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Measuring & Quantifying AppearanceSolution Catalogue

� e Stothard GroupColour & Appearance Specialists


So... You have a problem with appearance?

We can help you on your journey with the following options:

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TrainingLearn about the theory behind appearance to help you understand what could be causing your issues or to help you put your own controls in place. Comprehensive training is carried out on site and provides you with all the information needed to establish e� ective controls and methods.

Fact fi nding and method development serviceWe can fast track the process and have one of our consultants understand the issue and/or requirement and solve the problem by putting together an easy to understand method and a plan to implement a solution.

Already know what you need? We stock a vast range of optical equipment including Spectrophotometers and Colorimeters, Gloss meters, Lighting cabinets and Vision Systems with full service, calibration and technical support.

Use our Lab! We have a purpose built laboratory located in Leicestershire, East Midlands and it is kitted out with a variety of optical tools to carry out the measurements for you. All of our reports provide the method, the data and an explanation.

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Page 4/5 Colour & Appearance, Theory Training

Page 6/7 Fact fi nding and method development service

Page 8/9 Already know what you need?

Page 10/11 Portable & Handheld Colour Measurement

Page 12/13 Benchtop - Di� use Colour Measurement

Page 14/15 Non Uniform Colour Measurement

Page 16/17 Online Colour Measurement

Page 18 Gloss Measurement

Page 19 Multi Angle Colour Measurement

Page 20/21 Lighting cabinets

Page 22/23 Spectrometer/Spectroradiometer

Page 24/25 Weathering testing

Page 26/27 Industrial appearance sensors

Page 28/29 Colour Matching software

0/31 Inhouse Laboratory testing

Contents

4 COLOUR & APPEARANCE, THEORY TRAINING


An Introduction to appearance

Includes:• The Language of Appearance: Colour, Gloss, Haze, Texture.• Using appearance data to control our processes• What can be used to measure our products• Hints and tips on choosing the right tool for the job

Training can be carried out at our Leicestershire o� ces or on site and the attendees will receive a full attendance certifi cate at the end of the session and with our colour education booklet, “An introduction to Colour and Appearance.”

We can cater for up to 8 people with refreshments provided.

TrainingLearn about the theory behind appearance to help you understand what could be causing your issues or to help you put your own controls in place. Comprehensive training is carried out on site and provides you with all the information needed to establish e� ective controls and methods.1

6 FACT FINDING AND METHOD DEVELOPMENT SERVICE


Our fact fi nding and method development service is designed for customers that may not have the time or the facilities to carry out internal testing to develop a method.

We take time to understand your product and process and work to develop key measurement points.

Once we can monitor we are then able to set tolerances to control and provide vital information and help you relate this to quality and process parameters.

As soon as the background research and testing is complete we will move on to document the method, implement the controlling technology and train key team members.

Our service can be tailored to assist the NPD department.

To learn more and discuss ideas please contact Stephanie and team on + 44 (0)116 2691240 or email [email protected]

Fact fi nding and method development serviceWe can fast track the process and have one of our consultants understand the issue and/or requirement and solve the problem by putting together an easy to understand method and a plan to implement a solution.2

8 ALREADY KNOW WHAT YOU NEED?


Appearance Measurement

Colour, Gloss, Haze, Texture, Opacity,

When we measure the appearance of our products and samples we typically use optical equipment to quantify and provide sets of numbers to help us make informed decisions.

These decisions can be used to alter our processes in turn saving us money and providing our customers with a high quality and consistent product.

We provide a tailored service that includes:

• Surveying Needs• Installation• Training• Support• Service• Calibration

Already know what you need? We stock a vast range of optical equipment including Spectrophotometers and Colorimeters, Gloss meters, Lighting cabinets and Vision Systems with full service, calibration and technical support.3

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• Light weight and rubberised handle for operator comfort• Easy one handed operation with thumb-tip navigation of functions• Large, easy to read LCD graphical display• Displays colour data, colour di� erence data, colour plot, spectral

data, spectral data di� erence, spectral plot, spectral di� erence plot• Includes all commonly used colour scales and indices• Averages up to 20 sample readings

45°/0° Models: LAV 31.8mm (1.25in) Illuminated/25.4mm (1 inch) measured SAV 6.0mm (0.25 inch) illuminated/5.0 (0.2 inch) measured

Di� use/8° Models: LAV 25.4mm (1.00in) Illuminated/20.00mm (0.8 inch) measured SAV 14.3mm (0.60 inch) illuminated/8.0 (0.3 inch) measured

Hunterlab Miniscan EZHandheld Spectrophotometer for colour measurement

Miniscan EZ is a portable, refl ected colour measurement spectrophotometer.Hunterlab’s most popular handheld spectrophotometer provides a 31.8mm port size that has a 25mm viewed area. The large viewed area makes this unit suitable for a wide range of sample types such as fabrics, paper, powders, granules and liquids when measured through a sample cup.

