1. home and garden
2. home furnishings
3. lamps and lighting

LED SYSTEMS FOR SIGNAGE
Signage Applications
Channel Letters
Channel letter signs range in size and depth from a few
inches to several feet. Channel letters utilize custom bent
metal or plastic to fashion channels in the shape of a letter.
The channel is covered with a translucent plastic face,
often a colored acrylic, which is typically backlit by LEDs or
neon sources mounted to the back of the channel.
Halo Signs
Halo signs are channel letter signs that project light behind
them, causing the light to reflect off of the sign's mounting
surface creating a silhouette of the letter, or a "halo" of
light. The construction of a halo letter is very similar to that
of a channel letter, but the light emitted from the channel is
thrown back towards the wall instead of forward through an
acrylic. Halo letters may also have a backlit acrylic face in
addition to the halo effect.
Box Sign
Frequently free-standing and double-sided, box signs, also
known as cabinet signs, exist in a variety of shapes and
sizes. The face of a box sign is made of a translucent
plastic and often displays colored graphics and designs
made from vinyl or paint. The face is supported only by the
walls of the box sign and is illuminated from behind by a
light source mounted at the rear wall of the cabinet.
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LED SYSTEMS FOR SIGNAGE
Point of Purchase
In an environment where manufacturers are trying to
differentiate themselves, a point of purchase sign is a
great way to highlight products, draw attention and
drive sales. In almost any retail establishment these
signs are abundant, and can be found in various
sizes, shapes and styles. Point of purchase signs
most often utilize some form of back lighting, but
occasionally utilize other forms of illumination.
Border Lighting
Long, linear runs of acrylic-faced channels are often used as
an architectural enhancement for many different types of
border lighting. Border lighting is usually colored and typically
back lit by neon, fluorescent, or LED light sources. The width
and depth of the channel can vary greatly. Some border
lighting use only neon tubing without being enclosed in a
channel, exposed directly to the surrounding environment.
Edge Lit
Edge lit signs are made of a translucent material which is
illuminated by a light source placed adjacent to one or more of
the edges of the sign. The light travels through the sign material
and the sign lights up as the light escapes from the front, back,
and sides. Edge lit signs can employ the use of colored vinyl and
graphics, or can be translucent or clear with the sign message
engraved in the sign material, which shines as the light is
scattered when it strikes the engraving from the inside of the
material.
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LED SYSTEMS FOR SIGNAGE
BACKlight 2nd Generation Modules
BACKlight LED modules are ideally suited to fit the typical contours and curves used in
signage. Currently, there are four versions of BACKlight available: BACKlight 2nd Generation
(BL02 and BL04) and BACKlight 2nd Generation Protect (BL02 and BL04). They provide
uniform illumination of diffusing materials used in signage.
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BACKlight 2nd Generation Protect BL02
x Chain design allows for easy retrofit or
installation in new signs
x Dimmable using OPTOTRONIC®
OT-DIM control module
x Long service life: up to 100,000 hours
for colors and 50,000 hours for white
when temperature at Tc points is
maintained at 40ºC
x Mounting holes allow for
installation by screw, rivet, or
snap-in mounting accessories
x Two 23.6 foot LED modules per reel.
Total length per reel is 47.2 feet.
x 120º beam angle provides uniform light
distribution in channel letter signs
x IP66 rated
x RoHS compliant
x Low power consumption – 0.7 to
0.9 watts per foot
x Optimally paired with
OPTOTRONIC® 10.5Vdc power
supplies
x Listed in UL“ Sign Components
Manual (SAM)
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BACKlight 2nd Generation Protect BL02
x Chain design allows for easy retrofit or
installation in new signs
x Long service life: up to 50,000 hours
when temperature at Tc points is
maintained at 40ºC
x Two 11.8ft LED modules per reel.
Total length per reel is 23.6 feet.
x 120º beam angle provides uniform light
distribution in channel letter signs
x IP66 rated
x RoHS compliant
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x Dimmable using
OPTOTRONIC® OT-DIM control
module
x Mounting holes allow for
installation by screw, rivet, or
snap-in mounting accessories
x Low power consumption 1.8
watts per foot
x Optimally paired with
OPTOTRONIC® 10.5Vdc power
supplies
x Listed in UL“ Sign Components
Manual (SAM)
LED SYSTEMS FOR SIGNAGE
BACKlight 2nd Generation BL02
x
x
x
x
x
Two 15.75 foot modules per reel.
