Explanation of IC and CA Ratings
NZ Only Rating |
Description |
Symbol |
AUS Equivalent |
AUS '16 Update |
IEC/EN Equivalent |
IC-F |
Type IC-F recessed luminaire where fixed, building insulating material that can be safely exposed continuously to temperatures up to 90º Celsius may abut and cover the luminaire. The symbol shall be permanently marked on the back of the fitting, be clearly visible, at least 20mm high and clearly legible. Resistant to ingress of external matter. |
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No Symbol Required - installation refers to AS/NZS 3000 |
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No Symbol Required - installation refers to local wiring rules |
IC |
Type IC recessed luminaire where fixed, building insulating material that can be safely exposed continuously to temperatures up to 90º Celsius may abut and cover the luminaire. The symbol shall be permanently marked on the back of the fitting, be clearly visible, at least 20mm high and clearly legible. |
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No Symbol Required - installation refers to AS/NZS 3000 |
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No Symbol Required - installation refers to local wiring rules |
CA80 |
Type CA80 (90), closed abutted, recessed luminaire where fixed, building insulating material that can be safely exposed continuously to temperatures up to 90º Celsius must not cover but may closely abut the sides of the luminaire. The symbol shall be permanently marked on the back of the fitting, be clearly visible, at least 20mm high and clearly legible. |
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CA135 |
Type CA 135, closed abutted, recessed luminaire where fixed, building insulating material that can be safely exposed continuously to temperatures up to 150º Celsius must not cover but may closely abut the sides of the luminaire. The symbol shall be permanently marked on the back off the fitting, be clearly visible, at least 20mm high and clearly legible. |
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NON-IC | Not allowed to have any insulation within 100mm and cannot be installed in residential buildings. 20mm high and clearly legible. Resistant to ingress of external matter. |
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