Possible cause:

c) At least one lamp has reached the end of its life owing to a cathode break or increase in lamp voltage.

Replace the lamp (for two-lamp ECGs we recommend replacing both lamps at the same time to keep maintenance time and costs to a minimum).

Remedy:

Possible cause:

d) The “fail-safe” overload protection device in the ECG has responded (the ECG is permanently damaged)

Check whether the lamp(s) operate at other positions. If not, check whether the mains voltage is within the permissible range. Make sure that the neutral conductor is connected properly to all the l uminaires and makes good contact. Replace the ECG and lamp.

Remedy:

8.5.2 Brief Glimmer Problem:

Lamp does not start but there is a brief glimmer from one or both lamp (i.e. the protective circuit in the ECG has responded at start-up). Same behaviour even after being off for one minute (internal reset) and restart

Possible cause:

a) At least one lamp has reached the end of its life owing to a cathode break or increase in lamp voltage

Replace the lamp (for two-lamp ECGs we recommend replacing both lamps at the same time to keep maintenance time and costs to a minimum).

Remedy:

Possible cause:

b) Wiring faulty between ECG and lamp (output terminals not used or reversed: contact problems in the holder or the terminals (e.g. wire cross-section too small or too large)

Check the lamp-side wiring fo rcorrect contact. Has the lamp connection been wired according to the wiring diagram on the ECG? For two-lamp ECGs in particular, check that the common or external connection is correctly wired.

Remedy:

Possible cause:

c) A lamp with the wrong wattage has been installed or, in the case of two-lamp ECGs, only one lamp is installed or there are lamps of different wattages

The wattage and type of lamp must correspond to the wattage and type indicated on the ECG or the lamp/ECG combination should be in line with OSRAM’s Indoor and Outdoor Lighting brochure. ECGs designed for two-lamp operation must be operated with two lamps.

Remedy:

Possible cause:

d) The mains voltage lies outside the limit values indicated on the ECG or in the data sheet

Check the voltage at the ECG and at source; check the wiring on the mains side.

Remedy:

Possible cause:

e) The temperature at the measuring point of the ECG is too high (for a brief description of the temperature at the ECG and lamp see end of text)

The luminaire or site of installation should be modified to ensure that the maximum recommended temperature is not exceeded even in onerous conditions (high ambient temperature and/or high supply voltage)

Remedy:

8.5.3 Lamp goes out during

operation

Possible cause:

f) Changeover times and voltage levels are outside recommended tolerances for emergency lighting systems with changeover between AC and DC

Remedy: Measure the DC supply voltge and check the switchover properties, or consult the equipment manufacturers.

Possible cause:

g) Non-sinusoidal mains voltage or DC voltage with high residual ripple (e.g. operation with fully electronic leading edge phase control dimmer switch or artificial mains network/emergency generating set)

Remedy:

Check whether the mains voltage is in the required range for the ECG and the wave form or residual ripple in DC operation is within the specified limit values. Dimming is not recommended unless the ECG is expressly approved for dimming, in which case the prescribed controls (special accessories) must be used.

Possible cause:

h) At least one lamp has reached the end of its life owing to a increase in lamp voltage

Remedy: Replace the lamp (for two-lamp ECGs we recommend replacing both lamps at the same time to keep maintenance time and costs to a minimum)

Problem:

The lamp goes out during operation (at least one lamp in the case of twolamp units)

Possible cause:

a) The reversible protection device in the ECG has responded during operation. The reason may be an intensive transient mains fault (mains voltage falls below the minimum voltage specified on the ECG for longer than permissible). Pulses of exceptional energy (transients) are superimposed on the mains voltage. The value of the mains voltage exceeds the maximum recommended value (e.g. because of a fault in the supply unit). Slow increase in mains voltage following neutral conductor break (unbalanced load, depending, among other things, on the mains load).

Remedy: Disconnect the ECG or luminaire from the mains then check the supply voltage. If such problems occur sporadically, we recommend recording the mains voltage and/or using an oscilloscope or memory voltmeter. The electricity supplier may have to be consulted. Make sure that the neutral conductor is connected properly to this luminaire and makes good contact.

