[. . . ] Since color variations of white are especially obvious, it has become increasingly important to control color from raw materials through the manufacturing process. [. . . ] Furthermore, there is a growing need to quantify what effect storage during transportation has on the whiteness of a product. Fits in the Palm of your Hand Battery Operated Lightweight Low Price Simple to Use Color Reader Whiteness Index CR-14 Simple operation Only the functions necessary for use are provided. Even first-time users operate it easily. Compact size and light weight The compact design fits in the palm of your shand. The CR-14 is also battery operated, so you can take it almost anywhere. Functions for convenient measurements Protective Cap allows direct measurements of powders or pastes without the need for filling a cell. Four AA-size batteries or optional AC Adapter AC-A12 Alkaline-manganese batteries: Approx. 2000 measurements at10-sec. 600 measurements at 10-sec intervals Temperature: 0 to 40°C;relative humidity 85% or less (at 35°C) with no condensation -20 to 55°C; relative humidity 85% or less (at 35°C) with no condensation White Calibration Plate CR-A74, Soft Case CR-A68; Protective Cap CR-A79; Wrist Strap CR-A73; AA-size batteries (4) AC Adapter AC-A12; AC Adapter AC-A21 (for Korea); Printer Cable CR-A75: Vinyl Cover CR-A80 Dimensions Repeatability Minimum interval between measurements Power source Battery life Operating temperature/humidity range Storage temperature/humidity range Standard accessories Optional accessories 159 59 35 29. 5 85 Specifications are subject to change without notice. *Measurements of specimens which include fluorescent materials are not recommended. 59 X 159 X 85mm (2-5/16 X 6-1/4 X 3-3/8 in. ) Weight: 370g (12. 7 oz. ) not including batteries ©1996 KONICA MINOLTA SENSING, INC. 9242-4856-41 AGMDPK 13 Printed in Japan [. . . ] 600 measurements at 10-sec intervals Temperature: 0 to 40°C;relative humidity 85% or less (at 35°C) with no condensation -20 to 55°C; relative humidity 85% or less (at 35°C) with no condensation White Calibration Plate CR-A74, Soft Case CR-A68; Protective Cap CR-A79; Wrist Strap CR-A73; AA-size batteries (4) AC Adapter AC-A12; AC Adapter AC-A21 (for Korea); Printer Cable CR-A75: Vinyl Cover CR-A80 Dimensions Repeatability Minimum interval between measurements Power source Battery life Operating temperature/humidity range Storage temperature/humidity range Standard accessories Optional accessories 159 59 35 29. 5 85 Specifications are subject to change without notice. [. . . ]