English
简体中文
Acrylic Reflectives Sheeting
A rigid, high-gloss reflective sheeting with a hard acrylic face, delivering maximum reflectivity and extended outdoor durability for long-term traffic and safety signs.
Manufactured by Shanghai Hanker Industrial Co., Ltd.
Related DPI Products
Explore our comprehensive range of high-quality adhesive materials and digital printing media products from the DPI brand.
Best Seller
Best Seller
Economical&Practical One Way Vision
One Way Vision also known as perforated vinyl, see through s...
View DetailsBest Seller
Best Seller
Best Seller
Best Seller
Best Seller
Best Seller
Best Seller
Best Seller
Best Seller
Best Seller
Product Overview
Acrylic Reflectives Sheeting is a high-performance retroreflective material featuring a solid acrylic polymer face film, bonded to a dimensionally stable backing and a high-performance adhesive system. It is engineered for applications demanding the highest levels of optical performance and longevity.
This sheeting is recognized for its exceptional weatherability, maintaining its reflectivity and color over many years in harsh outdoor environments. The hard, glass-like acrylic surface resists abrasion, graffiti, and chemical attack. It is the material specified for many permanent highway signs, regulatory signs, and high-intensity safety markings where failure is not an option.
Face Material
Hard Acrylic Polymer Film
Reflective Technology
High-Index Glass Beads or Microprismatic
Adhesive System
High-Bond Acrylic Pressure-Sensitive
Typical Service Life
Up to 10+ years outdoors
Product Parameters
Comprehensive specifications for Acrylic Reflectives Sheeting, defining its premium physical, optical, and endurance characteristics.
Physical Properties
| Total Thickness | 180μm - 400μm (7 - 16 mil) |
| Acrylic Face Film | 50μm - 100μm (2 - 4 mil) |
| Reflective Layer Type | Encapsulated High-Index Glass Beads |
| Adhesive Thickness | 30-50μm (1.2 - 2 mil) |
| Standard Roll Width | 48", 54", 60" (122cm, 137cm, 152cm) |
| Roll Lengths | 50 yards, 100 yards |
| Surface Hardness | ≥ 3H (Pencil Hardness) |
| Backing Liner | Heavy-duty 90# or polycoated paper |
Optical & Performance Parameters
| Coefficient of Retroreflection (Ra) | ≥ 250 cd/lux/m² (White, High-Intensity Grade) |
| Color Chromaticity | Meets ASTM, EN, or MUTCD standards |
| Peel Adhesion (180°, to aluminum) | ≥ 45 N/25mm |
| Service Temperature Range | -40°C to 90°C (-40°F to 194°F) |
| Accelerated Weathering (Xenon arc) | ≥ 3000 hours (minimal color shift) |
| Impact Resistance | Passes 5 kg ball drop test from 1m |
| Graffiti Resistance | Good; most spray paints can be removed with solvents |
Chemical & Environmental Resistance
| Water Immersion | No effect after 240 hours @ 38°C |
| Salt Spray (ASTM B117) | No blistering or corrosion after 500 hours |
| Acid & Alkali (10% solution) | Resistant with no surface degradation |
| Fuels & Oils (short-term) | Resistant; wipe off promptly |
| UV Radiation | Excellent resistance; UV absorbers integrated |
Note: These parameters represent high-performance, engineer-grade acrylic sheeting. Different performance grades (e.g., commercial grade) are available with correspondingly lower specifications and cost.
About Shanghai Hanker Industrial Co., Ltd.
Shanghai Hanker Industrial Co., Ltd. is China Acrylic Reflectives Sheeting Manufacturers and Wholesale Acrylic Reflectives Sheeting Suppliers. With over 20 years of industry experience, we have grown into a fully-integrated enterprise capable of producing a complete range of products across the entire industrial chain.
2004-2005
Company Foundation
Shanghai Hanker Industrial Co., Ltd began preparations in 2004 and was officially registered and established in 2005. The DPI brand was founded in the same year, marking the beginning of our journey in the adhesive materials industry.
2012
Expansion of Production Base
To enhance the influence and market share of the DPI brand, we expanded our production base to Nanhuating Industrial Park in Fengxian District, Shanghai. The facility covers 25,000 square meters and employs over 160 people, equipped with modern production workshops and advanced equipment including silicone coating machines, laminating machines, and automated punching machines.
2016
New Manufacturing Facility in Jiangsu
We established Jiangsu DPI New Materials Co., Ltd. in Qidong, Jiangsu Province, covering 34,000 square meters. This facility is equipped with China's leading calendering machine, high-standard silicon coating machines, and PE coating machines, enabling independent production of raw materials like PVC calendering film and release paper.
Present
Industry Leadership and Innovation
Today, Hanker has developed into a fully-integrated enterprise with comprehensive capabilities across upstream, midstream, and downstream industrial chains. We hold over 65 invention and utility model patents, and our high-quality DPI products are sold to more than 80 countries worldwide.
Certifications & Quality Standards
National High-tech Enterprise
ISO9001 Quality Management
ISO14001 Environmental Management
Shanghai Contract-abiding Enterprise
Environmental Commitment
We actively uphold our environmental protection responsibilities by utilizing advanced RTO equipment, achieving a 99.9% waste gas treatment rate. We encourage full employee participation in environmental practices and support sustainable development through tangible actions.
Product Benefits
Acrylic Reflectives Sheeting delivers significant performance advantages for critical, long-life signage applications where maintenance costs and public safety are primary concerns.
