Marquee Letters
A through H, lit and standing on the floor before packing. Every letter is photographed before it leaves the building.
Illuminated letters and numbers with replaceable bulbs. Metal face and back panel, warm-white or RGB LED bulbs, configurable 110V or 220V input, built for repeated rental use and shipped with spares.
| Lighting | Replaceable LED bulbs (warm white standard, RGB optional) |
|---|---|
| Body | Metal face and back panel, powder-coated |
| Power | Plug-in; voltage and plug matched to destination |
| Use | Indoor and outdoor in dry weather; the standard build is not rain-proof |
Construction
Each letter is a fabricated box: a punched metal face carrying the lamp sockets, a metal back panel, so a failed bulb is pulled and replaced from the face without dismantling the letter.
- Metal face — punched for the lamp sockets at even spacing, with reinforced edges.
- Lamp sockets — spaced across the punched face for an even point-light pattern.
- Bulbs — LED as standard for lower heat and lower maintenance than incandescent.
- Back panel and mounting — metal back panel with hanging points; a freestanding stand is available as an option.
Inside the build
Ask any supplier for these three shots before you order. If they cannot send them, you have your answer.
Built to hold its shape: double-line welding
The face edge of every letter is welded on both lines. That doubled edge is what keeps the profile rigid — a stroke will not flex when the letter is lifted, stacked or leant against a wall, and it stays straight after a season of being loaded in and out of a van.
A single, unwelded fold has nothing pinning the profile. Under repeated handling the stroke gradually bows, and you only notice it when the letter is switched off and you sight along its edge.
- Double-line welded edge — rigid face, straight strokes, no drift over years of hire.
- Checked at forming — each letter is measured against the artwork, not just the first one off the line.
- Photographs honestly — a straight stroke reads as a straight stroke on camera, which is where your customers judge it.
Ask for a close-up of the edge on any letter before you order. It is the fastest way to tell one supplier from another.
Core specifications
| Specification | Standard | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 3ft / 4ft / 5ft (approx. 90 / 120 / 150 cm) | Custom heights available |
| Body material | Metal face and back panel, powder-coated | Gauge and finish confirmed at quotation |
| Bulb type | LED, replaceable | Warm white, cool white or RGB |
| Bulb spacing | Even centre spacing by letter width | Adjusted for narrow strokes and counters |
| Depth | Set by socket and wiring clearance | Confirmed with your quotation |
| Power | Plug-in with cord and switch | 110V / 220V by destination |
| Electricals | Market-matched plug, voltage and power supply | Certificates supplied with the quotation |
| Weatherproofing | Not rain-proof as standard | Waterproof version built to order — tell us the exposure, we will quote it |
| Lead time | 15 working days | After artwork approval and deposit |
Sizes and geometry
Bulb diameter, centre spacing, stroke width and body depth are planned together. Narrow strokes and tight counters may need a smaller bulb or revised spacing — we will flag this at artwork review rather than at production.
- Minimum stroke — must accommodate the bulb and socket body with edge clearance.
- Counters and corners — sharp turns and small openings may carry fewer bulbs.
- Large sets — long words and multi-letter names may ship in sections with alignment marks.
Lighting and electrical
- Replaceable LED bulbs; warm white is standard for the classic marquee look.
- RGB and colour options available; remote control and dimming available on request.
- Each letter is individually wired and switched, so one unit can be isolated without killing the set.
- Power supplies and plugs are matched to the destination market at order confirmation.
Materials and finishes
- Metal face and back panel — fabricated and powder-coated; gauge and finish confirmed at quotation.
- Colour matching — RAL or Pantone references accepted.
- Finish options — gloss, matte, metallic and aged/vintage effects.
Custom script, matched to the client’s artwork and sprayed to their red. This is what “custom font and colour” actually looks like.
What is in the box
- Illuminated letter or number, wired and tested
- Power cord and plug for your market
- Spare bulbs, quantity scaled to order size
- Hanging hardware as standard; freestanding stand available as an option
- Setup and care sheet
Pricing
Pricing is per character and tiered by total quantity — 1–4, 5–9, 10–24, 25–49 and 50+ characters. A 3ft letter starts at US$70 and falls to US$60 at 50+; a 4ft letter starts at US$95 and falls to US$82. 5ft letters, numbers, symbols (& # @) and heart shapes are quoted individually.
See the full price matrix and terms →
What to send us for a quote
- Artwork in vector format (AI, EPS, SVG or PDF) or the exact word and font
- Height and, if known, depth
- Bulb colour and effect (static warm white, RGB, dimmable)
- Finish and colour reference
- Mounting: freestanding, wall or hanging
- Quantity and destination country or port
