Blackjack Lighting A7 Disk 7-Inch LED Light with Emergency Battery Backup

Some lights cannot simply go dark when the power does. The A7 Disk Emergency Backup is a slim 7-inch LED surface mount for hallways, stair landings, exit routes, elevator lobbies, laundry and utility rooms, garages and rental units: anywhere people still need to find their way during an outage. Day to day it is a quiet, Modern disk on the ceiling or wall that suits Transitional and contemporary interiors; when the power fails, its onboard battery keeps it lit for 90 minutes or more.

The light is clean and comfortable. A frosted acrylic diffuser spreads 900 lumens from a 14 W integrated LED with no visible hot spot, and 90 CRI keeps skin tones, wood and paint colors natural. Color temperature is set on the fixture with a switch (2700K to 5000K, 3000K standard), and it dims on TRIAC at 120V or 0-10V on 120-277V circuits. A test switch and indicator light make routine battery checks quick, and the battery pack is replaceable.

Why it works for egress and everyday light

• Battery backup built in: runs 90 minutes or more when the power fails, with no separate emergency unit to mount.
• Easy to check: an indicator light and test switch on the fixture for routine testing.
• Serviceable: the battery pack (Part No. 96112) is included and replaceable.
• One fixture, five color temperatures: select 2700K, 3000K, 3500K, 4000K or 5000K on site to match the rest of the building.
• Wet location rated: suitable for covered entries, bathrooms and other damp or wet spots.
• Fast install: a snap-in bracket on a standard junction box, plus an earthquake safety strap.

Where to use it

• Hallways and corridors: space fixtures roughly 8 to 10 ft apart down the center line for even light and a lit path in an outage.
• Stairs and landings: mount one over each landing so the treads stay visible.
• Exits, lobbies and common areas: multifamily buildings, hotels, offices, clinics and schools.
• Homes and rentals: entry halls, garages, basements and laundry rooms where a power cut would leave people in the dark.

Specifications

• Brand: Blackjack Lighting, Buffalo Grove, Illinois
• Part numbers: A7D-07R-WH-27D-30K-EM (White); A7D-07R-BL-27D-30K-EM (Matte Black); A7D-07R-BN-27D-30K-EM (Brushed Nickel)
• Series: A-Series Disk, Commercial Series
• Diameter: 7.0 in (17.7 cm)
• Height: 1.05 in (2.67 cm)
• Diffuser: 5.5 in (14 cm) frosted acrylic lens; 0.75 in (1.9 cm) trim
• Light source: Integrated LED (24V), 14 W
• Output: 900 lumens (measured at 3000K)
• Color temperature: 2700K, 3000K, 3500K, 4000K or 5000K, switch-selectable (3000K default)
• Color rendering: 90 CRI
• Input: 120VAC or 120-277VAC
• Dimming: TRIAC (120VAC) and/or 0-10V (120-277VAC)
• Emergency backup: integral battery, 90 minutes or more; indicator light and test switch; replaceable battery pack Part No. 96112 (3.5 W) included
• Finishes: White (standard), Matte Black or Brushed Nickel
• Construction: durable plastic housing with frosted acrylic diffuser
• Mounting: snap-in bracket for a standard junction box; ceiling or wall; earthquake safety strap included
• Weight: 1.0 lb (0.45 kg)
• Rating: wet location (spec sheet); JA8 / Title 24 and ETL marks on the spec sheet
• Warranty: 3 years on the LED light source and LED power supply; 1 year on materials and workmanship (original buyer, US and Canada)

Downloads

• A7 Disk Emergency Backup spec sheet (PDF)
• A Disk Emergency Backup installation instructions (PDF)
• A7 Disk Emergency Backup LM-79 report (PDF)

About Blackjack Lighting and Stephen Blackman

Blackjack Lighting is a design- and technology-driven lighting maker based in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, outside Chicago. It is led by industrial designer Stephen Blackman, its President and Chief Design Officer. A Syracuse University industrial design graduate, he entered the lighting industry in 1984 at Sonneman Design Group and founded his own studio, Blackman Design Associates, in 1988, designing for manufacturers such as Kichler Lighting before launching Blackjack in 2013. His focus has always been practical: fixtures built around LED light from the start, with even, glare-free light for real work, including light that stays on when the power goes out.

FAQ

How long does it stay on in a power outage?

The maker rates the battery run time at 90 minutes or more. Use the test switch and indicator light to confirm the battery is charged and ready.

How is it wired?

The bracket screws to a standard junction box and the battery pack snaps onto the fixture. Connect line, neutral and ground, plus the purple and pink leads if you use 0-10V dimming. Have a qualified electrician install it; the installation instructions above show each step.

Which dimmer do I need?

On 120V circuits use a TRIAC (phase) dimmer; on 120-277V commercial circuits use a 0-10V control. Cap the 0-10V leads if you dim by TRIAC.

Can it go on a wall or outdoors under cover?

Yes. It mounts on a ceiling or wall junction box and the spec sheet rates it for wet locations, so covered entries and bathrooms are fine.

Does it meet emergency lighting code?

It provides 90 or more minutes of battery light, which is what most egress requirements look for, but code rules vary. Confirm the requirement with your local inspector before you order.

Please note: Because this item is made to order or specially sourced, it is final sale.