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ANSI/NEMA FL-1 standard
.The descriptions of test contents and icons
5.Impact Resistance:
 The degree to which a portable light resists damage when dropped on a solid
surface. Dropped samples must not exhibit any cracks or breaks, and must
remain fully functional in order to pass the impact resistance test.
Purpose:
To ensure the structural integrity of hand-held/portable lighting devices under
specified impact conditions. The test procedure provide specifications and
methods that will ensure products meet a minimum standards of reliability as a
result of impact testing. Drop test should be priority to any other reliabilities
tests.
Drop Test:
Products are dropped with all intended additions: batteries ,elastic, tethers,
hand straps, etc. Drop height for product samples shall be 1m minimum. When
measured, all the requirements listed below must be passed: