Engineering Grade Prismatic Reflective Tapes
Engineer Grade Reflective Sheeting typically meets ASTM D4956 Type 1 standards and is an enclosed film or lens using glass beads or prismatic optical technology.
This material is specified for use on the non-critical street and road signs such as parking signs or way-finding signs. It has less reflectivity than the other types mentioned in the original question. Standard colors are white, yellow, red, blue, green, and brown.
Engineer grade reflective sheeting is also used often for reflective stickers and decals, as it is printable both with digital and screen printing methods. It is also cut-table using a die cutter or a vinyl plotter, which makes it useful for creating reflective decals that are cut to a specified shape.
Engineer grade reflective vinyl utilizes and aggressive acrylic adhesive which makes it difficult to remove. Use of heat from a heat gun or hair dryer will aid in the removal of EG reflective sheeting, but often the vinyl will be separated from the adhesive, and it becomes necessary to use a glue remover to soften and remove the adhesive.
Most EG reflective films have a 5-7 year outdoor durability warranty and are not considered a “long-term use” material.
Specifications:
Model: EG Reflective Stickers
Material: Acrylic Reflective Films
Color: White, Yellow, Red, Green, Blue, Orange.
Width: 4 Feet or 1.2 Meter
Length: 50 Yard or 46 Meter
Standards: EN12899 & ASTM D 4956
Application: Road Signs, Printing, etc.
What is Engineering Grade Prismatic Reflective Tape?
Engineering Grade Prismatic Reflective Tape
is a type of reflective material designed for use in non-critical traffic control signs. It offers good reflectivity but is typically less bright than higher-grade reflective tapes.
Key Characteristics:
Prismatic technology: Uses microprisms to reflect light back to its source.
Durability: Resists weather conditions and fading.
Cost-effective: Generally more affordable than higher-grade options.
Applications: Non-critical traffic signs, parking signs, wayfinding signs, and commercial signage.
Comparison to Higher-Grade Tapes:
While it provides adequate reflectivity, Engineering Grade Reflective Tape is not as bright as Diamond Grade or Highway Grade tapes. These higher grades are used in more critical applications where maximum visibility is essential, such as highway signs or emergency vehicle markings.
