Inktek LBX 78886 Fluorescent Blue Plastisol Ink – Low Cure Pantone Mixing Ink for Screen Printing
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Inktek LBX 98886 Fluorescent Blue is a low-cure plastisol ink formulated for high-visibility, eye-catching results on light and dark garments. Part of the Inktek LBX Pantone Mixing System, this fluorescent blue delivers an intensely vivid, UV-reactive finish that jumps off the shirt — and mixes predictably with other LBX inks to hit precise Pantone targets.
UV-reactive, ultra-vivid blue finish
Safer on heat-sensitive performance wear
Blends with LBX inks for precise color matching
Consistent lay-down from fine to medium mesh
Flashes cleanly, no ghosting on platen
Part of the Inktek LBX Series
Price range: $44.99 through $479.99
Description
Fluorescent. Precise. Low Cure.
When your customer wants a blue that screams off the shirt, Inktek LBX 98886 Fluorescent Blue delivers. Engineered as part of the LBX Pantone Mixing System, it hits with maximum vibrancy straight from the container — and mixes predictably when you need to dial in a specific Pantone neon or vivid blue target. Low-cure formula means it fully cures at 280°F, making it a safe choice for performance fabrics and poly blends that can’t handle standard cure temps.
Why LBX 98886 Fluorescent Blue?
Fluorescent pigments absorb UV light and re-emit it as visible light, producing a glow that standard pigments simply can’t match. On white and light garments especially, 98886 creates a blue that looks electric under natural light and explodes under blacklight.
LBX 98886 is a mixing base — not just a straight color. It’s formulated to behave predictably when combined with other LBX inks, giving you repeatable, measurable results when matching fluorescent Pantone targets run to run.
Full cure at 280°F means you can safely run fluorescent blue on polyester, tri-blends, and athletic wear without scorching the fabric or melting heat-sensitive treatments. Lower cure temps also reduce dye migration risk on poly garments.
Smooth body that holds detail through 86–160 mesh. Flashes quickly without ghosting or sticking to the platen. Whether you’re hitting a spot color or running it as part of a multi-color fluorescent job, it stays consistent across the full run.
Available Sizes
- QQuart (32 oz) — Great for shops testing fluorescent colors or running smaller accent jobs
- GGallon (128 oz) — The go-to size for regular fluorescent production and Pantone mixing work
- 55-Gallon Pail — High-volume contract shops running neon and fluorescent programs at scale
See It in Action
Printing with LBX 98886 Fluorescent Blue
Use 110–160 mesh for spot color work. Thicker stencil EOM gives you a richer ink deposit and more saturated fluorescent pop — especially important on darker garments over an underbase.
Print wet-on-white or wet-on-flashed underbase. Use a 70–75 durometer squeegee at moderate pressure. Fluorescent inks are thinner-bodied by nature — avoid over-squeegeeing to maintain deposit thickness.
Flash to dry-to-touch before printing additional colors. Keep flash times short — fluorescent pigments are sensitive to prolonged heat exposure, which can reduce color intensity.
Full cure at 280°F internal ink temp. Use a donut probe or thermocouple — do not rely on belt speed alone. Overcuring fluorescent inks will dull the color, so dial in your dryer carefully.
Best Substrates for Fluorescent Blue
- White and light-colored 100% cotton tees
- White polyester and performance wear (low-cure safe)
- Light tri-blend fabrics
- Over a properly flashed white or gray underbase on dark garments
- Fluorescent pigments have lower lightfastness than standard pigments — inform customers who need long-term UV exposure durability
- Always use an underbase on dark garments — fluorescent colors are transparent-leaning and will not block the substrate
- Avoid mixing with opaque whites, which can kill fluorescent intensity
LBX Fluorescent Blue vs. Standard Blue Plastisol
| Feature | Inktek LBX 98886 Fluorescent Blue | Standard Blue Plastisol |
|---|---|---|
| Visual Impact | Fluorescent / UV-Reactive | Standard Chroma |
| Cure Temperature | 280°F (Low Cure) | 320°F (Typical) |
| Pantone Mixing System | ✔ LBX Mixing Base | Varies by Brand |
| Safe for Performance / Poly Fabrics | ✔ Yes | Risk of Scorching |
| Blacklight / UV Glow | ✔ Yes | No |
| Opacity (No Underbase) | Low — Requires Underbase on Dark | Moderate–High |
Exceeding cure temp dulls fluorescent pigments noticeably. Run your dryer at the lowest temp that achieves a full cure — 280°F internal is the target. Use a donut probe, not just a surface gun, to verify actual ink temp.
