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Review on ๐Ÿ’ก RL460WH930PK LED Retrofit Downlight Recessed Module by Jordan Ford

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Best LED upgrade I've ever tried

This is the best LED downlight upgrade I have tried. The color rendering is excellent. The light is excellent compared to the incandescent bulbs they replaced and much better than the compact fluorescent bulbs. with the block so its appearance is cleaner than the two-piece downlight reflector, and the finish is replaced with a visible seam where the ring meets the reflector. Spring tubes are easier to use than the spring wires that come with other modifications . So the question is: why buy this over models that are 1/2 more expensive? This light is IC compatible.3. CRI is better than less expensive options.4. Multiple color temperatures are available.5. It comes with a foam insulating ring that encloses the fixture to prevent HVAC from leaking into the unconditioned space above. It's definitely a good choice for high-traffic areas where color is important, bathrooms where damp or moisture-resistant fixtures are required, or installations recessed into attics. OTOH, in sedentary, dry areas with no air leak issues, a lower cost option can be more cost effective. My least favorite detail? 1. The foam gasket that runs airtight around the fairing appears to be rolled up in the instructions and never creases, making installation a bit tricky - not to mention the foam doesn't adhere to the mount at all. You'll see what I mean when you install this thing and remember you forgot the foam! 2. For some reason, not every unit comes with an insulating protective box covering the quick connector on the outlet. I didn't install it in a humid place so that wasn't a problem, but the fact that some of them were missing was weird. The box is also quite large, so removing the pedestal mount from an existing mount is a must. How difficult this is depends on how the bracket attaches to the countersunk can.3. Attaching the ground strap is the trickiest part as you have to try and tighten the wing nut or bolt in the tightest of spaces above your head. In summary: I love these modifications, they are easy to install, they look great and give off great light, and they are a great choice for a kitchen or bathroom and deserve a higher price tag than other options.

Pros
  • Module design includes LED, heatsink, reflector, lens, bezel and bezel Rugged die-cast aluminum construction with matte white finish Color Temperature: 3000K Compatible with standard 4" rackmount housings: HALO, All-Proโ„ข and above Flexible mounting with friction paddles Dimmable up to 5% with select dimmers Wet and wet locations listed (shower) Approved for IC, ICAT and can be used in non-IC packages AIR-TITEโ„ข Certified to ASTM-E283 Rugged cast crystal Construction Field Representative
Cons
  • Not sure