Specification Sheet

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3" Low Voltage Airtight IC
Housing for MR16 Bi-Pin
Features
Double wall IC construction, for use in insulated ceilings.
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Trims sold separately.
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Lamp: 50W MAX, 12V, MR16 GU/GX5.3 BiPin LED/Halogen
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(not included)
Note: Use only dimmers specifically designed for use with
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magnetic transformers.
Specifications
Lamp Type GU5.3
Damp LocationListed
Technical Details
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• IC rated for direct contact with insulation, for use in IC or non-IC conditions.
• Housing adjusts in frame to accommodate up to 1 1/4" ceiling thickness.
• Airtight housing with gasket to restrict airflow in accordance with ASTM E-283 air-tight requirements.
• Aluminum housing for greater heat dissipation. Stamped galvanized steel frame.
Installation: Designed for ceiling plenums where 2x6 joists or taller are used. High strength hanger bars can
easily be nailed to joists. Maximum hole cutout is 3 3/4". Suitable for T-grid and drop ceiling applications. See
installation sheet for detailed information.
Junction Box: Positioned to accommodate straight conduit runs. Seven 1/2" trade size pryout conduit
knockouts, 4 Romex pryouts with strain relief.
Hanger Bars: Pre-installed hanger bars with True Nail facilitate easy installation in regular lumber,
engineered lumber, and laminated beams. Integral T-bar slots for easy installation in T-grids. Spans up to 24"
and can be repositioned 90°. Score lines allow for tool-free hanger bar size reduction. Integral leveling flange
allows for single-person installation while aligning the housing with the joists.
Electrical:
• Input Voltage: 120V AC.
• Output Voltage: 12V AC.
• Magnetic or electronic transformer available.
• Thermally protected against improper lamping.
Trims: Compatible with ELCO Low Voltage MR16 trims.
Dimmability:
• Magnetic transformer dims with MLV type dimmers.
• Electronic transformer dims with ELV type dimmers.
• See dimming compatibility list for a list of compatible dimmers.
• Note: Lamp used may affect dimmability.
Lamp: Designed for use with GU5.3 MR16 lamps up to 50W.
Listings: UL Listed for Damp Location. UL Listed for Wet Location with Shower trims. UL Listed for Feed
Through. UL Listed for Direct Contact with Insulation and Combustible Material. Airtight per ASTM E-283.
Install a JA8-2016-E lamp/luminaire for Title 24 Compliance.
Warranty: ELCO Lighting warrants products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a
period of 3 years.
Options
Dimensions
Product Numbers
Item Description Lamp type
EL2699ICA 3" Magnetic Low Voltage IC Housing GU5.3
EL2699ICEA 3" Electronic Low Voltage IC Housing GU5.3