Technical Requirements Resources for DLC Products

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Technical Requirements Resources for DLC Products

Application Guidance for LUNA V1.0

The Application Guidance for LUNA V1.0 outlines common misunderstandings of the LUNA Technical Requirements affecting application review. It highlights specific items to focus on in the application form to streamline the process and enhance application success.

Navigating the DLC QPL: Family Grouping and Product Data

This guide delves into the product data available on the DLC SSL QPL, explaining how products are categorized into families and the distinction between parent and child products. It also elucidates the testing and reporting requirements for product families.

Requirements for Submitting SSL Product Images

The DLC's resource on Product Images details the guidelines for submitting images to the SSL QPL. While not mandatory for qualification, images aid in cross-referencing product specification sheets with QPL listings. These guidelines ensure uniformity and clarity in image submissions.

Guidance for Using Allowances

This resource offers examples of testing needed to qualify products for the SSL QPL using efficacy allowances, explaining how these allowances impact the product's listing. It provides valuable insights into leveraging allowances effectively for successful qualification.

LUNA V1.0 Technical Requirements Guidance for Submitters

The LUNA V1.0 Technical Requirements Guidance provides submitters with a high-level summary of key LUNA requirements distinct from SSL V5.1 requirements. It summarizes essential information necessary to create a comprehensive LUNA application.

Guidance for Submitting Horticultural Product Images

For Horticultural Products, the DLC requires a product image to accompany each Hort V3.0 QPL listing due to varied designs across manufacturers. This guidance document elucidates the image requirements and style guidelines to ensure consistency in image submissions.

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DLC Product Eligibility and Primary Use Designations for LED Lighting

Introduction to Product Eligibility and Primary Use Designations

The DesignLights Consortium (DLC) qualifies various LED lighting products for inclusion in energy efficiency rebate and incentive programs. Product eligibility is based on specific Primary Use Designations (PUD) developed by DLC energy efficiency program Members. These designations define how a product is intended to be used and are crucial for qualification.

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Empowering Energy Efficiency: Networked Lighting Controls by DLC

Introduction to Networked Lighting Controls

Networked lighting controls refer to interconnected lighting systems managed through a digital network. These systems allow centralized control and automation, promoting energy efficiency in buildings. The seamless operation of networked lighting is essential for achieving significant energy savings and transitioning to carbon-neutral urban environments.

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Maximizing LED Lighting Efficiency: DLC Reports and Resources

Control Savings Factors Clarification

The memo provides key clarifications on the 2020 report regarding Energy Savings from Networked Lighting Control (NLC) Systems. It emphasizes the importance of proper NLC system programming for higher savings, as control savings factors are influenced by system setup and optimization. The report highlights that specific control strategies like high-end trim can deliver distinct energy savings by reducing the lighting load first, allowing energy savings from the remaining load. Energy efficiency programs can leverage these strategies to maximize savings.

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Streamlining Product Qualification Process with Level 1 Applications

Eligibility for Level 1 Applications

Level 1 applications allow for the submission of a single product or a family of models with minor differences. These differences can include CCT, dimming capabilities, voltage variations, or variations that do not affect performance, such as housing color. To qualify, the efficacy testing needs to cover the lowest-CCT product in the group. If there are multiple efficacy requirements necessitating multiple tests, a Level 2 application is recommended.

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Empowering Outdoor Lighting Compliance: DesignLights Consortium's Ordinance Support

Understanding Outdoor Lighting Ordinances

Outdoor lighting ordinances play a crucial role in regulating lighting practices to minimize light pollution, conserve energy, and ensure a safe and sustainable environment. These regulations often specify the types of fixtures allowed, maximum light output, color temperature, and direction of light, among other factors.

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