Chipshow Certified 20mm Variable Message Signs
The expanded EN 12966 certification allows manufacturers to supply a wider range of standardized traffic displays.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Semiconductors
Chipshow received EN 12966 certification for its 20mm pixel pitch variable message signs in July 2026. The testing, performed by SGS-CSTC Guangzhou and verified by Denmark-based DBI Certification A/S, confirms compliance with European construction product standards.
Why it matters
This certification expands the options for infrastructure projects to source compliant, standardized traffic displays from a single manufacturer. The move reflects continued engineering investment in meeting rigorous EU safety and durability mandates.
The 20mm series earned performance ratings including colour class C2, luminance class L3, luminance ratio class R3, and beam width class B6. The units also met IP56 enclosure protection requirements, ensuring resistance to dust and high-pressure water jets.
The players
Chipshow
A developer of specialized LED display hardware focused on industrial-grade signage and traffic management products.
DBI Certification A/S
A Denmark-based accredited notified body specializing in the rigorous testing and certification of building and infrastructure components.
SGS-CSTC Guangzhou
A regional testing laboratory that provides verification services for industrial hardware and electronic components.
The details
The certification followed the AVCP System 1 regime, a formal process under the EU Construction Products Regulation that requires third-party verification of performance consistency. This process involves rigorous product type testing, ongoing factory audits, and surveillance by a notified body to ensure compliance with EN 12966 standards. The 20mm models also passed EN 50293:2012 testing, which ensures the hardware maintains electromagnetic compatibility in complex traffic environments.
Timeline
July 2026: DBI Certification A/S officially certified the 20mm VMS series.
The Tech Race
The expansion of certified pixel pitches signals a race to provide comprehensive, vendor-compliant portfolios for European smart-city infrastructure. It follows established trends in the Construction Products Regulation landscape where modularity and standardized compliance determine market access.
Traffic management authorities can now procure a broader range of 20mm pixel pitch displays that meet uniform safety and durability benchmarks. This shift simplifies procurement workflows by allowing projects to source varied display resolutions from a single qualified manufacturer.
The takeaway
Standardization of traffic signage ensures that displays maintain uniform luminance and legibility across diverse road conditions. Watch for further certifications or engineering updates as manufacturers aim to fill gaps in their product lineups to meet regional infrastructure tenders.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by LEDinside - Let There Be Light with LED | Let There Be Light with LED | Global LED News, Market Intelligence & Research.
