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MUTCD Stop Sign
MUTCD R1-1
- Item #:
- Y1249
- Sign Reads:
- Stop
- Compliance:
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- MUTCD
Other configurations of this product
Note:
12" Octagon is sold as a label. All other sizes are rigid aluminum and MUTCD Compliant.
MUTCD Stop Sign
The stop sign is a standardized sign listed in the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) with a designation of R1-1. Stop signs are to be used when a full stop is required at an intersection for public roads, parking lots, and private roadways.
First appearing in 1915, the original stop sign featured black text on a white background. The octagonal shape was introduced a few years later in 1922 in order to standardize the shape of the sign.
During a 31 year period from 1924-1955, stop signs were yellow with black text. It wasn't until 1955 when the red signs we see today were released to be consistent with red traffic lights.
Which Size Do I Choose?
- Available in 5 sizes (see size tab below for full details):
- 12 x 12” - Novelty size that’s great for gifts and home decor
- 18 x 18" - Used for bicycle traffic control on bike paths and shared-use paths
- 24 x 24" - Great for smaller parking lots with minimal traffic volume and private roadways
- 30 x 30" - The minimum size required for official street applications
- 36 x 36" - Minimum size for multi-lane approaches and hazardous intersections
Which Material Do I Choose?
- Available in 3 reflective materials (see materials tab below for full details):
- Engineering grade (Type I) - great for parking lots and non-official applications
- High Intensity Prismatic (Type IV) - the most common choice for public road use
- Diamond Grade Prismatic (Type IX) - the best choice for public roads, especially dangerous intersections
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12″ Octagon
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| 6 Mil Peel and Stick Engineering Grade Reflective Vinyl Label | None | N/A | Y1249-RT2D | $9.95 | $9.45 | $8.95 | $8.45 | $7.75 | $6.95 | ||
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18″ Octagon
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| .080″ Engineering Grade Reflective Aluminum | None | Two ⅜″ holes (one at top, one at bottom) | Y1249-E2D | $23.45 | $22.95 | $22.50 | $21.95 | $21.75 | $21.25 | ||
| .080″ High Intensity Prismatic Reflective Aluminum | None | Two ⅜″ holes (one at top, one at bottom) | Y1249-E2J | $23.10 | $22.50 | $21.90 | $21.25 | $20.10 | $18.50 | ||
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24″ Octagon
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| .080″ Engineering Grade Reflective Aluminum | None | Two ⅜″ holes (one at top, one at bottom) | Y1249-E3H | $32.10 | $28.25 | $25.50 | $24.95 | $24.60 | $24.50 | ||
| .080″ High Intensity Prismatic Reflective Aluminum | None | Two ⅜″ holes (one at top, one at bottom) | Y1249-E3J | $35.50 | $31.50 | $29.25 | $28.95 | $28.60 | $28.35 | ||
| .080″ Diamond Grade Reflective Aluminum | None | Two ⅜″ holes (one at top, one at bottom) | Y1249-E3K | $69.30 | $66.95 | $65.00 | $63.20 | $60.45 | $55.45 | ||
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30″ Octagon
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| .080″ Engineering Grade Reflective Aluminum | None | Two ⅜″ holes (one at top, one at bottom) | Y1249-E4H | $41.35 | $36.95 | $35.95 | $35.10 | $34.50 | $34.25 | ||
| .080″ High Intensity Prismatic Reflective Aluminum | None | Two ⅜″ holes (one at top, one at bottom) | Y1249-E4J | $48.95 | $45.25 | $43.75 | $43.00 | $42.50 | $41.95 | ||
| .080″ Diamond Grade Reflective Aluminum | None | Two ⅜″ holes (one at top, one at bottom) | Y1249-E4K | $92.75 | $91.10 | $89.50 | $86.25 | $84.95 | $82.10 | ||
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36″ Octagon
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| .080″ Engineering Grade Reflective Aluminum | None | Two ⅜″ holes (one at top, one at bottom) | Y1249-E5H | $79.45 | $75.05 | $72.95 | $69.50 | $61.45 | $56.75 | ||
| .080″ High Intensity Prismatic Reflective Aluminum | None | Two ⅜″ holes (one at top, one at bottom) | Y1249-E5J | $115.65 | $108.50 | $105.90 | $99.45 | $95.05 | $81.15 | ||
| .080″ Diamond Grade Reflective Aluminum | None | Two ⅜″ holes (one at top, one at bottom) | Y1249-E5K | $121.50 | $117.20 | $113.15 | $111.35 | $109.50 | $104.95 | ||
Special Freight Arrangement:
Due to the size of this product, freight shipping will be required. You may contact our customer service team for a quote or you can place your order and a customer service representative will contact you about freight shipping charges.
If you would like to use your own freight carrier, please include your freight carrier account in the special instructions box at the bottom of the checkout page before placing your order. A customer service representative will be in contact with you if there are any questions.
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Material Specifications:
Outdoor Durability:
Reflectivity:
Service Temp Range:
Max Recommended
Viewing Distance*
Viewing Distance*
Up To
Please see Size Tab below for more details.
* Under favorable viewing conditions.
* Under favorable viewing conditions.
| Size | Width | Height | Average Text Size |
Max Viewing Distance |
Available Materials | Mounting Holes | Diagram |
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| 12″ Octagon | 12″ | 12″ | 4″ | Up to 100′ |
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N/A | Diagram |
| 18″ Octagon | 18″ | 18″ | 6″ | Up to 150′ |
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Two ⅜″ Holes | Diagram |
| 24″ Octagon | 24″ | 24″ | 8″ | Up to 200′ |
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Two ⅜″ Holes | Diagram |
| 30″ Octagon | 30″ | 30″ | 10″ | Up to 250′ |
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Two ⅜″ Holes | Diagram |
| 36″ Octagon | 36″ | 36″ | 12″ | Up to 300′ |
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Two ⅜″ Holes | Diagram |
The viewing distances listed in this chart reflect the viewing distance for each of the sizes. The Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) does not provide specifics regarding the use of certain text heights at certain distances in order to improve legibility. Instead, the MUTCD has already determined all of the necessary text sizes and merely provides the specifications for various sizes of signs, which in turn all have specific use cases that must be followed in order to help keep drivers safe and aware of important regulations.
