DOT-C2 Glass Bead Reflective Tape
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Delivery Options:
Standard UK Delivery (2–3 working days): £3.49
Next Day Delivery¹ (Orders placed by 15:00 Mon–Fri): £4.95
¹ While we aim for next-day delivery, a small number of orders may experience delays due to courier handling.
Product Description
Flashback® Red & White DOT Reflective Tape is a self-adhesive glass bead reflective tape designed for vehicle, trailer and general visibility marking. With alternating red and white / silver sections, this tape helps improve visibility when illuminated by headlights, torches or other direct light sources.
Made using microscopic glass bead reflective technology, DOT reflective tape reflects light back towards the source, helping make trailers, vehicles, equipment and hard surfaces easier to see in low-light and night-time conditions. It is suitable for outdoor use on clean, dry and smooth surfaces.
Important: This tape is commonly used for trailers and vehicles operating in the USA where DOT-style red and white reflective marking is required. The buyer or installer is responsible for checking suitability for their specific vehicle, trailer, country, regulation and application before use.
Key Features
- Flashback® red and white DOT reflective tape
- Glass bead reflective construction for low-light visibility
- Alternating red and white / silver sections
- Self-adhesive backing for quick peel-and-stick application
- Suitable for trailers, vehicles, equipment and hard surfaces
- Designed for outdoor use on suitable clean, dry surfaces
- Helps improve night-time visibility when illuminated by headlights
- Can be cut to size with scissors or a sharp knife
- Suitable for USA-style trailer and vehicle visibility marking
Why Choose DOT Reflective Tape?
DOT reflective tape is widely used for trailer and vehicle visibility marking, especially in the USA. The red and white pattern helps outline the shape of a vehicle or trailer, making it easier to see in dark or low-light conditions.
Red & White Visibility Pattern
The alternating red and white / silver pattern is commonly used on trailers and vehicles to help improve side and rear visibility.
Glass Bead Reflective Technology
Microscopic glass beads help return light back towards the source, improving visibility when the tape is illuminated by headlights or other direct light.
Useful for Trailers & Vehicles
A practical choice for trailers, trucks, vehicle bodies, agricultural equipment, plant machinery and other hard surfaces where red and white reflective marking is needed.
Easy Self-Adhesive Application
The adhesive backing allows fast application to suitable clean, dry and smooth surfaces without separate glue or fixings.
Common Uses
Flashback® Red & White DOT Reflective Tape is suitable for a wide range of vehicle, trailer and outdoor visibility marking applications where a red and white reflective tape is required.
- Trailers
- Trucks and commercial vehicles
- Vehicle bodies and panels
- Agricultural equipment
- Plant machinery
- Horse boxes and box trailers
- Utility trailers
- Gates, barriers and posts
- Warehouse and yard equipment
- General outdoor visibility marking
Suitable Surfaces
This reflective tape is suitable for many clean, dry, smooth and rigid surfaces, including metal, painted metal, aluminium, plastic, vehicle panels, trailer panels and general hard surfaces. Adhesion can vary depending on surface condition, texture, temperature, exposure and application pressure. Always test first if applying to painted, coated, delicate, textured or high-value surfaces.
Product Specification
Product: Flashback® Red & White DOT Reflective Tape
Colour: Red and White / Silver
Grade: DOT Grade
Type: Glass bead reflective tape
Backing: Self-adhesive
Use: Vehicle, trailer and outdoor visibility marking
Application: Outdoor use on suitable clean, dry, smooth and rigid surfaces
Reflective Technology: Microscopic glass bead construction
Regulation Note: Check suitability for your specific vehicle, trailer, country and application before use
How to Apply
- Make sure the surface is clean, dry and free from dust, grease, wax, polish or loose material.
- Cut the reflective tape to the required length, size or shape.
- Peel away the backing liner.
- Position carefully before pressing down.
- Apply firm, even pressure across the full surface of the tape.
- Pay special attention to edges and corners to help improve adhesion.
- Allow time for the adhesive to bond before heavy exposure, washing or cleaning.
- Always test first, especially on painted or high-value vehicle surfaces.
FAQ
What is DOT reflective tape used for?
DOT reflective tape is commonly used for trailer, truck and vehicle visibility marking, especially in the USA. It helps make vehicles and trailers easier to see when illuminated in low-light conditions.
Is this tape suitable for outdoor use?
Yes, this tape is suitable for outdoor use on clean, dry and smooth surfaces. Outdoor performance depends on surface preparation, exposure, installation and maintenance.
Can I use this on trailers?
Yes, it is suitable for many trailers and vehicle surfaces, subject to testing and checking the relevant rules for your location and application.
Is this ECE104 tape?
No. This is DOT reflective tape. If you need regulated ECE104 reflective tape for vehicles in the UK or Europe, use an approved ECE104 product instead.
Can I cut it to size?
Yes, the tape can be cut to the required length or shape using scissors or a sharp knife.
How do I remove it?
Warm gently with a hairdryer or heat gun, peel slowly at a low angle and clean any remaining adhesive with a suitable adhesive remover. Always test first, as removal may damage some surfaces.
Do you offer bulk discounts?
Yes. For trade pricing, repeat supply or bulk orders, please contact us by email at sales@flashbacktape.co.uk.
Important Notes
This tape is designed for reflective visibility marking on suitable rigid surfaces. The buyer or installer is responsible for confirming that the tape is suitable for their specific vehicle, trailer, country, safety requirement or regulatory application before use.
Adhesion and lifespan depend on correct installation, surface preparation, exposure, cleaning methods, weathering and each user’s specific application. Do not apply to unsuitable, dirty, wet, greasy, loose, flaking, flexible or incompatible surfaces. Always test suitability before full application.
We take no responsibility for damage caused during removal, incorrect application, unsuitable surfaces, misuse or failure to check regulatory suitability before use.
Trade & Bulk Orders
For trade pricing, repeat supply or bulk orders, please contact us by email at sales@flashbacktape.co.uk.
Other Names for This Product
This type of tape is also commonly known as DOT reflective tape, red and white reflective tape, trailer reflective tape, truck reflective tape, glass bead reflective tape, vehicle conspicuity tape, red white safety tape, reflective warning tape and self-adhesive trailer tape.