eXact Basic

Densitometer

Pricing Available Upon Request

  • Measures density and TVI (dot gain) for CMYK print and packaging jobs
  • Removes subjectivity and shortens make-ready by 10% through faster density control
  • Easy-to-use and upgradable to higher eXact models

Just-in-Time Control for CMYK Jobs

Looking for a simple device to measure density on press? The eXact Basic densitometer is designed specifically for CMYK jobs, enabling you to achieve and maintain accurate color throughout the run. With the eXact Basic, you can replace visual trial and error with fact-based color control for improved accuracy and consistency.

0.0–3.0 D

Inter-Instrument Agreement

<1sec

Measurement Time

45:0

Device Geometry

Achieve ROI in Less Than Two Months

The eXact Basic doesn’t just validate the color of CMYK and spot color inks, it facilitates a new level of print control. With an easy-to-use touchscreen for quick measurements and an intuitive set-up wizard, the eXact can help you meet quality targets and reduce make ready time by 10% for a fast ROI.

A Scalable Platform to Meet Your Changing Needs

The eXact Basic is upgradeable by password to any higher-end spectrophotometer within the eXact Family, making it a single portfolio that grows with your business needs.

Automatic Color Recognition

Generates automatic color recognition for CMYK and paper, solid, and tint patch types

Improved Pressroom Productivity

Intuitive set-up wizard facilitates quicker start up and less downtime

Protected, Automated White Tile Calibration

Protects the instrument from pressroom dust at all times

Specifications

Aperture 2 mm, 4 mm
Battery Lithium Ion, 7.4VDC, 2200mAh
BestMatch Feature no
Communication Interface USB 2.0; No Bluetooth
Connectivity USB
Density Range 0.0 D – 3.0 D
Density Standards Status A, E, I, T and G
Dimensions (length, width, height) 18 cm x 7.8 cm x 7.6 cm 7.1" x 3.1" x 3.0"
Humidity 30 to 85% RH (non-condensing)
Industry Standards ISO 5-4:2009(E), ISO 13655:2009
Instrument Display Color touch-screen, 320 x 240 pixels
Internal Temperature & Humidity Sensor 30 to 85% RH (non-condensing)
Languages Supported Chinese Simplified, Chinese Traditional, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Slovenian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, Vietnamese
Light Source Gas filled tungsten (illuminant type A) and UV LED
Macintosh MacOS X 10.10, 10.11, 10.12, 10.13
Measurement Conditions M0, M1 (part 1), M1 (part 2) , M2, M3
Measurement Geometry 45°/0° ring illumination optics, ISO 5-4:2009(E)
Measurement Time < 1 sec
NetProfiler Support No
Operating Temperature Range 10°C to 35°C
50°F to 95°F
Optical Brigtener Compensation (OBC) No
PantoneLIVE Support No
Pass / Fail No
Service Indicator Certification Reminder
Short Term Repeatability - Density '+/- 0.01 D for CMYK (Status E or Status T measurements, maximum error compared to mean value of 10 measurements every 5 seconds at 2.0 D except for M3 Yellow at 1.7 D)
Software Development Kit Yes
Software Modes Basic
Spectral Analyzer DRS Spectral Engine
Spectral Range 400nm to 700nm
Storage Temperature Range '-20° to 50°C
-4° to 122°F
User Experience Start-up wizard, configurable, upgradable
Voltage 12 VDC @ 2.5 A
Warranty 1 year
Weight 700 g
1.6 lbs.
What's Included? USB cable, power supply, CD with software and documentation, docking/charging station, quick start guide, carrying case, device certificate