We produce lighted animated signs and panels. Essentially, the light and animation are created through the application of electricity to phosphor. We have created a multi-layered product, a sandwich of sorts, that allows us to apply voltage across electrode layers that generate a changing field within a phosphor layer. This combination creates light and controlled animation for your logo.

Attention grabbing, colorful, animated point-of-sale materials
Vending Machine Panels
Kiosk Panels
Slot Machines and Toppers
Light Boxes
Backlit signs
Illuminated and animated posters
Trade show booths
Window displays
Clothing, hats, jewelry
Badges and buttons
Safety items

The voltage and frequency of the current applied determines the brightness of the product. Higher voltages will produce greater brightness; the trade-off, however, can be a decrease in life span. Brightness is based upon the specific application, typically anywhere from 200 to 800 Lux. This brightness level makes the product extremely effective in all interior applications from brightly lit stores or showrooms, to trade show floors, to more dimly lit restaurants or bars.

A Teslavision sign gets its power from an inverter unit. An inverter is an alternating current converter, which typically will generate 60-115 VAC at 50-2000Hz.

The animation is initially determined by manipulating electronic graphic files via computer animation software. Once the animation sequence is approved, a controller unit is designed and programmed based on the computer model to deliver the proper voltage and frequency to each component of the animation within the Teslavision graphic, with the proper timing sequence. The controller unit is located on the Teslavision panel itself and the inverter unit is connected to the controller via a cable.

Teslavision typically will consume less than 0.25mA-amp at 115VAC per square cm

3’ x 6’ is the maximum size that we currently produce.

The brightness and the color of the light depend upon the chemical composition and dye supplementation of the phosphor.

There is no detectable emission of ultra-violet light during the Teslavision product operation.

Certain Teslavision colors do not have added dyes, but it is important to note that some supplemental dyes are UV sensitive and will eventually start to fade if exposed to sunlight. Spot UV filters or inks must be used to protect the Teslavision light if it is used in a display window with direct sun exposure. It is important to specify to the factory that the Teslavision will be used in direct sunlight, as the application of protective film will affect production and costs.

Unlike incandescent or fluorescent lamps, Teslavision products do not fail abruptly. Instead the brightness will gradually decrease over long periods of use. It is difficult to quantify the exact life span, as humidity, initial brightness, type of inverter used all have an effect. Under ideal conditions, the useful life is approximately 20,000 hours.

Avoid high humidity and high heat during operation of an Teslavision product. This will increase its useful lifespan. Certain dyes in the phosphor material are sensitive to UV, therefore, when using in applications where exposure to sunlight is possible, it is recommended that a UV-blocking film laminate be used. Additionally, animated/flashing panels last longer than “always on” configurations. When a Teslavision product is utilized in the flashing mode, its working lifespan is doubled. If, for example, the Teslavision product is sequenced by a 5-way sequencer, each product is on only once every five cycles, thereby extending the lifespan five-fold. Over time the brightness of the light will gradually decay as the efficiency of the phosphorescence declines. The presence of moisture accelerates this decline. In order to protect against the detrimental effects of moisture, the phosphors are microencapsulated and the entire structure is film laminated. Film laminating also provides durability, protecting the image and circuit structure. Additionally, keeping moisture out also maintains the capacitance of the lamp, which provides higher brightness. Operating the lamp at lower temperatures at voltages in the range of 80-120 VAC @ 400Hz provides the best useful lifespan.