Metalux
D ES C R IPTION
The Paralux III Tannenbaum louver offers designers an exciting new
appearance forlow brightness recessed applications. The luminaire
incorporates a unique European louver design featuring low iridescent
specular and Tannenbaum aluminum optical surfaces. This louver
integrates into the Paralux III 4-3/4" deep para-contoured housing for
optimum performance. The Paralux III series is compatible with all of
today’s popular ceiling systems and is available wotj a number of options
and accessories to application versatility.
Type
Catalog #
Project
Date
Comments
Prepared by
2EP3-IC is rated for installations when the housing is in direct contact
with insulation. It is a great visual alternative to traditional recessed
luminaires and provides efficient, low glare ambient lighting.
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
4-3/4" deep, para-contoured
housing, die formed 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.
Ballast are CBM/ETL Class “P”
and positively secured. 2G11 base
lampholders have doubleedge
wiping action pressure lock
contacts with vertically oriented
lamp support clips. UL/CUL listed
for Type IC Recessed Luminaire
(Rated for direct contact with
insulation) Suitable for damp
locations.
Positive spring loaded, self locking,
steel latches. Safety lock T-hinges
allow hinging and latching from
either side.
F in ish
Lighting grade, baked white
enamel finish. Multistage, iron
phosphate pretreatment ensures
maximum bonding and rust
inhibition.
Louver
Die formed of low iridescent
anodized specular and
Tannenbaum aluminum. Finish
is anodic oxide coating. Accurate
precision contours are held in place
with interlocking feature. Trus
cut mitered corners. Black reveal
with integral mechanical light seal
around entire perimeter of louver.
Louver protected from construction
contaminants by poly cover.
2EP3GAX-IC
328T8
332
36 Cell
2' X 4' LOUVER
3 T8 LAMPS
TANNENBAUM LOUVER
4-3/4"
[121mm]
Paralux III
Recessed Static or
Air Supply Troffer
For Use in
Insulated Ceilings
23-3/4"
[603mm]
ENERGY DATA
MO UNTING D A TA
2/4 LAMP
Input Watts:
EB Ballast & STD Lamps
328T8 (67)
332 (81)
L A MP CONF IGURA T IONS
Access Plate
7/8" [22mm] K.O.
7/8" [22mm] K.O. (4)
3 LAMP – 36 CELL
4-3/4"
[121mm]
2-5/8"
[67mm]
7"
7"
[178mm] [178mm]
23-3/4" [603mm]
Luminaire Efficacy Rating
LER = FP-61
Catalog Number: 2EP3GAX-IC332ST312MI
23-3/4"
[603mm]
Yearly Cost of 1000 lumens,
3000 hrs at .08 KWH = $3.93
4-5/8" [119mm]
3" [77mm]
48" [1217mm]
**Reference the lamp/ballast data in the
Technical Section for specific lamp/ballast
requirements.
7-7/8" [201mm]
C EILING C OM PA TIB IL I T Y
G
Grid/Lay-in
Standard
G
Concealed T
G
Slot Grid
F
Aluminum Flange Trim
With Supporting
Swing Gates
MZ
Modular Trim
With Supporting
Swing Gates
Ceiling
Type
Trim
Type
Exposed Grid
Concealed T
Slot Grid
Flange
Concealed “T” or ”Z“
Metal Pan
G
G
G
F
MZ
MZ
(Verify compatibility/ consult
factory.)
LAMPS CONTAIN MERCURY. DISPOSE ACCORDING
TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS
Safe and convenient means of
disconnecting power.
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2 E P 3 GAX-IC T 8
TA N N EN B A U M
PH OTOM ETR IC S
Coefficients of Utilization
rc
rw
RCR
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
2EP3GAX-IC332ST312MI
Electronic Ballast
FO32/35K Lamps
2800 Lumens
Spacing criterion:
(II) 1.2 x mounting
height, (⊥) 1.7 x
mounting height
Efficiency 69.0%
Test Report:
Candela
Effective floor cavity reflectance
80%
70%
70 50 30 10
70 50 30 10
82
77
72
66
61
56
52
48
44
40
37
82
74
67
60
54
49
44
39
35
31
28
82
72
63
56
49
43
38
34
30
26
23
82
70
60
52
45
39
34
30
26
22
19
80
75
70
65
60
55
51
47
43
39
37
80
73
66
59
54
48
43
39
35
31
28
80
71
63
55
49
43
38
34
29
26
23
80
69
60
52
45
39
34
30
26
22
19
20%
50%
50 30 10
30%
50 30 10
10%
50 30 10
0%
0
77
70
64
58
52
47
42
38
34
30
27
73
67
61
56
50
45
41
37
33
29
27
70
65
59
54
49
44
40
36
32
29
26
69
62
55
48
42
37
32
28
24
21
18
77
68
61
54
48
42
37
33
29
25
23
77
67
58
51
44
39
34
30
26
22
19
73
66
59
53
47
41
37
33
29
25
22
73
