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and Class
Class 44 parts
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building Multiple Lighting Systems Calculator
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Non-residential Lighting
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Class 33 and
and 5-9
5-9 buildings
buildings Help screen

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Tips for using the Lighting Calculator (NCC Volume One)
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Calculator version (3.12)
1 This version of the Lighting Calculator was first issued for use with Part J6.2 Artificial lighting in Volume One of NCC 2019. Updates to this file may be available from the ABCB
website from time to time. The file name will include the version number. The latest version should always be used.
2 A record of changes made to each version of the Lighting Calculator appears at the end of this Help section. (Scroll down to see the version history.)

Operating system
3 The Lighting Calculator has been developed in the Windows ® version of Microsoft Excel ®. This file, in the .xlsx format, is suitable for use in the 2010 and later versions of Excel for
Windows.
4
The Lighting Calculator is not compatible with Microsoft Excel 2003 or earlier, while substantial data validation issues may be encountered using Microsoft Excel 2007.
5 The Lighting Calculator is not compatible with Google Docs or similar alternatives to Microsoft Excel.

Application
6 The Lighting Calculator applies only to the following provisions in Volume One: J6.2(a)(i)(iii) and J6.2(b)(i) to (iii).
7 All other lighting provisions, including any exemptions, are determined by the relevant provisions of the NCC.

Using the Calculator

8 When opening the Calculator, the first screen will provide six navigation options which are explained in notes 9 to 15 below.

9 Residential Lighting Calculator for Class 2 SOUs and Class 4 parts:

This calculator can be used with NCC Volume One, for a sole-occupancy unit (SOU) of a Class 2 building or for a Class 4 part of a building.

10 Non-residential Lighting Calculator for Class 3 and 5-9 buildings:

This calculator can be used for buildings of Class 3 and 5-9 buildings and for the common areas of a Class 2 building. It cannot be used for Class 2 SOUs or for a Class 4 part of a
building.

11
Illumination Power Density Adjustment Factors for a Control Device:
Both calculators provide links to this screen, which outlines the information contained in Table J6.2b and Table J6.2c of NCC Volume One. When using this screen, it is important to note
the letter located on the left hand side of each adjustment factor because this letter is used to identify adjustment factors in the drop down menus provided by the calculators.

12 Multiple Lighting Systems Calculator:

Use this calculation sheet to calculate the illumination power load when multiple lighting systems serve the same space.

13 Help screen:
This option navigates to this page with its tips for using the calculator and links to screenshots with explanatory notes.

14 Worksheet:
The worksheet has been made available to record notes or to make other calculations. The use of the worksheet is optional and responsibility for its contents and consequences remains
entirely with the user

15
Additional Information:
Additional information is provided in a table beyond the right hand side of each calculator. This is for information only and is intended to offer the user a greater understanding of the
figures involved in producing the final outcome values. The values relate to the individual rows of the related calculator but the information is not designed to be printed out.

Displaying the calculator forms Screenshot 1

16
Each calculator form has been designed for viewing as a whole "page" with 10 rows visible in the lighting systems table when the Excel ribbon is minimised, assuming a screen resolution
of 1366 x 768 pixels. At this resolution, the zoom function (located on the top tool bar, under View | Zoom, or at the bottom right hand corner of the Excel window should be set to 80%.

17
Users can change the number of rows in the table by using the arrow to the left of the 'ID' heading near the top left of the lighting systems table. First set the number of rows preferred in
the input cell immediately above the table. (Up to 40 rows can be displayed for this Residential Calculator and 500 rows for the Non-residential Calculator.) Then click the arrow and
select that number in the drop down list which opens. (The number set will be the only number shown in the list.)

Screenshot 2
Adding and changing lighting details
18 The calculator is designed to accept inputs made in sequence. Error and Alert messages, as discussed below, may not work effectively if the designed sequence is not followed. If input
restrictions or errors occur, start from the beginning by entering the description of the building, then its classification and the number of table rows preferred. Next, input the lighting
systems, one row at a time, filling in all of the columns except for:
the perimeter of the space and floor-to-ceiling height, if the Room Aspect Ratio (RAR) is not going to be used; and the Adjustment Factor columns, if only one or no adjustment factor is
going to be used.

