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Supergel

Supergel is the most widely used colour filter in the world today. It is comprised of a range of more than 75 colours and 15 diffusions. Selected primarily because of the excellence and range of colour, it is unique in its manufacturing and durability as well.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Supergel is composed of co-extruded polycarbonate plastic. (Supergel is available in most of the world, excluding North America. The Roscolux line, available in North America , includes all of the Supergel line as well as additional colours and diffusions not available in polycarbonate plastic. A list of what colours are available in which lines is available from Rosco.)

Ordinary colour filter is manufactured by surface coating clear polyester plastic film. In essence, the colour is painted onto the surface. This means that heat and physical abrasion can easily remove the dye, resulting in quick fading and scratching.
Extruder
Supergel, made from co-extruded polycarbonate, is coloured all the way through the plastic. Raw polycarbonate is combined with dye pellets in a powerful extruder. The heat and pressure of the extrusion process thoroughly combine the clear plastic and the dye resulting in a plastic that is body coloured all the way through the film. To further insure the durability of the colour, a very thin layer of clear polycarbonate is then applied to both sides of the coloured film, trapping the colour and providing a protective barrier. The finished filter then is extremely resistant to colour fading, more durable to the high heat of lighting fixtures and protected from minor scratches and abrasions.

Moreover, Rosco utilizes a select form of polycarboante that is flame retardent so that Supergel meets the most stringent US and International standards for fire safety.

Thickness
3 mils Typical (3-5 mils in extremely dark colours)

Temperature Limits
Melting Point 220ºC 
Softening Point 160ºC 

The softening point is where the filter begins to show stress marks and break down. We prefer to use polycarbonate plastic because of its higher softening point.

DURABILITY
The life of colour filters depends on many variables: the colour, the instrument and lamp used, the dimmer level a filter generally runs at, and the amount of time the light is running. For these reasons it is impossible to assign a "life" for each filter. However some basics knowledge and experience can help with estimates. Dark green and dark blue filters usually burn out the fastest because they absorb the most infrared energy. Absorbing the extra infrared energy causes the plastic to reach it's melting temperature faster. When darker filters are needed try choosing filters that transmit high amounts of the 700 nm range. You can find this information by looking at the Spectral Energy Distribution (S.E.D.) curve located in the swatchbook for each Supergel colour filter. Filters than transmit high levels at 700 nm may also transmit high levels in the infrared range above 700 nm.(See the Supergel swatchbook for information on how to read S.E.D. curves.)

To prolong the life of a colour filter, align your ellipsoidal lamp to a flat field focus. (Get rid of the hot spot.) You can increase the distance between the lamp and the filter by using a top hat or barn door. In extreme cases, try Rosco Heat Shield or Thermashield to prolong the life of your filters.

Never use a plastic filter directly in front of an open faced lamp. This will nearly always cause premature failure because the heat is trapped and it has nowhere to go except to the plastic filter. Always allow a suitable air gap.

#342 Rose Pink
Spectral Energy Distribution Curve
HOW TO READ AN "S.E.D." CURVE
The spectral energy distribution curve of each Supergel filter describes the wavelengths of colour transmitted through the individual filters. For example, Supergel #342 transmits approximately 40% of the violet and blue energy of the spectrum and 75% of the orange and red energy. It blocks all energy in the yellow and green range.

The "Trans." Percentage refers to overall light transmission that is allowed to pass through each individual filter.
Click on this icon View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve shown next to each color filter to view its Spectral Energy Distribution curve.

Available in sheets of 20in. x 24in. (50cm x 61cm) or rolls of 24in. x 25ft. (61cm x 7.62m).


