SaBoFlex Bee Larvae – Plastisol Liquid Colour

Product detailed description

SaBoFlex Bee Larvae is a concentrated pigment paste for colouring plastisol when making soft-plastic fishing lures. It produces a muted creamy-yellow shade with a subtle olive cast and is a good choice when you want a softer, more natural base instead of a clean, high-visibility yellow. This is a colour concentrate designed to be mixed into plastisol – not ready-to-use plastisol, an airbrush paint or a surface coating.

The name Bee Larvae refers to its pale larval colour character. In the workshop, the shade lends itself to larvae, worms and other small aquatic or terrestrial insect patterns, a light lure belly or a calmer layer in a laminate with a darker back. The concentrate in the bottle is not an exact colour sample of the finished lure. The result also depends on the colour dose, the base plastisol, the thickness of the casting, other additives and the lighting conditions.

Bee Larvae is not the same as a clean Standard Yellow, a high-visibility Fluo Yellow or Chartreuse, or a metallic or pearlescent colour. It contains no metallic nano-glitter and is neither UV-active nor fluorescent. Without a product-specific technical data sheet, we also do not assign it a particular level of opacity or transparency. A cooled test sample made with your own plastisol is always the most reliable reference.

For this colour, SAF recommends adding small amounts to plastisol that is already hot and clear. Colour intensity is difficult to judge in a cold, milky-looking base. Once the plastisol has reached its clear working state, you can see the change after each addition and build the shade gradually. Always prepare the plastisol according to its manufacturer's temperature and safety instructions and do not overheat it.

We do not specify a fixed number of drops per 100 g. Drop size varies with the dispensing nozzle, while the finished shade also depends on the particular plastisol and the thickness of the lure. Start with a small amount: a light mixture can be intensified, but colour concentrate that has already been added cannot be removed. For repeatable results, record the weight of plastisol, the colour dose and all other additives used.

Used on its own, Bee Larvae is suitable for subtle larval and creamy colour patterns. In a laminated lure, it can form a light belly beneath a darker brown, olive, green or black back. It can also be used as a soft transition between stronger layers. Suitable heat-resistant gold, copper or silver glitter can change the overall character further, but test every new combination in a small trial batch first.

The 50 g option is practical for trying the shade for the first time, making smaller batches or equipping a workshop that uses several colours. The 250 g bottle makes more sense for regular production or repeated use of the same recipe, offers better value per gram and is easier to homogenise by shaking because of the greater mass of its contents. The concentration and the plastisol-colouring method remain the same for both pack sizes.

Storage and packaging appearance

The pigment paste and base plastisol are not the same material and should not be treated identically in storage. In SAF workshop experience, Bee Larvae remains easier to work with in cooler conditions than plastisol itself, but the manufacturer does not publish an exact minimum storage temperature. The colour should therefore not be regarded as frost-resistant. Store it upright, tightly closed and dry at a stable room temperature, away from direct sunlight, heat sources and frost. If the sealed bottle has become cold, allow it to return naturally to room temperature before opening, then shake it thoroughly. Do not warm it on a radiator, hot plate or in a microwave oven.

Packaging notice: Especially after transport, a light oily film may appear around the thread or leave a mark on the label, even when the bottle is closed. If there is no visible loss of contents, this surface trace does not affect the use of the colour; we apologise for any marking of the label. After dosing, wipe the bottle neck and thread, retighten the cap firmly and store the bottle upright, ideally in a washable tray or sealed bag.

Frequently asked questions about SaBoFlex Bee Larvae

Should Bee Larvae be added to cold or hot plastisol?

For this pigment paste, SAF recommends dosing into hot plastisol that has reached its clear working state. Stir slowly after each small addition; this allows you to see the change in intensity without the distortion caused by a cold, milky-looking base. Always follow the specific instructions supplied with other brands and types of colourant.

What will the finished lure look like?

Bee Larvae produces a muted creamy-yellow to slightly olive natural shade. A small dose gives a more delicate tint, while a larger dose creates a fuller colour. The appearance changes with the plastisol, lure thickness, additives and lighting, so a cooled test casting – rather than the colour in the bottle – is the best guide to the final result.

What is the Bee Larvae shade suitable for?

It is suitable for pale larval and insect patterns, creamy single-colour lures, light bellies and natural multi-layer combinations. It is not a ready-made universal recipe; test the intended application, contrast and colour dose in a small batch first.

How much colour should I use per 100 g of plastisol?

No single universal ratio has been published for Bee Larvae. Start with a small amount, stir thoroughly after each addition and assess the shade on a cooled sample. Once you achieve the desired result, record the exact weight of plastisol and the colour dose for your next batch.

Can I combine Bee Larvae with other colours or glitter?

Yes. During your own testing, it can be used in a laminate with darker natural colours or combined with suitable heat-resistant glitter. Establish the base colour first, then add the other visual-effect ingredients and test every new combination in a small trial batch.

Does Bee Larvae contain a fluorescent, UV or metallic effect?

No. Bee Larvae contains no metallic nano-glitter and is neither UV-active nor fluorescent. It is a muted natural shade. Without a product-specific technical data sheet, we do not define a particular level of opacity or transparency; check this on a cooled test casting made with your chosen plastisol.

How should I store Bee Larvae, and what does an oily mark on the label mean?

Store the bottle upright, tightly closed and dry at a stable room temperature, protected from frost. If it has become very cold, leave it sealed and allow it to return naturally to room temperature, then mix the contents thoroughly again. With this type of pigment paste, a light oily film may appear around the thread or leave a surface mark on the label, especially after transport. If there is no visible loss of contents, this trace does not affect the use of the colour.

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