Description
The EPCO Illumination Control Fixture Whip (ICFW) is a pre-fabricated, UL-listed solution for lighting control in commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings across the U.S. Designed for 120/277 VAC systems, it integrates Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3 circuits in a single whip, providing a cost-effective alternative to expensive five-conductor MC cable or field-built wiring solutions.
The ICFW is easily installed in new construction or retrofit projects and works with LED or fluorescent luminaires, dimming ballasts, LED drivers, and digital controls to:
- Optimize lighting with independent room controllers for daylight harvesting and energy efficiency.
- Operate on timed schedules for personnel, warehouses, or commercial facilities.
- Control lighting via occupancy sensors for energy-efficient commercial and industrial applications.
BENEFITS
- UL Listed and Code Compliant – File Number E87199, meets 2026 NEC Articles and California Title 24 Lighting Controls, ensuring safe and reliable installations.
- Integrated Power & Control Circuits – Combines Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3 circuits in a single pre-fabricated fixture whip, eliminating the need for multiple field-installed cables.
- Labor-Saving Pre-Fabrication – Reduces installation time, on-site wiring errors, and contractor labor costs compared to field-built or MC cable solutions.
- Smart Building Compatible – Supports LED and fluorescent dimming systems, daylight harvesting, occupancy sensors, timed schedules, and wireless lighting controls.
- Flexible for Retrofit or New Construction – Ideal for upgrading existing commercial, industrial, or institutional buildings or for new construction projects.
- Optimized for Wireless Lighting Controls – Enables integration with relay modules, dimmable ballasts, and LED drivers.
- Cost-Effective Solution – Avoids the expense of five-conductor MC cable or homemade fixture whip assemblies.
- Easy and Reliable Installation – Familiar wiring process for electrical contractors, reducing errors and ensuring consistent performance.
FEATURES
- Supports 120/277 VAC Lighting Systems – Compatible with LED and fluorescent luminaires.
- Pre-Fabricated Design – Reduces installation time, on-site labor, and wiring errors.
- Integrated Control Circuits – Combines Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3 circuits in a single fixture whip.
- Smart Building Compatible – Works with daylight harvesting, occupancy sensors, timed schedules, and wireless lighting controls.
- UL and NEC Compliant – Meets UL standards and 2026 NEC requirements for combined power and control circuits.
- Flexible for Retrofit or New Construction – Ideal for commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings across the U.S.
- Reliable and Cost-Effective – Eliminates the need for five-conductor MC cable or on-site homemade solutions.
- Optimized for Wireless Relay Modules – Supports dimmable ballasts and LED drivers with wireless lighting controls.
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
- LED and Fluorescent Dimming Systems – Compatible with dimmable ballasts and LED drivers.
- Smart Building Lighting Controls – Integrates with network-based building automation systems across commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities.
- Daylight Harvesting Systems – Optimizes natural light to reduce energy consumption in offices, warehouses, and institutional buildings.
- Occupancy Sensor-Integrated Lighting – Automates lighting in commercial, industrial, and institutional spaces for efficiency.
- Retrofit Projects – Ideal for upgrading existing lighting systems to smart, energy-efficient controls.
- New Construction Installations – Supports LED and fluorescent luminaires in commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings across the U.S.
Part Numbers
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3-12 AWG Solid Wire: 6-FT - 1/2" Conduit
Catalog Number
EPW1263S-1/2-BGG-IC
UPC Number
84040
More Details
Item Description
Includes Die Cast Screw-In Connector; three (3) 12 AWG Solid Wires - Brown, Gray, and Green; two (2) Jacketed Control Wires - Purple and Pink
Order Unit
EA
Unit Quantity
1
Unit Package
BRL
Unit Per Case
100
Total Case Quantity
100
Min. Order Quantity
10
Ship Weight
292.00lbs.
MM Req.
Yes
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3-14 AWG Solid Wire: 6-FT - 1/2" Conduit
Catalog Number
EPW1463S-1/2-BGG-IC
UPC Number
84044
More Details
Item Description
Includes Die Cast Screw-In Connector; three (3) 14 AWG Solid Wires - Brown, Gray, and Green; two (2) Jacketed Control Wires - Purple and Pink
Order Unit
EA
Unit Quantity
1
Unit Package
BRL
Unit Per Case
100
Total Case Quantity
100
Min. Order Quantity
10
Ship Weight
282.00lbs.
MM Req.
Yes
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4-14 AWG Solid Wire: 6-FT - 1/2" Conduit
Catalog Number
EPW1464S-1/2-BOGG-IC
UPC Number
84048
More Details
Item Description
Includes Die Cast Screw-In Connector; four (4) 14 AWG Solid Wires - Brown, Orange, Gray, and Green; two (2) Jacketed Control Wires - Purple and Pink
Order Unit
EA
Unit Quantity
1
Unit Package
BRL
Unit Per Case
100
Total Case Quantity
100
Min. Order Quantity
10
Ship Weight
282.00lbs.
