Silver Pearlescent Aqueous Pigment Dispersion for Making Waterborne Paint
Rublev Colours Silver Pearlescent Dispersion consists of mica coated with titanium dioxide. This pigment is FDA-approved. The thickness and the coarseness of the particle determine the sparkle of the pigment, resulting in a metallic silver appearance.
Rublev Colours Silver Pearlescent Dispersion
Source
Mica pearlescent pigments are synthetic pigments manufactured from mica, titanium dioxide, and metal oxides.
Pearlescent Pigments are Affected by Background
Due to their inherent transparency, the color of pearlescent pigments can be affected by the color of the material over which they are applied. On a white background, the transmission color can be seen at all angles, and the interference color is not apparent. When it is on a black or dark substrate, the transmission color is adsorbed by the substrate, and the interference color is strong and bright at the specular angle. At the specular angle, the interference color is observed. At diffuse angles, the complementary color of that interference color is seen because the light is transmitted through the film.
Permanence and Compatibility
Mica pearlescent pigments are synthetic pigments of varying colors that have not been rated for lightfastness according to the artist materials standards of the American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM International) but are considered to be extremely lightfast. Mica pearlescent pigments are compatible with all pigments, resist acids and alkalis, and withstand high temperatures.
Oil Absorption and Grinding
Pearlescent pigments absorb a high amount of oil (65 to 100 grams per 100 grams of pigment), which may slow the drying of oil paint. Hence, they make a moderate to slow-drying oil color. They disperse well in both oil—and water-based paints and are easier to mull due to their large particle size.
Toxicity
Pearlescent pigments are not considered toxic, but care should be taken when handling the pigment to avoid inhaling powder.
Read More About Pearlescent Pigments
Learn how pearlescent pigments work in the article, Pearlescent Pigments—How They Work.
| Pigment Information | |
| Color: | Silver White |
| Luster: | Glittery |
| Particle Size: | 10–125 microns |
| Titanium Dioxide Type: | Anatase |
| Titanium Dioxide Content: | 11–21% |
| Mica Content: | 79–89% |
| ASTM Lightfastness Rating | |
| Acrylic: | Not Listed |
| Oil: | Not Listed |
| Watercolor: | Not Listed |
| Properties | |
| Density: | 2.6–3.2 g/cm2 |
| Bulk Density: | 12–16 g/cm2 |
| Oil Absorption: | 65–100 g oil / 100 g pigment |
| Particle Size: | 10–125 microns |
| pH Range: | 6–11 |
| Heat Stability: | 1470°F (800°C) |
| SKU | 295-15 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Rublev Colours |
| Vendor | Rublev Colours |
| Processing Time | Orders ship on Tuesdays and Thursdays. |
| Color | White |
| Pigment Type | Inorganic, Synthetic |
Health & Safety: There are no acute or known chronic health hazards with the anticipated use of this product (most chemicals are not thoroughly tested for chronic toxicity). Protect yourself against potentially unknown chronic hazards of this and other chemical products by avoiding ingestion, excessive skin contact, and inhaling spraying mists, sanding dust, and concentrated vapors from heating. Contact us for further information or consult the SDS for more information. Conforms to ASTM D-4236.
