YSM heat transfer reflective tape factory mainly uses two kinds of substrates: polyester (PES) and thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU).

Polyester (PES) substrate

Performance characteristics:

High durability: PES substrate has excellent wear and tear resistance, and can maintain long-term stable reflective effect in harsh use environments.

Heat resistance: Polyester material has good heat resistance, can maintain its physical and chemical properties under high temperature conditions, and is suitable for a variety of thermal transfer processes.

Breathability: PES material has a certain breathability, and can provide a comfortable wearing experience when applied to clothing.

Data parameters:

Thickness: 200-300 microns
Tensile strength: 200-300 N/5cm
Reflective brightness: 500-700 cd/lux·m²
High temperature resistance: Can withstand continuous high temperatures of 150°C
Service life: Can last for more than 5 years outdoors

Thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) substrate

Performance characteristics:

High elasticity: TPU substrate has excellent elasticity and softness, and can maintain good shape and function when bent and stretched.

Weather resistance: TPU material has excellent weather resistance and can maintain stable performance in harsh environments such as ultraviolet rays, high temperature and humidity.

Environmental protection: TPU is an environmentally friendly material that does not contain harmful substances and meets international environmental standards.

Data parameters:

Thickness: 100-200 microns
Tensile strength: 150-250 N/5cm
Reflective brightness: 400-600 cd/lux·m²
High temperature resistance: Can withstand continuous high temperatures of 120°C
Service life: Can be used stably for 3-5 years in outdoor environments

Comparison of PES and TPU substrates

Durability:
PES substrate performs better in durability, especially under conditions of high wear and tear. Although TPU also has good durability, it is slightly inferior to PES in extreme environments.

Elasticity and softness:
Due to its high elasticity and softness, TPU substrate is more suitable for applications that require frequent bending and stretching, such as sportswear and intimate apparel. PES substrate is more suitable for applications with high structural stability requirements.

Breathability and comfort:
PES substrate has a certain degree of breathability, which is suitable for making outdoor sportswear and can provide better wearing comfort. TPU substrate is more suitable for making products that require high waterproofness and weather resistance.

Environmental protection:
TPU substrate is highly environmentally friendly, does not contain harmful substances, and meets international environmental standards. PES substrate also meets environmental protection requirements, but is slightly inferior to TPU in environmental performance.

Application areas

PES substrate reflective heat transfer tape: outdoor sportswear, work clothes, safety clothing

TPU substrate reflective heat transfer tape: sportswear, underwear, high-performance protective equipment

Summary

YSM reflective clothing tape factory PES and TPU substrate reflective heat transfer tapes each have their own advantages and can meet the needs of different fields and uses. PES substrate performs well in outdoor and industrial applications with its excellent durability and heat resistance. TPU substrate has an advantage in sports and high-performance clothing with its high elasticity and environmental protection performance.

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