MM Req.
Yes
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3-16 AWG Solid Wire: 6-FT - 1/2" Conduit
Catalog Number
EPW1663S-1/2-BGG-IC
UPC Number
84052
More Details
Item Description
Includes Die Cast Screw-In Connector; three (3) 16 AWG Solid Wires - Brown, Gray, and Green; two (2) Jacketed Control Wires - Purple and Pink
Order Unit
EA
Unit Quantity
1
Unit Package
BRL
Unit Per Case
100
Total Case Quantity
100
Min. Order Quantity
10
Ship Weight
277.00lbs.
MM Req.
Yes
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4-16 AWG Solid Wire: 6-FT - 1/2" Conduit
Catalog Number
EPW1664S-1/2-BOGG-IC
UPC Number
84056
More Details
Item Description
Includes Die Cast Screw-In Connector; four (4) 16 AWG Solid Wires - Brown, Orange, Gray, and Green; two (2) Jacketed Control Wires - Purple and Pink
Order Unit
EA
Unit Quantity
1
Unit Package
BRL
Unit Per Case
100
Total Case Quantity
100
Min. Order Quantity
10
Ship Weight
272.00lbs.
MM Req.
Yes
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3-18 AWG Solid Wire: 6-FT - 1/2" Conduit
Catalog Number
EPW1863S-1/2-BGG-IC
UPC Number
84060
More Details
Item Description
Includes Die Cast Screw-In Connector; three (3) 18 AWG Solid Wires - Brown, Gray, and Green; two (2) Jacketed Control Wires - Purple and Pink
Order Unit
EA
Unit Quantity
1
Unit Package
BRL
Unit Per Case
100
Total Case Quantity
100
Min. Order Quantity
10
Ship Weight
270.00lbs.
MM Req.
Yes
Image
4-18 AWG Solid Wire: 6-FT - 1/2" Conduit
Catalog Number
EPW1864S-1/2-BOGG-IC
UPC Number
84064
More Details
Item Description
Includes Die Cast Screw-In Connector; four (4) 18 AWG Solid Wires - Brown, Orange, Gray, and Green; two (2) Jacketed Control Wires - Purple and Pink
Order Unit
EA
Unit Quantity
1
Unit Package
BRL
Unit Per Case
100
Total Case Quantity
100
Min. Order Quantity
10
Ship Weight
277.00lbs.
MM Req.
Yes
Cost Savings
| Item Description | Contractor Cost | 1 Whip | Extended Cost |
| 12 AWG MC - 5 Wire | $1100/M | 7.5' per Whip | $8.25 |
| 12 AWG MC - 5 Wire | Scrap | 0.33' per Whip | $0.36 |
| MC Connectors | $0.50 Each | 2 Connectors/Whip | $1.00 |
| Labor/Hour | #30/Hour | 5 Whips/Hour | $6.00 |
| Total Cost to Build Each ICFW | $15.60 | ||
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Question
What is the EPCO Illumination Control Fixture Whip (ICFW) used for?
Answer
The ICFW is a pre-fabricated solution for illumination and lighting control, designed for LED and fluorescent systems in commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings across the U.S. It supports daylight harvesting, occupancy sensors, timed schedules, and wireless lighting controls.
Question
What voltage systems does this fixture whip support?
Answer
The ICFW is compatible with 120/277 VAC lighting systems.
Question
Is this product UL and NEC compliant?
Answer
Yes. The ICFW is UL Listed (File #E87199) and meets 2026 NEC Articles 300.3(C)(1), 725.136(I)(1), 725.139(A-D)(1), and California Title 24 Lighting Controls requirements.
Question
Can it combine multiple circuits in the same whip?
Answer
Yes. The ICFW supports Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3 circuits within a single fixture whip, allowing combined power and control wiring in one pre-fabricated assembly.
Question
How does the ICFW differ from EPCO’s standard fixture whip?
Answer
The standard whip connects only line voltage conductors (Class 1). The ICFW includes low-voltage conductors for dimmable ballasts, LED drivers, and wireless lighting controls, enabling a single pre-fabricated whip for smart building applications.
Question
Can the ICFW be used for retrofit projects?
Answer
The pre-fabricated design reduces labor, installation errors, and on-site wiring complexity, providing a cost-effective, reliable solution for contractors and facility managers.
Question
Are custom options available?
Answer
Yes. EPCO can provide custom lengths, wire gauges, and connector configurations to meet project-specific requirements.
Question
Do wireless lighting controls require a special fixture whip, and if so, why?
Answer
- Wireless Lighting Controls use Relay Modules that can be attached to the outside of an electrical junction box with a nipple.
- The connection(s) of the low voltage conductors from the dimmable ballast or LED driver are intended to go through the Junction Box, and through the nipple and into the Lighting Control Relay Module to receive controller commands.
- When the Electrical Contractor wants to use a single pre-fabricated Fixture Whip to control a luminaire with control features.
