IP68 7 Segment 12inch Red Digit Outdoor LED Gas Price Sign
Designed for ultimate durability and exceptional visibility, this IP68-rated 12-inch outdoor LED gas price sign delivers unmatched performance in harsh environments. Featuring bold 7-segment red digits, the sign ensures superior readability from long distances, day or night, making it ideal for gas stations, fuel pumps, and forecourts. The IP68 certification guarantees complete protection against dust, water immersion, and extreme weather conditions, ensuring reliable operation year-round.
Encapsulated with rugged epoxy resin and housed in a corrosion-resistant casing, this sign offers exceptional resistance to UV exposure, temperature fluctuations, and physical impacts. Its energy-efficient LEDs and low-maintenance design reduce operational costs while providing continuous, bright illumination. Easy to install and built to last, this sign is the perfect solution for businesses seeking a durable, high-impact, and weatherproof display for fuel pricing.
Technical Specifications
PARAMETER |
VALUE |
LED to LED Digit Height |
320mm |
LED to LED Digit Width |
173mm |
Digit Height with Enclosure |
340mm |
Digit Width with Enclosure |
192mm |
Total LED Count Per Digit |
175pcs |
Led Pitch |
12mm |
PCB Material |
FR4 |
PCB Thickness |
1.6mm |
Segment Encased Material |
ABS Plastic |
Segment Inside Encased |
Epoxy Resin Adhesive |
Hardware Material |
Stainless Steel |
Communication |
Wireless Controller (470Mhz), RS485 |
Brightness Control Manual |
6 Level |
Luminous Intensity LED |
4000 - 9200 mcd |
LED lifetime |
>100,000 hours |
Operating Voltage |
DC12V |
Power Consumption |
<60 watts |
Operating Temperature |
-10°C to +60°C |
Wireless Range |
>250m |
LED Color Option |
Red/Green/Yellow/White/Blue |
IP Rating LED Segments |
IP68 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What does the IP68 rating actually mean for this gas price sign?
A: The IP68 rating is the highest level of ingress protection. The "6" means it is completely dust-tight, and the "8" means it can be continuously immersed in water beyond 1 meter deep without any harmful effects. This guarantees unparalleled protection against heavy rain, dust storms, and even accidental submersion, ensuring reliable operation in any weather.
Q2: Why are 12-inch red digits specifically chosen for this application?
A: The large 12-inch size provides massive, high-impact visibility, allowing drivers to read fuel prices from a very long distance. The choice of red LEDs is critical because red light has one of the longest wavelengths in the visible spectrum, meaning it cuts through fog, haze, and glare more effectively than other colors, maximizing readability in poor conditions.
Q3: How does the construction of this sign ensure long-term durability?
A: Beyond the IP68 sealed housing, the internal electronics are typically protected by epoxy resin encapsulation. This hard potting compound shields the circuitry from internal corrosion, damaging vibration, and extreme thermal expansion/contraction. This combination of a sealed exterior and a potted interior creates an almost indestructible barrier against the elements.
Q4: Is a sign with such a high protection level difficult to install or maintain?
A: Not at all. While built to be incredibly durable, it is designed for straightforward installation on standard poles or mounts. The key maintenance advantage is that its high level of protection drastically reduces the need for it. The robust construction ensures years of service with virtually zero maintenance, making it a truly "install and forget" solution.
Advantages
- Ultimate Defense Against Water and Dust (IP68)
The IP68 rating certifies that the sign is hermetically sealed against all external solid and liquid ingress. It is completely dust-tight (6) and can withstand continuous immersion in water (8), making it impervious to torrential rain, powerful water jets, dust storms, and even accidental submersion. This guarantees uninterrupted operation in the most extreme weather conditions.
- Epoxy Resin Provides Internal, Molecular-Level Sealing
While the housing provides external protection, epoxy resin encapsulation protects the electronics internally. It is poured as a liquid that seeps into every microscopic space around components before hardening into a solid, impermeable block. This prevents any internal corrosion, condensation, or short circuits that could occur from even trace amounts of moisture penetrating the outer casing over time.
- Unmatched Corrosion and Environmental Resistance
The combination of an IP68 sealed enclosure and an epoxy-potted interior creates a dual-layer defense system. This makes the sign highly resistant not just to water, but also to corrosive agents like salt spray (coastal areas), chemical pollutants, and fuel vapors. The epoxy itself is chemically inert, ensuring the circuitry remains untouched by its environment.
- Superior Mechanical Protection and Long-Term Reliability
Epoxy resin cures into an extremely rigid, hard shell that securely locks all components in place. This provides exceptional resistance to vibration, shock, and physical impact that could loosen solder joints or damage components. This synergy between the IP68 external shell and the rigid internal epoxy potting ensures maximum mechanical integrity and a vastly extended product lifespan with zero maintenance.