Low Profile Steel LED Exit Sign – Universal, Red or Green Letters

Steel LED Exit Sign - UL 924 Damp Rated, Universal Mount, Red/Green 6" Letters, Optional Battery Backup - Features & Specs

The 700U universal-mount steel LED exit sign offers a durable, field-configurable solution for commercial and institutional interiors. This model belongs to our steel LED exit signs family and supports universal mounting. It also fits our low-profile LED exit signs category for space-constrained installs. It ships with two faceplates, a backplate, and a mounting canopy for on-site setup as a single-face exit sign or double-face exit sign. Choose red letter or green letter illumination, with an optional battery-backup exit sign pack for 90 minutes of emergency runtime.

Key Features

• Universal canopy supports ceiling, wall, or end mounting
• Ships with dual faceplates + backplate for single- or double-face setups
• Red or green 6" LED legend with 3/4" stroke and uniform illumination
• Optional WB Ni-Cd battery provides 90 minutes; 24-hour recharge
• 120/277 VAC input, solid-state transfer, low-voltage disconnect, push-to-test
• Rugged 20-gauge steel housing with baked-on powder coat (white or black)
• Field-selectable concealed chevron knockouts for directional arrows
• Backplate with universal J-box knockout pattern for fast installation
• Dimensions: 12.5" W × 8.75" H × 2" D (low-profile depth)
• Operating temperature: 0–50 °C
• Options: G2 self-diagnostics (WB battery models only); WG-S / XG-1 / XG-3 protective guards
• 5-year warranty on electronics & housing (battery 5-year prorated)

Download Exit Sign Spec Sheet (PDF)

Illumination

• High-output red or green LEDs with uniform brightness
• 6-inch EXIT legend with ¾-inch stroke for high visibility
• Field-selectable chevron directional indicators

Electrical

• Universal 120/277 VAC input (60 Hz)
• WB model includes a 4.8 V maintenance-free Ni-Cd battery with 90-minute emergency operation
• Solid-state transfer switch, low-voltage disconnect, and push-to-test button

Mounting

• Ceiling, end, or wall mounting with the included universal canopy — see ceiling-mount exit signs and wall-mount exit signs
• Backplate includes a universal J-box knockout pattern

Housing

• Rugged 20-gauge steel housing exit sign with baked-on powder coat
• Available in white or black finish
• Overall dimensions: 12.5 in W × 8.75 in H × 2 in D

Options & Accessories

• G2 – Guardian self-testing exit signs option (battery models only)
• WG-S wire guard / XG-1 poly guard (back-mount) / XG-3 poly guard (ceiling-mount)

Warranty / Listings

• 5-year warranty on housing and electronics; battery prorated for 5 years
• UL 924 listed for damp-location exit signs (0 °C – 50 °C)
• Meets NFPA 101, NEC, OSHA, and CEC Title 20

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this exit sign compliant with building codes?

Yes. It is UL 924 listed and meets NEC, NFPA 101, OSHA, and CEC Title 20 requirements for emergency egress signage.

What installation options are available?

The 700U ships with all components needed for universal mounting: ceiling mount, wall mount, or end mount.

Does the 700U support double-face configuration?

Yes. It includes two faceplates and a backplate to allow single-face or double-face setup in the field.

How long does the battery backup provide illumination?

The WB battery model delivers 90 minutes of emergency runtime and recharges in 24 hours.

Is a self-testing version available?

Yes. Select the G2 Guardian diagnostic option (available on WB battery models) to automate code-compliance testing with visual fault indication.

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