Satco 65-911 Dual T8 Lamp Ready 3ft Strip Light Channel — 30W — 120–347V — White

The Satco 65-911 is a commercial 3ft Dual T8 Lamp Ready Fixture Channel engineered as an economical solution for upgrading traditional fluorescent strip lighting to energy-efficient LED technology. Rated up to 30W across 120–347V electrical systems with lamp-dependent dimming, this empty body steel strip light comes equipped with pre-wired G13 medium bi-pin tombstone sockets for two T8 LED tubes (lamps sold separately). Built with a UL / cETLus Listed indoor damp location rating and a traditional 36.46" L × 4.65" W × 3.01" H footprint that eliminates ceiling patching during retrofits, it features multiple side and back wiring knockouts for standalone or continuous tandem row installations.

Key Features

• Lamp Configuration: Dual (2-lamp) 3ft T8 empty body fixture channel rated up to 30W (LED T8 lamps not included)
• Pre-Wired G13 Sockets: Factory-installed, pre-wired ANSI G13 medium bi-pin T8 tombstone lamp holders speed up installation
• Retrofit Footprint: Traditional 4.65" wide channel profile covers existing ceiling footprints to eliminate patching and drywall repairs
• Tandem Knockouts: Multiple wiring knockouts located on the side and back panels support continuous tandem row installations
• Compatible T8 LED Lamps: Pairs with Satco 3ft 12W single/double-ended bypass T8 tubes (1,400–1,450 lm per lamp) or 11W Type C T8 tubes (1,600 lm per lamp) across 3000K–5000K (sold separately)
• Dimming: Lamp-dependent dimming operation based on the installed T8 LED tubes
• Voltage: Universal 120–347V AC, 50/60Hz electrical rating (0.075–0.026A operating current)
• Location Rating: UL / cETLus Listed for indoor damp locations
• Certifications: UL Listed, cETLus Listed, California Title 20 Exempt (Lawful for sale in California)
• Rated Life: 50,000 hours when paired with recommended Satco T8 LED lamps
• Warranty: 1-year limited warranty — Satco
• Form Factor & Design: Rugged steel channel housing finished in white for surface, suspended, or tandem row mounting

Performance & Light Output

As a 30W max dual T8 lamp-ready fixture channel, total lumen output, system wattage, efficacy, and color temperature depend on the two 3ft G13-base T8 LED tubes installed by the user (lamps sold separately). When paired with recommended Satco 3ft T8 LED lamps, the fixture supports 12W single- and double-ended line-voltage bypass tubes (delivering 1,400 to 1,450 lumens per lamp across 3000K, 3500K, 4000K, and 5000K) or 11W LED Type C driver-driven lamps (delivering 1,600 lumens per lamp across 3000K, 3500K, 4000K, and 5000K).

Recommended Satco T8 LED lamps are rated for 50,000 hours of commercial operation.

Form Factor & Design Profile

Engineered with a traditional 4.65-inch wide utility strip footprint, the 65-911 covers the unpainted ceiling marks left behind by legacy fluorescent channels, eliminating costly drywall patching and repainting during commercial retrofits. Multiple wiring knockouts positioned on both the side and back panels allow electricians to link fixtures end-to-end for seamless tandem row runs.

Electrical

Pre-wired with ANSI G13 medium bi-pin T8 tombstone sockets rated for 120–347V AC operation at 50/60Hz with a 30W maximum wattage rating and an operating current range of 0.075A to 0.026A. Dimming capability, power factor, and ballast/driver operation are lamp-dependent based on the specific T8 LED tubes wired into the channel.

Construction

Durability & Impact Protection: Rugged formed steel channel housing engineered for long-term structural durability in commercial, gymnasium, and industrial environments. Engineered to accept an optional 3ft Add-On Reflector (65-914) and 3ft Cambered Protective Cage (65-917) for high-impact areas (sold separately; protective cage requires reflector for attachment).

Ingress Protection: Certified for indoor damp location environments.

Finish: Clean white finish formulated for corrosion resistance and high reflectivity.

Dimensions & Weight: 36.46" L × 4.65" W × 3.01" H.

Installation & Mounting

Standard Mounting: Engineered for direct surface ceiling or wall mounting over existing junction boxes or conduit runs using rear and side knockouts.

Continuous Run Mounting: Multiple side and back panel knockouts enable end-to-end tandem installations across long linear runs.

Accessories (Sold Separately):

• Add-On Reflector: 65-914 (3' Add-On Reflector)
• Protective Wire Guard: 65-917 (3' Cambered Protective Cage — requires 65-914 Reflector for attachment)
• Suspension Hardware: 65-919 (3' Empty Body Suspension Kit for 2', 3', and 4' Fixtures)
• Recommended 3ft T8 LED Lamps: Satco S39926–S39929 (12W SE/DE Bypass), S11984–S11987 (12W Bypass Buy American Compliant), or S11934–S11937 (11W Type C)

Certifications & Rebates

• UL / cETLus Listed: Certified for indoor damp locations per commercial electrical safety standards.
• California Compliance: California Title 20 Exempt and lawful for sale in California.
• Warranty: Backed by Satco's 1-year limited warranty.

Typical Applications

• Warehouses & Storage Aisles — Rugged steel construction, 120–347V compatibility, and multiple tandem knockouts support continuous linear rows across racking areas.
• Gymnasiums & Recreational Facilities — Compatible with optional add-on reflectors and cambered protective cages (sold separately) to shield T8 tubes from physical impact.
• Retail & Commercial Supermarkets — Traditional 4.65-inch wide footprint covers legacy fixture marks to streamline ceiling retrofits without repainting or patching.
• Task & Workbench Lighting — Mid-sized 3ft dual-lamp channel with pre-wired G13 tombstone sockets delivers targeted illumination over workbenches and service counters.
• General Commercial Utility Spaces — Indoor damp location rating and surface/suspended mounting flexibility adapt to mechanical rooms, corridors, and back-of-house zones.

What's Included

• Satco 65-911 3ft Dual T8 Lamp Ready Fixture Channel — White (Lamps Not Included)
• Pre-wired G13 medium bi-pin T8 tombstone sockets
• Installation and safety instructions