Dayton
Dayton 26WA85 Photocontrol 1800W Gray
Dusk-to-dawn photocontrol switches up to 1,800 W incandescent loads at 120 V AC with a raintight polycarbonate housing
- Turns lights on at dusk with 10.0 to 20.0 foot-candle sensitivity
- Switches off at dawn between 30 and 60 foot-candles
- Handles 1,800 W incandescent loads at 15 A
- Operates from -40 to 158 °F in raintight polycarbonate housing
- UL Listed SPST contact with turn-lock mounting for secure installation
Purpose and Audience
The Dayton 26WA85 photocontrol automatically switches lighting circuits at dusk and dawn for outdoor installations. It suits facility managers and electricians who need reliable dusk-to-dawn operation on 120 V AC supplies.
Capacity and Headroom
The unit handles up to 1,800 W incandescent load at 15 A and ballast loads up to 8.3 A. It turns on between 10.0 and 20.0 foot-candles and off between 30 and 60 foot-candles, so very low ambient light may delay activation.
Build Integration
A turn-lock mounting base and raintight polycarbonate enclosure rated from -40 °F to 158 °F allow direct outdoor fixture attachment. The SPST contact form requires only line and load wiring, freeing the installer from separate timer or relay modules.
Highlights
- Turns lights on at dusk with 10.0 to 20.0 foot-candle sensitivity
- Switches off at dawn between 30 and 60 foot-candles
- Handles 1,800 W incandescent loads at 15 A
- Operates from -40 to 158 °F in raintight polycarbonate housing
- UL Listed SPST contact with turn-lock mounting for secure installation
Specifications
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Questions about this item
Will the 120V AC turn-lock mounting fit my existing fixture base?
The unit uses a standard turn-lock base designed for 120V AC fixtures. Verify your fixture accepts this mounting style before installation.
How do I confirm the 1,800 W photocontrol is switching at the correct light levels?
The device activates between 10.0 and 20.0 foot-candles and turns off between 30 and 60 foot-candles. Observe operation at dusk and dawn to verify switching points.
Does the gray polycarbonate housing include wiring connectors or must I supply them?
The product ships as the photocontrol unit only. Wiring connectors, conduit fittings and mounting hardware are not included and must be sourced separately.
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