Techkon SpectroPlate
Description Techkon SpectroPlate What's Included The measurement device SpectroPlate A Charger Console with integrated white standard AC adapter with universal plugs Device case USB-cable CD with SpectroConnect software Manual with ISO 9000 compliant certificate SpectroPlate Highlights In the age of Computer-to-Plate, quality control in pre-press is paramount for print quality. TECHKON SpectroPlate plays a crucial role in this comprehensive process control by offering precise measurements of dot transfer on offset printing plates. Departing from the limitations of using densitometers on plates, SpectroPlate employs modern microscopic image capture technology in a compact handheld device. SpectroPlate's measurement accuracy is driven by a high-quality optical system and powerful image processing algorithms. The device uniformly illuminates the plate sample with spectral broadband light, captures microscopic images through a precision optical lens system and a CMOS color matrix sensor, and processes the color image with sophisticated algorithms. The LCD displays all relevant quality parameters for correctly manufactured printing plates. Versatile in use, SpectroPlate precisely reads any screen size and technology – FM, AM, or Hybrid screen. Its spectrally white illumination and dynamic color evaluation enable reading various plate types and coated surfaces. Beyond plate reading, the device excels in dot measurement on film and printed paper in CMYK print. Acting as a portable microscope, SpectroPlate reveals hidden details, allowing visual judgment of printing plates and the detection of any soiling or exposure errors. Model Comparison Bundle Comparison Measurement Modes SpectroPlate Start SpectroPlate Expert SpectroPlate All-Vision % Dot Measurement ✔ ✔ ✔ Screen Angle in Degree ✔ ✔ ✔ Screen Frequency in l/cm and lpi ✔ ✔ ✔ Dot Gain Transfer Curve ✔ ✔ Geometric Analysis: Distance in micrometers and mils ✔ ✔ Memory for 100 Data Sets ✔ ✔ Measurement of Low-Contrast, Latent image, Process-less-Plates ✔ SpectroPlate Start Features % Dot measurement This measurement function displays the geometric dot area of a raster screen in percentage. It is the ratio between the area covered with dots and the total area. A value of 50 % means for example, that half of the total area is covered with dots. Screen angle in degrees The 0°-reference for the screen angle display is parallel to the front side of the device. Screen frequency in l/cm and lpi SpectroPlate screen frequency in l/cm and lpi precisely reads any screen size and screen technology. Back To The Top ⇑ SpectroPlate Connect Software included The included SpectroPlate Connect Software transfers data from the Techkon SpectroPlate to your PC. Displays transfer curves an measured values export to rips and Microsoft Excel. View and export high resolution images of Printing Plates. Back To The Top ⇑ SpectroPlate Expert Features (include SpectroPlate Start Features) Dot gain transfer curve Dot gain transfer curve shows the difference between measured dot value and reference value in a graph. Geometric analysis Geometric analysis function evaluates the geometrical properties of circles. The smallest and the largest diameter are analyzed and displayed. If there are 3 or more circles in the area the average diameter of the smallest and largest circles will be displayed. Back To The Top ⇑ Memory for 100 data sets The measured data can be managed within the device and can be transmitted to the computer as well. Average measurement Average measurements are useful when the measurement patch is not uniform. Then it is advisable to measure at different spots of the measurement patch. Back To The Top ⇑ SpectroPlate All-Vision Features (include SpectroPlate Start and Expert Features) Measurement of Processless Plates Supports measurement of chemistry-free, processless plates with very low visible contrast Back To The Top ⇑ Video VIDEO: Techkon SpectroPlate