DDA Series 3-inch LED ICAT Light Engine
The DDA3 is a 3” downlight in NICOR’s Paragon series of specification grade downlights. The DDA3 offers downlight and wall wash reflector options to fit any residential or architectural installation. Spot, narrow, medium, and wide optics are field interchangeable to customize any space. The DDA3 lin…
The DDA3 is a 3” downlight in NICOR’s Paragon series of specification grade downlights. The DDA3 offers downlight and wall wash reflector options to fit any residential or architectural installation. Spot, narrow, medium, and wide optics are field interchangeable to customize any space. The DDA3 line features Tri dimming on every fixture, allowing the luminaires to interface with TRIAC, ELV, and 0-10V dimmers down to 1% dimming (with select dimmers). The DDA3 light engines come in 15W and 21W packages, with color temperatures ranging from 2700K to 5000K at 80 or 90CRI. The dim-to-warm option provides 3000K full illumination, dimming down to a very warm 1800K at 90CRI. A plaster frame option is available for new construction applications.
- High-performance LED engine (15W / 21W) with up to ~2200 lumens output
- Available in 2700K–5000K with 80 or 90 CRI, including dim-to-warm option
- Rated for 50,000-hour life (L70) with consistent color control
- Extruded and stamped aluminum design for efficient thermal management
- Compatible with DDA3 housings and trims for modular system integration
Color Options:
Ordering information
Accessories
- DDA3TR2LQBKBKG
- DDA3TR2LQWHWHBF
- DDA3TR2LRWHWHGBF
- DDA3TR2WRWHWH
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Specifications
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Lifespan>50,000 -
Lumens1322
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Wattage15
Listings & certifications
- cETLus Intertek Listed
- Wet-Location (UL 1598)
- LM-79 and LM-80 testing performed in accordance with IESNA standards
Features
Construction
- Constructed from stamped galvanized steel and feature ICAT construction
- Light engine is built from extruded and stamped aluminum to effectively and efficiently cool the LEDs
- Attached J-box allows for easy installation in new construction applications
- Features stamped bar hangers to fit a range of joist spacings between 14.5“ and 25’’
- Junction box features four 0.5” knockouts and four non-metallic sheathed cable knockouts
- Junction boxes are rated for (6) 12AWG 90°C rated wires
- Comes standard with a 0.5" collar, with optional 1" and 1.5" collars for a variety of ceiling thicknesses
Optical System
- Features four standard optics: spot, narrow, medium, and wide distributions
- Ships with the wide (60° optic) standard
- Field interchangeable optics to customize any space
Electrical
- Available in lumen outputs ranging from 1200 to 2200 lumens
- Color temperature options include 2700K, 3000K, 3500K, 4000K, and 5000K at 80 or 90CRI
- The dim-to-warm option dims from 3000K to 1800K at 90CRI
- Color variation on the LED is selected within a 3-step MacAdam ellipse for consistency across fixtures
- High-efficiency drivers operate on 120-277VAC and feature Tri dimming
- 120VAC: TRIAC & ELV dimmers
- 120-277VAC: 0-10V dimmer systems (down to 1% with select dimmers)
- Class 2 drivers available in 15W and 21W packages with a power factor of >.90
Installations
- The DDA3’s design is focused on ease of installation
- Remodel or a new construction installation when utilizing the plaster frame accessory
- The trim friction fits onto the light engine with two wing springs
Full Listings
- Light engines are rated for 50,000 hours lifetime at L70
- Rated for direct contact with insulation and air-tight applications
- UL Listed for wet locations in covered ceilings only
- Photometric testing completed in accordance with IES LM-79
Warranty
- The NICOR Paragon family comes with our standard 5-year limited system warranty
