Trimless Back Lit Channel Letters

Frequently asked Questions

What are the parts of a Trimless Back Lit Channel Letter?

Front & Side Metal Channel: Made of stainless steel, provides the letter/logo shape and houses the LED lights. It can be painted or customized with various metal finishes. 

LED Light: LED light strips illuminate the sign from within. We have 6500K White, 3000K Warm White, Red, Green, or Blue.

Additional color temperatures (2700K, 4000K, 5000K, 7000K, 10000K) are available with a $150 USD fee and 2 weeks extra lead time.

Acrylic Reveal: Also known as the Acrylic Back Cover which can affect how big or small the halo light is. It comes in various sizes:

  • No Acrylic Backer (Open)
  • 0 – Recessed Acrylic Backer
  • 1/5″ (5mm)
  • 2/5″ (10mm)
  • 3/5″ (15mm)

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What are the key features of Trimless Back Lit Channel Letters?

Trimless Back Lit Channel Letters offer a contemporary design with no visible trim around the edges. They are popular and sophisticated choice for businesses due to several key features:

  • Halo Effect: LEDs are placed inside the letters, shining backward onto the mounting surface. This creates a soft, glowing “halo” around each letter, making them appear to float off the wall.
  • Acrylic Reveal: You can choose from different reveal sizes to customize the glow, or opt for a design without a cover/reveal for a varied lighting effect.
  • Durable Construction: Crafted using fabricated metal like stainless steel and acrylic for the back cover. It can also be enhanced to withstand various weather conditions.
  • Enhanced Nighttime Visibility: While the halo effect is subtle, it significantly boosts visibility in low-light conditions

Related: What are the acrylic reveal options for Trimless Back Lit?

What is the difference between Channel Letters with Trim Cap and Trimless Channel Letters?ย 

Trimmed channel letters

feature a visible border or trim around each letter, providing a defined edge that enhances character visibility. The trim can be customized in color and material to complement the overall sign design.

Trimless channel letters

boast a sleek, modern aesthetic by eliminating the visible trim. This creates a seamless and sophisticated appearance that can elevate a business’s image. Check out these samples:

How can I customize the Trimless Back Lit Channel Letters?

We offer multiple customization options for our signs so customers can get what they want.

Sizes

  • Letter: 5โ€ to 80
  • Logo: 5″ to 72″ H x 5″ to 112″ W

Metal Depths

  • 1.4โ€ (3.5cm)
  • 2โ€ (5cm)
  • 3.2โ€ (8cm)

Acrylic Reveal Thickness

  • No Backer (Open)
  • 0 – Recessed Backer
  • 1/5″ (5mm)
  • 2/5″ (10mm)
  • 3/5″ (15mm)

You can also choose from Painted or Metal Finishing options to match your clientโ€™s branding.

Painted Finish

For a painted finish, we use the colors from our Standard Color list or you can send us the Pantone Color code for a custom paint color.

Metal Finishes

Brushed metals are non-reflective texture with fine, parallel lines. We offer these brushed metal finishes: Stainless Steel, Electroplated Bronze, Electroplated Gold, Electroplated Black Titanium, Electroplated Red Copper.

What is an acrylic reveal on Metal Channel Letters?

The back has an acrylic cover, also known as an Acrylic Reveal. This creates a halo effect for โ€œBack Litโ€ and โ€œFront & Back Litโ€ signs. The back shows the LED light color since the material is semi-transparent.

The LED options include 6500K White, 3000K Warm White, Red, Green, and Blue. Extra color temperatures (2700K, 4000K, 5000K, 7000K, and 10000K) are available with a $150 USD fee and 2 weeks additional lead time.

These are the acrylic reveal thickness options for the following product lines:

Trimless Back Lit

  • No Acrylic Backer (Open)
  • 0 – Recessed Acrylic Backer
  • 1/5″ (5mm)
  • 2/5″ (10mm)
  • 3/5″ (15mm)

Trimless Front & Back Lit

  • 1/5โ€ (5mm)

Aluminum Resin Front & Back Lit

  • 1/5โ€ (5mm)

What are the acrylic reveal options for Trimless Back Lit?

Acrylic reveals in Trimless backlit channel letters affect the lighting effect, depth, and overall appearance of the sign. Different options provide varying levels of illumination, visibility, and aesthetic appeal. The choice depends on design preferences and functional needs.

No Acrylic Backer (Open)

This option leaves the back open, which creates a strong glow effect because the light directly illuminates the mounting surface.

0 – Recessed Acrylic Backer

This backer sits flush with the back of the sign, making it invisible from the side view. It provides protection while maintaining a sleek appearance and diffusing light evenly.

