June 2 · Receive the artwork and brief
The sign shop supplied artwork and requested two non-illuminated sets. It specified 90-inch width, 3-inch black returns, and flush stud mounting.
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Satin black non-illuminated channel letters
Lux Signage Co. supplies fabricated dimensional letters to U.S. sign companies. For this exterior project, a sign shop requested two matching 90-inch sets of non-illuminated channel letters with 3-inch returns and flush stud mounting.
The brief
Two exterior sets with depth and no lighting.
The sign shop sent its artwork and specified a 90-inch layout, black faces and returns, 3-inch depth, and flush stud mounting. It asked Lux to quote both sets and confirm the scope and expected lead time.
Lux quoted both sets as fabricated non-illuminated channel letters. The post-purchase drawing specified 304 stainless steel, satin black powder coating, and flush stud mounting with no backer. The buyer confirmed satin black before production continued.
Can non-illuminated exterior letters have 3-inch returns and flush stud mounting?
Yes. This order used fabricated stainless steel channel letters to get the specified 3-inch depth without illumination. Send Lux the artwork and any known mounting preferences. Lux can review construction, finish, and mounting details for the quote.
Fabrication details
Build specifications
The dimensions and construction below are from the post-purchase drawing. The original workshop photo shows the back of a finished letter and its projecting studs.
- Quantity
- Two sets
- Overall layout per set
- 90 in. W × 31.91 in. H
- Construction
- Fabricated 304 stainless steel
- Return depth
- 3 in. specified
- Face and return finish
- Satin black powder coat
- Illumination
- None
- Mounting
- Flush stud mount specified
- Backer
- None specified
- Application
- Exterior
Project workflow
How the order moved from inquiry to shipment
June 3 · Quote the two sets
Lux sent the pre-purchase signage file and quote. When the buyer asked whether the quote covered both sets, Lux confirmed the quantity and prepared the invoice.
June 4 · Record the paid order
The QuickBooks payment confirmed the two-set order. Lux then prepared the post-purchase construction packet for fabrication review.
June 9–10 · Review construction and confirm the finish
Lux sent the shop drawings and followed up on the finish. The buyer explicitly approved satin black. Lux confirmed it would send photos when both sets were complete.
June 29 · Share the finished QC photos
Lux sent photos of the finished lettering after the workshop checks. The buyer confirmed the delivery address.
June 30 · Record tracking for both sets
The production team provided a carrier tracking number for the two sets.
Verified stage: fabrication and workshop quality checks completed. Carrier tracking was issued for both sets.
For sign companies
What to confirm before you quote
Send the artwork you already have
Share the artwork, approximate width, and number of sets. Lux can help select the construction, finish, and mounting details for your quote.
Call out any requirements from your installer
If you have a preferred depth, finish sample, or mounting method, include it with the request so Lux can carry it into the drawings.
Quoting a similar sign?
Send your artwork and project requirements. Lux will review the build details and prepare a trade quote.