Keeping children safe is always a primary concern especially in school zones. Slowing vehicle speed is critical and a Solar Flashing LED Sign is the key. Our signs offer bright patented lighting and are the most cost effective option available today.  They are designed to increase visibility 24/7 under all weather conditions. The solar application makes it flexible for nearly any location or if you prefer AC power is available. Our signs are programmable with a standard 7 day timer or deluxe school zone timer option.

Keep your most vulnerable members of the community safe by installing one of our Solar Flashing School Zone Signs.  Our solar flashing signs alert drivers to be prepared to stop for students or pedestrians near a crosswalk or in a school zone sooner.

High intensity LEDs flash in unison extending the range of visibility. The LEDs command awareness of even the most distracted driver to use extra caution.

Features

  • MUTCD section 2A.07 compliant.
  • MUTCD S1-1
  • Type IX reflective sheeting provides outstanding reflective brightness, day or night.
  • Eight 1 ¼” White LED Lights. LEDs extend the visibility of the sign under all weather conditions.
  • Highway grade .080 aluminum construction provides resistance to corrosion.
  • Stainless steel security fasteners and Tufnut mounting hardware included to keep the sign secure.
  • Signs are weatherproof to prevent outside elements from entering the internal casing.
  • Fast, easy installation, low maintenance.

Options

  • Push Button Activation
  • Push Button Activation with wireless communication to multiple signs.
  • Programmable Deluxe School Zone Timer
  • Programmable Standard Timer

Pair the Solar Flashing School Crossing Sign (S1-1) with a Solar Flashing School Zone Speed Limit Sign (S5-1)

Flashing School Speed Limit When Flashing Sign

Our Illuminated Flashing School Speed Limit When Flashing Sign (S5-1) conforms to the specifications of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) set forth in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Using our innovative LED technology, the system employs a set of synchronized high-intensity LEDs. They extend the range of visibility of the sign during the day or night in all weather conditions. Furthermore, driver awareness of the sign increases because the LEDs are flashed.

Features

  • MUTCD section 2A.07 compliant.
  • MUTCD S5-1
  • Size  24″ x 48″
  • Type IX Fluorescent Yellow Green reflective sheeting provides outstanding reflective brightness, day or night.
  • Eight 1 ¼” White LED Lights. LEDs extend the visibility of the sign under all weather conditions.
  • Highway grade .080 aluminum construction provides resistance to corrosion.
  • Stainless steel security fasteners and Tufnut mounting hardware included to keep the sign secure.
  • Signs are weatherproof to prevent outside elements from entering the internal casing.
  • Fast, easy installation, low maintenance.

Options

  • Push Button Activation
  • Push Button Activation with wireless communication to multiple signs.
  • Programmable Deluxe School Zone Timer
  • Programmable Standard Timer
  • Add Single or Double Beacons

Reflective Sheeting

Type IX Fluorescent Yellow Sheeting

3M™ Diamond Grade™ DG3 Fluorescent Yellow Sheeting 4081

Standard for all applications. Fluorescent yellow full-cube prismatic reflective sheeting with pressure sensitive adhesive. High visibility in various conditions – daytime, night, twilight and inclement weather and excellent visibility at wide entrance and observation angles; makes the Fluorescent Yellow Sheeting conform to all color specifications for yellow traffic control signs and devices.

Type IX Fluorescent Yellow Green Sheeting (FYG)

3M™ Diamond Grade™ DG3 Fluorescent Yellow Green Sheeting 4083

Standard use in School Zone Area. FYG full-cube prismatic reflective sheeting with pressure sensitive adhesive. High visibility in various conditions – daytime, night, twilight and inclement weather and excellent visibility at wide entrance and observation; make the FYG Sheeting ideal for non-motorized traffic warning signs.

