[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 227 (Monday, November 25, 2024)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 92855-92868]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2024-26693]
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY
10 CFR Parts 429 and 430
[EERE-2024-BT-TP-0010]
RIN 1904-AF67
Energy Conservation Program: Test Procedure for General Service
Lamps
AGENCY: Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Department of
Energy.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking and announcement of public
meeting.
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SUMMARY: The U.S. Department of Energy (``DOE'') proposes several
clarifications to the test procedures for general service lamps
(``GSLs'') located in appendix W, appendix BB and appendix DD.
Specifically, DOE proposes to clarify that GSLs must not be tested as
colored lamps, GSLs that can operate at multiple correlated color
temperatures (``CCTs'') be tested at one specific CCT, and that lamps
with additional components that do not affect light output must be
turned off during testing. The proposed clarifications specify that
non-integrated lamps be tested with a fluorescent lamp ballast or
external driver selected based on compatibility lists and availability;
and provide specifications regarding the starting method, ballast
factor, number of lamps and references to the relevant industry
standards. This rulemaking is limited in scope and is considering
clarifications to the current test procedures that are required for
certification of compliance with existing applicable GSL energy
conservation standards. Further, this rulemaking does not satisfy the
Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requirement that, at least
once every 7 years, DOE review the test procedures for GSLs. DOE is
seeking comment from interested parties on the proposal.
DATES: DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this
proposal no later than December 26, 2024. See section V of this
document, ``Public Participation,'' for details.
DOE will hold a public meeting if one is requested by December 2,
2024. If a public meeting is requested, DOE will announce its date and
participation information on the DOE website and via email.
ADDRESSES: Interested persons are encouraged to submit comments using
the Federal eRulemaking Portal at www.regulations.gov under docket
number EERE-2024-BT-TP-0010. Follow the instructions for submitting
comments. Alternatively, interested persons may submit comments,
identified by docket number EERE-2024-BT-TP-0010, by any of the
following methods:
(1) Email: [email protected]. Include the docket number
EERE-2024-BT-TP-0010 in the subject line of the message.
(2) Postal Mail: Appliance and Equipment Standards Program, U.S.
Department of Energy, Building Technologies Office, Mailstop EE-5B,
1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585-0121. Telephone:
(202) 287-1445. If possible, please submit all items on a compact disc
(``CD''), in which case it is not necessary to include printed copies.
(3) Hand Delivery/Courier: Appliance and Equipment Standards
Program, U.S. Department of Energy, Building Technologies Office,
Mailstop EE-5B, 1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585-0121.
Telephone: (202) 287-1445. If possible, please submit all items on a
CD, in which case it is not necessary to include printed copies.
No telefacsimiles (``faxes'') will be accepted. For detailed
instructions on submitting comments and additional information on this
process, see section V of this document.
Docket: The docket for this activity, which includes Federal
Register notices, public meeting attendee lists and transcripts (if a
public meeting is held), comments, and other supporting documents/
materials, is available for review at www.regulations.gov. All
documents in the docket are listed in the www.regulations.gov index.
However, not all documents listed in the index may be publicly
available, such as information that is exempt from public disclosure.
The docket web page can be found at www.regulations.gov/docket/EERE-2024-BT-TP-0010. The docket web page contains instructions on how
to access all documents, including public comments, in the docket. See
section V of this document for information on how to submit comments
through www.regulations.gov.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Mr. Bryan Berringer, U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Energy
Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Building Technologies Office, EE-2J,
1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585-0121. Telephone:
(202) 586-0371. Email [email protected].
Ms. Kiana Daw, U.S. Department of Energy, Office of the General
Counsel, GC-33, 1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585-0121.
Telephone: (202) 586-4798. Email: [email protected].
For further information on how to submit a comment, review other
public comments and the docket, or participate in a public meeting (if
one is held), contact the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program
staff at (202) 287-1445 or by email:
[email protected].
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: DOE proposes to maintain previously approved
incorporations by reference and to incorporate by reference the
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following industry standards into title 10 of the Code of Federal
Regulations (``CFR'') part 430:
ANSI C78.53-2019 (R2023), ``ANSI C78.53-2023'', ``American National
Standard for Electric Lamps--Performance Specifications for Direct
Replacement LED (Light Emitting Diode) Lamps'' approved August 24,
2023.
ANSI C78.901-2016, ``ANSI C78.901-2016'', ``American National
Standard for Electric Lamps--Single-Based Fluorescent Lamps--
Dimensional and Electrical Characteristics'' approved August 23, 2016.
Copies of ANSI C78.53-2023 and ANSI C78.901-2016 are available at
https://webstore.ansi.org/ or https://www.ansi.org or https://www.nema.org.
See section IV.M of this document for a further discussion of these
standards.
Table of Contents
I. Authority and Background
A. Authority
B. Background
C. Deviation From Appendix A
II. Synopsis of the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
III. Discussion
A. Scope of Applicability
B. Proposed Clarifications to Appendix W, Appendix BB, and
Appendix DD
1. Lamps With Multiple Modes
2. Lamps With Non-Illumination Components
3. Non-Integrated LED Lamps
C. Reporting
D. Test Procedure Costs and Harmonization
1. Test Procedure Costs and Impact
2. Harmonization With Industry Standards
E. Compliance Date
IV. Procedural Issues and Regulatory Review
A. Review Under Executive Orders 12866, 13563, and 14094
B. Review Under the Regulatory Flexibility Act
C. Review Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995
D. Review Under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969
E. Review Under Executive Order 13132
F. Review Under Executive Order 12988
G. Review Under the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995
H. Review Under the Treasury and General Government
Appropriations Act, 1999
I. Review Under Executive Order 12630
J. Review Under Treasury and General Government Appropriations
Act, 2001
K. Review Under Executive Order 13211
L. Review Under Section 32 of the Federal Energy Administration
Act of 1974
M. Description of Materials Incorporated by Reference
V. Public Participation
A. Submission of Comments
B. Issues on Which DOE Seeks Comment
VI. Approval of the Office of the Secretary
I. Authority and Background
GSLs are included in the list of ``covered products'' for which DOE
is authorized to establish and amend energy conservation standards and
test procedures. (42 U.S.C. 6291(30)(BB); 42 U.S.C. 6291(30)(DD); 42
U.S.C. 6295(i)(6)) GSLs include but are not limited to general service
incandescent lamps (``GSILs''), incandescent reflector lamps
(``IRLs''), compact fluorescent lamps (``CFLs''), integrated light-
emitting diode (``LED'') lamps. DOE's test procedure for GSILs and IRLs
are set forth at 10 CFR part 430, subpart B, appendix R (``appendix
R''). DOE's test procedure for CFLs is set forth at 10 CFR part 430,
subpart B, appendix W (``appendix W''). DOE's test procedure for
integrated LED lamps is set forth at 10 CFR part 430, subpart B,
appendix BB (``appendix BB''). DOE's test procedure for GSLs that are
not GSILs, IRLs, CFLs, or integrated LED lamps is set forth at 10 CFR
part 430, subpart B, appendix DD (``appendix DD'').
The following sections discuss DOE's authority to establish and
amend test procedures for GSLs and relevant background information
regarding DOE's consideration of test procedures for this product.
A. Authority
The Energy Policy and Conservation Act, Public Law 94-163, as
amended (``EPCA''),\1\ authorizes DOE to regulate the energy efficiency
of a number of consumer products and certain industrial equipment. (42
U.S.C. 6291-6317, as codified) Title III, Part B of EPCA \2\
established the Energy Conservation Program for Consumer Products Other
Than Automobiles, which sets forth a variety of provisions designed to
improve energy efficiency. These products include GSLs, the subject of
this document. (42 U.S.C. 6295(6))
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\1\ All references to EPCA in this document refer to the statute
as amended through the Energy Act of 2020, Public Law 116-260 (Dec.
27, 2020), which reflect the last statutory amendments that impact
Parts A and A-1 of EPCA.
\2\ For editorial reasons, upon codification in the U.S. Code,
Part B was redesignated Part A.
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The energy conservation program under EPCA consists essentially of
four parts: (1) testing, (2) labeling, (3) Federal energy conservation
standards, and (4) certification and enforcement procedures. Relevant
provisions of EPCA specifically include definitions (42 U.S.C. 6291),
test procedures (42 U.S.C. 6293), labeling provisions (42 U.S.C. 6294),
energy conservation standards (42 U.S.C. 6295), and the authority to
require information and reports from manufacturers (42 U.S.C. 6296).
The Federal testing requirements consist of test procedures that
manufacturers of covered products must use as the basis for: (1)
certifying to DOE that their products comply with the applicable energy
conservation standards adopted pursuant to EPCA (42 U.S.C. 6295(s)),
and (2) making other representations about the efficiency of those
consumer products (42 U.S.C. 6293(c)). Similarly, DOE must use these
test procedures to determine whether the products comply with relevant
standards promulgated under EPCA. (42 U.S.C. 6295(s))
Federal energy efficiency requirements for covered products
established under EPCA generally supersede State laws and regulations
concerning energy conservation testing, labeling, and standards. (42
U.S.C. 6297) DOE may, however, grant waivers of Federal preemption for
particular State laws or regulations, in accordance with the procedures
and other provisions of EPCA. (42 U.S.C. 6297(d))
Under 42 U.S.C. 6293, EPCA sets forth the criteria and procedures
DOE must follow when prescribing or amending test procedures for
covered products. EPCA requires that any test procedures prescribed or
amended under this section be reasonably designed to produce test
results which measure energy efficiency, energy use or estimated annual
operating cost of a covered product during a representative average use
cycle or period of use and not be unduly burdensome to conduct. (42
U.S.C. 6293(b)(3))
EPCA also requires that, at least once every 7 years, DOE evaluate
test procedures for each type of covered product, including GSLs, to
determine whether amended test procedures would more accurately or
fully comply with the requirements for the test procedures to not be
unduly burdensome to conduct and be reasonably designed to produce test
results that reflect energy efficiency, energy use, and estimated
operating costs during a representative average use cycle or period of
use. (42 U.S.C. 6293(b)(1)(A))
If the Secretary determines, on her own behalf or in response to a
petition by any interested person, that a test procedure should be
prescribed or amended, the Secretary shall promptly publish in the
Federal Register proposed test procedures and afford interested persons
an opportunity to present oral and written data, views, and arguments
with respect to such procedures. The comment period on a proposed rule
to amend a test procedure
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shall be at least 60 days and may not exceed 270 days. In prescribing
or amending a test procedure, the Secretary shall take into account
such information as the Secretary determines relevant to such
procedure, including technological developments relating to energy use
or energy efficiency of the type (or class) of covered products
involved. (42 U.S.C. 6293(b)(2)). If DOE determines that test procedure
revisions are not appropriate, DOE must publish its determination not
to amend the test procedures. (42 U.S.C. 6293(b)(1)(A)(ii))
In addition, EPCA requires that DOE amend its test procedures for
all covered products to integrate measures of standby mode and off mode
energy consumption into the overall energy efficiency, energy
consumption, or other energy descriptor, unless the current test
procedure already incorporates the standby mode and off mode energy
consumption, or if such integration is technically infeasible. (42
U.S.C. 6295(gg)(2)(A)(i)-(ii)) If an integrated test procedure is
technically infeasible, DOE must prescribe separate standby mode and
off mode energy use test procedures for the covered product, if a
separate test is technically feasible. (42 U.S.C. 6295(gg)(2)(A)(ii)).
