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Roscolux

Roscolux is comprised of two types of plastic. More than 65% of the line is made from co-extruded polycarbonate plastic. The remainder of the line is deep dyed polyester.
Sheets: 50 x 61 cm Rolls: 1.2m x 7.62m

Roscolux



HOW COLOR FILTERS WORK
Filters create color by subtracting certain wavelengths of color. Thus, a red filter absorbs blue and green, allowing only the red wavelengths to pass. The process is subtractive, not additive, so the light source must emit a full spectrum.

The Rosco swatchbook provides detailed information on the spectral energy curve of each filter. The curve describes the wavelengths of color transmitted through each filter. 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 absorbs all energy in the yellow and green range.

Durability
The life of color filters depends on many variables: the color, 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 color 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 color 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.



HOW COLOR FILTERS ARE MANUFACTURED TODAY

Body-Coloured
In a body-colored color filter, like Supergel, the colorant is integrated within the plastic substrate. The process starts with powdered resin and dye being fed into an extruder. Under intense pressure and heat approaching 600�F, the drive screw combines the melted resin and dye into a through-colored "honey". This colored mixture is extruded through a die which forms it into the colored core of a film 61cm wide. The excellent performance on a light of this engineered filter is a function of both the higher temperature resistance of the base polymer combined with the unique technology which seals the color core between clear layers. For the color to fade by dye sublimation, the dye molecules must migrate out of the body-colored internal layer through the clear sealing layers. As a result, body-colored filters are the most durable fade-resistant. Moreover, Rosco utilizes a select form of polycarbonate that is flame retardant to meet the most stringent International standards for fire safety.

Extruder

Deep-Dyed
Deep-dyed color filters, like Roscolux, begin with a roll of clear polyester. The film is passed through a bath of heated solvent suffused with dye. The solvent causes the film to swell expanding the polymer structure and allowing the dye molecules to penetrate the surface. The film is then washed and the polymer contracts to its normal form, trapping the dye molecules below the surface. Compared to surface coating, more extreme temperatures are required to cause the dye particles to sublimate through the surface. Deep-dyed filters are, therefore, more resistant to fading than surface coated.

Surface Coated
The easiest way to produce a color filter is to simply coat the color on top of a plastic film base. Most of Rosco's E-Colour+ range and Lee Filters� are manufactured using this process. Polyester film is widely used as a base material for coloring since it will accept coatings of properly applied solvent-based coloring lacquers. Other than air drying, no heat is involved in the process, so dyes used need not be heat-resistant. Surface coated polyester filters begin as a roll of clear film which is then "painted" with a dye solution on one or both sides. Of all three methods used for manufacturing color filters surface coating is the oldest technology and the product is most susceptible to fading from heat.



HOW TO READ AN S.E.D. CURVE
The spectral energy distribution curve of each Roscolux filter describes the wavelengths of color transmitted through the individual filters. For example, Roscolux #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.
#342 Rose Pink
Spectral Energy Distribution Curve



