3M Series 280/280i Reflective
Gerber 280 & 280i Plus Reflective Sheeting
Flexible, high-visibility reflective vinyl sheeting for multicolor markings, signs, and vehicle graphics — durable up to 7 years outdoors, engineered for day and night performance on roll-fed media.
- ✔ Retro-reflectivity that surpasses most industry brightness standards
- ✔ Durable, dimensionally stable 7–8 mil reflective vinyl sheeting for severe weather and handling
- ✔ 280i Plus specifically formulated for printing with the Gerber EDGE on roll-fed media
- ✔ Compatible with GerberColor Process and Transparent Foils for full retro-reflective output
- ✔ Often listed as a spec item — helps EDGE owners win competitive bids
The Gerber 280 series is flexible, reflective vinyl sheeting designed for the production of multicolor markings, displays, signs, and vehicle markings that require high visibility both day and night. Series 280 is a durable, dimensionally stable 7–8 mil film with a clear pressure-sensitive adhesive, designed to withstand a variety of severe weather and handling conditions. Whether you're running it through a Gerber plotter or producing high-volume fleet graphics on roll-fed media, the 280 series delivers consistent, professional retro-reflective results.
The 280i Plus is a new development from 3M and Gerber, specifically formulated for thermal transfer printing with the Gerber EDGE on roll-fed media. The "Plus" feature makes graphics easier to remove, cutting down on labor. Gerber EDGE® FX Foils & Foil Color Refills are especially ideal for 280i Plus — the transparent characteristic of these foils allows the retro-reflectivity of the film to show through the printed colors, giving you vibrant graphics that still reflect at night.
Retro-reflectivity characteristics that surpass most industry brightness standards allow EDGE owners to meet demanding customer specifications. 3M/Gerber reflective vinyl sheeting is frequently listed as a spec item on government, municipal, and fleet contracts — giving you a competitive edge when bidding on high-visibility signage projects.
*280i comes in white only and is printable. 280 does not come in white.
Specifications
| Thickness | 7–8 mil (0.18–0.20 mm) |
| Adhesive | Clear, pressure-sensitive |
| Liner | 78 lb white kraft paper |
| Removability | Permanent |
| Printer | Gerber |
| Widths | 15", 30" (both side-punched) |
| Lengths | 10, 50 yards |
| Colors | Gold, Black, Ruby Red, Red, Orange, Lemon Yellow, Yellow, Green, Light Blue, Blue, White (280i only) |
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Applications
- - Multicolor vehicle and fleet markings
- - High-visibility safety and warning signs
- - Traffic and roadway signage
- - Displays requiring day and night visibility
- - Flat surfaces with or without rivets
- - Moderate curved surfaces
- - Competitive bid work requiring spec-listed reflective sheeting
Application Surfaces
- - Flexible signage
- - Glass, metal, and acrylic
- - Polycarbonates and fiberglass
- - Painted surfaces
280 vs 280i Plus
Series 280 — Premium reflective vinyl sheeting available in a wide range of colors including gold, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and more. Not available in white and not printable with thermal transfer. Ideal for pre-cut multicolor graphic production, vehicle striping, and high-visibility sign making on roll-fed media through Gerber plotters.
Series 280i Plus — A new development from 3M and Gerber, this printable reflective vinyl sheeting is specifically formulated for roll-fed media workflows on the Gerber EDGE thermal transfer system. Available in white only. The "Plus" feature enables easier removal of graphics after installation, significantly reducing labor time on fleet and sign change-outs.
GerberColor Process and Transparent Foils are the ideal pairing for 280i Plus — their transparent characteristics allow the retro-reflectivity of the film to remain visible through the printed graphic, so your colors pop by day and reflect at night.
Physical Properties
- Thickness: 7–8 mil (film + adhesive)
- Film Colors: Gold, Black, Ruby Red, Red, Orange, Lemon Yellow, Yellow, Green, Light Blue, Blue, White (280i only)
- Adhesive: Clear, pressure-sensitive
- Liner: 78 lb white kraft paper
- Removability: Permanent
- Application: Flat surfaces with or without rivets; moderate curves
- Surfaces: Flexible signage, glass, metal, acrylic, polycarbonates, fiberglass, painted surfaces
Key Features
- - Retro-reflectivity surpasses most industry brightness standards for high-visibility applications
- - 7-year outdoor durability on premium reflective vinyl sheeting
- - Dimensionally stable — resists shrinking and distortion on roll-fed media
- - 280i Plus engineered specifically for Gerber EDGE thermal transfer printing
- - 280i "Plus" feature simplifies graphic removal and reduces job changeover labor
- - Both 15" and 30" widths available side-punched for Gerber roll-fed equipment
- - Frequently spec-listed on government, municipal, and fleet contracts
- - Helps EDGE owners win competitive bids for high-visibility signage projects
Gerber 3M Series 280 Reflective Spec Sheet