500 Series spectrodensitometers measure density, color and spectral data.They are available with a variety of aperture size options, and some models also have the capacity to store information on color standards and formulas. Configurable for left- or right-handed operation, they feature full menu commands in multiple languages.

504 SpectroDensitometer

What could be simpler? Our entry-level model 504 measures any density status quickly and reliably.

• Large display shows choice of single, 3-color or 4-color density values
• Density references to store shop or customer specs & see if density changes are needed
• Features high-impact materials for reliability and an industry-leading 3 year warranty
• Upgrade via keycode to add dot area, trap, color or spectral data
• Only X-Rite lets you select a measurement aperture - microspot 1.6 x 3.2mm, small 2.0mm, medium 3.4mm or large 6.0mm

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508 SpectroDensitometer

Our basic 508 densitometer is great for prepress and the press room - it accurately measures density, dot area and dot gain in a single instrument.

• Keep proofing and press runs consistent by impartially evaluating print quality
• Critical density and dot area evaluation of ink levels and ink-water balance on press
• Document density data to quantify press approvals and ensure multi-part jobs or customer reprints are up to color
• Set references for dot gain and density to ensure customer and internal color requirements are met
• Only X-Rite lets you select a measurement aperture - microspot 1.6 x 3.2mm, small 2.0mm, medium 3.4mm or large 6.0mm

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518 SpectroDensitometer

Our standard pressroom densitometer is essential for 4-color press operators. Use it to help determine which press adjustments need to be made during the run.

• Trap feature helps quickly determine whether on-press color shifts may be due to ink rotation or tack using
• Check for ink consistency through the run with hue-error and grayness features - evaluate the extent of color contamination or dirtiness
• Establish optimum density levels and objectively assess shadow detail with industry-standard print contrast feature
• Quickly and easily measure any color bar - the built-in EFS function selects the proper feature (density, dot, trap, print contrast) based on the patch you measure
• Upgrade using a keycode to add new features like color or spectral data
• Only X-Rite lets you select a measurement aperture - microspot 1.6 x 3.2mm, small 2.0mm, medium 3.4mm or large 6.0mm

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520 SpectroDensitometer

With the growing adoption of color management, the 520 is the perfect, versatile solution for evaluating cms performance and for assessing proof to print matching.

• Only industry densitometer to also offer L*a*b*
• Evaluate proofing and press materials to new international standards for color matching
• Measure density and dot to ensure basic reproduction metrics are in line
• Store color references for quick evaluations of color difference from proofing or press targets
• Upgrade to the 528 to add more color and density capabilities
• Only X-Rite lets you select a measurement aperture - microspot 1.6 x 3.2mm, small 2.0mm, medium 3.4mm or large 6.0mm

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528 SpectroDensitometer

For printers who print special colors and process color, the 528 is the basic model of choice. It has a full selection of densitometry capability plus several essential color features.

• Evaluate whether your special colors, densities, dot gains and other critical measures meet pre-established targets
• What PANTONE® color is that? Match feature looks up the closest color in a swatch book you specify
• Get pre-set ink formulas for stored color libraries, or create and download your own using the included ColorMail Express software (for Windows)
• Establish or verify color management profiles using the color features; supported by many CMS packages
• Upgrade to add spectral data by using a simple keycode
• Only X-Rite lets you select a measurement aperture - microspot 1.6 x 3.2mm, small 2.0mm, medium 3.4mm or large 6.0mm

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530 SpectroDensitometer

The 530 offers full spectral data, colorimetry or densitometry, all from a single, rugged instrument.

• With optional microspot, this hand-held measures color targets as narrow as 1.6mm while most spectrophotometers measure a 4.0mm spot size
• Provides precise color and paper analysis on a large graphic display
• Has all 500-Series functions, including density, dot area, trap, print contrast, hue error grayness, color, match, paper functions and compare
• Connect with X-RiteColor Master software (optional) to keep record of color measurements or generate accurate formulas for special ink colors
• Security features lock preferences including the enabled features, color and density references, and calibration procedure

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