Engraved Acrylic Signage
& High-Performance
Decals
Davis Vinyl manufactures code-compliant engraved two-tone acrylic signs and custom laminated vinyl decals right here in Benton, Maine — using our in-house 100W CO₂ laser. Solar, electrical, and industrial applications. NEC compliant. Built to last outdoors for a decade or more.
Engraved Two-Tone Acrylic Signage
Laser-engraved, 10+ year outdoor rating. Sizes from 1"×1" up to 38"×24". From $3.85.
Custom Laminated High-Performance Decals
UL Recognized. 7–10 year outdoor exposure. Reflective options available. From $0.70.
Engraved Two-Tone Acrylic Signage
Permanent, high-contrast engraved signs manufactured from UltraGrave® Matte acrylic by Rowmark, cut with our in-house 100W CO₂ laser. Designed for critical safety communication on photovoltaic systems and electrical equipment, with a 10+ year outdoor rating.
Material & Specifications
UltraGrave® Matte Acrylic
- UV-rated polymer cap layer over a tough acrylic core
- Laser-engraved: cap layer removed to reveal contrasting core color
- Outdoor rated for 10+ years with proper installation
- Temperature range: −40°F to 176°F (−40°C to 80°C)
- Flammability: 94HB per UL94 test
Environmental & Compliance
- Rated for sun, rain, snow, ice, fog, and salt air
- ASTM D 256, D 638, D 790, D 792, D 785, D 648, D 696
- RoHS Compliant
- Meets NEC 690 (Solar PV Systems) requirements
- Meets NEC 705 (Interconnected Power Sources) requirements
Available Colors
Size Range
Product Subcategories
Custom Placards
Any size, color, or shape. Enter your own text, upload artwork, or request a facilities map. Used for AC/DC disconnects, inverters, meters, combiner boxes, and service panels.
Facilities Map Placards
Single-line diagram showing solar arrays, inverters, disconnects, and combiner boxes. Required by many AHJs. Residential (+$16.50) or Commercial (+$27.50) add-on.
LADWP Placards
Pre-formatted for Los Angeles Department of Water and Power inspection compliance. Multiple sizes and configurations available.
Stock Placards
Pre-made inventory for common applications: AC Disconnect, DC Disconnect, Battery Disconnect, AC Combiner Box, Net Meter, Caution Solar Circuit, and more.
Standard Features & Add-Ons
Pricing
| Product Type | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Stock Placards (e.g., AC Disconnect) | $3.85 each | Fixed size (4"×0.75") |
| Custom Placards (any size/color) | From $3.85 | Price varies by size |
| Facilities Map Placards | $25.50 – $63.00 | Price varies by size |
| LADWP Custom Placards | $30.50 – $53.00 | Specific LADWP formats |
Custom Laminated High-Performance Decals
Premium vinyl and reflective decals printed with UV-resistant inks and laminated with outdoor-rated polyester film. UL Recognized for 7–10 years of outdoor exposure on solar, electrical, and industrial equipment.
Materials & Specifications
Flexcon Premium Hi-Tach White Vinyl
- 3.5-mil white vinyl with permanent high-tack adhesive
- Outdoor-rated polyester film lamination over printed surface
- Printed with UV screen-print inks (latex for custom orders)
- Bonds to plastics, metals, powder coat, polycarbonate, fiberglass
- UL Recognized: file number PGGU2.MH10170
- Designed for 7–10 years of outdoor exposure
Avery Dennison Glass Bead Reflective
- Glass bead retroreflective technology
- Highly visible in low-light conditions
- Visible when illuminated by flashlight or headlamp
- Suitable for outdoor use and inside hot attic spaces
- Ideal for emergency responder identification
Available Colors
Size Range
Custom decals available in a wide variety of sizes from 1"×1" up to 8"×8", with many incremental sizes in between. Reflective stock labels available in a fixed 5.75"×1.125" size.
Product Subcategories
Custom Solar Labels
Any size, color, shape, and text. Upload artwork or enter text directly. Available in white vinyl and reflective materials.
Reflective Solar Labels
Avery Dennison Glass Bead Reflective material. Pre-formatted NEC warning text. Fixed size: 5.75"×1.125". Includes Caution, DC Circuit, Rapid Shutdown, and more.
NEC-Versioned Warning Labels
Organized by NEC edition year: 2011, 2014, 2017, 2020, 2023, and 2026. Ensures labels match the specific code version required for your jurisdiction.
Solar Breaker Labels
Smaller labels designed for circuit breaker identification within electrical panels.
Write-In Labels
Blank or partially pre-printed labels that allow field personnel to write in specific voltage, amperage, or circuit information on-site.
Standard Features
Pricing
| Product Type | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Stock Solar Labels (e.g., AC Disconnect) | $0.70 each | Fixed size (4"×0.75") |
| Reflective Stock Labels | $1.40 – $1.65 each | Fixed size (5.75"×1.125") |
| Custom Solar Labels | From $3.55 | Price varies by size |
| Danger/Warning Labels (larger) | $1.10+ | Price varies by size |
Product Comparison
Choose the right product for your application. Engraved acrylic offers maximum durability and a premium appearance; laminated decals provide cost-effective, UL-recognized labeling.
| Feature | Engraved Acrylic Signage | Laminated Decals |
|---|---|---|
| Material | UltraGrave® Matte acrylic (Rowmark) | Flexcon Premium Hi-Tach Vinyl or Avery Dennison Reflective |
| Manufacturing | 100W CO₂ laser engraving through cap layer | Industrial UV/latex screen printing + polyester lamination |
| Durability | 10+ years outdoor rated | 7–10 years outdoor rated |
| Temperature Range | −40°F to 176°F | Outdoor rated |
| UL Recognition | UL94 94HB (flammability) | UL Recognized (PGGU2.MH10170) |
| Size Range | 1"×1" to 38"×24" | 1"×1" to 8"×8" (custom); fixed sizes for stock |
| Reflective Option | No | Yes (Avery Dennison Glass Bead) |
| Mounting | Adhesive (standard) or rivet holes (+$1.00) | Permanent Hi-Tack adhesive |
| Starting Price | $3.85 | $0.70 (stock) / $3.55 (custom) |
| Max Bulk Discount | 40% off (500+ units) | 65% off (500+ custom units) |
| Code Compliance | NEC 690, NEC 705 | NEC versioned by year: 2011–2026 |
| Stock Ship Time | Same day by 1 PM | Same day by 1 PM |
| Custom Ship Time | 1–2 business days | 1–2 business days |
Industrial Screen Printing Process
All decal products are manufactured using industrial screen printing with UV-based, flood-coat inks — delivering superior color density, durability, and fade resistance compared to standard digital printing.
| Attribute | Our Screen Print Process | Standard Digital Print |
|---|---|---|
| Ink Application | Thick, solid flood-coat coverage | Thin layers of micro-dots (CMYK) |
| UV & Fade Resistance | Strong resistance to bleaching and outdoor exposure | More prone to fading and wash-out |
| Color Vibrancy | Bold, solid spot colors with high visibility | Blended dots that can appear softer |
| Outdoor Lifespan | Designed for long-term field use | Often needs replacement much sooner |
| Scratch & Wear | More durable and better bonded | Surface-level print that wears more easily |