The X-Rite Ci7800 Series Benchtop Spectrophotometers (including Ci7800 and Ci7860) are high-end solutions for precise color measurement and control, designed for industries requiring exceptional accuracy such as printing, packaging, textiles, coatings, and automotive manufacturing. Featuring d/8° integrating sphere geometry and advanced software integration, the Ci78xx series ensures color consistency across the entire supply chain, from raw materials to finished products.
Key Features:
Exceptional Accuracy and Repeatability:
- Inter-instrument agreement: ≤ 0.08 ΔE*ab
- Repeatability: ≤ 0.01 ΔE*ab
- Xenon flash illumination, calibrated to D65 daylight conditions for realistic color evaluation
Flexible Measurement Capabilities:
- Suitable for a wide range of materials: opaque, translucent, transparent, including liquids, powders, gels, and materials containing optical brightening agents (OBA)
- Multiple measurement apertures: 25 mm, 17 mm, 10 mm, 6 mm, 3.5 mm
- Supports transmission measurements with multiple aperture options
- Optional UV filters: 400 nm, 420 nm, 460 nm for accurate OBA control
Advanced Technology Integration:
- Compatible with Color iQC for tolerance evaluation and real-time feedback
- NetProfiler for global instrument standardization and performance optimization
- Integrated digital camera for sample preview, image capture, and defect detection (e.g., scratches, stains)
Robust and User-Friendly Design:
- Compact footprint: 56 × 22 × 31 cm, weight ~20.5 kg
- Built-in environmental sensors (temperature: 5–40°C, humidity: 5–85%)
- Lamp lifetime: over 1 million measurements, reducing maintenance costs
Applications:
- Printing & Packaging: Ensures accurate color matching for inks, substrates, and coatings
- Textiles: Color measurement for fabrics, including those with OBA
- Plastics & Coatings: Monitors color consistency throughout production
- Automotive: Maintains color uniformity across plastic and metal components
Model Comparison (Ci7800 vs. Ci7860):
- Ci7800:
- Standard configuration with multiple apertures and UV filter options
- Ideal for quality control and supply chain color management
- Ci7860:
- Enhanced configuration with advanced UV control and extended features
- Compatible with PantoneLIVE
- Suitable for advanced color research and development (R&D)
