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Modern Forms FR-W1802 Vox 5-Blade DC Ceiling Fan, LED, Matte Black
Modern Forms Vox 5-Blade LED Ceiling Fan (FR-W1802) is a downrod, Wet Location rated fan for indoor or outdoor use. Its silent DC motor runs 70% more efficient than AC, spinning a 26" blade span in Matte Black ABS. The replaceable LED luminaire delivers 2100 lumens at 90 CRI, with Bluetooth control via the Modern Forms app, UL/cUL/CSA/ETL/cETL listing, and Energy Star certification.
Key Features
- Blade Span: 26" span, 5 blades at 7.5" length, 13 degree pitch.
- Durable Construction: ABS blades in Matte Black on a 4.5" downrod, ideal for 7-10ft ceilings.
- Quiet DC Motor: Reversible, 70% more efficient than AC, factory-balanced and sound tested.
- 6-Speed Airflow: 6 speeds, up to 2348 CFM.
- Replaceable LED Luminaire: 2100 lumens at 90 CRI, dimmable; available in 2700K, 3000K, or 3500K (order accordingly).
- Smart Bluetooth Control: Modern Forms app for breeze mode and grouping; works with Alexa, Google Assistant, SmartThings, Control4, Josh AI. Includes Bluetooth remote with wall cradle (F-RCBT-WT).
- Wet Location Rating: UL, cUL, CSA, ETL, cETL Wet Location Listed, 120V, 40.9W total.
Certifications & Compliance
- UL Listed
- cUL Listed
- CSA Certified
- ETL and cETL Listed
- Wet Location Listed
- Energy Star Certified
Technical Specifications
- ADA Compliant: No
- Bulb Base: LED Module
- Collection: Vox
- Dimmable: Yes
- Energy Star: Yes
- Lumens: 2100
- Product Type: Downrod Ceiling Fans
- Safety Rating: ETL, cETL, UL, cUL, CSA
- Warranty: 5 yrs LED module, 2 yrs finishes, lifetime motor, 1 yr other parts.
- Subcategory: Indoor or Outdoor Smart Home Ceiling Fan
- Avg Rated Hours: 50000
- CRI: 90
- Beam Spread: Flood
- Voltage: 120
- Location Rating: Wet
- Total Wattage: 40.9
- Style: Contemporary
- Blade Span: 26"
- Number of Blades: 5
- Blade Length: 7.5"
- Blade Material: ABS
- Blade Finish: Matte Black
- Blade Pitch: 13 degrees
- Motor Type: DC
- Reversible Motor: Yes
- Fan Speeds: 6
- Airflow CFM: 2348
- Remote Included: Yes
- Wall Control Included: No
- Downrod Length: 4.5"
Typical Applications
- Covered Outdoor Living Spaces
- Patios and Porches
- Bedrooms and Living Rooms
- Multi-Fan Larger Room Installations
- Smart Home Integrated Installations
- Downrod Mounting for 7-10ft Ceilings
Why Modern Forms?
Modern Forms builds the Vox around a silent, factory-balanced DC motor backed by a lifetime motor warranty, 5-year LED module warranty, and 2-year finish warranty, with Wet Location listing and Energy Star certification for reliable indoor or outdoor performance.
Manufacturer Resources
Specification Sheet
Product Specs
- ADA Compliant:
- No
- Bulb Base:
- LED Module
- Collection:
- Vox
- Dimmable:
- Yes
- Energy Star:
- Yes
- Lumens:
- 2100
- Product Type:
- Downrod Ceiling Fans
- Safety Rating:
- ETL, cETL, UL, cUL, CSA
- Subcategory:
- Indoor or Outdoor Smart Home Ceiling Fan
- Avg Rated Hours:
- 50000
- CRI:
- 90
- Beam Spread:
- Flood
- Voltage:
- 120
- Location Rating:
- Wet
- Total Wattage:
- 40.9
- Style:
- Contemporary
- Blade Span:
- 26"
- Number of Blades:
- 5
- Blade Length:
- 7.5"
- Blade Material:
- ABS
- Blade Finish:
- Matte Black
- Blade Pitch:
- 13 degrees
- Motor Type:
- DC
- Reversible Motor:
- Yes
- Fan Speeds:
- 6
- Airflow CFM:
- 2348
- Remote Included:
- Yes
- Wall Control Included:
- No
- Downrod Length:
- 4.5"
Modern Forms FR-W1802-26L-MB – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Can the Modern Forms Vox FR-W1802 ceiling fan be installed on a covered patio or porch?
