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WAC Lighting R2FRD FQ 2" Round Recessed Downlight Trim, Die-Cast Aluminum
The WAC Lighting R2FRD is part of the FQ Recessed series, a complete line of high performance LED luminaires built for outstanding functionality and quality. This 2" round downlight trim features a light engine mounted directly on the trim with springs for easy replacement, two-piece die-cast aluminum construction, and a 30° shielding angle for superior glare control. With 35° vertical tilting and 360° horizontal rotation, field-changeable beam angles, 90 CRI, and a Wet location rating, the R2FRD delivers versatile, code-compliant illumination for demanding applications.
Key Features
- Trade Size: 2" round trim for compact recessed downlight applications.
- Durable Construction: Two-piece die-cast aluminum housing and trim for long-term strength and reliability.
- Glare Control: 30° shielding angle design delivers excellent visual comfort in occupied spaces.
- Adjustable Aiming: 35° vertical tilting and 360° horizontal rotation for precise, uniform floor-to-ceiling wall washing.
- Serviceable Light Engine: LED light engine is mounted on the trim with springs, allowing fast, tool-light replacement.
- Field-Changeable Beam Angle: Included reflectors let installers adjust beam spread on site.
- High Color Quality: 90 CRI for accurate, true-to-life color rendering.
- Wet Location Rated: Suitable for use in Wet locations, and rated for operation from -4°F to 104°F (-20°C to 40°C).
Certifications & Compliance
- ETL & cETL Listed
- Energy Star Certified
- Title 24 Compliant
- Title 20 Compliant
- Rated for Wet Locations
Technical Specifications
- Bulb Base: LED Module - Universal Driver
- Bulb Shape: LED Module
- Bulbs Included: Yes
- Collection: FQ
- Dimmable: 0-10V, ELV, TRIAC
- Hardwired or Portable: Hardwired
- Product Type: Recessed Trims
- Safety Rating: ETL, cETL
- Warranty: 5 Years Functional, 2 Years Finish
- Subcategory: 2" LED
- Avg Rated Hours: 50000
- CRI: 90
- Voltage: 120-240-277
- Material: Die-Cast Aluminum
- Country of Origin: China
- Location Rating: Wet
- Style: Modern, Transitional
Typical Applications
- Residential and Commercial Recessed Lighting
- Hallways, Kitchens, and Living Spaces
- Accent and Wall-Washing Applications
- Wet-Location Installations Such as Covered Patios and Bathrooms
- New Construction and Remodel Recessed Housings
Why WAC Lighting?
WAC Lighting engineers the FQ Recessed series with two-piece die-cast aluminum construction, a serviceable spring-mounted light engine, and field-changeable reflectors to simplify installation and long-term maintenance. With ETL and cETL Wet location ratings, Energy Star certification, and Title 24 and Title 20 compliance, the R2FRD is built to deliver reliable, code-compliant performance for professional lighting projects.
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Specification Sheet
Product Specs
- Bulb Base:
- LED Module - Universal Driver
- Bulb Shape:
- LED Module
- Bulbs Included:
- Yes
- Collection:
- FQ
- Dimmable:
- 0-10V,ELV;TRIAC
- Hardwired or Portable:
- Hardwired
- Product Type:
- Recessed Trims
- Safety Rating:
- ETL;cETL
- Subcategory:
- 2" LED
- Avg Rated Hours:
- 50000
- CRI:
- 90
- Product Voltage:
- 120-240-277
- Product Material:
- Die-Cast Aluminum
- Location Rating:
- Wet
- Product Style:
- Modern; Transitional
- Department:
- Electrical
WAC Lighting R2FRDL-927-BK – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Can the WAC FQ R2FRD 2-inch downlight trim be used in a shower or on a covered patio?
Yes. The R2FRD carries a Wet location rating with ETL and cETL listings, so it can go in a shower, over a tub, or under a covered patio or soffit. Operating range is -4F to 104F (-20C to 40C), which covers most exterior covered applications in cold climates.
2) What dimmers work with the WAC FQ 2-inch LED downlight trim?
The R2FRD driver accepts 0-10V, ELV, and TRIAC dimming, so it will run off a standard forward/reverse-phase wall dimmer in a residential job or off a 0-10V control system in a commercial one. It is hardwired, not plug-in, and the LED module is included.
3) Does this WAC 2-inch trim work on 277V commercial circuits?
It does. The FQ R2FRD uses a universal driver rated 120-240-277V, so the same trim works on a 120V residential branch circuit and on 277V lighting panels in commercial buildings. That lets a spec writer carry one part number across both sides of a mixed-use project.
4) What is the difference between the trimmed and trimless versions of the R2FRD?
Trim Style is an ordering choice on the R2FRD: trimmed leaves a visible flange ring against the ceiling, trimless is finished into the drywall or plaster for a flush, no-flange look. Both are offered in Black, Dark Bronze, Haze/White, and White. Trimless requires the mudded-in ceiling detail be coordinated with the drywall crew, so decide before the ceiling closes up.
5) Is the R2FRD a complete fixture or do I need a housing too?
It is the trim with the LED light engine and driver connection, part of WAC's FQ recessed line. You pair it with an FQ 2-inch housing sized for new construction or remodel work. Order the housing on the same job so the trim and frame-in match.
6) What color temperatures can I order this 2-inch WAC downlight in?
Five choices: 2700K, 3000K, 3500K, 4000K, and a 3000K-1800K warm-dim option that shifts toward candlelight as it dims. All five are available in Black, Dark Bronze, Haze/White, and White, in both trimmed and trimless. Color temperature is fixed at the time of order, not field selectable, so pick it to match the rest of the ceiling.
7) Can I change the beam angle after the lights are installed?
Yes. Reflectors ship with the R2FRD and let the installer change beam spread on site, so you can tighten or widen a run after seeing it lit without swapping the trim. The light engine is spring-mounted on the trim itself, so pulling it for a reflector change or a later replacement is quick.
8) Is this 2-inch trim adjustable for wall washing, or is it a fixed downlight?
It aims. The FQ R2FRD gives 35 degrees of vertical tilt and 360 degrees of horizontal rotation, which is what you need for even floor-to-ceiling wall washing or grazing artwork. A 30 degree shielding angle keeps the source out of sight lines in occupied rooms.
9) How durable is this trim for a high-use commercial or multifamily ceiling?
Construction is two-piece die-cast aluminum for both housing and trim, not stamped steel or plastic, which holds the aiming position and resists deformation during service. Rated life is 50,000 hours, and because the engine is spring-mounted to the trim a maintenance tech can swap it without opening the ceiling.
10) Will a 90 CRI 2-inch downlight be good enough for retail display or kitchen task lighting?
90 CRI renders color accurately enough for retail merchandise, food prep, and art, which is why it is the common spec floor for those spaces. On a 2-inch aperture with a 30 degree shielding angle you get that color quality with very little visible source, useful over islands and display cases where glare is the complaint.
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