Glow in the Dark Powder
Our photoluminescent pigments glows naturally in the dark and react to UV black lights.
Ultra Glow Powder: Choose from 15 unique colors with the longest and most vivid glow for a medium size particle of around 50 microns. It is made from the highest quality strontium aluminate doped with europium and dysprosium. Popular applications include making glow-in-the-dark paint and resin epoxies.
Standard Glow Powder: A low-cost option that should not be overlooked for quality. The primary colors are available in 35 and 85 microns. Popular applications include glow-in-the-dark nails, fishing jigs, or school projects.
Specialty Glow Powder: Fine, coarse, and rare pigments. Very fine 15-micron pigment for airbrushing. Extra large 100 to 500 microns with up to a 40-hour glow time. Perfect for coating anti-slip floors or finishing glasswork that requires a high-temperature resistance. Also available are rare calcium sulfide, yttrium oxide, and zinc sulfide pigments.
Application instructions and other information are available at the end of this page.
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Specialty Glow 35 Microns
Green Glow in the Dark & UV Powder - Zinc Sulfide
TechnoGlow
$4.50 - $125.00The first generation of glow powder zinc sulfide has been widely used for many decades from making glow in the dark toys, novelties, body paint, soaps etc. It has a quick charge under any UV light source and glows for just under an hour. It can be...PZ3-GRN-S$4.50 - $125.00 -
Specialty Glow 35 Microns
Orange Glow in the Dark & UV Powder - Zinc Sulfide
TechnoGlow
$4.50 - $125.00The first generation of glow pigment zinc sulfide has been widely used for many decades from making glow in the dark toys, novelties, body paint, soaps etc. It has a quick charge under any UV light source and glows for just under an hour. It can be...PZ3-ORE-S$4.50 - $125.00 -
Specialty Glow 35 Microns
Lemon Glow in the Dark & UV Powder - Zinc Sulfide
TechnoGlow
$4.50 - $125.00The first generation of glow pigment zinc sulfide has been widely used for many decades from making glow in the dark toys, novelties, body paint, soaps etc. It has a quick charge under any UV light source and glows for just under an hour. It can be...PZ3-LMN-S$4.50 - $125.00
How to Use Glow-in-the-Dark Powder
Everything you need to know about mixing photoluminescent pigment for stunning results
Key Guidelines
Mixing Ratios
| Ratio | Proportion | Example |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | 1 : 5 | 1 oz powder to 5 fl oz clear medium |
| 25% Recommended | 1 : 4 | 1 oz powder to 4 fl oz clear medium |
| 33% | 1 : 3 | 30 g powder to 90 ml clear medium |
Application Methods
Resin & Epoxy
The 25% ratio works well. Pigment settles to the bottom, leaving a nice clear top that can be sanded and buffed. Most clear resins won't block light, enhancing the glow.
Heat & Dip Powder Paint
Mix 1 oz glow powder with 2 oz clear powder paint and shake thoroughly. Heat the jig, dip 2–3 times. For brighter results, first dip into a white powder coat base.
General Applications
Glow powder works with paint, polyurethane, glue, rubber, silicone, and more. Multiple layers produce brighter, more even results. Too low of a ratio can cause an uneven and spotty glow. Testing various ratios is recommended for commercial and manufacturing purposes.