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CSL Forme

Recessed Downlights

Where performance begins - built with the same optics and LED technology that define CSL's premium lines, CSL Forme delivers exceptional glare-free light quality in a simplified, accessible form.
Single-Power Switchable-Power
CSL Forme LIGHTING
UL
Dimmable
Wet Location
JA-8
5 years
IC Rated
Airtight
CSL Forme represents where performance begins — a lighting collection designed to bring CSL’s trusted quality, precision engineering, and architectural refinement to every project. Built with the same optics and LED technology that define CSL’s premium lines, CSL Forme delivers exceptional glare-free light quality in a simplified, accessible form.

Clean lines, minimal silhouettes, and reliable quick-ship availability make CSL Forme the go-to choice for spaces that demand efficiency without compromise. Whether illuminating commercial, hospitality, or residential spaces, CSL Forme keeps projects on track, on time, and aligned with budget goals — all while maintaining the performance and design integrity CSL is known for.

From concept to completion, CSL Forme is the starting point of great design — grounded, reliable, and brilliantly executed.
LED Light Engine 55K hours
LED Light Engine
High quality LEDs chosen with 2 SDCM binning. LED lifetime 55,000 hours.
SilentVU<sup>™</sup> Optic Technology
SilentVU Optic Technology
Removes harsh glare and provides perfectly soft, even light.
Shallow Plenum Housing
Shallow Plenum Housing
New construction housings engineered to fit within 2 ½" above the ceiling.

Options

LED light engine performance
3"
RATED WATTAGES SWITCHABLE-POWER 8W/12W
SINGLE-POWER 12W
DELIVERED LUMENS UP TO 1136 LM
EFFICACY UP TO 115 LPW
SILENT VU OPTICS Minimal Glare
CCT @ 90 CRI 2700K, 3000K, 3500K
LED LIFETIME
>55,000 HRS @ L80
SWITCHABLE-POWER SUPPLY
SINGLE-POWER SUPPLY
INPUT VOLTAGE
120V 50/60Hz
120/277V 50/60Hz
DIMMING
TRIAC & ELV dims to 5%
TRIAC, ELV and 0-10V, dims to 1%
SERVICEABILITY
Below ceiling access
MIN PLENUM HEIGHT
2 1/2"

TRIM

CSL Forme Downlights are available with round or square one-piece trims in black or semi gloss white, or dual color trims in champagne, black with white flange, champagne with white flange, or silver with white flange
 
Smooth Round One-Piece Trim
Smooth Round Flangeless Trim
Round Standard Trim, Dead Front
Round Fixed Standard Trim
Round Fixed Standard Trim
Round Fixed Standard Trim
Round Fixed Standard Trim
Round Fixed Standard Trim
Round Fixed Standard Trim
Round Fixed Trimless Reflector
Round Fixed Wall Wash Trim
Round Adjustable Wet Location Regressed Trim
Smooth Square One-Piece Trim
Square Fixed Standard Trim
Square Fixed Standard Trim
Square Fixed Standard Trim
Square Fixed Standard Trim
Square Fixed Standard Trim
Square Fixed Standard Trim
Square Standard Trim, Wall Wash
Square Adjustable Wet Location Regressed Trim