Introduction
A spectral colorimeter is an advanced color measurement instrument that measures the spectral reflectance or transmittance of a sample over a range of wavelengths and calculates color values from the spectral data, providing more accurate and comprehensive color information than filter-based colorimeters, and it is used in the paint, coating, plastic, textile, printing, food, and automotive industries for color quality control and matching. In operation, the instrument illuminates the sample with a light source, disperses the reflected or transmitted light into its spectral components with a grating or other dispersing element, and measures the intensity at each wavelength with a detector array, such as a CCD or diode array; the spectral data are then converted into color values in systems such as CIELAB, and the instrument can calculate color differences, metamerism, and color under different illuminants, providing complete color characterization. Spectral colorimeters are used for color quality control in manufacturing, for color matching and formulation, for verifying batch-to-batch consistency, for assessing the color of paints, coatings, plastics, textiles, foods, beverages, and other products, for evaluating the effect of illuminants, for research, and for compliance with color standards, and they are available as benchtop instruments for the highest accuracy and as portable instruments for field use, with features such as spectral data output, color difference analysis, and software for quality control. With their comprehensive color measurement capability, spectral colorimeters are essential for advanced color analysis and quality control.
Spectral Colorimeter LCS-T2013
Spectral Colorimeter features data storage capacity of 500 standard pieces and 5000 sample pieces, providing easy storage and management of large dataset. It includes a metamerism index ...
Spectral Colorimeter LCS-T2011
Spectral Colorimeter offers viewing angles of 2° and 10° for accurate color analysis under standard observer conditions. It features adjustable measurement modes to accommodate various...
Spectral Colorimeter LCS-T2012
Spectral Colorimeter offers a reflectance range of 0 to 200%, handling low and high reflectivity surfaces with precise accuracy. It features various color spaces for accurate color measu...
Spectral Colorimeter LCS-T2010
Spectral Colorimeter features a sphere size of Φ40 mm, providing optimal light collection for reliable color measurement on various materials. The system is integrated with a polarizati...
Spectral Colorimeter LCS-T2017
Spectral Colorimeter offers a measuring aperture of Φ8mm, maintaining a balance between measurement area and spatial resolution for accurate color analysis. The device has a high reflec...
Spectral Colorimeter LCS-T2016
Spectral Colorimeter offers a semiband width of 10nm, ensuring wavelength resolution for accurate color differentiation and spectral analysis. It features an integrated white calibration...
Spectral Colorimeter LCS-T2015
Spectral Colorimeter features a wavelength range of 400 to 700 nm, delivering reliable color evaluation across the visible spectrum. The device has customizable measurement modes for adj...
Spectral Colorimeter LCS-T2014
Spectral Colorimeter features a measurement time of 1.5s, providing fast and precise sample analysis for increased stability. The system is integrated with an advanced sample identificat...
Spectral Colorimeter LCS-T2013
Spectral Colorimeter is integrated with dual optical sensors and operates wavelength range from 360 to 780 nm. It features a d/0 measurement condition with a maximum of 200% range for ac...
Spectral Colorimeter LCS-T2011
Spectral Colorimeter is a lightweight handheld colorimeter with advanced technology. It utilizes inter-stage consistency for monitoring light source energy fluctuations. This analytical ...
Spectral Colorimeter LCS-T2010
Spectral colorimeter with high precision is adopted with spectral measurement working theory which greatly improves the accuracy of colorimeter. Equipped with superior leather design, he...
Spectral Colorimeter LCS-T2012
Spectral colorimeter with high precision, is adopted with spectral measurement working theory which greatly improves the accuracy of colorimeter. The superior leather design, helps in in...
Standards
ASTM E308-22-Standard Practice for Computing the Colors of Objects by Using the CIE System
ISO/CIE 11664-4:2019-Colorimetry-Part 4: CIE 1976 L*a*b* colour space
ISO/CIE 11664-6:2022-Colorimetry-Part 6: CIEDE2000 colour-difference formula
Complies with the above standards, but is not limited to them.
Features
1. Spectral colorimeter for full-spectrum color measurement and analysis.
2. Measures complete reflectance/transmittance spectrum for accurate color evaluation.
3. Suitable for printing, textiles, plastics, paint, automotive, food and quality control.
4. Includes spectrometer optics, sample port, display, software and calibration standards.
5. Supports precise color matching, metamerism detection and quality assessment.
FAQ
Q1: What testing scenarios is this colorimeter mainly applied to?
