Color-View Bench-top Spectrophotometer

The color-view spectrophotometer is a highly reliable 45/0 instrument with circumferential illumination. It is designed to measure rough, directional surfaces, pellets or powdered materials like plastic concentrates and resins, and smooth uniform surfaces like paint drawdowns and sprayouts, all with the same degree of certainty.

Features

• Color (45/0 or sphere) and 60° gloss are displayed at the same time
• In compliance with international specifications - DIN approval for gloss measurement
• Tolerances for color and gloss allow quick pass/fail decisions in production
• Compact size takes up less bench space
• Guaranteed repeatability through a patented self-calibration
• No color changes due to temperature or light exposure because of rapid measurement and cool measurement port
• Built-in retroviewer provides easy sample positioning
• Variety of samples can be measured with interchangeable apertures: 4, 11, 32 mm
• Powders, slurries and pellets are easily measured with a glass sample cup
• Built-in 60° gloss option allows simultaneous measurement of gloss and color
• auto-QC software included

auto-QC Windows® Based Color QC Software

• User defineable screen layouts and print-outs
• Easy creation of macros to simplify routine procedures
• Manual and automatic tolerance settings
• Powerful, built-in Access® database for any search routine needed
• Exports data to common Windows® spreadsheet programs

color-view Sample Cup

Color Measurement of Plastic Pellets

To measure granular materials like plastic pellets, care must be taken in order to achieve repeatable results. BYK-Gardner offers two solutions for sample presentation.

Sample Cup

The sample cup allows easy measurement of pellets, powders and slurries. For precise and repeatable results the sample aperture must be replaced by the glass plate at the time of calibration. Additionally, it is recommended to average at least 3 readings by refilling the cup each time. To eliminate the influence of ambient light, the black sample cup cover can be used.

Sample Rotator

For the first time, it is possible to repeatably measure pellets with minimal operator sample handling. The sample rotator is an automatic device that is attached on top of the color-view. It uses a rotating system that is powered by the instrument. As the sample container is turning over a defined time period, refilling becomes obsolete

• Saves sample preparation time
• Frees up personnel for other important tasks
• Improves repeatability and reproducibility

Color-View Measurement Aperture

Measurement Aperture

The color-view allows easy interchanging of measurement apertures, beneficial for measuring a wide range of sample sizes. A small aperture should be used for small parts or homogeneous surfaces. The large aperture is best for larger components or non-homogeneous surfaces.

Color-View Calibration Puck

Calibration Puck

• Holds black and white calibration tiles
• Certificate of traceability for white opal

Color-View Halogen Lamp

Replacement Lamp

The color-view uses a tungsten halogen lamp which has an expected lifetime of 8,000 hours. For accurate readings it is recommended to change the lamp at least once a year.

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