Microfluorescent T5 Grounded Light Fixtures

Description of Microfluorescent T5 Grounded Light Fixtures

This grounded, 3-wire, microfluorescent T5 light fixture includes the lamp, mounting brackets and screws, cord and plug, direct connector, and built-in, instant-on, energy-efficient, silent, electronic ballast. A very versatile light fixture for both home and office, the microfluorescent adjustable T5 grounded light fixture can be used for backlighting, cabinet lighting, cove lighting, desk lighting, display case lighting, exhibits, merchandising, over cabinet lighting, shelf lights, showcase lighting, task lighting, trade show lighting, and under cabinet lighting.

LIGHT FIXTURE

• 6 Models: click Specifications & Measurements to see a complete description of model differences
  
  

  	6 watts	8 watts	14 watts	21 watts	28 watts	35 watts
  Model#	PSG5-6	PSG5-8	PSG5-14	PSG5-21	PSG5-28	PSG5-35
  Length without power cord	9-3/8in	12.5in	22.75in	34.5in	46.25in	58in
  Length with power cord	11-3/8in	14.5in	24.75in	36.5in	48.25in	60.0in

• Finish: white enamel
• Solid Construction: fixture frame is constructed of extruded aluminum unlike some T5 fluorescent units that are made of plastic
• Full Fixture Lighting: the end of the T5 lamp is only 0.50in from the end of the fixture unlike some T5 units like this that often have a full 1.50 inches between the end of the lamp and the end of the fixture
• Very Low Profile: only 0.75in wide by 1.5in high
• Very Little Heat: gives off very little heat
• Light Weight: very light weight; depending on size the T5 fixture weighs 7 oz, 9 oz, 12 oz, 19 oz, 25 oz, 36 oz
• Protective Cover: includes a clear, ribbed, attractive, easy-to-clean acrylic cover that protects the fluorescent lamp
• Complete Unit: A Microfluorescent T5 Grounded Light Fixture includes a T5 fluorescent lamp, acrylic cover, a small on/off rocker switch located on the body of each fixture (except the 6-watt and 8-watt models), a 6ft power cord & a three-prong grounded plug, one Direct Connector, and mounting clips & screws.

LIGHT BULB

• Light Bulb Included: a T5 (5/8in diameter) tri-phosphorous fluorescent light bulb with a color temperature of 3000K (warm white), 4100K (cool white), or 6400K (daylight white) is included with each Microfluorescent T5 Grounded Light Fixture
• Very Good Lamp Life: rated life is 18,000 hours on average (Lamp is easily replaced.)
  (Caution: always be certain that the lamp is seated properly in both of its sockets. Be sure that both pins of each end are inside their respective socket and that the lamp is rotated 90 degrees once the pins are in the sockets. Failure to make good electrical contact between the pins and its socket may result in arcing and excessive heating of the socket.)
• Good Color Rendition: high Color Rendering Index (CRI) of 82+ for all 3 white lamps (warm white, cool white, daylight white)
• 6 Nominal Lengths: the T5 light bulbs have nominal lengths of 9in, 12in, 22in, 34in, 46in, and 58in regardless of the color temperature or the color of the lamp
• End of Lamp Life: when a fluorescent light bulb burns out it is always a good idea to turn off the corresponding Microfluorescent fixture. Otherwise, the solid state ballast used inside that fixture can sometimes burn out while trying to start a bad light bulb.

ELECTRICAL FEATURES

• Quiet Electronic Ballast: built-in lightweight electronic ballast provides instant-on starting with no flickering and cool quiet operation
• Energy-Efficient: uses only 6, 8, 14, 21, 28, 35 watts of power/fixture respectively
• Linkable: can be installed as a single unit or as multiple units connected in line with Direct Connectors and/or Flexible Connectors of 6in, 12in, 24in, or 36in. If the distance between two Microfluorescent T5 Grounded Fixtures is greater than 36 inches, then use two or more Flexible Connectors. For example, if the distance between two Microfluorescent T5 Grounded Fixtures is 65 inches, use two 36in Flexible Connectors connected end-to-end.
• Maximum Wattage: in general, the maximum wattage in one “ganged” line of T5 fixtures is 230 watts. However, if the 28W, or the 35W fixtures are linked together in a single circuit, only 5 of these fixtures may be “ganged” together.
• Rocker Switch Pre-Installed: all of the fixtures (except the 6W and 8W fixtures) come equipped with a small on/off rocker switch on the side of the fixture
• Switching: when these microfluorescent fixtures are linked together, an individual fixture may be adjusted by the on/off fixture switch without affecting the other fixtures. Additionally, if multiple fixtures are hardwired to power, then they may be controlled by a single wall switch as long as the rocker switch on each fixture is left in the “on” position.
• 3-Wire Grounded: 3-wire grounded fixtures like these Microfluorescent T5 Grounded Light Fixtures are strongly recommended for projects that require grounding - especially commercial installations; on the other hand, 2-wire non-grounded microfluorescent fixtures can be used for residential installations
• Not Dimmable: these fluorescent fixtures are not dimmable

INSTALLATION

• Easy to Install: easy to install with 2 screw-in clips, then fixture snaps into place
• Electrical Connections: can easily be connected to power by either using a 6ft power cord or a choice of two different Hardwire Boxes. However, these Microfluorescent T5 Grounded Light Fixtures cannot be hardwired directly because their profile is simply too small (0.75in by 1.5in). The power cords and hardwire boxes can be ordered in the Accessories tab.
• Acrylic Hardwire Box with Control Switch: will permit the Microfluorescent T5 Grounded Light Fixture(s) to be hardwired and controlled by the rocker switch on the hardwire box. It has 3 knockouts for electrical connections. (Please remember that a flexible connector of the appropriate length must be used to connect the hardwire box and Microfluorescent T5 Grounded Light Fixture.) These optional Hardwire Boxes may be ordered in the Accessories tab.
• Commercial Grade Metal Hardwire Box: will permit the Microfluorescent T5 Grounded Light Fixture(s) to be hardwired into a circuit controlled by a wall switch. It has 4 knockouts for electrical connections. (Please remember that a Flexible Connector of the appropriate length must be used to connect the hardwire box and a Microfluorescent T5 Grounded Light Fixture.) These optional Hardwire Boxes may be ordered in the Accessories tab.
• Optional Accessories: a variety of connectors (Direct Connectors, Flexible Connectors, a Power Cord, Hardwire Boxes, Mounting Clips, and spare T4 light bulbs) may be ordered on the Accessories tab

OTHER

• Large Quantity Discount: If you would like us to quote on a large quantity of Microfluorescent T5 Grounded Light Fixtures, please call us at our toll-free number, 800.392.4818, or use the online Quotation Request for Large Quantities form. We are always happy to provide you with our best large quantity pricing.