Description
The Grating Spectrophotometer YR05493 from Kalstein is an innovative solution for accurate color analysis across diverse industries, including electronics, plastics, textiles, automotive, cosmetics, and food. Equipped with three different measurement apertures (φ8 mm, φ4 mm, 1×3 mm), the device ensures adaptability to various sample sizes. It utilizes 1000-line grating technology and a dual 40-group silicon photodiode array sensor, offering consistent and precise color measurements within the visible spectrum (400 to 700 nm). Enhanced by its ergonomic design and dual d/8 optical structure, it facilitates both SCI and SCE measurements, complying with international standards such as CIE No.15 and ASTM E1164, making it an ideal choice for quality control in laboratories and production environments.
Market Price
The YR05493 is competitively priced within the market, ranging between $9,000 and $9,800 USD, depending on the chosen configurations and accessories. Such an investment is strategic for companies seeking to enhance the precision and efficiency of their color control processes. Interested businesses are encouraged to request a personalized quote or generate an automatic one through the Kalstein Plus platform, ensuring a seamless purchasing experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the recommended applications for the YR05493?
The spectrophotometer is ideal for sectors such as plastics, textiles, ceramics, and printing, and is especially effective for measuring fluorescent samples. - Is this spectrophotometer compatible with PCs?
Indeed, the YR05493 includes color management software for PCs, enabling in-depth analysis and comprehensive color quality data management. - What is the storage capacity?
This model boasts the capacity to store up to 1,000 standards and 30,000 samples, ensuring detailed and orderly record-keeping.
Advantages and Disadvantages
The YR05493 stands out for its high precision, with a standard deviation of ΔE*ab of only 0.03. Its multiple apertures provide adaptability, and it supports various color spaces and light sources. The USB and Bluetooth 4.2 connectivity facilitate swift data transfer. However, its limitation to the 400-700 nm visible spectrum may not suit applications requiring a broader wavelength range.
Field Applications
The YR05493 is extensively utilized in industries requiring high color accuracy, such as plastics, textiles, coatings, and ceramics manufacturing. Its dual measurement modes, SCI and SCE, and various apertures allow customization for different sample needs, ensuring consistent results. It is also employed for color verification in signage products and reflective films, making it essential for both laboratory and production line applications.
Recommendations
To maintain optimal performance, regular calibration of the YR05493 is advised, along with storing the device in a clean, dust-free environment. Its lithium-ion battery supports up to 6,000 measurements over eight hours, necessitating regular recharging. For a tailored purchasing experience, request a personalized quote or generate an immediate one on Kalstein Plus to discover how the YR05493 Spectrophotometer can significantly enhance your industry’s color control precision and efficiency at every production stage.
Technical Specifications
| Model | YR05493 |
| Optical Geometry | D/8 (diffused illumination, 8-degree viewing angle) |
| SCI (specular component included)/SCE (specular component excluded) ; Include UV / excluded UV light source | |
| Conforms to CIE No.15, GB/T 3978,GB 2893,GB/T 18833,ISO7724-1,ASTM E1164,DIN5033 Teil7 | |
| Characteristic | 3 measuring apertures for accurate color analysis and transmission in laboratory |
| It is used for precise color measurement and quality control in plastic electronics, paint and ink, textile and garment printing and dyeing, printing, ceramics and other industries, and for fluorescent sample measurement. | |
| Integrating Sphere Size | Φ40mm |
| Light Source | Combined full spectrum LED light source, UV light source |
| Spectrophotometric Mode | Flat Grating |
| Sensor | Silicon photodiode array (double row 40 groups) |
| Wavelength Range | 400~700nm |
| Wavelength Interval | 10nm |
| Semiband Width | 10nm |
| Measured Reflectance Range | 0-200% |
| Measuring Aperture | 3 apertures: MAV:Φ8mm/Φ10mm；SAV:Φ4mm/Φ5mm;LAV:1x3mm |
| LAV1x3mm: Slightly poor accuracy, can be used for color test | |
| Specular Component | SCI&SCE |
| Color Space | CIE LAB,XYZ,Yxy,LCh,CIE LUV,s-RGB,HunterLab,βxy,DIN Lab99 Munsell(C/2)) |
| Color Difference Formula | ΔE*ab,ΔE*uv,ΔE*94,ΔE*cmc(2:1),ΔE*cmc(1:1),ΔE*00, DINΔE99,ΔE(Hunter) |
| Other Colorimetric Index | WI(ASTM E313,CIE/ISO,AATCC,Hunter), |
| YI(ASTM D1925,ASTM 313), | |
| Metamerism Index MI, | |
| Staining Fastness, Color Fastness, Color Strength, Opacity, | |
| 8° Glossiness,555 tone classification | |
| Observer Angle | 2°/10° |
| Illuminant | D65,A,C,D50,D55,D75,F1,F2(CWF),F3,F4,F5,F6,F7(DLF),F8,F9,F10(TPL5),F11(TL84),F12(TL83/U30) |
| Displayed Data | Spectrogram/Values, Samples Chromaticity Values, Color Difference Values/Graph, PASS/FAIL Result, Color Offset |
| Measuring Time | About 1.5s (Measure SCI & SCE about 3.2s) |
| Repeatability | Spectral reflectance: MAV/SCI, Standard deviation within 0.08% (400 nm to 700 nm: within 0.18%) |
| Chromaticity value: MAV/SCI, within ΔE*ab 0.03 ( When a white calibration plate is measured 30 times at 5 second intervals after white calibration) | |
| Inter-instrument Error | MAV/SCI, Within ΔE*ab 0.15 |
| (Average for 12 BCRA Series II color tiles) | |
| Measurement Mode | Single Measurement, Average Measurement(2-99times) |
| Locating Method | Camera Locating,stabilizer cross position |
| Dimension | L*W*H=129X76X217mm |
| Weight | Approx 600g |
| Battery | Li-ion battery, 6000 measurements within 8 hours |
| Illuminant Life Span | 5 years, more than 3 million times measurements |
| Displayed Data | 3.5-inch TFT color LCD, Capacitive Touch Screen |
| Data Port | USB, Bluetooth 4.2 |
| Data Storage | Standard 1000 Pcs, Sample 30000 Pcs |
| Language | Simplified Chinese, English, traditional Chinese |
| Operating Environment | 0~40℃, 0~85%RH (no condensing), Altitude < 2000m |
| Storage Environment | -20~50℃, 0~85%RH (no condensing) |
| Standard Accessory | Power Adapter, User Guide, PC Software(Download from office website), USB cable, White and Black Calibration Cavity, Protective Cover, Wrist strap, 8mm flat aperture, 8mm tip aperture, 4mm flat aperture, 4mm tip aperture,1x3mm tip aperture |
| Optional Accessory | Micro Printer, Powder Test Box, Holding base |
| Notes | The specifications are subject to change without notice. |
