The shape of the instrument is designed to ensure easy handling and true portability. Due to its intuitive menu quality control of metallic finishes has never been easier.

• Menu guided operation according to your own sampling procedure
  
• Designated buttons for standard and sample readings
  
• Scroll wheel to select menu functions
  
• Large color display - easy-to-read inside and outside
  
• Storage of up to 1000 readings in selectable memories
  
• smart-chart software for professional analysis, documentation and data management
• Plug-in WiFi adapter is an optional accessory that can be easily attached to the interface port of the BYK-mac i. Setting up your own network within a blink of an eye guarantees flawless data transfer which is not tied down by a cable anymore.
• The instrument is operated with a rechargeable battery pack (Li-Ion). The docking station automatically charges the battery pack in the instrument as well as a spare pack located in the docking station. Optionally the instrument can be operated with 4 standard mignon alkaline or rechargeable batteries. The docking station also transfers measured data to a PC.
  
  

In order to guarantee stable positioning, the BYK-mac i is equipped with trigger pins on the bottom plate of the instrument. If the pins do not have contact with the surface, an error message will be displayed.

This ensures reproducible results on test panels as well as curved parts (r > 500 mm). Additionally, the surface temperature is measured and saved with each measurement.

The BYK-mac i spectrophotometer uses a light source with longterm stability and patented illumination control which provides superior accuracy and low maintenance for many years.

• Stable, long-term calibration - needed only every three months
• Temperature independent measurement results between 10 - 40 °C - without calibration
• Excellent agreement between instruments allowing usage of digital standards among the supply chain
• 10 year warranty on the light source - no lamp changes needed
• The BYK-mac i spectrophotometer is equipped with additional sensors to detect fluorescent light excited in the visible range. The Intensity Emission value quantifies the fluorescent light and can be used as a preliminary indicator for light fastness.

Special effect finishes are used in many applications to create new color impressions pronouncing the design of a product. Objects like mobile phone housings, bicycles or window handles are very small or curved. They require a color instrument with small aperture and repeatable sample placement. BYK-mac i with 12 mm aperture guarantees repeatable results even on such products.The BYK-mac i 12 mm uses a light source with long-term stability and a patented illumination control which provides superior accuracy and low maintenance. Includes above features as well as:

• 5-angle color measurement for light/dark travel evaluation: 15° / 25° / 45° / 75° / 110°
  
• Additional color measurement behind the gloss for color flop analysis: -15°
  
• Stable, long-term calibration - needed only every three months
• Operated by a rechargeable battery pack - good for 1000 readings

• Reliable readings for various sample sizes
• 4 pin positioning for minimum sample size of 35 x 45 mm which can be varied by check zone depending on curvature
• Optional sample holder for small parts The holder is equipped with a mask to fit the aperture of the BYK-mac i 12 mm and a tilting handle to fix the instrument
• Repeatable sample placement and reliable measurement results are guaranteed.
• Application specific presentation tools:
  • Flexible sample table
  • Sample pin
  • Positioning tool for centering sample
• Minimum sample size: Ø 30 mm
• Maximum distance between measurement spot and back rail: 50 mm
• 5.1 x 5.2 x 10.4 in (130 x 140 x 263 mm)
• 3.75 lbs (1.7 kg)

BYK-Gardner offers you more than just an instrument. We assist you in analyzing your color readings as well as sparkle and graininess data. As a result you will be able to use the BYK-mac i to save time and money, while at the same time improving quality. Therefore, the instrument comes with a one day training course including:

1. Color and Effect Theory
• Parameters influencing total color impression of effect finishes
• Color and effect differences for trouble shooting
2. Operation and Software training smart-process
   • Standard management
   • Set-up an "organizer" to create a routine measurement procedure
   • Programming of the instrument with "organizer" and measurement of several samples
   • Data transfer to smart-chart software and saving in a database for routine QC
   • Data analysis using standard reports:
     • Test Report: Shows measurement data for a single test series - ideal for color harmony reviews -
     • Scorecard (Management Summary Report): Quick overview how production is running over the selected time range
     • Trend Report: Typical process control chart showing the data over time or by individual.
   • Create your own reports reports in Excel®:
     • Transfer data from the database to Excel®
3. Operation and Software training smart-lab
   • Standard management
   • Measure standards and samples by single and average readings
   • Save, recall and delete measurements
   • Change illuminants, observers, color equations
   • Data analysis using standard reports:
     • Scatter graph per angle to show at one glance whether all parts are within specification
     • Color & Effect Travel to show how individual samples perform per measurement angle
     • Effect graph to control whether sparkle and graininess values are within specification
     • Spectral curves for detailed analysis
   • Create your own reports in Excel®:
     • Transfer data from the database to Excel® Certified
     • The training can be performed in one day or two half days. It is recommended to split the training into two half days:
       • Day 1: Theory and basic operation (set-up organizer, taking readings and saving in a database)
       • Day 2: 3-4 weeks later to ensure readings were taken and saved in a database. Data analysis and standard QC report can be explained using custom specific data.