It is the responsibility of the end user to follow the guidelines and requirements of the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) in order to provide road users with signs that ensure optimal legibility.
| Material | Thickness | Outdoor Durability | Service Temp. Range | Available Sizes |
Overlaminate |
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Engineering Grade Reflective Vinyl
A durable enclosed lens retro-reflective material permanently adhered to aluminum. It is an economical choice for non-critical traffic signs, safety signs, and emergency related signs. The pattern free face allows for clean graphic imaging. It meets the requirements of ASTM D4956 Type I, and will remain effective for up to 7 years. Resistant to fading and mild chemicals. Clean and dry surface before applying.
Reflectivity:
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6 mils | Up to 7 Years | -10°F - 130°F |
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Engineering Grade Reflective Aluminum
A durable enclosed lens retro-reflective material permanently adhered to aluminum. It is an economical choice for non-critical traffic signs, parking lot signs, and safety signs. The pattern free face allows for clean graphic imaging. It meets the requirements of ASTM D4956 Type I, and will remain effective for up to 7 years. Resistant to fading and mild chemicals.
Reflectivity:
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0.08″ | Up to 7 Years | -10°F - 130°F |
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High Intensity Prismatic Reflective Aluminum
A microprismatic retro-reflective sheeting permanently adhered to aluminum that provides a high level of retroreflectivity, and meets the requirements of ASTM D4956 Type IV. It is 3 to 4 times brighter than standard Engineering Grade sheeting, and will remain effective for up to 10 years.
Reflectivity:
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0.08″ | 7 to 10 Years | -10°F - 130°F |
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Diamond Grade Reflective Aluminum
A high efficiency, microprismatic retro-reflective material permanently adhered to aluminum, designed to be highly visible during the day, at night, and during inclement weather. It has excellent visibility at wide entrance and observation angles, and meets the requirements of ASTM D4956 Type IX. It is 10 times brighter than standard Engineering Grade sheeting, and will remain effective for up to 12 years.
Reflectivity:
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0.08″ | 10+ Years | -10°F - 130°F |
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| None | Engineering Grade | High Intensity Prismatic | Diamond Grade | |
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| ATSM D956 Type | – | Type I | Type IV | Type IX |
| Brightness | – | Standard Material | 3x More | 10x More |
| Night-Time Visibility | – | 500' | 1,000' | 1,500' |
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1) What are the differences between the 3 types of reflectivity?
| Engineering Grade (EG) Type I |
High Intensity (HI) Type IV |
Diamond Grade (DG) Type IX |
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| Ideal Use | Great for parking lots | Most common for roadways | Best choice for roadways |
| Brightness | Standard reflective material | 3X brighter than EG |
10X brighter than EG |
| General Lifespan | 7 years | 10 years | 10 + years |
| Night-time visibility | 500 feet away | 1000 feet away | 1500 feet away |
2) What size sign should I choose?
- 18 x 18" - Used for bicyclist traffic control on bikeways and shared-use paths
- 24 x 24" - Great for parking lots and private roadways
- 30 x 30" - The minimum size required for official street applications
- 36 x 36" - Minimum size for multi-lane approaches and hazardous intersections
3) What height do I need to mount my stop sign?
MOST COMMON APPLICATION
In business, commercial, or residential areas (Fig. A): The minimum height, measured vertically from the bottom of the sign to the top of the curb, or in the absence of curb, measured vertically from the bottom of the sign to the elevation of the near edge of the traveled way, of signs installed at the side of the road where the view of the sign might be obstructed, shall be 7 feet.
Signs installed above sidewalks: The minimum height, measured vertically from the bottom of the sign to the sidewalk, shall be 7 feet.
In rural areas (Fig. B): The minimum height, measured vertically from the bottom of the sign to the elevation of the near edge of the pavement, shall be 5 feet.
Overhead signs (Fig. C): Shall provide a vertical clearance of not less than 17 feet to the sign, light fixture, or sign bridge over the entire width of the pavement and shoulders except where the structure on which the overhead signs are to be mounted or other structures along the roadway near the sign structure have a lesser vertical clearance.
Source: 2009 MUTCD
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Using the latest printing processes, your MUTCD Stop Sign is printed without set-up charges or minimums. These advanced digital processes also reduce set-up times, helping to get your signs shipped out faster than ever. SafetySign.com prints your graphics and text straight onto the substrate. Your UV ink printed text and graphics will not peel, unlike signs from companies that laminate graphics over the material.
Printing Methods
Cross-Hatch Ink Adhesion Test
SafetySign.com’s advanced printing process undergoes a stringent cross-hatching test. This specifically tests the adhesion and resistance to separation of the inks from the sign. In testing, a sample from the printing process is scored and covered in adhesive tape. The tape is removed and the sample assessed for adhesion quality.
We use a three-stage process to test all of our printing processes. We print our signs using only the processes that pass all three stages, giving you the highest quality signage possible.
Fonts
The text is printed in HGCPIXymbols font.
The MUTCD Stop Sign from SafetySign.com uses these fonts because they are used on all signs from the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). These fonts are easy to read in daytime and nighttime conditions, and they are still legible no matter
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