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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

Recessed downlight plan mark

Recessed downlights are drawn as small circles, sometimes with a cross or a filled centre, placed in a regular grid on the reflected ceiling plan. The symbol is distinguished from the general luminaire by size and by the fixture tag.

Drawing use: GA
Application: Installation & communications
Reference family: IEC
Form evidence: Recessed luminaire. 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 is directional and adjustable; a downlight is fixed and points straight down.

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IEC

Luminaire general plan symbol

On IEC-style lighting plans a crossed circle marks the position of a luminaire or a lighting outlet. It is the base form that other luminaire symbols modify: lines are added for linear fittings, arrows for spotlights and letters for emergency or special types.

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

A distinction that matters

The indicator lamp in control schematics uses a similar graphic but signals equipment state; the plan symbol locates a room luminaire.

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