The large

viewed area

makes this unit

suitable for a

wide range of

sample types.

PORTABLE & HANDHELD COLOUR MEASUREMENT


• Measures the refl ected colour of solids and liquids• Product-standard storage with Pass/Fail tolerances• Displays Colour Data, Colour Plot, Spectral Data and Spectral Plots• Available with 45°/0° measurement geometry• Requires very little bench space• Can be connected to a printer or a PC• Compatible with EasyMatch software

Port Diameter/View Diameter: 31.8 mm (1.25 in) illuminated/ 25.4 mm (1 in) measured

Optional port plates1.25 inch (32mm) with glass 1.25 inch (32mm) with 420nm UV Filter Assembly 1 inch (25mm) 1 inch (25mm) with glass 0.75 inch (19mm) 0.5 inch (13mm)

Hunterlab ColorFlex EZPortable benchtop spectrophotometer for colour measurement

With innovative 45/0 design. The ColorFlex EZ’s 45∞/0∞ design is the optimal instrument design for achieving colour quality perfection. It is the only instrument design in the industry that ‘sees’ your samples the way the human eye does.That means you see your colours exactly the way your customers do giving you unsurpassed confi dence and trust in your outcomes.

It is the only

instrument

design in the

industry that

‘sees’ your

samples the

way the human

eye does.

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Transmission clamp

Semi micro cell holder & optical assembly

Hunterlab Di� use, Dual-beam, Benchtop Spectrophotometers For colour measurement

HunterLab bench-top colour measurement systems o� er the ultimate in sample measurement precision and versatility. Whether your product is large or small, liquid or solid, powder or fl ake, smooth or textured, one of our bench-top systems will provide the best solution to your sample measurement needs. The spectrophotometers o� er greater fl exibility when measuring a sample’s colour or colour di� erence as it would appear under di� erent lighting conditions. In addition to routine quality control, these instruments are also well suited for research and process control applications.

Reflectance sample shelf with light cover

Transmission cell holder

O� er the

ultimate

in sample

measurement

precision and

versatility.

BENCHTOP - DIFFUSE COLOUR MEASUREMENT


Instrument Name Hunterlab ColorQuest XE Hunterlab UltraScan VIS Hunterlab UltraScan PRO

Geometry Diffuse d/8° reflectance,Specular Included & Excluded, d/8° total transmission, d/0° regular transmission

Wavelength Range 400-700nm 360-780nm 350-1050nm

Reporting Interval 10nm 10nm 5nm

Port Size/Measured area LAV: 25mm /19mm SAV: 9.5mm/6mm

LAV: 25mm /19mm SAV: 9.5mm/6mm

LAV: 25mm /19mm SAV: 9.5mm/6mm

Light Source Pulsed Xenon Lamp, Filtered to approximate D65

Lamp Life 1,000,000 Flashes 1,000,000 Flashes 1,000,000 Flashes

Transmission Modes Regular (RTRAN) & Total (TTRAN)

Repeatability < 0.03 Delta E* on white tile in LAV and SAV modes based on 20 readings

Inter-instrument Agreement Delta E*< 0.15 CIElab ( AVG ) on BCRA 2 Tile Set

For a full specifi cation sheet please visit www.colourmeasure.comand select the product from the navigation

In addition to

routine quality

control, these

instruments are

also well suited

for research and

process control

applications.

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Hunterlab D25NCNon Contact Spectrophotometer for Colour Measurement

Evolutionary. Revolutionary.Combining its unique automated motion with the ability to measure and average up to 5 readings per second, the D25 NC is unsurpassed in its ability to accurately measure large, irregular shaped samples of any type. From beans and chips to plastic pellets, the D25 NC is the ultimate choice for colour measurement.