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Color Effect Filters
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #00: Clear
A durable, heat resistant polycarbonate film used in the preparation of color scrollers to allow the passage from a color to clear. (Transmission = 100%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #01: Light Bastard Amber
Enhances fair skin tones. Suggests strong sunlight. (Transmission = 56%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #02: Bastard Amber
Good where a tint of color is needed. Excellent for natural skin tones. (Transmission = 78%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #03: Dark Bastard Amber
Most saturated Bastard Amber. (Transmission = 62%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #303: Warm Peach
Heavier Amber-pink tint. Useful to create warm sunlight. (Transmission = 55%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #04: Medium Bastard Amber
Especially useful when cross lit with a cool color. Excellent for natural sunlight. (Transmission = 66%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #304: Pale Apricot
(Transmission = 79%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #05: Rose Tint
A clean pale pink; useful as a blush for skin tones. (Transmission = 80%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #305: Rose Gold
(Transmission = 75%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #06: No Color Straw
Slightly off white. Good for interiors. (Transmission = 92%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #07: Pale Yellow
Double saturation of 06. (Transmission = 96%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #09: Pale Amber Gold
Deep straw. Good for late afternoon sunsets or firelight. (Transmission = 74%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #10: Medium Yellow
Yellow with green. Good for special effects. Unflattering in acting areas. (Transmission = 92%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #11: Light Straw
Pale yellow with slight red content. Useful for candle effects. Can be used for area lighting. For bright day feeling. (Transmission = 82%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #312: Canary
(Transmission = 85%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #13: Straw Tint
Much less green than in other straws. Suggests warm sunlight glow when contrasted with ambers and blues. (Transmission = 78%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #313: Light Relief Yellow
Vibrant Yellow. More red than 312. Less green than all other yellows. (Transmission = 77%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #14: Medium Straw
Pale amber-higher red content than 12. Sunlight, accents, area lighting with caution to skin tones. (Transmission = 68%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #15: Deep Straw
Warm golden amber with some green. Useful for special effects-candlelight, firelight. (Transmission = 65%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #317: Apricot
(Transmission = 51%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #318: Mayan Sun
(Transmission = 52%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #19: Fire
Strong red amber. Excellent for fire effects. (Transmission = 20%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #20: Medium Amber
Afternoon sunlight. Lamplight and candlelight. Tends to depress color pigment values. (Transmission = 54%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #21: Golden Amber
Useful for amber cyc light and late sunsets. (Transmission = 43%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #22: Deep Amber
Very useful as a backlight. Dramatic specials and firelight. (Transmission = 26%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #23: Orange
Provides a romantic sunlight through windows for evening effects. (Transmission = 32%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #24: Scarlet
Very deep amber. Red with a touch of blue. (Transmission = 22%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #324: Gypsy Red
Vibrant orange-red. Helps red and orange scenery pop. (Transmission = 31%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #25: Orange Red
Good for firelight or special effects. Use when red with higher yellow content is needed. (Transmission = 14%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #26: Light Red
Vibrant red. Good alternative primary. (Transmission = 12%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #27: Medium Red
Good red primary for use with three-color light primary systems in cyclorama lighting, footlights, and border lights. (Transmission = 4%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #30: Light Salmon Pink
Excellent for general area washes. Gives overall warming effect to skin tones. (Transmission = 44%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #31: Salmon Pink
General wash. Good for follow spots. (Transmission = 46%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #331: Shell Pink
Warmer and lighter than 31. Good for fair skin tones and to emphasize romance. (Transmission = 68%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #32: Medium Salmon Pink
Deepest of the salmon pinks. (Transmission = 28%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #332: Cherry Rose
A tropical pink that is good for musicals or concert lighting. A good backlight color. Interesting accent color. Good for a splash of sunset color. (Transmission = 38%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #33: No Color Pink
A pale almost colorless pink. (Transmission = 65%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #35: Light Pink
Similar to 33, but slightly deeper. (Transmission = 66%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #36: Medium Pink
Good for general washes and cross lighting. (Transmission = 46%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #336: Billington Pink
(Transmission = 48%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #337: True Pink
A cool pink excellent for washes and general illumination. A good follow spot color. A component of early morning sunrise. (Transmission = 55%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #38: Light Rose
Similar uses as 37, but with greater saturation. (Transmission = 49%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #39: Skelton Exotic Sangria
A sultry, deep purple. Good for musicals or concert lighting. Excellent special effects color. (Transmission = 10%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #339: Broadway Pink
A deep, saturated pink created for musicals and specials. Excellent for down and backlighting. (Transmission = 15%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #40: Light Salmon
Similar uses to 23 but a bluer color. (Transmission = 34%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #342: Rose Pink
Extremely intense, hot pink. Produces strong washes of color for concert and dance. Combined with a complimentary color like turquoise, will create a dynamic, sculptured effect. (Transmission = 16%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #43: Deep Pink
Rich, hot pink. Electric in effect with rich saturation. (Transmission = 28%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #343: Neon Pink
A bright, dark pink excellent for musicals or rock and roll concert lighting. A good color for creating fake neon effects with fluorescent tubes. (Transmission = 33%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #344: Follies Pink
A vibrant, almost fluorescent pink with a cool component. Traditionally important as a special effects color in the Broadway musical. Follow spot and dance applications as a modeling color. (Transmission = 21%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #45: Rose
Use on scenery and background effects. Adds tone and modeling to scenery. (Transmission = 8%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #46: Magenta
Similar uses as 45 where more saturation is needed. (Transmission = 6%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #346: Tropical Magenta
(Transmission = 22%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #47: Light Rose Purple
Good for eerie or dramatic effects. Beautiful backlight color. (Transmission = 16%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #347: Belladonna Rose
