Channel Letter Signs in Tampa — LED Front-Lit, Halo-Lit & Combo | UL-Listed, Permits & Install
Want a bright, code-friendly sign that brings people in after dark? Our channel letters are fabricated with aluminum returns and backs, precision-cut faces, and 6500K LED lighting for even illumination and long life. We build to landlord criteria and Tampa permitting expectations, with UL labels and install-ready wiring.
Even, bright LEDs: 6500K daylight modules with proper spacing
Built to last: rust-proof aluminum, weather-sealed, UV-stable faces
Clean installs: flush, raceway, or backer panel to suit façade
Permit-ready: UL-listed components, spec drawings & load data available
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Choose Your Illumination Style
Front-Lit Channel Letters (Standard)
Face: 3/16″ acrylic (white or color) + translucent vinyl if needed
Look: Bold color by day, bright face by night
Best for: Maximum readability on plazas and roadways
Halo-Lit / Reverse Channel Letters
Construction: Aluminum faces/returns; light washes wall from behind
Look: Elegant halo glow (white or RGB) off the façade
Best for: Luxury retail, restaurants, offices, brick/stone walls
Combo (Front + Halo)
Face + Halo: Front-lit acrylic face plus rear halo on standoffs
Look: High-impact day and night; depth & outline glow
Best for: Primary brand sites, high-traffic corners, flagship locations
Features & Options
Materials / Build
Returns: Painted aluminum coil 0.040″–0.063″ (3″–5″ depth typical)
Backs: 0.063″ aluminum; sealed for weather
Faces: 3/16″ acrylic (white/colored/clear) or polycarbonate (impact-resistant)
Trim Cap: 1″ standard; color-matched to brand
LEDs / Electrical
LEDs: 6500K white (RGB/RGBW optional) · IP67 modules
Drivers: UL-listed constant-voltage · serviceable access
Wiring: Low-voltage inside letters; clean penetrations
Dimming: Optional inline or controller for ambiance
Finishes / Color
Paint System: Premium exterior coatings; Pantone/RAL match
Face Vinyls: Translucent films, day/night (perforated), gradients
Halo Color: White or brand color (via LEDs or backer color)
Mounting / Hardware
Flush-Mount (Stud/Pattern) — individual letters pinned to wall
Raceway-Mount — letters pre-wired on aluminum bar (fewer penetrations)
Backer Panel — letters on a finished panel that mounts to wall
Standoffs (Halo/Combo) — sets back from wall for glow and ventilation
Durability / Protection
Printing / Proof
Applications
Storefronts & plazas, restaurants & cafés, shopping centers, medical & clinics, universities, corporate campuses, theaters & venues, car dealerships, gyms & salons
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Specs & Sizing
Letter Height: ~8″–60″+ (site & code dependent)
Return Depth: 3″–5″ typical (deeper for very large letters)
Stroke Width: ≥ 1″–1.5″ for clean diffusion & module spacing
Faces: 3/16″ acrylic; polycarbonate for impact zones
Electrical: 120V input to UL driver; low-voltage to LEDs
Raceway/Backer: color-matched; service access planned
Outdoor Rating: Weather-sealed; UL label affixed
File Setup: Vector logos (AI/PDF/SVG). Convert fonts to outlines. Provide brand colors (Pantone/HEX/CMYK). We’ll engineer stroke widths for light distribution.
When to Choose Which
Front-Lit: Brightest read from distance; most budget-friendly
Halo-Lit: Premium look on brick/stone or dark façades
Combo: Maximum day-night presence; upscale retail & anchors
Raceway vs. Flush: Raceway reduces wall penetrations; flush is cleanest look
Backer Panel: Great on uneven walls or when hiding conduit
Permits & Installation (What to Expect)
Permitting: Many Tampa/area municipalities require sign permits; we provide scale drawings, UL data, and load specs for your installer.
Landlord Approvals: We align to plaza criteria (sizes, colors, raceway/backer rules).
Install: Licensed installer handles electrical tie-in and structural fastening; we coordinate templates, patterns, and hardware.
How Ordering Works
Send logo/brand guide or request design help (free file check).
Approve your day/night proof (front/halo, colors, mount type).
Fabrication (aluminum cans, acrylic faces, LEDs, wiring).
Coordinate permit + installation; pickup in Tampa or deliver to installer.
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FAQs
Front-lit vs. halo-lit—what’s the difference?
Front-lit glows through the acrylic face. Halo-lit glows around the letter onto the wall. Combo does both.
Raceway or flush mount?
Raceway hides wiring and minimizes wall penetrations. Flush mounts each letter for the cleanest architectural look.
How bright are the LEDs and how long do they last?
High-efficiency modules with 50,000+ hour ratings; 6500K daylight. Proper spacing avoids hotspots.
Do I need a permit?
Usually for exterior installs. We provide spec drawings/UL info; your licensed installer files locally.
Can you match my brand color at night?
Yes—translucent films, acrylic colors, and RGB/RGBW LEDs (for halo or face) can be tuned to brand.
Why Choose Onestop
UL-listed LEDs/drivers and permit-ready documentation
Aluminum + acrylic builds for durability in Florida weather
Front-lit, halo-lit, and combo options with precise color control
Clean flush, raceway, or backer-panel installs
Friendly local support & quick Tampa turnaround
Service Area
Local pickup/delivery in Tampa. Fast shipping across Florida.
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