Dayton
Dayton 26WA84 Photocontrol 1800W 120V Black/Gray
Automatically switches lighting at dusk and dawn, handling up to 1,800 W at 120 V with a raintight polycarbonate housing
- Automatic dusk-to-dawn lighting with SPST contact form
- Handles 1,800 W incandescent loads at 120 V AC
- Raintight polycarbonate enclosure rated -40 °F to 158 °F
- UL Listed for code-compliant installations
- 3/8 in male pipe thread mount with gasket included
Purpose and user
The Dayton 26WA84 is a dusk-to-dawn photocontrol that switches lighting circuits automatically at preset ambient levels. It serves electricians and facility managers who need reliable outdoor or industrial lighting control without manual timers.
Installation context
The unit mounts via a 3/8 inch male pipe thread and includes a gasket and wall plate for a raintight enclosure. Its SPST contact form handles up to 1800 watts at 120 volts AC, freeing the installer from separate weatherproof boxes or additional relays for typical incandescent or ballast loads.
Sustained operation
Rated for a temperature range of -40 to 158 degrees F, the polycarbonate housing maintains switching performance through seasonal extremes. The control turns on between 10.0 and 20.0 foot candles and off between 30 and 60 foot candles, providing consistent daily cycling without drift during prolonged exposure.
Highlights
- Automatic dusk-to-dawn lighting with SPST contact form
- Handles 1,800 W incandescent loads at 120 V AC
- Raintight polycarbonate enclosure rated -40 °F to 158 °F
- UL Listed for code-compliant installations
- 3/8 in male pipe thread mount with gasket included
Specifications
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Questions about this item
What is the maximum incandescent load the 26WA84 can switch without overheating?
The unit is rated for 1,800 W and 15 A of incandescent current at 120 V AC.
How hot does the enclosure get during continuous dusk-to-dawn operation?
The housing is rated for an ambient range of -40 °F to 158 °F and uses a polycarbonate body that dissipates heat passively.
Does the photocontrol come with the threaded nipple and gasket needed to mount it on a junction box?
Yes, the package includes a 3/8 in male pipe-threaded nipple and a gasket for a raintight seal.
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