Screenshot 3
Error and alert messages
19 The Calculator has been designed to identify anticipated input errors but may not trap all invalid inputs.
20 Input issues in each row of the lighting systems table are identified in red font on the right of the row (over the Outcomes area).
21 In the non-residential calculator, a warning will display when a "Perimeter of space" input is smaller than the smallest geometrically feasible dimension. The user can choose to proceed
but the number will be shown in red bold font to indicate that it needs to be verified.
22 If data validation messages prevent intended input (particularly in the four columns under the Fixed Dimming Percentages headings), read any error message carefully and click Cancel
instead of Retry. Read the input advice and enter a suitable value.
23
Calculator outcomes cannot be displayed until all input issues have been resolved (clearing any colour highlighting and advisory messages). Several messages may appear in sequence for
the same row as issues are resolved.

Screenshots 4 & 5
Outcomes reporting
24 The outcomes on the right hand side of the calculator form will be displayed with a colour coding which is illustrated on the screenshots sheet. In general, green is used to indicate a Pass
and red highlights a Failure.
25 The two % values reported in each row of the rightmost column are, firstly, the % contribution of each lighting system to the aggregate result for related systems and, secondly, the % of
the aggregate allowance used by those related systems. For related systems, the first % values will always add up to 100%. The second % value will be the same for any of the related
systems.
26 Calculator outcomes resulting in a "tick" are valid only if all of the input details comply with relevant NCC Deemed-to-Satisfy (DTS) Provisions.

Printing
27 The Calculator form can be printed using the File | Print menu or the Print button on the top icon bar.
28 The print area has been pre-set to allow printing as one or more A4 pages (landscape format), depending on the number of rows displayed in the form. Some margins may need adjustment
to suit some printers (particularly inkjets).
29 These Help instructions can be printed (using File | Print) for ready reference while using the calculator forms.

Version history:

3.12:
• Resolved error for lighting adjustment factor not being used in all cases in Class 3, 5-9 non-residential calculator. Minor formatting and branding adjustments have also been made.

3.11:
• Resolved error where Class 7a and Class 7b buildings weren't being allowed to use daylight sensor adjustment factors

3.10:
• For public release
• Resolved font size issue

3.00:
• Updated to reflect changes to the NCC 2019 and separate the Volume One and Volume Two Lighting Calculators
• Separation between adjustment factors in Volume One and Volume Two added, with separate reference tables to reflect the provisions of 2019
• Maximum rows increased to 500 for Non-residential Calculator
• Correct input checks updated to suit new requirements for 2019 Volume One adjustment factors
• Styling updates
• Help and Screenshots updated to reflect changes
• New protection and passwords
• Added guidance encouraging JV3 or Performance Solutions
• Added designed lux level and recommended lux level within an 'unregulated by the NCC' section to encourage users to consideer appropriate lighting levels

2.30:
• Usability improvements including alterations to formatting
• Minor changes to some table headings
• Minor correction amendments to the adjustment factor selection
• New screenshots.

2.20:
• Correction amendments for outcome reporting in both the Residential and Non-residential Calculators, including conditional formatting changes.
• Correction of calculation for fixed dimming used as a second adjustment factor in the Residential Calculator.
• Removal of the 'Storey' identifier from both the Residential and Non-residential Calculators.
• Usability improvements including more conditional formatting for missing inputs.
• Minor changes to some table headings and advisory message contents.
• Amendments to wording and order of some entries on this Help screen.
• New screenshots.

2.10
• Correction amendment for the design calculated outcome for Class 1, 2 and 4 buildings.
• Formatting amendment for the Verandah or Balcony calculated outcome for Class 1, 2 and 4 buildings.
• Minor editorial amendments.

2.00
• Amend calculator in response to public consultation.
• Amend adjustment factors in the Residential Calculator in response to changes in NCC 2011.
• Amend the calculations in the Residential Calculator to reflect different lighting zones.