8.5.4 Different brightness

levels

Possible cause:

b) The temperatures at the measuring point on the ECG or at the cool spot on the lamp(s) are exceeded (for a brief description of the temperature at the ECG and lamp see end of text).

Remedy: The luminaire or site of installation should be modified to ensure that the maximum recommended temperature is not exceeded even in onerous conditions circumstances (high ambient temperature and/or high supply voltage).

Problem:

Luminous output too low compared with other luminaires. Different brightness levels for the two lamps in two-lamp luminaires. Different brightness levels at the lamp ends

Possible cause:

a) Typical maintenance behaviour of a fluorescent lamp at the end of its life

Replace the lamp (for two-lamp ECGs we recommend replacing both lamps at the same time to keep maintenance time and costs to a minimum).

Remedy:

Possible cause:

b) Lamps of different wattages colour appearance or incorrect wattage

The lamp wattage must match the wattage indicated on the ECG. The colour appearande should be homogenous within an application.

Remedy:

Possible cause:

c) Incorrect wiring between ECG and lamp (output terminals not used or reversed; contact problems)

Check the lamp-side wiring for correct contact. Has the lamp connection been wired according to the wiring diagram on the EG? For two-lamp ECGs in particular, check that the common or external connection is correctly wired. Pay particular attention in the case of special combinations.

Remedy:

Possible cause:

d) Lamps are “force cooled” by draughts

Find the cause of the draught and either eliminate the draught or protect the lamps accordingly.

Remedy:

8.5.5 Fault in other

electrical equipment

8.5.6 Problems at master-

slave operation

8.5.7 Humingh or

“chirping” from the ECG

Problem:

Fault in other electrical equipment, particularly radio and television receivers

Possible cause:

a) Wiring problems

Lamp cables should be short, far enough away ( > 5 cm) from earthed metallic parts and, if possible, not laid parallel to mains cables (particularly in the luminaire). If cross-overs are needed they must be at right angles. The mains cables must also be as short as possible.

Remedy

Possible cause:

b) Electrical equipment, radios and televisions are inadequately immunity to interference

Increase the distance between the luminaire and the equipment, if necessary, contact the manufacturer.

Remedy:

Possible cause:

c) The IR remote control signals for TV operate at a similar frequency to the ECG

Move the IR receiver ont the TV out of the readiation field of the lamp or disable it.

Remedy:

Problem:

Problems on master-slave arrangements for 2lamp ECGs

Possible cause:

Wiring problems

Remedy:

Problem:

Huming or “chirping” from the ECG

Possible cause:

Non-sinusoidal AC voltage

Remedy:

Eliminate sources of interference if necessari in consultation with the electricity supplire.

9. Lamp-ECG Combinations

9.1 FQ®...HO-Fluorescent Lamps

Lamp ECG type LxWxH [mm] P

Sys

[W]

1-lp

24W

QTi 1x14/24/21/39 360 x 30 x 21 27 1750

QT-FQ 1x24… CW 360 x 30 x 30 27 1750 QT-FQ 1x24-39…F/CW 360 x 30 x 21 28 1750 QT-M 1x26-42…S 103 x 67 x 31 27 1750 QT 1x24/230-240 237 x 30 x 30 25 1750 QT-ECO 1x18-24…S 80 x 40 x 22 22 1600 QT-ECO 1x18-24…L 150 x 22 x 22 22 1600

2-lp

24W

QTi 2x14/24/21/39 423 x 30 x 21 54 2x1750

QT-FQ 2x25…CW 360 x 30 x 30 51 2x1750 QT-FQ 2x54… F/CW 423 x 30 x 21 53 2x1750 QT-M 2x26-32 … S 123 x 79 x 33 54 2x1750

Lamp ECG type LxWxH [mm] P

1-lp

39W

QTi 1x14/24/21/39 360 x 30 x 21 43 3100

QT-FQ 1x39 … CW 360 x 30 x 30 42 3100 QT-FQ 1x24-39…F/CW 360 x 30 x 21 41 3100 QT-M 1x26-42 … S 103 x 67 x 31 40 3000

