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Roll of red 6 inch wide reflective tape 50 yards long smooth finish

3M

3M 983-72 ES Conspicuity Red 6 in 50 yd traffic safety equipment

SKU CH-4GWG-KYN31

Premium red reflective tape, six inches wide by fifty yards long, uses microprismatic backing with acrylic adhesive for high-visibility traffic marking

  • Product colorRed
  • Premium retroreflective microprismatic backing boosts night visibility
  • 6-inch width and 50-yard length cover large fleet surfaces
  • Acrylic adhesive delivers up to 6.0 lb/in on stainless steel
  • Thin 18-mil profile conforms to curved vehicle contours
  • Trusted 3M engineering meets emergency-vehicle conspicuity standards

Red conspicuity tape for emergency vehicles

3M 983-72 ES Conspicuity tape is a premium grade retroreflective sheeting in red. It measures six inches wide by fifty yards long and uses an acrylic adhesive on a smooth microprismatic backing. The product is designed for outdoor traffic safety applications.

Upgrade from non-reflective or lower-grade markings

This tape replaces standard non-reflective striping or older reflective materials that no longer meet visibility requirements. The jump is worth it when existing markings have degraded below the adhesion thresholds of 2.5 to 6.0 pounds per inch depending on substrate. It restores daytime and nighttime conspicuity for emergency fleets.

Adheres to metal and composite fleet surfaces

The acrylic adhesive bonds to fiberglass reinforced plastic, Tedlar, prepainted panels, aluminum rail, degreased aluminum and stainless steel. Thickness of 18 mil allows conformity to curved body panels without adding bulk. No additional coating or edge sealant is required for installation on prepared surfaces.

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Price $286.99
Pricier than about 89% of the 1,503 comparable items (median $61.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand name3M
Product colorRed

Questions about this item

How wide is the tape and what surface preparation does the 18 mil backing require?

The tape is 6 in wide with an 18 mil retroreflective microprismatic backing. Clean the mounting surface thoroughly and ensure it is dry and free of oils before applying the acrylic adhesive.

What is the correct way to apply the 50 yd roll so the adhesive bonds at full strength?

Apply firm, even pressure along the full length using a roller or squeegee. The step most often missed is insufficient pressure, which prevents the acrylic adhesive from reaching its rated adhesion values.

When should the red conspicuity tape be replaced to maintain night-time visibility?

Replace the tape when the red retroreflective surface shows fading, cracking, or delamination, or when measured reflectivity drops below the minimum required for emergency vehicle conspicuity standards.

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