Spectrophotometer X-Rite MA-5C

MA5C Spectrophotometer – Precision in Color Matching

The MA5C Spectrophotometer is designed for accurate evaluation of metallic and pearlescent automotive paints.
It uses five standard measurement angles (15°, 25°, 45°, 75°, 110°) to simulate how the human eye perceives color under different lighting conditions, ensuring precise assessment of special effect finishes.

Key Upgrades

• High-Resolution Camera
  Captures multi-angle HD images of the target panel. This allows side-by-side comparison with formulas, resulting in more accurate formula selection and faster correction.

• Granularity Detection
  Granularity refers to the particle size of aluminum flakes and pearls. Matching granularity is essential for a perfect refinish.

  • Level 1: Fine silver or pearl

  • Level 9: Coarse or mixed flakes
    The MA5C identifies particle size, enabling the software to select and fine-tune formulas with higher accuracy.

Smart Color Matching Software

Our advanced software integrates seamlessly with the MA5C and supports 14 languages, compatible with PC, tablet, and mobile.

Core Functions:

1. Fast Color Search – Find the closest formula within 10 seconds. Automatic correction adjusts formulas instantly.

2. Comprehensive Data – View colorimetric data, ΔE values, spectral curves, granularity, and HD images of both standard and formula panels.

3. Formula Database – Search by car manufacturer, global color code, color name, or internal code.

How to Select the Best Formula

The system provides multiple formula options. Selection is based on:

1. Image Comparison – Evaluate hue and depth from spectrophotometer-captured images.

2. Granularity Match – Keep within 1.0–1.2 for best accuracy.

3. Spectral Curve Overlap – Higher overlap across all five angles means closer match.

4. Formula Scoring – Corrected formulas usually score lower (better).

5. Direct Match – If the exact OEM code appears in corrected formulas, it can be used directly.

If no exact match is found, the database allows manual analysis of spectral curves and particle size data, enabling users to compare and refine formulas for the closest possible result.

Why Choose MA5C?

• Precision in metallic & pearl finishes

• Fast and intelligent formula search

• Granularity-based matching for higher accuracy

• Powerful database covering global OEM color codes

• Seamless use across devices

With the MA5C spectrophotometer and smart software, refinishing professionals achieve faster, more accurate, and cost-effective color matching.