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WAC Recessed Lighting Guide
1. Define the Application
- Residential Spaces: Kitchens, living rooms, bathrooms, hallways.
- Commercial Projects: Offices, retail, hospitality, corridors, and lobbies.
- Specialty Areas: Sloped ceilings, wet locations, or architectural accents.
2. Select the Type of Recessed Fixture
- Downlights: General illumination with fixed or adjustable trims.
- Adjustable Gimbals & Elbows: Aimable for accent or task lighting (great for highlighting art or retail displays).
- Wall Wash Fixtures: Designed to evenly illuminate vertical surfaces without scalloping.
- Shallow Housings: Ideal for tight plenum spaces and remodel applications.
- Invisible Trim Options (e.g., FQ, Ocularc): Seamless integration for modern architectural finishes.
3. Determine Size and Aperture
- 2" – 3.5": Sleek, minimal appearance; ideal for modern homes and retail.
- 4" – 6": Traditional residential and commercial applications.
- Micro Apertures (Miniature): Discrete lighting with high-performance output for luxury environments.
4. Choose Your Housing Type
- New Construction Housings: For open ceiling installs before drywall.
- Remodel Housings: For retrofit installations into existing ceilings.
- IC-Rated: Safe for direct contact with insulation.
- Non-IC Rated: Requires clearance from insulation.
- Airtight: Helps maintain HVAC efficiency; often Title 24 compliant.
- Baffle Trim: Reduces glare with ribbed interior – great for living spaces.
- Reflector Trim: Maximizes light output; suited for commercial or high-ceiling spaces.
- Square or Round Apertures: Match architectural preferences.
- Trimless/Invisible Trim: Clean, drywall-flush finish (high-end installations).
6. Lighting Performance Specs
- Color Temperature (CCT):
- 2700K: Warm, residential feel.
- 3000K–3500K: Balanced, modern white.
- 4000K–5000K: Bright, neutral or task-oriented.
- Color Rendering Index (CRI):
- CRI 90+ is standard on most WAC recessed fixtures – ideal for accurate color representation.
- Lumen Output: Ranges from 500 lm to 3000+ lm depending on fixture size and application.
- Beam Angles: Narrow, flood, or wide beam options depending on use case.
7.Dimming and Control Compatibility
- Driver Options:
- TRIAC/ELV (phase cut): Common in residential installs.
- 0–10V or DALI: Commercial-grade controls and integration with lighting systems.
- Smart Dimming & Controls: Some lines support integration with automation platforms.
8. Energy Codes & Compliance
- Title 24 / JA8 Compliant Fixtures: Required for California and other energy-regulated states.
- Damp/Wet Location Ratings: Select models rated for bathrooms, exterior soffits, or shower installs.
- ENERGY STAR & DLC Options: Available for qualified rebates or energy-efficient builds.
9. Installation & Maintenance
- Tool-Free Adjustments: Many WAC systems allow easy field aiming or driver access.
- Field-Changeable Optics and Trims: Some series allow lens, beam, or finish swaps post-install.
- Low-Profile Drivers: Fit into shallow or complex ceiling types.
- Long lifespan: with Replaceable LED engines
10.Popular WAC Recessed Series
- Volta & Aether Series: Architectural-grade; modular with field-interchangeable optics and trims.
- Ocularc & FQ: Sleek, minimalist aesthetics with top-tier performance.
- Limited & Lotos: Entry level without compromising on performance.
- 5-Year Warranty standard on most architectural LED fixtures.
- 2-Year Warranty product finish
- Support for Layout Design: WAC provides photometrics and technical drawings on WAC Lighting.
- Custom Solutions: Finish colors, trim styles, or beam spreads can often be customized for large projects.
