Cooper Lighting Metalux RCG Series User manual

DIMENSIONSDESCRIPTION
The RCG Series is a fully
assembled, one-piece recessed
lighting system that provides
an unobstructed, visually
comfortable, ceiling plane with
a reduction high angle ceiling
glare of over 50%. The optional
SilverLining option reduces
high angle glare over 70%. The
series produces excellent,
uniform, low brightness linear
illumination. The RCG can be
utilized with new high color
rendition light sources, along
with high performance ballasts
for system efficiency and
performance. The RCG
Recessed Lighting System
complements general task and
retail merchandising areas.
The RCG is ideal for mass
merchandising areas where
the focus is on a product with
visual appeal.
STRIPS
434 COOPER LIGHTING
• Equipped with energy
saving ballast/complies
with federal energy
efficiency standards
• One piece die formed steel
raceway reflector assembly
• Designed to direct 50%
more light into the work
plane area
• Reflector finish reduces high
angle glare by over 50%
• Compatible with all
inverted T-Grid ceilings
1' x 4' and 1' x 8' modules
• Optional continuous row
fixtures available
• Simplified unit or row
installation
• Full access wireway
• Baked white enamel finish
• Optional enhanced
recessed silver steel
reflector reduces high angle
glare by over 70% and
provides superior visual
comfort (SilverLining only)
• UL/CUL Listed. Suitable for
damp locations.
RCG SERIES
4', 6' or 8'
1, 2 or 3 Lamps
RECESSED LIGHTING
SYSTEM
NOTES: (1)Products also available in non-US voltages and frequencies for international markets. (2)Not available when specifying emergencies, voltage must be specific.
(3)3-lamp fixture available with T8 lamps only. (4)RCG fixture requires cross tees. (5)RCC and RCE fixtures do not require cross tees. (6)Not available on fixtures using HO
lamps. (7)296 and 296HO with LE3 only available in 120V.
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.
NOMINAL LENGTH A B (HO Ballast) C (RS, SL Ballast)
4'/8', 1/2 Lamp 11-3/4" (299mm) 6-1/8" (156mm) 5-1/8" (130mm)
4'/8', 3 Lamp 11-3/4" (299mm) NA 5-1/8" (130mm)
SilverLining
SS=Reflector and
Wireway Cover (6)
ORDERING INFORMATION
SAMPLE NUMBER: RCG-232A-120V-EB81-U
Tandem
Blank=4'
Length
8T=8'
Tandem
RC=Series
Continuous Row
G=Standard Fixture (4)
(Single)
(2 End Plates Furnished)
C=Continuous Row (5)
(In Row)
(No Reflector End Plates)
E=Continuous Row (5)
(End of Row)
(1 End Plate Furnished)
Number of Lamps(3)
1, 2 or 3lamps
(Not Included)
Voltage (1)
120V=120 Volt
277V=277 Volt
347V=347 Volt
UNV=Universal Voltage 120-277(2)
Wattage (Length)
40=34/40W T12 (48")
32=32W T8 (48")
48=40W T12 (48") SL
48HO=60W T12 (48") HO
48HO=44W T8 (48") HO
72=55W T12 (72") SL
72HO=85W T12 (72") HO
72HO=65W T8 (72") HO
96=60/75W T12 (96") SL(7)
96=59W T8 (96") SL
96HO=95/110W T12 (96") HO(7)
96HO=86W T8 (96") HO
Rails
Blank=Open,
no Lens/Rail
A=Factory
Installed Lens
and Rail
Options
GL=Single Element Fuse
GM=Double Element Fuse
Emergency - for EM installed,
see EM options table
Ballast Type (1)
Blank=Standard Magnetic Ballast
LE3=T12 Magnetic Energy Saving
EB8 = T8 Electronic Instant Start.
Total Harmonic Distortion < 10%
EB8 /PLUS= T8 Electronic Instant Start.
High Ballast Factor >1.13. Total
Harmonic Distortion < 20%
ER8 = T8 Electronic Program Rapid Start.
Total Harmonic Distortion < 10%
EB2 =T12 Electronic Rapid Start.
(For complete details on generic or to specify
manufacturer’s ballast see pg. 469)
No. of Ballast
1, 2 or 3
No. of
Ballast
1, 2 or 3
No. of Ballast
1, 2 or 3
No. of Ballast
1 or 2
Options
(See Options
Section)
Packaging
U=Unit Pack
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