Xrite - Portable Spectrophotometer - MA98
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MA98 Portable Multi-Angle Spectrophotometer
Color can make or break a product. Metallics, pearlescents, and other complex special effect finishes deliver limitless possibilities for enhancing product appeal. And limitless challenges as well. Duplicating complex colors from part to part is no easy task. X-Rite has answers. Our MA98 spectrophotometer is an intelligent, hand-held tool with the power to provide reliable, consistent data on special effect coatings that were formerly impossible to measure.
By using dual illuminators and sensors that measure more in-plane and out-of-plane angles than any instrument in its class, the MA98 is the only device that meets the ASTM standard (E2539) for measuring interference pigments. We developed a proprietary mathematical model for just this purpose. It identifies surface data points and create a unique color signature that takes into account the coating formula and how the coating was applied.
Operation is enhanced by exclusive advantages, such as X-ColorQC® software that enhances process recording, reporting, and control and a JOBs software mode that allows text or visual measurement direction to ensure consistency.
So now, the only limit to working with special effect finishes is your imagination.
Product Features:
Color can make or break a product. Metallics, pearlescents, and other complex special effect finishes deliver limitless possibilities for enhancing product appeal. And limitless challenges as well. Duplicating complex colors from part to part is no easy task. X-Rite has answers. Our MA98 spectrophotometer is an intelligent, hand-held tool with the power to provide reliable, consistent data on special effect coatings that were formerly impossible to measure.
By using dual illuminators and sensors that measure more in-plane and out-of-plane angles than any instrument in its class, the MA98 is the only device that meets the ASTM standard (E2539) for measuring interference pigments. We developed a proprietary mathematical model for just this purpose. It identifies surface data points and create a unique color signature that takes into account the coating formula and how the coating was applied.
Operation is enhanced by exclusive advantages, such as X-ColorQC® software that enhances process recording, reporting, and control and a JOBs software mode that allows text or visual measurement direction to ensure consistency.
So now, the only limit to working with special effect finishes is your imagination.
Product Features:
- Accurate, repeatable sample positioning is obtainable with pressure feedback control and LED indicators
- Portable, lightweight, and rugged design featuring a soft touch overmold case with two-hand configuration
- xDNA driven, and bundled with X-Color QC measurement and analysis software
- Quick Reads, measurements are achieved within 2 seconds
- Ten angles of measurement and two illumination angles allow for complete analysis
- Strategic design ensures proper aperture location and measurements that are unaffected by ambient light
- Communication available through USB or wireless Bluetooth (in compliant countries only)
- Program measurement position and sequence
- Increased lamp life featuring replaceable lamp modules, reduced battery consumption, with a lithium ion 7.4 v. commercially available battery
- Enhanced color resolution with a 31-point Dynamic Rotation Sampling color engine
- Compatibility with existing data measured by other X-Rite instruments
- Measurement unaffected by ambient light
- Intuitive four-button navigation and icon driven color LCD, allows for universal functionality in all work conditions
- Meets DIN and ASTM standards:
- ASTM D 2244, E 308, E 1164, E 2194, E 2539, DIN 5033, 6174, 6175-2, ISO 7724; SAE J1545
| Short Term Repeatability - White | ► 0.03 avg. ∆E* white ceramic |
|---|---|
| Measurement Geometry | 10 angles of measurement and 2 illumination angles |
| Inter-Instrument Agreement | 0.18 ∆E* avg. on BCRA |
| Illumination Spot Size | Approx. 12mm (.5 inch) |
| Lamp Life | 750,000 measurements |
| Light Source | 15° and 45° tungsten halogen |
| Measurement Cycle Time | 2 sec |
| Measurement Spot | Approx. 12mm (.5 inch) |
| Measurement Time | Approx. 2 seconds |
| Photometric Range | n/a |
| Spectral Interval | 10 nm |
| Spectral Range | 400-700 nm |
| Color Differences | L*a*b*, L*C*h°, ΔE*; ΔECMC; ΔE DIN6175, ΔE2000 |
| Illuminants | A, C, D50, D65, F2, F7, F11 & F1 |
| Observers | 10 |
| Humidity | 85% Relative Humidity max (non-condensing) |
| Operating Temperature Range | 50F to 104F (10C to 40C) |
| Storage Temperature Range | -4F to 122F (-20C to 50C) |
| Dimensions (length, width, height) | 3.4 x 4.5x 10.6 inches (8,7cm x 11,4cm x 26,9cm) |
| Weight | 2.5 lbs 1.13 kgs |
| Communication Interface | USB 2.0 Bluetooth wireless (in compliant countries only) |
| Battery | Lithium ion |
| Voltage | 7.4vDC @ 2400mAh |
| Industry Standards | ASTM D 2244, E 308, E 1164, E 2194; DIN 5033, 6174, 6175-2; ISO 7724; SAE J1545. |
| Calibration | white/black calibration |
| Warranty | 1 year |
