Edge-Lit Exit Sign – Recessed, NYC 8" Red Letters
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Edge-Lit Exit Sign – Recessed, 8-Inch Red (NYC Approved) - Features & Specs
This Edge-Lit Exit Sign features a recessed design and NYC-mandated 8-inch red legend with LED illumination and emergency battery backup for reliable UL 924 egress. Browse the full Edge-Lit Exit Signs collection, or see jurisdictional models in NYC-Approved Exit Signs.
Key Features
- NYC Approved; UL 924 listed (damp location 0–50 °C)
- Edge-lit acrylic panel with uniform, glare-free illumination
- Bold 8" red EXIT legend per NYC code
- Recessed chassis for drywall or T-bar ceilings; serviceable from below
- Universal input 120/277 VAC; status LED & push-to-test
- EM models: 4.8 V Ni-Cd battery with 90 min runtime; solid-state transfer & two-rate charger (~24 h)
- Convertible single/double face; double-face includes white/silver mylar backer
- Field-applied chevrons for left/right/no-arrow egress marking
- Extruded-aluminum housing; trim finishes: natural, white, or black
- Options: SPV 208/220/240 VAC input; SDT self-diagnostics; WM recessed wall-mount kit
Download Exit Sign Spec Sheet (PDF)
Illumination
- Ultra-bright red LED legend with NYC-required 8-inch characters
- Uniform edge lighting on UV-stabilized acrylic panel
- Double-face units include silver or white mylar backer
Electrical
- 120/277 VAC dual-voltage input with bi-color LED and push-to-test button
- 4.8 V Ni-Cd battery (EM models) provides 90-minute emergency runtime
- Solid-state transfer switch and two-rate charger (24-hour recharge)
- SPV option supports 208/220/240 VAC input (UL-listed)
Mounting
- Recessed chassis installs in drywall or T-bar ceiling grids
- WM option available for recessed wall mounting
- Self-adhesive chevrons with template for directional marking
Housing / Trim
- Extruded-aluminum housing with detachable trim ring
- Finishes: natural aluminum, white, or black powder coat
- Serviceable from below ceiling level
Options
- SDT — Self-diagnostic exit sign testing
- SPV — 208/220/240 VAC multi-tap input
- WM — Recessed wall-mount trim kit
Warranty / Listings
- 5-year warranty on housing and electronics; battery prorated 5 years
- UL 924 damp-location exit sign (0 °C – 50 °C)
- Compliant with NFPA 101, NEC, OSHA, CEC Title 20, and NYC codes
Dimensions
- Housing: 18 in L × approx. 4 in D
- Trim Height: approx. 10 in
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the NYRELZXTE approved for New York City installations?
Yes. The NYRELZXTE features 8-inch red EXIT lettering and meets all NYC emergency signage codes. It is UL 924 listed and NYC compliant.
Can this model be installed in ceilings or walls?
Yes. The unit is designed for recessed mounting in drywall or T-bar ceiling grids. The optional WM trim kit allows for recessed wall mounting.
Does this sign include emergency battery backup?
EM models include a 4.8 V Ni-Cd battery that provides 90 minutes of emergency illumination during power loss.
Can it be used with 208/220/240 VAC electrical systems?
Yes. The SPV option accepts multi-tap 208/220/240 VAC input and is UL listed for alternate voltage applications.
Are the directional arrows field-selectable?
Yes. Each sign includes a template and self-adhesive chevrons that can be applied during installation to indicate direction.
Edge-Lit Exit Sign – Recessed, 8-Inch Red (NYC Approved)
This Edge-Lit Exit Sign features a recessed design and NYC-mandated 8-inch red legend with LED illumination and emergency battery backup for reliable UL 924 egress. Browse the full Edge-Lit Exit Signs collection, or see jurisdictional models in NYC-Approved Exit Signs.
The NYRELZXTE NYC-approved recessed edge-lit EXIT sign pairs a low-profile extruded aluminum housing with a clear acrylic panel for a clean, floating “EXIT” appearance. Models provide integral Ni-Cd battery backup and support recessed grid or drywall installs—ideal for modern interiors where architectural styling and strict code compliance meet.
Download NYRELZXTE Exit Sign Spec Sheet (PDF)
Illumination
- Ultra-bright red LED legend with NYC-required 8-inch characters
- Uniform edge lighting on UV-stabilized acrylic panel
- Double-face units include silver or white mylar backer
Electrical
- 120/277 VAC dual-voltage input with bi-color LED and push-to-test button
- 4.8 V Ni-Cd battery (EM models) provides 90-minute emergency runtime
- Solid-state transfer switch and two-rate charger (24-hour recharge)
- SPV option supports 208/220/240 VAC input (UL-listed)
Mounting
- Recessed chassis installs in drywall or T-bar ceiling grids
- WM option available for recessed wall mounting
- Self-adhesive chevrons with template for directional marking
Housing / Trim
- Extruded-aluminum housing with detachable trim ring
- Finishes: natural aluminum, white, or black powder coat
- Serviceable from below ceiling level
Options
- SDT — Self-diagnostic exit sign testing
- SPV — 208/220/240 VAC multi-tap input
- WM — Recessed wall-mount trim kit
Warranty / Listings
- 5-year warranty on housing and electronics; battery prorated 5 years
- UL 924 damp-location exit sign (0 °C – 50 °C)
- Compliant with NFPA 101, NEC, OSHA, CEC Title 20, and NYC codes
Dimensions
- Housing: 18 in L × 4? in D
- Trim Height: approx. 10? in
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the NYRELZXTE approved for New York City installations?
Yes. The NYRELZXTE features 8-inch red EXIT lettering and meets all NYC emergency signage codes. It is UL 924 listed and NYC compliant.
Can this model be installed in ceilings or walls?
Yes. The unit is designed for recessed mounting in drywall or T-bar ceiling grids. The optional WM trim kit allows for recessed wall mounting.
Does this sign include emergency battery backup?
EM models include a 4.8 V Ni-Cd battery that provides 90 minutes of emergency illumination during power loss.
Can it be used with 208/220/240 VAC electrical systems?
Yes. The SPV option accepts multi-tap 208/220/240 VAC input and is UL listed for alternate voltage applications.
Are the directional arrows field-selectable?
Yes. Each sign includes a template and self-adhesive chevrons that can be applied during installation to indicate direction.