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== Characteristics ==
== Characteristics ==
Fluorescent Yellow ink contains no white pigment, making it highly transparent and ideal for overprinting with other inks to create unique and vibrant color combinations. Like all fluorescent inks produced by Riso, it [[Blacklight|glows brightly under blacklight]] due to its phosphorescent properties. This quality makes it a striking choice for posters and other printed materials designed for environments where blacklight is used. The ink's fluorescence is achieved through pigments that absorb ultraviolet (UV) light and re-emit it as visible light, enhancing its vivid and luminous appearance.
Fluorescent Yellow ink is somewhat opaque, which can make it challenging to overprint with other inks. As [[Fluorescent_Yellow#Printing_tips|noted below]], it is best if printed last. Like all fluorescent inks produced by Riso, it [[Blacklight|glows brightly under blacklight]] due to its phosphorescent properties. This quality makes it a striking choice for posters and other printed materials designed for environments where blacklight is used. The ink's fluorescence is achieved through pigments that absorb ultraviolet (UV) light and re-emit it as visible light, enhancing its vivid and luminous appearance.


==Ingredients==  
==Ingredients==  
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| [[Water]] || 7732-18-5 || 231-791-2 || Not classified || Trade secret
| [[Water]] || 7732-18-5 || 231-791-2 || Not classified || Trade secret
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Ingredients provided by the [[Riso UK]] [[material safety data sheet]]<ref>https://www.riso.co.uk/sds/2023/RG/RFI026E-03.pdf</ref>


== Availability ==
== Availability ==
Because Riso has chosen not to distribute its new fluorescent inks in [[North America]], these inks are difficult to obtain in the Western Hemisphere, as all distribution for North and [[South America]] is centralized in the [[United States]]. It is widely available throughout Riso's other core markets, like Asia and [[Europe]]. [[File:Fluorescent Yellow promo ink sample.jpg|alt=Fluorescent Yellow print sample |thumb|Print sample presented by Riso Benelux staff at Magical Riso 2016.]]
Because Riso has chosen not to distribute its new fluorescent inks in [[North America]], these inks are difficult to obtain in the Western Hemisphere, as all distribution for North and [[South America]] is centralized in the [[United States]]. It is widely available throughout Riso's other core markets, like Asia and [[Europe]].
 
== History ==
== History ==
Released in 2017, preview ink samples of Fluorescent Yellow, {{Ink chip|Fluorescent Green}}, and {{Ink chip|Fluorescent Red}}  were presented by [[Riso Benelux]] marketing staff at the [[Magical Riso|Magical Riso symposium]] in late 2016.  
Released in 2017, preview ink samples of Fluorescent Yellow, {{Ink chip|Fluorescent Green}}, and {{Ink chip|Fluorescent Red}}  were presented by [[Riso Benelux]] marketing staff at the [[Magical Riso|Magical Riso symposium]] in late 2016.
 
==Examples in print==
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="300" heights="300">
File:Fluorescent Yellow promo ink sample.jpg|alt=Fluorescent Yellow print sample|Print sample presented by Riso Benelux staff at Magical Riso 2016.
File:Fluorescent Yellow Borealis Postcard.webp|alt=Fluorescent Yellow print sample|Fluorescent Yellow under blacklight, printed by [[Pamflett]].
 
</gallery>


== Printing Tips ==
== Printing tips ==
Riso's fluorescent inks are tackier and slower to dry compared to standard Riso inks, requiring thoughtful planning of the print order and design. Fluorescent Yellow ink, in particular, can clog the perforations in stencils, preventing subsequent colors from printing effectively. For this reason, it is recommended to use fluorescent inks as the final layer in the print sequence whenever possible.
Riso's fluorescent inks are tackier and slower to dry compared to standard Riso inks, requiring thoughtful planning of the print order and design. Fluorescent Yellow ink, in particular, can clog the perforations in stencils, preventing subsequent colors from printing effectively. For this reason, it is recommended to use fluorescent inks as the final layer in the print sequence whenever possible.
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Latest revision as of 17:23, 19 December 2024

Fluorescent Yellow
蛍光イエロー
Color coordinates
Hex#F7FF00
RGB(247, 255, 0)
CMYK(3, 0, 100, 0)
CIELab*(97, -19, 51)
Pantone803 U
Ink information
Brand
Series Custom
Product number(s)
Z-TypeS-7761

Fluorescent Yellow is a vibrant, high-visibility ink used in risograph printing, known for its bold, luminous quality and unique visual impact. a Custom series ink manufactured by the Riso Kagaku Corporation.

Characteristics

Fluorescent Yellow ink is somewhat opaque, which can make it challenging to overprint with other inks. As noted below, it is best if printed last. Like all fluorescent inks produced by Riso, it glows brightly under blacklight due to its phosphorescent properties. This quality makes it a striking choice for posters and other printed materials designed for environments where blacklight is used. The ink's fluorescence is achieved through pigments that absorb ultraviolet (UV) light and re-emit it as visible light, enhancing its vivid and luminous appearance.

Ingredients

Ingredient Name CAS No. EINECS No. Classification (EC 1272/2008) wt%
Glycerol 56-81-5 200-289-5 Not classified 0–10
Petroleum solvent 74869-22-0
64742-47-8
278-012-2
926-141-6
Not classified
Asp. Tox. 1; H304
0–5
Pigment Trade secret Trade secret Not classified Trade secret
Alkyd resin Trade secret Not applicable Not classified Trade secret
Water 7732-18-5 231-791-2 Not classified Trade secret

Ingredients provided by the Riso UK material safety data sheet[1]

Availability

Because Riso has chosen not to distribute its new fluorescent inks in North America, these inks are difficult to obtain in the Western Hemisphere, as all distribution for North and South America is centralized in the United States. It is widely available throughout Riso's other core markets, like Asia and Europe.

History

Released in 2017, preview ink samples of Fluorescent Yellow, Fluorescent Green, and Fluorescent Red were presented by Riso Benelux marketing staff at the Magical Riso symposium in late 2016.

Examples in print

Printing tips

Riso's fluorescent inks are tackier and slower to dry compared to standard Riso inks, requiring thoughtful planning of the print order and design. Fluorescent Yellow ink, in particular, can clog the perforations in stencils, preventing subsequent colors from printing effectively. For this reason, it is recommended to use fluorescent inks as the final layer in the print sequence whenever possible.