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Self Testing Exit Signs – Auto Diagnostic

Self-testing exit signs are illuminated EXIT plaques with an onboard controller that automates the required 30-second monthly function check and the 90-minute annual battery discharge while supervising AC, charger, battery, and the LED legend board—no monthly push-button tests or paper logs. Choose red or green legends, single or double-face, and field-selectable arrows to match your plan and sightlines. For a one-fixture solution with lamps, see self testing exit sign & light combos; for wet-prone areas, browse wet-location exit signs.

Auto-Test Exit Sign Red/Green Legend Single/Double-Face Field-Selectable Arrows Indicator LED Universal Mount
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What to Look for in Self-Testing Exit Signs

  • Legend supervision (not area lighting): Auto-diagnostics exercise the LED EXIT board and battery so the legend remains visible during outages—separate emergency lights provide corridor illumination.
  • Indicator placement & codes: Choose a face/bottom-edge status LED visible from floor level with clear pass/fail codes for AC, charger, battery, and the LED board.
  • Faces, arrows & access: Single vs. double-face per sightlines; set field-selectable arrows at install; ensure canopy and push-to-test remain accessible for inspections.

Self-testing exit signs focus on legend visibility—not area lighting. The onboard controller verifies the LED board and battery on schedule so the EXIT legend remains readable during outages, while a compact indicator shows pass/fail status for AC, charger, battery, and the legend board.

Choose single-face or double-face exit signage to fit sightlines, and set directional arrows at install. Place the indicator and push-to-test where they remain visible and reachable after mounting for fast inspections.

💡 Tip: Treat indicator visibility like a code item—if inspectors can’t see it from the floor, they’ll ask you to move the sign or add access.
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Self-Testing Exit Signs - Spec Guide

  • Auto-test for exit signage: Monthly function + 90-minute discharge verifies the LED EXIT legend and battery. Self-testing exit signs maintain legend visibility only—area illumination requires separate emergency lights.
  • Exit sign legend, faces & arrows: Use 6-inch letters (~100 ft typical viewing); choose red or green for contrast; specify single-face or double-face exit signs and set exit sign arrows at install for the actual route.
  • Environment & housing for exit signage: For moisture, choose wet-location exit signs; for architectural interiors, consider edge-lit exit signs. Ensure indicator and push-to-test remain accessible after mounting.

FAQs About Self-Testing Exit Signs

How does a self-testing exit sign detect a failing LED legend board?

The controller in a self-testing exit sign monitors LED board current/voltage and segment output. If performance drops outside spec, the status indicator shows a fault even if the legend still appears lit.

Do self-testing exit signs work with AC-only exit sign circuits?

Self-testing exit signs are battery-backup models. AC-only exit signs rely on building emergency power and central testing; choose battery-backup if you want the exit sign to self-diagnose.

Where should the exit sign indicator and test switch be located for inspections?

Prefer a face or bottom-edge indicator visible from floor level, with the push-to-test accessible after wall/ceiling/end mounting so inspectors can verify the exit sign quickly.