Powerful magenta-purple. Good effects filter for dance. (Transmission = 6%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #48: Rose Purple
Pale evening color. Excellent for backlight. (Transmission = 16%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #348: Purple Jazz
A dusky purple. Good for simulating purple neon or old night club atmosphere. (Transmission = 14%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #49: Medium Purple
Darkest of the magenta purple range. (Transmission = 4%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #349: Fisher Fuchsia
A medium fuchsia good for special effects. An interesting backlight or accent color. (Transmission = 11%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #50: Mauve
(Transmission = 14%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #351: Lavender Mist
(Transmission = 61%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #52: Light Lavender
Excellent for general area or border light washes. It is a basic followspot color. (Transmission = 26%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #53: Pale Lavender
Use when a touch of color is needed. (Transmission = 64%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #353: Lilly Lavender
Same intensity as 55 with more red content. (Transmission = 29%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #54: Special Lavender
Same as 53, but warmer. Useful for beams of realistic moonlight. (Transmission = 50%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #55: Lilac
Same as 53, but cooler. (Transmission = 37%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #355: Pale Violet
A cool lavender which acts as a neutral in a three color area lighting system. Will work well as a wash for drops or set pieces. Tones the space. Effective as moonlight shadows. (Transmission = 20%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #56: Gypsy Lavender
Highly saturated, good for side and backlighting and non-realistic effect. (Transmission = 4%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #356: Middle Lavender
A lavender halfway between 52 and 57 in hue and value. Useful for general illumination and side-lighting. (Transmission = 27%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #57: Lavender
Excellent backlight. Gives good visibility without destroying night illusions. (Transmission = 24%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #357: Royal Lavender
A rich lavender which will enhance blue and red costumes and scenic pieces. Excellent for nightime scenes. Rich, vivid accents, good in backgrounds. (Transmission = 5%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #58: Deep Lavender
Excellent back light. Enhances dimensionality. (Transmission = 10%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #358: Rose Indigo
A warm, red purple that recalls the Jazz Age. Useful for creating saturated color effects in live performance situations-club and musical group lighting. (Transmission = 5%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #59: Indigo
The original Congo Blue. A purple-blue, highly saturated, for modeling effects and non-realistic atmospheres. (Transmission = 2%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #359: Medium Violet
Midnight and moonlight illusions. Enforces mysterious mood. Useful for evening cyc wash.
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #61: Mist Blue
Excellent for general area washes. Very light cool tint of blue. (Transmission = 66%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #361: Hemsley Blue
A sharp cold blue that stays clean when dimmed. (Transmission = 18%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #62: Booster Blue
Helps maintain white light when dimmer is at low intensity. (Transmission = 54%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #63: Pale Blue
Good for creating an overcast look and feeling. (Transmission = 56%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #363: Aquamarine
A pale blue-green color. Can be used for area lighting. A soft backlight color. (Transmission = 52%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #64: Light Steel Blue
Useful for beams of realistic moonlight. (Transmission = 26%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #65: Daylight Blue
Useful for achieving depressed moods and dull skies. (Transmission = 35%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #66: Cool Blue
A pale green shade of blue; good for area or general washes. Creates an icy feeling on stage. (Transmission = 67%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #366: Jordan Blue
More green than 65. A crisp light blue-green. (Transmission = 32%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #67: Light Sky Blue
Excellent sky color. Useful for cyc and border lights. (Transmission = 26%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #367: Slate Blue
Clean medium blue. Good for sky color or moonlight. (Transmission = 20%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #68: Parry Sky Blue
Excellent for early morning sky tones. Popular among designers for cyc and borders. (Transmission = 14%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #368: Winkler Blue
A silvery blue, used for front light and moonlight. (Transmission = 16%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #69: Brilliant Blue
Used for dramatic moonlight effects. (Transmission = 18%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #369: Tahitian Blue
Slightly more green than 69. (Transmission = 22%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #70: Nile Blue
Useful for very light midday skies. Occasionally used for general cool tint. (Transmission = 45%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #370: Italian Blue
Good to create eerie and mysterious effects. Good for night time water effects. (Transmission = 31%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #71: Sea Blue
Occasionally used for general cool tint and non-realistic washes. (Transmission = 30%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #371: Theatre Booster 1
(Transmission = 35%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #72: Azure Blue
A clean slightly green blue. Good moonlight fill. (Transmission = 44%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #372: Theatre Booster 2
(Transmission = 55%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #73: Peacock Blue
Good for fantasy, moonlight and water effects. (Transmission = 28%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #373: Theatre Booster 3
(Transmission = 72%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #74: Night Blue
Fantasy moonlight. Crisp and beautiful. Popular as a backlight or sidelight in contrast to area light. (Transmission = 4%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #374: Sea Green
For enhancing water scenes or deep sea environments. Greener than 73. (Transmission = 26%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #75: Twilight Blue
Less green & cresper than 76. (Transmission = 11%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #76: Light Green Blue
Distinctive greenish blues. Useful for romantic moonlight. (Transmission = 9%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #377: Iris Purple
Medium neutral lavendar. Good wash light. (Transmission = 11%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #78: Trudy Blue
A rich clean red blue that warms to lavender when dimmed. (Transmission = 19%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #79: Bright Blue
Cool clear bright blue. (Transmission = 8%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #80: Primary Blue
Primary blue. For use with three color light primary system in cyc lighting. (Transmission = 9%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #81: Urban Blue
Very cold brittle feeling. (Transmission = 10%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #82: Surprise Blue
Deep rich blue with slight amount of red. (Transmission = 6%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #382: Congo Blue
Deep blue more saturated than Roscolux 385. Good for dark night skies or for a backlight color. A great color for rock and roll concert lighting. (Transmission = 56%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Supergel #83: Medium Blue
Good for non-realistic night skies. (Transmission = 4%).