Total length per reel is 31.5 feet
A complete reel has 120 circuit
boards with 2 LEDs connected by
flexible wire
Conformally coated to protect
against moisture, condensation
and dripping water
Can be easily cut into custom
lengths
Mounting holes allow for
installation by screw, rivet, or
snap-in mounting accessories
x
x
x
x
x
x
120º beam angle provides uniform
light distribution in channel letter
signs
Long service life up: up to 100,000
hours for colors and 50,00 hours for
white when temperature at Tc point
is maintained at 40ºC
Minimal heat generation
Listed in UL“ Sign Components
Manual (SAM)
RoHS compliant
Optimally paired with
OPTOTRONIC® 10.5Vdc power
supplies
BACKlight 2nd Generation BL04
x Two 8 foot modules per reel. Total
length per reel is 16 feet
x A complete reel has 60 circuit
boards with 4 LEDs connected by
flexible wires
x Conformally coated to protect
against moisture, condensation,
and dripping water
x Wire interconnects allow for
flexible mounting
x Mounting holes allow for
installation by screw, rivet, or
snap-in mounting accessories
x
x
x
x
x
x
120º beam angle provides
uniform light distribution in
channel letter signs
Long service life: up to 100,000
hours for colors and 50,00 hours
for white when temperature at Tc
point is maintained at 40ºC
Minimal heat generation
Listed in UL“ Sign Components
Manual (SAM)
RoHS compliant
Optimally paired with
®
OPTOTRONIC 10.5Vdc power
supplies
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LED SYSTEMS FOR SIGNAGE
Hi-Flux LED Modules
These versatile systems package hi-flux LED light sources in an extremely flat module enabling
you to design smaller, sleeker signs.
HF²Chain
x Uses hi-flux white LEDs for maximum illumination
x Available in a 12 foot chain with 18 metal circuit boards
x 120º beam angle provides uniform light distribution in channel
letter signs
x Mounting holes allow for installation by screw, rivet, or snap-in
mounting accessories
x Chain can be subdivided every three boards totaling 2 feet.
x RoHS compliant
x Dimmable
x UL2108 Listing as well as UL“ Sign Components Manual (SAM)
listing helps ensure easy and safe system installation
x Optimally paired with OPTOTRONIC® 24Vdc power supplies
HF²Stick XB Sx-Series S4
x High brightness LED package for high efficiency and
performance
x Easy board-to-board connectors with integrated pins
x Service life up to 50,000 hours when temperature at Tc point is
maintained at 60ºC
x Dimmable with OPTOTRONIC® OT-DIM
x Mounting holes allow for installation by screw, rivet, or snap-in
mounting accessories
x RoHS Compliant
x UL“ 2108 Listed which helps to ensure easy and safe system
installation
x Optimally paired with OPTOTRONIC® 24Vdc power supplies
HF²X
x
x
x
x
x
x
Compact hi-flux LED light source with an on-board optic
Higher efficacy than incandescent or halogen light sources
Pre-wired with 7.9 inch polarized cables
Available with optional integrated optics in 12º, 30º, 60º, and 120º
Extremely small in size: diameter = 20.01mm
Long service life: up to 50,000 hours when temperature at Tc point is
maintained at 40ºC
x Listed in the UL“ Sign Components Manual (SAM)
x RoHS compliant
x Optimally paired with OPTOTRONIC®, constant current power supplies
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LED SYSTEMS FOR SIGNAGE
LINEARlight FLEX“ Modules
The LINEARlight FLEX modules offer exciting new possibilities for signage applications and
for optimal solutions requiring precise backlighting of complex contours.
There are currently three versions of the LINEARlight FLEX modules, TOPLED“, SIDELED“ and POWER FLEX.
The TOPLED and POWER FLEX modules offer direct lighting that emits from the top of the module. The
SIDELED module emits light from the side which is best suited for illuminating signage with indirect lighting. The
end result is an attractive gleam of light that is seen around the contour of the sign, usually referred to as the
“Corona Effect” or Halo lighting.
