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Speedmaster SM-10T

Speedmaster® SM-10T Digital Transmission Densitometer (B&W)

Economical — Portable — Battery Powered

The Speedmaster® SM-10T Digital Transmission Densitometer is designed to meet the need for an accurate and affordable priced instrument to measure any medical x-ray, mammography, NDT x-ray, graphic arts, photographic film and processor control test films. The benefit of over 46 years of ESECO's experience in designing and building reliable quality instruments has been applied to the portable SM-10T.

The proprietary technology employed assures instant, accurate and repeatable results that rivals the same high standards of more expensive units. Featuring total accuracy of +/- .02 from 0.00 to 5.00 Optical Density and compliant with ANSI Standard 5/2-1985.

Low power consuming components and extended battery life feature are provided in the automatic "stand-by" mode. For added convenience, it may be operated with the UL/CSA-approved plug in a/c power adapter furnished with the Speedmaster SM-10T.

The rugged durability, minimal drift and no warm up time provide fast dependable readings. To illuminate the reading stage, just depress and release the sensor probe. Then simply position the film to be measured over the target aperture and depress the sensor probe. The large E-Z read digital meter instantly displays the reading. It will return to the energy saving "stand-by" mode automatically.

Backed by ESECO's established ONE YEAR "NO HASSLE" WARRANTY makes the Speedmaster SM-10T the ideal cost-effective choice for film processing quality assurance.

* Measuring Length (throat) 7.25" (18.4cm)
* Measuring Range 0.00 to 5.00 D
* Accuracy ± 0.02 D / Repeatability ± 0.01 D
* No Warm-up Time
* Portable Power Source (2) 9-volt Alkaline Batteries
* Stationary Power A/C Wall Plug-in Power Supply
* Weight 2.5 Lbs. / 1.2 kg
* Dimensions Height: 4.5 Inches (11.4 cm) / Width: 4.5 Inches (11.4 cm) Length: 11 Inches / (28 cm)
* MEETS ISO/ANSI Standard 5/2-1985

Speedmaster SM-12

Speedmaster® "PocketPal" SM-12 (B&W)

Economical — Portable — Battery Powered

"Pocket Pal" SM-12 has been designed to meet industry's needs for a small portable densitometer. With a range of 0 to 4.00D, the "Pocket Pal" provides a quick and effective method to verify that your B&W or x-ray film processor meets all quality control requirements. No separate light source is required, just insert the film, align the area to be read, and press a button.

The SM-12 has alignment marks and an adjustable stop for quick film positioning. Exposed and processed control film should have a density patch at least 0.2" (5mm) wide to avoid critical alignment. The push button switch "wakes up" the PocketPal with a stable reading in 1 second. The digital display indicates density values from 0.00D to 4.00D in 0.01 increments. SM-12 readings are calibrated for films with silver emulsions. Convenient nylon protective carrying case is optional.

* Convenient Pocket Size (4.5"×2.5"×1.15" or 114.3mm×65.5mm×29.2mm; Weight 5.9 oz. or 167.2 grams)
* Portable Battery Operation
* Digital Display of Film Densities
* Reliable Accuracy
* Consistent Reading Results
* Convenient Film Gate with Adjustable Stop
* Push Button for Instant Readings
* Internal Light Source
* Low Battery Indicator
* Temperature Stabilized Readings
* High Density and Low Density Calibration
* One Year Warranty (battery excluded)

Speedlight SL-2
Sensitometer SpeedLight SL-2 (Duo-Color)
Economical — Portable — Battery Powered

The SpeedLight SL-2 is the smallest, easiest to use, and most reliable sensitometer available for critical quality control of modern x-ray processing systems. Green and blue sensitive films are pre-calibrated in the SpeedLight sensitometer for precise density exposures. The system operation is simple: (1) select green or blue to match the film; (2) raise the platen and insert the film up to the film stop; (3) close the platen and push the "Expose" button; (4) remove the film after the tone (typically 0.5 sec.); (5) process the film; (6) read control step with densitometer; (7) compare to reference density and take processor action if necessary.

The ideal companion for the SpeedLight SL-2 sensitometer is the PocketPal SM-12 densitometer. The SL-2 exposes easy-to-read numbers and marks that align perfectly with the SM-12 for quick and accurate measurements.