• Automated non-contact colour measurement• Large Sample Area View: up to 129 cm≤ (20 in≤)• Simple sample set up: ‘Pour, Place & Measure’• Easy clean-up and maintenance• Repeatable measurement of irregularly shaped and colored samples• Stand-alone operation also compatible with EasyMatch QC Data

Analysis Software• Compact design requires minimum bench space• Easy-to-read colour display provides simple built-in user interface• Low power consumption

*D25 NC replaces discontinued products. D25 LT, D25 M, D25 A.

From beans and

chips to plastic

pellets, the D25

NC is the

ultimate choice

for colour

measurement.

NON UNIFORM COLOUR MEASUREMENT


Measurement Principle Dual-beam spectrophotometer

Geometry 0°/ 30° typical

Spectrophotometer Sealed optics; 256-element diode array; high resolution concave holographic grating

View Diameter 25.4 mm (1 in) (at 3.5-inch from sensor window)

Area View 129 cm≤ (20 in≤) per cycle

Specular Component Excluded

Spectral Range 400 nm - 700 nm

Spectral Resolution < 3 nm

Effective Bandwidth 10 nm equivalent triangular

Reporting Interval 10 nm

Photometric Range 0 to 150 %

Light Source Full spectrum, balanced solid state LED system

Lamp Life 5 years typicalMinimum Interval between

Measurement Cycles 5 seconds (1 cycle)

Number of Flashes Averaged per Measurement Cycle 25 flashes (1 cycle)

Displayed Height Resolution 1 mm or 0.1 in

Working Range 65 mm - 140 mm (2.5 in. - 5.5 in.) Maximum75 mm - 100 mm (3 in - 4 in) Optimum

Inter-Instrument Agreement ΔE*< 0.30 CIE L*a*b* (Avg) on BCRA II Tile SetΔE*< 0.50 CIE L*a*b* (Max) on BCRA II Tile Set

Colorimetric Repeatability(20 Readings)

ΔE*< 0.05 (Max)/0.03 (Avg) CIE L*a*b* on white tile

Data Views Color Data, Color Difference Data, Tristimulus Color Plot, Spectral Data, Spectral Difference Data, Spectral Plot, Spectral Difference Plot

Other Features Warn/Pass/Fail color indication

Illuminants A, C, D50, D55, D65, D75, F2, F7, F11

Observers 2° and 10°

Color Scales CIE L*a*b*, Hunter Lab, CIE L*C*h, CIE Yxy, CIE XYZ

Color Difference Scales ΔL*a*b*, ΔLab, ΔL*C*H, ΔL*C*h, ΔYxy, ΔXYZ

Color Difference Indices ΔE*, ΔE, ΔC*, ΔC and ΔE CMC

Indices and MetricsE313 Whiteness Index, Tint, E313 Yellowness Index, D1925 Yellowness Index, Y Brightness, Z%,

457 nm Brightness, Baking Contrast Units, Colorant Strength (Average and Single Wavelength), Gray Change, Gray Stain, dc*, dc, Metamerism Index, Shade Number

Data Storage As Standard - 250 spectral or tristimulus with Pass/Fail tolerances as Working, Physical, Numeric and HitchAs Sample - 2000 spectral

Languages Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish

Measurement

Performance

Firmware

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From the

beginning to

end, production

runs can be

continuously

monitored to

identify colour

variation and

out-of-spec

product.

ONLINE COLOUR MEASUREMENT


Hunterlab STHTOnline Spectrophotometer for Colour Measurement

On-line systems provide continuous, real-time measurement of your product on a process line. This allows you to respond to product colour changes when they happen, as they happen. HunterLab on-line instruments make real-time colour measurements of your product, without contact or intrusion, as it is being produced. From the beginning to end, production runs can be continuously monitored to identify colour variation and out-of-spec product. This information helps you make permanent process improvements, while providing assurance that your product is within specifi cation and allowing you to make shipment and allocation decisions.

• On-Line 10nm Spectrophotometer• Measures web, bulk, and individual product• Confi gurable real time data display• Design for harsh production environments• Precise continuous and simultaneous †height - colour measurement• Easy integration into plant control networks or standalone operation

This information

helps you make

permanent

process

improvements,

while providing

assurance that

your product

is within

specifi cation

and allowing

you to make

shipment and

allocation

decisions.

