EVERYGLOW® WLBG Series Yellow green waterproof photoluminescent pigment

Overview

EVERYGLOW® Yellow-Green Waterproof Photoluminescent Pigment represents the pinnacle of long-afterglow technology, engineered specifically to overcome the moisture-vulnerability of standard luminous materials.

Standard strontium aluminate crystals naturally hydrolyze (react and break down) when exposed to moisture, causing them to lose their glow. This advanced grade features a nano-scale, water-resistant protective coating encapsulation encapsulating each crystal particle. This microscopic barrier isolates the pigment from water molecules, preventing gelation and chemical degradation while maintaining exceptional optical clarity, peak brightness, and a prolonged decay time.

In daylight, the powder appears as a clean, light yellowish-white. In darkness, it emits an intense, high-visibility yellow-green glow ( $520\text{ nm}$ ) that can last for over 12 hours depending on excitation levels.

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Core Features & Advantages

Advanced Waterproof Encapsulation: Specially surface-treated to guarantee long-term stability in water-based coatings, acrylic emulsions, and humid outdoor environments without caking or degrading.
Industry-Leading Luminescence: Delivers an exceptionally high initial brightness and a long afterglow period that easily satisfies international life safety standards (such as DIN 67510).
Eco-Friendly & Safe: Nicht toxisch, nicht-radioaktive, and chemically inert. Free of harmful heavy metals, making it safe for both consumer and industrial applications.
Extreme Thermal & Chemical Resistance: Stable under processing temperatures reaching up to $250^\circ\text{C}$ to $300^\circ\text{C}$ , making it highly compatible with plastic extrusion and masterbatch manufacturing.

Technische Daten

Parameter	Performance Profile WLBG Yellow-green Waterproof series
Daytime Color	Light yellowish-white / pale green-white
Glow Color	Intense Yellow-Green (Peak emission $\sim 520\text{ nm}$ )
Excitation Wavelength	$200\text{ nm} - 450\text{ nm}$ (Sunlight, UV-Licht, fluorescent light)
Particle Size Distribution ( $D_{50}$ )	Available in standard fractions (10 $25-35\ \mu\text{m}$ $45-55\ \mu\text{m}$ , or customized ultra-fine grades)
pH Value	$7.0 - 8.5$ (In aqueous dispersion)
Weather/UV Resistance	Excellent; stable against photobleaching during prolonged outdoor exposure

Typical Applications

This waterproof grade expands the possibilities of luminescent design into mediums where moisture was previously a barrier:

Water-Based Inks & Paint Systems: Ideal for eco-friendly, low-VOC water-based acrylics, screen printing inks, body paint and textile pastes.
Outdoor Infrastructure & Roadways: Used in photoluminescent road markings, highway guidance lines, pathway gravel coatings, and concrete aggregates.
Safety & Marine Evacuation Signage: Crucial for outdoor emergency route indicators, maritime vessel exit paths, and fire protection signs exposed to high humidity or wet environments.
Industrial Plastics & Cast Resins: Perfectly suited for injection-molded safety gear, glow-in-the-dark silicone bands, and outdoor epoxy casting.

Processing Guide: When mixing into water-based mediums, add the pigment during the final stage of formulation using low-speed, gentle mechanical stirring. Avoid high-shear ball milling or intensive grinding, which can scratch or strip away the nano-scale waterproof coating and expose the raw strontium aluminate to moisture.

Usage Instructions

Binding Medium: Always use a transparent binder. Opaque or tinted mediums will block the passage of light, drastically reducing the glow effect.
The White Base Rule: For optimal results, apply the pigment mixture over a pure white background. A dark background will absorb the emitted light, decreasing visibility.
Mixing Ratio: A weight ratio of 15% to 30% pigment to binder is recommended, depending on the desired intensity.
Mixing Method: Do not grind the pigment! Gently stir by hand or use a low-speed mixer to avoid damaging the crystalline structure of the particles.

Safety and Handling

The product is safe for end-users and is non-toxic.
Store in a cool, dry place; keep away from moisture to prevent clumping.
It is recommended to use a dust mask and gloves when handling the fine powder to avoid respiratory irritation.

Häufig gestellte Fragen:

What makes EVERYGLOW Yellow-Green Waterproof Photoluminescent Pigment different from standard luminous materials?

EVERYGLOW Yellow-Green Waterproof Photoluminescent Pigment features a nano-scale water-resistant protective coating encapsulating each crystal particle, protecting it from moisture and preventing hydrolysis, gelation, and degradation while maintaining high brightness and long afterglow.

What is the glow color and how long does it last?

In darkness the pigment emits an intense yellow-green glow with a peak emission around 520 nm and can last for over 12 hours depending on excitation levels.

How should I incorporate this pigment into water-based inks, Farben, or coatings?

When mixing into water-based mediums, add the pigment during the final stage of formulation using low-speed, gentle mechanical stirring and avoid high-shear milling to prevent damage to the protective coating.

What are the safety and handling guidelines for this pigment?

The product is non-toxic and safe for end-users. Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture, and use a dust mask and gloves when handling the fine powder to avoid respiratory irritation.

What are common applications for this waterproof glow pigment?

Common applications include water-based inks and paints, outdoor infrastructure and roadways, safety and marine evacuation signage, and industrial plastics and cast resins where moisture exposure was previously a barrier.

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