Both the alberta and bc building code section 3 2 7 2 stipulate that ic rated fixtures are only to be use in insulated ceilings.
Ic rated can lights insulation.
You may also see the words air tight if so you can seal it to prevent air from passing between the house and.
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Insulation contact ic rated recessed light is one which can be used in a ceiling that is insulated without running the risk of overheating.
Ic rated cans usually labeled as ic rated or simply ic are appropriate for attic installations and anywhere else you plan to have insulation touching the can s housing.
Simply find the tag on the housing unit to see if it says type ic or non ic.
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The ic rated lights are usually rated for a maximum of 100 watts.
If you re lighting is ic rated you are good to go.
But here s another solution which you can do yourself.
The electrician will be able to determine if the lighting you have is ic rated if it s too close to the insulation and if you need new lighting installed.
To address the issue of air leakage and insulation contact enclosures can be purchased or constructed to cover existing non ic rated recessed can lights.
Non ic cans almost always labeled non ic must have an air gap 3 or more between the can and the insulation meaning you ll have to cut the.
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You can also check yourself.
An ic rated fixture shall be permitted to be in contact with combustible material or blanketed with thermal insulation according to the canadian electrical code section 30 906.
Notice that i said regular insulation such as fiberglass or cellulose insulation not spray foam insulation.
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Ic or in contact recessed can lights are designed to be installed with regular insulation installed directly beside or on top of them.
The covers are made of fire rated materials such as 5 8 inch fire code gypsum wallboard or fsk foil scrim kraft material.
Spray foam insulation is an air seal and works a lot better than regular insulation does.
You could hire an electrician to replace each fixture with a sealed one rated for insulation contact ic.
Usually ic rated recessed lights are rated for 75 watts.
Go to a home center and buy a fire rated recessed light cover like the ones made by tenmat for every fixture.
