Visual Comfort Ash 8 Bronze Outdoor Wall Sconce | Sean Lavin | IP65 | 2700K or 3000K

The Ash 8 Outdoor Wall Sconce by Sean Lavin for Visual Comfort Modern is a precisely engineered architectural exterior fixture — a low-profile aluminum cylinder with a clear diffuser that distributes light cleanly downward and outward, making it equally effective as a functional entry light or a carefully considered accent along a facade or walkway. The Bronze finish is a rich, warm dark tone that reads well against masonry, cedar, painted stucco, and modern board-and-batten siding. Its industrial restraint — no ornamental detailing, no decorative hardware, just clean cylindrical form — gives it wide compatibility across residential and commercial exterior vocabularies.

The Ash 8 is available in two wattage configurations — 8W (298–497 lm) for softer, accent-grade output, or 18.1W (up to 1,189 lm) for stronger, area-coverage illumination — and in two color temperatures, 2700K for a warm, inviting glow or 3000K for a crisper neutral-warm tone. All configurations run on a universal 120–277V driver, dim smoothly via 0-10V or ELV-compatible systems, carry a 90+ CRI for high color fidelity, and are rated to IP65 for full wet-location exposure. An optional surge protection add-on is available for installations in areas prone to electrical surges. The fixture is also Dark Sky compliant — removing the diffuser directs light downward and eliminates upward spill for communities with dark sky ordinances.

At 9.9 inches wide and 7.5 inches tall, the Ash 8 is compact enough for single installations flanking a door or window, and clean enough in form to repeat as a series down a long exterior wall or along a path. It pairs naturally with the Ash 12 and Ash 10 sconces for multi-fixture exterior programs, as well as with the broader Tech Lighting outdoor collection for a unified site lighting approach. LED life is rated at L70 greater than 60,000 hours, and the fixture is backed by a 5-year warranty.

Designer: Sean Lavin | Brand: Visual Comfort & Co. — Modern Collection

Specifications

• Light Source: Integrated LED
• Wattage Options: 8W (low output) or 18.1W (high output)
• Lumens: 298–497 lm (8W) | up to 1,189 lm (18.1W)
• Color Temperature: 2700K or 3000K
• CRI: 90+
• Dimensions: 9.9"W × 7.5"H × 8" depth
• Material: Aluminum | Bronze finish
• Voltage: Universal 120–277V
• Dimming: 0-10V, ELV compatible
• IP Rating: IP65 — Wet location rated
• Dark Sky: Compliant (remove diffuser for full cutoff)
• LED Life: L70 > 60,000 hours
• Warranty: 5 years
• Options: Surge protection available (+$30)
• SKUs:
  • 2700K / 8W / No option — MD-VCC-700OWASHL9278CZUNV
  • 2700K / 8W / Surge Protection — MD-VCC-700OWASHL9278CZUNVSP
  • 2700K / 18W / No option — MD-VCC-700OWASHH9278CZUNV
  • 2700K / 18W / Surge Protection — MD-VCC-700OWASHH9278CZUNVSP
  • 3000K / 8W / No option — MD-VCC-700OWASHL9308CZUNV
  • 3000K / 8W / Surge Protection — MD-VCC-700OWASHL9308CZUNVSP
  • 3000K / 18W / No option — MD-VCC-700OWASHH9308CZUNV
  • 3000K / 18W / Surge Protection — MD-VCC-700OWASHH9308CZUNVSP

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the difference between the 8W and 18W configurations?
A: The 8W configuration produces a softer, accent-level output (298–497 lm) and is ideal for flanking entries, lighting pathways, or adding subtle facade texture. The 18.1W version outputs up to 1,189 lm and is better suited for areas needing clear visibility — garage entries, covered porches, commercial building entrances, or anywhere stronger area coverage is required.

Q: Is the Ash 8 Dark Sky compliant?
A: Yes — with the diffuser installed it is Dark Sky friendly. Removing the diffuser entirely creates a full-cutoff downlight that eliminates all upward light emission, satisfying the most stringent dark sky ordinances in residential subdivisions and rural communities.

Q: Does the surge protection option make a significant difference?
A: Surge protection is recommended for installations in coastal areas, regions with frequent thunderstorms, or any location connected to circuits that power HVAC equipment or other large loads. It protects the LED driver from voltage spikes that could shorten the fixture's lifespan.

Q: Can the Ash 8 be used in a covered or uncovered outdoor application?
A: Yes to both. The IP65 wet rating means the fixture is rated for direct rain exposure — uncovered facades, open porches, and exposed building corners are all suitable applications.

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