3M 471 Marking Tape Red 3 in 108 ft 5.2 mil Vinyl

Red vinyl floor marking tape

This 3M Series 471 tape is a continuous solid red roll for floor marking in industrial and commercial settings. It measures three inches wide and one hundred eight feet long with a 5.2 mil vinyl construction. The non-reflective surface carries no legend or glow-in-the-dark properties. It suits facilities that need durable colour-coded lane or hazard identification.

Non-reflective vinyl limits visibility to ambient

Because the tape is non-retroreflective, it does not return light to its source and relies on existing illumination to be seen. It also lacks photoluminescent pigment so it will not glow after lights go out. Installers should verify that the operating environment provides sufficient ambient or emergency lighting for the tape to remain visible. Low-light or power-loss scenarios fall outside its design intent.

5.2 mil thickness determines durability

The 5.2 mil vinyl thickness is the single specification that governs abrasion resistance, conformance to floor contours and service life under foot or wheeled traffic. Thinner tapes may tear or lift on rough concrete; thicker grades add cost and stiffness without matching this product's balance. Buyers who need a different wear profile should select a tape with another mil rating.