LEDVANCE Sylvania 65897 Backlit Dual Selectable 3B 2x2 LED Flat Panel — 35W — 3500K/4000K/5000K — White

LEDVANCE Sylvania 65897 Backlit Dual Selectable 3B 2x2 LED Flat Panel — 20W/30W/35W Selectable — 3500K/4000K/5000K — White

The LEDVANCE Sylvania PANELF3BS035UNVD8SC722GWH (Item 65897) is a commercial Value Class Generation 3B 2x2 Backlit LED Flat Panel engineered to deliver up to 4,000 lumens with field-adjustable 20W/30W/35W power settings and switchable 3500K/4000K/5000K color temperatures. Operating on 120–277VAC electrical systems with 0–10V continuous dimming, this luminaire provides an energy-efficient replacement for legacy 3-lamp 17W T8, 2-U-lamp 31W T8, and 2-lamp or 3-lamp 28W/32W T8 fluorescent fixtures. Built with a cETLus Damp Location and IC-Rated construction, it is qualified for commercial utility rebates under DLC Standard standards and features backlit technology with non-yellowing PMMA lenses for even light distribution without shadowing.

Key Features

• Selectable Wattage: 20W / 30W / 35W — field-adjustable via onboard selector switch
• Wattage Equivalency: Replaces legacy 3-lamp 17W T8 (48W), 2-U-lamp 31W T8 (56W), 2-lamp 28W/32W T8 (49W–56W), and 3-lamp 28W/32W T8 (64W–75W) fluorescent fixtures for up to 60% energy savings
• Maximum Lumen Output: 4,000 lm at 35W (3,300 lm at 30W / 2,200 lm at 20W)
• Peak Efficacy: 110 lm/W nominal efficacy (up to 138 lm/W per IES testing) for high-efficiency commercial operation
• CRI: >80 color rendering across all settings
• Selectable CCT: 3500K / 4000K / 5000K — field-adjustable via onboard switch
• Lens & Optics: PMMA lenses that do not yellow over time, offering even backlit distribution without shadowing
• Dimming: 0–10V continuous dimming standard
• Voltage: Universal 120–277VAC constant current driver
• Location Rating: cETLus Listed to UL 1598 standards for damp locations; IC-Rated for insulated ceilings
• Operating Temperature: -4°F (-20°C) to +113°F (+45°C) ambient range
• Certifications: DLC Standard Listed, cETLus Listed, FCC, RoHS
• Rated Life: 50,000 hours (L70)
• Warranty: 5-year limited warranty — LEDVANCE Sylvania (NLB Trusted Warranty Program)
• Form Factor & Design: Backlit 2x2 grid ceiling design (23.9" × 23.9" × 1.7"); 2/CS packaging

Performance & Light Output

Wattage Total Lumens Efficacy Legacy Equivalent 20W 2,200 lm 110 lm/W 3-Lamp 17W T8 (48W) / 2-Lamp 28W T8 (49W) 30W 3,300 lm 110 lm/W 3-Lamp 17W T8 (38% Savings) / 2-U-Lamp 31W T8 (46% Savings) / 3-Lamp 32W T8 (60% Savings) 35W 4,000 lm 110 lm/W 3-Lamp 28W T8 (64W — 45% Savings) / 3-Lamp 32W T8 (75W — 53% Savings)

CRI >80 across all configurations. Rated life 50,000 hours (L70). Equipped with a multi-wattage selectable driver (field-adjustable lumen output / variable power settings) and field-adjustable CCT (color temperature selectable / tunable white / switchable Kelvin 3500K/4000K/5000K).

Smart & Control Features

The PANELF3BS035UNVD8SC722GWH includes a 0–10V dimmable driver validated for compatibility with commercial 0–10V wall dimmers including Leviton (DS710, IP710), Lutron (NTSTV-DV, NFTV, DVTV-WH), and Legrand (H4FBL3PW).

Electrical

Powered by a constant current driver operating on 120–277VAC input with a Power Factor >0.90 and Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <20%. Includes standard 0–10V dimming leads.

Emergency Battery Backup: EM ready and compatible with the SYLVANIA field-installable emergency battery back-up unit 60888 (EMBB1A8WDC) (sold separately) paired with the 2x2/2x4 metal bridge 61682 (ACCPANELF3AEMBB-BRIDGE2) (sold separately), which activates upon normal power failure to provide a minimum of 790 lumens (850 nominal lumens) for at least 90 minutes.

Construction

Housing & Build: Generation 3B 2x2 backlit luminaire housing engineered for even overhead illumination without shadowing.

Location & Environmental Rating: cETLus Listed to UL 1598 standards for indoor damp locations and IC-Rated for direct contact with ceiling insulation.

Operating Temperature: Operating ambient temperature range of -4°F (-20°C) to +113°F (+45°C).

Lens & Optics: Non-yellowing PMMA optical lenses engineered for consistent backlit diffusion over the fixture lifetime.

Finish: White finish.

Dimensions: 23.9" L × 23.9" W × 1.7" H (604mm × 604mm × 44mm).

Installation & Mounting

Standard Mounting: Designed for recessed installation into standard 2x2 T-grid ceilings.

Accessories (Sold Separately):

• Surface Mount & Flange Kits: 62064 (SMKIT3A/22/WH — 2x2 Extruded Aluminum Surface Mount Kit, white finish, 627.40mm × 608.20mm × 70mm) and 60458 (FK1A22GWH — 2x2 Flange Kit, 25.3" × 25.3")
• Suspension Kit: 62067 (SPKIT3A — Suspension Kit for Backlit Panels with 3.28ft / 1m cable length)
• Emergency Battery Backup & Bridge: 60888 (EMBB1A8WDC — Field-installable emergency battery back-up unit, min 790 lm / 850 nominal lm for 90 minutes) and 61682 (ACCPANELF3AEMBB-BRIDGE2 — Metal bridge for 2x2 and 2x4 panels)

Certifications & Rebates

• DLC Standard Listed: Qualifies for commercial utility rebate incentives across regional energy programs. To confirm rebate eligibility with your local utility provider, visit designlights.org and search Model Number PANELF3BS035UNVD8SC722GWH (Item 65897).
• cETLus Listed: Certified to UL 1598 standards for damp locations.
• IC-Rated: Approved for direct contact with building insulation.
• FCC Compliant: Meets FCC electromagnetic interference requirements.
• RoHS Compliant: Engineered free of restricted hazardous substances.
• NLB Trusted: Verified 5-year warranty under the National Lighting Bureau Trusted Warranty Program.

Typical Applications

• Commercial Offices — Compact 2x2 (23.9" × 23.9" × 1.7") backlit design with 3500K/4000K/5000K CCT selection illuminates private offices, cubicles, and corridors.
• Schools & Educational Facilities — Selectable 20W/30W/35W output (2,200–4,000 lm) replaces 2-U-lamp and 3-lamp T8 troffers with up to 60% energy savings.
• Hospitality Areas — Smooth 0–10V dimming compatible with Lutron, Leviton, and Legrand wall dimmers adapts to lobbies, lounges, and guest corridors.
• Retail Spaces — Non-yellowing PMMA lenses and >80 CRI maintain uniform, shadow-free lighting across boutiques and checkout zones.
• Shallow Plenum & Insulated Ceilings — Low-profile 1.7" height with IC-Rated and damp-location certifications fits tight 2x2 ceiling grids.

What's Included

• LEDVANCE Sylvania PANELF3BS035UNVD8SC722GWH (Item 65897) 2x2 Backlit Dual Selectable 3B LED Flat Panel — White
• Installation and operation manual