SaBoFlex Standard Orange – Plastisol Liquid Colour

Product detailed description

SaBoFlex Standard Orange is a concentrated pigment paste for colouring plastisol when making soft-plastic fishing lures. It provides a standard orange tone for whole bodies, bellies, tails, side stripes and contrasting details. This is a colour concentrate designed to be mixed into plastisol – not ready-to-use plastisol, an airbrush colour or a surface coating.

Standard Orange is a basic orange shade. Fluo Gold Orange, Transparent Orange and Transparent Amber are separate shades or product ranges; their properties must not be attributed to Standard Orange. The name alone does not substantiate fluorescence, UV activity or translucency. Always judge the actual appearance from a cooled sample made with your own plastisol.

For colours in the SaBoFlex Standard range, SAF recommends adding them in small increments to plastisol that is already hot and clear. It is difficult to assess the true intensity in a cold, milky-looking base. In clear plastisol at working temperature, you can monitor the change in shade and build the intensity gradually. Prepare the plastisol in accordance with 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 appearance depends on the base plastisol, dose, lure thickness, other additives and lighting. Start with a small amount; a mixture that is too pale can be coloured further, but concentrate that has already been added cannot be removed. For repeatable production, record the amount of plastisol, colour dose and additives used.

Standard Orange can be used for an entire orange body, belly, tail, side stripe or smaller detail. Black or brown creates a darker back, while white or yellow provides a paler adjoining layer. In a small test batch, red can be used for a warmer red-orange shift and brown for a more earthy tone. Gold, copper or holographic high-temperature glitter adds sparkle but does not make the colour fluorescent.

The 50 g option is practical for trying the shade for the first time, making smaller batches or equipping a workshop with a broader palette of colours. The 250 g bottle makes more sense for regular production or repeated use of the same recipe; the greater mass of its contents also makes it easier to shake the whole bottle thoroughly. The concentration and recommended method of use remain the same for both pack sizes.

Storage and packaging appearance

Store the colour upright in its original tightly closed bottle, in a dry place at a stable room temperature and away from direct sunlight. Protect it from frost and significant temperature fluctuations. If the sealed bottle has become cold, allow it to return naturally to room temperature before homogenising the contents. Do not warm it on a radiator, hotplate or in a microwave oven.

Packaging notice: Particularly after transport, a light oily film may appear around the thread or leave a mark on the label, even when the bottle is closed. Provided there is no visible loss of contents, this surface trace does not affect 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 Standard Orange

Is Standard Orange a substitute for Fluo Orange or Transparent Orange?

No. Standard Orange is a basic orange shade, while fluorescent and transparent variants are separately designated products. Their effects must not be attributed to Standard Orange.

When should I use orange for the whole body, and when only as a detail?

Using it for the whole body creates a uniform orange base. A belly, tail, side stripe or tip preserves the other colours and adds orange only to a defined area.

How can I shift Standard Orange towards a warmer or more earthy tone?

In a small test batch, add red drop by drop for a warmer red-orange shift or brown for a more earthy tone. Check the result using a cooled sample.

Which colours create a contrasting laminate with Standard Orange?

Black or brown creates a darker opposing layer, while white or yellow produces a paler combination. Always test the result at the actual lure thickness.

Which glitter can I try with Standard Orange?

Gold and copper complement the warm shade, while holographic glitter adds a multicoloured reflection. Use high-temperature glitter and increase the amount gradually.

Why can orange look different after cooling?

Its appearance is affected by temperature, casting thickness, base plastisol, dosage and lighting. Assess the final recipe only from a cooled drop or casting.

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