Edge-Lit LED Exit Sign – Surface & Recessed Mounting

Chicago-Approved Edge-Lit LED Exit Sign - Surface & Recessed, 6" Red Letters, Universal Mount, LiFePO₄ Backup - Features & Specs

This Edge-Lit LED Exit Sign meets City of Chicago requirements with a clear acrylic “floating” EXIT panel and universal surface or recessed mounting. Explore the full Edge-Lit Exit Signs collection, or browse Chicago-Approved Exit Signs.

Key Features

• Chicago-approved 6" red legend (3/4" stroke); UL 924 compliant
• Clear acrylic “floating” panel with uniform, hotspot-free illumination
• Two configurations: S surface (extruded aluminum housing) or R recessed (20-ga steel housing with trim)
• Universal canopy for ceiling, wall, end, or pendant mounting (surface model)
• Hanger bars included for recessed installs; clean, flush finish
• Ships standard single-face EXIT panel (no arrows); optional single/double-face panels with arrow directions available
• 120/277 VAC input with low-voltage disconnect, brownout, overload & short-circuit protection
• LED status indicator and push-to-test switch for quick inspections
• LB AC-only or WB battery-backup (LiFePO₄) models; 90-minute runtime
• Dimensions (S): 14.04" W × 11.69" H × 1.63" D; (R) trim 19.19" W × 11.69" H; 4.31" housing depth

Download CH900X Edge-Lit Exit Sign Spec Sheet (PDF)

Illumination

• Long-life white LEDs edge-light a red EXIT legend with uniform output and no hot spots
• 6" characters with 3/4" stroke satisfy Chicago visibility requirements
• Typical energy consumption < 5W

Electrical

• Dual-voltage 120/277 VAC input (50/60 Hz)
• WB battery backup (LiFePO₄) provides 90-minute emergency runtime; 24-hour recharge
• LED status indicator (steady = normal, blinking = check battery) and push-to-test switch
• Low-voltage disconnect, brownout, overload, and short-circuit protection

Mounting

• Surface mount (S): White extruded-aluminum housing with canopy for ceiling, end, or wall; pendant-ready (adapter by others)
• Recessed mount (R): 20-gauge steel housing led exit sign with white aluminum trim; hanger bars included

Housing / Finish

• Surface housing: white powder-coated extruded aluminum
• Recessed housing: 20-gauge steel with white trim plate
• Clear, impact- and scratch-resistant acrylic panel; ships standard with “EXIT” (no arrows)

Dimensions

• Surface: 14.04" W × 11.69" H × 1.63" D
• Recessed: Trim 19.19" W × 11.69" H • Housing depth: 4.31"

Options & Accessories

• CH900X-S-LB-WH – Surface mount, AC-only, white finish
• CH900X-R-WB-WH – Recessed exit sign mount, with battery backup, white finish
• CH900X-PANEL-3 – EXIT (no arrows, included)
• CH900X-PANEL-6 – EXIT (alt); CH900X-PANEL-17 – STAIRS; arrow variants available (?, ?, ??)
• S900-PENDANT-ADAPTER – Pendant adapter (field installed)

Warranty / Listings

• UL 924 listed; meets City of Chicago, NFPA 101, and NEC requirements
• 5-year warranty on electronics and housing; LiFePO₄ battery prorated for 5 years

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