Click on this icon View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve shown next to each color filter to view its SED 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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View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #3410: Roscosun 1/8 CTO
Converts 5500K to 4900K
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #3409: Roscosun 1/4 CTO
Converts 5500K to 4500K
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #3408: Roscosun 1/2 CTO
Converts 5500K to 3800K
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #3411: Roscosun 3/4 CTO
Converts 5500K to 3200K. Nice strong amber. Less pink than R04. (Transmission = 58%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #3407: Roscosun CTO
Converts 5500K to 2900K
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #3444: Eighth Straw 1/8 CTS
(Transmission = 92%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #3443: Quarter Straw 1/4 CTS
(Transmission = 81%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #3442: Half Straw 1/2 CTS
(Transmission = 73%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #3441: Full Straw CTS
(Transmission = 50%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #3405: Roscosun 85N.3
(Transmission = 33%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #3406: Roscosun 85N.6
(Transmission = 17%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4515: CalColor 15 Yellow
Very pale yellow. Interior lighting to create industrial mood. (Transmission = 80%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4530: CalColor 30 Yellow
Double 4515. Medium yellow with green tone. Bright sunlight accents. Not flattering on skin. Combine with 4430 for rich foliage washes. (Transmission = 75%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4560: CalColor 60 Yellow
Double 4530. Strong yellow with green tone. Deep sunlight rays. (Transmission = 70%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4590: CalColor 90 Yellow
4530 + 4560. Very strong sunlight with no red accents. (Transmission = 66%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #2002: Storaro Orange
Flattering Firelight (Transmission = 23%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #2003: Storaro Yellow
Deep yellow with amber tones. Strong, late day sunlight. Flattering on skin. (Transmission = 64%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4615: CalColor 15 Red
Very pale red. Subtle warming on skin tones. Warmer than R05. (Transmission = 67%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4630: CalColor 30 Red
Double 4615. Pale red with peach tones. Nice on skin when paired with a cooler cross light. (Transmission = 55%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4660: CalColor 60 Red
Double 4630. Medium red with pale salmon accents. Romantic subtle back or side lighting. (Transmission = 39%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4690: CalColor 90 Red
4660 + 4630. Strong salmon red. Deeper and more orange than 32. Beautiful backlight. (Transmission = 30%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4815: CalColor 15 Pink
Between 33 and 333. Excellent on all skin tones. Not as cool as 333. (Transmission = 71%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4830: CalColor 30 Pink
Double 4815. Pretty pink. Slightly more blue than 34. Nice for musicals and "happy" lighting. (Transmission = 61%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4860: CalColor 60 Pink
Double 4830. Rich pink accent. Excellent in follow-spots. (Transmission = 46%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4890: CalColor 90 Pink
4830 + 4860. Deep rich pink. Lighter than 332. Romantic backlight or accent color. (Transmission = 38%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #3318: Tough 1/8 Minusgreen
Partial green absorbing filter.
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #3314: Tough 1/4 Minusgreen
Partial green absorbing filter.
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #3313: Tough 1/2 Minusgreen
Partial green absorbing filter.
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #3308: Tough Minusgreen
Converts cool white fluorescents to daylight.
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4715: CalColor 15 Magenta
Pale Magenta. Cooler than 3318. Useful on many skin tones. (Transmission = 65%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4730: CalColor 30 Magenta
Double 4715. Medium cool magenta. Nice fill light without adding warmth. (Transmission = 52%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4760: CalColor 60 Magenta
Double 4730. Strong pink/magenta. Interesting side light with slight bluish cast. (Transmission = 37%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4790: CalColor 90 Magenta
4760 + 4730. Clean dominant magenta. Good choice for CYM color mixing. (Transmission = 28%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4915: CalColor 15 Lavender
Pale no color lavender. Slightly cooler than 351. Tones without adding color. (Transmission = 61%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4930: CalColor 30 Lavender
Double 4915. Excellent cool on skin tones. Nice warm tones during nighttime. (Transmission = 47%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4960: CalColor 60 Lavender
Double 4930. Rich comfortable lavender. Compliments darker skin tones. (Transmission = 29%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4990: CalColor 90 Lavender
4960 + 4930. Dynamic, lush backlight. More red than 357. (Transmission = 18%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #3216: Eighth Blue
Boosts 3200K to 3300K
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #3208: Quarter Blue
Boosts 3200K to 3500K
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #3206: Third Blue
Boosts 3200K to 3800K
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #3204: Half Blue
Boosts 3200K to 4100K
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #3203: Three Quarter Blue
(Transmission = 41%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #3202: Full Blue
Boosts 3200K to 5500K
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #3220: Double Blue
Bright nighttime area light. Crisp moonlight. (Transmission = 10%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4215: CalColor 15 Blue
Very pale blue tint with a hint of red. Nice no-color definition when crossed with 51. (Transmission = 57%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4230: CalColor 30 Blue
Double 4215. Pale blue with reddish cast. (Transmission = 42%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4260: CalColor 60 Blue
Double 4230. Medium blue with red tones. Nice cool crosslight on most skin tones. (Transmission = 24%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4290: CalColor 90 Blue
4260 + 4230. Deep red blue. Enhances deep blues in costumes and scenery. Vibrant backlight. (Transmission = 15%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #2007: VS Blue
Rich deep indigo blue. Slightly more red than 81. (Transmission = 10%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #2008: Storaro Indigo
Deep icy blue with violet undertones. Moonlight illusions. (Transmission = 4%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #2009: Storaro Violet
Deep reddish purple. Nice as saturated special accent. (Transmission = 3%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4307: 7 Cyan
Photographic lighting filter equal to CC07C. Enhances blue and green transmission by effectively reducing red exposure by 1/4 stop. Heat resistant base. Deep dyed. (Transmission = 78%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4315: CalColor 15 Cyan
Very pale blue green. Interesting industrial daytime skies. Use with caution on skin tones. (Transmission = 72%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4330: CalColor 30 Cyan
Double 4315. Slightly greener than "normal" daylight. Uncomfortable skylight. (Transmission = 63%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4360: CalColor 60 Cyan