LINEARlight FLEX SIDELED
x
x
x
x
Available on 13.8 foot reels
Each reel consists of 300 LEDs
Minimal heat generation
Self-adhesive backing allows for
easy installation
x Smaller sections can made when
cutting the marked position on the
module
x
x
x
x
Smallest unit can be 2.2 inches
120º beam angle
Optimally paired with
OPTOTRONIC® 10.5Vdc power
supplies
Available in white (4700K,
5400K, 6500K)
LINEARlight FLEX TOPLED
x
x
x
x
Available on 27.5 foot reels
Each reel consists of 600 LEDs
Minimal heat generation
Self-adhesive backing allows for
easy installation
x Smaller sections can be made
when cutting the marked
position on the module
x Smallest unit can be 5.5 inches
x 120º beam angle
x Optimally paired with
OPTOTRONIC® 24Vdc power
supplies
x Available in green, blue, yellow,
red and white (4700K, 5400K,
6500K)
LINEARlight POWER FLEX
x High brightness, flexible, linear
LED alternatives to conventional
sources
x Self-adhesive backing allows for
easy installation
x Can be conventionally field cut
with scissors every 6 LEDs
x Long life: Up to 50,000 hours when
temperature at Tc point is
maintained at 40ºC
x 120º beam angle
x Optimally paired with
OPTOTRONIC® 24Vdc power
supplies
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LED Systems for Signage
SYLVANIA OPTOTRONIC® control gear.
A perfect match is characterized by the fact that everything is coordinated down to the last
detail. It’s the same with LED modules and control gear from SYLVANIA. In order to be able to
offer intelligent and economical systems for a wide range of applications, SYLVANIA
develops all the components in house, thus ensuring optimum functionality and efficiency.
OPTOTRONIC with IP6X protection.
For additional power supply information
please reference the Product Information
Bulletins:
x
ECS028
x
ECS049
x
ECS050
x
ECS052
x Control gear for outdoor applications with
IP64 or IP65 protection (OPTOTRONIC OT6
CE and OT12 LE with IP65 rated and
OPTOTRONIC OT50 E and OT 75E with
IP64)
x Output voltage 10.5Vdc or 24Vdc;
electronically stabilized, constant DC
voltage
x Several modules can be connected in
parallel within the specified output range
x Safe operation thanks to electrical isolation
between primary side and the secondary
side (SELV equivalent)
x Operation at ambient temperatures from 25ºC to +60ºC
x Intelligent power matching for LED modules
(Smart Power Supply) on OPTOTRONIC
OT50 E and OT75 E
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LED Systems for Signage
Beauty and efficiency.
Illuminated advertising in the
Yorkdale signage application.
The signage at the Yorkdale Shopping Center in Toronto showcases the impressive
performance of LED technology. SYLVANIA BACKlight modules provide even illumination,
a pleasant light effect, and a reduction in energy consumption by 74%..
Before: The Yorkdale sign using cold cathode lamps on the front of
nearly 60 foot glass atrium. Lamp failure was a persistent problem.
The 120º beam angle of the BACKlight modules allows the
modules to be positioned close to the cover. This ensures uniform
illumination and a thinner contour for the sign.
Approximately 1,000 BACKlight LED modules and 120 10.5Vdc 50W
OPTOTRONIC® units were installed.
After: The Yorkdale sign illuminated with the LED lighting solution
from SYLVANIA. Energy consumption was reduced by 74% and,
equally important, the overall look was now much more attractive.