1.00:
• First public issue.
 Residential Lighting
Class 2 SOUs and Class 4 parts of a building

Main Menu Help Calculator

1. Enter building name and description below - identiying the particular part(s) covered by this assessment. Classification

Number of rows preferred in table below 5 (as currently displayed)

Adjustment Factor One Adjustment Factor Two CALCULATED OUTCOMES

Adjustment Factor Adjustment Factor
Design Lamp One Two Lamp or Illumination Power Density
Description Type of space Floor area of the space or Illumination
Power Load System Share of % of
Location Dimming % Illuminance Dimming % Illuminance
Adjustment Adjustment Aggregate Allowance
Area Turndown Area Turndown
Factors Factors Used
System Allowance System Design

ID
5
1

5
2

5
3

5
4

5
5

###

0.0 m² ###
OK
Two Factors Used
###

IMPORTANT NOTICE AND DISCLAIMER IN RESPECT OF THIS LIGHTING CALCULATOR

By accessing or using this calculator, you agree to the following: While care has been taken in the preparation of this calculator, it may not be complete or up-to-date. You can ensure that you are using a complete and up-to-date version by checking the Australian Building Codes Board website (www.abcb.gov.au). The Australian Building Codes Board, the Commonwealth of Australia and States and Territories of Australia do not accept
any liability, including liability for negligence, for any loss (howsoever caused), damage, injury, expense or cost incurred by any person as a result of accessing, using or relying upon this publication, to the maximum extent permitted by law. No representation or warranty is made or given as to the currency, accuracy, reliability, merchantability, fitness for any purpose or completeness of this publication or any information which may
appear on any linked websites, or in other linked information sources, and all such representations and warranties are excluded to the extent permitted by law. This calculator is not legal or professional advice. Persons rely upon this calculator entirely at their own risk and must take responsibility for assessing the relevance and accuracy of the information in relation to their particular circumstances.

© Commonwealth of Australia and the States and Territories of Australia 2022, published by the Australian Building Codes Board.
The material in this publication is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-No Derivatives—4.0 International licence, with the exception of third party materials and any trade marks. It is provided for general information only and without warranties of any kind. You may not make derivatives of this publication, but may only use a verbatim copy. More information on this CC BY ND licence is set
out at the Creative Commons Website. For information regarding this publication, see www.abcb.gov.au.
 Non-residential Lighting
Class 3 and 5-9 buildings

Multiple Lighting Systems

Main Menu Help
Calculator Calculator

1. ENTER BUILDING NAME AND DESCRIPTION BELOW - identifying the particular part(s) covered by this assessment. Classification

Number of rows preferred in table below 5 (as currently displayed)

###

Light Colour Adjustment

Illuminance Adjustment Factor One Adjustment Factor Two CALCULATED OUTCOMES
Factors
Floor
Floor to
area of Perimeter of the
Description ceiling Design Designed Recommended Lux Adjustment Factor Adjustment
the space One
height Illumination Space Lux Level Level Factor Two
space Lighting System
Power Load Light Colour Light Colour System Illumination
Dimming % Illuminance Dimming % Illuminance Share of % of
These columns do not represent a Adjustment Adjustment Adjustment Adjustment Power Load
Area Turndown Area Turndown Aggregate
requirement of the NCC and are Factors Factors Factor One Factor Two Allowance
Allowance Used
suggestions only
ID
51
52
53

54

55

Total Total

IMPORTANT NOTICE AND DISCLAIMER IN RESPECT OF THIS LIGHTING CALCULATOR

By accessing or using this calculator, you agree to the following: While care has been taken in the preparation of this calculator, it may not be complete or up-to-date. You can ensure that you are using a complete and up-to-date version by checking the Australian Building Codes Board website (www.abcb.gov.au). The Australian Building Codes Board, the Commonwealth of Australia and States and Territories of Australia do not accept any liability, including liability for negligence, for any loss (howsoever caused), damage, injury, expense or cost Advisory Note
incurred by any person as a result of accessing, using or relying upon this publication, to the maximum extent permitted by law. No representation or warranty is made or given as to the currency, accuracy, reliability, merchantability, fitness for any purpose or completeness of this publication or any information which may appear on any linked websites, or in other linked information sources, and all such representations and warranties are excluded to the extent permitted by law. This calculator is not legal or professional advice. Persons rely upon
this calculator entirely at their own risk and must take responsibility for assessing the relevance and accuracy of the information in relation to their particular circumstances.

