MHP-8129 Photoluminescent Heat Transfer Vinyl

Short Description:

MHP-8129 is our Photoluminescent Heat Transfer Vinyl with a reflective surface; it is more wash and abrasion-resistant. This HTV offers ISO 17398 Class C grade luminosity and 12 hours’ glow time. It can not only provide reliable visibility in the dark but also make the garments more fashionable, great for making all kinds of PPE, workwear, and everyday apparel.


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  • Product Code: MHP-8129
  • Luminosity: Class C Grade (10mins>150mcd/㎡, 60mins>20mcd/㎡)
  • Base Material: PES hot melt adhesive
  • Day/Glow Color: Light Yellow/Yellow-green
  • Wash Cycle: 50x wash, 25x dry clean
  • Width: 1-160cm
  • Product Detail

    Why Choose MHP-8129 Photoluminescent HTV

    glow in the dark and reflective heat transfer vinyl structure
    MHP-8129 is a heavy-duty photoluminescent (glow-in-the-dark) heat transfer vinyl with a reflective glass-bead surface. It has a soft reflective effect under light and is very resistant to washing and abrasion.

    MHP-8129 is made with our own strontium aluminate photoluminescent pigment, which is non-toxic, non-harmful, and non-radioactive. It can be charged with indoor or outdoor light and glows in the dark, keeping the wearer visible after dark or during emergencies. It has ISO 17398 Class C luminosity and over 12 hours of glow time (measured down to 0.3 mcd/m²).

    Our glow in the dark HTV can be processed into different patterns with a laser, plotter, or die cutting. It is great for making hi-vis PPE, workwear, casual wear, and accessories.

    MHP-8129 Photoluminescent HTV Specification

    We can customize the glow in the dark heat transfer vinyl's size (1cm - 160 cm wide), patterns, and luminosity grades to meet your specific requirements.

    Product model MHP-8129
    Product type Photoluminescent heat transfer vinyl (glow in the dark heat transfer vinyl)
    Base material PES hot melt adhesive
    Afterglow intensity ISO 17398 Class C: 10 min >150 mcd/m², 60 min >20 mcd/m²Test standard: D65 light source, 1000 lux, 5 min excitation
    Glow duration Over 12 hours, measured down to 0.3 mcd/m²
    Material safety OEKO-TEX 100 Standard
    Wash durability 50 washes at 60°C (ISO 6330) and 25 dry clean cycles (ISO 3175)
    Day/glow color Light yellow/yellow-green
    Width 1 to 160 cm
    Add a glow-in-the-dark effect to your garments
    We reply within 12 hours.

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    Why Choose MHP-8129 Photoluminescent HTV

    Heavy duty: wash and abrasion resistance

    The reflective glass-bead surface gives MHP-8129 strong wash and abrasion resistance, making it the right choice for hi-vis PPE, workwear, and clothing that face heavy laundering and daily wear.

    Photoluminescent performance: ISO 17398 Class C

    Class C is the internationally recognized minimum luminosity grade for safety signage and evacuation systems. This photoluminescent HTV has high luminosity, long afterglow hours, and fast charge time.

    Clean finish after heat pressing

    When heat-pressed onto garments, it delivers a clean and premium finish with no dark edges.

    100% In-House Manufacturing & End-to-End Quality Control

    As a leading manufacturer in the optical functional materials industry with 23 years of expertise, we produce not only the finished glow-in-the-dark HTV but also the strontium aluminate photoluminescent pigment. We back our performance with scientifically measured luminance data, not just glow-hour claims.

    How to Use Glow In The Dark Heat Transfer Vinyl

    garments with photoluminescent glow in the dark HTV
    Our glow in the dark HTV can be easily heat-pressed onto various garments and accessories with a standard household iron, double drum laminating machine, commercial heat presses, etc.
    We recommend pressing temperature: 135℃-155℃, pressing time: 9~15 seconds, pressure: 5~6 kg. Please wait until the glow-in-the-dark HTV has cooled entirely before removing the PET protective film.

    Note: Equipment and fabrics vary, and you need to adjust the parameters accordingly. We strongly recommend performing a small trial press before proceeding with bulk production.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does glow in the dark HTV need power to glow?

    No electricity or batteries are needed for it to glow. Our glow in the dark HTV is made with strontium aluminate photoluminescent pigment, which charges from daylight or indoor light and then releases that energy as an afterglow in the dark. It can act as an emergency lighting and safety back-up during emergencies or in dark environments.

    How bright and how long can photoluminescent heat transfer vinyl glow?

    MHP-8129 photoluminescent heat transfer vinyl meets ISO 17398 Class C: over 150 mcd/m² at 10 minutes and over 20 mcd/m² at 60 minutes.

    The afterglow stays visible for over 12 hours, measured down to the 0.3 mcd/m² perception threshold. Always compare glow material by measured mcd/m² values rather than glow-hour claims alone.

    What is ISO 17398 and what does Class C mean?

    ISO 17398 is the international standard that classifies photoluminescent (glow-in-the-dark) safety materials by how bright they glow and how long the glow lasts. Each class specifies the minimum luminance (mcd/m²) the photoluminescent material must maintain at 2, 10, 30, and 60 minutes after the light source is removed. 

    Class C is a sub-classification from ISO 17398, which is the afterglow intensity level required for safety signage and evacuation systems. 

    What is the difference between MHP-7371 and MHP-8129 glow in the dark HTV?

    Both are glow in the dark HTV with the same ISO 17398 Class C luminosity.

    MHP-8129 has a reflective glass-bead surface that adds higher wash and abrasion durability, while MHP-7371 has a smoother finish and softer hand feel.

    Choose the model that fits your needs, or contact us, and we will recommend the right one for you.

    Can I customize patterns with your glow in the dark HTV?
    Yes, we provide customization services and free sampling for our glow-in-the-dark and reflective heat transfer vinyl. Send us your design, and we will make it happen.

    Our standard glow-in-the-dark HTV tape is 2 to 5 cm, we can also customize the width per your request from 1cm to 160cm.

    How to order glow in the dark HTV tape?

    Ordering from us is very simple. You can contact us by filling out the Contact Us form, or send your inquiry directly to our email sales@mphotoluminescent.com.

    You can also call us at 86-579-88948789. Our factory's work time is from 8AM to 5PM (UTC+8) Monday to Saturday.

    Please let us know your application, requirements, and order amount, and we will reply to you by email and provide a quotation to you within 12hours. We always provide free samples for evaluation before bulk orders.


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