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Technical Data
Item
Number
Product Description
Length
(ft)
No of
LEDs
Power
(W)
Voltage
(Vdc)
Current
(Amps)
Color
Color Temp
Wavelength
Min Initial
Lumens
(lm)
Lumens/ft
BACKlight 2G Protect BL02
70317
BLP/BL02/W3F-865 47.2 FT
47.24
240
44
10.5
4.2
White
6500 K
880
18.6
70254
BLP/470/BL02/B2 47.2 FT 5/CS 1/SKU
47.24
240
32
10.5
3.0
470 nm
286
6.1
70245
BLP/617/BL02/A1 47.2 FT
47.24
240
38
10.5
3.6
Blue
Amber
Red
617 nm
600
12.7
Lumens/ft
Item
Number
Product Description
Length
(ft)
No of
LEDs
Power
(W)
Voltage
(Vdc)
Current
(Amps)
Color
Color Temp
Wavelength
Min Initial
Lumens
(lm)
47.24
240
44
10.5
4.2
White
6500 K
880
18.6
44
10.5
4.2
6500 K
880
27.9
633 nm
490
15.6
617 nm
1180
37.5
606 nm
980
31.1
BACKlight 2G BL02
70278
70272
B2GBL02LW3F8654724FT
B2G/BL02S/W3-865 31.5FT
31.5
240
70235
B2G/633/BL02/S1-31.5FT
31.5
240
38
70175
B2G/617/BL02/A2 31.5 FT
31.5
240
38
3.6
White
Super
Red
Amber
Red
70236
B2G/606/BL02/O1-31.5FT
31.5
240
38
10.5
3.6
Orange
10.5
10.5
3.6
70237
B2G/587/BL02/Y2-31.5FT
31.5
240
38
10.5
3.6
Yellow
587 nm
980
31.1
70238
B2G/525/BL02/T2-31.5FT
31.5
240
32
10.5
3.0
Green
525 nm
430
13.7
70239
B2G/470/BL02/B1-31.5FT
31.5
240
32
10.5
3.0
Blue
470 nm
3.2
Length
(ft)
No of
LEDs
Power
(W)
Voltage
(Vdc)
Current
(Amps)
Color
Color Temp
Wavelength
100
Min Initial
Lumens
(lm)
23.62
240
44
10.5
4.2
White
6500 K
880
37.3
Color Temp
Wavelength
Min Initial
Lumens
(lm)
Lumens/ft
Item
Number
Product Description
Lumens/ft
BACKlight 2G Protect BL04
70355
BLP/BL04/W3F-865 11.8FT
Item
Number
Product Description
Length
(ft)
No of
LEDs
Power
(W)
Voltage
(Vdc)
Current
(Amps)
Color
BACKlight 2G BL04
70279
B2GBL04LW3F8652362FT
23.62
240
44
10.5
4.2
White
6500 K
880
37.3
70173
BACKLIGHT2G/BL04ST/W2-865 15.75FT
15.75
240
38
10.5
3.6
White
6500 K
520
33.0
70172
BACKLIGHT2G/525/BL04ST/T2 15.75FT
15.75
240
32
10.5
3.0
Green
525 nm
430
27.3
70171
BACKLIGHT2G470BL04STB115.75FT
15.75
240
32
10.5
3.0
Blue
470 nm
6.3
Length
(ft)
No of
LEDs
Power
(W)
Voltage
(Vdc)
Current
(Amps)
Color
Color Temp
Wavelength
100
Min Initial
Lumens
(lm)
HF2CHAIN/36/W4-865/HE
12
36
26
24
2.2
White
6500 K
1850
154
70179
HF2CHAIN/36/W3-835
12
36
52
24
2.2
White
3500 K
1320
110.0
70177
HF2Chain/SB/02/W3-835
2
3
24
0.2
White
3500 K
74
70165
HF2CHAIN/36/W3-865 12 FT
12
36
52
24
2.2
White
6500 K
1320
70234
HF2Chain/SB/02/W3-865
2
3
24
0.2
White
6500 K
Length
(ft)
No of
LEDs
Power
(W)
Voltage
(Vdc)
Current
(Amps)
Color
Color Temp
Wavelength
74
Min Initial
Lumens
(lm)
Item
Number
Product Description
Lumens/ft
HF²Chain
70400
Item
Number
Product Description
110.0
Lumens/ft
LINEARlight FLEX SIDELED
70090
LNRFLXSD/LM11A-W3-847
13.8
300
31.5
10.5
3.0
White
4700 K
1000
72.5
70088
LNRFLXSD/LM11A-W3-854
13.8
300
31.5
10.5
3.0
White
5400 K
1000
72.5
70087
LNRFLXSD/LM11A-W3-865
13.8
300