Double 4330. Strong eerie daylight. Simulates fluorescent and industrial light sources. (Transmission = 50%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4390: CalColor 90 Cyan
4360 + 4330. Strong cyan. Fantasy water scenes. (Transmission = 39%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #2005: VS Cyan
(Transmission = 18%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #3317: Tough 1/8 Plusgreen
Adds partial green to balance with fluorescents.
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #3316: Tough 1/4 Plusgreen
Adds partial green to balance with fluorescents.
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #3315: Tough 1/2 Plusgreen
Adds partial green to balance with fluorescents.
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #3304: Tough Plusgreen
To balance daylight sources to cool white fluorescents.
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4415: CalColor 15 Green
Pale, balanced green without yellow tones. Nice for leaf breakups and foliage washes. (Transmission = 67%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4430: CalColor 30 Green
Double 4415. Golden green wash. Less saturated but strong, balanced green. Excellent for exterior landscaping. (Transmission = 52%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4460: CalColor 60 Green
Double 4430. Rich bright green. Good transmission of color. (Transmission = 32%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #4490: CalColor 90 Green
4460 + 4430. Bright saturated clean green. (Transmission = 18%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #2004: Storaro Green
Strong dominant green. Less yellow than 90. "Christmas tree" green. (Transmission = 15%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #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 Roscolux #01: Light Bastard Amber
Enhances fair skin tones. Suggests strong sunlight. (Transmission = 56%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #02: Bastard Amber
Good where a tint of color is needed. Excellent for natural skin tones. (Transmission = 78%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #302: Pale Bastard Amber
Very pale warm white. Perfect for enhancing the HPL lamp in a Source Four. (Transmission = 88%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #03: Dark Bastard Amber
Most saturated Bastard Amber. (Transmission = 62%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #303: Warm Peach
Heavier Amber-pink tint. Useful to create warm sunlight. (Transmission = 55%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #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 Roscolux #304: Pale Apricot
A peach amber. More yellow than 305. (Transmission = 79%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #05: Rose Tint
A clean pale pink; useful as a blush for skin tones. (Transmission = 80%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #305: Rose Gold
A pale blush amber for skin tones and backlight. (Transmission = 75%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #06: No Color Straw
Slightly off white. Good for interiors. (Transmission = 92%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #07: Pale Yellow
Double saturation of 06. (Transmission = 96%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #08: Pale Gold
Warmer straw. Flattering to skin tones. (Transmission = 86%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #09: Pale Amber Gold
Deep straw. Good for late afternoon sunsets or firelight. (Transmission = 74%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #10: Medium Yellow
Yellow with green. Good for special effects. Unflattering in acting areas. (Transmission = 92%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #310: Daffodil
A soft medium yellow. Can be used for creating naturalistic effects such as early morning sunlight or for special effects. (Transmission = 82%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #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 Roscolux #12: Straw
Greener yellow than 10. Special effects and accents. Use with caution on skin tones. (Transmission = 88%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #312: Canary
Warmer than 10. A bright, vibrant yellow that evokes exotic sunlight. Use with caution on skin. (Transmission = 85%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #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 Roscolux #313: Light Relief Yellow
Vibrant Yellow. More red than 312. Less green than all other yellows. (Transmission = 77%).
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View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #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 Roscolux #15: Deep Straw
Warm golden amber with some green. Useful for special effects-candlelight, firelight. (Transmission = 65%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #16: Light Amber
Excellent area light. Light pink-amber tint. Safe for most light skin tones. (Transmission = 68%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #316: Gallo Gold
A pale reddish gold, good for creating sunrise or sunset, or simulating incandescent light. A flattering naturalistic backlight color. Can be used for warm area lighting. (Transmission = 58%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #17: Light Flame
Heavier pink-amber tint. Useful for dance. Especially useful when balanced with a cool color. Good general warm tint in striplights. (Transmission = 56%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #317: Apricot
A rosy amber which produces a romantic sunset color. Useful as sidelight or backlight color. (Transmission = 51%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #18: Flame
Warm pinkish amber. Afternoon sunset. Good sidelight. (Transmission = 56%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #318: Mayan Sun
A medium salmon color which evokes feeling of a tropical island. A good sunset color. Interesting backlight and accent color. Good for warm tonal effects. (Transmission = 52%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #19: Fire
Strong red amber. Excellent for fire effects. (Transmission = 20%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #20: Medium Amber
Afternoon sunlight. Lamplight and candlelight. Tends to depress color pigment values. (Transmission = 54%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #21: Golden Amber
Useful for amber cyc light and late sunsets. (Transmission = 43%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #321: Soft Golden Amber
An amber with some green content. A good sunlight transition color that shows the progression of the sun from white or yellow to amber later in the day. (Transmission = 39%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #22: Deep Amber
Very useful as a backlight. Dramatic specials and firelight. (Transmission = 26%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #23: Orange
Provides a romantic sunlight through windows for evening effects. (Transmission = 32%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #24: Scarlet
Very deep amber. Red with a touch of blue. (Transmission = 22%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #324: Gypsy Red
Vibrant orange-red. Helps red and orange scenery pop. (Transmission = 31%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #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 Roscolux #325: Henna Sky
Toasted red-amber color. Useful in re-creating setting sun or as a dramatic cyc. (Transmission = 18%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #26: Light Red
Vibrant red. Good alternative primary. (Transmission = 12%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #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 Roscolux #30: Light Salmon Pink
Excellent for general area washes. Gives overall warming effect to skin tones. (Transmission = 44%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #31: Salmon Pink
General wash. Good for follow spots. (Transmission = 46%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #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 Roscolux #32: Medium Salmon Pink
Deepest of the salmon pinks. (Transmission = 28%).
 
