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.

💡 Fluorescent Brilliance
UV-reactive, ultra-vivid blue finish
🌡️ Low Cure — 280°F
Safer on heat-sensitive performance wear
🎨 Pantone Mixing System
Blends with LBX inks for precise color matching
🖨️ Smooth Printability
Consistent lay-down from fine to medium mesh
⚡ Flash & Stack Ready
Flashes cleanly, no ghosting on platen
🏭 SKU: 98886
Part of the Inktek LBX Series
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Price range: $44.99 through $479.99

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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.

280°F
Full Cure Temp
UV-Reactive
Fluorescent Finish
86–160
Mesh Count Range
FREE
Pantone Formulator App
3 Sizes
Quart · Gallon · 5-Gallon

Why LBX 98886 Fluorescent Blue?

Maximum Visual Impact

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.

Built for the Pantone Mixing System

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.

Low Cure for Performance Fabrics

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.

Clean, Consistent Printability

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

Step 1 — Screen Prep

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.

Step 2 — Print

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.

Step 3 — Flash (If Needed)

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.

Step 4 — Cure at 280°F

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

Best Results On…
  • 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
Keep In Mind…
  • 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

⚠ Don’t Overcure Fluorescents

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.

⚠ Always Underbase on Dark Garments

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

Printers Choice HX Safety Data Sheet

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What makes fluorescent inks different from regular plastisol colors?

Fluorescent inks use special pigments that absorb UV and short-wave visible light and re-emit it as visible light — producing a brightness level that exceeds what standard pigments can achieve. The result is a color that looks lit from within, especially under natural daylight or blacklight. The tradeoff is lower opacity and reduced long-term lightfastness compared to standard plastisols.

Do I need an underbase when printing fluorescent blue on dark garments?

Yes — always. Fluorescent inks are semi-transparent by nature and cannot block a dark substrate on their own. Print a white or gray underbase first, flash it, then print the fluorescent blue on top. Skipping the underbase on a black or dark shirt will result in a muddy, low-contrast print that loses the fluorescent effect entirely.

Can I use LBX 98886 on polyester and performance wear?

Yes — that’s one of the main advantages of the low-cure formula. Full cure at 280°F means you can safely run it on polyester, tri-blends, and athletic wear without scorching or damaging heat-sensitive fabrics. It also reduces dye migration risk on poly garments compared to standard-cure inks.

How do I use this ink in the LBX Pantone Mixing System?

LBX 98886 is a mixing base formulated to combine predictably with other Inktek LBX inks. Weigh your ink components using a digital gram scale and follow the LBX Pantone formula guide for target Pantone matching. Mix thoroughly before printing and make a test print to confirm the match before running the full job.

Why did my fluorescent blue look dull after going through the dryer?

Overcuring is the most common cause of dull fluorescents. If the ink exceeds the target cure temp, the fluorescent pigments degrade and lose vibrancy. Verify your actual internal ink temp with a donut probe — not a surface gun or belt-speed estimate. Target 280°F and don’t go over. Also check that you printed on a white or light base; dark substrates without an underbase will always appear dull.

Will this ink glow under blacklight?

Yes. Fluorescent plastisols are UV-reactive and will glow visibly under blacklight (UV-A). This makes LBX 98886 a popular choice for nightlife, event, and rave apparel. For best blacklight effect, print on a bright white underbase or white garment — the contrast maximizes the glow intensity.

Does River City Supply ship same day?

Yes — orders placed before 3:30 PM CT Monday through Friday ship the same day. Free shipping applies automatically on orders over $200. Call us at (512) 454-0505 or email [email protected] with any questions.
Questions about LBX 98886 or the Pantone Mixing System?

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