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Micro-glossSingle angle gloss meters for specifi c applications• 20° for high gloss paint and plastic• 60° for semi gloss paint and plastic• 85° for low gloss paint and plastic• 45° for ceramic and plastic fi lms• 75° for paper and vinyl siding• Intelligent auto diagnosis guarantees always accurate readings• Easy scroll wheel operation with multilingual menu• Statistics, Pass/Fail and Memory - ideal for QC and checks in the

fi eld• Continuous mode to check uniformity over large areas• Data transfer via USB or Bluetooth® wireless technology• Create professional QC-reports with the included easy-link software

Micro-TRI-glossThree angle gloss meter - see gloss changes under the right angle• 20, 60 and 85° in one: from high to low gloss - have the specifi ed

angle on hand• For any material: paint, plastic or even mirror-like metals• All angles measure at the same location, and the results appear

simultaneously• Intelligent auto diagnosis guarantees always accurate readings• Easy scroll wheel operation with multilingual menu Statistics, Pass/

Fail and Memory - ideal for QC and checks in the fi eld• Continuous mode to check uniformity over large areas• Data transfer via USB or Bluetooth® wireless technology• Create professional QC-reports with the included easy-link software

Micro-TRI-glossMeasure Gloss and Film Thickness at the same time - with one unit• Fast gloss and thickness control - at the same position• 20, 60 and 85° for high gloss to matte coatings• Fe/NFe sensor measures on ferrous and non-magnetic metal

substrates• Intelligent auto diagnosis guarantees always accurate readings• Easy scroll wheel operation with multilingual menu • Statistics, Pass/Fail and Memory - ideal for QC and checks in the

fi eld• Continuous mode to check uniformity over large areas• Data transfer via USB or Bluetooth® wireless technology• Create professional QC-reports with the included easy-link software

Gloss Measurement

GLOSS MEASUREMENT / MULTI ANGLE COLOUR MEASUREMENT


BYK-mac i 23 mmTotal color impression of e� ect coatings• Measuring area: 23 mm diameter• Total colour impression: 5-angle color measurement for light/dark

travel evaluation 15° / 25° / 45° / 75° / 110° - Additional colour measurement behind the gloss for colour fl op

analysis: -15°- Sparkle and graininess measurement for fl ake characterisation

• Excellent agreement between instruments allowing usage of digital standards among the supply chain

• Stable positioning due to 4 trigger pins on bottom plate – operator infl uence minimised

• 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

colour performance at the production line

BYK-mac i 12 mmTotal colour impression of e� ect coatings on small parts• Measuring area: 12 mm diameter• Total colour impression: 5-angle color measurement for light/

dark travel evaluation 15° / 25° / 45° / 75° / 110°- Additional colour measurement behind the gloss for colour fl op analysis: -15° - Sparkle and graininess measurement for fl ake characterisation

• Excellent agreement between instruments allowing usage of digital standards among the supply chain

• Stable positioning due to 4 trigger pins on bottom plate – operator infl uence minimised

• 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

colour performance at the production line

BYK-mac i ROBOTICTotal colour impression of e� ect coatings automated at the line• Robotic system to be mounted on a robotic arm – ensures

measurements on the same area and a high number of measured car bodies

• Total colour impression: 5-angle colour measurement for light/dark travel evaluation 15° / 25° / 45° / 75° / 110°- Additional colour measurement behind the gloss for colour fl op analysis: - 15°- Sparkle and graininess measurement for fl ake characterisation

• Excellent correlation to BYK-mac and BYK-mac COLOR• Stable positioning due to 4 trigger pins on bottom plate

Multi Angle Colour Measurement

• Detection and quantification of fluorescent

light excited in the visible range; Intensity Emission

Value• Stable, long-term

calibration – needed only every three months

• Temperature independent results between 10 – 40°

C – without calibration• 10 year warranty on LED

light source – no lamp changes needed

• Professional data documentation and analysis

with smart-chart software

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GTI ColorMatcher® SeriesThe ColorMatcher® Series is a family of colour matching systems designed to deliver the options and features you need to evaluate and communicate colour with confi dence. The four standard sizes will accommodate nearly any sample size. Custom sizes are available for larger sample sizes.

All models comply with industry standards including ASTM D1729-2009, SAE J361 and BS-950 Part 2 and are supplied with a certifi cate of product conformance (NIST traceable).