* Controls X-Ray Processing
* Delivers Health-Care Reliability
* New Green and Blue LED Technology
* Low-Power Battery Operation
* Thousands of Exposures per Battery
* Low Battery Indicator
* The Smallest Size Available (fits in your pocket; 12 oz. or 340 gr)
* Exposes 20 Precision Density Steps
* Exposes Sharp Numbers and Alignment Marks
* Perfect Mate to the Popular SM-12 Densitometer
* One Year Warranty (battery excluded)

Speedmaster T-85D

T-85D (Color)
Economy Color Transmission Densitometer

The Speedmaster® T-85D digital readout provides convenient, easy instantaneous reading. Designed for process monitoring control and other photographic applications. The probe is conveniently located to permit a clear view of the reading information at all times. The film platform has a smooth acrylic non-scratch surface. The reading stage is illuminated when locating area to be read, and it is turned off automatically, when readings are being taken, to avoid errors caused by flare. Programmable NULL set feature for direct reference strip comparison, pre-reading film for correction and color balance, and electronic foot control for hands-free operation and uniform pressure during readings are provided.

Speedmaster T-90

T-90 (Color)

Tri-Color Transmission Reading with Print-Out

The remarkable Compumaster® T-90 color transmission densitometer meets and exceeds the modern demands of the specialty lab. It is a computer assisted densitometer that provides simultaneous readout of all three colors and density, it is also factory-equipped with Status A and M filters to meet the exacting standards of all ANSI Status applications. The Compumaster® T-90 is so simple for anyone to operate because the active LCD screen actually guides you through the many features with easy to follow commands. This allows more effective usage of staff time while assuring the most efficient and high quality performance. This unique densitometer stores the reference information for the most popular processes. When a control strip is read, the answers are automatically calculated and printed on the built-in data printer. It also records the necessary information to plot Quality Control process monitoring charts, including Action and Control data. Additionally, it features programs for all curve plotting applications. A universal PC-programmed RS-232 interface is provided. This permits the electronic data transfer for networking to other compatible computer systems directly or through modem.

Speedmaster CM-500C

CM-500C

Fast-Sampling Multi-Channel Embedded Systems Densitometer

The Compumaster® CM-500C is a compact "black box" type of densitometer intended for embedded systems and OEM applications. This highly versatile densitometer can be configured for reflection or transmission measurements in a wide variety of applications. The CM-500C can be located 6 feet (1.83 m) or more from its light source and fiber optic sensing head. Longer fiber optics can be employed to increase the distance even more. Up to four channels are available for spectral assignments.

 

A host computer with a serial interface is required to communicate commands to and to receive data from the CM-500C. Sample software for a PC computer is provided for initial system operation. However, the sample program can be edited and expanded by the user for specific target applications.

Optical reading range is over 6 decades of density. Densities are digitized to 1 part in 4096 which can be assigned to varying combinations of range and resolution. Various reading rates, tracking tables, and averaging schemes can be downloaded from the host computer. Density calibration for the target application is performed in the CM-500C or at the host computer.

* Applications Include:
* Color Printer or Copier Ink Density Control
* Continuous Process Density Monitor
* Product Spectral Identifier
* Large Database Research Densitometer
* Product Quality Control
* Product Color Matching

QC-2
Photo-Lab Process Quality Control Software

Compatible with Most Computers and Densitometers
Windows-Style Quality Management
Process Problem Diagnostics
InterNeg Balancing Program
Printer Control Programs
Control Chart Graphics
Process History

QC-2 is an intuitive and comprehensive Windows-style software package for managing the quality control of film and paper processing in the photolab. Over 15 processes are pre-defined such as C-41, RA-4, and E-6 and other processes can be user-defined. Menu selections include diagnostics of chemistry problems, balance and control of enlargers and printers, graphical displays of processor history, 21-step DLogE plotting, and a program to guide the photo technician through internegative balancing.
QC-2 steps the operator through each quality control procedure and works with any densitometer that outputs its readings through a serial port in the Industry Standard data format. When errors or out of tolerance conditions are detected, the operator is alerted. QC-2 is the perfect companion for any densitometer.