Visual Comfort Kai 1 LED Pendant by Sean Lavin – 12-Inch, Dimmable, Damp Rated

Choosing pendants is mostly arithmetic: counter length, ceiling height and spacing. The Kai 1 LED Pendant (12" wide) comes with those numbers worked out below.

Damp rated · Outdoor under cover · Dimmable · ELV/TRIAC · Integrated LED · 638 lm · 90 CRI · 3000K · CA Title 24

Where the Kai 1 LED Pendant works in the house

Kitchen islands and breakfast bars. Hang them in a row centered on the island, with the bottom of each shade 30–36 inches above the counter. Space the centers to suit the island length so the row ends short of the overhang.

Dining tables and banquettes. Two or three over a table read as a set; keep the line centered and the lowest point about 30–36 inches above the top.

Bedsides, offices and entries. Singles or pairs replace table lamps beside a bed and free the nightstand, or mark a small entry or reading nook.

Room planner: size, height and placement

The numbers below come from the manufacturer's specifications and our own placement rules, worked out for the Kai 1 LED Pendant.

• Over an island or counter: bottom of the pendant 30–36" above the surface
• How many for your island: 6 ft island: 3; 8 ft island: 4; 10 ft island: 4 (about 24" between centers, 6" or more in from each end)
• Over a dining table: hang two or three in a row along the table, 30–36" above the top
• 8 ft ceiling, 36" counter: overall drop about 24–30"
• 9 ft ceiling, 36" counter: overall drop about 36–42"
• 10 ft ceiling, 36" counter: overall drop about 48–54"
• Hall, stair or walk-through: keep at least 7 ft from the floor to the bottom of the pendant
• On a sloped ceiling: Sloped ceilings up to 45°

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

Keep the pendant row on its own dimmer and add recessed or under-cabinet light for tasks. Match the metal to the cabinet pulls or faucet and let the counter stools carry the second material.

For commercial and multi-unit projects

For cafés, bars, hotel lobbies and restaurant counters, repeat the same pendant at a fixed pitch along the bar and specify one finish and one drop height across the whole run. We can total up quantities and spacing for your plan.

Specifications

• Brand: Visual Comfort & Co., Modern Collection
• Designer: Sean Lavin
• Model: Kai 1 Pendant (700TDKAI1)
• Series: Kai
• Type: Integrated LED pendant, cord/cable hung
• Finishes: Matte White, Nightshade Black and Plated Brass
• Diameter: 12" (30.5 cm)
• Fixture height: 20.5" (52.1 cm)
• Maximum hanging height: 165.3"
• Minimum overall height: 27.3"
• Included: 12 feet of field-cuttable black cloth cord
• Canopy: 5.5" x 5.5" Round
• Sloped ceiling: Sloped ceilings up to 45°
• Weight: 10 lb
• Light source: Integrated LED (included)
• Wattage: 12.5 W
• Light output: 638 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
• LED life: L70 50,000 hours (Visual Comfort spec sheet)
• Warranty: 5 years (Visual Comfort)
• California Title 24: Compliant
• Item numbers (MPN): 700TDKAI1W-LED930, 700TDKAI1B-LED930, 700TDKAI1BR-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 wanting a solid, glare-free shade: you see the light between the rods.
• Low ceilings: the pendant itself is 20.5" tall, so plan where it hangs carefully under an 8-foot ceiling.
• 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.
• Anyone who needs bright task light from one fixture: plan extra lighting.

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

How many Kai 1 LED Pendant fixtures do I need over an island?

6 ft island: 3; 8 ft island: 4; 10 ft island: 4 (about 24" between centers, 6" or more in from each end).

How high should the Kai 1 LED Pendant hang over a counter or table?

Bottom of the pendant 30–36" above the surface. Over a table: hang two or three in a row along the table, 30–36" above the top.

What drop works with an 8, 9 or 10 foot ceiling?

8 ft ceiling: overall drop about 24–30"; 9 ft ceiling: overall drop about 36–42"; 10 ft ceiling: overall drop about 48–54". Figures are our calculation for a standard table or 36-inch counter, so measure yours.

Can the Kai 1 LED Pendant hang in a hallway or stair?

Keep at least 7 ft from the floor to the bottom of the pendant.

Can the Kai 1 LED Pendant go on a sloped ceiling?

Sloped ceilings up to 45°. Use the sloped-ceiling canopy where needed.

Is the Kai 1 LED Pendant suitable for a covered patio or bathroom?

Its listed rating is indoor damp; outdoor under cover. Keep it out of direct rain.

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.