Compact Fluorescent Exit Signs

Compact Fluorescent Exit Sign Retrofit Bulbs are used throughout America, however, CFL retrofits are energy consuming, contain mercury vapor, and often burn out. CFL bulbs are touted by their manufacturers as "energy efficient" and "long lasting," but the opposite proves true when compared to LED models.

Incandescent exit sign bulbs last only about 2,500 hours and CFL bulbs for less than 5,000 hours when operated continuously, as is the case for exit signs. GreenTorch LED Retrofits come out on top at an astounding 80,000 to 100,000 hour lifetime, that's over 15 times the lifespan of CFL retrofit bulbs. LED exit signs are maintenance-free for the life of the product, meaning that time and money will not be wasted maintaining and replacing bulbs. Additionally, the safety of your facility is increased and extra costs will be avoided because your exit signs will remain lit and functional for 8-10 years.

CFL retrofit exit sign bulbs average around 18 watts, whereas LED exit signs operate at an average of 3 watts, that’s over an 80% reduction in wattage. Reducing your energy consumption translates into savings for you on future electricity bills.

CFLs utilize mercury vapor to produce light that can be harmful to humans and the environment. If a CFL is broken indoors, the manufacturers recommend those nearby to ventilate and evacuate the area because the chemicals inside CFL's can be harmful to humans. The relatively short life 5,000 hours of CFL bulbs createsan increased disposal rate of these toxic bulbs containing mercury vapor that need to be disposed of properly.

Many properties across the United States are filled with CFL illuminated exit signs. On average CFL exit signs cost about $25 a year in electricity and maintenance compared to LED exit signs which cost an average of $3 a year.

Overall, LED Exit Signs and LED Exit Sign Retrofit Kits are more energy efficient and cost effective than both incandescent and CFL exit sign bulbs. LED Exit Signs and LED Exit Sign Retrofit Kits reduce the operating costs and carbon footprint of your facility, while increasing the safety and longevity of your emergency lighting. LED Exit Sign Retrofit Kits qualify for many of the exit sign rebates available across America.