Description
Canson Infinity ARCHES Aquarelle Rag 310 gsm is a matte textured mould-made 100% cotton fine art paper from Canson Infinity, sold here as a box of 25 11″ x 17″ sheets (Canson part C400110655). ARCHES® Aquarelle is recognised by artists as one of the most prestigious watercolour papers with a history that spans many centuries. ARCHES® master papermakers have been producing very high-quality fine art papers since 1492, and today ARCHES® is the only paper mill in France using a traditional cylinder mould process for all its papers, including ARCHES® Aquarelle Rag. Using the traditional watercolour base, the paper has an even natural grain and a felt-marked finish.
ARCHES Aquarelle Rag specifications
| Canson part number | C400110655 |
|---|---|
| Size | 11″ x 17″, 25 Sheets |
| Weight | 310 gsm |
| Caliper (thickness) | 530 µm (about 20.9 mil) |
| Base | 100% cotton |
| Surface | Matte finish, textured feel |
| Optical brighteners (OBA) | None (OBA-free) |
| Acid-free | Yes |
| Internally buffered | Yes |
| Archival / certifications | Paper base meets ISO 9706; archival paper; Digigraphie certified; mould-made |
| Ink compatibility | Optimized for pigment inks |
| CIE whiteness | 96.76 |
| Opacity (ISO 2471) | 99.20% |
| Drying time | Immediate |
| Water resistance | High |
| Made in | Arches Mill in France |
Other sizes of ARCHES Aquarelle Rag
- 5″ x 7″, 25 Sheets
- 8.5″ x 11″, 25 Sheets
- 13″ x 19″, 25 Sheets
- 17″ x 22″, 25 Sheets
- 17″ x 39′ Roll
- 24″ x 10′ Roll
- 24″ x 39′ Roll
- 36″ x 39′ Roll
- 44″ x 39′ Roll
- 44″ x 66′ Roll
Related Canson papers
- ARCHES 88 310 gsm, 11″ x 17″, 25 Sheets
- ARCHES BFK Rives Pure White 310 gsm, 11″ x 17″, 25 Sheets
- ARCHES BFK Rives White 310 gsm, 11″ x 17″, 25 Sheets
- Rag Photographique II 310 gsm, 11″ x 17″, 25 Sheets
Source: Canson Infinity product page, ARCHES® Aquarelle Rag (canson-infinity.com).
Choosing paper for a project? DTG (Digital Technology Group) runs the DTG Technology Center in Tampa, FL, where you can see printed samples. Call a print specialist at 800.681.0024 or email info@dtgweb.com.
ARCHES Aquarelle Rag FAQ
What weight and thickness is ARCHES Aquarelle Rag?
ARCHES Aquarelle Rag is 310 gsm and 530 µm thick (about 20.9 mil), with a matte textured surface on a 100% cotton base.
Is ARCHES Aquarelle Rag OBA-free and archival?
Yes. Canson lists ARCHES Aquarelle Rag with no optical brightening agents (OBA content: none). Canson lists it as acid-free and internally buffered. Also per Canson: Paper base meets ISO 9706; archival paper; Digigraphie certified; mould-made.
Which inks work with ARCHES Aquarelle Rag?
Canson says it is optimized for pigment inks. Not sure about settings for your printer? Call DTG at 800.681.0024.
What is included in part C400110655?
One box of ARCHES Aquarelle Rag 310 gsm, 11″ x 17″, 25 Sheets. Not sure which size fits your printer? Call DTG at 800.681.0024.
Canson Infinity ARCHES® Aquarelle Rag 310 gsm Technical Data Sheet (PDF)
