Inktek LBX 488888 Red Plastisol Mixing Base – High Opacity Low Cure Screen Printing Ink

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Inktek 48888 LBX Red Plastisol Ink
Inktek 48888 LBX Red Plastisol Ink
Inktek 48888 LBX Red Plastisol Ink
Inktek 48888 LBX Red Plastisol Ink

Inktek LBX 48888 Red is a low-cure plastisol mixing base for warm reds, brand reds, and sports reds. As the warm red anchor of the Inktek LBX Pantone Mixing System, it covers PMS 485, PMS 032, PMS 200, and every warm red and red-orange in between — mixing predictably with all 15 LBX bases to hit Pantone targets by weight. Fully cures at 280°F for safe use on performance fabrics and poly blends.

🔴 Warm Reds & Sports Reds
Brand reds, sports reds, PMS 485 / 032 / 200
🌡️ Low Cure — 280°F
Safer on heat-sensitive performance wear
🎨 Pantone Mixing System
Blends with all 15 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: PCLBX48888
Part of the Inktek LBX Series
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Price range: $39.99 through $479.99

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Description

The Warm Red Standard.

PMS 485. PMS 032. PMS 200. These are the brand reds and sports reds that define some of the most recognizable logos, teams, and marks in the world. Inktek LBX 48888 Red is the warm red anchor of the LBX Pantone Mixing System — a rich, saturated red that covers the entire warm red family from pure red through red-orange and brick. Part of the 15-color system, it combines with Orange, Magenta, Black, and White to hit any warm red Pantone target with precision. Fully cures at 280°F. Use the free formulator at formulator.screenprintsupplies.com for exact ratios.

280°F
Full Cure Temp
15 Colors
LBX Mixing System
86–160
Mesh Count Range
FREE
Pantone Formulator App

Why LBX 48888 Red?

The Warm Red Anchor

LBX Red covers the warm side of the red spectrum — the pure reds, red-oranges, and brick tones that anchor brand identities across sports, retail, and corporate apparel. PMS 485, 032, 200, 1795 — these all start with LBX Red as the dominant base.

Covers Red-Orange to Burgundy

Add LBX Orange to shift toward warm red-orange and brick. Add LBX Black to deepen toward burgundy and maroon. Add LBX White to lighten toward pastel red and dusty rose. The formulator handles every combination.

Low Cure for Performance Fabrics

Full cure at 280°F means safe use on polyester, tri-blends, and athletic wear — the primary substrates for the sports and team apparel market where red brand colors are among the most requested in screen printing.

Consistent Production Printability

Smooth, stable body from 86 to 160 mesh. Doesn’t shift in consistency in a warm pressroom. Flashes cleanly without ghosting — consistent on long runs of sports and brand apparel.

Available Sizes

  • QQuart (32 oz) — Good for adding warm red mixing capability or running smaller brand jobs
  • GGallon (128 oz) — Standard production size for regular Pantone mixing with the warm red family
  • 55-Gallon Pail — High-volume shops with heavy sports, collegiate, and brand red programs

See It in Action

Warm Red Pantone Targets LBX Red Helps You Hit

Process & Brand Reds

PMS 485, 032, 179 — the benchmark brand reds used by major sports leagues, retailers, and global brands. LBX Red is the primary base for all of them.

Sports & Collegiate Red

PMS 200, 201, 186 — the classic athletic red family; mix LBX Red + small amounts of Black to deepen toward cardinal and crimson.

Brick & Warm Red-Orange

PMS 1665, 1675, 7526 — warm brick and terracotta tones; mix LBX Red + LBX Orange for the red-orange and warm earth-red range.

Burgundy & Dark Red

PMS 209, 188, 7421 — deep burgundy and maroon tones; mix LBX Red + LBX Black for the full dark warm-red family.

⚠ Warm Red vs. Cool Red

LBX Red handles warm reds (PMS 485, 032, 200). LBX Magenta handles cool reds (Rhodamine Red, Rubine Red, pinks). Using the wrong base produces an incorrect result. Use the free formulator to determine which base anchors your Pantone target.

⚠ Always Mix by Weight

Red Pantone targets are brand-critical — customers notice when their red is off. Always weigh every component on a gram scale accurate to 0.1g. Mix more than you need to avoid batch variation mid-job.

LBX 48888 Red Is a Pantone Mixing Ink — Not Just a Color

This 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 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. 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 ← You Are Here 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 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 48888 Red — Technical Specifications
Product Name Inktek LBX 48888 Red
SKU PCLBX48888
Ink Type Plastisol (PVC-based), Low Cure
Color Family Red — warm reds, brand reds, sports reds, PMS 485 / 032 / 200
Primary Application Pantone mixing base — brand red, sports red, athletic, collegiate color matching
Recommended Cure Temperature 280°F (138°C) internal ink temp
Recommended Mesh Count 86–160 mesh
Recommended Squeegee 70–80 durometer; standard screen printing squeegee
Mixing System Inktek LBX Pantone Mixing System (15 inter-mixable bases)
Formulator Software formulator.screenprintsupplies.com — free, no login required
Suitable Substrates 100% cotton, polyester, tri-blends, performance wear
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’s the difference between LBX Red and LBX Magenta?

LBX Red anchors warm reds — PMS 485, 032, 200 and similar sports and brand reds. LBX Magenta anchors cool reds and the full pink family — Rhodamine Red, Rubine Red, hot pinks, and fuchsias. For any red Pantone target, the free formulator tells you which base to use. Using the wrong red base produces a result that’s visually off — this is the most common red mixing mistake in screen printing.

Can I print LBX 48888 straight from the container?

Yes — LBX Red is a rich, saturated warm red right out of the container. It works well as a standalone spot color. For exact brand or Pantone matches, use the free formulator to get precise ratios.

Is LBX Red safe on polyester and performance wear?

Yes — full cure at 280°F is safe on polyester, tri-blends, and performance fabrics. This is especially important for the sports and team apparel market where red brand colors are printed on poly-blend jerseys and performance tees every day.

How do I hit PMS 485 precisely?

Use the free formulator at formulator.screenprintsupplies.com. Enter PMS 485 and the tool returns exact gram-weight ratios for each LBX base needed. Weigh on a digital scale accurate to 0.1g, mix thoroughly, do a test print, and confirm the match before running the full job.

Does River City Supply ship same day?

Yes — orders placed before 3:30 PM CT Monday through Friday ship the same day. Free shipping over $200. Call (512) 454-0505 or email [email protected].
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