Custom 3M™ High Intensity Prismatic (HIP) Reflective Tape 3930 Series

Authentic 3M™ HIP Prismatic Media: Manufactured using genuine 3M™ High Intensity Prismatic (HIP) 3930 Series sheeting, delivering superior retro-reflective brightness across highways, traffic work zones, and commercial applications.
Low MOQ & Custom Converting: Zero-barrier flexible ordering with a Low MOQ starting at 1 Piece, supporting precision slitting, custom roll widths, die-cut shapes, screen printing, and digital printing.
16 Years Manufacturing Expertise: Produced under strict adherence to rail transit and international transportation safety standards for maximum quality control.
Full Spectrum of Traffic Safety Colors: Available in White (3930), Yellow (3931), Red (3932), Orange (3934), Blue (3935), Green (3937), and Brown (3939).
Easy Wet Application Method: Designed for smooth installation using a mild soapy water solution, facilitating precise alignment, effortless bubble displacement, and strong pressure-sensitive bonding.

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Specification Details
Material Base	Authentic 3M™ High Intensity Prismatic (HIP) Reflective Sheeting 3930 Series
Optic Technology	Microprismatic Retro-Reflective Optics
Manufacturing Expertise	16 Years of Precision Reflective Converting & Fabrication
Converting Capabilities	Precision Slitting, Precision Die-Cutting, Screen Printing, Digital Printing
Color Options	White (3930), Yellow (3931), Red (3932), Orange (3934), Blue (3935), Green (3937), Brown (3939)
Compliance Standard	Engineered to strictly comply with transit, highway, and road safety regulations
Application Method	Wet Application Method (Mild soap-and-water solution)
Recommended Temperature	Ideal installation above 18°C; Substrate temp minimum 10°C
Minimum Order Quantity	1 Piece (Full custom width slitting and die-cut shapes)

Highway & Roadway Traffic Signs: Permanent traffic signage for highways, primary to fourth-class roads, and municipal street markers.
Work Zones & Temporary Construction Safety: High-conspicuity warning markers, construction zone guides, barricade tapes, and hazard identification.
Vehicle Contour & Fleet Safety Markings: Reflective contour tapes for commercial trucks, trailers, emergency fleet vehicles, and utility machinery.
Commercial Signage & Facility Safety: Wayfinding markers, parking barrier stripes, industrial facility safety signs, and logistics equipment labeling.

Assemble the following tools prior to starting application:

Spray bottle (filled with clean water + a few drops of mild dish detergent)
Squeegee (rubber or felt-edge)
Soft lint-free cleaning cloth / Microfiber towels
Precision utility knife
Hairdryer or portable heat gun
Surface cleaner (Isopropyl Alcohol - IPA or 3M specialized surface cleaner recommended)

Substrate Cleaning: Thoroughly clean the mounting surface to eliminate oil, wax, grease, and dust. Deep-clean using Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) or 3M specialized surface cleaner to ensure a completely dry, contaminant-free surface.
Wet Lubrication Spray: Lightly mist the application substrate with the diluted soap-and-water solution to allow easy repositioning and prevent immediate permanent bonding.
Positioning & Alignment: Peel off the release liner from the 3M 3930 reflective tape, align it with the mounting position, and lay it flat. Avoid touching the exposed adhesive with bare fingers.
Squeegee Water & Air Evacuation: Using a squeegee with firm, overlapping strokes, sweep outward from the center toward the outer edges to push out all liquid and air bubbles. Apply uniform pressure across the tape to ensure full contact between the adhesive and substrate.
Heat Setting & Edge Trimming: Gently warm tape edges and tight corners with a hairdryer set to a low temperature to soften the film, press down firmly, and trim any excess tape along edges using a utility knife.
Curing Window: Allow the installed tape to cure in a clean environment. Do not wash, expose to rain, or leave in direct scorching sunlight for 24 hours post-installation to ensure complete adhesive curing.

Phenomenon	Primary Cause	Recommended Solution
Sub-optimal Application Weather	Installation during extreme cold (<10°C substrate temp), direct scorching sun, or dusty/windy conditions	Maintain installation temperatures above 18°C; ensure substrate temperature is at least 10°C.
Film Distortion / Reduced Reflectivity	Forcible pulling or stretching during squeegeeing	Do not forcibly stretch the reflective tape, as over-stretching causes optical distortion and delamination.
Persistent Air Pockets	Trapped air or incomplete liquid displacement during squeegeeing	Do not forcibly tear or peel cured tape. Puncture the center of the bubble with a fine needle tip and squeegee flat.
Joint Seam Misalignment	Overlapping multi-piece spliced applications	Butt-joint seams flat and flush without overlapping to prevent degradation in retro-reflectivity.