Abteilung 502 Madder Carmin is a red artist oil positioned by AK Interactive for fantasy-themed effects. It can be mixed with other red colours to introduce chromatic variation rather than applying every red area as a single uniform shade. AK also specifically identifies it as suitable for reproducing blood effects. The official product name is Madder Carmin, without the final "e" found in some older listings and image filenames.
20 ml tube, single artist oil colour (AK code AKABT505; former code ABT505)
Pigment PR176, as listed by AK
Colour opacity: Semi-Opaque; colour fastness: 2 (AK scale) — lower than most of the range
AK use: fantasy-theme effects and reproducing blood
Mixes with any red colour for chromatic variation
Reduced-oil ABT 502 formula for a more matte finish
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Notes · Q & A
What's the difference between a paint and a wash?+
Paints are opaque colour for coverage; washes are thin, pigmented fluids that flow into recesses to add shading and depth. Most painters use both.
Can I use these paints in an airbrush?+
Many acrylics can be thinned for airbrushing — check the product description; ranges marked "Air" or "airbrush-ready" work straight from the bottle.
Do I need a primer?+
Yes for bare plastic, resin or metal — primer gives paint a surface to grip and prevents chipping.
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Notes · Logistics
Shipping
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Returns
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