Vandal resistance classification
The scale ranges from IK00 to IK11, where IK00 offers no specific protection against vandalism. Conversely, a luminaire rated IK11 must withstand a direct impact of 50 Joules.
The SS-EN 60068-2-75 standard describes the testing procedure for verifying a luminaire’s resistance to external force.
Typically, IK11 (50 Joules) is specified as the highest value. This corresponds to a 10 kg weight dropped from a height of half a meter. This test is performed three consecutive times.
IK rating in practice
The basic IK11 rating is well suited to a wide range of applications. At the same time, there is a need for enhanced protection in particularly exposed environments. Malux vandal-resistant luminaires are supplied with very high impact resistance; we have chosen to refer to this concept as IK11+.
IK10, 20J
(A luminaire that withstands between 20J and 80J is referred to as impact-resistant)
Enhanced impact resistance, withstands minor impacts and knocks
IK11+, 80J
(A luminaire that withstands 80J and more is referred to as vandal-resistant) Very high impact resistance, capable of withstanding blows and kicks with objects such as wooden sticks, hockey sticks, etc.
IK11, 50J
Very high impact resistance, capable of withstanding blows and kicks as well as impacts from footballs, floorball balls, etc.
IK11++, 150J
Extremely high impact resistance, capable of withstanding heavy blows from hammers, thrown stones, etc.
