Description
BetaColor Presto Densitometer
The Easiest & Most Economical Way to Measure & Control Color
Straightforward | User Friendly | Production Oriented
The BetaColor Presto brings high-precision color control within reach of every shop.
Advanced LED technology guides the operator to the perfect job on press, offering years of continuous use without the need for recharging or frequent recalibration.
⚠️ IMPORTANT: How to Configure Your Densitometer
Please verify your shop standards before adding to cart:
Note: The typical North American standard is Status T, Unpolarized.
- Status T: Standard for North America (USA/Canada).
- Status E: Standard for Europe/International.
- Unpolarized: Reads color as the eye sees it (US Standard).
- Polarized: Uses a filter to predict dry-back.
- 3.0mm: Standard for most color bars.
- 2.0mm / 1.5mm: For micro-color bars only.
Zero Maintenance LED
24/7/365 Continuous Use. Forget about chargers, cables, and downtime. The Presto uses high-efficiency LED technology to provide over 500,000 measurements on a single set of standard AA batteries.
- No expensive bulb replacements.
- Recalibration is extremely rare.
- 7-Year Warranty on LED Light Source.
Ergonomic Design
Designed for the real-world pressroom environment, the Presto features a low center of gravity so it won't slide off sloping consoles.
- Easy Glide Track: Moves smoothly across the sheet without touching wet ink.
- Ambidextrous: Comfortable for both right- and left-handed operators.
- High Contrast Display: Large, bold numbers are easy to read in any lighting.
Fully Automatic
No scrolling menus or complex setups. The Presto automatically identifies the target type (Solid, Tint, etc.) and displays the correct data instantly.
- Auto Density & Dot Gain: (Two Target Values).
- Auto Gray Balance: Detects gray patches instantly.
- Versatile: Checks digital proofs, offset plates, flexo, and large-format output.
BetaColor PRESTO Densitometer Brochure
BetaColor PRESTO Densitometer Manual
Exclusive Feature: Magic Color Match™
Magic Color Match puts the simplicity and efficiency of gray balance control to work verifying critical jobs.
How it works:
- Measure a control patch on your "OK Sheet" or proof.
- Lock in all four process color densities with one touch.
- Measure the patch as the job runs—the Presto instantly shows any deviation from your target values.
This ensures your process work and special colors stay exactly on target throughout the run.
Click Here for Calibration Certification Services (Recommended every 2 years for ISO Compliance).
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