Metalux
D ES C R IPTION
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The Paralux III Modular Series features the latest in energy efficient
technology. The luminaire incorporates a true 3" deep precision cell
louver into a nominal 6-11/16" modular fixture housing. This combination
creates a total high performance parabolic optical assembly for optimum
performance. 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 III series is an excellent choice
for commercial office spaces, schools, hospitals or retail merchandising
areas.
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
Nominal 6-11/16" housing die
formed of 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 removed without tools.
mounting bolts. Pressure lock
lampholders. UL/CUL listed.
hinging. Safety chains provided.
Suitable for damp locations.
F in ish
Louver
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.
Die formed of low iridescent,
vertical grain 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.
El e c t r i c a l *
Hin g in g /L a tch ing
Ballasts are CBM/ETL Class “P”
and are positively secured by
Positive cam action spring loaded,
self locking, steel latches. Positive
6-11/16"
[170mm]
2EP3MX
232
332
432
12, 18 or 32 Cell
2' X 4' PARABOLIC
2, 3 OR 4 T8 LAMP
SEMI-SPECULAR OR
SPECULAR LOUVER
Paralux III
Surface Modular
24"
[610mm]
MOUNTING D A TA
ST E M MOUNT ING D A T A
3/8" [10mm] K.O. (2)
11/16" [17mm] K.O. (4)
7/8" [22mm] K.O. (5)
4 Point Suspension
Utilizes Standard KOs
(Consult Pre Sales
Technical Support.)
ENERGY DATA
Consult Pre Sales
Technical Support for
Continuous Row
Application.
21-1/8"
[537mm]
24"
[610mm]
Single Fixture
Application
1-1/4"
[32mm]
L A MP CONF IGURA T IONS
ES Ballast & STD Lamps
232 (71), 332 (108), 432 (142)
2 LAMP
36-7/16" [926mm]
38-15/16" [989mm]
41" [1041mm]
48" [1219mm]
6-11/16"
[170mm]
10-3/16"
[259mm]
24" [610mm]
2-11/16"
[69mm]
11/16" [17mm] K.O. (4)
3 LAMP
6-11/16"
[143mm]
21-1/8"
[537mm]
24"
[610mm]
3-1/2"
[89mm]
1-1/4"
[32mm]
2-11/16"
[69mm]
7"
7"
[178mm] [178mm]
*Reference the lamp/ballast data in the
Technical Section for specific lamp/ballast
requirements.
LAMPS CONTAIN MERCURY. DISPOSE ACCORDING
TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS
4 LAMP
6-11/16"
[170mm]
38-15/16" [989mm]
48" [1219mm]
Luminaire Efficacy Rating
LER = FP-56
Catalog Number: 2EP3MX-232
Yearly Cost of 1000 lumens,
3000 hrs at .08 KWH = $4.29
24" [610mm]
7/8" [22mm]
K.O. (5)
36-7/16" [926mm]
Input Watts:
EB Ballast & STD Lamps
232 (61), 332 (91), 432 (122)
2-11/16"
[69mm]
X=4-13/16"
[122mm]
X
5-3/4"
X
[146mm]
Safe and convenient means of
disconnecting power.
