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Exit Signs Voltage and Wattage Explained
What’s Covered in This Guide Types of Exit Signs and Their Power Characteristics Understanding Voltage: 120V vs. 277V Understanding Wattage and Efficiency U.S. Safety and Compliance Codes Energy Efficiency by...
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Thermoplastic Emergency Lights Buying Guide
Thermoplastic emergency lights are the affordable workhorses of life-safety lighting. These UL 924–listed LED fixtures provide 90 minutes of battery-backed egress illumination in lightweight plastic housings. In this guide, you’ll learn...
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Battery Backup Emergency Lighting Buyers Guide
Battery backup emergency lighting keeps people safe when the power goes out. These UL 924–listed LED fixtures switch to their internal batteries instantly and provide at least 90 minutes of egress...
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Damp Location Emergency Lights Buyers Guide
Overview Damp location emergency lights are designed for environments where moisture and humidity are present but direct water exposure is limited. These fixtures fill a critical need between dry-location and...
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Tritium Exit Sign Disposal Buyers Guide
What’s Included in This Guide Overview How Tritium Exit Signs Work When and Why They Expire Disposal Process and Safety Replacement Options Compliance and Regulations Conclusion and Pro Tips Additional...
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Remote Capable Exit Sign Buying Guide
What’s Included in This Guide Overview Battery Capacity, Illumination, and Lifespan Safety and Code Compliance Ideal Use Cases Installation, Wiring, and Maintenance Alternatives and Comparisons Conclusion and Pro Tips Overview...
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What Are The 5 Most Popular Emergency Light Exit Sign Combo Units?
Exit sign & emergency light combos—often called all-in-1 exit signs or 2-in-1 exit signs—deliver clear egress direction and code-required illumination from a single, UL 924–listed fixture. This guide explains how combo...
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Steel Emergency Lights Buyers Guide
What’s Included in This Guide Overview Brightness, Charging, and Lifespan Safety and Compliance Requirements Ideal Use Cases Installation, Inspection, and Testing Steel vs Other Material Options Conclusion and Additional Tips...
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Guide to Photoluminescent Exit Signs
This guide explains how photoluminescent (glow-in-the-dark) exit signs charge, how they meet UL 924, and how to size for 50/75/100-ft viewing distances. Ready to purchase? Shop Photoluminescent Exit Signs. Last...
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Wet Location Emergency Lights – Complete Buyer’s Guide
This resource explains wet location emergency lights—what they are, how wet vs. damp ratings work, which specs to prioritize (runtime, output, remote-capable, operating temperature), and how certifications (UL 924, NFPA...
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Hazardous Location Emergency Lights & Exit Signs – Complete Guide
In This Guide: Overview Hazardous Location Classification: Classes & Divisions Compliance and Safety Requirements Single vs. Double-Faced Exit Signs Exit Sign Letter Color: Red vs. Green Size Considerations Key Features...
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Edge-Lit Exit Sign Buyers Guide
This long-form resource explains edge-lit exit signs—how they work, where they shine, how to choose mounting and letter color, what codes require, and how they compare to standard and combo...
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