Roscolux #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 Roscolux #33: No Color Pink
A pale almost colorless pink. (Transmission = 65%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #333: Blush Pink
A pink tint that is excellent for most skin tones. A good color for warm area lighting. Lighter than 33. (Transmission = 71%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #34: Flesh Pink
Useful for bright musicals. Creates a happy atmosphere. (Transmission = 45%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #35: Light Pink
Similar to 33, but slightly deeper. (Transmission = 66%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #36: Medium Pink
Good for general washes and cross lighting. (Transmission = 46%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #336: Billington Pink
(Transmission = 48%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #37: Pale Rose Pink
Blue Pink, Use in general washes and toning. (Transmission = 56%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #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 Roscolux #38: Light Rose
Similar uses as 37, but with greater saturation. (Transmission = 49%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #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 Roscolux #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 Roscolux #40: Light Salmon
Similar uses to 23 but a bluer color. (Transmission = 34%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #41: Salmon
Light orange with high blue content. (Transmission = 24%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #42: Deep Salmon
More red than 342. (Transmission = 8%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #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 Roscolux #43: Deep Pink
Rich, hot pink. Electric in effect with rich saturation. (Transmission = 28%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #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 Roscolux #44: Middle Rose
Musical pink. Lush accents. Very versatile color. (Transmission = 26%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #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 Roscolux #45: Rose
Use on scenery and background effects. Adds tone and modeling to scenery. (Transmission = 8%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #46: Magenta
Similar uses as 45 where more saturation is needed. (Trans.= 6%). (Transmission = 6%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #346: Tropical Magenta
(Transmission = 22%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #47: Light Rose Purple
Good for eerie or dramatic effects. Beautiful backlight color. (Transmission = %).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #347: Belladonna Rose
Powerful magenta-purple. Good effects filter for dance. (Transmission = 6%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #48: Rose Purple
Pale evening color. Excellent for backlight. (Transmission = 16%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #348: Purple Jazz
A dusky purple. Good for simulating purple neon or old night club atmosphere. (Transmission = 14%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #49: Medium Purple
Darkest of the magenta purple range. (Transmission = 4%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #349: Fischer Fuchsia
A medium fuchsia good for special effects. An interesting backlight or accent color. (Transmission = 11%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #50: Mauve
Subdued sunset effect. Useful in backlights. To create seedy atmosphere. (Transmission = 14%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #51: Surprise Pink
Touch of color when white light is not desirable. (Transmission = 54%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #351: Lavender Mist
(Transmission = 61%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #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 Roscolux #53: Pale Lavender
Use when a touch of color is needed. (Transmission = 64%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #353: Lilly Lavender
Same intensity as 55 with more red content. (Transmission = 29%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #54: Special Lavender
Same as 53, but warmer. Useful for beams of realistic moonlight. (Transmission = 50%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #55: Lilac
Same as 53, but cooler. (Transmission = 37%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #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 Roscolux #56: Gypsy Lavender
Highly saturated, good for side and backlighting and non-realistic effect. (Transmission = 4%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #356: Middle Lavender
A lavender halfway between 52 and 57 in hue and value. Useful for general illumination and side-lighting. (Transmission = 27%).
 
