Blackjack Lighting Acrylic Globe 3-Inch LED Mini Pendant, Bubbles, Clear or Frosted

Small globes do their best work in groups. Hang three or four Acrylic Globe pendants in a row over a kitchen island or bar counter, drop a pair beside a bed in place of nightstand lamps, or gather a loose cluster over a stairwell, an entry or a breakfast table. At just 3 inches across, each one keeps sightlines open while adding sparkle, which is why the globe works as well in a restaurant, hotel lobby or reception area as it does in a Modern or Scandinavian kitchen at home.

The sphere is optical acrylic lit by an integrated LED, so light spreads evenly in all directions instead of dropping in a hard cone. Each pendant gives 133 lumens of warm 3000K light at 90 CRI, enough to make a counter glow and to keep food, wood and skin tones looking natural. Choose Bubbles for a playful, effervescent look, Clear Dimpled for a crisp jewel of light, or Frosted for the softest, most even glow, then pick a Matte Black, White or Polished Chrome socket to match your hardware. The 5-inch canopy holds a universal dimming driver, so each light installs on a standard junction box.

Why it works in multiples

• Light all around: the 3 in acrylic sphere glows in every direction, so a row brightens the room as well as the surface below
• Three diffusers: Bubbles, Clear Dimpled or Frosted change the character of the light from sparkling to soft
• True color: 90 CRI keeps food, finishes and faces looking natural
• Simple install: the 5 in canopy has an integrated 120-277V driver and sits over a standard ceiling junction box
• Dims smoothly: universal dimming on TRIAC, ELV or 0-10V controls for homes and commercial systems
• Hang height you choose: 96 in cable is field adjustable from 2 in to 96 in, ideal for tall or vaulted ceilings

Where to use it

• Kitchen island or bar: hang three to five in a straight line, spaced evenly with about 6 in or more clear at each end, with the globe bottoms 30 to 36 in above the counter.
• Bedside: drop one on each side of the bed, about 18 to 24 in above the nightstand top, to free up table space.
• Entry, stair or foyer: stagger several at different heights for a floating cluster that reads well from below and from the landing.
• Restaurants, hotels and reception desks: use a repeated row over a host stand, bar or front desk for a consistent, branded look.

Specifications

• Brand: Blackjack Lighting, Buffalo Grove, Illinois
• Part numbers: SP-GLS-[diffuser]-03-[finish]-30K-3W-SP5, where diffuser is BU (Bubbles), CL (Clear Dimpled) or FR (Frosted) and finish is BL (Matte Black), WH (White) or PC (Polished Chrome); for example SP-GLS-CL-03-BL-30K-3W-SP5
• Series: Spec Series
• Globe: 3 in (7.6 cm) diameter
• Socket cap: 2 in (5.1 cm) tall
• Canopy: 5 in (12.7 cm) diameter x 0.8 in (2.0 cm), integrated driver
• Cable: 96 in (244 cm), field adjustable from 2 in to 96 in (5.1 to 244 cm)
• Light source: Integrated LED (24V), 3 W
• Output: 133 lumens at 3000K
• Color temperature: 3000K (warm white)
• Color rendering: 90 CRI
• Input: 120-277V universal driver in the canopy
• Dimming: Universal: TRIAC, ELV, 0-10V
• Finishes: Matte Black, White or Polished Chrome socket
• Diffuser: Optical acrylic: Bubbles, Clear Dimpled or Frosted
• Mounting: 5 in round canopy over a standard ceiling junction box
• Rating: IP20, indoor; ETL listed
• Warranty: 3 years on the LED light source and LED power supply; 1 year on materials and workmanship (original buyer, US and Canada)

Downloads

• Acrylic Globe 3 in spec sheet (PDF)
• Acrylic Globe installation instructions (PDF)
• Globe pendants 3 in IES files (ZIP)

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, like this small globe that puts even, glare-free light exactly where a row of pendants needs it.

FAQ

How many globes should I hang over an island?

Three globes suit most 6 to 8 ft islands; use four or five on longer counters. Space them evenly, leave at least 6 in from each end of the counter, and hang the globe bottoms 30 to 36 in above the surface.

Does it need a separate driver or transformer?

No. This version uses the 5 in canopy, which holds a universal 120-277V driver and mounts over a standard ceiling junction box. Each pendant needs its own box.

Can I hang it from a high or vaulted ceiling?

Yes. The 96 in cable adjusts in the field from 2 in to 96 in, so you can set each globe at the height you want on tall ceilings. The installation instructions above show how to shorten the cable at the canopy.

Which diffuser should I choose?

Frosted gives the most even, glare-free glow; Clear Dimpled shows a bright point of light with sparkle; Bubbles adds texture and pattern. All three use the same 3 W LED.

Is it dimmable, and are there bulbs to replace?

Yes, it dims on TRIAC, ELV or 0-10V controls. The LED is built in, and Blackjack covers the LED and power supply for three years.

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