Channel Lettering |
For many years Channel Letter signs have set companies apart. Restaurants, taverns, stores, even tanning salons are frequent purchasers of Custom Channel Letters.
A custom channel letter from PositiveSigns is a 3-dimensional graphic sign element. Its channel is fabricated from sheet aluminum so it cannot rust. The flat sheet of aluminum is typically cut on a table by a computer-controlled router. This creates the back of the channel and is the basis for the letter shape.
The sides of the channel letter, called the "returns", are then formed by bending a 3- to 6-inch-wide (150 mm) strip of aluminum sheet around the aluminum back. This return can be welded at the seam or flanged and riveted to the back to create a solid "can" in the shape of your custom channel letter. The letter can is then painted and fitted with any lighting components necessary - using light-emitting diode (LED) modules.
A translucent plastic face usually of 3/16" thick sheet acrylic or polycarbonate is cut to fit the open face of the letter can. A trim cap border is applied to its edges which gives the letter face a finished appearance and creates a fastening surface to attach it to the letter can. Channel letters look great during the day, but they really shine at night, catching the attention of people passing by. Channel letters can also be back lit (reverse lit) or front and back lit.
A custom channel letter from PositiveSigns is a 3-dimensional graphic sign element. Its channel is fabricated from sheet aluminum so it cannot rust. The flat sheet of aluminum is typically cut on a table by a computer-controlled router. This creates the back of the channel and is the basis for the letter shape.
The sides of the channel letter, called the "returns", are then formed by bending a 3- to 6-inch-wide (150 mm) strip of aluminum sheet around the aluminum back. This return can be welded at the seam or flanged and riveted to the back to create a solid "can" in the shape of your custom channel letter. The letter can is then painted and fitted with any lighting components necessary - using light-emitting diode (LED) modules.
A translucent plastic face usually of 3/16" thick sheet acrylic or polycarbonate is cut to fit the open face of the letter can. A trim cap border is applied to its edges which gives the letter face a finished appearance and creates a fastening surface to attach it to the letter can. Channel letters look great during the day, but they really shine at night, catching the attention of people passing by. Channel letters can also be back lit (reverse lit) or front and back lit.
Channel Letters
Channel Letter Types:
- Electrically lit individual letter and design shapes
- Sheet metal construction with translucent plastic face
- LED lit
- UL certified
- Engineering and municipal code requirements
Channel Letter Types:
- Front Lit Channel Letters
- Back Lit Channel Letters
- Front & Back Lit Channel Letters
Front Lit Channel Letters description:
Back Lit Channel Letters
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Front Lit Channel Letters description:
“Front lit channel letters are the most common letter type. As the name states, the illumination from these letters is from the front (face) only. These letters can be either raceway or flush mounted, and illumination is usually LED. The colors for the face, return, and trim cap can all be customized for your needs. Front lit letters are U.L. listed.” |
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Back Lit Channel Letters description
Reverse Channel Letters from PositiveSigns provide a unique approach to your signage program. Reverse channel letters are often utilized by business owners who value a prestigious image. These letters are sometimes called "halo lit" letters. |
Front & Back Lit Channel Letters
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Front & Back Lit Channel Letters description
Front & Back Lit channel letters emit illumination both through the letter face (front) and the letter back. Front/Back lit letters have a very impressive and professional business appearance, and combine the positive qualities of both front lit and reverse lit channel letters. These letters are usually eliminated with LED, and have clear polycarbonate backs to keep animals from nesting inside the letters. Our Front/Back lit channel letters are U.L. liste |
