WAC Lighting Extension Rod L-Coupler for WAC Landscape Lighting Accent or Wall Wash
WAC Landscape Lighting extension rods are used to extend the distance between a fixture and mounting surface (spike, surface mount canopy, etc). Casted using a special k-alloy aluminum that is engineered to withstand the most challenging environments over time. Solid brass coated in bronze (-BBR finish) may be available for enhanced protection against corrosive elements and is recommended for use in coastal or marine environments. Available in 4in, 8in, 12in, 18in and 24in sizes - extension rods are 1/2in threaded male-to-female and cannot be shortened in the field.- WAC Landscape Lighting extension rods are used to extend the distance between a fixture and mounting surface (spike, surface mount canopy, etc).
- Casted using a special k-alloy aluminum that is engineered to withstand the most challenging environments over time. Solid brass coated in bronze (-BBR finish) may be available for enhanced protection against corrosive elements and is recommended for use in coastal or marine environments.
- Available in 4in, 8in, 12in, 18in and 24in sizes - extension rods are 1/2in threaded male-to-female and cannot be shortened in the field.
- Intended to be used with WAC Landscape Lighting products.
- Optional L-connector available for 90-degree turns (SKU # 5000-LCO-BK).
- Standards: UL, cUL & IP65 Rated for Wet Locations.
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Product Specs
- ADA Compliant:
- Yes
- Collection:
- Landscape
- Energy Star:
- Yes
- Included Components:
- Extension Rod
- Product Type:
- Mounting Accessory
- Safety Rating:
- UL, cUL, IP65
- Subcategory:
- Landscape Accessories
- Warranty:
- 5 Years Functional, 2 Years Finish
- Product Group:
- Outdoor Lighting
- Product Subgroup:
- Accessories
- Hardwired or Portable:
- Plugin
- Brand Family:
- WAC Landscape
- Location Rating:
- Wet
- Base Material:
- K-Alloy Aluminum
- Location Indoor/ Outdoor:
- Outdoor
- Reversible Mounting:
- No
- Title 24 Compliant:
- Yes
- Segment:
- Lighting
- Product Voltage:
- 12V
- Product Length:
- 2"
- Product Style:
- Functional
- Product Height:
- 2"
- Product Category:
- Landscape Lighting
- Product Width:
- 0.5"
- Department:
- Electrical
WAC Lighting 5000-LCO-BK – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What does the WAC Lighting 5000-LCO L-coupler actually do in a landscape lighting assembly?
The 5000-LCO is a 90-degree L-connector that sits between a WAC Landscape fixture and its extension rod or mounting base, letting you turn the axis of the assembly a quarter turn. It is the piece you add when you need the fixture to aim off the vertical line of a spike or surface canopy, for example throwing a wall wash sideways off a rod coming straight out of a wall.
2) What thread does the WAC L-coupler use, and will it mate with WAC landscape extension rods?
WAC Landscape extension rods are 1/2 inch threaded male-to-female, and the L-coupler is built to join that same system, so it threads in line with the rods, spikes and surface canopies in the WAC Landscape family. It is intended for WAC Landscape Lighting products only, not as a generic 1/2 inch nipple fitting for other brands.
3) Can the WAC 5000-LCO coupler be installed in a wet, fully exposed outdoor location?
Yes. The coupler is rated for outdoor wet locations and carries UL, cUL and IP65 ratings, so direct rain and irrigation spray are within its rating. It is part of the 12V WAC Landscape low-voltage system.
4) How much length does the L-coupler add to a WAC landscape fixture assembly?
It is a short fitting, 2 inches by 2 inches with a 0.5 inch width dimension, so it adds only a couple of inches to the run while changing direction 90 degrees. If you need real standoff distance from the mounting surface, add an extension rod in 4, 8, 12, 18 or 24 inch length and use the coupler only for the turn.
5) Which finishes does the WAC 5000-LCO L-coupler come in, and how do I match it to the rest of my fixtures?
Two finishes: Black (5000-LCO-BK) and Bronze (5000-LCO-BZ). For a property where the existing WAC Landscape heads and spikes are architectural black, order the BK; bronze fixtures take the BZ. Finish is the only option to specify on this part.
6) Is the WAC L-coupler suitable for a coastal or marine installation?
The coupler body is cast k-alloy aluminum, which WAC specifies for demanding outdoor environments but not specifically for salt air. For coastal or marine sites WAC's guidance on this rod system is to use the solid brass version coated in bronze, the -BBR finish, where it is offered. On a salt-exposed oceanfront job, specify brass-bodied components rather than the aluminum ones.
7) Can I cut or shorten a WAC landscape extension rod on site instead of using the L-coupler?
No. WAC Landscape extension rods cannot be shortened in the field, because the 1/2 inch male and female threads are cast into the ends. Pick the rod length you need from 4, 8, 12, 18 or 24 inches, and use the 5000-LCO coupler when the problem is direction rather than length.
8) Does the WAC 5000-LCO come with an extension rod, or do I order that separately?
Plan on ordering rods separately. The coupler is a mounting accessory within the WAC Landscape line and is used with the rods, spikes and surface canopies that make up the rest of the assembly. Count the fixtures that need a directional turn and order one coupler per fixture, plus the rod length each location calls for.
9) Is this WAC landscape coupler compliant for a California Title 24 lighting job?
Yes, the WAC Landscape 5000-LCO is listed as Title 24 compliant, and it is an Energy Star qualified line item within the landscape system. That matters on specification-driven institutional and municipal work where the whole outdoor assembly has to carry compliance.
10) Can the L-coupler be flipped to reverse the direction of the turn after it is installed?
No, it is not a reversible mounting component. The 90-degree geometry is fixed by the casting, so set the aiming direction when you thread the assembly together rather than planning to re-orient the coupler later.
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