Nora Lighting NHIOICD-215LE4/EM2 2" Iolite LED Dedicated IC Airtight New Construction Housing w/ EM Driver, 23W, 120/277V input; Triac / ELV / 0-10V dimming

Product Overview

The Nora Lighting NHIOICD-215LE4/EM2 is a 2‑inch Iolite dedicated LED new‑construction housing rated IC‑Airtight for direct contact with ceiling insulation. It delivers 23 W on 120/277V circuits and includes an emergency (EM) driver.

Designed for professional new‑construction installations, the housing supports multiple dimming methods (Triac/ELV and 0‑10V) and is intended for general and accent recessed lighting where IC contact is required.

Key Features

• IC‑Airtight rating — approved to sit in direct contact with ceiling insulation
• New‑construction housing — installs before ceiling finish
• 23 W input on 120/277 V multi‑volt supply
• Includes EM driver (emergency) — model designation includes "/EM2"
• Dimming compatible — Triac / ELV and 0‑10V control supported

What this housing does

The NHIOICD-215LE4/EM2 is a dedicated 2" Iolite recessed housing made for new‑construction installations. It houses a 23 W LED module and includes an emergency (EM) driver option indicated by the "/EM2" suffix. The IC‑Airtight rating permits direct contact with ceiling insulation without added clearances.

• Dedicated LED housing for 2" aperture fixtures
• Includes emergency driver functionality
• IC‑Airtight for insulation contact

Electrical requirements and dimming compatibility

This model is multi‑volt and operates on 120/277 V inputs at a 23 W rating. It supports common dimming methods used in commercial and residential projects.

• Input voltage: 120/277 V
• Rated wattage: 23 W
• Dimming: Triac / ELV and 0‑10V compatible (pair with a 0‑10V control rated for the load)

Installation type and mounting

The NHIOICD-215LE4/EM2 is built for new‑construction mounting and is installed prior to the ceiling finish. The IC‑rated housing allows it to be positioned in ceilings where it will come into direct contact with insulation.

• Construction type: New Construction
• Mount before ceiling finish
• IC‑Airtight housing for direct insulation contact

Typical applications

Specify this housing for small‑aperture recessed lighting tasks in both residential and commercial settings where compact dedicated LED housings are required and where contact with insulation is expected.

• New‑construction residential ceilings
• Commercial ceilings on 277 V circuits
• General and accent recessed lighting in IC‑rated installations

Key specifications

Use the following facts for specification sheets and project submittals.

• Brand: Nora Lighting
• Model / SKU: NHIOICD-215LE4/EM2
• Series: NHIOICD-215
• Aperture size: 2 in
• Wattage: 23 W
• Voltage: 120/277 V
• Dimming types: Triac / ELV and 0‑10V
• Housing rating: IC‑Airtight
• Construction: New Construction

Before You Order

Confirm the exact model number (NHIOICD-215LE4/EM2) and the quantity required before ordering. Verify compatibility with your chosen 0‑10V control gear and emergency system requirements for the project.

• Confirm 120/277 V supply and 23 W load for dimmer/controller selection
• Pair with a 0‑10V control rated for the fixture load when using 0‑10V dimming
• Specify new‑construction mounting and IC‑Airtight requirement in project documents

Ordering from Lumera Electric

Check the purchasing options shown on the Lumera Electric product page for Nora Lighting NHIOICD-215LE4/EM2 2" Iolite LED Dedicated IC Airtight New Construction Housing w/ EM Driver, 23W, 120/277V input; Triac / ELV / 0-10V dimming. For project quantities or additional ordering requirements, use Request a Quote and provide the required quantity.