Any such amendment must consider the most current versions of the
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Standard 62301 \3\ and
IEC Standard 62087 \4\ as applicable. (42 U.S.C. 6295(gg)(2)(A))
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\3\ IEC 62301, Household electrical appliances--Measurement of
standby power (Edition 2.0, 2011-01).
\4\ IEC 62087, Audio, video and related equipment--Methods of
measurement for power consumption (Edition 1.0, Parts 1-6: 2015,
Part 7: 2018).
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DOE is publishing this notice of proposed rulemaking (``NOPR'') to
address specific issues and to make minor clarifications to the current
test procedures that are required for certification of compliance with
applicable GSL energy conservation standards. Further, this proposed
rulemaking does not satisfy the EPCA requirement that, at least once
every 7 years, DOE review the test procedures for GSLs. (42 U.S.C.
6293(b)(1)(A)).
B. Background
DOE's existing test procedures for GSLs appear at 10 CFR part 430,
subpart B, appendix R for GSILs and IRLs, appendix W for CFLs, appendix
BB for integrated LED lamps and appendix DD for all GSLs that are not
GSILs, IRLs, CFLs, or integrated LED lamps. In this NOPR, DOE proposes
clarifications to appendix W, appendix BB, and appendix DD.
On July 1, 2016, DOE published a final rule adopting a test
procedure for integrated LED lamps in appendix BB. 81 FR 43404. On
August 19, 2016, DOE published a final rule amending test procedures
for medium base CFLs and adopting test procedures for new metrics for
all CFLs including hybrid CFLs and CFLs with bases other than medium
screw base in appendix W. 81 FR 59386. On October 20, 2016, DOE
published a final rule adopting new test procedures for GSLs that are
not integrated LED lamps, CFLs, or GSILs in appendix DD. 81 FR 72493.
On May 9, 2022, DOE published a final rule codifying the 45 lumens
per watts (``lm/W'') backstop requirement for GSLs that Congress
prescribed in amendments to EPCA. 89 FR 27439. DOE issued a phased-in
enforcement policy for the 45 lm/W backstop requirement.\5\ On October
14, 2022, DOE issued a guidance document \6\ stating that manufacturers
and importers are not currently required to certify compliance to the
45 lm/W backstop requirement and that DOE may address the certification
requirements for the backstop in a separate, future rulemaking. On
October 9, 2024, DOE published a final rule stating that because DOE
has reached the full enforcement phase of the enforcement policy,
manufacturers and importers must certify compliance to the backstop
requirement for GSLs. 89 FR 81994, 82052-82053.
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\5\ See https://www.energy.gov/sites/default/files/2022-04/GSL_EnforcementPolicy_4_25_22.pdf.
\6\ See https://www1.eere.energy.gov/buildings/appliance_standards/pdfs/GSL_Cert_Guidance_Final.pdf.
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On January 11, 2023, DOE published a notice of proposed rulemaking
(``January 2023 NOPR'') proposing amended energy conservation standards
for GSLs. 88 FR 1638. On April 19, 2024, DOE published a final rule
adopting amended energy conservation standards for GSLs (``April 2024
Final Rule''). 89 FR 28856. Note, in the April 2024 Final Rule, for
certain lamps, DOE determined that because the market is rapidly
developing it was unable to make a clear and accurate determination
regarding the consumer utility, how various technology options would
affect the efficiency, and maximum technologically feasible efficiency
of these lamps, which prevented DOE from determining whether a specific
standard for these lamps would be economically justified. Accordingly,
the standards adopted in the April 2024 Final Rule do not apply to
these lamps (see 10 CFR 430.32(dd)(1)(iv)(C)). DOE did note that these
lamps are still subject to the 45 lm/W sales prohibition at 10 CFR
430.32(dd). 89 FR 28886-28888.
DOE received comments in response to the January 2023 NOPR from the
National Electrical Manufacturers Association (``NEMA'') regarding test
procedures for certain GSLs. 88 FR 28856, 28882. In the April 2024
Final Rule, DOE summarized these comments and noted that it is not
amending any test procedure in that final rule. 88 FR 28856, 28882. To
the extent that the comments received are relevant to the topics
addressed in this document, those comments are discussed in this NOPR.
A parenthetical reference at the end of a comment quotation or
paraphrase provides the location of the item in the public record.\7\
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\7\ The parenthetical reference provides a reference for
information located in the docket of DOE's rulemaking to develop
test procedures for insert product. (Docket NO. EERE-2022-BT-STD-
0022, which is maintained at: www.regulations.gov). The references
are arranged as follows: (commenter name, comment docket ID number
at page of that document).
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C. Deviation From Appendix A
In accordance with section 3(a) of 10 CFR part 430, subpart C,
appendix A (``appendix A''), DOE notes that it is deviating from the
provision in appendix A regarding the NOPR stages for a test procedure
rulemaking. Section 8(a)(1) of appendix A states that in determining
whether to consider establishing or amending any test procedure, DOE
will publish one or more preliminary documents in the Federal Register
(e.g., a request for information or notice of data availability)
intended to gather information on key issues. Section 8(b)(2) of
appendix A also states that the public comment period for NOPR
documents is no less than 60 days with at least one public meeting or
workshop. As discussed, DOE is proposing limited clarifications to the
test procedure in this document rather than a complete review under the
7-year lookback provision in EPCA. As a result, DOE has determined that
a preliminary rulemaking document is not necessary and, considering the
limited scope of the proposed clarifications, 30 days is an appropriate
period for providing comments.
II. Synopsis of the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
In this NOPR, DOE proposes to make clarifications to appendix W,
``Uniform Test Method for Measuring the Energy Consumption of Compact
Fluorescent Lamps;'' appendix BB, ``Uniform Test Method for Measuring
the Input Power, Lumen Output, Lamp Efficacy,
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Correlated Color Temperature (CCT), Color Rendering Index (CRI), Power
Factor, Time to Failure, and Standby Mode Power of Integrated Light-
Emitting Diode (LED) Lamps;'' and appendix DD, ``Uniform Test Method
for Measuring the Energy Consumption and Energy Efficiency of General
Service Lamps That Are Not General Service Incandescent Lamps, Compact
Fluorescent Lamps, or Integrated LED Lamps.'' DOE proposes to amend
appendices W, BB and DD to specify: (1) lamps must not be tested as a
colored lamp and those that can operate at multiple CCTs must be tested
at 2700 Kelvin (``K'') or the closest available CCT greater than 2700
K; and (2) lamps with additional components that do not affect the
light output of the lamp (e.g., camera, speaker) must be tested with as
many components turned off as possible.
Additionally, in this NOPR, DOE proposes to make clarifications to
appendix DD as follows: (1) remove the instruction to operate non-
integrated LED lamps at the manufacturer-declared input voltage and
current; (2) specify that non-integrated lamps be tested on a
fluorescent lamp ballast or external driver, in an order of preference
based on being on a manufacturer-provided compatibility list and/or
commercially available; (3) specify the starting method and ballast
factors for the fluorescent lamp ballasts used in testing; (4) specify
that fluorescent lamp ballasts used in testing operate the maximum
number of lamps and instructions for calculating individual lamp values
where more than one lamp is operated; and (5) incorporate by reference
American National Standards Institute (``ANSI'') C78.901-2016 \8\ and
ANSI C78.53-2023.\9\
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\8\ American National Standards Institute, ANSI C78.901-2016
American National Standard for Electric Lamps--Single-Based
Fluorescent Lamps--Dimensional and Electrical Characteristics,
Approved August 23, 2016.
\9\ American National Standards Institute, ANSI C78.53-2019
(R2023) American National Standard for Electric Lamps--Performance
Specifications for Direct Replacement LED (Light Emitting Diode)
Lamps, Approved August 24, 2023.
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DOE's proposed actions are summarized in Table II.1 compared to the
current test procedure as well as the reason for the proposed change.
Table II.1--Summary of Changes in Proposed Test Procedure Relative to Current Test Procedure
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Current DOE test procedure Proposed test procedure Attribution
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Does not include instruction to ensure Provides instructions that lamps must not Response to industry
lamps are not tested as a colored lamp. be tested as colored lamps and lamps that comments.
can operate multiple CCTs must be tested
at 2700 K or the closest available CCT
greater than 2700 K.
Does not include instructions to test Provides instructions to turn off as many Response to industry
lamps with additional components that do components as possible during testing for comments.
not affect the light output of the lamp lamps with additional components that do
(e.g., camera, speaker) with as many not affect the light output of the lamp
features turned off as possible. (e.g., camera, speaker).
Includes instructions to test non- Removes instructions to test non- Response to industry
integrated LED lamps at the manufacturer- integrated LED lamps at the manufacturer- comments.
declared input voltage and current. declared input voltage and current and
instead specifies to test non-integrated
lamps with a fluorescent lamp ballast or
external driver selected in order of
preference based on compatibility list
and availability.
