Scangrip SunMatch 4 Work Light | SG-SM

Product Overview

The Scangrip SunMatch 4 (SKU: SG-SM-4 / 03.5657) is an industry-leading, rechargeable LED work light designed specifically for professional collision repair, automotive detailing, and precision colour matching. Recognizing that shop lighting can drastically alter how paint colours appear (metamerism), the SunMatch 4 provides a portable, high-CRI+ light source that accurately replicates natural sunlight to ensure flawless paint matches and perfect panel blending.

A major upgrade over its predecessors, the SunMatch 4 features an innovative CCT SCAN function. When activated, the light automatically sweeps through the entire color temperature spectrum (from a warm 2500K to a cool 6500K), allowing painters to inspect metallics, pearls, and clear coats under various lighting conditions simultaneously. Paired with a stepless dimmer, a built-in top inspection spotlight, and a rugged magnetic base that tilts 180 degrees, it is the ultimate handheld inspection tool for high-end paint and body shops.

Key Features

• CCT SCAN Function: Automatically sweeps through the colour temperature spectrum (2500K to 6500K), providing the optimal conditions for the most accurate colour match and revealing hidden paint defects.

• Ultra-High CRI+: Features a CRI+ rating of >95. Unlike standard CRI, CRI+ averages all 15 R-values to ensure absolute accuracy in colour recognition vital for matching modern, complex automotive finishes.

• Stepless Dimming & Spot Light: The main floodlight can be adjusted anywhere from 10% to 100% (50 to 500 lumens) to reduce glare on light-coloured paints. It also features an integrated 200-lumen directional spotlight at the top for pinpoint defect detection.

• Included Soft Diffuser: Comes standard with a Scangrip Diffuser Small. Snapping this over the lens softens the light output, eliminating harsh shadows and blinding reflections, making it perfect for finding high spots during ceramic coating or clear coat wet-sanding.

• Intelligent Thermal Protection: To prevent the powerful LEDs and battery from overheating, a built-in thermal protection system automatically steps the light down to 50% power after 3 minutes of continuous use on the maximum setting.

• Magnetic & Articulating: The heavy-duty base features a built-in magnet and a sturdy swivel hook, allowing you to attach it directly to a vehicle panel or booth wall. The lamp head tilts a full 180 degrees for precise lighting angles.

Technical Specifications

Ideal Use Cases & Applications

• Paint Colour Matching: The primary tool for painters to verify spray-out cards against the vehicle's original paint, ensuring metamerism won't cause the repair to look mismatched when driven out into the sun or under streetlights.

• Detailing & Correction: Essential for detailers actively buffing and polishing; the intense light reveals micro-marring, swirl marks, and holograms that standard fluorescent shop lights hide.

• Pre-Delivery Inspection: The perfect light for quality control managers to walk around a finished vehicle, utilizing the diffuser to check for runs, dirt nibs, or dry spray in the fresh clear coat before returning the car to the customer.

Common Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is the difference between the SunMatch 3 and the SunMatch 4?
A: The most significant upgrade on the SunMatch 4 is the new stepless CCT SCAN function. Instead of manually clicking through a few preset colour temperatures, the SunMatch 4 can automatically scan through the entire 2500K–6500K spectrum seamlessly, providing a much more comprehensive colour evaluation.

Q: Can I charge the light without the charging base?
A: The SunMatch 4 is designed to drop easily into its included charging base station so it is always ready to go. The base itself is powered by an included USB cable, which can be plugged into a standard wall adapter or shop USB port.

Q: Why does the light dim itself after a few minutes?
A: To achieve 500 lumens from such a compact handheld device, the LEDs generate significant heat. The built-in intelligent thermal protection system automatically drops the output to 50% after 3 minutes on high to protect the circuitry and extend the battery's lifespan.

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