Roscolux #57: Lavender
Excellent backlight. Gives good visibility without destroying night illusions. (Transmission = 24%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #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 Roscolux #58: Deep Lavender
Excellent back light. Enhances dimensionality. (Trans.= 10%). (Transmission = 10%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #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 Roscolux #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 Roscolux #359: Medium Violet
Midnight and moonlight illusions. Enforces mysterious mood. Useful for evening cyc wash.
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View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #60: No Color Blue
Helps maintain white light when dimmer is at low intensity. (Transmission = 62%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #360: Clearwater
The slightest blue tint. Excellent for eliminating amber shift when lights are running low on a dimmer. Good for cool area light. (Transmission = 52%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #61: Mist Blue
Excellent for general area washes. Very light cool tint of blue. (Transmission = 66%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #361: Hemsley Blue
A sharp cold blue that stays clean when dimmed. (Transmission = 18%).
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View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #62: Booster Blue
Helps maintain white light when dimmer is at low intensity. (Transmission = 54%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #362: Tipton Blue
A soft clean blue. Good choice for cool area lighting. Can also be used to shift the amber of lamps running at low dimmer levels. (Transmission = 32%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #63: Pale Blue
Good for creating an overcast look and feeling. (Transmission = 56%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #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 Roscolux #64: Light Steel Blue
Useful for beams of realistic moonlight. (Transmission = 26%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #364: Blue Bell
A clean light red blue. Creates naturalistic daylight fill color. Good cool area light. (Transmission = 32%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #65: Daylight Blue
Useful for achieving depressed moods and dull skies. (Transmission = 35%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #365: Tharon Delft Blue
Clean blue with more red than 364. A true color correction filter for film. Converts 3200°K to 5500°K. Good for area light. (Transmission = 36%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #366: Jordan Blue
More green than 65. A crisp light blue-green. (Transmission = 32%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #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 Roscolux #67: Light Sky Blue
Excellent sky color. Useful for cyc and border lights. (Transmission = 26%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #367: Slate Blue
Clean medium blue. Good for sky color or moonlight. (Transmission = 20%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #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 Roscolux #368: Winkler Blue
A silvery blue, used for front light and moonlight. (Transmission = 16%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #69: Brilliant Blue
Used for dramatic moonlight effects. (Transmission = 18%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #369: Tahitian Blue
Slightly more green than 69. (Transmission = 22%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #70: Nile Blue
Useful for very light midday skies. Occasionally used for general cool tint. (Transmission = 45%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #370: Italian Blue
Good to create eerie and mysterious effects. Good for night time water effects. (Transmission = 31%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #71: Sea Blue
Occasionally used for general cool tint and non-realistic washes. (Transmission = 30%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #371: Theatre Booster 1
Less red than 3202. (Transmission = 35%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #72: Azure Blue
A clean slightly green blue. Good moonlight fill. (Transmission = 44%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #372: Theatre Booster 2
Slightly lighter and less red than 3204. (Transmission = 55%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #73: Peacock Blue
Good for fantasy, moonlight and water effects. (Transmission = 28%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #373: Theatre Booster 3
Slightly lighter and less red than 3208. (Transmission = 72%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #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 Roscolux #374: Sea Green
For enhancing water scenes or deep sea environments. Greener than 73. (Transmission = 26%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #75: Twilight Blue
Less green & cresper than 76. (Transmission = 11%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #375: Cerulean Blue
A crisp, clean blue-green. Useful as a water effect or as a sidelight for dance. (Transmission = 32%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #76: Light Green Blue
Distinctive greenish blues. Useful for romantic moonlight. (Transmission = 9%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #376: Bermuda Blue
A soothing green blue. More blue than 76. A good conventional moonlight color. Interesting tonal color. (Transmission = 6%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #77: Green Blue
