A8 compliant light bulbs refer to “High Efficacy” lamps classified and certified according to the requirements in Title 24 Reference Joint Appendix JA8, Qualification Requirements for High Efficacy Light Sources. Title 24 is a set of requirements published within the California Energy Code (CEC) which dictates the minimum energy efficiency standards for residential and nonresidential buildings. JA8 provides the qualification requirements for high efficacy light sources installed to comply with Section 150.0(k): Residential Lighting. JA8 covers performance criteria including, but not limited to, efficacy, dimming performance, lumen maintenance, rated life, color temperature, color rendering, flicker (light modulation), start time, audible noise and power factor.
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