SOLAS Reflective Tape – Marine Safety Reflective Tape
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Standard UK Delivery (2–3 working days): £3.49
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¹ While we aim for next-day delivery, a small number of orders may experience delays due to courier handling.
Product Description
SOLAS Reflective Tape is a high-visibility self-adhesive reflective tape designed for marine safety, emergency visibility and outdoor identification. The bright silver reflective surface helps improve visibility in low-light, night-time and emergency conditions when illuminated by searchlights, torches, headlights or other direct light sources.
This tape is suitable for use on marine equipment, lifeboats, life jackets, life rafts, vessels, safety equipment, rescue gear and other suitable hard surfaces where strong reflective visibility is required. Designed for harsh environments, SOLAS reflective tape is a practical choice for marine, offshore, outdoor and emergency safety applications.
Important: For regulated marine safety use, the buyer or installer must check that this product is suitable for their specific requirement, vessel, equipment type and any relevant compliance rules before application.
Key Features
- SOLAS reflective tape for marine and emergency visibility marking
- Bright silver reflective finish for strong low-light visibility when illuminated
- Self-adhesive backing for quick application to suitable surfaces
- Designed for marine and outdoor environments
- Useful for lifeboats, life jackets, vessels and safety equipment
- Suitable for indoor and outdoor use on suitable clean, dry surfaces
- Weather-resistant design for demanding visibility applications
- Can be cut to size with scissors or a sharp knife
Why Choose SOLAS Reflective Tape?
SOLAS reflective tape is designed for situations where visibility matters. It is commonly used in marine and emergency environments to help make equipment easier to locate when light is shone onto the reflective surface.
High-Visibility Silver Reflection
The silver reflective surface is designed to return light clearly when illuminated, helping improve visibility in dark, wet, marine or emergency conditions.
Made for Marine Safety Marking
Ideal for marking lifeboats, life jackets, vessels, life rafts, rescue equipment and other marine safety items where reflective visibility is needed.
Strong Self-Adhesive Backing
The adhesive backing allows the tape to be applied to suitable clean, dry and smooth surfaces without separate glue or mechanical fixing.
Suitable for Harsh Outdoor Conditions
Designed for demanding environments where moisture, weather and outdoor exposure are likely. Performance still depends on surface preparation, application and conditions.
Common Uses
SOLAS reflective tape is suitable for marine, emergency and outdoor visibility marking where a bright silver reflective tape is required.
- Lifeboats
- Life jackets
- Life rafts
- Marine vessels
- Rescue equipment
- Emergency safety equipment
- Boat equipment and hard marine surfaces
- Offshore and coastal safety marking
- Outdoor equipment identification
- Low-light visibility marking
Suitable Surfaces
This SOLAS reflective tape is suitable for many clean, dry, smooth and rigid surfaces, including suitable plastics, metal, painted metal, fibreglass, marine equipment and general hard surfaces. Adhesion can vary depending on surface condition, texture, salt exposure, moisture, temperature and application pressure. Always test first and follow any relevant equipment or safety requirements.
Product Specification
Product: SOLAS Reflective Tape
Colour: Silver
Grade: SOLAS
Backing: Self-adhesive
Use: Marine safety marking, emergency visibility and reflective identification
Application: Indoor and outdoor use on suitable clean, dry surfaces
Outdoor Exposure: Suitable for continuous outdoor exposure, subject to correct application and conditions
Surface Requirement: Clean, dry, smooth and suitable for adhesive bonding
How to Apply
- Make sure the surface is clean, dry and free from salt, dust, grease, oil, wax 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 immersion.
- Always test first to confirm suitability for your specific application.
FAQ
What is SOLAS reflective tape used for?
SOLAS reflective tape is commonly used for marine safety marking, life-saving equipment, lifeboats, life jackets, vessels, rescue equipment and other applications where strong reflective visibility is needed.
Is this tape suitable for outdoor use?
Yes, it is suitable for indoor and outdoor use on suitable surfaces. Outdoor performance depends on correct surface preparation, application, exposure and maintenance.
Can it be used on life jackets?
It may be suitable for certain life jackets and marine safety equipment, but the buyer or installer must check compatibility, regulations and manufacturer requirements before applying.
Can I cut it to size?
Yes, the tape can be cut to the required length or shape using scissors or a sharp knife.
Will it stick to any surface?
It works best on clean, dry, smooth and suitable hard surfaces. Rough, dirty, damp, greasy, flexible or textured surfaces may reduce adhesion.
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 marine and emergency reflective visibility marking on suitable surfaces. The buyer or installer is responsible for confirming suitability for their specific vessel, equipment, safety requirement, legal requirement or regulatory application before use.
Adhesion and lifespan depend on correct installation, surface preparation, exposure, saltwater conditions, cleaning methods, maintenance and each user’s specific application. Always test suitability before full application.
Do not apply to unsuitable, dirty, wet, greasy, loose, flaking, flexible or incompatible surfaces. Do not rely on this product as the only safety measure where certified life-saving equipment, regulated markings or professional safety systems are required.
Trade & Bulk Orders
For trade pricing, repeat supply or bulk orders, please contact us by email at sales@flashbacktape.co.uk.
Product Disclaimer
Disclaimer: This product is supplied for reflective visibility marking. It is the customer’s responsibility to determine whether the tape is suitable for their specific surface, vessel, equipment, safety requirement and regulatory use. Flashback Tape accepts no liability for incorrect application, unsuitable surfaces, misuse, regulatory non-compliance, or failure to check suitability before use.
Other Names for This Product
This type of tape is also commonly known as SOLAS tape, SOLAS reflective tape, marine reflective tape, silver marine safety tape, lifeboat reflective tape, life jacket reflective tape, rescue equipment tape, self-adhesive SOLAS tape and high-visibility marine tape.