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Remote Capable Exit Signs

Remote-capable exit signs (remote-ready exit signs) are sign-only battery-backup EXIT fixtures that can also power one or more remote emergency lamp heads from the same pack — keeping the EXIT legend visible while nearby heads light the path for 90 minutes.

Choose single- or double-face, set chevrons at install, and match remote head voltage/watts to the unit’s listed remote-output rating for reliable runtime and inspections. For remote-capable emergency light units (no EXIT legend), see remote-capable emergency lights.

Need the lamp heads themselves? Browse remote emergency heads and use our planning & sizing guide.

Remote-Head Ready Red / Green EXIT Single / Double-Face Directional Arrows Status Indicator LED 90-Min Legend Backup
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What to Look for in Remote-Capable Exit Signs

  • Exit signage first: Keep the EXIT legend readable—spec letter color, single/double-face, and arrows—then allocate remaining battery to remote heads without starving the legend load.
  • Remote head layout from the sign: Route remotes to light the approach path near the door; use the sign’s listed remote-output voltage (varies by model/option), calculate voltage drop, and place the indicator/test where inspectors can see it from floor level.
  • Capacity limits: Remote output is a watt budget at 90 minutes. Many sign-only models are sized for single‑digit watts of remote load (examples on this page include 3.0 W, 5.5 W, and select options with 3 W remote output).
Quick Compare: Remote Output by Model

Quick Compare: Remote Output by Model (Verify Options)

Model Remote output example Notes
CEXTEU Up to 3.0 W remote-capable output Compact sign-only host for small “dead spots” near doors/corners
CEMXTE Up to 5.5 W remote-capable output More remote budget for one higher-output head or two low-watt heads
CHIX (RC option) 9.6 V, 3 W remote output (up to 6.8 W total) Remote capacity available only on specific configurations/options

Remote-capable exit signs prioritize the illuminated EXIT legend while their battery also drives one or more remote heads. Treat the sign as your power hub: route remotes to light the approach path near the door, and keep the indicator and push-to-test visible after wall/ceiling/end mounting so inspectors can confirm status quickly.

Balance the load—legend first, remotes second. Match the sign’s listed output voltage, calculate voltage drop for the run, and confirm that the legend and remotes still meet visibility and illumination needs at 90 minutes.

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Remote-Capable Exit Signs – Specs & Features

Remote-capable exit signs specs and features: legend-first power budget, match load to rating, remote output watt budget, match output voltage, standalone sign, install for inspections, and environment-rated options.
Specs & features at a glance (sign-only EXIT signs that power separate remote heads).
  • Legend-first power budget: Size the unit so the EXIT legend stays bright, then allocate remaining watts to remote heads for a full 90-minute run.
  • Match remote load to rating: Add up remote head watts (per head × count) and keep ≤ the unit’s remote-output rating for 90 minutes (leave ~15–20% margin).
  • Remote output rating (W @ 90 min): Confirm the sign’s remote capacity (listed output varies by model/option) covers total remote-head watts with margin.
  • Voltage & heads: Use remote heads that match the sign’s output voltage (varies by model/option) to avoid dim legs and voltage-drop issues.
  • Standalone sign clarity: These are standalone signs that power separate remotes — not integrated combos. (Also called remote-ready exit signs.)
  • Mounting & inspection: Mount with status LED/test button visible from the floor to simplify monthly checks; keep heads within listed cable runs.
  • Environment: Use damp/wet or cold-rated variants (and heater kits where applicable) so runtime holds in real conditions.

FAQs About Remote-Capable Exit Signs

Do these remote-capable exit signs include built-in lamp heads?

No. These are sign-only EXIT fixtures that can power separate remote heads. If you want an all-in-one EXIT with lamp heads on the same housing, shop exit sign with lights.

What does “remote capacity” mean on an exit sign?

It’s the watt budget the sign’s battery can deliver to remote heads for 90 minutes. Add up (watts per head × number of heads) and keep at or under the sign’s listed remote output, with a small safety margin.

How many remote heads can I power?

It depends on the sign’s rated remote output and the watts per head. Many sign-only models are sized for one higher-output head or two low-watt heads — always verify total watts at 90 minutes and avoid mixing incompatible voltage heads.

What voltage remote heads do I need?

Match the sign’s listed remote-output voltage for the exact model/option you’re buying. Don’t assume a universal voltage — check the spec sheet before ordering heads.

How far can I run the remote heads?

Follow the spec’s max run and wire gauge. Longer cable runs increase voltage drop; use the recommended gauge and stay within the posted distance so remote heads don’t dim late in the cycle.