About
SpectroDens is your all-purpose, modern measurement device for every application from pre-press to print. Whether it be in pre-print for verifying proofs, for ongoing quality control at the printing press, during delivery inspection of paper and print products or in a color lab, SpectroDens is exceptionally suitable, no matter which application.
It combines the qualities of a highly accurate spectophotometer and an easy-to-use densitometer. Measurement is spectral, i.e. the entire color information – the spectral fingerprint of the color – is precisely registered. The data is converted into measurement data for descriptive analysis and display.
The device works strictly according to the standards valid for the Graphic Industry. It is particularly good at evaluating the Ugra/FOGRA-media wedge because it toggles between colorimetric measurement without polarization filter and density measurement with filter at the push of a button.
The supplied Windows-software TECHKON SpectroConnect provides the connection between SpectroDens and the PC via the micro-USB connector or via the optionally available WLAN module. Measurement data can thus be comfortably viewed and processed on the PC.
Versions & Functions
The SpectroDens is a versatile color measurement device offered in three versions: Basic, Advanced, and Premium. The Basic model includes standard density functions, the Advanced adds colorimetric features and a color library, and the Premium provides full quality control capabilities.
All models have a color display, support short scan measurements, and use LED technology compliant with ISO 13655 (M0–M3). The Premium version can also scan and evaluate up to 100 measuring patches, and wireless data transfer is available via an optional WLAN module. The Basic and Advanced versions can be upgraded later through a paid software update.
SpectroDens Basic
- Automatic density
- Density CMYK (with reference measurements)
- Dot area
- Dot gain
- Print contrast
- Gray and color balance
- Ink trapping
- Print ing curve (short scan)
- Density spectrum
- Spectral density for spot colors Trend function ExPresso mini
- Slur/doubling
- Dot area to Yule-Nielsen for printing plates
- Spot Colour Tone Value (SCTV)
- Spot Colour Tone Value (SCTV) Printing curve (short scan)
- Average
SpectroDens Advanced
Same functions as SpectroDens Basic and additionally:
- CIE L*a*b*
- CIE L*a*b* + D
- G7™ (short scan)
- ΔE*a*b*
- CIE L*C*h*ab
- CIE XYZ
- CIE color circle
- ΔE*cmc
- ΔE*CIE94
- ΔE*CIE2000
- Remission spectrum
- InkCheck: Color control of spot colors
- Color library with up to 20 color books and a total number of 25000 reference values
- Memory capacity for 3000 sample values and 300 reference values
Highlights
- High-resolution spectral engine
- Direction-independant, ISO-compliant measuring head
- Precisely CNC machined, solid aluminum unibody case
- Fast single measurements and scan lengths up to 200 measurement patches
- Wireless, inductive battery charging
- Long-lasting battery for approx. 10000 measurements per charge
- Intuitive operation and convenient handling
- Micro-USB connector; WLAN module optionally
- Memory for 25000 reference values