ELCO EL490RICA 4" IC Airtight Remodel Dedicated LED Housing
Part Number: EL490RICA
The ELCO EL490RICA is a 4" remodel, dedicated LED recessed housing built for energy-efficient upgrades in residential and light commercial spaces.
Designed for retrofit/remodel installations, it supports ELCO 4" LED inserts, LED modules, or the PSA37 adapter with MR16 trims (sold separately).
With IC Airtight construction, it is approved for direct contact with insulation and helps reduce air leakage for improved performance and comfort.
Key Specifications
Wattage: 14W
Voltage: 120V Line Voltage
Housing Type: IC Airtight Remodel Housing
Size: 4" Recessed Housing
Features
- IC Airtight construction for direct contact with insulation
- Compatible with 4" LED inserts, LED modules, or PSA37 with MR16 trims (sold separately)
- UL Listed for damp locations; UL Listed for wet locations with select trims
- UL Listed for feed-through and direct contact with insulation and combustible material
- Airtight per ASTM E-283 to help reduce air leakage
- CA JA8 Title 24 compliant when used with a JA8-2016-E compliant lamp or luminaire
- Energy Star Certified for improved energy efficiency
- Steel construction for durability and better heat dissipation
Dimensions
Length: 9 1/2"
Width: 4 3/4"
Height: 5 1/2"
Why Choose This Housing?
- Ideal for remodel projects requiring an airtight, IC-rated 4" housing
- Works with multiple ELCO LED options: inserts, modules, or MR16 trims with PSA37
- Supports California Title 24 / JA8 compliance when paired with the correct lamp/luminaire
- Energy Star Certified to help reduce energy costs
- Trusted ELCO quality for residential and light commercial installations
FAQ
Q: Is the EL490RICA IC rated?
A: Yes. It is IC-rated for direct contact with insulation and UL Listed for direct contact with combustible materials.
Q: Is this housing airtight?
A: Yes. It is airtight per ASTM E-283 when installed correctly, helping reduce air leakage through the ceiling.
Q: Which trims and lamps can I use?
A: Use 4" LED inserts, LED modules, or PSA37 with 4" MR16 trims (all sold separately). For California Title 24 compliance, use a JA8-2016-E compliant lamp/luminaire.
Q: Is it suitable for wet locations?
A: It is UL Listed for damp locations and can be UL Listed for wet locations when paired with select wet-rated trims.