24" [610mm]
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PHOTOM ETR IC S
2 EP3 M X
Coefficients of Utilization
2EP3MX-232S26I
Electronic Ballast
F32T8/35K Lamps
2800 Lumens
Spacing criterion:
(II) 1.2 x mounting
height, (⊥) 1.8 x
mounting height
Efficiency 67.7%
Test Report:
2EP3MX232S26I.IES
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
81
75
70
65
60
55
51
46
43
39
36
81
73
65
59
53
47
42
38
34
30
27
81
71
62
54
48
42
37
32
28
25
22
81
69
59
51
44
38
33
28
24
21
18
79
74
68
63
58
53
49
45
42
38
35
79
71
64
58
52
46
42
37
33
30
27
79
69
61
54
47
41
36
32
28
25
22
79
67
58
50
43
37
33
28
24
21
18
20%
50%
50 30 10
30%
50 30 10
10%
50 30 10
0%
0
75
69
62
56
50
45
40
36
32
29
26
72
66
60
54
49
44
39
35
32
28
26
69
64
58
52
47
42
38
34
31
28
25
68
60
53
46
40
35
30
26
23
19
17
75
67
59
52
46
40
36
32
28
24
22
75
65
57
49
43
37
32
28
24
21
18
72
65
58
51
45
40
35
31
27
24
21
72
63
55
48
42
37
32
28
24
21
18
Zonal Lumen Summary
Typical VCP Percentages
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
1982
3415
3793
3793
20.3
35.4
61.0
67.7
67.7
30.0
52.3
90.0
100.0
100.0
Height Along
8.5’ 10.0’
81
80
86
84
88
87
87
86
89
89
69
62
56
50
44
39
35
31
27
24
21
69
62
54
48
42
36
32
28
24
21
18
Height Across
8.5’ 10.0’
76
77
83
80
86
84
84
83
87
86
Angle
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
45
50
55
60
65
70
75
80
85
90
Along II
1372
1359
1333
1294
1242
1179
1107
1024
930
823
704
575
422
238
81
26
11
3
0
45°
1372
1372
1366
1357
1343
1333
1330
1327
1313
1293
1126
694
375
272
152
35
12
4
0
Across ⊥
1372
1385
1400
1420
1462
1524
1586
1722
1782
1208
585
478
500
410
307
38
16
5
0
Yearly Cost of 1000
lumens, 3000 hrs at
.08 KWH = $4.29
OR D ER ING INFOR M A TION
SAMPLE NUMBER: 2EP3MX-232S26I-120V-EB81-U
Width
2=2' Width
Options
Packaging
Ballast Type (1)
EKO=7/8" KOs in End of U=Unit Pack
EB8 =T8 Electronic Instant Start.
2
Fixture Housing
Total Harmonic Distortion < 10%
SMB=Side Mounted
No. of Ballast
Ballast For Stem
1, 2 or 3
Applications
EB8 /PLUS= T8 Electronic Instant Start.
RLS=Rotor-Lock Socket
High Ballast Factor >1.13.
(T8 Lamps Only)
No. of
Total Harmonic Distortion < 10%
Ballast
(Additional options available.
See Accessory Section)
1, 2 or 3
ER8 =T8 Electronic Program Rapid Start.
Total Harmonic Distortion < 10%
No. of Ballast
1, 2 or 3
HPT8 Ballast
HB8 L=T8 Electronic Instant Start. Low Ballast Factor .77
HB8 =T8 Electronic Instant Start. Ballast Factor .88
HB8 N=T8 Electronic Instant Start. Normal Ballast Factor 1.0
HB8 H=T8 Electronic Instant Start. High Ballast Factor 1.15-1.2
HR8 DIM=T8 Electronic Program Start Step Dimming. Ballast Factor .88
HR8 L=T8 Electronic Program Start. Low Ballast Factor .77
HR8 =T8 Electronic Program Start. Ballast Factor .88
HR8 H=T8 Electronic Program Start. High Ballast Factor 1.15-1.2
Number of Lamps
1, 2 or 3 lamps
(Not included)
EP=Paralux Louver (III)
Louver Depth
3=Paralux III
MX=Surface Mount/Floating
Louver
Wattage (Length)
32=32W Octron T8 (48")
Louver Color
S=Silver
W=White
Cell Configuration
26=2 Rows of 6, 12 Cell
36=3 Rows of 6, 18 Cell
48=4 Rows of 8, 32 Cell
Louver Finish
I=Semi-Specular/Haze (Low Iridescent)
Standard
MI=Specular/Mirrored (Low Iridescent)
P=Painted
Options
GL=Single Element Fuse
GM=Double Element Fuse
EL=Emergency Installed
Voltage (1)
120V=120 Volt
277V=277 Volt
347V=347 Volt
UNV=Universal Voltage 120-277 Volt (2)
NOTES:
(1)
SH IP P ING D A T A
(2)
Products also available in non-US voltages and frequencies for international markets. Not available when specifying emergencies, voltage must be specific.
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.
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.
Catalog No.
2EP3MX-232S26I
2EP3MX-332S26I
2EP3MX-432S26I
2EP3MX-232S36I
2EP3MX-332S36I
2EP3MX-432S36I
2EP3MX-232S48I
2EP3MX-332S48I
2EP3MX-432S48I
Wt.
42 lbs.
42 lbs.
42 lbs.
42 lbs.
42 lbs.
42 lbs.
42 lbs.
42 lbs.
42 lbs.
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