VECTOR COLOR MATCHING
Now match white gelcoat in less the 20 min.
See our Instruction list Below
| Videos About the System | Program Access |
|
Understanding C-Lab Color Space 3 Economics of On Site Matching 4 |
How the Vector Color Matching System Works
-
Take a Color Reading Begin by taking a reading from the gelcoat you want to match. Enter these numbers into the Rayplex Reference Program. A dot will appear near the closest LDX Gel number, indicating the starting color. Sometimes, two colors may be close—choose the closest one.
-
Pigments Used in Matching The Vector Color Matching program is specifically designed for white or off-white gelcoat. Through experience, we’ve found that most white gelcoats are best matched using one or a combination of the following pigments: Chrome Yellow, Iron Oxide, Oxide Tan, Deep Green, and Black (which adjusts luminosity).
-
Why "Vector"? The name "Vector" was chosen because pigments are added in a straight-line directional manner, resembling a vector path.
-
Color Shift in Curing Process Taking a C-LAB color reading from both liquid and cured gelcoat from the same batch will reveal a slight color shift.
-
Using a Nix Meter with Film Readings are taken using a Nix Meter, either with a piece of film over the gelcoat or directly without film. The film introduces a slight color shift due to its subtle color cast: L3.2, A -0.04, B 0.82, referred to as a film offset.
-
Recording Readings
-
Take a color reading from the gelcoat using the Nix Meter (refer to Video #6).
-
Enter the C-LAB color numbers into Reference Box #1.
-
-
Adjustments for Cured Gelcoat As gelcoat cures, its color shifts slightly lighter.
-
Take readings from the matched gelcoat and the cured sample using film.
-
Enter these numbers in Box J.
-
-
Film’s Own Color Influence The film itself has unique color characteristics.
-
Take a reading from a white card.
-
Take another reading with film placed over the white card.
-
Enter these numbers in Box P.
-
Patent Pending
This is a complete kit for advanced color matching. See the Demo Program on using the VECTOR Color Matching System. Link to Follow
Minor Gel coat repairs are easy to do allowing you to achieve professional Color Matched results the first time.
KIT Includes:
- 3.78L White Brushing Gelcoat c/w Catalyst.
- 237ml Wax Solution
- 1 NIX Mini 3 Meter
- 10 237ML LDX Gelcoats:
- 1 Super Black
- 1 Super White
- 1 Chrome Yellow
- 1 Iron Oxide
- 1 Dark Brown
- 1 Tan
- 1 Red Brown
- 1 Chrome Yellow
- 1 Deep Green
- 1 Red
- 10 pair of Latex Gloves
- 40 6" Mixing sticks
- 20 100ML Mixing cups
- 10 500ML Mixing Cups
- 1 Sample Mixing Pack
- 40 Mix Sheets White
- 40 Film Sheets
- 2 Gray Match Cards
- 1 Sanding Kit C/W Compound
- 1 Access Key emailed - valid for 3 Months
A complete instruction guide to take you through the process 4 grades of sandpaper A course & fine buffing compound. Features are: Can be used for repairs above and below the waterline 10 LDX Gelcoats included in kit but various colors available Can be used to repair Fibreglass such as hot tubs, shower stalls, boats and recreational vehicles. 6lbs / 2.72kg
Want to test out the application before you purchase?
Register for a 3 day trial with this form: https://forms.office.com/r/TUmTmipvtV
Product Key that allows the use of the Rayplex Vector Match Program
& Rayplex Color Reference Program
The reference programs helps to determine the pigment color required to create the color match.
Watch the fallowing Video
Finding Reference Color Shade 5
The product key you purchase will be valid for the month you purchased it in, plus 3 months.
eg. Purchasing anytime in April, will give you access to both programs until the end of July.
Designed to work with the RAYPLEX VECTOR COLOR MATCHING SYSTEM
Enhance your gelcoat Matching with our Free Nix Toolkit App
Effortlessly obtain essential color codes such as RGB HEX CYMK and C Lab
Obtain Accurate color measurements in any lighting conditions
Built in Calibrated Led Light Source
IPX 4 rating means the meter is water resistance rating that indicates a product is splashproof and can withstand water splashes from any direction.
Included is a 1 Free 3 Day Key for use with the Rayplex Vector Color Matching Program