Circuitry Technology

  • Sealed PCB technology
  • 24 hour operation / dusk to dawn operation

Solar / AC / Battery Specifications

  • 15W solar cell
  • AC – 120V, 240V, 277V; 120V battery maintainer
  • DC – 6 volt 18AH SLA battery pack (2 to 4 year battery life)
  • Up to 12 days in 24/7 operation

Sign Materials – Construction – Compliance

  • Sign reflective sheeting in compliance with current MUTCD requirements for reflectivity, wording, materials and mounting guidelines.
  • Pole mounting requirements per MUTCD guidelines.
  • Sign constructed of .080 aluminum with stainless / aluminum fasteners and weatherproof sealant.
  • All mounting hardware fasteners shall be theft deterrent hardware preferably Tufnut security hardware where applicable.
  • 3/8″ x 3″ stainless steel tap bolts for standard mounting hardware (other mounting options available).
  • Battery access compartment located at lower portion of sign to allow access to battery compartment for maintenance (field replaceable battery).
  • Solar signs to have a 2″ to 4″ wide casing, depending on model, between front and rear sign faces to enclose all wiring, battery, PCB and LED light connections. AC powered signs 2″ wide casing.
  • Security keyed ON/OFF switch located on side of casing controlling operation.
  • Vented weatherproof casing allowing ambient air to circulate for internal components and prevent condensation and excessive heat buildup.
  • Compression type solar panel connector allowing optimum directional placement of solar collector.
  • Anti-theft placards and decals for theft / vandalism deterrents.
  • Serial # plate with manufacture date for informational and warranty purposes.

Battery

  • Battery mounting with aluminum fasteners and brackets for in-field replacement after life cycle has expired.
  • Battery casing fully sealed in a moisture and corrosion proof casing.
  • Required battery replacement every 18 months from manufacture date.

Solar Panel Collector

  • Solar panels to be 6/12 volt 15/20/30 watt collector type depending on type of sign, region, LED light quantities and application uses
  • Solar panel bracket constructed of aluminum alloy.
  • Schedule 40 3/4″ aluminum tubing attached to the solar panel bracket to the upper casing of the sign casing. Panel must face south.
  • Angle of panel shall be 45° to 65° depending on region. Special attention required to insure solar collector has good access to solar power with no obstructions for optimum operation.
  • Electrical connectors shall be insulated spade type connectors.
  • Tempered glass solar cell sealer/protector.

LED Lights (Light Emitting Diodes)

  • Sign shall have a series of either 4 – 8 LEDs depending on sign size and configuration.
  • All LEDs shall be compliant to MUTCD Section 2A.07 and match colors acceptable to each type of signal per this specification.
  • LED flash rate at 50 to 60 times per minute per MUTCD Section 2A.07 requirements.
  • LED light dimensions: 1/8″ Cree LED inside a 1-1/4″ diameter lens.
  • 100,000 hour rated LED life (11.415 years).
  • High impact acrylic water/vibration proof housing lens.
  • Completely resin sealed lens.
  • Operating voltage: 6/12 VDC / Amp Draw 85ma.
  • Rubber grommet mounted (for easy in-field replacement) into a 1-1/4″ hole.
  • Output power of LEDs approximate 60,000 mcd brightness.
  • LEDs wired in series for simultaneous flash pattern per MUTCD.
  • Wiring completely enclosed in sign casing with access for replacement.

Circuitry / LED Lighting Control Unit

  • Circuit shall have a minimum of 4 output LED light circuits for use.
  • Circuit shall control flash rates at 50 to 60 times per minute.
  • Circuit shall flash 500 milliseconds / 150 milliseconds per flash.
  • Activation duration shall be field adjustable in one-second increments, over a range of 1 to 99 seconds (30 seconds standard).
  • Available dusk-to-dawn flash mode.
  • Micro-controller technology.
  • Keyed “ON/OFF” activation for tamper/vandalism protection.
  • Operation of circuit temperatures -40°C to +80°C.
  • Circuit enclosed in weatherproof casing.
  • Low voltage protection program (protecting from total discharge of battery).
  • All wiring connections in accordance to standard wiring protection guidelines.

Warranty

  • 10 Year Solar Panel
  • 5 Year Sign Construction
  • 2 Year LED Lights and Cicuitry
  • 1 year Battery

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