Visual Comfort Aerial 55 LED Chandelier by Sean Lavin – 55-Inch, Dimmable, Damp Rated

Over a dining table, in a double-height entry or at the center of a primary suite, the Aerial 55 LED Chandelier (55" wide) can carry the room. Start with the table and ceiling numbers below.

Damp rated · Outdoor under cover · Dimmable · ELV/TRIAC · Integrated LED · 2,999 lm · 90 CRI · 3000K · CA Title 24

Where the Aerial 55 LED Chandelier works in the house

Dining rooms. Center it over the table, not the room, with the bottom 30–36 inches above the tabletop. A fixture about half to three-quarters of the table width keeps the proportions comfortable.

Entries and stairwells. In a two-story foyer hang it so the lowest point clears sightlines from the landing; use the stems to reach the right height and keep 7 feet clear underneath.

Primary bedrooms and living rooms. Centered over the bed or a seating group, a chandelier works as a soft ambient layer on a dimmer.

Room planner: size, height and placement

The numbers below come from the manufacturer's specifications and our own placement rules, worked out for the Aerial 55 LED Chandelier.

• Rectangular table: at least 61" wide (55" fixture + 6")
• Round table: about 73–110" across (fixture = ½ to ¾ of the table)
• Hanging height over the table: bottom of the fixture 30–36" over the tabletop
• In a room with an 8 ft ceiling: overall height about 30–36"
• With a 9 ft ceiling: overall height about 42–48"
• With a 10 ft ceiling: overall height about 54–60"
• Hall, stair or walk-through: ceiling at least 8 ft to keep 7 ft of clearance under the fixture
• Taller ceilings: up to 72" overall with the included stems
• On a sloped ceiling: Sloped ceilings up to 15°

Ceiling and table figures are our calculation for standard room dimensions, so measure your space. Have a licensed electrician install hardwired fixtures.

Pulling the room together

Layer it with wall sconces on the dining-room walls or a buffet lamp, and keep the chandelier on a dimmer so dinner and homework can share the table. Echo the finish in the sideboard hardware or mirror frame.

For commercial and multi-unit projects

For restaurants, boutique hotels and clubhouses, specify one fixture per table bay or a line of identical fixtures down the room. Send us the ceiling heights and table plan and we will help with sizes, stem counts and dimming.

Specifications

• Brand: Visual Comfort & Co., Modern Collection
• Designer: Sean Lavin
• Model: Aerial 55 Chandelier (700ARL55)
• Series: Aerial
• Type: Integrated LED chandelier, rod (stem) mounted
• Finishes: Matte Black
• Diameter: 55" (139.7 cm)
• Fixture height: 7" (17.8 cm)
• Maximum overall height: 72" with all included stems
• Stems included: (4) 12in and (2) 6in rigid stems in coordinating finish
• Canopy: 4.5" x 4.5" Round
• Sloped ceiling: Sloped ceilings up to 15°
• Weight: 10 lb
• Light source: Integrated LED (included)
• Wattage: 47.2 W
• Light output: 2,999 delivered lumens
• Color temperature: 3000K
• Color rendering: 90 CRI
• Voltage: 120V
• Dimming: Dimmable with most LED-compatible ELV or TRIAC dimmers
• Rating: Indoor damp; outdoor under cover
• Materials: Aluminum and aluminum
• California Title 24: Compliant
• Item numbers (MPN): 700ARL55B-LED930

Manufacturer downloads (Visual Comfort):

• Spec sheet (PDF)
• Installation guide (PDF)
• Life-size paper template (PDF) – print and tape to the ceiling to preview the size
• IES photometric file (ZIP) – for lighting designers
• Revit model (ZIP) – for architects

When another fixture is the better call

• Anyone who needs a brass, nickel or white finish: Aerial is made in Matte Black only.
• Fully exposed outdoor locations: it is rated for covered outdoor spaces, not direct rain.
• Anyone who wants 2700K or 3500K or tunable white: it comes in 3000K only.
• Commercial 277V circuits: this version is 120V.

More sizes in the same family

Other sizes and versions in the family: Aerial 40 and Aerial 60.

Care, cleaning and upkeep

The LED is built in, so there are no bulbs to buy or replace. Dust the frame with a dry microfiber cloth, power off. Installation is hardwired, so use a licensed electrician.

Questions about using it in your space

What size table does the Aerial 55 LED Chandelier suit?

Rectangular: at least 61" wide (55" fixture + 6"). Round: about 73–110" across (fixture = ½ to ¾ of the table).

How high should the Aerial 55 LED Chandelier hang over the table?

Bottom of the fixture 30–36" over the tabletop.

What ceiling height does the Aerial 55 LED Chandelier need?

8 ft ceiling: overall height about 30–36"; 9 ft ceiling: overall height about 42–48"; 10 ft ceiling: overall height about 54–60". Figures are our calculation for a standard table or 36-inch counter, so measure yours.

Can the Aerial 55 LED Chandelier hang in an entry or stairwell?

Ceiling at least 8 ft to keep 7 ft of clearance under the fixture. Up to 72" overall with the included stems.

Does the Aerial 55 LED Chandelier work on a sloped ceiling?

Sloped ceilings up to 15°.

Can the Aerial 55 LED Chandelier go over an outdoor dining table?

Its listed rating is indoor damp; outdoor under cover; keep it under a roof.

Specifying for a project

Designers, architects, contractors and hospitality buyers can join our trade program for project pricing and help specifying quantities, finishes and color temperatures across a job.

Delivery

Versions we have available typically leave within 2–3 business days. Ground shipping is free on orders over $100 to the contiguous 48 states. All sales are final: please inspect the delivery and report any damage within 48 hours.

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