Lighting, Light Fixtures, Ceiling and Exhaust Fans - Recessed lights - heat concerns with ceiling panels.

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mjolson
09-19-06, 01:53 PM
I'm installing 6" Halo IC rated recessed lights in a drop ceiling which has vinyl covered fiberglass panels.

I noticed on the Armstrong website a note that any incandescent light, even in a hi-hat, is too hot for these kind of tiles. It's the only time I've seen this mentioned.

I'm using an open trim, so I can have the cutout larger than the can by about 3/8". I really can't imagine this would be a problem, but now I'm worried. Anyone have any experience with these kind of panels?

jwhite
09-20-06, 04:38 PM
I am gonna guess that the people at Armstrong did not put that information up on the site because they are trying to discourage people from buying thier product.
glandix
10-24-06, 09:18 PM
I noticed on the Armstrong website a note that any incandescent light, even in a hi-hat, is too hot for these kind of tiles. It's the only time I've seen this mentioned.

what about CFLs? they generate a LOT less heat than incandescents

lectriclee
10-25-06, 08:09 PM
Thats a question for Armstrong Tech support.