Superior Weatherability
Acrylic polymers are inherently resistant to UV degradation, yellowing, and embrittlement, ensuring optical performance and color stability for a decade or more.
High-Gloss, Durable Surface
The hard acrylic face provides a smooth, glossy finish that is easy to clean, resists dirt accumulation, and maintains a like-new appearance over time.
Maximum Retroreflectivity
Engineered with high-index glass beads or premium prismatics to deliver the brightest return of light to the driver, enhancing sign legibility at long distances.
Product Features
The construction of Acrylic Reflectives Sheeting incorporates features designed for maximum durability and performance in the most demanding outdoor settings.
- Monolithic Acrylic Face: A solid, non-porous acrylic layer protects the reflective elements and provides a hard, scratch-resistant surface.
- Encapsulated Bead Technology: Glass beads are fully sealed within the film structure, preventing moisture ingress and bead loss.
- Dimensionally Stable Backing: Reinforced backing minimizes thermal expansion/contraction, preventing edge lifting and cracking.
- Class A Fire Rating:Some formulations meet low flame spread and smoke density standards for use in tunnels and enclosed spaces.
- Chemical & Graffiti Resistance: The non-porous surface resists staining from many chemicals, and graffiti can often be removed without damage.
- Wide Temperature Tolerance: Performs reliably in extreme cold and heat without becoming brittle or overly soft.
- Conformable Grades Available: Special flexible acrylic formulations exist for application to slightly curved sign blanks.
- Certification Compliance: Often manufactured to meet or exceed specific national and international standards (e.g., MUTCD, EN 12899).
Product Applications
Acrylic Reflectives Sheeting is the specified choice for permanent, high-visibility signage where long-term performance, regulatory compliance, and public safety are paramount.
Permanent Highway & Traffic Signs
Used for critical regulatory, warning, and guide signs on freeways, highways, and arterial roads where high-speed reading and all-weather visibility are required.
- Freeway Guide Signs: Exit number, distance, and destination signs.
- Regulatory Signs: Stop, Yield, Speed Limit, and Do Not Enter signs.
- Overhead Gantries: Large directional signs mounted on structures over roadways.
- Bridge & Tunnel Signage: Signs in environments with concentrated chemical exposure from exhaust.
Municipal & Infrastructure Signage
Applied to signs managed by cities, airports, ports, and railway authorities that require minimal maintenance and long service intervals.
- Street Name & Pedestrian Signs: Durable identification signs at intersections and walkways.
- Airport/Airfield Signage: Runway, taxiway, and apron guidance signs.
- Park & Public Space Signs: Regulatory and informational signs in parks and civic areas.
- Parking Guidance Systems: Permanent directional and information signs in multi-level garages.
Industrial & Security Signage
Employed in heavy industrial, utility, and high-security sites where signs must withstand harsh conditions and remain highly visible for safety and security.
- Power Plant & Refinery Signs: Safety warnings, pipe markers, and hazard identification.
- Utility Asset Marking: Identification for transformer stations, valve locations, and buried line warnings.
- Perimeter Security Signage: Warning signs for fences, guarded facilities, and restricted areas.
- Construction Site Permanent Signs: Project identification and long-term safety notices on large-scale sites.
Application & Fabrication Tips
Sign Blank Preparation
Substrate must be clean, dry, and free of contaminants. For aluminum blanks, ensure proper surface treatment (e.g., chromate conversion coating) for maximum adhesion.
Plotter Cutting
Use a tungsten-carbide knife blade. Due to its rigidity, it may require higher cutting force and slower speed settings compared to flexible vinyls. Always perform test cuts.
Application Pressure
Requires firm, even pressure during application. A mechanical roller or laminator is recommended for large sheets to ensure full adhesive contact and eliminate voids.
Storage & Handling
Store rolls flat or on end to prevent deformation. The rigid material can develop a "curl memory" if stored improperly. Allow to acclimate to room temperature before unwinding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to technical and practical questions regarding the use of Acrylic Reflectives Sheeting.
Why is acrylic sheeting more expensive than PET or PVC reflective?
The higher cost reflects the premium raw materials (acrylic polymer), more complex manufacturing process for encapsulation, and the extended performance life (often 2-3 times longer than PVC). It is an investment in long-term durability and reduced replacement costs.
Can it be applied to existing old signs as an overlay?
Yes, this is a common method for sign refurbishment. The old sign face must be thoroughly cleaned and smoothed. The rigid nature of acrylic sheeting requires a very flat substrate; any significant imperfections will telegraph through.
Is it suitable for digital printing?
Generally, no. The standard high-gloss acrylic face is not designed for ink adhesion. For printed signs, a separate printable graphic is typically produced and then protected with an overlaminate, or a specific "printable" version with a receptive coating is used.
How does it perform in coastal or high-pollution areas?
Acrylic sheeting offers excellent resistance to salt spray and industrial atmospheric pollution due to its sealed, non-porous surface. It is often the preferred choice for such harsh environments.
What is the minimum application temperature?
While the material can withstand extreme cold in service, application should be performed above 10°C (50°F) to ensure proper adhesive flow and bonding. The rigid film becomes less manageable in very cold conditions.
Interested in DPI Color Cutting Vinyl?
As a direct manufacturer with over 20 years of experience, Shanghai Hanker Industrial offers competitive pricing, flexible order quantities, and comprehensive technical support for our DPI brand products.
