Overview
The Appleton VC-50 is a convertible vaportight fixture mounting hood engineered for ceiling-mount installations. Built for use with V-51 Series incandescent luminaires, this 1/2-inch unilet combines durable malleable iron construction with superior corrosion protection via zinc electroplate, chromate, and epoxy powder coat finish. The VC-50 delivers reliable protection for wiring in demanding industrial, commercial, and hazardous duty environments.
Key Features
- 1/2 inch hub size with malleable iron construction for impact resistance
- NEMA 3R enclosure rating provides outdoor and corrosive environment protection
- Zinc electroplate, chromate, and epoxy powder coat triple-layer finish prevents corrosion
- Supports 60–300 watt medium incandescent lamp fixtures
- Feed-thru mounting design simplifies ceiling installation
- UL and CSA certified for Class I, Division 2, Groups A–D and Class II/III hazardous locations
Technical Specifications
- Part Number: VC-50
- Manufacturer: Appleton
- Hub Size: 1/2 inch
- Material: Malleable Iron (ASTM A47-77 Gr 32510)
- Finish: Zinc Electroplated, Chromate, Epoxy Powder Coated
- Fixture Wattage Range: 60–300 watts, medium incandescent
- Mounting Type: Ceiling mount
- Enclosure Rating: NEMA 3R
- Certifications: UL 1598, UL 844, UL E10444, CSA C22.2 No. 250, C22.2 No. 137
- Hazardous Location Rating: Class I Division 2 Groups A, B, C, D; Class II Divisions 1–2 Groups E, F, G; Class III
- UPC: 781381705653
Typical Applications
The Appleton VC-50 is suited for:
- Industrial lighting fixtures requiring sealed, feed-thru wiring protection
- Wet, damp, or corrosive indoor/outdoor environments (NEMA 3R rated)
- Class I, Division 2 hazardous locations (flammable gas or vapor)
- Class II and III hazardous locations (combustible dust and fibers)
- Ceiling-mount fixture assemblies in manufacturing, petrochemical, and utility facilities
- Commercial buildings requiring reliable overhead lighting connections
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- V-51 Series convertible vaportight incandescent luminaires
- 60–300 watt medium base incandescent lamps
- Standard 1/2 inch conduit systems
- NEC Class I, Division 2 wiring assemblies
- CSA hazardous location rated electrical systems
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
Verify exact replacement compatibility with your system integrator or electrical engineer before ordering. The VC-50 is designed as a fixture mounting hood for V-51 series installations and should not be assumed as a direct replacement for other Appleton hood models without verification of connection type and wattage requirements.
Works With
- Appleton V-51 Series incandescent luminaires
- Standard electrical feed-thru wiring methods
- UL 1598 / UL 844 compliant fixture assemblies
- CSA-certified hazardous location lighting systems
