Metalux
D ES C R IPTION
The Paralux III Series features recessed aesthetics and the latest in
energy efficient technology. The luminaire incorporates a true 3" deep
precision cell louver into a deep para-contoured fixture housing. This
combination creates a total high performance parabolic optical assembly
for optimum performance. The series is compatible with all of today’s
popular ceiling systems and is available with a number of options and
accessories for application versatility. The high performance luminaire
is designed to offer maximum efficiency and performance for today’s
unique interior specifications. The Paralux III series is an excellent choice
for commercial office spaces, schools, hospitals or retail merchandising
areas.
Type
Catalog #
Project
Date
Comments
Prepared by
SPE C IFIC A TION FEA T U R E S
C on s t r u c t i o n
E le ctrica l* *
H inging/Latching
Deep, para-contoured housing,
die formed of code gauge, prime
cold rolled steel. Die embossed
housing has full length die formed
stiffeners for added strength.
Contoured ballast/wireway cover
is easily removed without tools.
Die formed captive lampholder
bracket fully encloses lampholder
wiring permitting easy lampholder
replacement. Heavy end plates are
securely attached with interlocking
tabs and screws. Four auxiliary
fixture end suspension points
provided. KOs for continuous row
wiring. End plates have integral
Grid-Lock feature for safety and
convenience. Housing features
enable fixture to be converted from
Grid to T-option or vice versa in the
field.*
Ballast are CBM/ETL Class “P” and
are positively secured by mounting
bolts. Pressure lock lampholders.
UL/CUL listed. Suitable for damp
locations.
Positive cam action spring loaded,
self locking, black steel latches.
Safety lock T-hinges allow hinging
and latching either side.
Louver
Die formed of low iridescent,
vertical grain anodized aluminum.
Finish is Anodic Oxide coating.
Accurate precision parabolic
cells are held in place with
interlocking feature. True-cut
mitered corners. Black reveal with
integral mechanical light seal
around entire perimeter of louver.
Louver protected from construction
contaminants by polyethylene
cover.
F in ish
Lighting grade, baked white
enamel finish. Multistage, iron
phosphate pretreatment ensures
maximum bonding and rust
inhibition.
EP3GAX2024
2U1-5/8
6 Cell
20" X 24" PARABOLIC
2 U-LAMPS
SEMI-SPECULAR, SPECULAR
OR WHITE PAINTED LOUVER
5-5/8"
[143mm]
Paralux III
Recessed Static or Air
Supply Troffer
19-3/4"
[502mm]
MOUNTING D A TA
7/8" [22mm]
K.O. (2)
L A MP CONF IGURA T IONS
Access Plate
7/8" [23mm] K.O. (2)
ENERGY DATA
5-5/8"
[143mm]
1-1/2"
[39mm]
3" [77mm]
X
X=1-5/8"
[41mm]
19-3/4"
[502mm]
Input Watts:
EB Ballast & STD Lamps
2U1-5/8 (61)
X
19-3/4"
[502mm]
Luminaire Efficacy Rating
LER = FP-45
Catalog Number:
EP3GAX2024-2U1-5/8
Yearly Cost of 1000 lumens,
3000 hrs at .08 KWH = $5.33
5-1/4" [134mm]
3-3/4" [95mm]
6-1/4" [159mm]
24" [610mm]
*Convertibility applies to housing only.
Appropriate shielding media assemblies
must be utilized.
C EILING C OM PA TIB IL I T Y
G
Grid/Lay-in
Standard
T
Concealed T
T
Slot Grid
F
Aluminum Flange Trim
With Supporting
Swing Gates
MZ
Modular Trim
With Supporting
Swing Gates
Ceiling
Type
Trim
Type
**Reference the lamp/ballast data in the
Technical Section for specific lamp/ballast
requirements.
Exposed Grid
Concealed T
Slot Grid
Flange
Concealed “T” or ”Z“
Metal Pan
G
G or T
G or T
F
MZ
MZ
LAMPS CONTAIN MERCURY. DISPOSE ACCORDING
TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS
(Verify compatibility/ consult
factory.)
Safe and convenient means of
disconnecting power.
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E P 3 GAX2 0 2 4
PH OTOM ETR IC S
Coefficients of Utilization
⊥
||
EP3GAX2024-2U15/8S23I
Electronic Ballast
F40CW/U/3 Lamps
2725 Lumens
Spacing criterion:
(II) 1.2 x mounting
height, (⊥) 1.3 x
mounting height
Efficiency 63.2%
Test Report:
rc
rw
RCR
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Candela
Effective floor cavity reflectance
80%
70%
70 50 30 10
70 50 30 10
75
70
65
60
55
51
47
44
41
38
36
75
68
60
54
48
43
36
36
33
30
28
75
66
57
49
43
38
34
30
27
25
23
75
64
54
46
40
34
30
27
24
22
20
74
69
63
58
54
49
46
43
40
37
35
74
66
59
53
47
43
39
35
32
30
27
74
64
56
49
43
38
34
30
27
25
23
74
63
53
45
39
34
30
27
24
22
20
20%
50%
50 30 10
30%
50 30 10
10%
50 30 10
0%
0
70
64
57
51
46
41
38
34
31
29
27
67
61
55
49
44
40
36
33
31
28
26
65
59
53
48
43
39
36
32
30
28
26
63
56
48
42
36
32
28
25
22
20
18
70
62
54
48
42
37
33
30
27
24
22
70
61
52
45
39
34
30
27
24
21
19
67
60
53
46
41
36
33
29
27
24
22
67
59
51
44
38
34
30
26
24
21
19
Zonal Lumen Summary
Ty p i c a l VC P Pe r c e n t a g e s
Zone
0-30
0-40
0-60
0-90
0-180
Room Size (Ft.)
