Lithonia Lighting
Industrial Steel Emergency Lighting
ELT16, ELT24, ELT36, ELT50
Features & Specifications
Intended Use: Ideal for applications where steel housings or metal lamp heads are a requirement.
Construction: 18-gauge steel housing finished in instrument tan color. Hinged faceplate for easy maintenance.
Optics: Glass sealed-beam PAR36 lamps in thermoplastic housing, available in incandescent and halogen lamp types.
Electrical: Dual-voltage input capability (120/277V). AC/LVD reset allows battery connection before AC power is applied and prevents battery damage from deep discharge.
Battery: Batteries are sealed, maintenance-free, lead-acid (SLA) with wattage capacities for 90 minutes of emergency operation. Models include 16-watts (ELT16), 24-watts (ELT24), 36-watts (ELT36), and 50-watts (ELT50). Features include a current limiting charger, thermal protection, thermal compensation, and low-voltage disconnect.
Listings: UL listed. Meets UL 924, NFPA 101 (current Life Safety Code), NEC, and OSHA illumination standards.
Buy American Act: Products with the BAA option are assembled in the USA and meet government procurement requirements. More information available at: www.acuitybrands.com/buy-american.
Warranty: 3-year limited warranty. Full terms are available at: www.acuitybrands.com/support/warranty/terms-and-conditions.
Note: Actual performance may differ based on end-user environment and application. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Ordering Information
For shortest lead times, configure product using standard options (shown in bold).
| Example: ELT16 H | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Series | Input voltage | Housing color | Lamp heads | Lamp type | Options |
| ELT16 16W/6V | (blank) 120V/277V | (blank) Instrument tan | (blank) Two heads | PAR36 Halogen | (blank) None |
| ELT24 24W/6V | W White | RO Less lamp heads | H 8W Halogen PAR36 lamp1,2 | LD Load disconnect switch | |
| ELT36 36W/6V | MT Metal lamp heads | PAR36 sealed-beam | TD Integral time delay3,4 | ||
| ELT50 50W/12V | 6 Volts H1206 12W/6V halogen | N Nickel-cadmium battery5 | |||
| 12 Volts N2512 25W/12V incandescent | AM Ammeter3,6 | ||||
| H1212 12W/12V halogen | VM Voltmeter3,6 | ||||
| NOM NOM Certified | |||||
| BAA Buy America(n) Act Compliant |
Notes:
- When ordering H lamp type with ELT16, ELT24, ELT36, it will be an 8W6V halogen lamp.
- When ordering H lamp type with ELT50, it will be an 8W12V halogen lamp.
- ELT50 uses a larger housing when ordered with these options (see ELT-125-180-275 spec sheet for larger housing dimensions).
- Available on ELT50 only.
- N (Nickel-cadmium battery) is not available with ELT36.
- AM (Ammeter) and VM (Voltmeter) must be ordered together.
- Not available with ELT50 when ordered with TD option.
- See spec sheet ELA-WG.
- See spec sheet ELA-RTLP-MS.
Accessories
Order as separate catalog numbers:
- ELA WG2: Small wireguard (16-50W)7,8
- ELA MSTS: Mounting shelf (standard color instrument tan)9
Specifications
Electrical
| Type | AC Input Volts | Amps | Watts | Output Watts1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-1/2 hrs. | 2 hrs. | 3 hrs. | 4 hrs. | ||||
| ELT16 | 120 | .163 | 16.6 | 6 | 16 | 12 | 8 |
| 277 | .069 | 16.4 | |||||
| ELT24 | 120 | .167 | 20 | 6 | 24 | 24 | 16 |
| 277 | .072 | 20 | |||||
| ELT36 | 120 | .172 | 17.8 | 6 | 36 | 27 | 18 |
| 277 | .075 | 18 | |||||
| ELT50 | 120 | .287 | 30 | 12 | 50 | 37 | 25 |
| 277 | .108 | 30 | |||||
Mounting
Shipping weight:
- ELT16 - 12.8 lbs. (5.8 kgs.)
- ELT24 - 12.8 lbs. (5.8 kgs.)
- ELT36 - 17.3 lbs. (7.8 kgs.)
- ELT50 - 17.3 lbs. (7.8 kgs.)
- ELT50 - (large housing) 30.5 lbs. (13.8 kgs.)*
*For ELT50 (large housing) dimensions, reference spec sheet#: ELT125-180-275
Battery - Sealed Lead-acid (SLA)
| Model | Voltage | Typical shelf life1 | Typical life1 | Maintenance3 | Temperature range4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELT16 | 6 | 12 mos. | 4-5 yrs. | none | 60°-90°F |
| ELT24 | 6 | ||||
| ELT36 | 6 | ||||
| ELT50 | 12 |
Battery - Nickel-Cadmium
| Model | Voltage | Typical shelf life1 | Typical life1 | Maintenance3 | Temperature range4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELT16 | 6 | 3 yrs. | 6-8 yrs. | none | 32°-100°F |
| ELT24 | 6 | ||||
| ELT50 | 12 |
Notes:
- Watts calculated to 87.5% of nominal voltage.
- Values at 77°F (25°C).
- All life safety equipment, including emergency lighting for path of egress, must be maintained, serviced, and tested in accordance with all National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and local codes. Failure to perform required maintenance, service, or testing could jeopardize occupant safety and will void all warranties.
- Temperature range where the unit will provide rated capacity for 90 minutes. Higher and lower temperatures affect life and capacity.
Diagram Description
The mounting diagram illustrates the physical dimensions and installation points of the ELT series emergency lighting units. It includes views showing the housing, lamp heads, and mounting bracket. Key dimensions provided are:
- Overall length: 7-7/8 inches (20.0 cm)
- Overall height: 4-3/4 inches (12.1 cm)
- Overall depth: 5-3/4 inches (14.6 cm)
The diagram also indicates the placement and size of mounting holes on the housing back.
