Lighted channel letters can help capture passersby both day and night. Front-lit versions create an eye-catching halo effect; backlit models produce silhouettes; or both may be utilized depending on their design.
LED strip channels come in various styles and price points; Citylight provides them at competitively affordable rates. Each channel also comes equipped with a translucent coating which lets 85-95% of light pass through.
Cost-Effective
LED channel letter lighting offers a cost-effective alternative to neon. Using less electricity and lasting longer, it also produces a more natural-looking illumination, making LED ideal for commercial signage applications such as front lit, reverse lit or front/back lit channel letters.
Size matters when considering overall costs for signs, as larger signs require more raw materials and wires for manufacturing and installation. They may even need structural reinforcement in order to meet local code requirements regarding size requirements.
LED lighting lowers maintenance costs for signs, providing more design freedom and layout flexibility. LED modules come in various colors for greater design flexibility and are readily available for purchase online.
Energy-Efficient
Channel letters are an eye-catching element of commercial signage, drawing customers in day or night. Constructed of stainless steel or aluminum, channel letters come with various finishes and lighting options – including energy-saving LED bulbs halo lighting options.
LED first-surface lighting is more energy efficient than neon, using less electricity and needing a smaller transformer – saving energy will significantly lower your monthly power bill.
This sign type offers a contemporary high-tech appearance with its patent-pending design and longer durability than traditional signs. LED lights will not fade or discolor, unlike neon signs which use gas and must be maintained regularly to remain attractive at night. You can even choose twinkle effects to increase night-time business aesthetics.
Longevity
Illuminated channel letters can help your business stand out and draw passers-by in, drawing new life to its branding. Perfect for restaurants, bars and retail businesses open after dark; these signs must be well maintained if they are to last as long as possible as they are susceptible to sun damage and cold temperatures; thus it is recommended that high quality materials be used when possible as indoor installation is best practice for longevity of their lifespan.
Front-lit or standard channel letters can be created from aluminum backs, sides and trim caps while halo-lit channels feature acrylic faces welded directly onto their aluminum returns to form an illuminated “can.” Both types of channels letters can be seen during daylight hours but become stunning beacons after dusk.
Durability
Channel letters are three-dimensional metal signs designed to draw the eye of passersby. Commonly illuminated with LED lighting, channel letters can either front-light or halo-light their surroundings for optimal effects.
Signs created from metal and aluminum sheeting are constructed to withstand any natural elements, while being weatherproof to withstand rain and snow without becoming damaged by rust.
Fabricating these signs requires using a router to cut desired letter shapes, before they are bent using coiled aluminum tubing and fastened with translucent acrylic faces fastened to them and finished off with trim caps for finishing touches. The process requires skillful craftsmanship in order to produce something both beautiful and practical.
Customization
Customize the LED’s that illuminate your channel letter to match your branding, drawing passersby in and making your business more noticeable among competitors. LEDs also come at an economical cost point making this option suitable for any budget.
Choose between flush mount on the wall or raceway mount for best results. A raceway mount includes a metal box that houses power supply and wiring; you can paint this to match your building, plus it provides greater weatherproofing, protecting it from raindrops and debris.
Front-lit channels consist of aluminum faces with transparent acrylic sides (returns). The returns may be either rimless or feature a narrow rim around their faces for increased contrast.
