UVB Ink Base and the Power of Performance
- Jan 27
- 2 min read
Updated: Jan 29
Brilliant’s UVB Ink Base Series isn’t new, but it’s definitely something worth discovering if you haven’t already.
Designed for high-performance printing in 100% reactive UV-curable lithographic and flexographic systems, UVB was developed with a very specific objective: to offer unmatched color strength, formulation flexibility, and vibrant, high-impact color for UV printing professionals who need reliable, efficient results without compromise.
What sets UVB apart?
Extra Strength, No Trade-Offs
UVB is a paste pigment concentrate that packs serious punch. Its high color strength allows for lower letdown in the final formula, reducing formulation complexity while maximizing stability and impact on press.
Formulation Freedom
UVB’s base shades: Chartreuse, Pink, Magenta, and Invisible Blue are highly blendable, giving ink formulators the freedom to create custom hues across the fluorescent spectrum. Unlike traditional fluorescents, the blending of UVB series will not impact cleanliness and brightness of shade, so whether you need a bold red or a high-vis green, UVB can get you there with ease. This excellent blendability allows the user to hold reduced inventory without compromising on the spectrum of shades that can be produced.
Proven Physical Properties
0 NPIRI grind: Smooth and highly dispersible
Thermoplastic at 40% concentration
Laray viscosity: 7–8 seconds for litho, 1–2 seconds for flexo at 77°F
This base is built for production and for printers who want vivid results without finicky press behavior.
Practical Considerations
We’ll be the first to tell you: high color strength means a little goes a long way, and it also means taking care during cleanup. Immediate post-run maintenance with proper solvent will help prevent blanket staining. It is a small trade-off for high-impact print quality.
Why UVB?
Many customers are optimizing for stronger, faster, more efficient inks that still deliver the fluorescent pop that defines their brand, and UVB delivers.
Whether you're producing security graphics, specialty packaging, or attention-demanding promotional prints, UVB gives you the tools to create color that refuses to be ignored.
We think it’s time UVB got the attention it deserves. And if you’re ready to get your hands on a product that combines fluorescent performance with production practicality, let’s talk.
Need samples? Formulation guidance? Want to color match a specific fluorescent shade? We’re here for that.