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Red and white reflective tape roll, smooth finish, 30 ft length

3M

3M 983-326 Reflective Tape Red White 30 ft

SKU CH-3RRX-JCGG9

Red and white reflective tape, 2 in wide by 30 ft long, with acrylic adhesive on retroreflective microprismatic backing for outdoor use

  • ColorRed/White
  • High visibility with red and white reflective colours
  • 30 ft roll covers large areas without joins
  • Microprismatic backing returns light to the source
  • Acrylic adhesive bonds to metal, plastic and painted surfaces
  • 18 mil thickness resists tearing and outdoor weathering

3M 983-326 Reflective Tape

The 3M 983-326 is a red and white retroreflective tape designed for outdoor marking and visibility. It uses a microprismatic backing to return light to its source in low-light conditions. The product suits facility managers, safety officers, and vehicle operators who need durable conspicuity marking. It is not intended for buyers who require fluorescent daytime colour or photoluminescent glow-in-the-dark properties.

Installation and adhesion

The tape features a pressure-sensitive acrylic adhesive on a smooth polyester backing. Apply to clean, dry surfaces such as stainless steel, aluminum, or prepainted panels for the listed adhesion values. Peeling from the liner and pressing firmly avoids air pockets that reduce bond strength. Cold or contaminated substrates are the most common cause of edge lifting. The roll measures 30 ft long by 2 in wide.

Sustained outdoor performance

The 18 mil thick construction resists weathering, UV exposure, and temperature cycling in permanent outdoor installations. Adhesion remains stable on stainless steel at 6.0 lb/in and on degreased aluminum at 5.3 lb/in over extended periods. The microprismatic optics maintain retroreflectivity without the degradation seen in bead-type films. It is not suited for applications requiring conformability over deep corrugations or rivets.

Highlights

  • High visibility with red and white reflective colours
  • 30 ft roll covers large areas without joins
  • Microprismatic backing returns light to the source
  • Acrylic adhesive bonds to metal, plastic and painted surfaces
  • 18 mil thickness resists tearing and outdoor weathering

Specifications

Brand3M
ColorRed/White

Questions about this item

How can I verify the 18 mil thick tape is adhering properly after applying it to a stainless steel surface?

Press firmly along the full 30 ft length; the 6.0 lb/in adhesion on stainless steel means it should resist peeling immediately when tested at a corner.

What exactly comes in the box and do I need any extra tools or primer for outdoor use?

The roll contains 30 ft of 2 in wide red/white retroreflective microprismatic polyester tape with acrylic adhesive; no primer or extra tools are required for outdoor application.

Which width or length version should I choose for marking a loading dock edge?

This 983-326 model is supplied as a single 2 in by 30 ft roll; choose it when that exact width and length match the dock edge you are marking.

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