What Are Glow Sign Boards?
Glow sign boards by Printigly, Bangalore â Est. 1984 â are backlit illuminated signage panels combining printed flex or acrylic faces in powder-coated aluminium frames with internal LED or CCFL lighting, creating the glowing shop-front signs seen on every commercial street in Bangalore and across India.
Specifications & Materials
Frame: powder-coated mild steel or aluminium, 40x40 mm profile, single-face or double-face. Face: 300-micron backlit flex (solvent-printed) or 4 mm white acrylic (UV-printed). Lighting: SMD LED strips (energy-efficient, preferred) or CCFL tubes (older standard). Sizes: up to 3 m x 1.2 m single-piece. Weatherproof: IP54 (standard), IP65 (upgrade). Power: 220V AC input, 12V/24V DC output via ISI driver.
Who Needs Glow Sign Boards?
Every retail category in Bangalore uses glow sign boards â garment stores, pharmacies, restaurants, cafes, salons, clinics, real estate agencies, mobile shops, and grocery chains. A glowing shop board is the single highest-ROI signage investment for any retail business â it works as a 24-hour advertisement without any recurring cost beyond the electricity (typically 10â18 W for a 3-foot sign).
Pricing & Quantities
Glow sign boards from â¹1,999 (2 ft x 1 ft LED backlit flex sign). Standard 4 ft x 2 ft shop sign: from â¹3,999. Double-face glow sign (visible both sides): from â¹6,499. Acrylic-face LED glow sign (higher quality look): from â¹4,999. Installation within Bangalore city limits: â¹999 flat. Production: 3â4 business days from artwork approval.
How We Print
Backlit flex is printed on our wide-format eco-solvent printer with backlit-optimised inks (boosted saturation for light-transmission balance). Flex is heat-welded into the aluminium frame under tension for a wrinkle-free face. LED strips are mounted on the inner frame rails at 15â20 cm spacing with reflective backing for even illumination. Driver and wiring are installed with a 3-pin plug for direct wall socket connection.
FAQs
What is the difference between a glow sign board and an LED sign board?
Glow sign boards are backlit cabinets (frame + printed face + lighting behind). LED sign boards can refer to channel letters, edge-lit acrylic, or LED matrix boards. The term "glow sign" specifically refers to the backlit cabinet style dominant in Indian commercial signage. Both use LED backlighting in modern installations; the difference is in the visual style of the face.
Can a glow sign board withstand Bangalore monsoon rain?
Yes. Standard glow sign boards are IP54-rated (splash-resistant). We seal all cable entry points with silicone. For signs directly exposed to heavy rain (open rooftop or facade), we upgrade to IP65-rated enclosures and weatherproof connectors. The powder-coated steel frame does not rust under IP54 conditions.
How do I get permission to install a glow sign board in Bangalore?
BBMP (Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike) requires a trade licence and signage permission for commercial sign boards. We assist clients in filing BBMP e-Aasthi signage applications and provide technical drawings as needed. Speak to our team for guidance on the process for your area.
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