SpectroDens | Handheld and Scanning Densitometer — Densitometers for Print and Packaging

Spectro-Densitometer is ideal for prepress and pressroom operators that wish to accurately and consistently measure ink density, dot area and dot gain for high quality printing. Handheld and Scanning Densitometer

Conveniently OperatedSpectroDENS gives press operators a fast, and convenient way to control print color and density.

Built to LastThe SpectroDens features a unique, patented design making it the most ergonomic and rugged handheld available for pressroom use.

ReliableThe spectral color engine delivers unbeatable measurement accuracy and consistency over time.

SpectroDens Highlights

Quick Measurement of Color and Density Both process and spot colors can be controlled. Shows solid ink density, % dot area, gray balance and deltaE color values important for Pantone™ and critical brand colors.

Density Adjustment Recommendation Suggests ink density adjustment that will give the best color match. A unique report shows density variation across press along with adjustment for each section.

Spot and Scan Measurement in Same Device Scan any color bar containing up to 54 patches; no guide bar required, 4 wheels keep straight alignment while scanning.Implement G7™ Compliance and Control G7 feature that displays recommended ink key specific adjustments of C,M,Y densities to obtain neutral values according to the G7 specification.

Quick Proof Verification by Scan Media Wedge Scan control wedge in seconds to confirm proofs against ISO 12647–7 and known datasets like GRACol, SWOP3, SWOP5, IFRA, UGRA/FOGRA G7™ etc.

ISO Check in 3 Seconds Quick method for verifying print-to-print and print-to-standard color quality clearly indicating a pass or fail condition.

QC Software Included Create, edit and manage your color libraries. Export color data. Generate QC reports. Manage instrument.

SpectroDENS has been evaluated and adopted by printing companies big and small with the highest standards for quality. Our customers include Bemis, Quad, RockTenn, Menasha, Heidelberg, RR Donnelly. Here are some examples of their comments:

“♦ We use the Techkon SpectroDens here. Works great for us, includes measurement export, nice trending features and a lot of features built in to one device. The ink check feature is very user friendly as well.”

“♦ You are absolutely right the Techkon SpectroDens is very rugged and reliable.”

“♦ The Techkon SpectroDens has the better UI, superior ergonomics, measurement speed, and nice *free* software.”

“♦ We have both and the Techkon is better designed all the way around. If for no other reason, you can set it directly on the patch you want to measure and take a reading.”

What size aperture is included with SpectroDens? The SpectroDens comes with a 3mm aperture. A smaller 1.5mm aperture is available at an additional cost.

Is the SpectroDens a densitometer or a spectrophotometer? Both. Measurement is spectral. The spectral data is converted into density or colorimetric information. The spectral measurement technology calculates not only density values for CMYK, but also exact data for the density of spot colors.

Are there different versions available? Yes, there are three different performance packages: The Basic model with essential density functions, the Advanced version with extended density functions and colorimetry and the “all-options” flagship the Premium device.

Can the units be upgraded? Yes, very easy via program upload with the USB connection to a PC.

Which TECHKON products are replaced by SpectroDens? The former R410 and R410e devices are in functionality comparable to SpectroDens Basic. SpectroDens Advanced replaces the SD 620 and SpectroDens Premium the SP 820 and SP 830 products.

What is included in the package? The measurement device, charging console with integrated white standard, device case, USB-cable, CD with software SpectroDens Connect, manual with ISO 9000 certificate.

Which system requirements does the software SpectroDens Connect have? Microsoft Windows 7, 8, or 10 and an USB-port for connecting the device.

DownloadsTechkon SpectroConnect 2.5.2 [145MB]Techkon SpectroDens Color Books [1.09MB]Techkon SpectroDens Firmware 8.08/11.07 [1.72MB]Techkon SpectroDens Manual [3.79MB]Techkon SpectroDens Brochure [808KB]Techkon SpectroDens Brochure (in Spanish) [767KB]

Measurement Modes Basic Advanced Premium Automatic CMYK Density Measurement ✔✔✔Gray Balance Dot Area, Gain & Contrast Ink Trapping USB/ Wifi ✔✔✔ ✔✔✔ ✔✔✔Optional Spectral Density (Spot Color Density) Characteristic Printing Curve ✔✔✔ ✔✔✔ ✔

Printing Plate Slur and Doubling Value Density Graph Expresso ✔✔ ✔✔✔ ✔✔✔ ✔✔✔Mini (Density Trend) Scan Single or Multiple Row Color Bars (Print Curve Density) ✔✔✔ ✔✔✔Supports M0-M3 Measuring Conditions Displays Visual Color Difference CIE Color ✔✔ ✔✔Reports and Remission Curve Gracol G7™ — GrayGuide Ink Check (Color Guide) ✔✔ ✔✔ ✔✔Color Library On-board Memory stores up to 4,500 Colors ISO Check (Scan or Spot ✔✔ ✔✔Measurements) CIE LChab, xyY, Luv, LCHuv, DIN Lab99 Scan Single or Multiple Row Color Bars ✔ ✔(Color and Density) Metamerism index Whiteness, Yellowness Pass-Fail Tolerance ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔Averaging Media Wedge (Scan or Spot Measurements) ✔ ✔

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