Mekel MACH Mini Fiche
The Mekel MACH Mini Fiche Portable Microfiche Scanner packs production-level scanning performance into a compact and transportable design. Offering the same advanced image quality and processing capabilities as the renowned Mekel Technology MACH7, the MACH Mini Fiche is ideal for institutions with smaller fiche collections or multiple departments that all require scanning access.
Capable of converting all fiche and aperture card formats into high-quality digital files, the MACH Mini Fiche provides an efficient, space-saving solution for libraries, archives, and government agencies. Its durable, portable build allows scanning to be completed on-site or shared between locations, helping reduce shipping and handling costs while maintaining professional-grade results.
Micrographic Engineering Services is an authorised dealer of Mekel Technology’s professional-grade scanning systems in Australia.
Mekel MACH Mini Fiche

Key Features

Extensive Format Support
Handles all standard fiche and aperture card types, including COM, AB Dick, Ultra Fiche, Microx, 16/35mm, and combo formats.

Compact and Portable
Small, rugged design allows easy transport between departments or branches for on-site scanning.

High-Performance Camera
Equipped with an 8,192-pixel CCD line array camera that delivers sharp, high-resolution images.

True Optical Resolution
Provides 100–600 dpi optical scanning with a 4x–96x reduction ratio.

Professional Image Processing
Includes advanced software for image enhancement, resizing, and file output in common digital formats.
What’s Included
- Mekel MACH Mini Fiche Portable Microfiche Scanner unit
- Integrated scanning and editing software
- Power and data cables
- Setup and user documentation
- Manufacturer warranty and technical support
Why Choose the Mekel MACH Mini Film Portable Microfilm Scanner
- Delivers MACH-Series quality in a smaller, portable model
- Ideal for smaller collections and distributed scanning projects
- Reduces time and costs with local, on-site digitisation
- Produces sharp, accurate, and consistent results
- Supported by local Australian expertise through Micrographic Engineering Services
Specifications
- Camera & Optics: Dual-camera system with a full 8,192-pixel CCD array, 12-bit dynamic range, and adaptive Automatic Gain Control (AGC) for consistent image quality across varying film densities.
- Resolution: True optical 100–600 dpi with a 4x–96x reduction ratio for precise image reproduction.
- Speed: Processes up to 130 pages per minute at 24x/200 dpi, 75 ppm at 42x/200 dpi, and 65 ppm at 48x/200 dpi.
- Lighting System: Mekel “Smoothlight” fibre optic bundle ensures balanced illumination with no hot spots or shadowing.
- Film Compatibility: Supports all standard fiche and aperture card types, including COM, AB Dick, Ultra Fiche, Microx, simplex, duplex, 16mm/35mm, positive or negative, diazo, silver, and vesicular formats.
- Output Options: Simultaneous grayscale and bitonal capture; exports to TIFF, JPEG, PDF, PDF/A, JPEG2000, CALS, and OCR-enabled formats.
- Software Features: Real-time image sharpening, cropping, deskew, rotation, and compression; integrated OCR for title bars and final output images.
- System & Power: Includes Dell multi-core workstation; Windows 10/11 Pro compatible; auto-sensing 100–240V AC power; FCC, CE, and RoHS certified; 603 x 311 x 330 mm; 17 kg.





