Micro-Epsilon Group Inline Color Measuring System colorCONTROL ACS7000

The colorCONTROL ACS7000 inline color measuring system recognizes colors not just by comparing them to reference values, but also by using their coordinates in the respective color space to ensure unique identification. Due to its very high measurement speeds, the colorCONTROL ACS7000 is suitable for applications where colors and shades have to be inspected on-the-fly and to very high accuracies. Due to the extremely high measurement accuracy, the system is also applied in laboratories. The spectral procedure is the most accurate method of color measurement. First, the sample is illuminated with a homogeneous white LED light. The spectrum of the reflected light is then calculated with a white reference. Then the coordinates in the CIE-XYZ color system are determined for all wavelengths of visible light (390 to 780 nm) and output in the desired color space. The controller takes into account different observation conditions such as the type of light (illuminant) and standard observer. Three operating modes are possible with the colorCONTROL ACS7000: In the first mode, the color distance ΔE is measured for reference. The system operates with up to 15 taught values. The second mode determines and outputs the reflectivity spectrum of the sample. The third mode determines color coordinates and displays these in the desired color space. For quality inspection purposes, a trend analysis can be performed over any time period via L*a*b*; XYZ or L*c*h color values. All modes support measurement speeds up to 2 kHz. Operation and display are performed via a web interface. Light/dark correction can also be carried out via buttons on the controller or through the user interface. Ethernet/EtherCAT, RS422 and digital I/Os are available for data output.