2D printed number plates
The characters sit flat rather than standing above the face of the plate. Compare with gel and acrylic if you prefer a raised finish.
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See how the face, edge and profile of the digits differ before choosing your plates.
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Compare the same plate size and quantity. The prices below are for 520 × 111mm front and rear plates, standard spacing, no badge, no border and no tint. Delivery is additional.
| Finish | Character face | Profile options | Pair price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2D printed number plates | Flat black printed characters | Flat finish | £29.98 |
| 3D gel number plates | Raised gel with a rounded face | Domed gel profile | £39.97 |
| 4D number plates | Raised acrylic with a flat face | 3mm or 5mm acrylic | £39.97 |
| 4D gel number plates | Acrylic base with a rounded gel top | 3mm or 5mm acrylic base, plus gel | £44.97 |
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3D gel number plates
Gel gives each character a smooth domed face. It is a different profile from the flat face and defined edges of acrylic.
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4D number plates
Printed digits sit flat. Gel digits have a rounded face. 4D acrylic has a flat face and a defined edge, giving each character a sharper, more sculpted profile.
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4D gel number plates
Acrylic creates the raised base; gel adds the rounded top. Compare with plain acrylic to see the difference in the face of the digits.
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Short and Hex describe plate formats. Printed, Gel and Acrylic describe the digits. Pressed metal has its own construction; motorbike plates use their own layout and compatible options.
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