X-Rite Pantone launches affordable Ci4100 countertop spectro to improve colour matching for retail paint and hardware stores

The Ci4100's small footprint and relatively light weight makes it easy to orient in either the horizontal or vertical position to take colour measurements of large or bulky items. The instrument uses a powerful 31-point colour engine and Spectalon sphere to precisely define even hard-to-match colours such as dark reds, browns and greens so paint can be mixed right the first time, with few instances of mis-tints.

The Ci4100 has a number of features that give retailers a significant competitive advantage by providing exceptional customer service in colour matching, while at the same time reducing time that it takes to train personnel on proper use and calibration of the instrument. The instrument connects seamlessly with the industry's leading software program for paint colour matching and formulation -- X-Rite's ColorDesigner PLUS software that drives all major types of dispensers.

The Ci4100 features:
•Accurate colour measurement. The Ci4100 uses a 31-point color engine and precisely machined Spectalon sphere to measure colours in the 400 to 700 nm range.
•Built-in calibration tile. No more searching for the standard tile when the instrument is to be calibrated.
•Small footprint that conserves countertop space. The instrument measures 8.7 inches high, by 7.5 inches wide and 10.4 inches long.
•Window that provides clear view of where measurements are taken with 4 mm area, the smallest target available for this class of instruments so colours of samples can be defined with tight accuracy.
•Gloss value enables sales associates to precisely measure colours of samples ranging from satin to high gloss finish.
•Easy connection with personal computers through USB port.
•Seamless connection with ColorDesigner PLUS software.
•Consistency with historical data with other X-Rite sphere handheld instruments.