Metalux
D ES C R IPTION
The Paralux V Series features a proprietary “Total Light Control System”
that has been designed to eliminate glare reflections in VDT screens
by suppressing high angle brightness. The luminaire incorporates a
precision cut-off parabolic louver in a surface mount fixture. This system
complies with RP-1 and meets today’s lighting and energy management
standards. The series 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 V, PC|2 series is the solution
for computer environments and open office areas.
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Catalog #
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Date
Comments
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SPE C IFIC A TION FEA T U R E S
Construction
Nominal 6-11/16" deep housing,
die formed code gauge, prime
cold rolled steel. Smooth sides
permit flush joint for continuous
row mounting. Full seam welded
corners. Dihedral recessed top
design insures cooler ballast
operation. Die formed captive
lampholder bracket fully encloses
wiring permitting easy lampholder
replacement. Ballast/Wireway
covers easily removed without
tools.
have double-edge wiping action
pressure lock contacts with lamp
support clips. UL/CUL listed.
Suitable for damp locations.
Louver
F in ish
Painted after fabrication.
Electrostatically applied baked
white polyester powder enamel
finish. Multistage cleaning cycle,
iron phosphate coating with
rust inhibitor. Conveyorized
application and baking timing
accurately controlled at an elevated
temperature.
El e c t r i c a l *
Ballasts are CBM/ETL Class
“P”. 2G11 base lampholders
locking, black steel latches. Positive
hinging.
Die formed of specular/ mirrored,
vertical grain, low iridescent
aluminum. Finish is anodic oxide
coating. Accurate precision
parabolic cells are held in place
with interlocking feature. Truecut mitered corners. Black reveal
with integral mechanical light seal
around entire perimeter of louver.
Louver protected from construction
contaminants by polyethylene
cover.
2P5MX
3BX40
Hin g in g /L a tch in g
Positive cam spring loaded, self
12 Cell
6-11/16"
[170mm]
2' X 2' PARABOLIC
3 BIAXIAL LAMPS
SPECULAR LOUVER
Paralux V
Surface Parabolic
Precision Cell Cut-Off
Parabolic
24"
[610mm]
ENERGY DATA
MOUNTING D A TA
L A MP CONF IGURA T IONS
7/8" [22mm] K.O. (6)
6-11/16"
[170mm]
4-1/2" [114mm]
20"
[508mm]
7"
7"
[178mm] [178mm]
24" [610mm]
24"
[610mm]
Input Watts:
EB Ballast & STD Lamps
3BX40 (110)
STD Ballast & STD Lamps
3BX40 (128)
Luminaire Efficacy Rating
LER = FP-53
Catalog Number: 2P5MX-3BX40
Yearly Cost of 1000 lumens,
3000 hrs at .08 KWH = $4.53
14-15/16" [379mm]
24" [610mm]
*Reference the lamp/ballast data in the
Technical Section for specific lamp/ballast
requirements.
S TEM M OUNTING D A T A
Single Fixture
Application
Consult Pre Sales
Technical Support for
Continuous Row
Application.
4 Point Suspension
Utilizes Standard KOs
(Consult Pre Sales
Technical Support.)
LAMPS CONTAIN MERCURY. DISPOSE ACCORDING
TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS
Safe and convenient means of
disconnecting power.