Five light sources provide an essential tool for visual colour assessment, comparison of colour variation and detection of metamerism. Light sources include artifi cial daylight (D65, D75, or D50), store light (CWF or TL84), home light (Incandescent A), optional source (D50, TL84, TL83, Horizon, or LED), and ultraviolet. These units also include the GTI ColorGuard II that tracks light source usage and indicates when to relamp, push button “Instant On” lamp selector, and automatic light source sequencing.

Model Viewing Area (H x W x D)

CMB-2028 19” x 28” x 20” (48 cm x 71 cm x 51 cm)

CMB-2540 25” x 40” x 25” (64 cm x 102 cm x 64 cm)

CMB-3052 30” x 52” x 30” (76 cm x 132 cm x 76 cm)

CMB-3064 30” x 64” x 30” (76 cm x 163 cm x 76 cm)

CMB-2540/FS colour matching booth with floor stand and two shallow flat file drawers (2F-2540)

CMB-2540 colour matching booth with two shallow flat file drawers (2F-2540) and storage cabinet (SC-2540)

CMB-2540 colour matching booth with one deep flat file drawer (1F-2540) and eight shallow flat file drawers (FD-2540)

Lighting Cabinets

LIGHTING CABINETS



MM-4e 14.25” x 24” x 16” (36 cm x 61 cm x 41 cm)

MM-2448e 22.75” x 48” x 23” (58 cm x 122 cm x 58 cm)

MM-2460e 22.75” x 60 x 23” (58 cm x 152 cm x 58 cm)


MM-1e 14.25” x 24” x 13.25” (36 cm x 61 cm x 34 cm)

MM-2e 13” x 18” x 10” (33 cm x 46 cm x 25 cm)

GTI MiniMatcher® SeriesThe tabletop MiniMatcher series is ideal for the viewing of cosmetics, coatings, consumer goods, ink, packaging, fashion, and more. The ASTM D1729-2009 compliant MiniMatcher series is available in fi ve standard models.

The MM-1e and MM-2e provide three standard light sources: artifi cial daylight (D65 or D50), store light (CWF or TL84), and home light (Incandescent A). Ultraviolet or LED are available as an option. Light sources are controlled by individual rocker switches.

The MM-4e, MM-2448e, and MM-2460e include fi ve unique light sources with a built-in daylight timer and an illuminated push button control that confi rms which light source is selected. Light sources include artifi cial daylight (D65 or D50), store light (CWF or TL84), home light (Incandescent A), optional source (D50, TL84, TL83, Horizon, or LED), and ultraviolet.

These viewing booths are easily programmable to provide one touch automatic light source sequencing. Automatic sequencing provides a fi xed viewing time for each source.

These viewing

booths are easily

programmable

to provide one

touch automatic

light source

sequencing.

Automatic

sequencing

provides a fi xed

viewing time for

each source.

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SP-75Spectrometer / Spectroradiometer• Spectral Irradiance• CIE 1931 (x, y) and 1976 (u’, v’) chromaticity coordinates• Dominant Wavelength• CCT and CRI• LED Measurement• VIS Light Measurement• UV Light Measurement• Lamp Measurement• Fiber Optic Illumination Measurement• Spectral Radiant Flux (as a component of the LMS-SP75-X light

measurement system)• Luminous Flux (Lumens) (as a component of the LMS-SP75-X

measurement system)

The SP-75 spectrometer /spectroradiometer o� ers the highest sensitivity, low noise and fi ne optical resolution. The SP-75’s sensitivity makes it ideally suited for high-speed, triggered single pulse or PWMcalibrated spectral irradiance measurements, or radiant fl ux measurements when combined with an integrating sphere and calibrated (this combination is o� ered as our LMS-SP75-X light measurement system).

Software CapabilitiesCIE 1931 Chromaticity Coordinates: x, yCIE 1976 Chromaticity Coordinates: u’, v’Correlated Colour TemperatureDominant WavelengthColour Rendering Index

O� ers the

highest

sensitivity,

low noise, and

fi ne optical

resolution.

