The Rocal ARC 96 LI corner wood-burning inset fire is a 10.5kW cassette-style fire with left side glass, designed for contemporary inset installations where a wider flame view is required. With 78.2% efficiency, an A energy rating and an output range of 7–12kW, it delivers strong wood-burning performance in a clean corner format.
The left side glass configuration is ideal where the fire is positioned so the left-hand side remains visible from the room. This allows the flames to be viewed from both the front and left side, creating a more open and architectural fire feature than a standard front-facing inset appliance.
The ARC 96 LI can be specified frameless for a minimal built-in appearance or with a 4-sided frame where a more defined border is required. This gives flexibility depending on whether the installation is designed to blend tightly into the wall or create a stronger framed fireplace feature.
With a nominal output of 10.5kW, this model is suitable for larger rooms and open-plan spaces that need meaningful heat output. Optional fan-assisted convection can be added to help push warm air further into the room, using four fans to improve heat circulation in larger spaces. This option requires an electricity supply, while natural convection is available as standard.
The fire supports an external air supply from the rear or base, giving useful flexibility during installation planning. Convection air ducting is also included, helping the appliance work effectively as part of a designed inset fireplace or chimney breast installation.
Key Features
- 10.5kW nominal heat output
- 78.2% efficiency rating
- A energy rating
- Left side glass configuration
- Front and left-side flame view
- Corner inset cassette design
- Frameless option available
- 4-sided frame option available
- Output range of 7–12kW
- 180mm flue diameter
- External air supply from rear or base
- Convection air ducting feature
- Optional fan-assisted convection
- Four convection fans provide 135m³/h airflow when selected
- Natural convection option available
- Black finish
- Made to order with an estimated 4–8 week lead time
Expert Insight
The left side glass version should be chosen when the fire is installed where the left-hand return is visible and contributes to the room design. Frame choice is also important: frameless gives a cleaner architectural look, while the 4-sided frame creates a more defined edge around the cassette. External air routing, fan power supply and convection ducting should all be planned early, as they can affect the final build-out and performance of the installation.
Suitability
The Rocal ARC 96 LI corner wood-burning inset fire is best suited to contemporary fireplace walls, chimney breast builds and larger living spaces where a left-side flame view will improve the room layout. It is ideal for customers wanting a high-output corner inset fire with a modern black finish, external air compatibility and optional fan-assisted heat distribution.
Installation / Technical Notes
This model has a 180mm flue diameter and supports an external air supply from the rear or base. It includes convection air ducting and can be specified with natural convection or optional fan-assisted convection, which requires an electricity supply. Frame options include frameless or 4-sided frame. This model is made to order, with an estimated lead time of 4–8 weeks.
