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WAC Lighting BL121606 Erle 4-CCT LED Reading Light
The WAC Lighting Erle 4-CCT LED Reading Light (BL121606) brings compact, thoughtfully engineered task lighting to bedside and wall-mounted applications. A sleek cylindrical head with subtle knurling detail pivots effortlessly to aim light exactly where it's needed, while the Aluminum housing and polycarbonate (PC) diffuser deliver durable, refined construction. Built on AC LED technology, Erle requires no separate driver or transformer and easily fits a standard pancake junction box, while an integrated USB/USB-C charging port keeps devices powered without added clutter. With CRI 90 output, 101 lumens, and selectable 2700-3000-3500-4000K color temperatures, this fixture is ETL & cETL listed for Damp locations and ADA compliant.
Key Features
- Durable Construction: Aluminum housing with a polycarbonate (PC) diffuser for a refined, long-lasting fixture.
- Pivoting Head: Sleek, cylindrical head with subtle knurling detail pivots effortlessly to direct light where it's needed most.
- Integrated Charging: Convenient USB and USB-C charging port built into the backplate, adding function without clutter.
- AC LED Technology: No driver or transformer required; easily fits on a pancake junction box for simple installation.
- Touch Control: Fingertip touch on/off switch with a dimming sensor located on the backplate.
- High-Powered LED: Replaceable LED module rated for 50,000 hours with CRI 90 and 2700-3000-3500-4000K selectable color temperature.
- Light Output: Delivers 101 lumens at a total wattage of 5.2W.
Certifications & Compliance
- ETL Listed
- cETL Listed
- Suitable for Damp Locations
- ADA Compliant
- CEC Compliant
- Title 24 Compliant
Technical Specifications
- ADA Compliant: Yes
- Bulb Base: LED Module - ACLED
- Bulb Shape: LED Module
- Bulbs Included: Yes
- Dimmable: Touch Sensor dimming
- Energy Star: No
- Hardwired or Portable: Hardwired
- Lumens: 101
- Product Type: Task Lighting
- Safety Rating: ETL;cETL
- Shade/Glass Description: PC Diffuser
- Warranty: 5 Years Functional, 2 Years Finish
- Subcategory: Reading Light
- CRI: 90
- Beam Spread: Flood
- Voltage: 120
- Country of Origin: China
- Total Wattage: 5.2
- Style: Modern;Transitional
- Mounting: Wall;Vertical
Typical Applications
- Bedside and Headboard Reading Lights
- Wall-Mounted Task Lighting
- Hospitality and Hotel Guest Rooms
- Residential Bedrooms
- ADA-Compliant Lighting Installations
Why WAC Lighting?
WAC Lighting's Erle Reading Light combines Aluminum construction, AC LED technology, and CRI 90 performance in a compact, code-compliant fixture backed by ETL and cETL Damp location listings and ADA compliance. With a 5-year functional and 2-year finish warranty, Erle is built for reliable, everyday performance in professional and residential installations alike.
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Installation Guide
Product Specs
- ADA Compliant:
- Yes
- Bulb Base:
- LED Module - ACLED
- Bulb Shape:
- LED Module
- Bulbs Included:
- Yes
- Collection:
- Erle
- Dimmable:
- Touch Sensor dimming
- Energy Star:
- No
- Hardwired or Portable:
- Hardwired
- Lumens:
- 101
- Product Type:
- Task Lighting
- Safety Rating:
- ETL;cETL
- Shade/Glass Description:
- PC Diffuser
- Subcategory:
- Reading Light
- Avg Rated Hours:
- 50000
- CRI:
- 90
- Beam Spread Angle:
- Flood
- Product Voltage:
- 120
- Product Material:
- Aluminum
- Location Rating:
- Damp
- Total Wattage:
- 5.2
- Light Temperature:
- 2700-3000-3500-4000
- Product Style:
- Modern;Transitional
- Mounting Method:
- Wall;Vertical
- Department:
- Electrical
WAC Lighting BL121606-BK – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Does the WAC Lighting Erle BL121606 reading light need a remote driver or transformer?
No. The Erle BL121606 runs on AC LED technology at 120V, so there is no separate driver or transformer to locate, and the fixture mounts directly to a standard pancake junction box. That is what makes it workable on a headboard wall where there is no cavity depth to hide a driver.
2) Is the Erle reading light hardwired or does it plug in?
Hardwired only. The Erle BL121606 is a 120V hardwired fixture wall mounted vertically, so it needs a junction box and a branch circuit at the location. If you need a plug-in bedside light for a room with no box behind the headboard, this is not the right fixture.
3) Can I use the Erle LED reading light in a hotel bathroom or over a tub area?
The Erle BL121606 is ETL and cETL listed for Damp locations, so a bathroom or similar humid interior space is within its rating. It is not rated for Wet locations, so avoid direct spray or unprotected exterior placement.
4) How do I set the color temperature on the Erle 4-CCT reading light, and do I have to order it per room?
Color temperature is selectable on the fixture itself across 2700K, 3000K, 3500K and 4000K, so one part number covers all four. For a multi-room property you can buy a single finish and set 2700K in guest rooms and 3500K or 4000K in work areas without stocking separate SKUs. CRI is 90.
5) Does the Erle BL121606 work with my wall dimmer?
Dimming on the Erle is handled by a touch sensor on the backplate, not by a line-voltage wall dimmer. Fingertip touch switches it on and off and adjusts level at the fixture. Spec it on a switched or unswitched 120V feed and plan controls accordingly.
6) Is there USB charging built into the Erle reading light?
Yes. A combination USB and USB-C port is built into the backplate, so a bedside Erle covers both the reading light and phone charging off the same junction box. That removes the need for a separate USB receptacle at the headboard.
7) Will the Erle reading light meet ADA requirements for a corridor or guest room wall?
Yes, the Erle BL121606 is ADA compliant, which is why it shows up in hospitality guest room and accessible-room packages where wall-mounted fixtures have to stay within protrusion limits.
8) What finishes does the Erle reading light come in for matching existing guest room hardware?
Three finishes: Aged Brass, Black, and Brushed Nickel. Brushed Nickel and Black are the usual matches to existing commercial trim packages; Aged Brass is the warm option for boutique and transitional interiors.
9) Is the Erle bright enough to actually read by, and how much power does it draw?
The Erle puts out 101 lumens at 5.2W total with a flood beam spread, aimed by a pivoting head. That is task-level output for reading at arm's length, not room illumination, so keep an ambient or overhead source in the room.
10) If the LED fails in the Erle, do I have to replace the whole fixture?
No. The LED module in the Erle is replaceable and rated for 50,000 hours. For a property standardizing on these across many rooms, that means the backplate and housing stay in the wall and only the module gets swapped. Lamping is included with the fixture.
11) Does the Erle reading light comply with California Title 24 and CEC?
Yes, the Erle BL121606 is listed as both CEC and Title 24 compliant, which matters if you are specifying into California projects. It is not Energy Star rated, so do not count it toward an Energy Star-specific requirement.
12) What is the Erle reading light actually made of?
Aluminum housing with a polycarbonate diffuser over the LED. The cylindrical head carries a knurled detail and pivots. Aluminum plus a PC lens rather than glass is the durable choice for a fixture at headboard height where it gets handled daily.
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