31.5
10.5
3.0
White
6500 K
1000
72.5
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Technical Data
Item
Number
Product Description
Length
(ft)
No of
LEDs
Power
(W)
Voltage
(Vdc)
Current
(Amps)
Color
Color Temp
Wavelength
Min Initial
Lumens
(lm)
Lumens/ft
LINEARlight FLEX TOPLED
70266
LNRFLXTP/LM10A/W3F-727
27.5
600
72
24
3.0
White
2700 K
1850
67.3
70332
LNRFLXTP/LM10A/W3F-830
27.5
600
72
24
3.0
White
3000 K
2350
85.5
70327
LNRFLXTP/LM10A/W3F-835
27.5
600
86.4
24
3.6
White
3500 K
2350
85.5
70333
LNRFLXTP/LM10A/W3F-840
27.5
600
72
24
3.0
White
4000 K
2350
85.5
70291
LNRFLXTP/LM10A/W3F-854
27.5
600
86.4
24
3.6
5400 K
2000
72.7
617 nm
1620
58.9
587 nm
1290
46.9
70135
LINEARFLEXTOP/617/OS/LM10A/A127.5FT
27.5
600
72
24
3.0
White
Amber
Red
70061
LINEARFLEXTOP/587/OS/LM10A/Y127.5FT
27.5
600
72
24
3.0
Yellow
70063
LINEARFLEXTOP/525/OS/LM10A/T127.5FT
27.5
600
72
24
3.0
Green
525 nm
1200
43.6
70320
LLFLXTP/LM10A-B2
27.5
600
48
24
2.0
Blue
470 nm
16.7
Length
(ft)
No of
LEDs
Power
(W)
Voltage
(Vdc)
Current
(Amps)
Color
Color Temp
Wavelength
460
Min Initial
Lumens
(lm)
Lumens/ft
Item
Number
Product Description
LINEARlight POWER FLEX
70268
LNRPWRFLX/LM10P/W3/727
9
120
72
24
3.0
White
2700 K
1500
166.7
70331
LNRPWRFLX/LM10P-W3F-830
9
120
72
24
3.0
White
3000 K
1900
211.1
70325
LNRPWRFLX/LM10P-W3F-835
9
120
72
24
3.0
White
3500 K
2450
272.2
70328
LNRPWRFLX/LM10P-W3F-840
9
120
72
24
3.0
White
4000 K
2450
272.2
70098
LNRPWRFLX/LM10P/W3F-854
9
120
72
24
2.0
White
5400 K
155.6
Length
(ft)
No of
LEDs
Power
(W)
Voltage
(Vdc)
Current
(Amps)
Color
Color Temp
Wavelength
1400
Min Initial
Lumens
(lm)
Lumens/ft
Item
Number
Product Description
HF²Stick XB SX Series
70359
HF2STICKXB/830/S4
1
4
3.7
24
154.0
White
3000 K
216
216.0
70313
HF2STICKXB/835/S4
1
4
3.7
24
154.0
White
3500 K
216
216.0
70314
HF2STICKXB/841/S4
1
4
3.7
24
154.0
White
4100 K
216
216.0
70316
HF2STICKXB/857/S4
1
4
3.7
24
154.0
White
5700 K
235
235.0
Power (W)
Current
(mA)
Beam
Angle
Intensity
(cd)
Color
Temp
3300 K
Item
Number
Product Description
HF²X
70192
HF2X/120/DX1-W3-733-L12
1.2
350
12
450
70193
HF2X/30/DX1-W3-733-L30
1.2
350
30
75
3300 K
70194
HF2X/120/DX1-W3-733-L60
1.2
350
60
22
3300 K
70164
HF2X/120/DX1-W3-733
1.2
350
120
10
3300 K
70201
HF2X/12/W3-854
1.2
350
12
675
5400 K
70202
HF2X/30/W3-854
1.2
350
30
110
5400 K
70191
HF2X/60/W3-854
1.2
350
60
33
5400 K
70184
HF2X/120/W3-854
1.2
350
120
15
5400 K
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OSRAM is a registered trademark of OSRAM GmbH.
SYLVANIA is a registered trademark of OSRAM SYLVANIA.
TOPLED, SIDELED, LINEARlight FLEX, and OPTOTRONIC are registered trademarks of OSRAM GbmH, used under license.
Specifications subject to change without notice.
Certain Photography Paul Picone © 2009 PICorp.
”2009 OSRAM SYLVANIA 4/09
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