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2 P5 M X
PH OTOM ETR IC S
Coefficients of Utilization
2P5MX-3BX40S34MI
Electronic Ballast
F40BX/SPX35/RS
Lamps
3150 Lumens
Spacing criterion:
(II) 1.2 x mounting
height, (⊥) 1.2 x
mounting height
Efficiency 65.0%
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
77
74
70
66
62
58
55
51
48
45
42
77
72
66
61
57
52
49
45
41
37
34
77
70
64
58
53
48
44
40
37
33
30
77
68
61
55
50
45
41
37
34
30
27
76
72
68
64
61
57
54
51
47
44
41
76
70
65
60
56
52
48
44
41
37
34
76
69
63
57
52
48
44
40
36
33
30
76
67
61
55
50
45
41
37
34
30
27
20%
50%
50 30 10
30%
50 30 10
10%
50 30 10
0%
0
72
68
63
59
55
50
47
43
40
36
33
69
65
61
57
53
49
46
43
39
36
33
66
63
59
56
52
48
45
42
39
35
32
65
60
56
51
47
43
39
36
32
29
26
72
66
61
56
51
47
43
40
36
33
30
72
65
59
54
49
45
41
37
33
30
27
69
64
60
55
51
46
43
39
36
32
29
69
63
58
53
48
44
41
37
33
30
27
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
3227
4982
6127
6140
6140
34.1
52.7
64.8
65.0
65.0
52.6
81.1
99.8
100.0
100.0
2P5MX3BX40S34MI.IES
Height Along
8.5’ 10.0’
91
87
85
87
86
88
86
88
86
88
66
62
58
54
50
46
42
39
35
32
29
66
62
57
52
48
44
40
37
33
30
27
Height Across
8.5’ 10.0’
95
97
95
97
95
97
95
97
96
97
Angle
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
45
50
55
60
65
70
75
80
85
90
Along II
3990
3981
3938
3813
3641
3421
3149
Across ⊥
3990
3995
3933
4004
4142
4181
3715
45°
3990
3980
3927
3834
3787
3735
3560
2804
3186
2333
2322
1491
857
206
15
8
5
3
0
0
0
2316
1279
571
202
17
8
5
3
1
0
0
1156
886
400
29
13
9
6
3
2
0
0
Luminance Data
LER = FP-53
Angle
in Deg
45
55
65
75
85
Yearly Cost of 1000
lumens, 3000 hrs at
.08 KWH = $4.53
Average
0-Deg
cd/sm fL
7433 2170
1266 369
67
19
41
11
0
0
Average
45-Deg
cd/sm fL
6376 1861
1242 362
67
19
41
11
0
0
Average
90-Deg
cd/sm fL
4417 1289
178
52
75
21
41
11
0
0
ORDER ING INFOR M A TION
SAMPLE NUMBER: 2P5MX-3BX40S34MI-120V-EB81-U
Width
2=2' width
Number
of Lamps
3 lamps
P=Paralux Louver
(Not included)
5=5" Louver Depth
Wattage (Length)
BX40=40W Biaxial (24")
Voltage (2)
120V=120 Volt
277V=277 Volt
347V=347 Volt
UNV=Universal
Voltage 120-277
Ballast Type (2)
Blank=Standard Magnetic Ballast (Biax & 20W)
EB5 =T5 Biax Electronic Instant Start.
Total Harmonic Distortion < 20%
(3)
No. of Ballast
1, 2 or 3
Options
TEB5 =T5 Biax Electronic Instant Start.
Total Harmonic Distortion < 10%
GL=Single Element Fuse
GM=Double Element Fuse
No. of Ballast
1,
2
or
3
WTR=White Reveal
Flex=Flex Installed
EL=Emergency Installed
MX=Surface Mount/Floating Door
Louver Color
S=Silver
Cell Configuration
34=3 Row of 4, 12 Cell
Louver Finish
MI=Specular/Mirrored (Low Iridescent)
VDT=VDT Soft Semi-Specular/Haze
(Low Iridescent)
(1)
NOTES: An EQ Grid Clip is recommended for all 9/16" ceiling systems. Four required per fixture.
(3)
international markets. Not available when specifying emergencies, voltage must be specific.
(2)
Options
FR=Suitable for
Fire Rated
Applications
MEP=Modified
End Plate/
For End Filler
Applications
(See Accessory
Section)
20REP=20
Gauge Riveted
Endplates. For
use in New York
City.
(Additional options
available. See
Accessory Section)
Packaging
U=Unit Pack
PAL=Job Pack,
out of carton
PALC=Job Pack,
in carton
Products also available in non-US voltages and frequencies for
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.
ACCESSORIES
EQ-CLIP-U=T-BAR Safety
Earthquake Clips (1)
SH IP P ING D A T A
Catalog No.
2P5MX-3BX40S34MI
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.
28 lbs.
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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.