Fluorescent inks are semi-transparent by nature. On any garment darker than a light gray, you must print a white or gray underbase first. Without it, the substrate color bleeds through and kills the fluorescent effect entirely.
LBX 98886 Is a Pantone Mixing Ink — Not Just a Color
This isn’t a shelf color you mix by eye. LBX Flo Blue is an engineered mixing base — one of 15 fully inter-mixable LBX inks designed to hit specific Pantone targets by weight. Use the free LBX Pantone Color Formulator to get exact gram-weight mix ratios for any Pantone color instantly. No guessing. No waste. Repeatable run after run.
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Complete Inktek LBX Plastisol Mixing Color System
The LBX system includes 15 fully inter-mixable colors — 10 standard bases and 5 fluorescent bases. Every color works with every other. Use the free LBX Pantone Color Formulator to get exact mix ratios by weight for any Pantone color instantly.
| Color | SKU | Role in the System |
|---|---|---|
| LBX White | PCLBX11888 | Tint base, pastels, underbases — the most-used base in the system |
| LBX Black | PCLBX19888 | Neutral shading, dark and muted Pantone formulas, earth tones |
| LBX Orange | PCLBX38888 | Sports oranges, warm spectrum bridge between red and yellow |
| LBX Red | PCLBX48888 | Warm reds — brand reds, sports reds, PMS 485 / 032 / 200 |
| LBX Magenta | PCLBX48889 | Cool reds and pinks — Rhodamine Red, Rubine Red, the full pink family |
| LBX Violet | PCLBX58888 | Purple anchor — collegiate purples, brand violets, lavenders |
| LBX Marine | PCLBX68888 | Deep navy anchor — PMS 289 / 281 / 295 and the full dark blue family |
| LBX Blue | PCLBX68889 | Bright blues — sky blue, Carolina blue, royal blue, process blue |
| LBX Green | PCLBX78888 | Kelly green, forest, olive, teal bridge — the most versatile base |
| LBX Yellow | PCLBX88888 | Athletic golds, school yellows, warm spectrum bridge to orange and green |
| LBX Flo Pink FLUOR. | PCLBX98880 | Neon hot pink — festival, concert, and athletic apparel |
| LBX Flo Red FLUOR. | PCLBX98884 | Fluorescent safety orange-red — hi-vis apparel and warm accent colors |
| LBX Flo Purple FLUOR. | PCLBX98885 | Electric neon purple — concert and festival merchandise |
| LBX Flo Blue ← You Are Here FLUOR. | PCLBX98886 | Electric neon blue — athletic programs, concert merch, neon teal mixing |
| LBX Flo Yellow FLUOR. | PCLBX98888 | Safety hi-vis yellow and neon lime-green — the most visible color in the spectrum |
| LBX Complete Kit ALL 15 COLORS | LBX-KIT | All 15 LBX bases in one kit — everything you need to mix any Pantone color |
All 15 LBX colors are fully inter-mixable · Low cure from 280°F · Non-phthalate · Available in quart, gallon, and 5-gallon · Browse all LBX colors →
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Technical Specifications
| Inktek LBX 98886 Fluorescent Blue — Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Inktek LBX 98886 Fluorescent Blue |
| SKU | 98886 |
| Ink Type | Plastisol (PVC-based), Low Cure |
| Color Family | Fluorescent Blue |
| Primary Application | Spot color, Pantone mixing base, fluorescent accent |
| Recommended Cure Temperature | 280°F (138°C) internal ink temp |
| Recommended Mesh Count | 86–160 mesh |
| Recommended Squeegee | 70–75 durometer; avoid heavy pressure |
| Opacity | Low–Medium (semi-transparent; underbase required on dark garments) |
| UV / Blacklight Reactive | Yes — fluorescent pigment, UV-reactive finish |
| Suitable Substrates | 100% cotton, polyester, tri-blends, performance wear |
| Mixing System | Inktek LBX Pantone Mixing System |
| Available Sizes | Quart (32 oz), Gallon (128 oz), 5-Gallon Pail |
| Shelf Life | 2 years from manufacture date (sealed, room temp storage) |
| Storage | Cool, dry location; keep away from heat and direct sunlight |
| Brand | Inktek |
| Distributor | River City Supply — screenprintsupplies.com |
Technical Sheets / Safety Data Sheets / Documents
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