So, what is the "scoop" on LED signs?

A Light-Emitting Dode (LED) is a semiconductor diode device and it emits incoherent narrow-spectrum light when electrically biased in the forward direction.

So, what are some of the Advantages of using LEDs?

• LEDs are not sensitive to vibration and shocks, unlike incandescent and "discharge sources".
• LEDs have an extremely long life span: typically ten years, twice as long as the best fluorescent bulbs and twenty times longer than the best incandescent bulbs.
• LEDs DO NOT generate RF wavelengths that cause radio interference, or emit UV, Ultraviolet light (unless specified as a UV diode), so LEDs will not readily attract bugs and other insects.
• LEDs give off less heat than incandescent light bulbs with similar light output.
• LED signs use very little power (some of our LED signs specify 3w~7w max consumption).

So, what are the disadvantages of using LEDs?

In a sign with exposed LEDs, the sign will not be as bright when viewed from sharp side angles. LEDs are said to have a 30 degree viewing angle. Neon is equally bright when viewed from any angle. From a direct "front view" and slight angles, LED is brighter than neon.

Semi-Outdoor or "Ultra-Bright" signs are bright enough to be viewed in full daylight when displayed in a window. "Indoor Brightness" or "Regular Brightness" sign are only bright enough to be viewed from indoor or from outdoors at night, but they are not bright enough to be viewed from outdoors in full daylight. Even though the Semi-Outdoor or "Ultra-Bright" sign is bright enough to be viewed from outside, none of these signs are designed for use in a outdoor environment where they might get wet.

CLICK HERE for a VIDEO showing the indoor multi-color LED sign in action.