2-lp

39W

QTi 2x14/24/21/39 423 x 30 x 21 88 2x3100

QT-FQ 2x39…CW 360 x 30 x 30 85 2x3100 QT-FQ 2x24-39…F/CW 423 x 30 x 21 82 2x3100

Sys

[W]

Lamp ECG type LxWxH [mm] P

1-lp

49W

QTi 1x35/49/80 360 x 30 x 21 55 4300

QT-FQ 1x49…CW 360 x 30 x 30 54 4300

2-lp

49W

QTi 2x35/49 423 x 30 x 21 110 2x4300

QT-FQ 2x49…CW 360 x 30 x 30 110 2x4300

Sys

[W]

Lamp ECG type LxWxH [mm] P

1-lp

54W

QTi 1x28/54 360 x 30 x 21 61 4450

QT-FQ 1x54…CW 360 x 30 x 30 61 4450 QT-FQ 1x54…F/CW 360 x 30 x 21 59 4450

2-lp

54W

QTi 2x28/54 423 x 30 x 21 119 2x4450

QT-FQ 2x54…CW 360 x 30 x 30 118 2x4450 QT-FQ 2x54…F/CW 423 x 30 x 21 122 2x4450

Sys

[W]

Lamp ECG type LxWxH [mm] P

1-lp

80W

QTi 1x35/49/80 360 x 30 x 21 89 6150

QT-FQ 1x80…CW 360 x 30 x 30 86 6150 QT-FQ 1x80…F/CW 360 x 30 x 21 87 6150

2-lp

80W

QT-FQ 2x80 423 x 30 x 21 176 2x6150

Sys

[W]

9.2 FH®...HE-Fluorescent Lamps

9.3 FC®…Fluorescent Lamps

Lamp ECG type LxWxH [mm] P

Sys

[W]

1-lp

14W

QTi 1x14/24/21/39 360 x 30 x 21 18 1200

QT-FH 1x14-35…CW 360 x 30 x 30 18 1200 QT-FH 1x14-35…F/CW 360 x 30 x 21 18 1200 QT-FH 1x14 237 x 30 x 30 16 1200 QT-ECO 1x4-16...S 80 x 44 x 22 15 1200 QT-ECO 1x4-16…L 150 x 22 x 22 15 1200

2-lp

14W

QTi 2x14/24/21/39 423 x 30 x 21 32 2x1200

QT-FQ 2x14-35…CW 360 x 30 x 30 31 2x1200 QT-FH 2x14-28…F/CW 423 x 30 x 21 32 2x1200

3-lp 4-lp

FH FH

14W

QT-FH 3x14…CW 425 x 40 x 30 50 3x1200 QT-FH 4x14…CW 425 x 40 x 30 65 4x1200

Lamp ECG type LxWxH [mm] P

1-lp

21W

QTi 1x14/24/21/39 360 x 30 x 21 25 1900

QT-FH 1x14-35…CW 360 x 30 x 30 24 1900 QT-FH 1x14-35…F/CW 360 x 30 x 21 23 1900 QT-FH 1x21 237 x 30 30 23 1900 QT-ECO 1x18-21...S 80 x 40 x 22 23 1800

2-lp

21W

QTi 2x14/24/21/39 423 x 30 x 21 47 2x1900

QT-FH 2x14-35…CW 360 x 30 x 30 46 2x1900 QT-FH 2x14-28…F/CW 423 x 30 x 21 46 2x1900

Sys

[W]

Lamp ECG type LxWxH [mm] P

1-lp

28W

QTi 1x28/54 360 x 30 x 21 32 2600

QT-FH 1x14-35…CW 360 x 30 x 30 31 2600 QT-FH 1x14-35…F/CW 360 x 30 x 21 31 2600

2-lp

28W

QTi 2x28/54 423 x 30 x 21 63 2x2600

QT-FH 2x14-35…CW 360 x 30 x 30 61 2x2600 QT-FH 2x14-28…F/CW 423 x 30 x 21 61 2x2600

Sys

[W]