20 x 20
30 x 30
30 x 60
60 x 30
60 x 60
Lumens
%Lamp
%Fixture
1136
1861
3201
3443
3443
20.9
34.2
58.7
63.2
63.2
33.0
54.1
93.0
100.0
100.0
Height Along
8.5’ 10.0’
70
63
78
71
82
76
82
76
84
81
65
58
51
45
40
36
32
29
26
24
22
65
57
50
43
38
33
29
26
24
21
19
Angle
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
45
50
55
60
65
70
75
80
85
90
Height Across
8.5’ 10.0’
72
64
79
71
82
76
82
76
84
Along II
1411
1406
1377
1334
1284
1223
1150
1068
972
864
740
593
412
209
76
20
7
2
0
Across ⊥
1411
1411
1427
1443
1445
1406
1323
1212
1098
1042
1000
782
407
161
51
21
9
2
0
45°
1411
1409
1399
1386
1369
1335
1274
1183
1064
935
808
686
491
224
63
20
8
2
0
80
EP3GAX20242U3S23I.IES
LER = FP-45
Yearly Cost of 1000
lumens, 3000 hrs at
.08 KWH = $5.33
ORDER IN G INFOR M A TION
SAMPLE NUMBER: EP3GAX2024-2U1-5/8S23I-UNV-EB81-U
Rating
Blank=
Standard
ATW-SW4=
Chicago
Rated
Voltage (3)
120V=120 Volt
277V=277 Volt
347V=347 Volt
UNV=Universal
Voltage 120-277 (5)
Number
of Lamps
2=2 Lamps
Wattage (Length)
U1-5/8=31W T8 (24")
Heat Removal (1)
HR=Heat Removal
HRDO=Heat Removal
Damper Open
HRDC=Heat Removal
Damper Closed
Louver Color
S=Silver
W=White
Series
EP3=Paralux III
Louver Finish
I=Semi-Specular/Haze (Low
Iridescent) Standard (Silver Only)
MI=Specular/Mirrored (Low
Iridescent) (Silver Only)
P=Painted (White only)
Trim Type (4)
G=Grid/Lay-in – Standard
T=Concealed T /Slot Grid (2)
F=Aluminum Flange Trim (6)
MZ=Modular Trim
Air Supply
AX=Air Supply Floating Louver
X=Blank Side/Floating Louver Non-Air Supply
AVX=Air Supply Floating Louver
with Directional Air Vane
Cell Configuration
23=2 Rows of 3, 6 Cell (20x24)
Option – Aluminum Flange Trim (6)
Blank=SW (Single White)
Type
Color
‘S’ Single
‘N’ Natural
‘R’ In Row
‘W’ White
‘E’ End of Row
Options
GL=Single Element
Fuse
GM=Double
Element Fuse
WTR=White Reveal
Lamps=Lamps
Installed (refer to
lamp ordering
options)
Flex=Flex Installed
(Reference Flex
ordering information)
EL=Emergency
Installed
(1)
Width
2024=20" Width x 24" Length
Ballast Type
EB8 =T8 Electronic Start.
Total Harmonic Distortion < 10%
No. of Ballast
1, 2 or 3
EB8 /PLUS= T8 Electronic Start.
Total Harmonic Distortion < 10%
No. of
High Ballast Factor >1.15
Ballast
1, 2 or 3
ER8 =T8 Electronic Program Rapid Start.
Total Harmonic Distortion < 10%
No. of Ballast
1, 2 or 3
Options
PAF=Painted After
Fabrication
REP=Riveted
Endplates
Packaging
U=Unit Pack
PAL=Job Pack,
out of carton
PALC=Job Pack,
in carton
ACCESSORIES
EQ-CLIP-U=T-BAR Safety Earthquake Clips(2)
(2)
NOTES: Integral end plate grid lock feature not available in heat removal. An EQ Grid Clip is recommended for all 9/16"
(3)
ceiling systems. Four required per fixture. Products also available in non-US voltages and frequencies for international
(4)
markets. Convertibility aplies to housing only, apprpriate shielding media assemblies must be utilized. Fixture also
(5)
adaptable with flanged or modular trims. Not available when specifying emergencies, voltage must be specific.
(6)
Specify row configuration, type in catalog number when ordering complete fixture.
For complete product data, reference the Fluorescent Specification binder. Specifications & dimensions subject to change
without notice. Consult your Cooper Lighting Representative for availability and ordering information.
SH IP P ING D A T A
Catalog No.
EP3GAX2024-2U1-5/8S23I
Eaton
1121 Highway 74 South
Peachtree City, GA 30269
P: 770-486-4800
www.eaton.com/lighting
Specifications and
dimensions subject to
change without notice.
Wt.
29 lbs.
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