DayGlo Aurora Pink (Z-11)

Z/ZQ® Series are fluorescent pigments for low plateout, olefin applications. Z and ZQ® pigments are produced in a thermoplastic polyamide resin.

Functions: Pigment, Pigment

Pigment Type: Fluorescent, Inorganic Pigments

Color: Pink (Fluorescent)

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Acrylics, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), Ionomer Resins, Poly(Methyl Methacrylate) (PMMA), Polyamides, Polycarbonates (PC), Polyethylenes (PE), Polypropylenes (PP), Polystyrenes (PS), Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

Processing Methods: Rotational Molding

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Identification & Functionality

CI Number
CASE Ingredients Functions
Plastics & Elastomers Functions

Features & Benefits

Product Highlights

DayGlo Z Pigments, because of their good heat stability and smaller particle size (10-12microns), are recommended for plastics applications where dispersion is important (rotational molding is a good lowshear example that would benefit from a smaller particle size). They also offer good tinctorial strength and bright shades.

Applications & Uses

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods
Applications

Polyethylene +

PA (Nylon) +/-

Polypropylene+

Polycarbonate +/-

Polystyrene +

PMMA (Polyacrylic) +/-

ABS +/-

Rigid PVC +/-

Ionomer +/-

Urethane +/-

+ Recommended +/- Recommended, but should be tested in individual resins

Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Average Particle Size12-Octmicrons
Grindmin. 4Hegman Gage
Heat Stability575 (300)ºF (ºC)
Processing Temperaturemin. 370 (190)°F (°C)
Softening Point275 - 310 (135 - 155)°F (°C)
Specific Gravity1.14

Regulatory & Compliance

Technical Details & Test Data

Chemical Nature & Dispersion Properties

DayGlo Z Pigments are a solid solution of fluorescent dyes in a thermoplastic polyamide resin. To ensure complete development of the fluorescent color effect, the Z Pigments must be completely melted and evenly distributed throughout the plastic system. The recommended minimum processing temperature is 370ºF (190ºC).

Additives

Certain metal ions and nucleated polymers are known to cause color changes and loss of brightness with fluorescent colorants. Studies have shown that plastic processing additives containing "free" zinc, magnesium, calcium and iron will cause deleterious color effects when used in conjunction with Z Pigments. If a metal containing additive must be used, it should be thoroughly tested to ensure the color stability of the Z Pigments. Also, refer to Technical Bulletin, "Effects of Metal Ions on Fluorescent Colorants in Plastics".

Heat Stability

The heat stability of Z Pigments was tested on a four ounce injection molding machine. The maximum recommended processing temperature of Z Pigments is 575ºF (300ºC).

Safety & Health

Toxicity

Toxicity tests have been conducted on Z Pigments with the following results:

Acute Oral Toxicity LD50 >15.38 g/kg
Acute Dermal Toxicity LD50 >3.00 g/kg
Acute Dust Inhalation LC50 Air 4 Hrs. = 2.88 mg/l
Eye Irritation Mildly Irritating

DayGlo fluorescent pigments are organic compounds which are formulated without heavy metals.