Micro Dots

MicroDots have had a tremendous impact on vehicle professional theft rates wherever theyve been used, and are one of the most significant and effective anti-theft measures so far developed.

MicroDot technology is a very effective form of Whole of Vehicle Marking. It involves spraying thousands of the small dots laser etched with a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), throughout the vehicle. The dots, which are less than 1 mm across, are carried in an adhesive that fluoresces under UV light. Its a simple matter then to identify a treated area and recover one of the dots for viewing under a special magnifier, which reveals the dots number.

Because the dots are spread throughout the vehicle, it is impossible to find and remove every one. This makes it very difficult for a car thief to conceal the vehicles true identity. It also allows usually untraceable parts to be linked to a particular vehicle, thereby aiding in the recovery of stolen components.

MicroDots are used by a number of vehicle manufacturers to enhance the security of their vehicles. They can also be added later, though the aftermarket system uses a Personal Identity Number rather than the vehicles VIN.

MicroDots can be used to secure equipment, tools and household items. They have also been successfully used to secure plants in public gardens against theft.

MicroDots are effective against professional car thieves and those stealing to profit from the vehicle. However to guard against opportunist thieves, a quality vehicle immobiliser should also be fitted. See our information sheet on Vehicle Immobilisers and Alarms for more information.