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Letters
| Depth | Minimum Stroke & Serif | Minimum Size | Maximum Size | Minimum Punctuation |
| 1.0 in | 1.75 in | 16 in | 30 in | 2.75 in |
| 1.5 in | 1.75 in | 16 in | 30 in | 2.75 in |
| 2.0 in | 1.75 in | 16 in | 60 in | 2.75 in |
| 2.5 in | 1.75 in | 16 in | 60 in | 2.75 in |
| 3.0 in | 2 in | 16 in | 60 in | 2.75 in |
| 3.5 in | 2 in | 16 in | 60 in | 2.75 in |
| 4.0 in | 2 in | 16 in | 60 in | 2.75 in |
| 5.0 in | 2 in | 16 in | 60 in | 2.75 in |
| 6.0 in | 3 in | 16 in | 60 in | 2.75 in |
Logos
| Depth | Max Area Square Inches |
| 1.0 in | 900 |
| 1.5 in | 900 |
| 2.0 in | 3,600 |
| 2.5 in | 3,600 |
| 3.0 in | 3,600 |
| 3.5 in | 3,600 |
| 4.0 in | 3,600 |
| 5.0 in | 3,600 |
| 6.0 in | 3,600 |
Bars
| Depth | Max One Piece |
| 1.0 in | 40 in |
| 1.5 in | 48 in |
| 2.0 in | 48 in |
| 2.5 in | 48 in |
| 3.0 in | 60 in |
| 3.5 in | 60 in |
| 4.0 in | 60 in |
| 5.0 in | 60 in |
| 6.0 in | 60 in |
Backers
| Thickness | Gap | |
| Light Diffused | 0.177 in | 0.6 in - 0.013 in |
| Clear | 0.118 in | 0.06 in - 0.013 in |
- 1/8" removable, recessed backs available (does not create a sealed unit)
- 1/8" non-removable, flush backs available (does not create a sealed unit)
Swoosh
 |
0.6 in stroke need 1 inch in from tip -return will have a slight inset- |
 |
0.3 in fillet |
Bottom Stud
 |
Depth | Max Size |
| 1.0 in | 30 in | |
| 1.5 in | 30 in | |
| 2.0 in | 30 in | |
| 2.5 in | 48 in | |
| 3.0 in | 48 in | |
| 3.5 in | 48 in | |
| 4.0 in | 48 in | |
| 5.0 in | 48 in | |
| 6.0 in | 48 in |
Minimum Opening
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No Returns | 0.3 in |
Sheet Info
| Horizontal Brushed |
42 in h x 72 in w or 119 in h x 36 in w |
| Vertical Brushed |
72 in h x 42 in w or 36 in h x 119 in w |
| Anodized Horizontal |
42 in h x 72 in w or 84 in h x 36 in w |
| Anodized Vertical |
72 in h x 42 in w or 36 in h x 84 in w |
| Painted | 59 in h x 100 in w |
| Prep for Paint | 59 in x 119 in |
Note: Over 100 inches in one piece will not have a clear coat.
Rails (Painted or Raw)
| Size Height x Width | Length | |
| C-Chan | 1 in x 2 in | 96 in |
| C-Chan | 0.5 in x 1.5 in | 96 in |
| C-Chan | 1 in x 3 in | 96 in |
| C-Chan | 0.5 in x 1 in | 96 in |
| C-Chan | 1 in x 1.5 in | 96 in |
| Angle | 1 in x 2 in | 96 in |
All artwork is reviewed by Gemini before ordering. If modifications are required on submitted artwork, a Gemini team member will work with you to find a solution. If you have questions about your artwork, please contact us through your Partner Portal account.
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