Chicago-Approved Steel Exit - Stair Sign

Steel Exit and Stair Sign for Chicago Code

The CAXTE Chicago-Approved Steel Exit / Stair Sign offers rugged construction, versatile installation, and code-compliant egress performance. Its powder-coated 20-gauge steel housing, bright red-on-white legend, and field-configurable arrow options make it ideal for stairwells, corridors, and public interiors that require Chicago approved LED exit signs. Emergency models include a Ni-Cd battery for 120 minutes of runtime.

Key Features

• City of Chicago Approved; UL 924 listed
• LED-illuminated EXIT/STAIR legend with uniform brightness
• 120/277 VAC dual-voltage with status LED & push-to-test
• EM models: 4.8 V Ni-Cd battery, up to 120 min runtime
• Solid-state transfer and two-rate charger (~24 h full recharge)
• Top/end canopy mount or wall mount via universal backplate
• Field-convertible: single-face to double-face
• 20-gauge powder-coated steel housing (white or black)
• Removable steel chevron arrows for directional marking
• Damp-location rated (0–50 °C); CEC Title 20 certified
• 5-year electronics/housing warranty; 5-year prorated battery

Download Steel Exit Sign Spec Sheet (PDF)

Illumination

• Long-life white LEDs for uniform EXIT or STAIR legend visibility
• Field-selectable legends with multiple arrow directions

Electrical

• 120/277 VAC dual-voltage input with a bi-color indicator and easy push-to-test button for LED exit signs
• 4.8 V Ni-Cd battery (EM models) for 120-minute emergency lighting
• Solid-state transfer switch; two-rate charger (24-hour recharge)
• Power draw: 5 W | 0.10 A @ 120 V • 0.05 A @ 277 V

Mounting

• Top or end mount using included steel canopy
• Wall mount via universal backplate knockouts
• Easily converts from a single-face to a double-face exit sign, depending on your visibility needs

Housing

• Durable 20-gauge powder-coated steel — white or black finish
• Includes removable steel chevron arrows for directional marking

Options

• Legend options: EXIT or STAIR
• Arrow configurations: No, Left, Right, Face: Double, or Left/Right

Warranty / Listings

• 5-year warranty on electronics and housing; 5-year prorated battery
• UL 924 listed for damp locations (0 °C – 50 °C)
• City of Chicago Approved; CEC Title 20 certified
• Complies with NFPA 101, NEC, and OSHA

Dimensions

• Cabinet: 12 in W × 10 in H × 2 in D
• Overall depth to face: 4½ in

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the CAXTE sign approved for use in Chicago?

Yes. The CAXTE Chicago-Approved Steel Exit / Stair Sign meets all City of Chicago Approved requirements for life safety signage and is UL 924 listed for damp locations.

Does this fixture include emergency backup?

Yes. EM models include a 4.8 V Ni-Cd battery that powers the sign for up to 120 minutes during a power outage.

What mounting options are supported?

The unit can be mounted to the wall using the universal backplate or installed as a top/end mount using the included steel canopy.

Can I configure the sign to show arrows?

Yes. The faceplate includes field-removable steel knock-out chevrons for left, right, Face: Double-arrow, or no-arrow configurations.

Is the sign single or double face?

It ships as a Face: Single-face sign but includes components to convert to Face: Double-face in the field.

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