Are 5D Plates Real, What Are They?

30 Dec

So you’ve decided that you’ll pull the trigger and pick up some Custom Number Plates for your Vehicle! What should you look out for when purchasing a set of highly sought after Number Plates? DWDPLATES are here to answer all of the questions you have.

In this blog, we’ll delve into the topic of 5D Number Plates, and answer the burning question, What Are 5D Plates?

DWDPLATES proudly hold the title of the UKs Number 1 Plate Maker, having been around for many years, we specialise in all Number Plates, focusing on 3D Number Plates, and 4D Number Plates. Recognised by the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA), DWDPLATES are fully authorised to make and distribute Custom Number Plates and Replacement Number Plates. Shopping with us guarantees a trusted and hassle-free service. Beyond this, we also specialise in Personalised Number Plate Key Rings, and Private Number Plates. If it’s Number Plate related, we’ve got it!

What Are 5D Gel Number Plates or 5D Plates?

You’ve been looking at Number Plates, and it’s finally time to treat yourself, you may be wondering, what are 5D Gel Plates? Although the 5th Dimension hasn’t been discovered yet, the term 5D Plates or 5D Gel Plates is a common one, between motorists and Number Plate Fanatics. So, are 5D Plates Real? In short, Yes. 5D Gel Plates are in fact real, however they are actually a different term for the famous, 4D Gel Number Plates. You may even see the term hybrid custom plates used a lot in the industry, which is known to offer both 3D Plates and 4D Plates, hence a ‘hybrid approach’. Again, this is just a motoring myth. So, rest assured, whether you buy our 5D Gel Plates or 4D Gel Plates, you’ll be left with sleek looking plates, that you won’t forget.

Why Are People Buying Custom Number Plates?

Custom Number Plates have been around for a while, and with the Private Number Plate Industry now predicted to be worth over £1 Billion, it’s no wonder motorists are going crazy for a set of fancy plates! For the small costs associated with Custom Number Plates, the advantages are huge. There are many advantages of plates such as 3D & 4D Number Plates compared to standard Flat 2D Number Plates. We have seen a recent increase in motorists opting for Upgraded Number Plates. Here are a few examples of advantages that our plates can boast:

Upgraded Vehicle Look
Unique Customisable Option & Added Personality
Stand Out Characters
Increased Durability & Safety Of Custom Number Plates
Non Insurance Declarable Modification
MOT Friendly and Road Legal, Perfect for Replacement Plates

What Are Other Examples Of Custom Number Plates?

3D Number Plates

3D Number Plates are manufactured from Polyurethane Resin which is a thermoplastic polymer. Each 3D plate digit is manufactured using this material, this leaves a 3D letter which extrudes from the base of the plate by around 3MM depending on the manufacturer. In order to extract the characters for a number plate, DWDPLATES use top of the range laser cutters to remove digits out of a sheet, then we cover this template with the resin to create the numbers and letters. To ensure the characters have a beautiful finish, we bake them in a low-grade oven then allow them to cool.

4D Number Plates

4D Number Plates are in fact similar to 3D Plates in the way that they are manufactured. However, 4D Number Plates are manufactured using Sheet Acrylic. Here at DWDPLATES, we use Laser Cutters to extract required letters from this Acrylic. 4D Characters are fairly blocky in shape and tend to extrude up to 3MM out from the plate base. You might be wondering, how can an object be in the 4th Dimension? Your thinking is correct! Over the years, there has been a wide variety of Number Plate styles, due to the vast variety of Number Plates, 4D is simply a term used to differentiate between the 3D Gel Number Plates and the ‘4D’ Acrylic. Rest assured, these Number Plates are in fact very different in looks.

Can I Get Custom Show Plates?

In addition to the road legal Number Plates that we make, we are the UK’s Number 1 Manufacturers of Show Plates which can boast additional features such as tints, customizable spacing, and custom sizing. These are a fantastic option for a wide variety of uses, these can be used for car meets, car events and any promotional circumstances such as music videos! However, it is important to note, Show Plates are not Road Legal and are to only be used on private roads or off road. Although we can accommodate for all requests, If you have any special requests, please be sure to contact us by email or phone to avoid disappointment.

In Summary:

5D Gel Number Plates are also known as 5D Gel Plates, 5D Plates & 5D Number Plates.
5D Gel Number Plates Is Another Term For 4D Gel Number Plates.
5D Gel Plates Are Fully Road Legal & MOT Compliant.
5D Gel Plates Can Offer Customisable Spacing, Number Plate Tinting and Custom Sizing