Chara 16 Black Outdoor LED Wall Sconce by Visual Comfort & Co

The Chara 16 Outdoor Wall Sconce by Sean Lavin for Visual Comfort Modern is a slim, cylindrical aluminum column that delivers up-and-down outdoor illumination in a form that reads more as architecture than fixture. At 17.2 inches tall and just 2.7 inches wide, it produces 1,286 lumens of 3000K warm white light through two openings — one pointing up, one pointing down — creating a clean vertical beam effect that marks walls, entries, and facades without calling attention to the hardware itself. IP65 wet-rated, die-cast aluminum with powder coat finish and stainless steel hardware. Suitable for commercial and residential exterior applications in any climate.

The Chara 16 runs on a 11.9W integrated LED with a universal 120–277V driver and integrated 2.5KV surge protection — specification-grade hardware that makes it equally suited for residential and commercial use. L70 rated at 60,000+ hours. Dimmable with 0-10V, ELV, and TRIAC systems. The field-serviceable LED makes long-term maintenance straightforward without fixture replacement. Black finish only.

The Chara family includes round (16, 26) and square (12, 26) variants, all sharing the same industrial-modern up/down light output and IP65 outdoor construction. The 16-inch round is the compact residential-scale entry — well-suited to standard entryways, porch columns, and pathway marking where the 26-inch would be oversized.

Designer: Sean Lavin | Brand: Visual Comfort Modern

Specifications

• Height: 17.2"
• Width: 2.7"
• Depth / Extension: 4.5"
• Weight: 3 lbs
• Light source: Integrated LED (field serviceable)
• Wattage: 11.9W
• Lumens: 1,286 lm
• Color temperature: 3000K
• CRI: 90
• Voltage: 120V–277V Universal
• Surge protection: Integrated 2.5 kV
• Dimming: 0-10V, ELV, and TRIAC
• LED lifespan: L70 > 60,000 hours
• Light direction: Up and down
• Location rating: ETL Listed, Wet Rated, IP65
• Material: Die-cast aluminum, powder coat finish, stainless steel hardware
• Finish/SKU: Black (700OWCHA93017BUDUNVS)
• Warranty: 5 years

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the difference between the Chara 16 round and the Chara Square 12?
A: The Chara 16 round is 17.2 inches tall with a cylindrical profile; the Chara Square 12 is 12.3 inches tall with a square cross-section. Both produce the same 1,286-lumen, 3000K, IP65 output. Round is more traditional/architectural in feel; square is more industrial-modern.

Q: Can the Chara 16 be used indoors?
A: Yes — IP65 wet-rated fixtures are approved for any indoor application. The Chara's industrial profile works particularly well in commercial interiors, warehouses, stairwells, and contemporary loft environments.

Q: Is the LED replaceable in the field?
A: Yes — the Chara uses a field-serviceable LED module. This means the LED can be replaced by a qualified technician without replacing the entire fixture — an important consideration for commercial and high-use installations.

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