Lampe ECG type LxBxH [mm] P

1-lp

35W

QTi 1x35/49/80 360 x 30 x 21 39 3300

QT-FH 1x14-35…CW 360 x 30 x 30 38 3300 QT-FH 1x14-35…F/CW 360 x 30 x 21 38 3300

2-lp

35W

QTi 2x35/49 423 x 30 x 21 79 2x3300

QT-FH 2x14-35…CW 360 x 30 x 30 77 2x3300

Lamp ECG type LxBxH [mm] P

1-lp

22W

QT-FQ 1x24…CW 360 x 30 x 30 27 1800

QT-M 1x26-42…S 103 x 67 x 31 26 1800 QT-ECO 1x18-24…S 80 x 40 x 22 22,5 1650

2-lp

22W

QT-ECO 1x18-24…L 150 x 22 x 22 22,5 1650 QT-FQ 2x24…CW 360 x 30 x 30 51 2x1800

QT-M 2x26-32…S 123 x 79 x 33 54 2x1800 QT 2x24… 280 x 42 x 30 51 2x1800

Sys

[W]

Sys

[W]

Lamp ECG type LxBxH [mm] P

1-lp

40W

QT-FQ 1x39…CW 360 x 30 x 30 42 3200

QT-M 1x26-42…S 103 x 67 x 31 44 3200

2-lp

40W

QT-FQ 2x39…CW 360 x 30 x 30 85 2x3200

Sys

[W]

Lamp ECG type LxBxH [mm] P

1-lp

55W

QT-FQ 1x55…S 123 x 79 x 33 60 4000

Sys

[W]

Lamp ECG type LxBxH [mm] P

FC® 22 + 40

QT-M 2x26-32…S 123 x 79 x 33 70

Sys

[W]

1800 +

3200

10. Tender Documents

10.1 QUICKTRONIC® INTELLIGENT QTi

See www.osram.com/ecg/tender-documents

µProzessor controlled ECG to operate T5/∅ 16 mm fluorescent lamps

...HO and FH®...HE in equal length. Automatic lamp detection during lamp starting Optimized Operation of all approved lamps with rated data Lamp operation acc. to EN 60929 and IEC 60929

Range :

QTi 1x35/49/80 QTi 1x28/54 Geometry: 360 x 30 x 21 mm³ QTi 1x14/24/21/39

QTi 2x35/49 QTi 2x28/54 Geometry: 423 x 30 x 21 mm³ QTi 2x14/24/21/39

Lamp Preheat Start within 1 Second Ambient Temperature: -20 °C up to+50 °C Emergency Lighting acc. to . DIN VDE 0108 (EN 61347-2-3) possible DC Voltage Range: 154 V to 276 V AC Voltage Range:: 198 V to 254 V

Approval Marks:

10.2 QUICKTRONIC® MULTIWATT for FH…HE h = 30 mm

- Circuitry

-Circuitry

Automatic restart after lamp replacement ECG-lifetime: 50.000 h with a max. 10 % failure rate (at tc = 70 °C)

Fully electronical, digital control gear to operate all FH®...HE-fluorescent lamps Lamp preheat start within 1 Second Combi Wiring Terminal for automatic and manual wiring

- Circuitry

Ambient Temperature: -20 °C to +50 °C

Emergency lighting acc. to. DIN VDE 0108 (EN 61347-2-3) possible DC Voltage Range: 154 V to 276 V AC Voltage Range: 198 V to 254 V

-Circuitry

Range:

QUICKTRONIC® MULTIWATT

10.3 QUICKTRONIC® for FQ…HO h = 30 mm

QT-FH 1x14-35/230-240 CW QT-FH 2x14-35/230-240 CW Geometry: 360 x 30 x 30 mm³

Automatic restart after lamp replacement ECG-lifetime: 50.000 h with a max. 10 % failure rate (at tc = 70 °C)

Fully electronical, digital control gear to operate all FQ®...HO fluorescent lamps Lamp preheat start within 1 Second Combi Wiring Terminal for automatic and manual wiring

- Circuitry

Ambient Temperature: -20 °C to +50 °C

Emergency Lighting acc. to DIN VDE 0108 (EN 61347-2-3) possible DC Voltage Range: 154 V to 276 V AC Voltage Range: 198 V to 254 V

-Circuitry

Range:

QUICKTRONIC® for FQ®...HO fluorescent lamps QT-FQ 1x24/230-240 CW QT-FQ 2x24/230-240 CW QT-FQ 1x39/230-240 CW QT-FQ 2x39/230-240 CW QT-FQ 1x49/230-240 CW QT-FQ 2x49/230-240 CW QT-FQ 1x54/230-240 CW QT-FQ 2x54/230-240 CW QT-FQ 1x80/230-240 CW Geometry: 360 x 30 x 30 mm³

Automatic restart after lamp replacement ECG-lifetime: 50.000 h with a max. 10 % failure rate (at tc = 70 °C)

11. Index

Technical data are subject to change without any notes. Printed data in this edition replace previous.

Ambient Temperature 3.9.2 Approval Marks 2.17 Automatic Relamping 2.5

Cable Cross Section 3.1.2 Cable Length 3.3; 7.1 Cable Routing 3.1.6 Cable Type 3.1.1 CCC-Mark 2.20 CE-Mark 2.17.2; 2.19 Circuit breaker 3.15 Cold Spot 3.9.3; 3.9.5; 7.5.4 Conducted Interferences 3.2.2.2 cut-off Technology 2.14

DC-Voltage 6.6

ECG in Sound Studios 6.5 ECG Milestones 1.12 ECG Temperature 3.9.2 Economy 2.2 EEI 2.18 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC 2.19; 3.2 Electromagnetic Disturbances 6.3.1 Emergency Lighting 6.5 End-of-Life 2.17.1 Energy Saving 1.6 Exterior Applications 6.1

Failure Rate 2.10 FAQ for QTi 5.7 Fault Currents 3.16; 6.1.1 Fluorescent Circline 1.2.3 Functional Earth 3.7 ff

Harmonic Content 3.2 ff High Efficiency FH High Output FQ High Voltage Test 3.13 Hot Wires 3.4 Humidity 3.3; 3.9; 6.1.1

Ignition Time 6.5.1 ff Immunity 3.2 ; 8.5.5 Inrush Current 3.14 Installation Instructions 3.2.2.5; 3.9.4; 6.1.1 Insulation Distances 3.12 Insulation Test 3.13 Insulation 3.1.4

…HE 1.2.1

…HO 1.2.2

Lamp Failure 2.6 Lamp Temperature 3.9.3 Lamp-ECG-Combination 7.4 ; 9 ff Leakage Current 3.16 Lifetime 2.12; 3.9.1 Lighting Comfort 2.1 Line Voltage 120 V/277 V 2.4.7 Line Voltage 2.4 ff Luminaire Wiring Test 3.10

Magnetic Field 3.2.2.4 Master-Slave-Operation 8.5.6 Measurementpoint Temperature 3.9.2.1

Noise 2.7; 6.2.1

OUTKIT 6.1; 6.1.2 Overvoltage 2.3; 2.4; 1 f; 8.2

PE Connection 3.7 PE-Connection 3.7; 3.8.2; 3.11 Permissible Cable Lengths 3.3; 7.1 ff Power Factor λ 2.8 Protection Class I or II 3.11; 6.7

QUICKTRONIC

INTELLIGENT QTi 5 ff

Radio Interference Suppression 2.17; 3.2.2; 3.1.6; 3.4 Reliability 2.10 Resistance to Frequent Switching 2.11

Safety Lighting 6.5 Safety 2.3 Selective Shielding 3.2.2.4 Self heating 3.9.1 Storage Temperature 3.9 Switching between Lamp and ECG 3.5

ta Ambient Temperature 3.9 ff tc Measurement Point 3.9.2.1 Temperature Measurement 3.9.5 Temperature Range 3.9 Tender Documents 10f Terminals 7.2 Test Adapter 3.10.1 Thermal Influences 2.13 Three-Phase-System 3.13.3 Treatment Rooms 6.3 Troubleshooting Tips 8ff

Undervoltage 2.4.3 f; 8.3 U-OUT 2.16

VDE-EMC sign 2.8; 2.17.2 VDE-sign 2.19 Voltage Range 2.4 Voltage Resistance 3.13.4 ; 3.17

Wiring Diagrams 3.1 ff; 6.1.1

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