Eaton FT232 Marine Interior Light - NEC/CEC Certified
Part Number: FT232
Quick Summary
FT232 marine interior light delivers durable, energy-efficient fluorescence for vessel interiors. Engineers and procurement teams often struggle with mounting fit, maintenance access, and long installation times in crowded ship spaces. This fixture is designed to handle ordinary/non-hazardous locations and meets NEC/CEC standards, helping ensure regulatory compliance across fleets. With a 2-lamp 32W design and a universal 120–277 VAC, 50/60 Hz input, it supports global installations without stockouts. Constructed from copper-free aluminum with an acrylic lens, it resists marine corrosion while simplifying servicing and replacement. Utilizing this Pauluhn Meridian FT interior luminaire can reduce energy costs and spare parts while delivering consistent illumination in crew quarters, galleys, and corridors.
Product Information
Extended Description
FT232 Eaton: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Pauluhn Meridian FT marine interior, 50/60 Hz, 2 ft x 4 ft, Acrylic lens, T8, Copper-free aluminum, Recessed ceiling mount, 2-lamp, 120-277 Vac, 32W
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Pauluhn Meridian FT marine interior
Catalog Number
FT232
UPC
662276397859
Product Length/Depth
48.13 in
Product Height
5.19 in
Product Width
23.88 in
Product Weight
19.5 lb
Area classification
Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations
Standards type
NEC/CEC
Lamp length
2 x 4 ft
Light type
T8
Number of lamps
2-lamp
Wattage
32W
Voltage rating
120-277 Vac
Frequency rating
50/60 Hz
Mounting Method
Recessed ceiling
Material
Copper-free aluminum
Lens material
Acrylic
Eaton Crouse-Hinds FT232 3D drawing
Crouse-Hinds series Pauluhn FT Marine Interior Low Profile Surface Lights catalog page
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Eaton Specification Sheet - FT232
Feature: Global electrical compatibility and efficient performance. Business Impact: Reduces inventory complexity and enables cross-region deployments, lowering procurement and logistics costs. Application: Suitable for vessels operating at 120–277 VAC with 50/60 Hz systems, including mixed-fleet shipboard installations. Feature: Copper-free aluminum housing with acrylic lens. Business Impact: Improves corrosion resistance in humid marine environments, extending fixture life and reducing maintenance downtime. Application: Interior shipboard zones such as crew areas and corridors where exposure to moisture is routine. Feature: Recessed ceiling mounting with 2-lamp 32W configuration. Business Impact: Streamlines installation, minimizes glare, and preserves ceiling aesthetics while delivering uniform illumination. Application: Tight ceiling coffers or overhead compartments in cabins, galleys, and passageways. Feature: 2-lamp, T8 fluorescent technology. Business Impact: Delivers dependable performance with familiar light quality and easy ballast compatibility, supporting steady operation across voyages. Application: Standardized retrofit and new-build lighting programs within industrial marine interiors. Feature: NEC/CEC compliance and Ordinary/Non-Hazardous locations rating. Business Impact: Reduces regulatory risk and simplifies approval processes for marine equipment on commercial vessels. Application: Shipboard interior lighting programs requiring compliance across jurisdictions. Feature: Comprehensive documentation availability (CAD drawings, catalogs, installation sheets, datasheet). Business Impact: Accelerates design reviews and onboarding, lowering project timelines. Application: Procurement engineering and on-site installation planning in marine projects.
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FAQs
FT232 supports a universal 120–277 VAC supply and a 50/60 Hz frequency, with a recessed ceiling mounting method designed for marine interiors. The fixture features a 2-lamp, 32W T8 configuration across a 2x4 ft footprint, simplifying integration with existing shipboard electrical systems and ceiling grids.
Key specs include 2 lamps, 32W total power, 2x4 ft lamp length, 120–277 VAC, 50/60 Hz, acrylic lens, copper-free aluminum housing, and a recessed ceiling mount. It’s designed for Ordinary/Non-Hazardous locations with NEC/CEC standards compliance, suitable for shipboard interiors such as cabins and corridors.
Yes. FT232 uses copper-free aluminum for the housing and an acrylic lens, offering robust corrosion resistance in humid, salt-laden air typical of marine interiors. The recessed ceiling installation minimizes exposure to abrasive cleaning and ensures long-term reliability in cabins, galleys, and passageways.
Eaton provides multiple resources: 3D CAD drawings, catalog pages for Pauluhn Meridian FT Marine Interior, installation instruction sheets, and the official specification sheet. These assets streamline design reviews, permit fast quoting, and support accurate field installations.
FT232 delivers predictable energy use with 32W per fixture, a flexible voltage range for global fleets, and NEC/CEC compliance for regulatory peace of mind. Its durable copper-free aluminum construction reduces maintenance costs, while available documentation accelerates procurement and on-site commissioning, improving total lifecycle efficiency.