© Commonwealth of Australia and the States and Territories of Australia 2022, published by the Australian Building Codes Board.
The material in this publication is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-No Derivatives—4.0 International licence, with the exception of third party materials and any trade marks. It is provided for general information only and without warranties of any kind. You may not make derivatives of this publication, but may only use a verbatim copy. More information on this CC BY ND licence is set out at the Creative Commons Website. For information regarding this publication, see www.abcb.gov.au.
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ILLUMINATION POWER DENSITY ADJUSTMENT FACTOR FOR A CONTROL DEVICE

Volume Two?
Illumination power
Volume One Adjustment Factors List
Item Description density adjustment
factor
Control

(a) In a toilet or change room, other than a public toilet, in a Class 6 building 0.4
###
Motion detector in
Where a group of light fittings serving less than 100 m 2 is controlled by one or more ###
accordance with (b) 0.6
detectors ###
Specification J6
Where a group of light fittings serving 100 m 2 or more is controlled by one or more ###
(c) 0.7
detectors ###
###
Programmable dimming ###
(d) Where not less than 75% of the area is controlled by programmable dimmers 0.85
system (Note 2)
###

###

###

Whichever is greater of: ###

(a) 0.5; or
Fixed dimming (Notes 2
(e) All fittings with fixed dimming (b) 0.2+0.8L where L=
and 3)
the illuminance turndown
for the fixed dimming.

###

Lumen depreciation
(f) All fittings with lumen depreciation dimming 0.85
dimming (Note 2)

###

(g) Fire stairs and other spaces not used for regular transit 0.4

Two stage sensor -

equipped lights with
minimum power of 30% of (h) Transitory spaces in regular use or in a carpark 0.7
peak power or less

Control

In a Class 5, 6, 7, 8 or 9b building or a class 9a building, other than a ward area, where

(i) the lights are adjacent windows, other than roof lights, for a distance from the window 0.5
equal to the depth of the floor to window head height
Daylight sensor and ###
dynamic lighting control Serving a Class 3 or 9c building, or a Class 9a ward area, where the lights are adjacent
device - dimmed or (j) windows, other than roof lights, for a distance from the window equal to the depth of 0.75
stepped switching of lights the floor to window head height
adjacent windows (Notes 2 ###
and 4) In a Class 5, 6, 7, 8 or 9b building or a Class 9a building, other than a ward area, where
(k) 0.6
the lights are adjacent roof lights.
###
In a Class 3 or 9c building, or a Class 9a ward area, where the lights are adjacent roof
(l) 0.8
lights ###

Notes:
1. A maximum of two illumination power density adjustment factors for a control device can be applied to an area.
Where more than one illumination power density adjustment factor (other than for room aspect) apply to an area,
they are to be combined using the following formula:
A x (B + [(1 - B) / 2]),
where—
a. A is the lowest applicable illumination power density adjustment factor; and
2. b.
TheB adjustment
is the second lowest
factor applicable
does not applyillumination
to tungsten,power density
halogen adjustment
or other factor.
incandescent sources.
3. Includes luminaires with a pre-programmed function which provides dimming from ON to OFF (one-stage
dimming).
4. The illumination power density adjustment factor is only applied to lights controlled by daylight sensors between
8:00am and 7:00pm.

Illumination power density adjustment factor for light colour

Illumination power
Light Source Description density adjustment
factor

Light source with CRI ≥ 90 (a) Where lighting with good colour rendering is used 0.9

Light source with CCT ≤

3500 K (b) Where lighting with a warm appearance is used 0.8
(Note 1)
Light source with CCT ≥
(c) Where lighting with a cool appearance is used 1.1
4500 K

Note:
1. Includes luminaires that can adjust their CCT to 3500 K or below.
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Multiple Lighting Systems

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Note
In determining the design illumination power load for multiple lighting systems serving the same space you must use:
(a) the total illumination power load of all systems; or
(b) for a control system that permits only one system to operate at a time, the design illumination power load
is based on the highest illumination power load; or
(c) determined by the formula: [H x T/2 + P x (100 - T/2)] / 100. By entering the required data below, the
formula will be calculated automatically.

Multiple Lighting System

Multiple Calculator
Lighting System Calculator

Enter Dimensions

The highest illumination power load (H)

The time for which the maximum illumination power load

will occur, expressed as a percentage (T)

The predominant illumination power load (P)

Enter this value into the Design Illumination Power Load

column of the non-residential building worksheet
0.0 W

Note: Calculations based on the formula:

[H x T/2 + P x (100 - T/2)] / 100

For additional information on the formula refer to J6.2(b)(iii) of the

National Construction Code Volume One
Users' worksheet:
This worksheet has been added for recording notes and making calculations (where desired).
To maintain the integrity of the Calculator, this sheet is protected causing some unavoidable restrictions on the functions available.
All cells below row 8 are accessible for user input, editing and formatting, subject to the limitations due to protection.
Use of this worksheet is optional and responsibility for its contents and consequences remains entirely with the user.

