The tests of i-LèD luminaires are not only a demonstration of resistance, but
also a source of inspiration for innovation. Overcoming limits represents fertile
ground for developing increasingly advanced and reliable technologies. In
light of these challenges, i-Lèd technical department not only aims to meet
the minimum requirements, but is committed to exceeding the standards,
anticipating future needs and ensuring that lighting remains a constant and
reliable element in daily life.
Submerged Wear Testing:
The devices are subjected to controlled pres-
sures in a tank simulating deep conditions.
This test evaluates resistance to liquid agents,
ensuring that the devices maintain structural
and functional integrity in the most extreme
conditions.
We carry out tests on the finished product
aimed at verifying the following parameters:
• electrical safety
• electromagnetic compatibility
• electrostatic discharges
• surge test
• voltage dips
Stress test:
This test defines the robustness of the lamp
body by testing its mechanical resistance
to ascertain the walkability and driveability
requirements. The lamp body is subjected to
stress by means of an oil piston which exerts
increasingly greater pressures from 200 to
7500 kg. The test lasts 7 days and consists of
the alternation of push and release with one
minute cycles.
THE TESTING
PROCESS
Salt spray test:
By reproducing an extreme environment with
high salinity by means of a solution formed
from sodium chloride and deionised water, the
behaviour of the materials is analysed in order
to guarantee a product that can be installed in
any outdoor environment.
UV Test:
This test verifies the resistance of materials
to yellowing and deterioration caused by sun-
light and UV radiation. In fact, we reproduce
the radiation of sunlight inside a dedicated
chamber, inserting finished products or mate-
rials such as optics, plastic materials and ca-
bles for a period ranging from a few months
to two years.
Impact Test:
The IK value indicates the degree of resist-
ance to mechanical or accidental impacts of
the external cases of electrical and electron-
ic devices (with voltages lower than 72.5kV).
The test is carried out by generating an ev-
er-increasing impact energy on one or more
potentially vulnerable points of the case for a
minimum of 3 consecutive impacts. The test
can be carried out using approved devices
applied to one of the following test instru-
ments: spring hammer, pendulum hammer
or free fall hammer. The result of the test
can be considered positive if the product
maintains all structural and functional char-
acteristics so that it is still compliant from a
safety point of view.
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