YIIZON 5" and 6" Recessed Can Light Conversion Kit, Fixture Upgrade, Pendant & Hanging Light, Ceiling Fan Compatible, 7¾ Inch Flat Steel Ceiling Medallion, Black Finish

Why I reached for this kit

I had two recessed cans that were begging for an upgrade: one in a kitchen nook where a pendant would make more sense, and another in a stuffy hallway where a low-profile ceiling fan could actually move air. I didn’t want to cut drywall, patch a hole, or fish new wiring for a junction box. The YIIZON conversion kit promised a cleaner path: adapt the existing 5" or 6" can, hide the gap, and give me a sturdy mounting point for either a pendant or a small fan. That’s exactly the use case I tested—one pendant and one compact fan—using the black-finish version.

What’s included and first impressions

Out of the box, the kit is straightforward: a flat 7¾-inch steel medallion, a bracket system that anchors to the can housing, a medium-base socket adapter, and the necessary screws. The black finish looks good and feels tough; it matched my matte black fan canopy nicely and did a great job disguising the old can opening. The steel plate is heavy enough to sit flat and not oil-can when tightened.

The socket adapter is a simple but smart inclusion—screw it into the existing recessed socket, and you’ve got a code-appropriate line-voltage connection without opening up the ceiling. The overall package is utilitarian in a positive way: nothing fancy, just the parts you need to make a clean conversion.

Installation: what actually happens overhead

If you’re comfortable swapping a light fixture, this is within reach. It’s not difficult, but it is an overhead job, which makes small tasks feel trickier than they are. Here’s how my installs went:

• Power off at the breaker. I pulled the trim and baffle from each can and verified power was truly off with a tester.
• Bracket set-up. The bracket attaches to the metal rim of the can housing using self-tapping screws. On both of my cans, the screws bit into the thin metal fine—but starting those screws on the curved surface is the toughest part of the whole process. I pre-drilled tiny pilot holes with the smallest bit I own and used a nut driver to keep the screws from wandering. That made a big difference.
• Alignment matters. Make sure the bottom edge of the bracket sits perfectly flush with the ceiling plane. If it’s tilted or proud, the medallion won’t sit tight and your canopy might rock. I dry-fitted the plate to confirm alignment before fully tightening.
• Socket adapter and wiring. The medium-base adapter threads into the original can socket and gives you lead wires for your new fixture. It’s a clean solution, and in both installs I had enough lead length to make comfortable connections. If you’re adding a fan, check the manufacturer’s canopy and bracket setup; most small fans will mate right up with this adapter and the plate, but you want to plan your wire routing before you commit.
• Medallion and canopy. The 7¾-inch plate cleanly covered my 6-inch can openings with a consistent reveal. On a lightly textured ceiling, it sat flat with no gaps. On a more uneven surface, a thin bead of paintable caulk around the edge would perfect the look.

For the pendant conversion, the job was a solo endeavor. For the fan, I strongly recommend a helper—holding a fan motor while you set screws on a ladder is an awkward dance best done by two people. If you’re solo, set up a stable platform and have everything staged within reach.

Build quality and design

The medallion is a highlight: a simple flat disk that’s rigid and well finished. It turns a messy, oversized hole into a deliberate design element. The black finish blends well with dark canopies and looks purposeful rather than like a cover-up.

The bracketry is light-gauge but appropriate for the purpose. Because it attaches to the can’s own housing, the true strength of your installation is only as good as that can’s mounting. New-construction cans anchored to framing are ideal. Remodel cans that rely on spring clips or thin tabs can be more suspect for heavy loads. The kit is rated up to 50 lb for hanging fixtures and 35 lb for fans, and the steel feels up to that task—but I’d still encourage users to verify the can itself is firmly secured to structure before hanging anything heavy or spinning.

Performance with a pendant and a fan

The pendant conversion feels like what this kit was born to do. The plate fully hid the existing hole, the canopy snugged up uniformly, and the overall look was clean and intentional. No rocking, no visible gaps, and no need to patch or paint.

The ceiling fan install was equally successful but demands more care. I used a small, low-profile fan rated under 20 lb. Once the fan was balanced, there was no wobble beyond what you’d expect from a typical fan. The bracket held firm and didn’t telegraph vibration to the plate. I wouldn’t use this for a heavy, downrod fan, but for compact hugger-style models that fall under the 35 lb spec, it’s a practical solution—as long as the underlying can is solidly fixed.

Compatibility and limitations

• Fits 5" and 6" recessed cans only. If you’ve got 4" housings, this won’t work.
• Flat medallion. On significantly uneven or heavily textured ceilings, you may need caulk to hide micro-gaps. On sloped ceilings, the flat plate will follow the slope, but check your fixture’s sloped-ceiling compatibility.
• Fan use depends on your can housing. For heavier or more dynamic loads, verify that the can is anchored to framing, not just friction-fit to drywall. That’s a safety and longevity consideration.
• Weight limits matter. Stay under 50 lb for fixtures and 35 lb for fans, including canopy and accessories.

Tips to make the install painless

• Pre-drill micro pilot holes for the self-tapping screws. It makes starting them on the curved can surface much easier.
• Use a magnetic bit holder or nut driver. Gravity and tiny screws don’t get along at ceiling height.
• Dry-fit the medallion before final tightening. Adjust the bracket so the plate sits flush on all edges.
• Stage your tools and hardware on a top-step tray or a helper’s hands. You’ll save multiple trips up and down the ladder.
• For fans, keep it small and hugger-style, and balance the blades. It reduces stress on the mount and keeps noise down.

Value

There’s a real cost advantage in avoiding drywall work and rewiring. This kit turns a one-hour project into a one-hour project, not a full weekend. You’re paying for convenience and a tidy finish more than complicated hardware, and in that light, the value is solid. If you’ve got multiple cans to convert, the time saved adds up quickly.

What I’d change

I’d love slightly sharper self-tapping screws or pre-pointed fasteners specifically shaped for thin, curved steel. Including two screw lengths would also help with different can thicknesses. A few more inches of lead on the socket adapter would be nice for fan installs where you’re juggling a motor housing. None of these are deal-breakers—just small refinements that would make an already good kit even friendlier.

The bottom line

The YIIZON conversion kit turns a common homeowner headache—what to do with oversized recessed openings—into a straightforward, tidy upgrade path. The steel medallion looks intentional, the hardware is up to the task, and the installation is accessible for a confident DIYer. It shines for pendant conversions and holds its own for compact, flush-mount fans when the underlying can is well secured.

Recommendation: I recommend this kit for anyone looking to convert 5" or 6" cans to pendants or to small, hugger-style fans without opening the ceiling. It’s sturdy, clean-looking, and genuinely time-saving. Just take your time with the bracket alignment, pre-drill for the screws, and verify your can housing is solid—do that, and you’ll get a professional-looking result without calling a pro.