Black & Yellow Arrow Prismatic Reflective Tape | Flashback® Tape

Suitable for general visibility and directional marking where certified material is not required, including:

- Gates and fences
- Driveways and entrances
- Posts, poles and bollards
- Signs and mailboxes
- Barriers and fixed equipment
- Warehouses and workshops
- Yards and private property
- Low-hanging objects and hazards
- Bikes and bicycles, subject to testing
- Cars, vans and trailers where regulated tape is not required

Suitable surfaces: Clean, dry, smooth and rigid surfaces including metal, painted metal, plastic, UPVC, glass, sign boards, gates and posts. Adhesion varies with surface condition, texture, temperature, exposure and application pressure. Test first on painted, coated, delicate, textured or high value surfaces.

For bollards and barriers, use only as supplementary visibility marking on privately owned items where no formal specification applies.

Not suitable for: Clothing, flexible fabrics, washable garments or PPE. Not suitable for Chapter 8 or ECE104 regulated use.

Product: Flashback® Black & Yellow Arrow Prismatic Reflective Tape
Colour: Black & Yellow
Pattern: Directional arrows
Reflective area: Yellow sections only — black arrows are non-reflective
Type: Prismatic acrylic reflective tape
Grade: Ungraded / general purpose
Backing: Self-adhesive
Widths: 50mm, 100mm, 150mm
Lengths: 1 to 45 metres, cut to length
Application: Indoor and outdoor use on clean, dry, rigid surfaces
Not suitable for: Chapter 8 regulated use, ECE104 regulated use, clothing, flexible fabrics, washable garments or PPE

1. Make sure the surface is clean, dry and free from dust, grease, wax, polish or loose material.
2. Cut the tape to the required length or shape.
3. Peel away the backing liner.
4. Position carefully before pressing down.
5. Apply firm, even pressure across the full length.
6. Pay particular attention to edges and corners.
7. Allow the adhesive to bond before heavy exposure, washing or cleaning.

Always test first, especially on painted, coated or high value surfaces.

This is a general purpose prismatic reflective tape for unregulated visibility and directional marking. It is not Chapter 8 compliant and not ECE104 compliant.

If you need certified conspicuity marking, for example for HGVs over 7.5 tonnes or trailers over 3.5 tonnes, use approved ECE104 reflective tape instead. If you need markings for highways, roadworks, traffic management or another regulated application, check the relevant legal and project requirements before ordering.

This tape is designed for rigid surfaces and is not recommended for clothing, flexible fabrics, washable garments or PPE. For garments and fabric projects, use a suitable sew-on reflective tape.

Durability and adhesion depend on correct installation, surface preparation, surface condition, weather exposure and cleaning method.

Flashback Tape accepts no liability for incorrect fitting, misuse, surface damage, removal damage, regulatory non-compliance or use outside the intended application.

Which parts of the tape are reflective?
The yellow prismatic sections reflect direct light. The black arrows are non-reflective and provide a strong visual contrast rather than reflecting at night.

Is this tape Chapter 8 compliant?
No. This is a general purpose black and yellow arrow reflective tape and is not certified for Chapter 8 regulated use.

Is this tape ECE104 compliant?
No. For HGVs over 7.5 tonnes and trailers over 3.5 tonnes where regulated conspicuity marking is required, use approved ECE104 reflective tape instead.

What is the difference between acrylic and PVC prismatic reflective tape?
Acrylic prismatic film is generally chosen for long term outdoor use because it resists UV, weathering and yellowing well, but it is stiffer and best suited to flat, rigid surfaces. PVC prismatic film is more flexible and conforms to curves more easily, but generally ages faster in prolonged sunlight. This tape uses acrylic.

Can I use it on cars or vans?
It can be used for general non-regulated visibility marking on suitable hard vehicle surfaces, but not where Chapter 8, ECE104 or any other certified tape is required. Always test first, especially on paintwork.

Can the tape be cut to size?
Yes, with scissors or a sharp knife. We also cut to your chosen length before dispatch.

Is it suitable for clothing?
No. This tape is designed for rigid surfaces, not clothing, flexible fabrics, washable garments or PPE. For garments or fabric projects, use a sew-on, iron-on or fabric-specific reflective product.