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What are 3D number plates?.

3D Gel plates have raised black characters with a rounded, glossy face. Here is how they differ from printed plates and the acrylic digits used on 4D plates.

What does 3D Gel look like?

3D Gel characters have a rounded top and shoulders. Light reflects across the curved face, giving them a different appearance from flat print. The raised face is visible from the side as well as the front.

How do they compare with 4D?

Plain 4D uses a solid acrylic character with a flat face and straight sides. 3D Gel has a softer curve. 4D Gel combines the two constructions: an acrylic base with a domed gel top.

Are 3D Gel plates road legal?

Raised characters are permitted by the number plate rules. A road plate also needs the correct black characters, reflective background, spacing and markings. Carbon-pattern gel, tint and custom spacing are show-only options in our builder.

Does 3D mean a printed shadow?

On this site, 3D Gel means a physically raised gel character. It does not mean a shadow or two-tone effect printed onto the backing. The black face has a real curved surface.

Can I use Carbon Gel on the road?

No. Our Carbon Gel finish is for show use only. Its patterned face is different from the plain black gel finish. Road-plate characters must meet the applicable colour and construction rules.