Does not include instructions for starting Specifies that a fluorescent lamp ballast Response to industry
method and ballast factor for a used in testing non-integrated lamps must comments.
fluorescent lamp ballast used in testing have certain starting method and ballast
non-integrated lamps. factors.
Does not include instructions for number Specifies that a fluorescent lamp ballast Response to industry
of lamps for a fluorescent lamp ballast used in testing non-integrated lamps must comments.
used in testing non-integrated lamps. operate the maximum number of lamps and
provides instructions for calculating
individual lamp values where more than
one lamp is operated.
Does not reference ANSI C78.901-2016 for References ANSI C78.901-2016 for setup Response to industry
testing non-integrated lamps. instructions when testing non-integrated comments.
lamps that only operate on a low
frequency, preheat start fluorescent lamp
ballast.
Does not reference ANSI C78.53-2023 for References ANSI C78.53-2023 sections 5.6.3 Response to industry
testing non-integrated lamps. (Thermal), 5.6.4 (Electrical comments.
Characteristics), 5.7.2.1 (Thermal),
5.7.3 (Electrical Characteristics), and
5.7.5 (Compatibility Criteria), as an
applicable industry standard for setup
instructions when testing non-integrated
lamps that are marketed to replace
fluorescent lamps and high intensity
discharge lamps.
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DOE has tentatively determined that the proposed clarifications
described in section III of this NOPR would not alter the measured
efficiency of GSLs or require retesting or recertification solely as a
result of DOE's adoption of the proposed clarifications to the test
procedures, if made final. Additionally, DOE has tentatively determined
that the proposed clarifications, if made final, would not increase the
cost of testing. Discussion of DOE's proposed actions are addressed in
detail in section III of this NOPR.
III. Discussion
In the following sections, DOE proposes certain clarifications to
its test procedures for GSLs. For each proposed amendment, DOE provides
relevant background information, explains why the amendment merits
consideration, discusses relevant public comments, and proposes a
potential approach.
A. Scope of Applicability
This rulemaking applies to GSLs. DOE defines a GSL as a lamp that
has an ANSI base; is able to operate at a voltage of 12 volts or 24
volts, at or between 100 to 130 volts, at or between 220 to 240 volts,
or of 277 volts for integrated lamps (as set out in this definition),
or
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is able to operate at any voltage for non-integrated lamps (as set out
in this definition); has an initial lumen output of greater than or
equal to 310 lumens (or 232 lumens for modified spectrum general
service incandescent lamps) and less than or equal to 3,300 lumens; is
not a light fixture; is not an LED downlight retrofit kit; and is used
in general lighting applications. General service lamps include, but
are not limited to, general service incandescent lamps, compact
fluorescent lamps, general service light-emitting diode lamps, and
general service organic light emitting diode lamps. 10 CFR 430.2. There
are 26 lamp types exempt from GSL definition.\10\
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\10\ See definition of ``general service lamp'' in 10 CFR 430.2
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B. Proposed Clarifications to Appendix W, Appendix BB, and Appendix DD
DOE has identified certain aspects of the existing test procedures
for GSLs that require clarification to ensure consistent testing to
comply with the 45 ``lm/W'' backstop requirement for GSLs that Congress
prescribed in amendments to EPCA. (42 U.S.C. 6295(i)(6)(A)(v)) To the
extent that other GSLs may not be able to be tested in accordance with
DOE's test procedures, manufacturers may petition DOE for test
procedure waivers in accordance with 10 CFR 430.27.
1. Lamps With Multiple Modes
Appendices W, BB, and DD specify instructions to test at maximum
input power for all lamps, including those that may operate in multiple
modes. Section 3.1.4 of appendix BB and section 3.5 of appendix DD
specify to operate the lamp at the maximum input power; and if multiple
modes occur at the same maximum input power (such as variable CCT or
color rendering index (``CRI'')) select any of these modes and ensure
all measurements are taken at the same selected mode. Section 3.1.4 of
appendix W specifies to operate the lamp, including those that are
dimmable or multi-level, at the labeled wattage, defined as the highest
wattage marked on the lamp and/or lamp packaging.
In response to the January 2023 NOPR, and as summarized in the
April 2024 Final Rule, NEMA noted that section 3.1.4 in appendix BB
specifies testing be done at the maximum input power and stated for a
color-tunable (multi-primary) lamp this will typically occur when all
LED packages within are driven at 100-percent output. NEMA commented
that when all primary color sources (red, green, blue, white and
others) are at full output, the chromaticity coordinates of the lamp
may not be on or even close to the blackbody locus used for
standardizing white light chromaticities and may fall outside the range
in which the CRI, as defined in International Commission on
Illumination (``CIE'') 13.3,\11\ is a considered a valid metric. NEMA
commented that at the maximum input power condition, the lamp may be
operating as a colored lamp rather than a GSL. NEMA further commented
that section 5.1 of the ENERGY STAR lamps V2.1 \12\ specification
states that testing is to be done at the most consumptive white light
setting covered by the specification. NEMA stated that this approach
guarantees a tested lamp will operate in the GSL region with a
chromaticity defined by ANSI C78.377 \13\ and accepted as ``white''
light. NEMA requested that DOE amend the test procedures to require
color-tunable lamps to be operated at the highest input power nominal
white chromaticity as defined in ANSI C78.377. (NEMA, No. 183 at pp.
21-22), 89 FR 28856, 28882.
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\11\ International Commission on Illumination, CIE 13.3--1995
Technical Report: Method of Measuring and Specifying Colour
Rendering Properties of Light Sources, Approved 1995.
\12\ ENERGY STAR[supreg] Program Requirements Product
Specification for Lamps (Light Bulbs) Eligibility Criteria Version
2.1.
\13\ American National Standards Institute, ANSI C.78.377--2017
American National Standard for Electric Lamps--Specifications for
the Chromaticity of Solid-State Lighting Products, Approved 2017.
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NEMA further stated that lamps with four or more primary colors
exhibit a wider gamut area and will be able to produce a consumer-
selected chromaticity with many different settings of those primaries.
NEMA commented that, for example, a lamp may have one mode to maximize
light output and another to maximize color rendering, and that the
input power is likely to differ among modes. NEMA recommended that
where the same chromaticity can be achieved with multiple primary
settings, DOE should allow the manufacturer to determine the test
conditions and provide instruction for how to repeat the condition for
the highest input power white light chromaticity as per ANSI C78.377.
(NEMA, No. 183 at pp. 21-22), 89 FR 28856, 28882.
In this NOPR, in section 3 of appendices W, BB, and DD, DOE
proposes to operate the lamp as not a colored lamp (as defined in 10
CFR 430.2) and if the lamp can operate at multiple CCTs to operate the
lamp at 2700 K, or the closest available CCT greater than 2700 K. A
colored lamp is exempt from the definition of GSLs. Because a colored
lamp has a CCT less than 2500 K or greater than 7000 K, operating at
2700 K would ensure that the lamp is not operating as a colored lamp.
(See 10 CFR 430.2 ``General service lamp'', ``Colored lamp''). Further,
in the April 2024 Final Rule, DOE determined that 2700 K is a common
CCT for GSLs. 89 FR 28856, 28895. DOE is also proposing to require
manufacturers to indicate on the test report which CCT (numerical or on
the graphical user interface) is selected for testing and include
details such that another laboratory could operate the lamp at the same
CCT. DOE has tentatively determined that specifying to not test any
lamp as a colored lamp (as defined in 10 CFR 430.2) and to test at a
specific CCT for lamps with multiple CCT settings addresses NEMA's
concerns that some lamps when tested at maximum input power may operate
as a colored lamp. Additionally, DOE has tentatively determined these
instructions will further ensure consistency and repeatability in
testing. DOE requests comment on its proposal to specify that lamps not
be operated as a colored lamp and be tested at 2700 K or the closest
available CCT greater than 2700 K. See section V.D of this document for
a list of issues on which DOE seeks comment.
To avoid confusion, DOE also proposes to remove the instruction in
section 3.1 of appendix DD to take measurements at full light output.
Section 3.5 in appendix DD already specifies to operate the lamp at the
maximum input power which is equivalent to operating the lamp at full
light output. DOE requests comment on removing the instruction to
operate at full light output in appendix DD. See section V.D of this
document for a list of issues on which DOE seeks comment.
2. Lamps With Non-Illumination Components
In response to the January 2023 NOPR, and as summarized in the
April 2024 Final Rule, NEMA stated that for lamps with non-illumination
features the only way to measure the lamp's luminous efficacy
independent of the non-illumination features is to disassemble the
product and identify the appropriate solder traces to cut unless a lamp
offers a physical switch or an app-based method for disabling the power
from non-illumination features. (NEMA, No. 183 at p. 12), 89 FR 28856,
28888.
In this NOPR, in section 3 of appendices W, BB, and DD, for lamps
with a component(s) that offer a distinct functionality (e.g., a
speaker, a camera, an air purifier, etc.) where the
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component is integrated into the lamp but does not affect the light
output of the lamp (e.g., does not turn the light on/off, dim the
light, change the color of the light, etc.) and is capable of operating
in standby mode, DOE proposes to specify to turn off as many of these
components as possible during testing. DOE also proposes to require
that the test report indicate which components were turned off and
which, if any, components remained on. DOE has tentatively determined
that for those lamps with components that do not affect light output
and are controllable by physical switch or an app-based method, this
instruction will ensure that these components are turned off during
testing. DOE has tentatively determined these instructions will further
ensure consistency and repeatability in testing. DOE requests comment
on specifying for lamps with components that do not affect light output
to turn off such components during testing. See section V.D of this
document for a list of issues on which DOE seeks comment.
3. Non-Integrated LED Lamps
Section 3.4 of appendix DD provides instructions to operate a non-
integrated lamp at the manufacturer-declared input voltage and current.
