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Aluminum Oxide Powder
Our specialists have developed a new high-purity product — aluminum oxide of two grades, AO-1 and AO-2, which differ from each other by the presence/absence of the α-phase.
Technical Specifications:
| Parameters | AO-1 | AO-2 |
|---|---|---|
| Mass fraction of aluminum oxide (Al2O3): | ||
| X-ray fluorescence analysis | >99.5% | >99.5% |
| Chemical method | >97% | >97% |
| Loss on ignition | <1% | <1% |
| Iron impurity content | 0.003% | 0.003% |
| Nickel impurity content | 0.00001% | 0.00001% |
| Content of α-phase aluminum oxide | absent | 100% |
| Copper impurity content | 0.0001% | 0.0001% |
| Alkali metal impurities (Li, Na, K) content | 0.28% | 0.28% |
| Average particle size | 12–15 μm | 12–16 μm |
Applications:
- As catalysts and catalyst supports (catalyst carriers) (AO-1);
- Adsorbent (AO-1);
- In the production of materials for electronics and optics (used as a component for composite materials, fillers) (AO-1);
- Ceramics manufacturing (AO-2);
- Protective coatings and composite materials (AO-2);
- Manufacturing of insulators and capacitors (AO-2).
A Novelty for Secure Printing: IR-Pigment ZIK-O
An innovative product has emerged on the secure printing materials market — the infrared pigment ZIK-O. This material is designed to create covert security elements that are impossible to detect without specialized equipment.
Key characteristics:- Appearance: green or dark green powder;
- Average particle size: 5–8 μm;
- Special property: Reflection of radiation in the IR range (850–1050 nm);
- Appearance in an IR-detector window: white (transparent);
- Solubility: insoluble in water and organic solvents;
- Thermal stability: withstands reversible temperature increases up to 500 °C.
Applications
The ZIK-O pigment is used as a base for printing inks with special security properties. It can be applied both independently and in combination with luminescent materials, enabling the creation of multi-layered covert effects for protecting documents, banknotes, and securities.
The material is available in two forms:- as a powder;
- as ready-made screen and offset printing inks.
Shade depth, concentration, and ink characteristics can be tailored to specific customer requirements, ensuring maximum flexibility in developing security solutions.
ZIK-O — a new level of protection and authentication in modern printing.
A New Material for Secure Printing: IR-Absorbing Pigment IKA-1
A new product has been introduced to the secure printing materials market — a white-moon colored powder with unique optical and technical properties under the brand name IKA-1. This material opens up new possibilities for creating covert security features on banknotes, documents, labels, and more.
Key characteristics:
- Appearance: White-moon colored powder;
- Particle size: 2–5 μm;
- Special property: Effective absorption of radiation in the IR-range (850–1050 nm);
- Appearance in an IR-detector window: Completely black;
- Solubility: Insoluble in water and organic solvents;
- Thermal stability: Withstands reversible temperature increases up to 500 °C.
Applications
The material is intended for use as a base for printing inks with special security properties. It can be used both individually and in combination with luminescent components, enabling the creation of multi-layered covert effects that are only visible when verified using specialized equipment.
The pigment is available in two forms:
- As a powder for independent application;
- As ready-made screen and offset printing inks.
Shade depth, concentration, and ink characteristics can be customized to meet specific customer requirements, ensuring maximum flexibility in developing security solutions.
This new IR-absorbing pigment is a modern tool for enhancing the protection and authentication levels of products in the printing industry.
A New Material for the Electronics Industry: TN-10000 Ceramic Mass
Our latest development has entered the market of electronic materials — the TN-10000 ceramic mass. This product is a white or beige-colored powder distinguished by its unique technical characteristics.
Key characteristics of TN-10000:
- Average particle size: no more than 1.5 μm;
- Specific surface area (BET): at least 2.2 m²/g;
- Dielectric constant: 10,000–12,000;
- Dielectric loss tangent: no more than 0.015.
Applications:
The TN-10000 ceramic mass is designed for the production of ceramic capacitors and other electronic components. The material is compatible with all modern ceramic processing techniques, including:
- Pressing;
- Extrusion;
- Tape casting and others.
The high dielectric constant and low losses make TN-10000 an ideal choice for creating advanced electronic components, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of devices.
TN-10000 — setting a new standard for electronic ceramics!
