The 3NH KS-500 is an industrial-grade, high-precision color difference measurement instrument. Its core advantages are its high-standard accuracy and massive data storage capacity. It delivers a repeatability of ΔEab ≤ 0.025 and an inter-instrument agreement of ΔEab ≤ 0.3. Featuring nano-integrated spectral technology and backed by first-grade metrology certification, it ensures authoritative data. Equipped with 6 measurement apertures adaptable to various sample forms, it supports storage for 15,000 samples and 500 standards. Paired with multi-platform quality management software, it is ideal for industrial-grade color quality control in mass production.
1.High-Precision Performance: Delivers a repeatability of ΔEab ≤ 0.025 and an inter-instrument agreement of ΔEab ≤ 0.3, ensuring high color consistency in batch production.
2.Advanced Optical System: Features a dual-beam optical system with nanoscale spectroscopic capability and 10nm optical resolution. It monitors light source energy fluctuations to minimize interference, further enhancing stability and repeatability.
3.Standard Compliance: Adheres to D/8 SCI/SCE technology, compliant with international standards CIE, ISO, and ASTM. First-grade metrology certification ensures data traceability to national metrology institutes.
1.Large Storage Capacity: Supports storage for 15,000 samples and 500 standards, with cloud synchronization for creating a personal database.
2.Cross-Device Data Sharing: Enables data sharing across devices (APP, mini-program, PC). Eliminates the need for physical color cards, facilitating team collaboration and long-term traceability.
1.Comprehensive Aperture Options: Equipped with 6 measurement apertures (3mm/5mm/10mm platform + pointed tip), suitable for various sample forms including flat, curved, concave-convex surfaces, and small areas.
2.Diverse Measurement Indices: Supports over 13 colorimetric indices, 32 evaluation illuminants, and 8 color spaces to meet different measurement condition requirements.
3.Broad Industry Application: Adaptable to industries such as plastics, textiles, ceramics, and printing, with switchable measurement modes for diverse scenarios.
1.Dual-row 18-group silicon photodiode array with a spectral response range of 400-700nm (10nm interval) and a reflectance measurement range of 0-200%.
2.Full-band balanced LED light source (no spectral gaps) combined with a nano-integrated spectral device to ensure data accuracy across all wavelength bands.
3.Supports simultaneous measurement of SCI (Specular Component Included) and SCE (Specular Component Excluded) spectra, balancing speed and stability.
1.Ergonomic design featuring a large touchscreen and optimized grip to suit different user habits.
2.Dual targeting system with a stabilizer plate and camera for precise positioning of the measurement area, reducing operational errors.
3.Non-contact automatic white board calibration (standard white board reflectance R% ≥ 95%) for consistently accurate data.
4.Clean and intuitive interface enables quick mastery for beginners without complex training.
1.Multi-system compatibility covering Android, iOS, Windows, HarmonyOS, and WeChat Mini-Programs.
2.Includes quality management software for generating test reports, comparing color difference data, and customizing color management workflows.
3.Supports the Color Matching Cloud platform to meet industrial-grade quality control needs in mass production.
| Model | KS-500 Spectrophotometer |
| Illumination/Viewing Geometry | D/8 (Diffuse illumination, 8° viewing), SCI/SCE (Specular Component Included/Excluded). Compliant with CIE No.15, GB/T 3978, GB 2893, GB/T 18833, ISO7724-1, ASTM E1164, DIN5033 Teil7. |
| Features | Utilizes a dual-path silicon photodiode array. Ideal for color difference quality control in industries such as plastics, electronics, paints and inks, textile dyeing and printing, printing, and ceramics |
| Light Source | Combined Full-Spectrum LED Light Source, UV Light Source |
| Integrating Sphere Size | Φ40mm |
| Spectral Device | Nano-integrated spectral device |
| Sensor | Silicon photodiode array (dual-row, 18 groups) |
| Wavelength Range | 400-700nm |
| Wavelength Interval | 10nm |
| Measurement Aperture | 6 Apertures:3mm platform+3mm pointed tip+5mm platform+ 5mm pointed tip+10mm platform+10mm pointed tip |
| Specular Mode | Simultaneous measurement |
| Color Space | CIE LAB,XYZ,Yxy,LCh,CIE LUV,s-RGB,HunterLab,βxy,DIN Lab99 |
| Color Difference Formula | ΔE*ab,ΔE*uv,ΔE*94,ΔE*cmc(2:1),ΔE*cmc(1:1),ΔE*00,DINΔE99,ΔE(Hunter) |
| Other Color Indices | Spectral Reflectance, WI (ASTM E313, CIE/ISO, AATCC, Hunter, Taube, Berger, Stensby), YI (ASTM D1925, ASTM 313), Metamerism Index MI, Staining Fastness, Shade Change Fastness, Strength, Opacity, 555 Shade Classification, Munsell (C/2), Blackness (My, dM), Color Density CMYK, Tint (Some functions realized via PC software) |
| Observer Angle | 2°/10° |
| Calibrated Illuminants | D65,A,B,C,D50,D55,D75, F1,F2(CWF),F3,F4,F5,F6,F7(DLF), F8,F9,F10(TPL5),F11(TL84), F12(TL83/U30),U35,NBF,ID50,ID65 ,LED-B1,LED-B2,LED-B3, LED-B4,LED-B5,LED-BH1,LED-RGB1, LED-V1,LED-V2 (Partially realized via PC software) |
| Display Data | Spectral graph/data, sample color values, color difference values/graph, pass/fail results, color simulation, color bias |
| Measurement Time | Approx. 1 second |
| Repeatability |
Chromaticity Value: Within ΔE*ab 0.025 (Standard deviation) for MAV/SCI (after warm-up and calibration, average of 30 readings of white board at 5s intervals). Spectral Reflectance: Within 0.1% standard deviation for MAV/SCI (within 0.2% for 400-700nm). |
| Inter-Instrument Error | Within ΔE*ab 0.3 for MAV/SCI (average of 12 BCRA Series II color tiles). |
| Displayed Accuracy | 0.01 |
| Reflectance Range | 0-200% |
| Reflectance Resolution | 0.01% |
| Measurement Mode | Single measurement, average measurement (2-99 times). |
| Targeting | Stabilizer plate positioning + Camera framing. |
| White Calibration | Non-contact type white calibration. |
| Dimensions | 120*75*207mm |
| Weight | 367g(without calibration base) |
| Battery | Lithium-ion battery, 3.7V, 3200mAh, supports 8000 measurements within 8 hours. |
| Light Source Life | Over 1.2 million measurements for 10 years. |
| Display | TFT true color 3.5-inch capacitive touch screen. |
| Interface | USB,Bluetooth |
| Data Storage | 500 standards, 15,000 samples (SCI/SCE data included in one record). Mass storage via APP/PC. |
| Software Support | Android, iOS, Windows, WeChat Mini-Program, HarmonyOS. |
| Languages | Simplified Chinese, English, Traditional Chinese |
| Operating Environment | Temperature: 0~40℃, Humidity: 0~85% RH (non-condensing), Altitude: below 2000m. |
| Storage Environment | Temperature: -20~50℃, Humidity: 0~85% RH (non-condensing). |
| Accuracy Guarantee | Ensured first-grade metrology certification |
| Standard Accessories | Power adapter, data cable, user manual, quality management software (download from official website), white calibration box, protective cover, wrist strap, measurement apertures. |
| Optional Accessories | Micro-printer, powder test box. |
| Note | Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. |