65
57
50
44
38
34
29
25
22
19
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
1812
3155
5329
5799
5799
21.6
37.6
63.4
69.0
69.0
31.2
54.4
91.9
100.0
100.0
Height Along
8.5’ 10.0’
73
74
76
76
77
76
79
79
79
79
70
64
58
52
46
41
36
32
28
25
22
70
63
56
49
43
38
33
29
25
22
19
Height Across
8.5’ 10.0’
79
79
84
83
86
84
87
86
88
87
Angle
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
45
50
55
60
65
70
75
80
85
90
Along II
2226
2203
2150
2078
1988
1884
1763
1624
1466
1290
1088
862
620
377
189
106
51
20
0
Across ⊥
2226
2244
2271
2325
2370
2333
2414
2981
2788
1736
1042
767
800
158
18
9
4
1
0
45°
2226
2221
2203
2187
2171
2143
2080
1972
1982
2084
1686
1003
553
346
183
75
36
12
0
2EP3-IC-3325T312MI.IES
LER = FP-61
Yearly Cost of 1000
lumens, 3000 hrs at
.08 KWH = $3.93
ORDER IN G INFOR M A TION
SAMPLE NUMBER: 2EP3GAX-IC-332ST312MI-UNV-EB81-U
Rating
Blank=
Standard
ATW-SW4=
Chicago
Rated
HR=Heat
Removal (1)
Width
2=2' Width
Voltage (4)
120V=120 Volt
277V=277 Volt
347V=347 Volt
UNV=Universal
Voltage 120-277 (5)
Number
of Lamps
3=3 Lamps (3)
Wattage (Length)
28T8=28W T8 (48")
32=32W T8 (48")
Louver Color/Type
ST=Silver Tannenbaum
Cell Configuration
312=3 Rows of 12, 36 Cell
EP=Paralux Louver
3=3" Louver Depth
Trim Type
G=Grid/Lay-in (Standard)
G=Concealed T/Slot Grid (6)
F=Aluminum Flange Trim (7)
MZ=Modular Trim
AX=Air Supply Floating Louver
X=Blank Side/Floating Louver Non-Air Supply (Omit A)
AVX=Air Supply Floating Louver
with Directional Air Vane (Add V)
Louver Finish
MI=Specular/Mirrored (Low
Iridescent) (Silver Only)
Option – Aluminum Flange Trim (8)
Blank=SW (Single White)
Type
Color
‘S’ Single
‘N’ Natural
‘R’ In Row
‘W’ White
‘E’ End of Row
IC=IC Rated
Options
GL=Single Element
Fuse
GM=Double Element
Fuse
WTR=White Reveal
Flex=Flex Installed
(Reference Flex ordering
information)
EL=Emergency
Installed (6)
Lamps Installed
Blank=No Lamps
Installed
L8835=T8 Lamp, 28W
and 32W, 3500K
L8841=T8 Lamp, 28W
and 32W, 4100K
L8835HL=T8 Lamp,
32W, 3500K, 3100
Lumens
L8841HL=T8 Lamp,
32W, 4100K, 3100
Lumens
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
Options
PAF=Painted
After Fabrication
REP=Riveted
Endplates
Packaging
U=Unit Pack
PAL=Job Pack, out of carton
PALC=Job Pack, in carton
ER8 =T8 Electronic Program Rapid Start.
Total Harmonic Distortion < 10%
No. of Ballast
1, 2 or 3
High Performance T8 Ballasts
HB8 =T8 Electronic Instant Start. Total Harmonic Distortion < 10%.
Standard Ballast Factor .86 – .88
HB8 L=T8 Electronic Instant Start. Total Harmonic Distortion < 10%.
Low Ballast Factor .77 – .82
HB8 N=T8 Electronic Instant Start. Total Harmonic Distortion < 10%.
Normal Ballast Factor 1.0
HB8 H=T8 Electronic Instant Start. Total Harmonic Distortion < 10%.
High Ballast Factor 1.15 – 1.20
HR8 T8 Electronic Program Rapid Start. Total Harmonic Distortion < 10%.
Standard Ballast Factor .86 – .88
HR8 DIM=T8 Electronic Program Rapid Start. Total Harmonic Distortion < 10%.
Step Dimming. Ballast Factor .88
HR8 L=T8 Electronic Program Rapid Start. Total Harmonic Distortion < 10%.
Low Ballast Factor .71 – .79
HR8 H=T8 Electronic Program Rapid Start. Total Harmonic Distortion < 10%.
High Ballast Factor 1.15 – 1.20
ACCESSORIES
(1)
(2)
NOTES: Integral end plate grid lock feature not available in heat removal. An EQ Grid Clip is recommended for all 9/16" ceiling systems. Four required per
(3)
(4)
(5)
fixture. Standard off-center ballast on 3-lamp fixtures. Products also available in non-US voltages and frequencies for international markets. Not available
(6)
when specifying emergencies, voltage must be specific. Fixtures equipped with “EL” option may require a 5-1/2" housing depth. If installing in field, must
(7)
(8)
use low profile battery pack. Louver is recessed by 5/16" in Concealed T or Slot Grid T. 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.
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.
EQ-CLIP-U=T-BAR Safety Earthquake Clips(2)
SH IP P ING D A T A
Catalog No.
Wt.
2EP3GAX-IC-328T8ST312MI 42 lbs.
2EP3GAX-IC-332ST312MI 42 lbs.
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