In response to the January 2023 NOPR, and as summarized in the April
2024 Final Rule, NEMA stated that this instruction only provides a
partial description of the testing conditions and does not represent a
repeatable test condition for Type A or Type C linear LED lamps
(``TLEDs''). NEMA stated it is repeating the point made in the 2016 GSL
test procedure rulemaking that frequency and waveform are important
parameters that vary among LED lamps. NEMA stated that DOE should amend
the test procedure to allow testing with a manufacturer-designated
commercial ballast in alignment with ANSI C78.53, and that DOE should
accept ANSI C78.53 testing for compliance with this rule. NEMA stated
that manufacturers would specify performance ratings, indicate a
ballast factor associated with those ratings, and identify the
compatible ballast type and model. (NEMA, No. 183 at p. 21), 89 FR
28856, 28883.
In this NOPR, in section 3.4 of appendix DD, DOE proposes to remove
the instruction to operate non-integrated LED lamps at the
manufacturer-declared input voltage and current and specify that the
remaining instructions regarding rated voltages apply to integrated
lamps. Additionally, DOE proposes to add a section to appendix DD that
specifies that a non-integrated lamp be operated on a fluorescent lamp
ballast or external driver that is selected based on the following: (1)
manufacturer-specified compatibility list and availability, (2)
starting method, and (3) ballast factor. Finally, DOE proposes to add
instructions for testing with a fluorescent lamp ballast or external
driver in terms of number of lamps used, and references to relevant
industry standards. DOE has tentatively determined that specifying that
the lamp be operated on a fluorescent lamp ballast or external driver
ensures the completeness of instructions for testing non-integrated
lamps, thereby addressing NEMA's concerns. Additionally, DOE has
tentatively determined that specifying a set of criteria for selecting
the fluorescent lamp ballast or external driver will improve the
consistency and repeatability of testing. The proposed provisions for
testing non-integrated lamps with a fluorescent lamp ballast or
external driver are detailed in the following sections.
a. Selection of Fluorescent Lamp Ballast or External Driver
First, DOE proposes that the fluorescent lamp ballast or external
driver selected for testing must be, in the following order of
preference: (1) from the lamp's publicly available manufacturer-
provided compatibility list and commercially available; (2)
commercially available and able to operate the lamp throughout the
duration of the test; (3) previously procured and able to operate the
lamp throughout the duration of the test. Only if the fluorescent lamp
ballast and external driver cannot be selected from the previous
preference should the next preference be availed. To provide clarity,
DOE also proposes to define ``commercially available fluorescent lamp
ballast or external driver'' as one that can be purchased by an
individual consumer at a readily accessible retailer (i.e., retailer
with storefront or online purchasing). Additionally, DOE proposes that
the manufacturer record the fluorescent lamp ballast or external driver
manufacturer and model name/number used for testing in the test report.
Further, DOE understands that because low frequency, preheat start
fluorescent lamp ballasts are an older technology, they may not be
commercially available. For a lamp that operates only on low frequency,
preheat start fluorescent lamp ballasts, and these ballasts are not
available, DOE proposes to specify to operate the lamp on the
manufacturer-declared voltage and current, and if this information is
not provided, to operate the lamp in accordance with the applicable
lamp voltage and current conditions specified in ANSI C78.901-2016. The
manufacturer must indicate in the test report the voltage and current
with which the lamp was operated. DOE requests comment on the order of
preference based on availability of the fluorescent lamp ballast or
external driver. DOE requests comment on the definition of commercially
available fluorescent lamp ballast or external driver. DOE requests
comment on the selection of fluorescent lamp ballasts for lamps that
operate only low frequency, preheat start fluorescent lamp ballasts.
See section V.D of this document for a list of issues on which DOE
seeks comment.
Secondly, once the set of fluorescent lamp ballasts have been
identified based on being (1) on publicly available manufacturer-
provided compatibility list and commercially available, (2)
commercially available, or (3) previously procured, DOE proposes to
specify selection of the ballast starting method. Specifically, DOE
proposes that for the set of fluorescent lamp ballasts identified, if
all the ballasts have the same starting method, choose a ballast with
that starting method. If there is more than one starting method among
them, choose a ballast with a starting method based on lamp type as
specified in Table III.1. If the starting method in Table III.1 is not
included among fluorescent lamp ballasts under consideration, then
select any starting method. DOE requests comment on the selection of
starting method for the fluorescent lamp ballast used in testing. See
section V.D of this document for a list of issues on which DOE seeks
comment.
Table III.1--Starting Method by Lamp Type
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Lamp type Starting method
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T8 medium bipin........................... Instant Start.
T8 recessed double contact................ Instant Start.
T5 miniature bipin........................ Programmed Start.
T12 single pin, slimline.................. Instant Start.
T12 medium bipin.......................... Rapid Start.
T12 recessed double contact............... Rapid Start.
All other lamp types...................... Any.
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Thirdly, once the set of fluorescent lamp ballasts have been
identified based on starting method, DOE proposes to specify selection
of the ballast factor. Specifically, DOE proposes that for the set of
fluorescent lamp ballasts identified, if the ballasts have more than
one ballast factor available, choose a ballast with a ballast factor
based on lamp type as specified in Table III.2. If
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the ballast factor in Table III.2 is not included among ballasts under
consideration, select a ballast with a ballast factor closest to the
one listed in Table III.2. DOE requests comment on the selection of
ballast factor for the fluorescent lamp ballast used in testing. See
section V.D of this document for a list of issues on which DOE seeks
comment.
Table III.2--Ballast Factor by Lamp Type
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Lamp type Ballast factor
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T8 medium bipin........................... 0.88.
T8 recessed double contact................ 1.05.
T5 miniature bipin........................ 1.
T12 single pin, slimline.................. Any.
T12 medium bipin.......................... Any.
T12 recessed double contact............... Any.
All other lamp types...................... Any.
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b. Testing With Fluorescent Lamp Ballast or External Driver
DOE understands that a fluorescent lamp ballast or external driver
can operate more than one lamp at a time. Therefore, DOE proposes
instructions for determining values for one lamp when the fluorescent
lamp ballast or external driver is operated on more than one lamp.
Specifically, DOE proposes to specify that the fluorescent lamp ballast
or external drivers be loaded with the maximum number of lamps when
measuring the initial lumen output, initial input power, input voltage,
and input current, and these measured values be divided by the maximum
number of lamps. DOE requests comment on instructions to divide
measured values by the maximum number of lamps operated by the
fluorescent lamp ballast or external driver to determine individual
lamp values. See section V.D of this document for a list of issues on
which DOE seeks comment.
Additionally, DOE reviewed ANSI C78.53-2023 and determined that it
is applicable to the testing of non-integrated lamps. Therefore, DOE
proposes to incorporate by reference ANSI C78.53-2023 in appendix DD
and reference it as follows: (1) for a non-integrated lamp marketed to
replace a fluorescent lamp and operate on the existing fluorescent lamp
ballast, testing should be conducted in accordance with the setup
provisions in sections 5.6.3 (Thermal) and 5.6.4 (Electrical
Characteristics) of ANSI C78.53-2023; and (2) for a non-integrated lamp
marketed to replace a high intensity discharge lamp and operate on the
existing high intensity discharge lamp ballast, testing should be
conducted in accordance with the setup provisions in sections 5.7.2.1
(Thermal), 5.7.3 (Electrical Characteristics), and 5.7.5 (Compatibility
Criteria) of ANSI C78.53-2023 sections. DOE requests comment on
incorporating by reference sections of ANSI C78.53-2023 in appendix DD.
See section V.D of this document for a list of issues on which DOE
seeks comment.
C. Reporting
Manufacturers, including importers, must use product-specific
certification templates to certify compliance to DOE. For GSLs, the
certification template reflects the general certification requirements
specified at 10 CFR 429.12 and the product-specific requirements
specified at 10 CFR 429.57. As discussed in the previous paragraphs,
DOE is not proposing to amend the product-specific certification
requirements for these products.
D. Test Procedure Costs and Harmonization
1. Test Procedure Costs and Impact
EPCA requires that test procedures proposed by DOE not be unduly
burdensome to conduct. (42 U.S.C. 6293(b)(3)) The following section
discusses DOE's evaluation of estimated costs associated with the
proposed clarifications.
In this NOPR, DOE proposes to make two updates to appendices W, BB,
and DD that provide clarification for testing lamps with additional
functionality by specifying: (1) the CCT at which to test for lamps
that can operate at multiple CCTs; and (2) to turn off components that
do not affect light output. These proposed clarifications only provide
further clarification and more complete information regarding how to
appropriately test certain lamps. Therefore, DOE has initially
determined that the proposed clarifications would not impact the
representations of GSL energy efficiency based on the initial
determination manufacturers would be able to rely on data generated
under the current test procedure should the proposed clarifications be
finalized. As such, retesting of GSLs would not be required solely as a
result of DOE's adoption of the proposed clarifications to the test
procedure.
Finally, in this NOPR, DOE proposes to update appendix DD to remove
the instruction to operate non-integrated LED lamps at the
manufacturer-declared input voltage and current and instead specify
that non-integrated lamps be operated on a fluorescent lamp ballast or
external driver. Based on comments from manufacturers, the proposed
instruction reflects how these lamps are currently being tested by
manufacturers (see section III.C of this document). Additionally, the
DesignLights Consortium (``DLC'') administers a voluntary certification
program for high performing lighting products and lists almost 6,000
non-integrated lamps as qualified products. DLC testing requirements
for non-linear integrated lamps,\14\ which manufacturers must use to
qualify their products, also require testing on a fluorescent lamp
ballast or external driver. DOE has tentatively determined that
manufacturers would be able to rely on data already generated should
any of these additional proposed clarifications be finalized. As such,
DOE has initially determined that the proposed clarifications would not
impact the representations of GSL energy efficiency.
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Replacement Lamps under Technical Requirements V5.1'', July 1, 2020,
available at https://designlights.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/DLC_Testing-Reporting-Requirements_Linear-Replacement-Lamps_V5-1_20230616.pdf.
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2. Harmonization With Industry Standards
DOE's established practice is to adopt relevant industry standards
as DOE test procedures unless such methodology would be unduly
burdensome to conduct or would not produce test results that reflect
the energy efficiency, energy use, water use (as specified in EPCA) or
estimated operating costs of that product during a representative
average use cycle or period of use. Section 8(c) of appendix A of 10
CFR part 430 subpart C. In cases where the industry standard does not
meet EPCA statutory criteria for test procedures DOE will make
modifications through the rulemaking process to these standards as the
DOE test procedure.
