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Combo Exit Signs with Recessed Emergency Lights – Clean, Code-Compliant Egress Coverage

Combo Exit Signs with Recessed Emergency Lights

Combo exit signs with recessed emergency lighting provide a sleek, architecturally conscious solution for code-compliant egress visibility. These all-in-one fixtures integrate an illuminated EXIT legend with discreet ceiling- or wall-recessed emergency light heads—ideal for applications where aesthetics matter as much as safety. Explore all UL 924 emergency lights.

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What to Look for in Combo Exit Signs with Recessed Emergency Lights

  • Compliance & runtime: UL 924 listing with a minimum 90-minute operation; align with NFPA 101 and AHJ requirements.
  • Ceiling/wall system: Confirm T-bar vs drywall kits, plenum use, and any fire-rated ceiling constraints before cutout.
  • Depth & clearances: Verify housing/driver/battery fit, joist spacing, and setbacks to insulation/MEP for a flush, code-compliant install.
  • Legend & faces: Standard 6 in letters and single or double-face as the plan requires; maintain clear sightlines to the EXIT panel.
  • Directional chevrons: Prefer field-selectable arrows to match the actual egress path and reduce SKUs across floors/zones.
  • Concealed heads & optics: Choose low-glare, adjustable heads sized to meet ≈ ≥1 fc average and ≥0.1 fc minimum at 90 minutes along egress routes.
  • Aiming & appearance: Use trims that blend with finishes; aim heads along corridors to avoid spill light on artwork/displays and minimize visual clutter.
  • Power & electronics: Universal 120/277 VAC, solid-state charger/automatic transfer, status indicator, and accessible test switch (local or remote).
  • Battery chemistry: Maintenance-free Ni-Cd or lithium; confirm ambient range, recharge time, and expected service life for maintenance planning.
  • Self-testing: Diagnostics that automate monthly/annual tests with fault indication simplify inspection documentation and reduce labor.
  • Installation method: New-construction bars vs retrofit frames; ensure secure attachment to grid/structure and seismic clips where required.
  • Service access: Provide below-ceiling access or an accessible panel for battery/driver replacement without damaging finishes.

Perfect for offices, hotels, retail stores, lobbies, and upscale commercial interiors, recessed combo units feature LED EXIT legends and adjustable light heads that remain hidden until a power outage. With UL 924 certification and compliance with NFPA 101, each unit provides a minimum of 90 minutes of emergency illumination via an internal battery backup system.

Choose compact options such as low-profile recessed exit sign & emergency light combos for flush installations and limited clearance. Many models include self-testing diagnostics for automated monthly/annual code checks, dual-voltage (120/277 VAC) operation, and field-selectable directional arrows for versatile layouts.

Match your interiors with white or brushed aluminum housings, or opt for matte black recessed exit sign combos. For code-specific legend colors and regional preferences, browse red-letter exit sign & emergency light combos and green-letter exit sign & emergency light combos.

What is a recessed exit sign combo?
A low-profile fixture that combines an LED EXIT sign with concealed emergency light heads—installed into ceilings or walls to minimize visual impact while maintaining full life-safety compliance.

Recessed combo units deliver clean aesthetics and full egress performance—ideal for retrofits and high-end new builds where design integrity and safety must coexist.

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Combo Exit Signs with Recessed Emergency Lights – Spec Guide

  • Compliance & runtime: UL 924 listing; provide a minimum 90-minute operation and align with NFPA 101 (verify with your AHJ).
  • Ceiling/wall system: Specify T-bar grid vs drywall kits; confirm plenum use and any fire-rated/smoke-control requirements before cutout.
  • Depth & clearances: Verify housing/driver/battery fit, joist spacing, and setbacks to insulation/MEP for a flush, code-compliant install without conflicts.
  • Aperture & trim: Choose low-glare trims/finishes; confirm cutout size, flange profile, and reveal for clean architectural integration.
  • Legend & faces (EXIT): Standard 6-in letters with typical viewing up to 100 ft; select single or double-face and maintain clear sightlines to the panel.
  • Directional chevrons: Use field-selectable arrows to match actual egress paths and reduce SKU complexity across floors/zones.
  • Egress photometrics (heads): Size and aim concealed heads to achieve ≈ ≥1 fc average and ≥0.1 fc minimum at 90 minutes along corridors and open areas; review spacing tables.
  • Aiming & appearance: Prefer adjustable gimbals/optics to push light along paths while minimizing glare and visual clutter in finished spaces.
  • Power & electronics: Universal 120/277 VAC, solid-state charger/automatic transfer, low-voltage disconnect, status indicator, and an accessible test switch (local or remote).
  • Battery chemistry: Maintenance-free Ni-Cd or lithium; verify ambient range, recharge time, and expected service life for maintenance planning.
  • Self-testing diagnostics: Consider automatic monthly/annual test functions with fault indication to simplify inspection recordkeeping.
  • Installation method: New-construction bars vs retrofit frames; ensure secure attachment to grid/structure and include seismic clips where required by local code.
  • Service access: Provide below-ceiling or accessible panel access for battery/driver replacement and testing without damaging finishes.

FAQs About Recessed Emergency Lights

Where are recessed emergency lights typically used?

They’re common in hotels, theaters, offices, galleries, and high-end retail—places that want subtle emergency lighting, clean ceiling lines, and minimal visual clutter.

Are they safe for use in insulated ceilings?

Yes. Choose fixtures with IC-rated housings so they can be in direct contact with insulation while staying safe and code-compliant.

Do recessed emergency lights meet code requirements?

Absolutely. UL 924–listed recessed units provide at least 90 minutes of battery-backed illumination and meet NFPA 101 / OSHA life-safety standards.

Can I retrofit recessed emergency lighting into an existing ceiling?

Yes. Many products are retrofit kits that fit standard ceiling cutouts, so you can upgrade without major demo or rework.

What kind of batteries do these fixtures use?

Most use Ni-Cd, Ni-MH, or lithium packs with automatic charging. Many include self-testing diagnostics to simplify monthly and annual checks.

Are recessed models as bright as surface-mounted emergency lights?

Yes. With high-output LED heads, recessed fixtures can deliver equal or better egress illumination—just with a cleaner, more discreet look.

What is a flush mount emergency light?

It’s a fixture that sits nearly even with the ceiling surface for a low-profile appearance. Recessed emergency lights are a type of flush mount and are ideal where ceiling aesthetics matter.