Distinctive greenish blues. Useful for romantic moonlight. (Transmission = 9%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #377: Iris Purple
Medium neutral lavendar. Good wash light. (Transmission = 11%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #78: Trudy Blue
A rich clean red blue that warms to lavender when dimmed. (Transmission = 19%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #378: Alice Blue
A rich clean red blue that warms to lavender when dimmed. (Transmission = 15%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #79: Bright Blue
Cool clear bright blue. (Transmission = 8%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #80: Primary Blue
Primary blue. For use with three color light primary system in cyc lighting. (Transmission = 9%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #81: Urban Blue
Very cold brittle feeling. (Transmission = 10%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #381: Baldassari Blue NEW! 2008
(Transmission = 6%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #82: Surprise Blue
Deep rich blue with slight amount of red. (Transmission = 6%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #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 = 0.56%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #83: Medium Blue
Good for non-realistic night skies. (Transmission = 4%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #383: Sapphire Blue
A deep romantic blue on the red side. (Transmission = 4%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #84: Zephyr Blue
A true blue with excellent punch for bright skies. Lovely contrast to pale blues; adds coldness to shadows. (Transmission = 14%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #384: Midnight Blue
An intense red-blue. Deeper than 83 with a little more red. (Transmission = 2%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #85: Deep Blue
Deeply saturated blue with a hint of red. (Transmission = 3%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #385: Royal Blue
Excellent for non-realistic backgrounds. A very saturated blue. Pronounced red content that will shift toward purple when dimmed. Low transmission but will offer a striking contrast when used as a background with lighter accents. (Transmission = 4%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #86: Pea Green
Good for dense foliage and woodland effects. (Transmission = 56%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #386: Leaf Green
(Transmission = 32%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #87: Pale Yellow Green
Sunny spring mornings. (Transmission = 85%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #88: Light Green
Sunny spring mornings. (Transmission = 82%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #388: Gaslight Green
A yellow-green similar to the color emitted by gas lighting fixtures. Appropriate for period pieces: i.e. La Boheme, and useful for creating reflections from fields and meadows. (Transmission = 76%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #89: Moss Green
Useful for mood, mystery and toning. (Transmission = 45%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #389: Chroma Green
Suggests reflected light from dense foliage. A brilliant cyc lighting color which will work for chroma-keying effects in television production (Transmission = 40%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #90: Dark Yellow Green
Alternate primary where higher transmission is desired. (Transmission = 13%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #91: Primary Green
Primary green for three color primary system. (Transmission = 7%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #92: Turquoise
Useful for mood of mystery and for toning scenery that has been spattered in blues. (Transmission = 59%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #392: Pacific Green
Cyc Wash. Good Costume color. Magical on skin. (Transmission = 20%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #93: Blue Green
Useful for mood of mystery and for toning scenery that has been spattered in blues. (Transmission = 35%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #393: Emerald Green
An exagerrated green. Nearly double intensity as 93, less blue than 95. (Transmission = 14%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #94: Kelly Green
Fantasy and unrealistic effects. Unflattering on skin tones. (Transmission = 25%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #95: Medium Green
Used on foliage in moonlight areas or for creating a mood of mystery. Good for toning scenery painted in blues, blue-greens and greens. (Transmission = 15%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #395: Teal Green
A medium green-blue which can be used as a mystical special effect color. Also an interesting side or backlight color in concert lighting. (Transmission = 13%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #96: Lime
To simulate unnatural sunlight before and after a rainstorm or tornado. (Transmission = 98%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #97: Light Grey
Neutral greys to reduce intensity without affecting color temperature. (Transmission = 50%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #397: Pale Grey
A half stop neutral density. (Transmission = 70%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #98: Medium Grey
Helpful in balancing brightness of lamps of different wattage. (Transmission = 25%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #398: Neutral Grey
A very neutral filter to balance brightness of lamps of different wattage without changing the color temperature. (Transmission = 40%).
 
