PL5005 – Contractor Direct Lighting LED Backlit Panel Light

Architectural Recessed LED Panel Light for Offices, Schools, Showrooms, Airports, Retail Spaces, and Healthcare Facilities

Product Overview

The PL5005 – Contractor Direct Lighting LED Backlit Panel Light is a high-performance architectural recessed luminaire designed to deliver uniform, glare-free illumination for modern commercial interiors. Built for offices, schools, showrooms, airports, retail spaces, and healthcare facilities, this Contractor Direct Lighting LED panel light features a backlit design, clean recessed profile, and flexible lighting controls for a wide range of interior applications.

This Contractor Direct Lighting LED Backlit Panel Light is available in 2x2 and 2x4 configurations and offers selectable wattage, five selectable color temperatures, 0–10V dimming, and 120–277V input voltage. The PB03A Series specification sheet states that the fixture provides high luminous efficiency up to 140 lm/W, a 110° beam angle, and lumen maintenance over 70% at 50,000+ hours, making it a strong option for commercial ceiling lighting projects that require efficiency, comfort, and a clean architectural appearance.

Key Features

Backlit Design for Uniform, Glare-Free Light

The Contractor Direct Lighting PB03A Series uses a backlit panel design that helps produce smooth, even light distribution with reduced glare. This makes it especially suitable for professional environments where visual comfort and consistent illumination are important.

Selectable Wattage for Flexible Performance

The series offers multiple power settings depending on size:

2x2 Model:
40W / 30W / 25W / 20W / 15W

2x4 Model:
72W / 50W / 40W / 30W / 20W

These selectable wattages give contractors and facility managers more flexibility when balancing brightness, energy savings, and application requirements.

Selectable Color Temperature

The PL5005 – Contractor Direct Lighting LED Backlit Panel Light includes five selectable color temperatures:

6500K / 5000K / 4000K / 3500K / 3000K

This allows the fixture to adapt to different commercial interiors, from bright task-focused environments to warmer ambient spaces.

High-Efficiency Commercial Performance

The spec sheet states that the fixture delivers high luminous efficiency up to 140 lm/W and supports:

0–10V dimming
120–277 VAC input
110° beam angle
Power factor >0.9
CRI >80

These features help make the PL5005 a practical choice for commercial LED panel lighting, architectural recessed lighting, and energy-efficient office ceiling lights.

Multiple Installation Options

The PB03A Series is suitable for:

Recessed installation
Surface-mounted installation
Suspended installation

This adds flexibility across different ceiling types and project requirements.

Long Life and Indoor Commercial Use

The fixture is listed with lumen maintenance over 70% at 50,000+ hours and an IP20 protection rating for indoor use only. The sheet also lists a working temperature range of -13°F to +113°F / -25°C to +45°C and shows the product is UL Listed and DLC Listed.

Applications

The PL5005 – Contractor Direct Lighting LED Backlit Panel Light is ideal for:

Offices
Schools
Showrooms
Airports
Retail spaces
Healthcare facilities

Product Specifications

Brand: Contractor Direct Lighting
Item Code: PL5005
Product Name: Contractor Direct Lighting LED Backlit Panel Light
Series: PB03A Series
Fixture Type: Architectural Recessed Luminaire / LED Backlit Panel Light
Available Sizes: 2x2, 2x4

Wattage

2x2 Model: 40W / 30W / 25W / 20W / 15W
2x4 Model: 72W / 50W / 40W / 30W / 20W

Color Temperature: 6500K / 5000K / 4000K / 3500K / 3000K selectable
Input Voltage: 120–277 VAC
Dimming: 0–10V dimmable
Lumen Output: 2x2: 4,890 lumens | 2x4: 10,087 lumens
Efficacy: Up to 140 lm/W
Protection Rating: IP20, indoor use only
Beam Angle: 110°
Power Factor: >0.9
CRI: >80
Life: Lumen maintenance over 70% at 50,000+ hours
Working Temperature: -13°F to +113°F / -25°C to +45°C
Listings: UL Listed, DLC Listed

Dimensions

Fixture Dimensions

2x2 Panel:
23.74 in × 23.74 in × 2.05 in
603 mm × 603 mm × 52 mm

2x4 Panel:
47.76 in × 23.74 in × 2.05 in
1213 mm × 603 mm × 52 mm

Package Dimensions

2x2 Package:
655 × 125 × 665 mm
25.79 × 4.92 × 26.18 in

2x4 Package:
1265 × 125 × 665 mm
49.80 × 4.92 × 26.18 in

Package Weight

2x2 Package Weight: 4.3 kg / 9.48 lbs
2x4 Package Weight: 9.66 kg / 21.29 lbs

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Why Choose the PL5005 – Contractor Direct Lighting LED Backlit Panel Light

The PL5005 – Contractor Direct Lighting LED Backlit Panel Light is a strong choice for projects that need clean recessed styling, uniform glare-free illumination, and flexible commercial-grade performance.

With multiple wattage settings, five selectable color temperatures, 0–10V dimming, and multiple installation options, it is well suited for modern commercial interiors that require both lighting efficiency and visual comfort.