SPECTROMETER/SPECTRORADIOMETER


SP-100Multifunctional Spectroradiometer SystemFully NIST Traceable Spectroradiometer with InternalTarget Spot Laser• Luminance, Radiance• Illuminance, Irradiance• x,y and u’,v’ chromaticity coordinates• Dominant Wavelength• CCT and CRI Applications• Display Measurement (LCD, PDP, OLED ...)• Display Calibration• Backlight Unit Measurement (LED and CCFL)• Front Projector Measurement• LED Measurement• Spectral Transmission & Refl ection

The SP-100 Multifunctional Spectroradiometer features a versatile “swap-and-go” design that utilizes interchangeable head attachments to allow measurement of spectral radiance, irradiance and fl ux. The SP-100 senses which measurement head is attached and automatically switches measurement units and calibration fi les, making this the most versatile, cost-e� ective spectroradiometer available. Its usability is further enhanced by unique features including an internal target spot laser for radiance measurements which projects a circular image onto the device under test. This shows the user the region to be measured and removes the inconvenience of a viewfi nder. The SP-100 also has the capability of simultaneously running up to 16 instruments on a single computer, allowing capture of many test points for high throughput tasks such as quality control in production.

Its usability

is further

enhanced by

unique features

including an

internal target

spot laser

for radiance

measurements

which projects

a circular image

onto the device

under test.

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SUNTEST XXL+The Atlas SUNTEST XXL+ is a large state-of-the-art xenon fl atbed instrument. The 3000 cm2 test chamber is perfect for high volume weathering testing of large fl at or 3-D specimen. SUNTEST XXL+ o� ers a complete set of features ideal for standard testing covering all common industry weathering standards.

SUNTEST XLS+The Atlas SUNTEST XLS+ is an advanced benchtop xenon tester with state-of-the-art UV-control for reliable R&D screening tests. The benchtop design fi ts into every lab while optional accessories? water spray, immersion, refrigeration expand the testing capabilities and o� er easy ways to customise it to your needs. It comes standard with a 1100 cm2 exposure area, suiting multiple fl at or 3D samples.

SUNTEST CPS+The Atlas SUNTEST CPS+ is the small entry model. CPS+ is the most widely used benchtop xenon instrument in the world. Its compact design, easy handling and proven reliability make it the ideal quality control and R&D screening device for a variety of industries, such as plastics, packaging, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and many more.

SUNTEST CPS+

SUNTEST XXL+

SUNTEST XLS+

WEATHERING TESTING


Xenotest 220The 220 is a large capacity lightfastness tester dedicated for textile testing. It comes with premium on-rack light and temperature sensor and non-aging optical fi lter technology. With the ability to test 38 samples, the 220 provides nearly twice as much capacity in the same footprint compared to 150S+. The combination of its large test chamber and the e� cient use of power and water make it today’s most economic air-cooled instrument available. It complies to standards

ISO 105 B02, AATCC TM16 (option 3), and Marks & Spencer C9, C9A.

Xenotest 220

Xenotest 440

Xenotest 440The Xenotest 440 is a highly versatile xenon weathering instrument for a variety of materials. Designed for fast and economical testing, the Xenotest 440 utilizes XenoLogicô, a revolutionary new twin-lamp operating technology which enables high irradiance levels of 120 W/m2 of total UV radiation. In addition, XenoLogic provides extended lamp service life. With this new technology, the two xenon lamps combined can last over 4000 hours under standard testing levels of 40-60 W/m2.

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Contrast SensorsCNTX Advanced Contrast Sensor• High colour contrast sensitivity and resolution.• High detection speed, 25-microsecond discrete output response.• Broad-spectrum white LED light source allows detection of all colours.• Calibration feature and three light source intensity settings allow a

wide range of adjustment capability.• Easy-to-use operator adjustable threshold.• Fast and convenient integration. In one sensor you get both analog

and discrete output, auto-detect for PNP/NPN confi guration.• Unique numerical display indicates measured levels making process

setup easy.• Circular spot allows for any orientation of sensor to marks.

Phosphorescence SensorsUVX-300 Series Phosphorescence Sensors• UVX-300P Phosphorescence Sensor• Digital display of phosphorescence level simplifi es set-up.• High-resolution analog output allows monitoring of sample by

external system.• Auto-teach and manual adjustment - easy for low-skill operators,

but able to be fi nely tuned.• High detection speed with 100 microsecond discrete output

response.• Metal alloy housing and glass lens for industrial applications.

Opacity TesterOPAX - Online Opacity Tester System for Container Manufacturing• Relative Opacity Units display.• High-resolution analog output allows monitoring of opacity by

external system.• High detection speed with 100 microsecond discrete output

response.• Adjustable brackets provide quick set-up and integration into your

process.• Calibration feature allows manual user sensitivity adjustment.• Laser-Mark position sensor indicates container positioned for

measurement.• Unique numerical display indicates measured levels, making process

set-up easy.• Rugged construction.

