Wholesale Rain Night Reflective Glass Beads (AW Element): Superior Retro-Reflectivity for All Weather Conditions Factory, Exporter

As a leading professional factory specializing in road safety materials, we are excited to introduce our Rain Night Reflective Glass Beads (AW Element). These innovative glass beads are designed to provide superior retro-reflectivity in both dry and wet conditions, ensuring enhanced visibility and safety on roads, even during rainy nights. Our AW Element beads combine advanced optical design with a non-transparent micron bead covering, offering high compressive strength, excellent flowability, and strong adhesion with various types of paint. With a long reflective distance and a variety of reflective colors, these beads are the ultimate solution for improving road safety in all weather conditions.

Product Description

Technical Specifications
Technical Data AW Element Performance
ITEM AWW AWWD AWWW AWY AWWD AWWW
Appearance White glass beads Yellow glass beads
Density 2.5-2.7 g/cm³ 2.5-2.7 g/cm³
Size Range 0.6-2.0 mm 0.6-2.0 mm
Refractive Index 1.9-2.4 1.9-2.4
Chemical Composition TiO₂, BaO, SiO₂, ZrO₂ etc. TiO₂, BaO, SiO₂, ZrO₂ etc.
Coverage/m² 150-300 g 150-300 g
Effective Reflective Distance ≥100m ≥100m
Reflectivity in Dry ≥350 ≥450 ≥200 ≥250 ≥300 ≥150
Reflectivity in Drizzle/Wet ≥350 ≥80 ≥400 ≥200 ≥50 ≥250
Heavy Rain Reflectivity ≥100 ≥50 ≥150 ≥80 ≥30 ≥100
Reflective Color Silver-white Golden
COUNTRY STANDARD
ChinaGB/T24722-2009
EuropeEN1423-1998, EN1424-1998
EnglandBS6088-1981
USAMODIFIED AASHTO M247 TYPE I/H/II/IV/V
JapanJIS R3301
AustraliaAS/N2S 2007; AS/N2S 2007 D
TaiwanCNS4342
KoreaKSL2521
Rain Night Reflective Glass Beads Technical View
Key Features

Advanced Optical Design

Features an advanced design combined with non-transparent micron beads, ensuring superior retro-reflectivity and minimal light deviation in both dry and wet conditions.

High Compressive Strength

Engineered to withstand heavy traffic and harsh road conditions while maintaining excellent flowability for uniform application and consistent coverage.

Strong Adhesion

Designed to work seamlessly with a wide range of marking paints, ensuring beads remain securely in place even under extreme environmental stress.

Long Reflective Distance

Provides critical visibility from significant distances, significantly reducing accident risks by giving drivers more time to react.

Durability & Longevity

Highly resistant to UV radiation, moisture, and temperature fluctuations, maintaining reflective properties over an extended lifespan.

Reflective Beads Close Up
Reflective Beads Application
Reflective Beads Material
Application Scenarios

Road Markings

Essential for enhancing lane lines and traffic symbols on highways and urban roads, specifically during rainy nights and low-light conditions.

Reflective Signs

Used in traffic signs to ensure critical information like speed limits and warnings are visible from a distance in adverse weather.

Pavement Markings

Ideal for parking lots, airports, and pedestrian zones where clear guidance is necessary under heavy vehicle and foot traffic.

Safety Equipment

Applied to reflective vests, helmets, and personal gear to keep workers and pedestrians visible to drivers in dark environments.

Conclusion

Rain Night Reflective Glass Beads (AW Element) represent a cutting-edge solution for all-weather road safety. By combining advanced optics with high durability and versatile color options, these beads ensure that critical infrastructure remains visible and effective, contributing to a safer transportation environment globally.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What makes AW Element beads different from standard glass beads?
AW Element beads feature a specialized optical design covered by non-transparent micron beads, allowing them to maintain high retro-reflectivity even when submerged in water or during heavy rainfall.
2. Can these beads be used with any type of road paint?
Yes, they are engineered for strong adhesion with various marking materials, including thermoplastic, cold paint, and two-component resins.
3. How do they perform during continuous heavy rain?
The technical data shows a reflectivity of ≥100-150 mcd/lx/m² during continuous rainfall, which is significantly higher than standard reflective materials.
4. What is the typical reflective distance for these beads?
The effective reflective distance is ≥100 meters, providing drivers with ample reaction time during night driving.
5. Are the beads resistant to heavy traffic wear?
Absolutely. They are designed with high compressive strength to withstand the weight and friction of heavy vehicle traffic without losing their structural integrity.
6. Do these beads meet international safety standards?
Yes, our beads comply with major global standards including China GB, Europe EN1423/1424, USA AASHTO M247, and British BS6088.

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