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Self Testing Exit Signs

Choose self-testing (self-diagnostic) exit signs that automate monthly (~30 s) and annual (90-minute) tests, so your team does quick visual checks instead of babysitting timers. If you need illumination at the doorway from the same fixture, see self-testing exit sign + light combos. Planning a non-combo layout? Browse standalone self-testing emergency lights. For outdoor or wash-down areas, compare weatherproof exit signs.

Auto-Test Exit Sign Red/Green Legend Single/Double-Face Field-Selectable Arrows Indicator LED Universal Mount
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What to Look for in Self-Testing Exit Signs

  • Faces & arrows: Single-face for one-way corridors; double-face for intersections. Apply chevrons (none/left/right/double) with the template after the face is seated.
  • Legend & visibility: Uniform LED letters (typ. 6" / 3⁄4" stroke) with rated viewing-distance classes (50/75/100 ft). Choose red/green per AHJ and contrast.
  • Self-diagnostics: Controller automates monthly (~30 s) and annual (90-min) tests; status LED flags battery/charger/LED issues for quick walk-throughs.
  • Electrical options: 120/277 VAC standard; 2C-120/2C-277 on AC-only units for dual circuits; SPV 208/220/240 VAC where required.
  • Mounting & environment: Universal canopy for wall/ceiling/end. Use damp standard indoors; select wet/IP/NEMA variants for exposure and city-listed models where applicable.

Self-testing exit signs focus on legend visibility—not area lighting. The onboard controller verifies the LED board and battery on schedule so the EXIT legend remains readable during outages, while a compact indicator shows pass/fail status for AC, charger, battery, and the legend board.

Choose single-face or double-face exit signage to fit sightlines, and set directional arrows at install. Place the indicator and push-to-test where they remain visible and reachable after mounting for fast inspections.

💡 Tip: Treat indicator visibility like a code item—if inspectors can’t see it from the floor, they’ll ask you to move the sign or add access.
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Self-Testing Exit Signs - Spec Guide

  • Auto-test for exit signage: Monthly function + 90-minute discharge verifies the LED EXIT legend and battery. Self-testing exit signs maintain legend visibility only—area illumination requires separate emergency lights.
  • Exit sign legend, faces & arrows: Use 6-inch letters (~100 ft typical viewing); choose red or green for contrast; specify single-face or double-face exit signs and set exit sign arrows at install for the actual route.
  • Environment & housing for exit signage: For moisture, choose wet-location exit signs; for architectural interiors, consider edge-lit exit signs. Ensure indicator and push-to-test remain accessible after mounting.

FAQs About Self-Testing Exit Signs

Do self-testing signs remove the monthly check?

No. The controller runs the test automatically, but you still perform a quick visual (status LED) and keep a log per NFPA 101.

When do I choose single vs double face?

Single-face for one-way approaches; double-face at intersections or open areas to reduce fixture count and keep sightlines obvious.

What if my AHJ requires specific colors or letters?

Many allow red or green with 6" letters; NYC/Chicago have stricter specs. Use city-listed models when applicable.