Yes. The Vox FR-W1802 carries a Wet Location rating, so it can go on a covered patio, porch, or other exposed outdoor spot as well as indoors. Blades are ABS rather than wood, which is what makes direct moisture exposure acceptable. Safety listings on record are ETL, cETL, UL, cUL, and CSA.
2) What ceiling height does the Vox FR-W1802 downrod work with?
It ships with a 4.5 inch downrod, which suits 7 to 10 ft ceilings. On a taller ceiling you'd be dropping the fan too high above the occupied zone with the included rod, so plan on a longer downrod in that case.
3) Which color temperature should I order for the Vox FR-W1802 LED?
Color temperature is fixed at the factory, so it is an order decision, not a field setting. The Vox is offered in 3000K and 3500K. 3000K is the warmer of the two and reads closer to residential bedrooms and living rooms; 3500K is a neutral white that holds up better on patios and in commercial or hospitality spaces. Output is 2100 lumens at 90 CRI either way, and the module is dimmable.
4) Do I need to add a wall control to the Vox FR-W1802, or is a control included?
A Bluetooth handheld remote with a wall cradle is in the box. A hardwired wall control is not included, so if the job spec calls for a switch at the box you will need to order that separately. The fan also runs from the Modern Forms app over Bluetooth and ties into Alexa, Google Assistant, SmartThings, Control4, and Josh AI.
5) Can the Vox fan be put on a standard dimmer or fan speed switch?
No. It uses a DC motor with 6 electronic speeds controlled by the remote or app, so a conventional wall-mounted fan speed control or rotary dimmer is the wrong device for it. The LED is dimmable through the fan's own control, not an incoming line dimmer. Wire it to a constant 120V feed.
6) Is a 26 inch fan big enough for a bedroom, or do I need two?
The Vox at 26 inches with a 5-blade, 13 degree pitch set moves up to 2348 CFM on its top speed. That covers a bedroom, small living room, or a patio seating area. For larger open rooms Modern Forms intends the Vox for multi-fan layouts, and the app lets you group fans so several run together off one command.
7) What is the total electrical load of the Vox FR-W1802 for circuit planning?
40.9 watts total at 120V, motor and LED combined. That is well under half an amp per fan, so a run of them on a single 15A lighting circuit is straightforward. The DC motor is the reason the number is that low, and the fan is Energy Star certified.
8) Can I run the Vox ceiling fan in reverse for winter heat circulation?
Yes, the motor is reversible, so you can switch to the winter updraft direction to push warm air back down off the ceiling. Direction changes through the Bluetooth remote or the Modern Forms app rather than a slide switch on the housing.
9) If the LED burns out on a Vox fan, do I have to replace the whole fixture?
No. The Vox uses a replaceable LED luminaire module rather than a sealed-in board, so the light can be swapped without pulling the fan down. The module is rated for 50,000 average hours, which is the main reason this one works for property managers who do not want a fan at height becoming a disposable item.
10) Is the Vox FR-W1802 ADA compliant?
No, the Vox is not ADA compliant. On projects where ADA protrusion requirements apply to a ceiling-mounted assembly, confirm mounting height against your local code before specifying it.
11) What kind of light distribution does the Vox fan's LED give?
Flood distribution, 2100 lumens at 90 CRI. That spreads general ambient light across a room rather than throwing a narrow pool, so it works as the primary light source in a bedroom or on a covered porch. The 90 CRI keeps finishes and skin tones reading accurately, which matters in hospitality and residential spaces.
12) Where can I get install and spec documentation for the Modern Forms Vox FR-W1802?
Modern Forms publishes both an installation guide and a specification sheet for the Vox, and both are attached to the product record for download. Pull the spec sheet if you are submitting for approval and the install guide for the rough-in and downrod details.
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