Appleton VA-50 1/2 Inch Iron Pendant Mounting Hood

Appleton VA-50 is a 1/2 in hub, malleable-iron pendant mounting hood engineered to work with V-51 incandescent luminaires and inexpensive HID fixtures, delivering a rugged, plumb-ready hanging interface for threaded-conduit installations. This hood is furnished with a connection block, gasket and screws and coated with a zinc electroplate finish, plus chromate and epoxy powder coat for corrosion resistance and durable field service. It carries UL listings (UL 1598, UL 1598A, UL 844, UL E10444), reflecting suitability for use with a range of lighting assemblies in industrial and commercial settings. The VA-50’s pendant-mount design, 1/2 in hub, and malleable-iron construction provide a stout, serviceable mounting hood that threads onto the fixture to establish the electrical connection while allowing straightforward servicing without disconnecting wiring. Marketed as part of Appleton’s Mercmaster Jr. family, this mounting hood is commonly paired with V-51 series luminaires and other inexpensive HID fixtures, making it a practical choice where economical, reliable mounting hardware is required. Typical applications include shops, warehouses, and utility areas that rely on threaded metal conduit, with included hardware aiding quick installation and maintenance and the balanced round hood design helping the fixture hang plumb when used with flexible hangers.