{"product_id":"bau-50-inch-linear-led-pendant-light-by-visual-comfort-co","title":"Visual Comfort Bau 50 Linear Suspension | Sean Lavin | Bauhaus LED | Black or Natural Brass","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Bau 50 Linear Suspension by Sean Lavin for Visual Comfort Modern is the Bauhaus aesthetic applied at dining-table scale — a 49.2-inch linear fixture composed of two precision-stamped metal plates that graze each other along their length, integrated LEDs housed between them producing an upward-grazing indirect glow that flatters the fixture's own geometry as much as it illuminates the room. It is a lighting object designed to read as a floating architectural element above the dining surface: long, thin, deliberate, and utterly resolved in its geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bau 50 delivers 58.3W across its integrated LED modules, producing 1,211 lumens at 3000K from a light source calibrated for intimate ambient illumination rather than high-output task lighting. Two sets of (2) × 6\" and (4) × 12\" rigid stems provide height adjustment, and the fixture is compatible with sloped ceilings. Due to its substantial weight, the ceiling junction box must be rated for a minimum of 150 lbs. Dimmable with ELV and TRIAC dimmers on 120V–277V. Damp rated, ETL listed, Title 24 compliant. Available in Nightshade Black and Natural Brass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy It Works in Your Space\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Bau 50 is proportioned to hang above dining tables 60–84 inches long — the VC recommendation is to select a linear fixture no more than two-thirds the length of the table, making it ideal for a 72–84\" table. Its indirect LED output means the fixture glows against the plates rather than projecting a hard cone downward, producing a warm, diffused light that flatters the dining experience without hot spots or glare. The grazing effect on the metal plates creates a visual dimension to the fixture when illuminated — it is as interesting to look at as it is functional. Pair with a Bau 18 or Bau 28 pendant over a parallel island for a fully coordinated Bau kitchen and dining scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sean Lavin | \u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bau | \u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Visual Comfort Modern (Visual Comfort \u0026amp; Co., Houston, TX) | ETL Listed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 49.2\" (nominal 50\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishes: Nightshade Black | Natural Brass (living finish)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight Source: Integrated LED — 58.3W, 1,211 lumens, 3000K, 90 CRI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoltage: 120V–277V universal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimming: ELV and TRIAC compatible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStems: Two sets of (2) × 6\" + (4) × 12\" rigid stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJ-Box Requirement: Minimum 150-lb rated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation Rating: Damp rated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertifications: ETL Listed | Title 24\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What dining table length suits the Bau 50?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: As a rule of thumb, a linear pendant should be no more than two-thirds the length of the table below it. The Bau 50 (49.2\") is ideally proportioned for dining tables 72–84 inches long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why does it require a 150-lb junction box?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: The Bau 50 is a substantial fixture due to its metal plate construction and length. Always verify your ceiling junction box is rated for the fixture's weight before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does the Bau 50 produce indirect light?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: The integrated LEDs are housed between the two stamped metal plates and shine outward along the plate edges, creating a grazing effect on the metal surfaces. This produces soft, warm indirect light rather than a direct downward beam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can it be used with a Bau pendant in the same space?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Yes — the Bau family is designed for coordinated installation. A Bau 50 over a dining table paired with a Bau 18 over a kitchen island creates a fully cohesive Bauhaus-inspired lighting scheme in a connected open-plan space.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Visual Comfort \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Nightshade Black","offer_id":47943445676246,"sku":"MD-VCC-700LSBAU50B-LED930","price":2599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Natural Brass","offer_id":47943445709014,"sku":"MD-VCC-700LSBAU50NB-LED930","price":3899.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/1264\/8406\/files\/TL_Bau50Linear_APP2_700LSBAU50B-LED930.jpg?v=1773682530","url":"https:\/\/metropolitandecor.com\/products\/bau-50-inch-linear-led-pendant-light-by-visual-comfort-co","provider":"MetropolitanDecor.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}