DOE is proposing to incorporate by reference ANSI C78.53-2023 and
ANSI C78.901-2016 in appendix DD for measurements of non-integrated
lamps. DOE requests comment on the benefits and burdens of the proposed
updates and additions to industry standards referenced in the test
procedure for GSLs. See section V.D of this document for a list of
issues on which DOE seeks comment.
E. Compliance Date
EPCA prescribes that, if DOE amends a test procedure, all
representations of energy efficiency and energy use, including those
made on marketing materials and product labels, must be made in
accordance with that amended
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test procedure, beginning 180 days after publication of such a test
procedure final rule in the Federal Register. (42 U.S.C. 6293(c)(2))
If DOE were to publish an amended test procedure EPCA provides an
allowance for individual manufacturers to petition DOE for an extension
of the 180-day period if the manufacturer may experience undue hardship
in meeting the deadline. (42 U.S.C. 6293(c)(3)) To receive such an
extension, petitions must be filed with DOE no later than 60 days
before the end of the 180-day period and must detail how the
manufacturer will experience undue hardship. (Id.)
IV. Procedural Issues and Regulatory Review
A. Review Under Executive Orders 12866, 13563, and 14094
Executive Order (``E.O.'') 12866, ``Regulatory Planning and
Review,'' as supplemented and reaffirmed by E.O. 13563, ``Improving
Regulation and Regulatory Review,'' 76 FR 3821 (Jan. 21, 2011) and E.O.
14094, ``Modernizing Regulatory Review,'' 88 FR 21879 (April 11, 2023),
requires agencies, to the extent permitted by law, to: (1) propose or
adopt a regulation only upon a reasoned determination that its benefits
justify its costs (recognizing that some benefits and costs are
difficult to quantify); (2) tailor regulations to impose the least
burden on society, consistent with obtaining regulatory objectives,
taking into account, among other things, and to the extent practicable,
the costs of cumulative regulations; (3) select, in choosing among
alternative regulatory approaches, those approaches that maximize net
benefits (including potential economic, environmental, public health
and safety, and other advantages; distributive impacts; and equity);
(4) to the extent feasible, specify performance objectives, rather than
specifying the behavior or manner of compliance that regulated entities
must adopt; and (5) identify and assess available alternatives to
direct regulation, including providing economic incentives to encourage
the desired behavior, such as user fees or marketable permits, or
providing information upon which choices can be made by the public. DOE
emphasizes as well that E.O. 13563 requires agencies to use the best
available techniques to quantify anticipated present and future
benefits and costs as accurately as possible. In its guidance, the
Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (``OIRA'') in the Office
of Management and Budget (``OMB'') has emphasized that such techniques
may include identifying changing future compliance costs that might
result from technological innovation or anticipated behavioral changes.
For the reasons stated in the preamble, this proposed regulatory action
is consistent with these principles.
Section 6(a) of E.O. 12866 also requires agencies to submit
``significant regulatory actions'' to OIRA for review. OIRA has
determined that this proposed regulatory action does not constitute a
``significant regulatory action'' under section 3(f) of E.O. 12866.
Accordingly, this action was not submitted to OIRA for review under
E.O. 12866.
B. Review Under the Regulatory Flexibility Act
The Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601 et seq.) requires
preparation of an initial regulatory flexibility analysis (``IRFA'')
for any rule that by law must be proposed for public comment, unless
the agency certifies that the rule, if promulgated, will not have a
significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities.
As required by Executive Order 13272, ``Proper Consideration of Small
Entities in Agency Rulemaking,'' 67 FR 53461 (August 16, 2002), DOE
published procedures and policies on February 19, 2003, to ensure that
the potential impacts of its rules on small entities are properly
considered during the DOE rulemaking process. 68 FR 7990. DOE has made
its procedures and policies available on the Office of the General
Counsel's website: www.energy.gov/gc/office-general-counsel. DOE
reviewed this proposed rule under the provisions of the Regulatory
Flexibility Act and the procedures and policies published on February
19, 2003.
DOE has conducted a focused inquiry into small business
manufacturers of the GSLs covered by this rulemaking. For this test
procedure, DOE referenced the small business list created for the April
2024 Final Rule. DOE identified potential small manufacturers based on
Small Business Administration guidelines categorizing businesses
operating under North American Industry Classification System code
335139, ``electric lamp bulb and other lighting equipment
manufacturing'', with under 1,250 employees (including parent and
affiliate companies) as a small business. The size standards are
codified at 13 CFR part 121. DOE accessed the Compliance Certification
Database \15\ to create a list of companies that import or otherwise
manufacture the GSLs covered by this proposal. Using information from
D&B Hoovers, DOE screened out companies that have more than 1,250
employees, are completely foreign owned and operated, or do not
manufacture GSLs in the United States--ultimately identifying 261 small
domestic businesses that assemble GSLs.
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\15\ U.S. Department of Energy Compliance Certification
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None of the identified small businesses are expected to incur costs
because of this proposal. The clarifications to GSL test procedures
being proposed in this NOPR only provide further clarification
regarding how to appropriately test certain lamps with additional
functionality. These clarifications would not result in additional test
costs, nor would they require retesting for any manufacturers. DOE is
also proposing clarifications regarding testing non-integrated GSLs
which reflect how these lamps are currently being tested by
manufacturers and therefore, would also not result in additional test
costs nor require retesting by any manufacturers--including small
manufacturers.
Therefore, DOE initially concludes that the impacts of the proposed
test procedure clarifications proposed in this NOPR would not have a
``significant economic impact on a substantial number of small
entities,'' and that the preparation of an IRFA is not warranted. DOE
will transmit the certification and supporting statement of factual
basis to the Chief Counsel for Advocacy of the Small Business
Administration for review under 5 U.S.C. 605(b).
C. Review Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995
Manufacturers of GSLs must certify to DOE that their products
comply with any applicable energy conservation standards. To certify
compliance, manufacturers must first obtain test data for their
products according to the DOE test procedures, including any amendments
adopted for those test procedures. DOE has established regulations for
the certification and recordkeeping requirements for all covered
consumer products and commercial equipment, including GSLs. (See
generally 10 CFR part 429.) The collection-of-information requirement
for the certification and recordkeeping is subject to review and
approval by OMB under the Paperwork Reduction Act (``PRA''). This
requirement has been approved by OMB under OMB control number 1910-
1400. Public reporting
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burden for the certification is estimated to average 35 hours per
response, including the time for reviewing instructions, searching
existing data sources, gathering and maintaining the data needed, and
completing and reviewing the collection of information.
DOE is not proposing to amend the certification or reporting
requirements for GSLs in this NOPR.
Notwithstanding any other provision of the law, no person is
required to respond to, nor shall any person be subject to a penalty
for failure to comply with, a collection of information subject to the
requirements of the PRA, unless that collection of information displays
a currently valid OMB Control Number.
D. Review Under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969
In this NOPR, DOE proposes test procedure clarifications that it
expects will be used to develop and implement future energy
conservation standards for GSLs. DOE has determined that this rule
falls into a class of actions that are categorically excluded from
review under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C.
4321 et seq.) and DOE's implementing regulations at 10 CFR part 1021.
Specifically, DOE has determined that adopting test procedures for
measuring energy efficiency of consumer products and industrial
equipment is consistent with activities identified in 10 CFR part 1021,
appendix A to subpart D, A5 and A6. Accordingly, neither an
environmental assessment nor an environmental impact statement is
required.
E. Review Under Executive Order 13132
Executive Order 13132, ``Federalism,'' 64 FR 43255 (Aug. 4, 1999)
imposes certain requirements on agencies formulating and implementing
policies or regulations that preempt State law or that have federalism
implications. The Executive order requires agencies to examine the
constitutional and statutory authority supporting any action that would
limit the policymaking discretion of the States and to carefully assess
the necessity for such actions. The Executive order also requires
agencies to have an accountable process to ensure meaningful and timely
input by State and local officials in the development of regulatory
policies that have federalism implications. On March 14, 2000, DOE
published a statement of policy describing the intergovernmental
consultation process it will follow in the development of such
regulations. 65 FR 13735. DOE has examined this proposed rule and has
determined that it would not have a substantial direct effect on the
States, on the relationship between the national government and the
States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the
various levels of government. EPCA governs and prescribes Federal
preemption of State regulations as to energy conservation for the
products that are the subject of this proposed rule. States can
petition DOE for exemption from such preemption to the extent, and
based on criteria, set forth in EPCA. (42 U.S.C. 6297(d)) No further
action is required by Executive Order 13132.
F. Review Under Executive Order 12988
Regarding the review of existing regulations and the promulgation
of new regulations, section 3(a) of Executive Order 12988, ``Civil
Justice Reform,'' 61 FR 4729 (February 7, 1996), imposes on Federal
agencies the general duty to adhere to the following requirements: (1)
eliminate drafting errors and ambiguity, (2) write regulations to
minimize litigation, (3) provide a clear legal standard for affected
conduct rather than a general standard; and (4) promote simplification
and burden reduction. Section 3(b) of Executive Order 12988
specifically requires that Executive agencies make every reasonable
effort to ensure that the regulation: (1) clearly specifies the
preemptive effect, if any; (2) clearly specifies any effect on existing
Federal law or regulation; (3) provides a clear legal standard for
affected conduct while promoting simplification and burden reduction;
(4) specifies the retroactive effect, if any; (5) adequately defines
key terms; and (6) addresses other important issues affecting clarity
and general draftsmanship under any guidelines issued by the Attorney
General. Section 3(c) of Executive Order 12988 requires Executive
agencies to review regulations in light of applicable standards in
sections 3(a) and 3(b) to determine whether they are met or it is
unreasonable to meet one or more of them. DOE has completed the
required review and determined that, to the extent permitted by law,
the proposed rule meets the relevant standards of Executive Order
12988.
G. Review Under the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995
Title II of the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995 (``UMRA'')
requires each Federal agency to assess the effects of Federal
regulatory actions on State, local, and Tribal governments and the
private sector. Public Law 104-4, sec. 201 (codified at 2 U.S.C. 1531).
