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

NYC Approved Die-Cast Aluminum LED Exit Sign - NYKXTEU, 8-Inch Red Letters

The NYKXTEU NYC approved die-cast aluminum LED exit sign is a specification-grade New York City exit sign for projects that require 8-inch red EXIT letters, a durable metal housing, and a broad configured SKU matrix. Use it for commercial interiors, multifamily corridors, healthcare facilities, schools, transit-adjacent spaces, and public buildings where a standard 6-inch exit sign or plastic housing is not the right fit.

This Best Lighting NYKXTEU family supports single-face, double-face, and universal-face layouts; white, black, and aluminum housing and face-panel combinations; AC-only or 90-minute Ni-Cd battery backup; SDT self-testing; and tamper-proof hardware packages. The current page keeps this NYKXTEU product separate from the 400U-8 NYC die-cast exit sign, which is a smaller SKU family with different model codes.

Best For

Choose NYKXTEU when a New York City job needs an architectural metal exit sign with 8-inch red letters, a large finish and face-panel matrix, optional integral emergency backup, and maintenance-friendly diagnostic or tamper-resistant configurations. It is especially useful for multi-floor buildings where the same approved family must cover wall-backed doorways, corridor intersections, and public-access areas.

Key Features

• NYC approved LED exit sign with 8-inch red letters for New York City egress requirements.
• Die-cast aluminum construction gives the sign a heavier-duty, more architectural body than thermoplastic NYC exit signs.
• Single-face, double-face, and universal-face variants support wall, ceiling, and end-mount layouts from one product family.
• Housing and face-panel combinations cover white, black, and aluminum finishes for design-sensitive corridors and lobbies.
• AC-only and EM battery-backup variants let the same page support normal-power and integral emergency-power schedules.
• EM models use Ni-Cd battery backup for 90-minute emergency operation with push-to-test and status indication.
• SDT self-testing variants automate periodic diagnostic checks for battery, charger, and LED board fault reporting.
• TP tamper-proof variants are available for public corridors, schools, transit-adjacent spaces, and high-touch buildings.
• 120/277 VAC dual-voltage input supports common commercial branch circuits.
• Field-selectable chevrons let installers match the approved egress direction after the route is confirmed.
• Damp-location rated for protected indoor and covered interior applications.
• Broad 162-variant matrix helps contractors match face count, finish, backup, diagnostics, and tamper-resistant needs without leaving the NYKXTEU family.

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Spec Sheet

Download the NYKXTEU spec sheet for final model codes, finish combinations, electrical ratings, installation details, dimensions, and submittal notes.

8-Inch Red Legend

• The NYKXTEU family is intended for New York City projects that require a red EXIT legend with larger characters than standard 6-inch signs.
• Use the 8-inch red-letter configuration for NYC corridors, lobbies, assembly areas, multifamily egress paths, and inspected commercial renovations.
• Confirm final placement, arrow direction, and any local documentation requirements with the AHJ before installation.

Electrical

• Universal 120/277 VAC input supports common commercial circuits.
• AC-only variants are available when emergency power is provided elsewhere in the building system.
• EM variants add Ni-Cd battery backup for a minimum 90-minute emergency runtime.
• Push-to-test and status indication support monthly and annual inspection routines; SDT models add automatic self-testing.

Mounting & Face Configuration

• Single-face models are used for wall-backed doors or one-direction visibility.
• Double-face models are used at corridor intersections, open lobbies, and approaches where the sign must be visible from two directions.
• Universal-face variants give contractors a flexible option for field conditions where the final face setup may be confirmed late in the job.
• Canopy and backplate installation supports wall, ceiling, and end placement depending on the selected configuration.

Housing & Finish

• Die-cast aluminum housing is suited to public interiors where a sturdier metal sign is preferred over molded thermoplastic.
• Finish and face-panel combinations include white, black, and aluminum looks so the exit sign can coordinate with architectural trim, doors, and ceilings.
• The metal body and coordinated face panels make the product a strong fit for lobbies, public corridors, and design-sensitive commercial interiors.

Options Matrix & Ordering Notes

• Face options include Single, Double, and Universal.
• Housing Color | Face Panel options include Aluminum | Aluminum, Aluminum | Black, Aluminum | White, Black | Aluminum, Black | Black, Black | White, White | Aluminum, White | Black, and White | White.
• Battery Backup | Self Diagnostics | Tamper Proof selections separate AC-only, EM battery, SDT self-testing, and TP tamper-proof configurations.
• Use model-code suffixes carefully: EM indicates emergency battery backup, SDT indicates self-testing, and TP indicates tamper-proof hardware.

Certifications / Warranty

• UL 924 listed for emergency lighting and exit sign applications when installed according to the manufacturer instructions.
• Designed for New York City compliant red-letter exit sign applications; confirm final project acceptance with the authority having jurisdiction.
• Rated for damp indoor locations; use a wet-location or NEMA-rated model for exposed exterior, washdown, or high-moisture areas.
• Warranty coverage follows the manufacturer warranty for electronics, housing, and battery terms listed on project documentation.

Dimensions

• Approximate sign size: 15.5 in W x 10 in H x 2 in D.
• Check the spec sheet for canopy clearance, installation surface requirements, and final submittal dimensions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is NYKXTEU an NYC approved 8-inch red letter exit sign?

Yes. NYKXTEU is positioned for New York City compliant exit sign applications that require 8-inch red EXIT letters. Always confirm final approval and placement with the AHJ for inspected work.

How is this page different from the 400U-8 NYC die-cast exit sign?

This page is for the Best Lighting NYKXTEU product family with a 162-variant matrix. The 400U-8 page is a separate Exitronix product family with different model codes and a smaller selection path.

Can this exit sign be ordered with battery backup?

Yes. EM variants include Ni-Cd battery backup for 90-minute emergency operation. AC-only variants are also available when the building emergency system provides power elsewhere.

What does SDT mean on NYKXTEU variants?

SDT indicates self-testing diagnostics. These variants automate routine checks and help identify battery, charger, or LED board faults through the fixture status indication.

What does TP mean on the model code?

TP indicates a tamper-proof hardware package. It is useful for public corridors, schools, multifamily common areas, and other locations where fixture access should be restricted.

Can NYKXTEU be single-face or double-face?

Yes. The product family includes single-face, double-face, and universal-face selections so the same family can cover wall-backed exits and two-direction corridor visibility.

Is this a wet-location exit sign?

No. NYKXTEU is for damp indoor or protected interior applications. For exposed exterior, washdown, parking, or high-moisture areas, use a wet-location or NEMA-rated exit sign instead.