Attendance at the Interdepartmental Seminar "Scientific and Technical Results of the Development of Domestic Glass-Ceramic Materials and Experience of Their Application in Radio Electronics" at "NPP "ISTOK" IM. SHOKINA" April 28, 2026
On April 8, 2026, employees of "RPF 'Luminofor" Corp. participated as attendees (listeners) in the interdepartmental seminar titled "Scientific and Technical Results of the Development of Domestic Glass-Ceramic Materials and Experience of Their Application in Radio Electronics", which was held on the premises of AO "NPP "ISTOK" IM. SHOKINA" in Fryazino, Moscow Region.
During the seminar, participants listened to reports on developments and commercially produced glass-ceramic materials, metallization pastes, as well as vacuum-tight, resonator, absorptive, and capacitive ceramics for microwave technology.
In addition to gaining new and interesting knowledge in radio electronics, our employees also had the opportunity to meet with technical specialists from one of Russia's oldest manufacturers of microwave electronic components for all types of communication and radar systems — "NPP "ISTOK" IM. SHOKINA" — and discuss prospects for further cooperation.
We thank you for the invitation to participate in the seminar!
Expert discussion on passive electronic components was held as part of the ExpoElectronica 2026 business program
On April 15, 2026, within the framework of the "ExpoElectronica 2026" exhibition (Crocus Expo IEC), an expert discussion titled "Scientific and Technical Challenges in the Development and Manufacturing of Passive Electronic Components" took place. "RPF 'Luminofor" Corp. participated in the event as a listener. Organizational support for the preparation and conduct of the event was provided by the Consortium "Passive Electronic Components."
V.M. Isaev (Deputy Director for Scientific Work at AO "NPP "ISTOK" IM. SHOKINA") and P.A. Vernik (Director of the Consortium "Passive Electronic Components") delivered welcoming speeches and reports regarding the scientific and technical challenges of developing and manufacturing passive electronic components. More than 80 representatives from organizations and enterprises of the radio-electronic industry attended the discussion.
As a result of the discussion, groundwork was laid for further in-depth consideration of these issues at the dedicated event of the Russian Forum "Microelectronics 2026," which will be held from September 27 to October 3, 2026, at the Sirius University of Science and Technology.
Our company participated in the Photonics-2026: World of Lasers and Optics exhibition
From March 31 to April 2, 2026, the 20th International Exhibition "Photonics. World of Lasers and Optics-2026" was held in Moscow. Employees from our enterprise attended this large-scale industry event.
More than 160 companies took part in the exhibition, including 105 Russian ones. Among the key participants were "VPG Laserone," "Laser Center," "Shvabe," "PNPPK," "LLS," State Corporation "Rosatom," "Laserform," "Azimuth Photonics," OKB "Bulat," MIPT, VNIIOFI, Bauman Moscow State Technical University, NPF "Uran," "Avesta," and others.
Participation in "Photonics-2026" allowed us not only to strengthen business ties with partners but also to discuss current issues in the development of photonic technologies with colleagues, exchange experiences, and outline new areas for joint projects.
We thank everyone who took the time to speak with us! We continue working on implementing advanced solutions and are open to cooperation.
Phosphor FKP-03KO
Specialists of RPF "Luminofor" Corp. have developed a luminescent material with afterglow, which has the ability to efficiently charge from a modern source of artificial lighting based on white LEDs.
Technical characteristics of a phosphor FKP-03 KO:
- it's a beige powder with the average particle size of no more than 30 microns;
- the emission colour is yellow-green;
- the photoexcitation range is 254-490 nm;
- the afterglow time is 1 hour.
We offer our partners and potential customers to test the developed product.
Phosphor FV-530D using a new process
Specialists of RPF "Luminofor" Corp. have developed an analog of phosphor with afterglow FV-530D. Advantages of the renewed product compared to the previously released one:
- average particle size has been reduced to 17 microns;
- price of the product has been reduced.
We offer our partners and potential partners to try out the renewed phosphor.
A new product form of UV- and IR- emission visualizators
In November 2023, specialists of RPF "Luminofor" Corp. launched the production of infinity visualizators in the form of plastic cards. Unlike previous analogues, these products are more convenient to use, since the zone dimension does not have a framing surface.