For a proposed regulatory action likely to result in a rule that may
cause the expenditure by State, local, and Tribal governments, in the
aggregate, or by the private sector of $100 million or more in any one
year (adjusted annually for inflation), section 202 of UMRA requires a
Federal agency to publish a written statement that estimates the
resulting costs, benefits, and other effects on the national economy.
(2 U.S.C. 1532(a)-(b)) The UMRA also requires a Federal agency to
develop an effective process to permit timely input by elected officers
of State, local, and Tribal governments on a proposed ``significant
intergovernmental mandate,'' and requires an agency plan for giving
notice and opportunity for timely input to potentially affected small
governments before establishing any requirements that might
significantly or uniquely affect small governments. On March 18, 1997,
DOE published a statement of policy on its process for
intergovernmental consultation under UMRA. 62 FR 12820; also available
at www.energy.gov/gc/office-general-counsel. DOE examined this proposed
rule according to UMRA and its statement of policy and determined that
the rule contains neither an intergovernmental mandate, nor a mandate
that may result in the expenditure of $100 million or more in any year,
so these requirements do not apply.
H. Review Under the Treasury and General Government Appropriations Act,
1999
Section 654 of the Treasury and General Government Appropriations
Act, 1999 (Pub. L. 105-277) requires Federal agencies to issue a Family
Policymaking Assessment for any proposed rule or policy that may affect
family well-being. When developing a Family Policymaking Assessment,
agencies must assess whether: (1) the action strengthens or erodes the
stability or safety of the family and, particularly, the marital
commitment; (2) the action strengthens or erodes the authority and
rights of parents in the education, nurture, and supervision of their
children; (3) the action helps the family perform its functions, or
substitutes governmental activity for the function; (4) the action
increases or decreases disposable income or poverty of families and
children; (5) the proposed benefits of the action justify the financial
impact on the family; (6) the action may be carried out by State or
local government or by the family; and whether (7) the action
establishes an implicit or explicit policy concerning the relationship
between the behavior and personal responsibility of youth, and the
norms of society. In evaluating the above factors, DOE has concluded
that it is not
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necessary to prepare a Family Policymaking Assessment as none of the
above factors are implicated. Further, this proposed determination
would not have any financial impact on families nor any impact on the
autonomy or integrity of the family as an institution.
I. Review Under Executive Order 12630
DOE has determined, under Executive Order 12630, ``Governmental
Actions and Interference with Constitutionally Protected Property
Rights,'' 53 FR 8859 (March 18, 1988), that this proposed regulation
would not result in any takings that might require compensation under
the Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.
J. Review Under Treasury and General Government Appropriations Act,
2001
Section 515 of the Treasury and General Government Appropriations
Act, 2001 (44 U.S.C. 3516 note) provides for agencies to review most
disseminations of information to the public under guidelines
established by each agency pursuant to general guidelines issued by
OMB. OMB's guidelines were published at 67 FR 8452 (Feb. 22, 2002), and
DOE's guidelines were published at 67 FR 62446 (Oct. 7, 2002). Pursuant
to OMB Memorandum M-19-15, Improving Implementation of the Information
Quality Act (April 24, 2019), DOE published updated guidelines which
are available at www.energy.gov/sites/prod/files/2019/12/f70/DOE%20Final%20Updated%20IQA%20Guidelines%20Dec%202019.pdf. DOE has
reviewed this proposed rule under the OMB and DOE guidelines and has
concluded that it is consistent with applicable policies in those
guidelines.
K. Review Under Executive Order 13211
Executive Order 13211, ``Actions Concerning Regulations That
Significantly Affect Energy Supply, Distribution, or Use,'' 66 FR 28355
(May 22, 2001), requires Federal agencies to prepare and submit to OMB,
a Statement of Energy Effects for any proposed significant energy
action. A ``significant energy action'' is defined as any action by an
agency that promulgates or is expected to lead to promulgation of a
final rule, and that: (1) is a significant regulatory action under
Executive Order 12866, or any successor order, and is likely to have a
significant adverse effect on the supply, distribution, or use of
energy; or (2) is designated by the Administrator of OIRA as a
significant energy action. For any proposed significant energy action,
the agency must give a detailed statement of any adverse effects on
energy supply, distribution, or use should the proposal be implemented,
and of reasonable alternatives to the action and their expected
benefits on energy supply, distribution, and use.
The proposed regulatory action to amend the test procedure for
measuring the energy efficiency of GSLs is not a significant regulatory
action under Executive Order 12866. Moreover, it would not have a
significant adverse effect on the supply, distribution, or use of
energy, nor has it been designated as a significant energy action by
the Administrator of OIRA. Therefore, it is not a significant energy
action, and, accordingly, DOE has not prepared a Statement of Energy
Effects.
L. Review Under Section 32 of the Federal Energy Administration Act of
1974
Under section 301 of the Department of Energy Organization Act
(Pub. L. 95-91; 42 U.S.C. 7101), DOE must comply with section 32 of the
Federal Energy Administration Act of 1974, as amended by the Federal
Energy Administration Authorization Act of 1977. (15 U.S.C. 788;
``FEAA'') Section 32 essentially provides in relevant part that, where
a proposed rule authorizes or requires use of commercial standards, the
notice of proposed rulemaking must inform the public of the use and
background of such standards. In addition, section 32(c) requires DOE
to consult with the Attorney General and the Chairman of the Federal
Trade Commission (``FTC'') concerning the impact of the commercial or
industry standards on competition.
The proposed modifications to the test procedure for GSLs would
incorporate testing methods contained in certain sections of the
following commercial standards: ANSI C78.53-2023 and ANSI C78.901-2016.
DOE has evaluated these standards and is unable to conclude whether
they fully comply with the requirements of section 32(b) of the FEAA
(i.e., whether it was developed in a manner that fully provides for
public participation, comment, and review). DOE will consult with both
the Attorney General and the Chairman of the FTC concerning the impact
of these test procedures on competition, prior to prescribing a final
rule.
M. Description of Materials Incorporated by Reference
ANSI C78.53-2023 is an industry accepted test standard that
specifies performance specifications for direct replacement LED lamps.
This NOPR specifically references sections thermal characteristics,
electrical characteristics and compatibility criteria.
ANSI C78.901-2016 is an industry accepted test standard that
specifies dimensional and electrical characteristics for single-based
fluorescent lamps.
These test standards are all reasonably available from ANSI
(webstore.ansi.org) or NEMA (www.nema.org).
In this NOPR, DOE proposes to include revisions to regulatory text
that contain references to IEC 62301-DD, IES LM-79-08-DD,\16\ IES LM-
45-15, IES LM-9-09-DD,\17\ and IES LM-20-13. These standards were
previously approved for IBR; no changes are being proposed.
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\16\ Illuminating Engineering Society, IES LM-79-08 Approved
Method: Electrical and Photometric Measurements of Solid-State
Lighting Products, Approved December 31, 2007.
\17\ Illuminating Engineering Society, IES TM-28-14 Projecting
Long-Term Luminous Flux Maintenance of LED Lamps and Luminaires,
Approved May 20, 2014.
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V. Public Participation
A. Submission of Comments
DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this
proposed rule no later than the date provided in the DATES section at
the beginning of this proposed rule. Interested parties may submit
comments, data, and other information using any of the methods
described in the ADDRESSES section at the beginning of this document.
Submitting comments via www.regulations.gov. The
www.regulations.gov web page will require you to provide your name and
contact information. Your contact information will be viewable to DOE
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name (if any), and submitter representative name (if any). If your
comment is not processed properly because of technical difficulties,
DOE will use this information to contact you. If DOE cannot read your
comment due to technical difficulties and cannot contact you for
clarification, DOE may not be able to consider your comment.
However, your contact information will be publicly viewable if you
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comment. Any information that you do not want to be publicly viewable
should not be included in your comment, nor in any document attached to
your comment. Otherwise, persons viewing comments will see only first
and last names, organization names, correspondence containing comments,
and any
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documents submitted with the comments.
Do not submit to www.regulations.gov information for which
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Include your first and last names, email address, telephone number, and
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Include contact information each time you submit comments, data,
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Confidential Business Information. Pursuant to 10 CFR 1004.11, any
person submitting information that he or she believes to be
confidential and exempt by law from public disclosure should submit via
email two well-marked copies: one copy of the document marked
``confidential'' including all the information believed to be
confidential, and one copy of the document marked ``non-confidential''
with the information believed to be confidential deleted. DOE will make
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and treat it according to its determination.
It is DOE's policy that all comments may be included in the public
docket, without change and as received, including any personal
information provided in the comments (except information deemed to be
exempt from public disclosure).
B. Issues on Which DOE Seeks Comment
Although DOE welcomes comments on any aspect of this proposal, DOE
is particularly interested in receiving comments and views of
interested parties concerning the following issues:
(1) DOE requests comment on its proposal to specify that lamps not
be operated as a colored lamp and be tested at 2700 K or the closest
available CCT greater than 2700 K. See section III.B.1 of this
document.
(2) DOE requests comment on removing the instruction to operate at
full light output in appendix DD. See section III.B.1 of this document.
(3) DOE requests comment on specifying for lamps with components
that do not affect light output to turn off such components during
testing. See section III.B.2 of this document.
(4) DOE requests comment on the order of preference based on
availability of the fluorescent lamp ballast or external driver. DOE
requests comment on the definition of commercially available
fluorescent lamp ballast or external driver. DOE requests comment on
the selection of fluorescent lamp ballasts for lamps that operate only
low frequency, preheat start fluorescent lamp ballasts. See section
III.B.3.a of this document.
(5) DOE requests comment on the selection of starting method for
the fluorescent lamp ballast used in testing. See section III.B.3.a of
this document.
(6) DOE requests comment on the selection of ballast factor for the
fluorescent lamp ballast used in testing. See section III.B.3.a of this
document.
(7) DOE requests comment on instructions to divide measured values
by the maximum number of lamps operated by the fluorescent lamp ballast
or external driver to determine individual lamp values. See section
III.B.3.b of this document.