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Screenshots

Main Menu Help Calculator

1 Displaying the calculator forms

To change the number of rows Additional information table:

displayed (step 1 of 2):
A table to the right of the calculator form
Input the required number of provides additional information about the
rows here and press Enter. (This impact of any adjustment factors used for
cell will not accept numbers that individual lighting systems.
would cause rows with data to Scroll right to see the table.
be hidden.)

To change the number of rows

displayed (step 2 of 2):
Click the arrow in the red filled
heading above and then select
the only number in the drop
down list. (This number will
always match the number input
for step 1.)

Zoom setting option:

Use the zoom to see full
width of the form on lower
resolution screens.
 Use the zoom to see full
width of the form on lower
resolution screens.

Screenshot shows the Residential calculator

 2 Adding and changing lighting details

Room Aspect Ratio: Navigation button:

Input data for these two Links to calculator for multiple lighting
columns is needed only systems.
when intending to use the
Room Aspect Ratio
Adjustment Factor.
Classification menu:
Navigation button: Use the drop down menu to
Links to a detailed list of select the building
Adjustment Factors. Classification.

Calculated Outcomes:
Outcomes are displayed
"Adjustment Factors" progressively as lighting systems
menu: are added to the table, provided
details for each system are
Items listed in the drop complete.
down menu relate to those Results may change as more
in Table J6.2b. systems are added.

User's worksheet:
"Space" menu:
The worksheet on this tab
Spaces listed in the drop can be used for notes or
down menu match those in supplementary calculations
Table J6.2a. (if desired).

Screenshot shows the Non-residential calculator

 3 Error and alert messages
.

Advisory Notes:
Advisory notes may
appear above the table in
response to some lighting
systems inputs.

Data highlighting:
Data without an expected Input Alerts:
related value is shown in Input alerts about missing
red bold italics font. (In this data may appear in the
case, the related Factor is Outcomes area of the
missing.) lighting systems table.

Missing data highlight:

Colour fill highlights
missing Adjustment Factor
data mentioned in input
alerts to the right.

Missing data:
Missing inputs for columns to the
left of the Adjustment Factor
columns are not colour filled but
are identified in the input alert by Outcomes reporting:
column name.
Outcomes are not
displayed when input
issues have been
identified.
Screenshot shows the Non-residential calculator
4 Outcomes reporting (Residential calculator)

Advisory Note:
Note explains that separate
aggregate allowances are
calculated when there are
Outcomes heading: inputs for lighting systems in
different Locations.
Outcomes area heading text
and fill colour changes to
indicate whether the overall
design Passes or Fails.)

Allowance column:
Text and fill colour in this
column matches the
formatting of the "System
Share" column on the right
of the table. System Shares and
Location Outcomes:
Space Outcomes:
The Help screen explains how
Red font on white fill
to interpret these % values.
shows that a system
Green fill indicates an
exceeds the allowance
aggregate Pass for the
for its Space when the
Systems in each Location.
aggregate for the
Location still Passes.

Critical Location:
The Failure for this
Locations for reporting: Location causes the
Systems in the two different overall design to Fail.
Locations input in this
example are separately Tick / Cross box:
assessed and reported in the
Outcomes columns. A Pass for the overall
design is indicated by a
tick (on green fill) in this
box. A Failure is shown
by a cross (on red fill).

Screenshot shows the Residential calculator. Scroll down for the Non-residential calculator.
5 Outcomes reporting (Non-residential calculator)

Outcomes Heading:
Outcomes area heading text
changes to indicate whether
the overall design Passes or
Fails.
System Shares and
Aggregate Outcome:
The Help screen explains how
to interpret these % values.
Green fill indicates a Pass for
Allowances column: the aggregate of all Systems in
Red font on white fill the listed Spaces..
shows that a system
exceeds the allowance for
its Space when the
aggregate design still
Passes.

Tick / Cross box:

A Pass for the overall
Total Design Illumination design is indicated by a
Power Load: Total Illumination Power tick (on green fill) in this
Load Allowance: box. A Failure is shown
The sum of all Loads
reported here can be The sum of all Allowances is by a cross (on red fill).
compared with the sum of all reported here and can be
Allowances at right. compared with the sum of all
Loads at left. Green fill
indicates that the total is no
less than the total Load.

Screenshot shows the Non-residential calculator.