Description
Spectrophotometer for total color control of effect finishes
Effect finishes change their appearance with viewing angle and lighting conditions. The BYK-mac i spectrophotometer is unique as it measures multi-angle color as well as sparkle and graininess for total color matching in one portable device. Additionally, it detects and quantifies fluorescent light in the visible range. The BYK-mac i spectrophotometer provides superior accuracy and low maintenance for many years due to a long-term stable light source and patented illumination control.
International Standards
ASTM D 2244, E 308, E 1164, E 2194
DIN 5033, 5036, 6174, 6175-2
DIN EN ISO 11664
SAE J 1545
Total color impression of effect coatings on small parts
- Measuring area: 12 mm diameter
- Total color impression:
– 5-angle color measurement for
light/dark travel evaluation
15° / 25° / 45° / 75° / 110°
– Additional color measurement behind
the gloss for color flop analysis: -15°
– Sparkle and graininess measurement
for flake characterization - Detection and quantification of fluorescent light excited in the visible range; Intensity Emission Value
- Excellent agreement between instruments allowing usage of digital standards among the supply chain
- Stable, long-term calibration – needed only every three months
- Temperature independent results between 10 – 40° C – without calibration
- Stable positioning due to 4 trigger pins on bottom plate – operator influence minimized
- 10 year warranty on LED light source – no lamp changes needed
- Operated by a rechargeable battery pack – good for 1,000 readings
- Menu guided operation according to your own sampling procedure
- Pass/Fail results displayed on the instrument for instant feed back of color performance at the production line
- Professional data documentation and analysis with smart-chart software