(8) DOE requests comment on incorporating by reference sections of
ANSI C78.53-2023 in appendix DD. See section III.B.3.b of this
document.
(9) DOE requests comment on the benefits and burdens of the
proposed updates and additions to industry standards referenced in the
test procedure for GSLs. See section III.D.2 of this document.
Additionally, DOE welcomes comments on other issues relevant to the
conduct of this rulemaking that may not specifically be identified in
this document.
VI. Approval of the Office of the Secretary
The Secretary of Energy has approved publication of this notice of
proposed rulemaking and announcement of public meeting.
List of Subjects in 10 CFR Part 430
Administrative practice and procedure, Confidential business
information, Energy conservation, Household appliances, Imports,
Incorporation by reference, Intergovernmental relations, Reporting and
recordkeeping requirements, Small businesses.
Signing Authority
This document of the Department of Energy was signed on November 8,
2024, by Jeffrey Marootian, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, pursuant to delegated authority
from the Secretary of Energy. That document with the original signature
and date is maintained by DOE. For administrative purposes only, and in
compliance with requirements of the Office of the Federal Register, the
undersigned DOE Federal Register Liaison Officer has been authorized to
sign and submit the document in electronic format for publication, as
an official document of the Department of Energy. This administrative
process in no way alters the legal effect of this document upon
publication in the Federal Register.
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Signed in Washington, DC, on November 12, 2024.
Treena V. Garrett,
Federal Register Liaison Officer, U.S. Department of Energy.
For the reasons stated in the preamble, DOE is proposing to amend
part 430 of chapter II of title 10, Code of Federal Regulations as set
forth below:
PART 430--ENERGY CONSERVATION PROGRAM FOR CONSUMER PRODUCTS
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1. The authority citation for part 430 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6291-6309; 28 U.S.C. 2461 note.
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2. Amend Sec. 430.3 by:
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a. Redesignating paragraphs (e)(5) through (26) as paragraphs (e)(6)
through (27);
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b. Adding new paragraph (e)(5);
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c. Removing the words ``appendices Q and R'' and adding in their place
``appendices Q, R, and DD'' in newly-redesignated paragraph (e)(13);
and
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d. Revising Note 1 to Paragraph (e).
The revisions and additions read as follows:
Sec. 430.3 Materials incorporated by reference.
* * * * *
(e) * * *
(5) ANSI C78.53-2019 (R2023) (``ANSI C78.53-2023''), American
National Standard for Electric Lamps--Performance Specifications for
Direct Replacement LED (Light Emitting Diode) Lamps, ANSI approved
August 24, 2023, IBR approved for appendix DD to subpart B.
* * * * *
Note 1 to paragraph (e): The standards referenced in paragraphs
(e)(4), (6), (8), (10), (13), (17), (18), (19), (20), and (22) of
this section were all published by National Electrical Manufacturers
Association (NEMA) and are also available from National Electrical
Manufacturers Association, 1300 North 17th Street, Suite 900,
Rosslyn, Virginia 22209, https://www.nema.org/Standards/Pages/default.aspx.
* * * * *
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3. Amend appendix W to subpart B by:
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a. Redesignating sections 3.1.5 through 3.1.7 as sections 3.1.6 through
3.1.8;
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b. Adding new sections 3.1.5 and 3.1.9.
The additions read as follows:
Appendix W to Subpart B of Part 430--Uniform Test Method for Measuring
the Energy Consumption of Compact Fluorescent Lamps
* * * * *
3. * * *
3.1. * * *
3.1.5. If the lamp can operate in multiple modes at the labeled
wattage, operate the lamp as not a colored lamp (as defined in 10
CFR 430.2). If the lamp can operate at multiple CCTs, operate the
lamp at 2700 Kelvin (K), or the closest available CCT greater than
2700 K. The test report must indicate which CCT (numerical or on the
graphical user interface) was selected for testing and include
details such that another laboratory could operate the lamp at the
same CCT.
* * * * *
3.1.9 For a CFL that has one or more component(s) that offer a
completely different functionality (e.g., a speaker, a camera, an
air purifier, etc.) where the component is integrated into the lamp
but does not affect the light output of the lamp (e.g., does not
turn the light on/off, dim the light, change the color of the light,
etc.) and is capable of operating in standby mode, turn off as many
of these components as possible during testing. The test report must
indicate which components were turned off and any features that
remained on.
* * * * *
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4. Amend appendix BB to subpart B by:
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a. Revising section 3.1.4 and
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b. Adding new section 3.1.5.
The revision and addition read as follows:
Appendix BB to Subpart B of Part 430--Uniform Test Method for Measuring
the Input Power, Lumen Output, Lamp Efficacy, Correlated Color
Temperature (CCT), Color Rendering Index (CRI), Power Factor, Time to
Failure, and Standby Mode Power of Integrated Light-Emitting Diode
(LED) Lamps
* * * * *
3. * * *
3.1. * * *
3.1.4. Operate the lamp at the maximum input power and not as a
colored lamp (as defined in 10 CFR 430.2). If the lamp can operate
at multiple CCTs, operate the lamp at 2700 Kelvin (K), or the
closest available CCT greater than 2700 K. The test report must
indicate which CCT (numerical or on the graphical user interface)
was selected for testing and include detail such that another
laboratory could operate the lamp in the same mode.
3.1.5 For a lamp that has one or more component(s) that offer a
completely different functionality (e.g., a speaker, a camera, an
air purifier, etc.) where the component is integrated into the lamp
but does not affect the light output of the lamp (e.g., does not
turn the light on/off, dim the light, change the color of the light,
etc.) and is capable of operating in standby mode, turn off as many
of these components as possible during testing. The test report must
indicate which components were turned off and any features that
remained on.
* * * * *
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5. Revise appendix DD of subpart B to read as follows:
Appendix DD to Subpart B of Part 430--Uniform Test Method for Measuring
the Energy Consumption and Energy Efficiency of General Service Lamps
That Are Not General Service Incandescent Lamps, Compact Fluorescent
Lamps, or Integrated LED Lamps
Note: On or after April 19, 2017, any representations,
including certifications of compliance (if required), made with
respect to the energy use or efficiency of general service lamps
that are not general service incandescent lamps, compact fluorescent
lamps, or integrated LED lamps must be made in accordance with the
results of testing pursuant to this appendix DD.
1. Scope: This appendix DD specifies the test methods required
to measure the initial lumen output, input power, lamp efficacy,
power factor, and standby mode energy consumption of general service
lamps that are not general service incandescent lamps, compact
fluorescent lamps, or integrated LED lamps.
2. Definitions:
Commercially available fluorescent lamp ballast or external
driver means one that can be purchased by an individual consumer at
a readily accessible retailer (i.e., retailer with storefront or
online purchasing).
Measured initial input power means the input power to the lamp,
measured after the lamp is stabilized and seasoned (if applicable),
and expressed in watts (W).
Measured initial lumen output means the lumen output of the
lamp, measured after the lamp is stabilized and seasoned (if
applicable), and expressed in lumens (lm).
Power factor means the measured initial input power (watts)
divided by the product of the input voltage (volts) and the input
current (amps) measured at the same time as the initial input power.
3. Active Mode Test Procedures
3.1. Test Conditions and Setup
3.1.1. For single base OLED and non-integrated LED lamps,
position a lamp in either the base-up and base-down orientation
throughout testing. Test an equal number of lamps in the sample in
the base-up and base-down orientations, except that, if the
manufacturer restricts the orientation, test all of the units in the
sample in the manufacturer-specified orientation. For double base
OLED and non-integrated LED lamps, test all units in the horizontal
orientation except that, if the manufacturer restricts the
orientation, test all of the units in the sample in the
manufacturer-specified orientation.
3.1.2. For integrated lamps, operate the lamp at the rated
voltage throughout testing. For lamps with multiple rated voltages
including 120 volts, operate the lamp at 120 volts. If a lamp is not
rated for 120 volts, operate the lamp at the highest rated input
voltage.
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3.1.3. For non-integrated lamps, operate the lamp on a
fluorescent lamp ballast or external driver in order of the
following preference:
3.1.3.1. Choose a fluorescent lamp ballast or external driver
from the lamp's publicly available manufacturer-provided
compatibility list that is commercially available. The manufacturer
must indicate in the test report the fluorescent lamp ballast or
external driver manufacturer and model name/number used in the test.
3.1.3.1.1. If all ballasts on the publicly available
manufacturer-provided compatibility list use the same starting
method, then choose a ballast with that starting method to test the
lamp.
3.1.3.1.1.1. If ballasts on the publicly available manufacturer-
provided compatibility list use more than one ballast factor, then
choose a ballast with a ballast factor based on lamp type per Table
3.1 (if the ballast factor in the table is not included among
ballasts on the compatibility list, then the manufacturer should
select a ballast with a ballast factor closest to the one listed in
the table):
Table 3.1--Ballast Factor by Lamp Type
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Lamp type Ballast factor
------------------------------------------------------------------------
T8 medium bipin........................... 0.88.
T8 recessed double contact................ 1.05.
T5 miniature bipin........................ 1.
T12 single pin, slimline.................. Any.
T12 medium bipin.......................... Any.
T12 recessed double contact............... Any.
All other lamp types...................... Any.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.1.3.1.2. If ballasts on the publicly available manufacturer-
provided compatibility list use more than one starting method, then
choose a ballast with a starting method based on lamp type per Table
3.2 (if the starting method in the table is not included among
ballasts on the compatibility list, then the manufacturer may select
the starting method):
Table 3.2--Starting Method by Lamp Type
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Lamp type Starting method
------------------------------------------------------------------------
T8 medium bipin........................... Instant Start.
T8 recessed double contact................ Instant Start.
T5 miniature bipin........................ Programmed Start.
T12 single pin, slimline.................. Instant Start.
T12 medium bipin.......................... Rapid Start.
T12 recessed double contact............... Rapid Start.
All other lamp types...................... Any.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.1.3.1.2.1. If ballasts on the publicly available manufacturer-
provided compatibility list use more than one ballast factor, then
choose a ballast with a ballast factor based on lamp type per Table
3.3 (if the ballast factor in the table is not included among
ballasts on the compatibility list, then the manufacturer should
select a ballast with a ballast factor closest to the one listed in
the table):
Table 3.3--Ballast Factor by Lamp Type
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Lamp type Ballast factor
------------------------------------------------------------------------
T8 medium bipin........................... 0.88.
