
EL518ICA 5 Inch Sloped Ceiling IC Airtight New Construction Housing
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EL518ICA 5 Inch Sloped Ceiling IC Airtight New Construction Housing

ELCO Slant allows for installation in sloped ceilings ranging from 2/12 (10°) to 6/12 (26.5°). Can be used in insulated ceilings. Fits in 2″ x 8″ joist construction.
Features
- Airtight Slope IC New Construction Housing.
- Single-wall aluminum construction for use in insulated ceilings.
- Designed for use in 2/12 to 6/12 sloped ceilings.
- Thermal Protector guards against improper lamping.
- Lamps: Medium Base Incandescent, CFL, or LED.
- UL is Listed for damp location and for feed through.
Specifications
| Wattage | 75W |
| Voltage | 120V |
| Lamp Type | Medium Base (E26) |
| Wet Location | Listed with Wet Location Trim |
| Damp Location | Listed |
Technical Details
Construction:
- IC Rated for Direct Contact with Insulation.
- Designed for use in 2/12 to 6/12 sloped ceilings.
- Housing adjusts in the frame to accommodate up to 1 1/4” ceiling thickness.
- Aluminum housing for greater heat dissipation. Stamped galvanized steel frame.
Installation: Designed for ceiling plenums where 2×8 joists or taller ones are used. High-strength hanger bars can easily be nailed to joists. A template for hole cutout is provided with each housing. Suitable for T-grid and drop ceiling applications. See the installation sheet for detailed information.
Junction Box: Positioned to accommodate straight conduit runs. Seven 1/2” trade-size conduit knockouts and four pry-out knockout slots for easy Romex installation.
Hanger Bars: Pre-installed hanger bars with True Nail are easy installation in regular lumber, engineered lumber, and Laminated Beams. Integral T-bar slots for easy installation in T-Bars. Spans up to 24″ and can be repositioned 90°. Score lines allow for tool-free hanger bar size reduction. Integral leveling flange allows for single-person installation while aligning the housings with the joists.
Electrical:
- Rated for 120V or 277V input.
- For 277V step down to 120V housing consult factory.
Trims: Compatible with ELCO 5″ Line Voltage Slope PAR trims.
Lamp: Designed for use with Medium Base (E26) PAR lamps up to 75W.
Listings:
- UL is Listed for a Damp Location.
- UL is Listed for Direct Contact with Insulation and Combustible Material.
- UL is Listed for Feed Through.
- AirTight: Per ASTM E-283.
Dimensions

Product Number
| Item | Lamp type | Watts | Voltage |
| EL518ICA | Medium Base (E26) | 75W | 120V |
Project name:………………
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