2" Iolite LED Dedicated IC Airtight New Construction Housing, 20W, 120/277V input; Triac/ELV/0-10V dimming | Nora NHIOICD-215

Nora 2" Iolite LED Dedicated IC Airtight New Construction Housing, 20W, 120/277V input; Triac / ELV / 0-10V dimming is the hidden foundation of a great recessed light.

Sized for a 2" opening. It is the part your electrician installs first, and it decides which trims you can use.

Specs & Downloads

Exact measurements and full technical details are in the spec sheet: Spec sheet · Install guide · Watch the video

Before You Order

This is the can above the ceiling; the trim is chosen separately. Trims that fit: NIO-2EXTC2, NIO-FMMR-2R, NIO-FMMR-2S.

Optional extras: NEPK-07LEDUNV.

Why You'll Love It

• It dims on Phase (Triac or ELV) or 0-10V dimmers for an evening setting.
• IC rated, so it can sit directly in attic insulation.
• 3 Nora trims and retrofits fit it, so you can change the look later without opening the ceiling.
• cULus listed for damp locations.

Product Details

Not the Right Fit If…

Skip it for anyone who wants a finished light in one box: the trim is sold separately; or inside a shower or anywhere water hits the fixture directly (damp rated, not wet rated).

Questions We Hear Most

Is the trim included?

No. This is the housing (the can) that is installed above the ceiling. The trim you see from the room is chosen separately, so you can pick the look, beam and finish. Trims that fit include NIO-2EXTC2, NIO-FMMR-2R and NIO-FMMR-2S.

Can I install it in a finished ceiling?

This one is meant for new construction or open ceilings, because it attaches to the joists. For a finished ceiling, choose a Nora remodel housing or a can-less downlight.

Can insulation touch this housing?

Yes. It is IC rated, so insulation can be in direct contact with it, and it is air-tight to cut drafts and energy loss.

Can I dim it?

Yes. It works with Phase (Triac or ELV) or 0-10V dimmers. Choose an LED-rated dimmer to avoid flicker (our advice).

Is it okay for a bathroom?

Yes for general bathroom lighting, since it is damp-rated, but not inside a shower where water hits it directly.

How quickly will it ship?

In-stock options typically leave the warehouse within 2–3 business days, and shipping is free on orders over $100. Options Nora is restocking can still be ordered; they ship as soon as Nora replenishes them.

Why We Love It

Nora makes the unglamorous parts of lighting right, so the finished ceiling looks clean and the install goes smoothly. We match our stock to Nora’s own inventory, and every option on this page can be ordered.

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