Steel LED Exit Sign with Glass Panel - Chicago Approved, Battery Backup
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Chicago Steel LED Exit Sign with Glass Panel Overview
The CHIX Chicago-approved steel LED exit sign with glass panel is built for projects that require City of Chicago egress signage, a 20-gauge steel cabinet, a heat-tempered glass face, and a 6 in red EXIT legend with a 3/4 in stroke. Use this tempered glass steel exit sign in stair cores, corridors, municipal interiors, schools, healthcare facilities, transportation-adjacent spaces, tenant improvements, and other high-traffic Chicago commercial routes.
Choose CHIX-LB for AC-only operation, CHIX-WB as the LiFePO4 90-minute battery backup exit sign configuration, or CHIX-WB-RC when the battery-backed remote capacity exit sign must also provide 9.6 V, 3 W output for a compatible nearby remote head. This 120/277 VAC exit sign platform works as a wall, ceiling, or end mount Chicago exit sign with a pendant-conduit path where specified. Damp-location Chicago exit sign listing and UL 924 Chicago approved exit sign context support common project schedules. Compare related Chicago Approved Exit Signs, Steel Exit Signs, or review Chicago compliance guidance.
Specs, documents, buying checks, compatible paths, and FAQs are organized below from product fields for easier review.
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Product details and buying checks
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- Chicago Approved
- UL 924
- 20-Gauge Steel
- Tempered Glass
- 6 in Red Letters
- 3/4 in Stroke
- 120/277 VAC
- LiFePO4 / 90 min Option
- Remote Capacity (Opt.)
- Wall / Ceiling / End
- Pendant Path
- Damp Location
- NFPA 101 / NEC
Key features
- City of Chicago approved steel LED exit sign with 20-gauge steel cabinet and heat-tempered glass face.
- Red EXIT legend uses 6 in letters with a 3/4 in stroke for Chicago-style egress visibility.
- CHIX-LB supports AC-only operation for projects that do not need local battery backup.
- CHIX-WB adds LiFePO4 battery backup for 90-minute emergency operation with about 24-hour recharge.
- CHIX-WB-RC adds 9.6 V, 3 W remote capacity for a compatible nearby remote head.
- Universal 120/277 VAC, 50/60 Hz input supports common commercial branch circuits.
- Battery models include low-voltage disconnect, brownout protection, overload protection, status LED, and push-to-test switch.
- Wall, ceiling, end, and pendant-conduit installation paths support Chicago corridor, stair-core, and retrofit layouts.
- Damp-location rated for protected indoor commercial spaces from 41-113 F / 5-45 C.
- White powder-coated steel housing and glass panel format match Chicago-style exit sign schedules.
- Cabinet dimensions are approximately 12.1 in W x 9.1 in H x 2.4 in D.
- UL 924 listing supports NFPA 101, NEC, and local code review when selected and installed according to building plans.
Documents
Best Applications
Choose CHIX where the approved plans calls for a Chicago-approved steel LED exit sign with a glass EXIT panel. It is a strong fit for stair cores, corridors, schools, municipal interiors, healthcare support spaces, transportation-adjacent routes, high-traffic tenant spaces, and retrofit work where existing signage uses a red glass-panel legend.
Power and Remote Capacity Selection
- Use CHIX-LB for AC-only operation where the project does not require local battery backup at the sign.
- Use CHIX-WB where the sign must provide 90-minute emergency operation from its LiFePO4 battery.
- Use CHIX-WB-RC only when a compatible nearby remote head is part of the emergency lighting plan.
- Keep remote-head load within the 9.6 V, 3 W output rating and verify wiring against the spec sheet.
Mounting and Face Setup Checks
- Use wall mounting for surface installations above doors or along one-direction routes.
- Use ceiling or end mounting where corridor visibility requires overhead or projecting placement.
- Use pendant conduit by others only where ceiling conditions and building plans support that path.
- Confirm whether arrows, STAIR legends, or double-face viewing require accessories or alternate panels before ordering.
Glass Panel and Housing Checks
The 20-gauge steel cabinet and heat-tempered glass face are intended for protected indoor Chicago-style egress signage. Use wet-location or vandal-resistant alternatives for exposed exterior, washdown, or high-abuse environments.
Compare Similar Chicago Paths
- Choose this CHIX model for Chicago-approved EXIT-only signage with a glass panel.
- Choose a Chicago-approved exit/emergency combo when the same location also needs integral lamp heads.
- Choose a Chicago steel emergency light when only area illumination is required.
- Choose broader steel exit signs when the project does not require the Chicago glass-panel format.
Project Paperwork and Closeout Checks
Before ordering, confirm option, AC-only or battery requirement, remote-capacity requirement, remote-head compatibility, final mounting path, panel/accessory needs, runtime, ambient conditions, and local code approval.
Compliance notes
- Confirm option, mounting path, panel/accessory needs, runtime, remote-capacity load, and local code approval against the building plans.
- Use CHIX-WB or CHIX-WB-RC where local 90-minute emergency operation is required.
- Use a wet-location or NEMA-rated exit sign for outdoor, washdown, or exposed environments.
Frequently asked questions
Is CHIX a Chicago-approved steel LED exit sign with glass panel?
Yes. CHIX is a City of Chicago approved steel LED exit sign with a 20-gauge steel cabinet, heat-tempered glass face, red EXIT legend, and UL 924 listing.
What is the difference between CHIX-LB, CHIX-WB, and CHIX-WB-RC?
CHIX-LB is AC-only. CHIX-WB adds LiFePO4 battery backup for 90-minute emergency operation. CHIX-WB-RC adds remote capacity to the battery-backed configuration for a compatible nearby remote head.
Can this glass-panel exit sign be wall, ceiling, or end mounted?
Yes. The sign supports wall, ceiling, and end mounting, and top knockouts can support pendant conduit by others where project conditions require it.
Does CHIX include battery backup?
Battery backup depends on the selected configuration. Choose CHIX-WB or CHIX-WB-RC when the project requires 90-minute emergency operation from the sign.
When should I choose the CHIX-WB-RC remote-capable version?
Choose CHIX-WB-RC when the sign must power a compatible nearby remote head. Keep the remote load within the 9.6 V, 3 W output rating and verify wiring against the spec sheet.
Are arrows, STAIR legends, or double-face panels included?
The standard product path is for the EXIT panel. If the approved path of travel requires arrows, STAIR legends, or double-face viewing, confirm the needed accessory or alternate panel before ordering.
Is CHIX suitable for damp indoor Chicago projects?
Yes. CHIX is damp-location listed for protected indoor commercial spaces from 41-113 F / 5-45 C. Use a wet-location exit sign for outdoor, washdown, or NEMA-rated locations.