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electric light source

primary light source with the means for connecting to the power supply and usually designed to be incorporated into a luminaire

Note 1 to entry: In IEC standards, "light source" is also commonly used with the same meaning.

Note 2 to entry: An electric light source can be an electric lamp, or LED module designed to be connected by terminals, connectors or similar devices.

Publication date: 2020-12
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