Athletic apparel designers can now push boundaries with stylish,
discreet reflective elements
ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Athletic apparel designers have a new, high-performance reflective
material from 3M™ Scotchlite™ Reflective Material available to them as
they create activewear that can be worn from the conference room to the
coffee shop to the bike path.
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The patented* C790
Carbon Black Stretch Transfer Film is a rich, deep black-colored
material when viewed in daylight. But when illuminated at night, the
material delivers vibrant reflective brightness that Scotchlite
reflective material is known for. The vivid brightness of the material
is durable through wear, stretch or washing. Featuring a low-temp
bonding capability, it also can adhere to a wide variety of fabrics
without affecting design or quality.
Unlike traditional colorized-silver reflective materials that apply a
thin layer of color on top of glass beads, 3M’s proprietary carbon black
technology makes the color inherent to the material’s construction. This
creates a discreet, color-fast material with initial brightness
averaging 300 RA strike. Carbon black technology also helps
provide off-angle brightness for increased visibility in low-light
conditions.
“Designers of active apparel no longer have to compromise when they want
a high performing, on-trend reflective material, “ said Ryan Gallagher,
3M. “C790 carbon black transfer film is the deepest black and highest
stretch reflective material we’ve ever made, meaning designers now have
a single material that can blend in, stand out and move with any active
pursuit or dynamic lifestyle.”
C790 carbon black transfer film can accommodate a wide range of
applications on gear worn for training, running, cycling, motorsports
and more.
Designers can learn more and request a sample at www.3m.com/CarbonBlackReflective
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3M and Scotchlite are trademarks of 3M Company.
*Patent: 3M.com/patents
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