New product form of film-forming materials
Specialists of RPF "Luminofor" Corp. have developed a new product form of film-forming materials: Cerium (IV) oxide CeO2, Cerium (III) fluoride CeF3, Niobium (V) oxide Nb2O5 - spherical granules. Compared to standard manufactured materials, granules obtained by the new technology have a higher density.
Luminescent granules of blue and red emission
Specialists of RPF "Luminofor" Corp. have developed luminescent granules with blue and red emission with a size of 100-300 microns. Products are resistant to water and organic environments and can be used as a base for fluorescent paints, as well as for UV radiation visualization.
Appearance – white granules;
Excitation conditions, nm – 365;
The type of glow is stationary.
red granules blue granules
in daylight in UV-light in daylight in UV-light
Phosphor FV-530D in the form of granules
Specialists of RPF "Luminofor" Corp. have developed a new form of phosphor FV-530D, which has a green afterglow:
- granules with sizes of 1-3 mm, 3-5 mm, 1-10 mm.
Such granules can be used for producing of polymer-based paving slabs and other polymer products (mats, canvases, etc.), as well as for decorative purposes.
Students of the leading universities of the country have interned at RPF "Luminofor" Corp.
This summer, students of the Lomonosov Moscow State University, the National Research Tomsk Polytechnic University (TPU) and the North-Caucasus Federal University (NCFU) will get acquainted with the chemical production of RPF "Luminofor" Corp., with technological processes and will be able to apply the theoretical knowledge gained in educational laboratories in real conditions.
The way to the profession begins with practice!
New visualizer form
Specialists of RPF "Luminofor" Corp. have developed plastic visualizators in the form of rods:
- Rod dimension 119*3 mm (detection zone dimension 30*3 mm);
- Rod dimension 157.8 *8.8 mm (detection zone dimension 15 *8.8 mm).
The advantage of these visualizers is the small size of the detection zone and the presence of a long handle, which allows them to be used in small-sized laser setups. Due to their compactness, the rod-shaped visualizators easily fit into the smallest camera of the device.
Peculiarities:
- high sensitivity to laser emission;
- general and convenient;
- budget.
New developments of luminecsent materials in the update prospect
RPF “Luminofor” Corp.” specialists have developed luminescent materials with the effect of luminescence in the visible and ultraviolet regions, information about which is provided in the new prospect.
Employees of RPF "Luminofor" Corp. received government awards in honor of the Chemist's Day
Employees of "RPF " Luminofor" Corp. took part in the award ceremony in the Government of the Stavropol Territory in observance of the Chemist's Day.
The professionalism and dedication of the employees of RPF "Luminofor" Corp. were awarded the following awards:
- Medal "For Valorous Labour" III degree - 3 employees;
- Honorary Diploma from the Governor of the Stavropol Territory - 3 employees;
- Certificates of honor by the Governor of the Stavropol Territory and the Ministry of Energy, Industry and Communications - 3 employees.
The staff of RPF "Luminofor" Corp. is proud of the achievements of its specialists and congratulates all employees of the chemical industry on their professional holiday!
Participation in the exhibition "Photonics-2023"
RPF "Luminophor" Corp. took part in the annual International Specialized Exhibition "Photonics-2023", which contributed to the creation of new conditions for the demonstration of products.
Samples of mass-produced and new products, examples of the use of products in finished products were presented at the company's stand.
In terms of the exhibition, business communication was held with representatives of more than a hundred companies from Russia, the near and not-so-near abroad. As a result of live communication with consumers, we managed to find out the demand for our products, find out new wishes for the assortment, expand the base of potential buyers and as a result develop a new vector of scientific and production activities of the enterprise.
New photophosphor with orange emission
RPF “Luminofor” Corp.” specialists have developed a luminescent composition (phosphor of FL-626-1 type). It has the orange photoluminescence when excited by ultraviolet light source.
The powder colour is white. Product is stable in aqueous and animate environment.
This product can be used as the basis of luminescent paints, for the visualization of UV emission.
Technical Specification (ТУ) on the phosphor of FL-626M
RPF “Luminofor” Corp.” specialists have developed and registered the Technical Specification (ТY) 20.12.24-102-48591565-2023 on the phosphor FL-626M.
The phosphor FL-626 M is a modification of the phosphor FL-626, has the crimson photoluminescence when excited by ultraviolet light source.
This product can be used as the basis of luminescent paints, for the visualization of UV emission.