View the Spectral Energy Distribution Curve Roscolux #99: Chocolate
Warms light and reduces intensity. (Transmission = 35%).
 
Roscolux #100: Frost
Frost. Changes ellipsoidal to fresnel beam pattern.
 
Roscolux #101: Light Frost
Offers softened beam.Changes ellipsoidal into flood or scoop.
 
Roscolux #102: Light Tough Frost
Changes ellipsoidal into flood or scoop.
 
Roscolux #103: Tough Frost
Has twin qualities of wide diffusion and warm center.
 
Roscolux #104: Tough Silk
Creates a slash of light for stretching light along stairs, tables, cycs, etc. Diffuses while maintaining compactness of beam.
 
Roscolux #105: Tough Spun
Good on scoops for cyc lighting.
 
Roscolux #106: Light Tough Spun
Removes lens shadows.
 
Roscolux #111: Tough Rolux
Densest diffusion of the series. Spreads the light almost 1800.
 
Roscolux #112: Opal Tough Frost
Lighter than 100-103. An excellent diffuser for HMI, CID and CSI sources softening the beam slightly while maintaining excellent transmission.
 
Roscolux #113: Matte Silk
Good for striplights and specials.
 
Roscolux #114: Hamburg Frost
A very light frost; good on followspots and PAR lamps.
 
Roscolux #115: Light Tough Rolux
 
Roscolux #116: Tough White Diffusion
A range of diffusion materials adapted from cinematography-used for softening the shadow of the beam while maintaining a relatively high color temperature because of the use of ultra-white pigments in the manufacturing process.
 
Roscolux #117: Tough 1/2 White Diffusion
A range of diffusion materials adapted from cinematography-used for softening the shadow of the beam while maintaining a relatively high color temperature because of the use of ultra-white pigments in the manufacturing process.
 
Roscolux #118: Tough 1/4 White Diffusion
A range of diffusion materials adapted from cinematography-used for softening the shadow of the beam while maintaining a relatively high color temperature because of the use of ultra-white pigments in the manufacturing process.
 
Roscolux #119: Light Hamburg Frost
Lighter than 114. Recommended for followspots and slight diffuse focus for ellipsoldals.
 
Roscolux #120: Red Diffusion
Combine a color with Matte Diffusion. Aids in broad, even illumination of cycs and drops. (Transmission = 12%).
 
Roscolux #121: Blue Diffusion
Combine a color with Matte Diffusion. Aids in broad, even illumination of cycs and drops. (Transmission = 8%).
 
Roscolux #122: Green Diffusion
Combine a color with Matte Diffusion. Aids in broad, even illumination of cycs and drops. (Transmission = 13%).
 
Roscolux #124: Red Cyc Silk
Combine a color with 104 Tough Silk. (Transmission = 12%).
 
Roscolux #125: Blue Cyc Silk
Useful in border and striplights to prevent scalloping; helps illuminate cycs and drops. (Transmission = 8%).
 
Roscolux #126: Green Cyc Silk
Useful in border and striplights to prevent scalloping; helps illuminate cycs and drops. (Transmission = 13%).
 
Roscolux #127: Amber Cyc Silk
A secondary color combined with 104 Tough Silk. (Transmission = 32%).
 
Roscolux #132: Quarter Hamburg Frost
 
Roscolux #140: Subtle Hamburg Frost
 
Roscolux #160: Light Tough Silk
Retains the diffusion properties of 104 but with less light loss.
 
Roscolux #162: Light Opal
A lighter version on the popular 112 Opal Tough Frost.
 
Roscolux #163: Powder Frost
A good medium cosmetic diffuser.
 
Roscolux #1991: Super Heat Shield
Unique polymer base which deflects convected heat, minimizing the effects of high temperature. (Transmission = 100%).
 
Roscolux #1995: Thermashield
Specially coated film reflects infrared energy to extend the life of colour in super hot lighting fixtures. (Transmission = 100%).
 
Roscolux #3114: UV Filter
A virtually transparent film, specially coated to absorb ultraviolet rays. (Transmission = 100%).




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