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Pantone ink mixing calculator

Get base ink mixing ratios to hit a target Pantone colour, with a Delta-E tolerance.

What it does

The Ink Mixing Calculator works out base ink ratios to reach a target Pantone colour, with a Delta-E tolerance so you know how close the mix should land. It takes the guesswork out of the mixing room, turning a target into a recipe of bases and proportions rather than trial-and-error on the bench. It runs in the browser, yours to try for 7 days with no card, and gives a press or an ink technician a repeatable starting point for a match.

How it works

1

Choose your target

Pick the Pantone colour to match.

2

Get the recipe

See base inks and mixing ratios.

3

Check the tolerance

Read the expected Delta-E for the mix.

Frequently asked questions

What does it output?

Base ink ratios to reach a target Pantone colour, with an expected Delta-E.

Does it help reduce waste?

Yes, a calculated starting recipe cuts trial-and-error at the bench.

How does the trial work?

Start with a 7 day trial, full access, no card needed. After that it is Pro R899 a month, Studio R2,499 a month or Enterprise from R7,499 a month; see the pricing page for details.

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