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Who's shop did that come out of? That shop on main street Chula Vista?

Looks like a couple of things. First, you're probably using electronic ballasts. Secondary leads should not be bunched so close in 1/2" flex, if their magnetics you're okay Second, it could be primary.....that's why you're blowing bulbs, but you'll need to hook up a volt meter & amp meter...

A couple of things. Never be afraid to challenge the Inspector, in fact when in doubt, ask them to point to the infraction of non-compliance to the page in the NEC book. Also, take it up with the head inspector. Most times the inspector might be basing old NEC code i.e. Class II needing a...

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Who does Silk Screening?

That all just seems real, errrr......too fast, for me anyway. I use single flute Belin, but I would probably be more inclined to use 3/8" over 1/2" for 1" material. My Colombo spindle's sweet spot is 12,000 RPM but I can go any, but I'd be going 7,500 rpm @ 2.85" IPS for 1/2", or 10,000 RPM's...

All Neon Illumination

Like what you saw in the Sign Builder that caught your attention is great, but like most sign shops they run a marathon and poop out at the end. By this I mean poor planning and most importantly poor components on their part that light a sign but real awesome sign structure. If you're going...

You will most likely be okay. The thin reel tape stuff LED's is the worst, but it will be a good learning experience for you to witness those types of LED's first hand rather than use it for a paying customer. Why is it terrible?, because LED's do create a lot of heat unlike the myth that they...

The short answer is, that's LED's, and the failure rate is astronomical. A reason why some major retailer and programs have gone back to Fluorescent and Neon Lamps for their signs and lighting. There is so much cheap stuff on the market. But without seen any real good shots of the actual...

Just caught this part about ribbon LED's. That's the worst, definitely CV, and no way to dissipate the heat, especially if there is nothing metal for the strips to adhere too. The only time I would use ribbon is for a trade show booth where the usage is very low and temporary.

First you're going to need to spill the beans on what mfg they are, we're all professionals here wanting to learn more and who to use and who to stay away from. There are all kinds of reasons as to why. I'm going to gamble and say their chinese, their constant voltage not constant current...

A listing lab such as UL or MET is more than just filling out data sheets. You need to build sign bodies, & structures according to the NEC and the listing labs requirements. If you live in an area where a listing lab is not required and all it takes is getting a local inspector to evaluate...

One important aspect getting passed up here is that fact that this is a trade, and is considered in most stated to be a "trade". That is why in most states you need a contractors license. A contractors license has nothing to do with "Unions". States set up these licenses to protect many...