What type of lighting should you use in your channel letter sign, LED or neon?
Both have very distinct qualities.
LED, or Light Emitting Diode, is a compact low voltage lighting system. Many companies are switching to LED’s for the power savings as well as the lower maintenance cost. LED’s in channel letters offer the best long term cost savings and the greatest flexibility in small letters.
Neon is a glass tube filled with neon or argon gas to provide a rainbow of colors. Nothing compares to the look of an exposed neon sign. Though neon uses more power than LED’s, the brightness of neon is still the very best. Neon is limited in size and cold weather can be a factor if the sign installation is done improperly.
Most of the time the LED and neon are covered up by a white or red plastic sign face, so the classy look of neon is not realized.
Many property managers are requiring LED channel letters in their leases. Free consultation available.