Here is just a small selection of the sensors we can supply

INDUSTRIAL APPEARANCE SENSORS


Colour SensorsColorMax-1000 Series Colour Sensors• Recognizes 15 colours. Use fewer sensors. No need to reprogram

when you change setups.• Traditional colour sensors output only a “match/no match” condition,

but the ColorMax™-1000 also outputs the analog values for each RGB reading. Now machines and operators can see not just which colour, but how much colour - enabling tighter control.

• White Balance Adjustment software provides a graphic user interface that simplifi es the calculation of the correction factors and the process of transmitting them to the sensor.

• 2 to 5 times faster sample speed - for fast manufacturing.• The only colour sensor in an M30 package.• Highest resolution and repeatability specs in the industry.• Sophisticated algorithms ignore luster.• PC-based confi guration; lock out unauthorised changes.

Colour SensorsColorMax VIEW- Translucent Colour Sensor• Establishes pass/fail criteria for colour characteristics of translucent

packaging materials to eliminate defects.• On-line measurement allows real-time quality control.• Modulated, wide spectrum white LED light source.• Software control enables comprehensive control of sensor settings.• Serial data output allows external systems to measure colour and

optimise the concentration of colorant, improving e� ciency and reducing cost.

• Three analog output channels (red, green and blue) for external level monitoring.

• Adjustable brackets provide quick set-up and integration.• Laser position sensor indicates container positioned for

measurement.• Rugged construction and exclusive M30 housing.with mark and

background keys.

Colour Mark SensorsCMYX Color Mark Detection Sensor• High colour contrast sensitivity and resolution.• High detection speed, 25-microsecond discrete output response.• Broad-spectrum white LED light source allows detection of all colors.• Calibration feature allows manual user sensitivity adjustment.• Unique numerical display indicates measured levels making process

setup easy.• Circular spot allows for any orientation of sensor to marks.

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Cosmetics

Paint

Plastic

Ink

Food

Specific

Textile

Color.Set.Match.™ These three words sum up the ease of use and

e� ectiveness solutions

and how with ISOMATCH and 3G technology, ISOCOLOR reinvents computer-aided formulation.

In addition to its powerful calculation engine that has already been proven in the performance of its pigment recipes, ISOMATCH 3G is

now distinguished by changes in design and ergonomics. At the cutting edge of technology, ISOMATCH 3G , thanks to its

precision, its smart features and ease of navigation, will be key to the e� ective control of colour within your company.

ISOCOLOR

COLOUR MATCHING SOFTWARE


ISOMATCH 3GSoftware formulation

Calculated formulation results from a single database, calibrated with samples of opaque, transparent, or translucent e� ects. Optimising

the performance calculation engine with 6 calculation engines sophisticated and intelligent. Development of hybrid engines for

applications specifi c. Innovative features for managing your colours and library construction virtual colours.

ISOQC 3GMeasures refl ectance, transmittance or black and white background for opaque samples, transparent, translucent or e� ect. Ultra-fast and easy navigation.

ISOBASE 3G3G Solution Available user version or

edition, web I server for sharing real-time data (SQL Server).

ISOBATCH 3GSoftware control and correction of your production. Automatic construction of a production history (traceability and statistics). Simplifi ed interface automatically saves all measurement data, formulation and correction. Extremely useful for tracking historical colour per customer. 3G ISOBATCH operates on the basis of data created by lsoMatch 3G.

Innovative

features for

managing

your colours

and library

construction

virtual colours.

Extremely

useful for

tracking

historical colour

per customer.

30 INHOUSE LABORATORY TESTING


When you are in need of a quick and low cost answer about a particular appearance parameter our laboratory test service based in Leicestershire is available.

We can provide the following information about your product:• Gloss• Colour (In common industry indices and scales)• Colour measurement at Multi-angles• Haze• Transmission• Irradiance• Spectral Data• Weathering

Our UK and Irish engineers maintain, calibrate and service the following optical equipment:• Gloss Meters• Lighting booths• Colorimeters• Spectrophotometers• Other optical equipment

For a full quotation please contact Stephanie and the team on +44 (0) 116 269 1240 or email [email protected]

Use our Lab! We have a purpose built laboratory located in Leicestershire, East Midlands and it is kitted out with a variety of optical tools to carry out the measurements for you. All of our reports provide the method, the data and an explanation.4


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