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WAC Lighting Kenric 3.5in Recessed Frame-In Kit, Die-Cast Aluminum
The WAC Lighting Kenric 3.5in Frame-In Kit lets electrical contractors rough-in recessed lighting before the finished light module ships to the jobsite. Built from die-cast aluminum with a 20-gauge steel driver box, this frame-in kit is sized specifically to fit the WAC Kenric Recessed Light and is ETL and cETL UL #1598 listed for Dry, Damp, and Wet Locations. Install it into new construction with the rafters exposed, then order the Kenric downlight separately once the project reaches finish stage — eliminating the need to store finished fixtures on site.
Key Features
- Trade Size: 3.5in frame-in housing engineered to fit the WAC Kenric Recessed Light for accurate rough-in placement.
- Durable Construction: Die-cast aluminum housing paired with a 20-gauge steel driver box for long-term structural integrity in ceiling installations.
- Staged Installation: Purchase and install the frame-in kit during new construction with rafters exposed, then order the Kenric light module separately — saving time and eliminating jobsite storage of finished fixtures.
- Compatible Light Module: Designed for the WAC Kenric LED recessed downlight, which offers 5-CCT adjustable color temperature from 2700K to 5000K, up to 1450 lumens, 90 CRI, and dimming to 5% with TRIAC, ELV, or 0-10V dimmers.
- Airtight & IC-Rated: Rated for direct contact with insulation, supporting energy-efficient ceiling assemblies.
- Listing: ETL and cETL UL #1598 listed for Dry, Damp, and Wet Locations.
Certifications & Compliance
- ETL & cETL UL #1598 Listed for Dry, Damp, and Wet Locations
- Airtight and IC-Rated for Contact with Insulation
- CEC Title 24 Compliant
- Energy Star 2.0 Certified
- Title 24 JA8-2016
Technical Specifications
- Energy Star: Yes
- Hardwired or Portable: Hardwired
- Product Type: Recessed Accessories
- Safety Rating: ETL, cETL, CSA CAN, Energy Star, Title 24 JA8-2016, Title 20, ADA
- Warranty: 5 Years Functional, 2 Years Finish
- Subcategory: Recessed Frame
- Country of Origin: China
- Location Rating: Wet
- Style: Functional
- Mounting: Ceiling
Typical Applications
- New Construction Recessed Lighting Installations
- Commercial and Residential Ceiling Lighting Projects
- Dry, Damp, and Wet Location Recessed Downlights
- Staged-Installation Projects Where Rough-In and Trim Occur at Different Phases
- Insulated Ceiling Assemblies Requiring Airtight, IC-Rated Housings
Why WAC Lighting?
WAC Lighting engineers the Kenric Frame-In Kit from die-cast aluminum with a 20-gauge steel driver box, giving contractors a rough-in solution built to last through construction phases before the Kenric LED light module is installed. With ETL and cETL UL #1598 listings for Dry, Damp, and Wet Locations, Airtight/IC-Rated performance, and Energy Star 2.0 certification, this frame-in kit supports code-compliant, energy-efficient recessed lighting projects backed by WAC Lighting's 5-year functional and 2-year finish warranty.
Manufacturer Resources
Specification Sheet
Product Specs
- Collection:
- Kenric
- Energy Star:
- Yes
- Hardwired or Portable:
- Hardwired
- Product Type:
- Recessed Accessories
- Subcategory:
- Recessed Frame
- Product Material:
- Steel
- Location Rating:
- Wet
- Product Style:
- Functional
- Mounting Method:
- Ceiling
- Department:
- Electrical
WAC Lighting R3JB-FRAME – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Does the WAC Kenric R3JB-FRAME frame-in kit come with the light?
No. The Kenric 3.5 inch frame-in kit, model R3JB-FRAME, is the housing and driver box only. The Kenric LED light module is ordered separately, which is the point of the kit: you rough it in while rafters are still exposed and add the finished downlight at trim stage so nothing finished sits in storage on the jobsite.
2) Which recessed light fits the WAC Kenric 3.5in frame-in kit?
It is sized specifically for the WAC Kenric 3.5 inch recessed light. That module runs 5-CCT selectable from 2700K to 5000K, up to 1450 lumens, 90 CRI, and dims to 5 percent on TRIAC, ELV, or 0-10V. The frame-in kit is not a universal 3.5 inch housing, so pair it with the Kenric light, not another brand's trim.
3) Can this recessed housing be installed in a shower or under a soffit?
Yes. The Kenric frame-in kit is ETL and cETL listed to UL 1598 for dry, damp, and wet locations, with a wet location rating on record, so covered exterior soffits and shower locations are within its listing. Follow the normal wet-location wiring practice for the ceiling assembly.
4) Is the WAC Kenric frame-in kit IC rated for direct contact with insulation?
Yes, airtight and IC-rated, so blown or batt insulation can sit directly against the housing. That matters on sealed attic assemblies where a non-IC can would need a clearance box built around it.
5) Will this housing pass California Title 24 inspection?
The Kenric frame-in kit is listed as CEC Title 24 compliant, Title 24 JA8-2016, Title 20, and Energy Star 2.0 certified. Energy Star is confirmed in the product spec data as well. For a JA8 inspection the light module also carries the compliance, so order the matching Kenric downlight rather than a substitute trim.
6) Is the WAC Kenric frame-in kit hardwired or does it plug in?
Hardwired. It ships with a 20-gauge steel driver box for the line connection and mounts to the ceiling structure, so an electrician lands the branch circuit in the box during rough-in.
7) Can the Kenric 3.5in frame-in kit be used for a remodel, or is it new construction only?
It is built for new construction, installed from above with the rafters or joists exposed. If the ceiling is already closed and you have no access from the attic, a frame-in housing like this is the wrong approach, and you want a remodel or canless-style assembly instead.
8) What is the WAC Kenric frame-in kit made of?
Die-cast aluminum housing with a 20-gauge steel driver box. That combination holds its shape through framing, drywall, and mud phases, which is the stress a rough-in housing actually sees before the trim goes on.
9) Where can I get the rough-in dimensions and wiring details for the WAC Kenric R3JB-FRAME?
WAC publishes both an installation guide and a specification sheet for the Kenric frame-in kit, and both are linked on the product record. Those are the documents to hand your rough-in crew for ceiling cutout and driver box placement.
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Absolutely. The WAC Lighting R3JB-FRAME is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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