BYK-Gardner USA launched the new color2go, a portable spectrophotometer that combines precise color and 60° gloss measurement with digital standards. 

The instrument complements the color2check and extends BYK Gardner’s portfolio to meet customer requirements with high specifications.

The color2go features a lightweight and rugged design with horizontal alignment, making color and gloss measurements simple, stable, and secure. 

The color2go offers improved measurement accuracy and supports the exchange of digital standards, enabling consistent color management across locations and partners worldwide.

For materials containing fluorescent ingredients, long-term color stability may be affected by exposure to sunlight. The color2go detects fluorescence and provides a warning message when such materials are measured. This helps users evaluate potential color changes over time and ensures greater confidence in quality assessments.

Its 2.8-inch color touchscreen with icon-based menus, clear data tables, and graphical displays ensures intuitive operation. “Touch and swipe” can be used on a smartphone, enabling efficient use in laboratories, production, or field environments. 

To ensure long-term protection, the instrument is delivered with a dedicated garage. When not in use, the color2go can be safely stored to protect it from dust. The garage also provides space for the test standard box so that it is always nearby.

To support smart and efficient data analysis, the color2go is supplied with two smart-chart licenses. The software enables a comprehensive evaluation of color and appearance data. It is available in two versions:

• Smart Lab for flexible laboratory workflows e.g., QC of supplied parts or R&D tasks
• Smart Process for a standardized global process control with defined measurement procedures and consistent reporting across locations.