1/5″ (5mm) Acrylic Reveal

A subtle backer that extends slightly from the back, giving a controlled halo effect while maintaining a minimalist appearance.

2/5″ (10mm) Acrylic Reveal

A medium-depth option that enhances the glow, making the backlighting more pronounced and noticeable.

3/5″ (15mm) Acrylic Reveal

The most extended reveal option, maximizing the halo effect for a bold and striking illuminated look.

Choosing the right acrylic reveal depends on how much light diffusion and depth you want for your signage.

What are your shipping policies & lead times?

SHIPPING 

By default, we do standard shipping but you may opt for expedited shipping upon request. Please note that we do not offer free shipping. 

LEAD TIME

The lead time for custom signage depends on the complexity of your request. Meanwhile, all our products come with a standard lead time of 2 business weeks

Category Details Time Frame
Standard Lead Time Minimum Production Time 2-4 Weeks Production + Shipping Days
Maximum Production Time 4 Weeks Production + Shipping Days
Additional Lead Time For orders with metal electroplating or anodizing 2-4 Weeks (Standard Production) + 1 Additional Week (For Production) + Shipping Days
Standard Shipping BC Clients (Lower Mainland) 2-3 Business Days
Outside BC (Canada & US Wide) 3-8 Business Days
Expedited Shipping Canada & US Wide 2-3 Business Days

HOLIDAY SHIPPING

Due to increased seasonal demand, our shipping timelines may experience temporary delays every mid-December through the end of the year. Our team is minimizing any disruptions to your orders.

You may contact our customer support team if you have any specific concerns about pending or upcoming orders

WHERE WE SHIP

We only ship our products to Canada and the US. 

OUR HEADQUARTERS

A308 โ€“ 4899 Vanguard Road, Richmond, BC, V6X 0W5 Canada

What are the size limits of Channel Letters/Logo Signs?

Choosing the right channel letter size is important for both aesthetics and durability. Below is a quick guide to the maximum and minimum size options available for different types of metal and acrylic channel letters.

All Channel Signage โ€“ Size Limits

Material Variation Frontlit Backlit Front & Backlit Side Lit Front & Side Lit
Metal Trimless 5″โ€“40″ (Logo: 40″x40″) 5″โ€“80″ (Logo: 112″x72″) 5″โ€“40″ (Logo: 40″x40″) โ€” โ€”
Metal Aluminum Resin โ€“ Frontlit 5″โ€“32″ (Logo: 32″x32″) โ€” โ€” โ€” โ€”
Metal Aluminum Resin โ€“ Front&Backlit โ€” โ€” 5″โ€“32″ (Logo: 32″x32″) โ€” โ€”
Metal Trimcap โ€“ Frontlit 12″โ€“220″ (Logo: 12″x12″โ€“84″x220″) โ€” โ€” โ€” โ€”
Acrylic Frontlit 2″โ€“24″ (Logo: 2″โ€“26″) โ€” โ€” โ€” โ€”
Acrylic Backlit โ€” 2″โ€“24″ (Logo: 2″โ€“26″) โ€” โ€” โ€”
Acrylic Front & Backlit โ€” โ€” 2″โ€“24″ (Logo: 2″โ€“26″) โ€” โ€”
Acrylic Side Lit โ€” โ€” โ€” 2″โ€“24″ (Logo: 2″โ€“26″) โ€”
Acrylic Front & Side Lit โ€” โ€” โ€” โ€” 2″โ€“24″ (Logo: 2″โ€“26″)

Metal Channel Letters โ€“ Size Limits

Type Letter Height (inches) Logo Size Limit
Trimless Frontlit 5″ โ€“ 40″ up to 40″x40″
Trimless Backlit 5″ โ€“ 80″ up to 112″x72″
Trimless Front & Backlit 5″ โ€“ 40″ up to 40″x40″
Aluminum Resin Frontlit 5″ โ€“ 32″ up to 32″x32″
Aluminum Resin Front & Backlit 5″ โ€“ 32″ up to 32″x32″
Trimcap Frontlit 12″ โ€“ 220″ 12″x12″ โ€“ 84″x220″

Acrylic Channel Letters โ€“ Size Limits

Option Letter Height (inches) Logo Size Limit
Frontlit 2″ โ€“ 24″ 2″ โ€“ 26″
Backlit 2″ โ€“ 24″ 2″ โ€“ 26″
Front & Backlit 2″ โ€“ 24″ 2″ โ€“ 26″
Side Lit 2″ โ€“ 24″ 2″ โ€“ 26″
Front & Side Lit 2″ โ€“ 24″ 2″ โ€“ 26″

  • Logos generally follow the same limits as letters but may vary depending on design complexity.
  • Acrylic letters are best suited for small to medium signage, while metal letters cover larger installations.