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Appleton V-51 Series Incandescent Luminaire, Hazardous Location

Appleton V-51 Series Incandescent Luminaire, Hazardous Location

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Model: VC-75

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Appleton V-51 Series Incandescent Luminaire, Hazardous Location

The Appleton V-51 Series Incandescent Luminaire is an enclosed and gasketed fixture engineered for 60 to 300 Watt medium base incandescent lamps, built for hazardous, industrial and wet locations. Constructed with a malleable iron mounting hood and globe adapter, this luminaire is rated for Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D environments and carries a maximum input voltage of 150V. Unitized construction keeps installation and maintenance straightforward across storage areas, tunnels, subways, chemical plants and other locations where moisture, dirt or corrosive atmospheres are a concern.

Key Features

  • Lamp Compatibility: Designed for 60 to 300 Watt medium base incandescent lamps for reliable area lighting.
  • Durable Construction: Malleable iron mounting hood and globe adapter with a triple-coat finish of zinc electroplate, chromate and epoxy powder coat for corrosion resistance.
  • Mounting Versatility: Available in pendant, 45° stanchion, and a variety of ceiling and wall mountings to fit the application.
  • Unitized Design: Reduces installation and maintenance costs versus multi-piece fixtures.
  • Tool-Free Guard: Guard snaps into two recesses of the adapter, eliminating the need for separate clamps.
  • Voltage Rating: Maximum input voltage of 150V for consistent, code-compliant operation.
  • Vibration Protection: Neoprene rubber ring in the neck of the reflector snaps into the groove of the mounting hood, protecting against vibration and chipping.
  • Extended Lamp Life: Shock-absorbing porcelain socket with brass screw shell helps extend lamp service life.
  • Easy Wiring: Furnished with a connection block for simplified field wiring.

Certifications & Compliance

  • CEC: Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D
  • CEC: Class II, Divisions 1 and 2, Groups E, F, G
  • CEC: Class III; Enclosure 3R
  • NEC: Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D

Technical Specifications

  • Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete technical specifications.

Typical Applications

  • Hazardous Location Industrial Lighting
  • Storage Areas and Warehouses
  • Tunnels and Subways
  • Chemical Plants and Corrosive Atmospheres
  • Wet and Damp Location Installations

Why Appleton?

Appleton engineers the V-51 Series with a malleable iron mounting hood and globe adapter, a triple-coat protective finish, and a shock-absorbing porcelain socket to deliver dependable performance in demanding hazardous and wet-location environments. With Class I, Division 2 and Class II, Class III ratings under both CEC and NEC, this luminaire is built for code-compliant performance on industrial and commercial electrical projects.

V-51 family note: the Appleton V-51 platform is built from several distinct sub-series (VGL, VPG1, VA, VGAT, VXHA, VWG, VC, VD, and others), each a different combination of mounting hood, globe material, and guard style for 60-300W hazardous-location lighting — not simple variants of one base fixture. This listing is one specific sub-series; see the other V-51 Series listings for the different hood/globe/guard combinations.

Product Specs

Product Type:
Surface Mount Fixture
Voltage Rating:
150V
Product Wattage:
60-300W
Bulb Base:
Medium Base
Product Finish:
Epoxy Powder Coat
Standards:
Class I Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D
Configuration:
NEMA 3R Enclosure
Product Material:
Malleable Iron
Department:
Electrical
Product Group:
Lighting
Product Subgroup:
Light Fixtures

Appleton VC-75 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Can the Appleton V-51 luminaire be used in a Class I, Division 1 area?
No. The V-51 Series is rated Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C and D under both NEC and CEC, along with Class II Divisions 1 and 2 (Groups E, F, G) and Class III. Division 1 Class I areas require an explosionproof fixture rated for that division, so the V-51 is not the right choice there. For a Division 2 area with combustible dust or fibers present as well, it covers all three classes in one fixture.
2) What lamp does the Appleton V-51 hazardous location fixture take?
It takes a standard medium base incandescent lamp from 60 up to 300 watts. The socket is porcelain with a brass screw shell and is shock absorbing, which is what lets an incandescent lamp survive in a vibrating industrial space. Do not exceed 300W.
3) Can I run the Appleton V-51 luminaire on 277V?
No. The V-51 carries a maximum input voltage of 150V, so it is a 120V-class fixture. A 277V branch circuit needs a different luminaire or a transformer ahead of it.
4) Will the Appleton V-51 hold up outdoors or in a washdown area?
It is an enclosed and gasketed fixture with a NEMA 3R enclosure rating, so it is suited to wet and damp locations, tunnels, and outdoor industrial spots. The mounting hood and globe adapter are malleable iron with a triple-coat finish, zinc electroplate, then chromate, then epoxy powder coat, which is what handles corrosive atmospheres such as chemical plants.
5) How does the guard attach on the Appleton V-51, and do I need clamps?
No separate clamps. The guard snaps into two recesses in the globe adapter, so it goes on and comes off without tools when you relamp. That matters for maintenance crews servicing fixtures off a lift.
6) What mounting options are there for the Appleton V-51 luminaire?
Pendant, 45 degree stanchion, and a range of ceiling and wall mountings. The mounting is part of the fixture build rather than a field accessory, so pick the hood configuration that matches the opening before you order. Model VC-75 is one specific configuration within the family.
7) Is the Appleton V-51 VC-75 just a finish variant of the other V-51 fixtures?
No. The V-51 platform is a set of distinct sub-series, VGL, VPG1, VA, VGAT, VXHA, VWG, VC, VD and others, each a different combination of mounting hood, globe material and guard style. VC-75 is a specific sub-series build, not an option code on a common base fixture, so ordering by catalog number matters if you are matching existing fixtures in the plant.
8) Is field wiring the Appleton V-51 a splice-in-the-box job?
It comes with a connection block, so you land conductors on terminals instead of making splices, and the unitized construction means fewer pieces to assemble at the fixture. A neoprene rubber ring in the reflector neck snaps into the hood groove to take up vibration and keep the globe from chipping.
How fast can I get the Appleton VC-75 delivered?
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
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Does the Appleton VC-75 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Appleton VC-75 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
How do I get technical support or installation help for the Appleton VC-75?
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