LED Neon vs Traditional Neon

The glow of classic neon without the glass: how LED neon compares.

LED Neon4 min read

Traditional neon uses hand-bent glass tubes filled with gas. LED neon uses a flexible silicone tube with LEDs inside. They look similar, but they behave very differently.

Energy and safety

LED neon runs at low voltage, uses far less power and stays cool to the touch. There is no glass to break and no high-voltage transformer.

Durability and shipping

Because it is flexible, LED neon survives transport and handling much better, which is why we can export finished neon signs safely.

Fixing LED neon tube to an acrylic backer
Fixing LED neon tube to an acrylic backer

When glass neon still makes sense

For heritage restorations and specialist pieces, traditional glass neon still has a unique character. For most businesses, LED neon is the practical choice.

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