Emergency lamp protection class

Emergency lamp protection class
Emergency lamps are indispensable assistants in case of disconnecting the main power supply. They provide lighting in critical situations, allowing people to move safely and evacuate. But behind all this is an important characteristic - a class of protection. Understanding this parameter is critical for choosing a suitable lamp for a particular room.
What is hidden behind the protection class?
The emergency lamp protection class, indicated by the letter-digital codes, determines its resistance to various external influences. Simply put, this is an indicator, how secure the lamp is protected from dust, moisture and mechanical damage. The higher the protection class, the more difficult conditions it withstands. For example, a lamp with a high protection class is ideal for rooms with high humidity, like a bathroom, or for rooms with a high probability of mechanical exposure, like a warehouse. It is important to remember that the lamp designed to use in a dry office will not necessarily cope with frost in an unheated workshop.
What kind of protection classes exist?
The most common are the protection classes from the ingress of solid particles (dust) and from water (moisture). These classes are indicated by the letters IP. For example, IP20 means that the lamp is protected from solid particles, including large ones, and from large objects hit, but not protected from water drops. IP44 means a higher degree of protection - it is protected from spray of water and dust. The choice of protection class directly depends on where the use of the lamp is planned. If an IP20 is enough for the house, then a higher class, such as IP44 or even IP65, will require a bathroom or technical room.
How to choose the right protection class?
When choosing an emergency lamp, it is necessary to carefully evaluate the operating conditions. If the room is dry and is not subject to mechanical damage, a sufficiently low class of protection. However, if there is increased humidity, the risk of dust or mechanical damage, it is necessary to choose a higher protection class. A careful reading of the lamp marking, indicating the protection class on the warranty coupon and consultation with an experienced seller will help make the right choice. This will not only ensure the reliable operation of the lamp for a long time, but also maintain safety in the event of an emergency.