LED channel letters have become the industry standard when it comes to illuminated signs, boasting sleek designs with minimal maintenance requirements compared to neon signs and employing low voltage power supplies that reduce risk from arcing or fire hazards.
Before installing or inspecting a channel letter sign, it is imperative to follow appropriate OSHA LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) and NEC practices and procedures as well as ground all power supplies correctly.
Easy to install
LED channel letters are easy to install and require minimal maintenance, making them energy-efficient investments for restaurants, bars, convenience stores and gas stations alike. Their bright lights attract attention at nighttime – helping your business stand out from competitors!
LED signs are generally constructed of plastic and feature a snap-fit base, with a plastic cover snapping into place on top. Once in place, this cover can either be face or halo lit to produce different effects; its face may also be clear or translucent for easy visibility and cut vinyl can be added for additional hues or halo effects.
LED lights are more energy efficient than neon tubes and require less electricity to keep lit, helping both the environment and your budget. LEDs also last longer and are more durable than traditional signs; though damage may require professional repair services. Your sign’s longevity depends on its location, temperature conditions and how often it is on for use.
Durable
Channel letter signs can be utilized in multiple environments to effectively spread your message. They’re highly visible at night and increase brand recognition while being durable and cost-effective, providing businesses with an affordable option.
LED channel letter bulbs have an estimated lifetime of up to 10 years; however, the actual duration may differ depending on their environment and operating temperature. Temperature can determine how long a sign’s bulbs can remain glowing before degrading over time.
Face, back, and halo-lit illuminated channel letter signage options exist, including Plexiglas faces with aluminum sides and backs; back-lit letters typically use polycarbonate backs with translucent vinyl applied for an eye-catching halo effect; face-lit letters can come with Plexiglas faces and aluminum sides and backs for easy fabrication; for back-lit letters use translucent vinyl for an added halo effect. Regardless of which option you opt for, you have access to an assortment of colors for displaying brand messages in any format you need for display of brand messages or brand messages!
Longevity
How long illuminated channel letter signs last depends on several factors, including their material composition and location. Signs near oceans may be affected more rapidly by salt air which accelerates material decay due to direct sunlight exposure; other elements that could impact their longevity include cold weather and high heat exposure.
LED backlighting or halo lighting is one of the most widely used methods of illuminated channel letters, creating a professional look while being highly customizable to match branding guidelines. Furthermore, these signs utilize less energy and last longer than other illuminated signage, with LEDs protected from dirt, dust and scratches for reduced maintenance requirements and twinkling capability for additional attention-grabbing effect!
Customization
Channel letter signs are an innovative form of signage that use LED lighting to illuminate letters and logos, typically used by retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses that remain open after dark. They can either be backlit, frontlit, or combination thereof – providing businesses with customizable signs to meet their brand identities and storefront needs.
Illuminated channel letter signs come in various designs, shapes and fonts to fit the brand of any business. They’re an effective way to attract customers in densely populated areas where competition for customers can be fierce; plus they last longer than neon tubes while using less energy, helping your utility bill remain lower!
Anodized aluminum is often used to form channel bodies, light diffusers and end caps for LED strip channels. A matte coating may also be applied on LED strip channels in order to improve light distribution and decrease hot spots; transparent, opaque and semi-opaque options allow up to 95% of light transmission through.
