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400U-8 NYC-Approved LED Exit Sign – Red Letters, Angled View
400U-8 NYC-Approved LED Exit Sign – Red Letters, Side View
400U-8 NYC-Approved LED Exit Sign – Red Letters, Angled View
400U-8 NYC-Approved LED Exit Sign – Red Letters, Side View

NYC Approved 8-Inch Die-Cast Aluminum LED Exit Sign

SKU: 400U-8-LB-BL
$205.86

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NYC-Approved 8" Die-Cast Aluminum LED Exit Sign - 8" Red Letters, Universal Mount, Optional Battery Backup - Features & Specs

The 400U-8 Universal Die-Cast Aluminum LED Exit Sign is compliant with City of New York code requirements, featuring 8-inch red LED characters and a rugged die-cast aluminum exit sign housing. This NYC-approved LED exit sign ships with two faceplates, a backplate, and a universal mounting canopy for easy configuration as a single or double-face exit sign in wall, end, or ceiling-mount applications.

NYC Approved UL 924 8" Red Letters Universal Mount Die-Cast Aluminum Damp Location Battery Backup (opt.) Self-Testing (opt.) 120/277 VAC

Key Features

  • NYC-approved 8" red LED legend with 1" stroke and 100 ft viewing distance.
  • Universal canopy supports ceiling, wall, or end mounting.
  • Ships with dual faceplates + backplate for single- or double-face setups.
  • Heavy-duty die-cast aluminum housing; finishes: BA (Brushed Aluminum), BB (Black), BL (Black/Aluminum), WW (White).
  • Dual-voltage 120/277 VAC operation; low power (starting at ~2 W).
  • Optional WB Ni-Cd battery provides 90 minutes; 24-hour recharge.
  • Optional G2 Guardian self-diagnostics (battery models).
  • Backplate with universal J-box pattern; supports conduit entry and pendant mounting.
  • Concealed chevron knockouts for field-selectable arrows.
  • UL 924 listed; damp-location rated (0 °C–40 °C); meets NEC and NFPA 101.
  • Accessories: wire guard (WG-S) or polycarbonate guard (XG-6).
  • 5-year warranty on electronics & housing (battery prorated 5 years).

Related NYC Exit Sign Guides

NYC Exit Signs – Product Guide Self-Testing Exit Signs in NYC

Spec Sheet

Download Exit Sign Spec Sheet (PDF)

Illumination

  • Uniform lighting from long-life, high-intensity red LED characters.
  • 8-inch legend with 1" stroke—compliant with NYC exit sign code.
  • Meets UL 924 photometric standards for exit signs.

Electrical

  • Dual-voltage input: 120/277 VAC (60 Hz).
  • WB model includes Ni-Cd battery for 90-minute emergency runtime with 24-hour recharge.
  • Low-voltage disconnect, brownout protection, solid-state transfer, and test button.
  • G2 Guardian self-diagnostic system available on battery models.

Mounting

  • Universal die-cast canopy supports ceiling, end, or wall mounting.
  • Backplate with universal J-box pattern; conduit entry supported; pendant mounting capable.
  • Field-selectable, concealed chevron knockouts for directional arrows.

Housing

  • Heavy-duty die-cast aluminum construction with soft-corner design.
  • Anti-fingerprint clear finish on Brushed Aluminum (BA); also available in Black (BB), Black/Aluminum (BL), and White (WW).

Dimensions

  • 15.5" W × 10.5" H × 2.0" D

Options

  • G2 — Guardian self-diagnostic system (battery models).
  • Accessories: WG-S (wire guard) / XG-6 (polycarbonate guard).

Warranty / Listings

  • 5-year warranty on electronics and housing; battery prorated for 5 years.
  • UL 924 damp-location exit sign (0 °C – 40 °C).
  • Approved for use in the City of New York; meets NEC and NFPA 101.

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