T8 recessed double contact................ 1.05.
T5 miniature bipin........................ 1.
T12 single pin, slimline.................. Any.
T12 medium bipin.......................... Any.
T12 recessed double contact............... Any.
All other lamp types...................... Any.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.1.3.2. If section 3.1.3.1 is not possible, choose any
fluorescent lamp ballast or external driver that is commercially
available and can operate the lamp throughout the duration of the
test. The manufacturer must indicate in the test report the
fluorescent lamp ballast or external driver manufacturer and model
name/number used in the test.
3.1.3.2.1. If all ballasts that are commercially available use
the same starting method, then choose a ballast with that starting
method to test the lamp.
3.1.3.2.1.1. If ballasts on the publicly available manufacturer-
provided compatibility list use more than one ballast factor, then
choose a ballast with a ballast factor based on lamp type per Table
3.4 (if the ballast factor in the table is not included among
commercially available ballasts, then the manufacturer should select
a ballast with a ballast factor closest to the one listed in the
table):
Table 3.4--Ballast Factor by Lamp Type
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Lamp type Ballast factor
------------------------------------------------------------------------
T8 medium bipin........................... 0.88.
T8 recessed double contact................ 1.05.
T5 miniature bipin........................ 1.
T12 single pin, slimline.................. Any.
T12 medium bipin.......................... Any.
T12 recessed double contact............... Any.
All other lamp types...................... Any.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.1.3.2.2. If ballasts that are commercially available use more
than one starting method, then choose a ballast with a starting
method based on lamp type per Table 3.5 (if the starting method in
the table is not included among commercially available ballasts,
then the manufacturer may select the starting method):
Table 3.5--Starting Method by Lamp Type
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Lamp type Starting method
------------------------------------------------------------------------
T8 medium bipin........................... Instant Start.
T8 recessed double contact................ Instant Start.
T5 miniature bipin........................ Programmed Start.
T12 single pin, slimline.................. Instant Start.
T12 medium bipin.......................... Rapid Start.
T12 recessed double contact............... Rapid Start.
All other lamp types...................... Any.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.1.3.2.2.1. If ballasts that are commercially available use
more than one ballast factor, then choose a ballast with a ballast
factor based on lamp type per Table 3.6 (if the ballast factor in
the table is not included among commercially available ballasts,
then the manufacturer should select a ballast with a ballast factor
closest to the one listed in the table):
Table 3.6--Ballast Factor by Lamp Type
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Lamp type Ballast factor
------------------------------------------------------------------------
T8 medium bipin........................... 0.88.
T8 recessed double contact................ 1.05.
T5 miniature bipin........................ 1.
T12 single pin, slimline.................. Any.
T12 medium bipin.......................... Any.
T12 recessed double contact............... Any.
All other lamp types...................... Any.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.1.3.3. If sections 3.1.3.1 and 3.1.3.2 are not possible, use
any fluorescent lamp ballast or external driver previously procured
that can operate the lamp throughout the duration of the test. The
manufacturer must indicate in the test report the fluorescent lamp
ballast or external driver manufacturer and model name/number used
in the test.
3.1.3.3.1. If all ballasts that are previously procured use the
same starting method, then choose a ballast with that starting
method to test the lamp.
3.1.3.3.1.1. If all ballasts that are previously procured use
more than one ballast factor, then choose a ballast with a ballast
factor based on lamp type per Table 3.7 (if the ballast factor in
the table is not included among then previously procured ballasts,
then the manufacturer should select a ballast with a ballast factor
closest to the one listed in the table):
Table 3.7--Ballast Factor by Lamp Type
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Lamp type Ballast factor
------------------------------------------------------------------------
T8 medium bipin........................... 0.88.
T8 recessed double contact................ 1.05.
T5 miniature bipin........................ 1.
T12 single pin, slimline.................. Any.
T12 medium bipin.......................... Any.
T12 recessed double contact............... Any.
All other lamp types...................... Any.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.1.3.3.2. If all ballasts that are previously procured use more
than one starting method,
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then choose a ballast with a starting method based on lamp type per
Table 3.8 (if the starting method in the table is not included among
the previously procured ballasts, then the manufacturer may select
the starting method):
Table 3.8--Starting Method by Lamp Type
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Lamp type Starting method
------------------------------------------------------------------------
T8 medium bipin........................... Instant Start.
T8 recessed double contact................ Instant Start.
T5 miniature bipin........................ Programmed Start.
T12 single pin, slimline.................. Instant Start.
T12 medium bipin.......................... Rapid Start.
T12 recessed double contact............... Rapid Start.
All other lamp types...................... Any.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.1.3.3.2.1. If ballasts that are previously procured use more
than one ballast factor, then choose a ballast with a ballast factor
based on lamp type per Table 3.9 (if the ballast factor in the table
is not included among the previously procured ballasts, then the
manufacturer should select a ballast with a ballast factor closest
to the one listed in the table):
Table 3.9--Ballast Factor by Lamp Type
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Lamp type Ballast factor
------------------------------------------------------------------------
T8 medium bipin........................... 0.88.
T8 recessed double contact................ 1.05.
T5 miniature bipin........................ 1.
T12 single pin, slimline.................. Any.
T12 medium bipin.......................... Any.
T12 recessed double contact............... Any.
All other lamp types...................... Any.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
3.1.3.4. If sections 3.1.3.1, 3.1.3.2 and 3.1.3.3 are not
possible and the lamp only operates on a low frequency, preheat
start fluorescent lamp ballast, operate the lamp on the
manufacturer-declared voltage and current. If the manufacturer-
declared voltage and current are not provided, then operate the lamp
in accordance with the applicable lamp voltage and current
conditions specified in ANSI C78.901-2016 (incorporated by
reference; see Sec. 430.3). The manufacturer must indicate in the
test report the voltage and current with which the lamp was
operated.
3.1.4. Operate the fluorescent lamp ballast or external driver
loaded with the maximum number of lamps to measure the initial lumen
output, initial input power, input voltage, and input current, and
divide the values by the maximum number of lamps.
3.1.5. For a non-integrated lamp marketed to replace a
fluorescent lamp and operate on the existing fluorescent lamp
ballast, testing should be conducted in accordance with the setup
provisions in sections 5.6.3 and 5.6.4 of ANSI C78.53-2023
(incorporated by reference; see Sec. 430.3).
3.1.6. For a non-integrated lamp marketed to replace a high
intensity discharge lamp and operates on the existing high intensity
discharge lamp ballast, testing should be conducted in accordance
with the setup provisions in sections 5.7.2.1, 5.7.3, and 5.7.5 of
ANSI C78.53-2023 (incorporated by reference; see Sec. 430.3).
3.1.7. Operate the lamp at the maximum input power and not as a
colored lamp (as defined in 10 CFR 430.2). If the lamp can operate
at multiple CCTs, operate the lamp at 2700 Kelvin (K), or the
closest available CCT greater than 2700 K. The test report must
indicate which CCT (numerical or on the graphical user interface)
was selected for testing and include details such that another
laboratory could operate the lamp at the same CCT.
3.1.8. For a lamp that has one or more component(s) that offer a
completely different functionality (e.g., a speaker, a camera, an
air purifier, etc.) where the component is integrated into the lamp
but does not affect the light output of the lamp (e.g., does not
turn the light on/off, dim the light, change the color of the light,
etc.) and is capable of operating in standby mode, turn off as many
of these components as possible during testing. The test report must
indicate which components were turned off and any features that
remained on.
3.2. Test Method, Measurements, and Calculations
3.2.1. To measure initial lumen output, input power, input
voltage, and input current use the test procedures in the table in
this section. Do not use a goniophotometer.
Table 3.10--References to Industry Standard Test Procedures
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Lamp type Referenced test procedure
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Compact fluorescent lamps.............. Appendix W to subpart B of 10
CFR part 430.
General service incandescent lamps..... Appendix R to subpart B of 10
CFR part 430.
Integrated LED lamps................... Appendix BB to subpart B of 10
CFR part 430.
Non-integrated LED lamps............... IES LM-79-08-DD, sections 1.3
(except 1.3f), 2.0, 3.0, 5.0,
7.0, 8.0, 9.1 and 9.2.*
OLED lamps............................. IES LM-79-08-DD, sections 1.3
(except 1.3f), 2.0, 3.0, 5.0,
7.0, 8.0, 9.1 and 9.2.*
Other fluorescent lamps................ IES LM-9-09-DD, sections 4-6,
and section 7.5.*
Other incandescent lamps that are not IES LM-45-15, sections 4-6, and
reflector lamps. section 7.1.*
Other incandescent lamps that are IES LM-20-13, sections 4-6, and
reflector lamps. section 8.*
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* Incorporated by reference, see Sec. 430.3.
3.2.2. Determine initial lamp efficacy by dividing the measured
initial lumen output (lumens) by the measured initial input power
(watts).
3.2.3. Determine power factor by dividing the measured initial
input power (watts) by the product of the measured input voltage
(volts) and measured input current (amps).
3.3. Standby Mode Test Procedure
3.3.1. Measure standby mode power only for lamps that are
capable of standby mode operation.
3.3.2. The test conditions and setup described in section 3.1 of
this appendix apply to this section.
3.3.3. Connect the lamp to the manufacturer-specified wireless
control network (if applicable) and configure the lamp in standby
mode by sending a signal to the lamp instructing it to have zero
light output. Lamp must remain connected to the network throughout
testing.
3.3.4. Operate the lamp at the rated voltage throughout testing.
For lamps with multiple rated voltages including 120 volts, operate
the lamp at 120 volts. If a lamp is not rated for 120 volts, operate
the lamp at the highest rated input voltage.
3.3.5. Stabilize the lamp prior to measurement as specified in
section 5 of IEC 62301-DD (incorporated by reference; see Sec.
430.3).
3.3.6. Measure the standby mode power in watts as specified in
section 5 of IEC 62301-DD (incorporated by reference; see Sec.
430.3).
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