Face-Lit Letter Signage

Channel Letters

Acrylic-faced letters on welded aluminum returns, wired with IP65 LED. We fabricate each letter to your exact size, color and finish and ship it worldwide.

From $24 per letter
For a 12-inch acrylic face with white LED. Custom sizes, colors and finishes quoted individually — free within 24 hours.
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Channel Letters
16years in signage
IP65weatherproof
50,000hrLED lifespan
2-yrwarranty
1 pcminimum order
Worldwideshipping
Options

8 ways to build your channel letters.

Not sure which fits your space? Tell us where the sign goes and we will recommend the right build.

Front-lit Letters
Front-lit Letters
Light shines through an acrylic face — the classic, brightest choice for storefronts.
From $24/letter
Retail · Restaurants · Offices
Back-lit (Halo) Letters
Back-lit (Halo) Letters
A soft LED halo washes the wall behind each letter for a premium look.
From $38/letter
Hotels · Corporate · Premium
Rimless Letters
Rimless Letters
No trim cap — the acrylic face runs edge-to-edge for a clean modern look.
From $33/letter
Modern retail · Tech · Studios
Domed Letters
Domed Letters
A raised acrylic dome gives each letter a polished 3D profile.
From $27/letter
Boutiques · Salons · Clinics
Dual-lit Letters
Dual-lit Letters
Face and halo lit together for 24-hour day-and-night visibility.
From $45/letter
High-traffic storefronts
Full-body Glow Letters
Full-body Glow Letters
The whole body lights up as one source — maximum brightness.
From $30/letter
Landmarks · Distance signage
Mini LED Letters
Mini LED Letters
Tiny illuminated letters for counters, desks and window displays.
From $18/letter
Counters · Receptions
Acrylic LED Letters
Acrylic LED Letters
Full acrylic body with embedded LED — a seamless modern glow.
From $23/letter
Indoor · Semi-outdoor
Specifications

What goes into every sign.

Technical Specifications

Face3mm acrylic, any RAL / Pantone color
Returns0.8mm aluminum, welded corners
LEDSMD 2835, 120 LEDs/m, IP65
Depth30mm–120mm
MountingStud mount with paper template
Warranty2-year LED, 5-year body

Ordering & Delivery

Minimum order1 piece
Production10–15 working days
ProofFree digital proof in 1–2 days
Express shipping7–10 days
Air freightAbout 10 days
Sea freight40–65 days
Payment50% deposit, 50% before shipping
SignLumi production floor
Why SignLumi

A real factory, not a trading company.

When you buy from a trading company, you pay a middleman and wait on someone else's production line. When you buy from SignLumi, you talk directly to the factory that cuts, welds, assembles and wires your signs.

  • 3,000 m² production floor — we control every step in-house
  • CE & UL certified, with export quality control
  • MeanWell power supplies and Rishang LED modules
  • 2-year warranty on every illuminated sign
Buyer Planning Guide

How to specify channel letters for a commercial sign

Channel letters combine a shaped face, a metal return and an internal light source. The buyer's first decision is not simply the color; the sign must be planned around the facade, viewing distance, electrical location and installation method. A clear specification lets the factory quote the correct construction and helps the installer prepare the wall, power and service access before the letters arrive.

Front-lit construction

The illuminated acrylic face is the visible light source while the metal return forms the letter body. This construction is commonly used where the storefront name must be read clearly from the street or parking area.

Back-lit and halo

Halo letters direct light toward the wall and create a soft outline. Wall texture, standoff gap, letter depth and surrounding light all affect the result, so the mounting detail should be approved with the sign design.

Dual-lit and rimless

Dual-lit letters combine face and halo illumination, while rimless designs reduce the visible metal edge. These options require a construction review because the face, return and LED layout interact.

Size and viewing distance

Letter height should match the distance from which the sign will be read and the available facade area. A dimensioned elevation is more useful than a logo shown without scale.

Materials and exposure

Acrylic faces, metal returns and LED components must suit the site. Outdoor letters require sealed LED modules, weather-rated wiring and suitable finish details; coastal locations need specific material confirmation.

Power and service

Identify where the driver, timer or switch will be installed and how service access will work. The installation plan should show the cable route and the person responsible for the final electrical connection.

DecisionWhat to compareWhat to send
LightingFront, halo, dual or rimlessNight reference and lighting goal
Letter sizeHeight, width and viewing distanceFacade photo and dimensions
FaceAcrylic color, diffusion and finishLogo color and sample reference
ReturnMetal, depth and finishWall type and mounting limits
PowerDriver location and switchingElectrician notes
ApprovalArtwork, dimensions and bill of materialsOne signed production proof
Custom channel lettersLED channel letter guideFront-lit alternativesBack-lit and halo guide
FAQ

Questions buyers ask us.

How much do channel letters cost?

Standard front-lit letters start at $24 per letter for a 12-inch acrylic face with white LED. Back-lit and dual-lit cost more. The exact price depends on size, material and finish — send your requirements for a free quote within 24 hours.

What is the minimum order quantity?

One piece. We take single-letter orders and full storefront projects alike.

How long does production and shipping take?

Production takes 10–15 working days. Express shipping is 7–10 days, air freight about 10 days, and sea freight 40–65 days depending on destination.

Can you match my brand colors?

Yes — we match the acrylic face and returns to any RAL, Pantone, or physical sample you provide.

What is the difference between front-lit, back-lit and dual-lit letters?

Front-lit letters illuminate through the face, back-lit letters create a halo against the wall, and dual-lit letters combine both effects. The right choice depends on the facade, desired night appearance and maintenance plan.

How do I determine the correct channel letter size?

Use the facade dimensions, allowed sign area, main viewing distance and surrounding signs. Approving a dimensioned elevation at real scale helps confirm letter height, spacing and overall proportion.

What should a channel letter quotation include?

The quotation should identify letter dimensions, lighting type, face and return materials, finish, LED and driver specification, mounting method, packaging and delivery terms. Confirm these details before production.

Start your sign project.

Send us your logo and dimensions — get a free quote within 24 hours.

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