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The Lux Red Cyc Silk is a light diffusing material used in professional photography and videography. It helps create a soft, evenly lit scene.
Unlike ordinary color filters that are surface coated, the Lux Red Cyc Silk is made from a blend of co-extruded polycarbonate plastic and deep dyed polyester. This ensures the color is an integral part of the material, making it resistant to heat and physical abrasion.
The Roscolux range is Rosco's premier line of filters, known globally for its exceptional quality and durability. The Lux Red Cyc Silk is part of this range.
The Lux Red Cyc Silk is crafted using a unique tri-extrusion process that combines three discrete layers. This effectively seals the colored layer between two microscopically thin layers of clear film, minimizing dye migration and extending the product's effective life.
Yes, the Lux Red Cyc Silk is designed to resist quick fading and scratching thanks to its blend of co-extruded polycarbonate plastic and deep dyed polyester.
Review Summary
Just imagine the possibilities with the Lux Red Cyc Silk, a 20x24" Sheet of Light Diffusing Material. This luxurious and colorful product is part of Rosco's premier Roscolux range, known globally for its exceptional quality and durability. It's crafted using a unique tri-extrusion process that combines three discrete layers, effectively sealing the colored layer between two microscopically thin layers of clear film. This innovative design minimizes dye migration, extending the product's effective life, especially under hot theatrical lights.
Unlike ordinary color filters that merely surface coat clear polyester plastic film, the Lux Red Cyc Silk is made from a blend of co-extruded polycarbonate plastic and deep dyed polyester, accounting for more than 65% of its composition. This ensures the color isn't just painted onto the surface but is an integral part of the material, making it resistant to heat and physical abrasion. This results in a product that resists quick fading and scratching, making it a reliable choice for professional photographers and videographers.
Ideal for creating a soft, evenly lit scene, this high-quality light diffusing material is perfect for both photography and film production. The Lux Red Cyc Silk, sold under the trade name "Supergel" overseas, is currently the most widely used filter range in the world, testament to its superior performance and durability. It's available in sheets of 20in. X 24in. (50cm x 61cm) and for larger requirements, the Cinelux line of filters is available in rolls of 48in. X 25ft. (122cm x 7.62m). Experience the Rosco difference with the Lux Red Cyc Silk, a product designed with the professional in mind.