FAQs
for 4BL, 5BL, and 6BL LED Modules
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Q. W
hy would I buy an LED module and not an
LED lamp?
A. A
module is a trim and light engine combined – it is
certified to work together, so the results you get are
on the spec sheet. Lighting performance of a lamp
alone can vary greatly depending on the trim it is
paired with in the installation
Modules have more heat sink material than lamps
and are designed for IC rating. Not all LED lamps
are designed for IC rating, and installing in an IC
fixture could cause premature failure. Those lamps
that are IC are likely not to have the same lumen
performance as a module because of thermal
characteristics.
Q. How much light do the L Series LED
Downlighting modules deliver?
A. T he 4”, 4BLMW LED delivers 400 lumens.
The 5”, 5BLMW LED delivers 600 lumens.
The 6”, 6BLMW LED delivers 620 lumens.
Q. W
hat is the input wattage and lumens
per watt?
A. T he 4”, 4BLMW LED uses 9 watts, yielding an efficacy
of 44 lumens per watt.
The 5”, 5BLMW LED uses 13 watts, yielding an
efficacy of 46 lumens per watt.
The 6”, 6BLMW LED uses 13 watts, yielding an
efficacy of 48 lumens per watt.
Q. W
hat is the CRI and Kelvin temperature?
A. T he 4”, 4BLMW LED has a CRI of 83 and color
temperature of 3000 K.
The 5”, 5BLMW LED has a CRI of 83 and color
temperature of 3000 K.
The 6”, 6BLMW LED has a CRI of 81 and color
temperature of 3000 K.
Q. W
ill other Kelvin temperatures be available?
A. T o make the L Series LED downlighting modules fit
the most common market needs, 3000 K is offered
to provide a mix of warm lighting common in
residential applications, while providing the higher
efficiency of LED.
Q. W
hat is the expected life of the L Series LED
Downlighting modules?
A. T he L Series LED downlight modules were designed
to last 35,000 hours in IC and Non-IC applications.
If the modules average 6 hours of use per day,
this is equivalent to 16 years of life. If the modules
average 3 hours of use per day, this is equivalent to
32 years.
Q. W
hat trim finishes are available?
A. M
atte white is the only trim finish offered at this
time in the L Series LED downlight modules. For other
trim finish options, please consider our
Reality product line.
Q. W
hat dimmers can I use with L Series LED
Downlighting modules?
A. P
lease follow this link for a list of recommended
dimmers (Click Here).
FAQs
for 4BL, 5BL, and 6BL LED Modules
Discover a Better Lighting Experience
Q. How do I meet permanent installation
requirements for Title 24, LEED, and/or Utility
Rebate eligibility?
Q. Can I convert a fluorescent downlight
to make it compatible with the L Series LED
Downlighting modules?
A. T he L Series LED downlight modules ship with
the hardwire kit included in the carton. Use
this to provide a permanent conversion to the
LED module.
A. Y
es, an adapter kit (FL2LED) may be ordered to
convert the L7XF to a suitable housing for use with
any version of the L Series LED downlight module.
For converting fluorescent housings, disconnect
socket wires from ballast and pull through whip.
Push FL2LED wires back through whip from housing
side and make connection to 120v inside fixture
junction box.
Q. F or a new-construction project, which
Lithonia Lighting housings should I use?
A. T he L Series LED downlight modules are compatible
with our full range of new construction housings
– L7X, LC6, L5, L3 and more. For a full listing of
compatible housings, please visit our housing
compatibility matrix. (Click Here)
Q. For
a remodel application, which Lithonia
Lighting cans should I use?
A. T he L Series LED downlight modules are compatible
with our full range of remodel housings – L7XR,
L5R, L3R and more. For a full listing of compatible
housings, please visit our housing compatibility
matrix. (Click Here)
Q. F or retrofit opportunities, which housings
are compatible with the L Series LED
Downlighting modules?
A. O
ur L Series LED Downlighting modules are
compatible with a wide-range of housings.
For your convenience, there is a common
housing compatibility chart available for retrofit
opportunities. (Click Here)
Q. A
re the L Series LED Downlighting modules
damp or wet location listed?
A. T he L Series LED downlight modules are damplocation listed.
Q. W
hat is the warranty, and who do I call if I
have an issue?
A. T he L Series LED downlight modules downlight are
covered by a five-year comprehensive warranty.
Each fixture undergoes multiple rounds of testing
to ensure quality. In the unlikely event that you
have an issue, please call the Lithonia Lighting
downlighting product support line at (800) 315-4935
or send an e-mail to PSGDR@Acuity-Brands.com.