"Our printing abilities, at one point, were severely limited by our ability to access and manage accurate color data. Now, with our fleet of X-Rite densitometers, we have total control from the client's ideation process through to the finished product. That speaks volumes."
Model # nghxrn
eXact™ Basic Reflection Densitometer
Densitometer for CMYK jobs
- Measures density and TVI (dot gain) for CMYK print and packaging jobs
- Removes subjectivity and shortens make-ready by 10% through faster density control
- Easy-to-use and upgradable to higher eXact models
Overview
Measurement Time
Inter-Instrument Agreement
Device Geometry
![X-Rite eXact Basic]()
![eXact Family]()
![X-Rite eXact Basic]()
Specifications
3.1
in
![eXact Basic]()
7.1
in
3.1
in
7.1
in
Support
Resources
Video
Just-in-Time Control for CMYK Jobs
Looking for a simple device to measure density on press? The eXact Basic densitometer is designed specifically for CMYK jobs, enabling you to achieve and maintain accurate color throughout the run. With the eXact Basic, you can replace visual trial and error with fact-based color control for improved accuracy and consistency.
<1
sec
0.0–3.0
D
45:0
Achieve ROI in Less Than Two Months
The eXact Basic doesn’t just validate the color of CMYK and spot color inks, it facilitates a new level of print control. With an easy-to-use touchscreen for quick measurements and an intuitive set-up wizard, the eXact can help you meet quality targets and reduce make ready time by 10% for a fast ROI.
A Scalable Platform to Meet Your Changing Needs
The eXact Basic is upgradeable by password to any higher-end spectrophotometer within the eXact Family, making it a single portfolio that grows with your business needs.
Automatic Color Recognition
Generates automatic color recognition for CMYK and paper, solid, and tint patch types
Improved Pressroom Productivity
Intuitive set-up wizard facilitates quicker start up and less downtime
Protected, Automated White Tile Calibration
Protects the instrument from pressroom dust at all times
Here's what our partners have to say
"Our printing abilities, at one point, were severely limited by our ability to access and manage accurate color data. Now, with our fleet of X-Rite densitometers, we have total control from the client's ideation process through to the finished product. That speaks volumes."
Here's how the eXact Basic fits into your workflow
Specification
Design/Premedia
Formulation
Production
Quality Control
Achieve ROI in Less Than Two Months
The eXact Basic doesn’t just validate the color of CMYK and spot color inks, it facilitates a new level of print control. With an easy-to-use touchscreen for quick measurements and an intuitive set-up wizard, the eXact can help you meet quality targets and reduce make ready time by 10% for a fast ROI.
Specifications
| Aperture | 2 mm, 4 mm |
| Battery | Lithium Ion, 7.4VDC, 2200mAh |
| BestMatch Feature | No |
| Calibration | Automatic on integrated white reference |
| Communication Interface | USB 2.0; No Bluetooth |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0; Bluetooth (not for Apple M1 and later systems) |
| Density Range | 0.0 D – 3.0 D |
| Density Standards | Status A, E, I, T and G |
| Dimensions (length, width, height) | 18 cm x 7.8 cm x 7.6 cm 7.1" x 3.1" x 3.0" |
| Humidity | 30 to 85% RH (non-condensing) |
| Industry Standards | ISO 5-4:2009(E), ISO 13655:2009 |
| Instrument Display | Color touch-screen, 320 x 240 pixels |
| Internal Temperature & Humidity Sensor | 30 to 85% RH (non-condensing) |
| Languages Supported | Chinese Simplified, Chinese Traditional, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Slovenian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, Vietnamese |
| Light Source | Gas filled tungsten (illuminant type A) and UV LED |
| Macintosh | eXact Manager, DataCatcher and Driver: macOS 10.13, 10.14, 10.15, 10.16 (also on Apple M1 systems), eXact DataMeasure: MacOS X 10.13, 10.14 (32bit only) |
| Measurement Conditions | M0, M1 (part 1), M1 (part 2) , M2, M3 |
| Measurement Geometry | 45°/0° ring illumination optics, ISO 5-4:2009(E) |
| Measurement Time | < 1 sec |
| NetProfiler Support | No |
| Operating Temperature Range | 10°C to 35°C 50°F to 95°F |
| Optical Brigtener Compensation (OBC) | No |
| PantoneLIVE Support | No |
| Pass / Fail | No |
| Service Indicator | Certification Reminder |
| Short Term Repeatability - Density | +/- 0.01 D for CMYK (Status E or Status T measurements, maximum error compared to mean value of 10 measurements every 5 seconds at 2.0 D except for M3 Yellow at 1.7 D) |
| Software Development Kit | Yes |
| Software Modes | Basic |
| Spectral Analyzer | DRS spectral engine |
| Spectral Range | 400 nm to 700 nm |
| Storage Temperature Range | -20° to 50°C -4° to 122°F |
| User Experience | Start-up wizard, configurable, upgradable |
| Voltage | 12 VDC @ 2.5 A |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Weight | 700 g 1.6 lbs. |
| What's Included? | USB cable, power supply, CD with software and documentation, docking/charging station, quick start guide, carrying case, device certificate |
| Windows | Windows XP (32bit), Windows 7 (32 and 64 bit), Windows 8 (32 and 64 bit), Windows 10 (32 and 64 bit) |
Support
Parts and Accessories
 |
eXact Battery Pack Replacement (SE15-46-KIT) | View Details |
 |
Payment Card Holder | View Details |
 |
Cup and Cylinder Fixture | View Details |
Resources
Video
