Description:
NightBrightUSA photoluminescent signs are high performance safety and emergency exit signage.
- Meets and exceeds New York City Building Code Reference Standards RE 6-1 and RS 6-1A.
- Have been approved by the City of New York Department of Buildings MEA 462-05-M, Code Section 27-383(b).
- Meets ANSI Z535 color.
- Complies with ISO 7010 E001, E002, E003 and E004.
- Does not require electricity to operate.
- Is not flammable and does not issue toxic gases when exposed to heat, fire or flame. Flame Spread Test conducted demonstrates that the signage does not burn.
- Rechargeable “glow in the dark” signs and markings.
- Dimensionally stable and durable.
- Excellent resistance to chemical and stain.
- Easily cleaned, washable with damp cloth.
- No radioactive materials used in the manufacture of these products.
- Manufactured 100% in the USA.
- May be safely disposed of in a sanitary landfill.
Application and Uses:
Primarily intended for interior luminous safety signage in buildings.
Limitations of End Uses:
NightBrightUSA photoluminescent signs require a minimum of 2 ft-c of light for 15 minutes to charge and are not intended or warranted for installation in areas that have no light source what so ever.
Compatible Products:
NightBrightUSA signs may be used with NightBrightUSA stairwell egress markings and systems.
Physical Properties:
Property |
Description |
Visual Appearance |
Photoluminescent figures and numbers have either a green, black or red background that provides a optimum contrast for maximum visibility. |
Application Surface |
Any mountable surface in any gradient |
Application Temperature Range |
Any range, no temperature restrictions |
Typical Physical Properties:
Property |
Values |
Thickness |
0.020'' |
Service Temperature |
-30°F to 220°F
-34°C to 94°C |
Applied Shrinkage |
NONE |
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Chemical Characteristics:
Resists mild corrosives, mild acids, mild alkalis, salt, solvents and alcohol.
Washability meets or exceeds ASTM D 4828-1994 (2003). Signage tested after 100 sponge cycles using a simple green all purpose cleaner over Paper Mate Flair felt tip pen (water based); Leneta Staining Medium Item No. ST – 1 (mineral oil borne soilant); Crayola Crayon; and Wet ‘n’ Wild 514 Cherry Frost Lipstick. There was no change in gloss, color or luminescence and the signage demonstrated no erosion. Further, signage is solvent and alcohol resistant.
Toxicity Test Results:
GAS |
Average PPM |
Critical Concentration PPM |
CO |
127.5 |
3,500 |
HCN |
1.061 |
100 |
SO2 |
5.657 |
100 |
HCI |
0.177 |
500 |
HF |
0.000 |
100 |
Toxicity conforms to Bombardier BSS 7239
Radioactivity per ASTM D 3648-2004. The test demonstrated there were no integral alpha, beta and / or gamma radiation above background noise radiation levels and the test specimens were determined to be non-radioactive as tested to the referenced standard.
Photoluminescence:
Photoluminescence results compared to New York City Building Code Reference Standard RS 6-1.
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New York City Building Code
Reference Standard RS 6-1 |
NightBrightUSA Proprietary
Photoluminescent Signs |
Elapsed Time |
Luminance Specification |
Our Luminance |
(Minutes) |
(mcd/m2) |
(mcd/m2) |
10 |
30 |
81.56 |
60 |
7 |
20.21 |
90 |
5 |
11.70 |
Brightness Ratings meet or exceed ISO 17398:2004.
Signage continues to glow even completely submerged in water, and our products are Thermo Reactive, in effect heat increases luminance!
Performance Life:
NightBrightUSA warrants the signage to remain highly effective for safety and emergency exit / egress for up to thirty (30) years for installation inside buildings and for up to five (5) years for installations outdoors or exposed to the elements. |
