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Ceiling-Mount Motion-Sensing Light Controls
Also known as occupancy sensors, these controls turn lights on when movement is detected and off when an area is unoccupied. All have a time delay to turn lights off after a set time.
Infrared sensors detect moving heat sources and require a direct view of the occupants.
Infrared/ultrasonic sensors minimize false activation by detecting changes in heat sources and motion. They can be set so that only one or both detection methods are required to activate and hold lights on.
Ultrasonic sensors detect movement and don’t require a direct view of the occupants.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
| Motion Sensor Type | Coverage, sq. ft. | No. of Circuits Controlled | Input Voltage  | Wattage | For Outlet Box Type | Color | Ht. | Dia. | Wire Connection Type | Specifications Met | Each | |
| Infrared | 1,500 | 1 | 120V AC 277V AC | 800 W @ 120 V AC 1,200 W @ 277 V AC | 2 Device (2 Gang) | White | 3 3/8" | 4 1/2" | Wire Leads | UL Listed, C-UL Listed | 0000000 | 0000000 |
| Infrared/Ultrasonic | 1,000 | 1 | 120V AC 277V AC | 800 W @ 120 V AC 1,200 W @ 277 V AC | 2 Device (2 Gang) | White | 2 1/16" | 4 1/2" | Screw Terminals | UL Listed, C-UL Listed | 0000000 | 000000 |
| Ultrasonic | 2,000 | 1 | 120V AC 277V AC | 800 W @ 120 V AC 1,200 W @ 277 V AC | 2 Device (2 Gang) | White | 1 13/16" | 4 1/2" | Screw Terminals | UL Listed, C-UL Listed | 0000000 | 000000 |
Wall/Ceiling-Mount Motion-Sensing Light Controls
Also known as occupancy sensors, these controls turn lights on when movement is detected and off when an area is unoccupied. The infrared/ultrasonic sensors minimize false activation by detecting heat and motion. They can be set so that only one or both detection methods are required to activate and hold lights on. All have a time delay to turn lights off after a set time. The mounting bracket swivels 90° so that the control can be mounted on a wall or ceiling.
Power controllers (sold separately) are required to switch a 120- or 277-volt AC lighting circuit. They have a relay that switches a maximum 20 amp load.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
| Coverage, sq. ft. | No. of Circuits Controlled | Input Voltage | Max. Mounting Ht., ft. | Mounting Hardware Included | Swivel Angle | Color | Housing Material | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Wire Connection Type | Specifications Met | Each | |
| 2,000 | 1 | 24V DC | 10 | Yes | 90° | White | Plastic | 4 3/8" | 3 3/8" | 2" | Wire Leads | UL Listed, C-UL Listed | 0000000 | 0000000 |
| Power Controller | 0000000 | Each | 000000 |
Light Bulb Sockets
Install sockets for medium (standard household) screw-in base light bulbs.
Styles A-C mount to outlet boxes.
Overall | Mounting Holes | ||||||||||||||
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| Style | Switch Type | Dia. | Lg. | Wd. | Voltage | Max. Wattage per Bulb | Collar Dia. | Housing Material | For Outlet Box Ht. | Mounting Hardware Included | No. of | Dia. | Specifications Met | Each | |
For LED, CFL, Halogen, and Incandescent Bulbs | |||||||||||||||
| A | No Switch | 4 1/2" | __ | __ | 120V AC, 208V AC, 240V AC | 660W | 1 9/16" | Porcelain | 3 1/4", 4" | Yes | 2 | 7/32" | UL Listed, CSA Certified | 00000000 | 00000 |
| B | Pull Chain | 4 1/2" | __ | __ | 120V AC, 208V AC, 240V AC | 250W | 1 11/16" | Porcelain | 3 1/4", 4" | Yes | 2 | 7/32" | UL Listed, CSA Certified | 0000000 | 00000 |
| C | Pull Chain | 4 1/2" | __ | __ | 120V AC | 250W | 1 5/8" | Porcelain | 3 1/4", 4" | Yes | 2 | 7/32" | UL Listed, CSA Certified | 0000000 | 00000 |
| D | No Switch | __ | 2" | 2" | 120V AC, 208V AC, 240V AC, 277V AC, 480V AC | 660W | 1 1/2" | Porcelain | __ | No | 2 | 3/16" | UL Listed | 00000000 | 00000 |
Temporary Light Bulb Sockets
Also known as pigtail holders. Temporarily wire these sockets to provide light during construction. They have a rubber lip that molds around bulbs to form a water-resistant seal.
Housing | ||||||||||
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| Overall Dia. | Voltage | Screw-In Base Size | Max. Wattage per Bulb | Collar Dia. | Material | Color | Wire Connection Type | Specifications Met | Each | |
For LED, CFL, Halogen, and Incandescent Bulbs | ||||||||||
| 1 1/2" | 120V AC, 208V AC, 240V AC, 277V AC, 480V AC | Medium (Standard Household) | 300W | 1 5/8" | Ceramic | Yellow | Wire Leads | UL Listed | 0000000 | 000000 |