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On the above diagram. All measurements in RED are impossible to do in the traditional Neon Light Signs but are easily produced using Alpha Lighting Technology. |
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Alpha Signage $550* |
Neon Signage $1650* |
ALPHA LIGHTING vs NEON LIGHTING TABLE
Comparison
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Alpha Lighting
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Traditional NEON Lighting
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Comments |
| Light source | LED technology
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NEON Tube
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LED - The new technology in lighting which lasts longer and uses less power |
| Return Thickness | As little as 25mm
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Minimum 80 mm
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Neon is unsuitable for smaller logos and lettering |
| Illumination | Even distribution of lighting
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Uneven distribution of light
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Alpha lighting with its evenly spread out LED lights combined with the liquid acrylic technology gives an even glow. There are NO joining 'dark' spots found in outdated neon light. |
| Brightness | Unbeatable ultra high brightness contrast
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Brightness peaks in the middle
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Alpha Lighting's brightness is unmatched by any other lighting product. |
| Water resistence | Yes
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No
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The liquid acrylic used in Alpha Lighting fully seals all electrical within the housing. |
| UV proof | Yes
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Dependant on quality of translucent film being used.
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The liquid acrylic used in Alpha lighting contain Ultraviolet light inibitors which makes Alpha lighting fade resistant. |
Front type & width of stroke |
Face width as thin as 10mm
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30mm minimum due to actual neons used and its mounting hardware
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Alpha Lighting has unsurpassed versatility in comparison to Neon Lighting |
| Face in Panton 487 | Colours are premixed which can achieve accurate Pantone and corporate colour matching
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Colours subject to translucent vinyl range
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Alpha lighting has a vast array of colours to chose from including Corporate Panton colours |
| Metal return | Metal returns in various colours as well as stainless steel
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Acrylic is the only available return due to high voltage in Neon lighting.
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Acrylic will eventually crack due to heat and UV lights, making stainless returns far more durable in comparison. |
| Energy saving | LED in 12V DC, approx. 25w
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NEON tube 5000V, approx. 100w
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Alpha Lighting will consume a quarter if not less compared with Neon light sign of the same size. |
| Transport & handling | Easy to handle with very little fragile parts.
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Fragile and needs special care and packaging.
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Neons are glass tubes filled in low pressure with neon gas. The glass are thin making them prone to cracking and breakage with even the slightest of impact. The finished product of Alpha Lighting are sealed and solid with very good impact resistance. |
| Duration | Up to 10 years
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Up to 10 years but vulnerable to breakage if installed incorrectly
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Noens are prone to darkening in the edges and will continue to dull over the years. |
| Installation | DIY. Only basic knowledge of tools required. No need for any qualifications. ‘Plug and Play”
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High risk with A-grade Neon Electrician qualification needed for safe and legal installation
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Extra costs for qualified installation. |
| *Costing | approx. $550 for the sampe above |
approx. $1500 for a similar size. |
On going maintenance for neon lighting. Alpha lighting is maintenance free. |
| Warranty | 2 years |
normally 3-6 months |
Alpha lighting has lower risk, lower costing and longer warranty. |
Showcasing the latest in illuminated LED technology, Alpha Lighting surpasses
the outdated and inferior technology of yesterday.
Throw away the need for complicated, dangerous and expensive Neon lights and
upgrade into the next best thing in illuminated signage by offering your clients
Alpha Lighting.
Alpha Lighting not only exceeds expectation in terms of appearance and
performance, it also exceeds in pricing!