A: The spectral colorimeter is used in printing, textiles, plastics manufacturing, paint and coating, automotive, food production, quality control and research laboratories to perform full-spectrum color measurement of products and materials for precise color matching, quality assessment and metamerism detection. It supports print and packaging color quality control, textile and fabric color matching and assessment, plastic product color evaluation, paint and coating formulation and matching, automotive component color inspection, food product color measurement, and supplier quality audit. The full-spectrum measurement provides complete spectral data, enabling accurate color assessment, metamerism detection (samples matching under one light but not another) and precise color formulation that filter-based colorimeters cannot achieve. It is essential for printing, textile, plastic, paint, automotive, food and manufacturing quality control requiring precise full-spectrum color measurement for color matching, formulation, quality control, metamerism detection, supplier evaluation and research, where complete spectral data provides the most accurate color assessment, enabling detection of metamerism, precise color formulation, reliable quality control and consistent color reproduction across materials, lighting conditions and production runs in manufacturing, processing and quality assurance environments requiring advanced color measurement capability.
Q2: What standards does the spectral colorimeter comply with?
A: The spectral colorimeter follows ISO 11664 for colorimetry, CIE color space standards, ASTM E1164 for spectral data acquisition, ISO 7724 for paint color, and relevant GB/T standards for color measurement. The instrument complies with relevant safety standards. Calibration should use certified white and color reference tiles traceable to international standards. Spectral calibration should be verified periodically.
Q3: What is the warranty period for the whole machine and key components?
A: The whole spectral colorimeter is covered by a 12-month warranty. The spectrometer optics, detector, electronics, display and software are covered, while calibration tiles, batteries and fuses are consumables or accessories. Damage from improper use, dropping or unauthorized repair is excluded. Extended service contracts are available for quality control equipment.
Q4: Is this device difficult to operate? Is professional training required?
A: Operation requires basic training in spectral color measurement, calibration and data interpretation. We provide an operation manual and remote guidance. Proper calibration, sample placement, measurement technique and result interpretation (including metamerism assessment) are important for accurate color measurement and quality decisions.
Q5: What is the typical lead-time for order delivery?
A: Standard models require 7-30 working days. In-stock units can ship within 3-7 working days. Custom configurations or large built-to-order systems may require additional time, and we confirm the exact schedule before order confirmation.
Q6: Is regular calibration required? What is the recommended calibration cycle?
A: Calibration with certified white and color reference tiles recommended every 6-12 months. Routine white calibration before each use session. Wavelength and spectral calibration verified periodically. Battery condition and runtime checked (if portable). Optical aperture and condition verified. Full system performance verification annually.
Q7: Are supporting consumables universal?
A: Calibration tiles, batteries and accessories are available from specialized suppliers, though instrument-specific parts should be verified. Long-term consumable cost is low to moderate depending on usage.
Q8: Can I customize parameters or supporting accessories?
A: Customization includes measurement geometry (integrating sphere, 45/0), aperture size, wavelength range, color spaces, software features, metamerism analysis and connectivity. Additional calibration tiles, accessories and software can be ordered separately. Custom orders extend delivery lead-time.
Q9: Does the purchase include on-site installation and commissioning service?
A: No complex installation is required for benchtop or portable spectral colorimeters. The package includes the instrument, calibration tiles and instruction manual. On-site training service is available at additional cost for quality control setup.
Q10: What types of samples are compatible with this equipment?
A: The spectral colorimeter measures color of flat, opaque or translucent samples including printed materials, textiles, plastics, paints, coatings, food products, ceramics and other materials within the measurement aperture and optical specification. Very small, highly textured, transparent or curved samples may require special measurement techniques or accessories. Samples should be clean, flat and representative. Users should calibrate with certified reference tiles before use, select appropriate measurement aperture for the sample, ensure proper sample placement and contact, use consistent measurement technique, leverage spectral data for metamerism detection and color formulation, report results in appropriate color space with illuminant and observer specified, and maintain proper calibration for reliable color quality control. The full-spectrum capability enables assessment under multiple illuminants (D65, A, F2, etc.) to detect metamerism, which is critical for color matching across different materials and lighting conditions.
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