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Compare the meaning, drawing context and source references of two entries. A similar graphic or shared abbreviation does not establish equivalence.

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IEC

Floodlight plan mark

Floodlights for yards, sports areas, facades and car parks are drawn as a luminaire mark with diverging beam lines, showing a wide spread. The aiming direction is shown by the beam and mounting height is noted.

Drawing use: GA
Application: Installation & communications
Reference family: IEC
Form evidence: Floodlight. IEC 60617 installation-plan style (architectural and topographical installation symbols); independently drawn, not certified IEC geometry or a database identifier.

A distinction that matters

A spotlight has a single narrow beam arrow; a floodlight shows a diverging beam.

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SPT

IEC

Spotlight plan mark

Spotlights are drawn with a luminaire mark and a short arrow or beam lines showing aim. On retail and gallery plans the arrow tells the installer where to point the head on commissioning, saving a separate aiming schedule for simple projects.

Drawing use: GA
Application: Installation & communications
Reference family: IEC
Form evidence: Spotlight. IEC 60617 installation-plan style (architectural and topographical installation symbols); independently drawn, not certified IEC geometry or a database identifier.

A distinction that matters

A floodlight spreads wide light over an area; a spotlight concentrates a narrow beam on an object.

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