New Handheld Multifunctional Colorimeter for Color Analysis
Ideal for measuring the color difference between two samples, the NR200 Colorimeter is a compact, handheld color measurement device designed for simplicity and portability; NR200 microcomputer colorimeter is suitable for color detection and control in various occasions. It is an ideal choice for color management in garment factories, chemical factories, printing factories, automobile factories, hardware processing factories, mold factories, paint factories, etc.
NR200 Colorimeter Details
8°/ d optical geometry
Chromaticity Values, Color Difference Values, Pass/Fail Result, Color Offset/Deviation Direction
CIE LAB,LCh,XYZ, Color Space
Φ8mmflat aperture
2.8-inch TFT screen for easy operation
Reliable repeatability (ΔEab ≤0.08) and inter-instrument agreement (ΔEab ≤0.4)
Large storage capacity, Apprx. 20,000 data;
On-site inspections, providing cost-effective color measurement solutions for entry-level applications
3nh Colorimeter Instrument Device
A colorimeter is an instrument used to measure the color difference of objects. It is widely applied in industries including plastics, coatings, printing, and textiles, mainly for color matching analysis and color quality control.
By simulating the light-sensing characteristics of the human eye, the colorimeter measures and displays color difference values to guarantee color consistency throughout production. Its working principle is based on mimicking human vision: it measures the light of samples via optical filters, and calculates and presents color difference values with software under specified light sources.
The instrument monitors color accuracy across the entire production workflow, maintaining consistent color from product design to final delivery. In addition, high-end spectrophotometers can analyze parameter values at different wavelength bands and spectral curves, making them suitable for the color analysis of complex colors.
Engineered to outperform standard colorimeters, it delivers laboratory-grade accuracy in a portable design—ideal for industries where color consistency directly impacts product integrity and customer trust
NR200 is another mainstream brand colorimeter introduced by 3nh which has synthesized the advantages of ten more traditional imported colorimeters and has experienced ten thousands tests and applied many innovative technologies. Accurate, Stable, Exquisite and Affordable!
With a NR200 color measuring device from Threenh, you can carry out color checks quickly and reliably. Automatically measure all color and whiteness technical parameters with one key, such as color difference, whiteness, fluorescent whiteness, etc. Various measuring methods are available depending on the models: from the fast and practical colorimeter to the high-precision spectrophotometer or spectrocolorimeter for advanced spectral colorimetric analysis.


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Be able to perform color difference analysis, color difference cumulative analysis, chromaticity index, color sample database management, simulating object color, etc.



✅Mid-to-Large Manufacturers: Scale quality control with fast, accurate measurements to reduce waste and meet strict industry regulations.
✅R&D Departments: Accelerate color formulation and product development with detailed spectral data and customizable parameters.
✅Quality Assurance Teams: Simplify complex color inspections with intuitive operation and real-time delta-E value display.
✅Global Suppliers: Maintain consistent color standards across international production sites and supply chains.
China’s trusted colorimeter brand, colorimeters with european & american performance standards, high precision & intelligent color difference meters.
Looking to integrate or simply get a quote for a 3NH NR200 colorimeters with PC Software, or to learn how the NR200 can tailor to your industry-specific needs? We invite you to fill out the contact form below, detailing your request/need. Our sales, administrative, and technical teams will get back to you as soon as possible.
Illuminating/Viewing Geometry |
8/d |
Measuring Aperture |
Φ8mm |
Detector |
Silicon photoelectric diode |
Color Space |
CIEL*a*b*C*h* CIEL*a*b* |
Color Difference Formula |
△E*ab △L*a*b △E*C*h |
Light Source |
D65 |
Light Source Device |
LED blue light excitation |
Errors Between Each Equipment |
≤0.50ΔE*ab |
Storage |
100pcs standards 20000pcs samples |
Repeatability |
Standard deviation within ΔE*ab 0.08
Average of 30 measurements of standard white plate |
Weight |
500g |
Dimension |
205×70×100 mm |
Power source |
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery 3.7V@3200mAh |
Lamp Life |
3 years, more than 1 million measurements |
Charging Time |
2 hours (First time 8 hours--100% electricity) |
Measurement Times Before Recharging |
More than 3000 times |
Operating Temperature/Humidity Range |
-10~40℃, relative humidity 0~85% with no condensation |
Data Interface |
USB |
Optional Accessory |
Miniature thermal printer, Powder Test Box |
The mobile colorimeter APP support Android operating system version 7.0 or higher and iPhone supports iOS 7.0 or higher version. It can be installed in the following ways:
● Scan the QR code on the Spectrocolorimeter with a mobile browser or WeChat, follow the prompts to download and install.
● Click on the link 3NH APP to install the APP.
● Search for "3NH" (not case sensitive) in the APP Store/Google Play to install the application.
● If you need color matching software for color matching, you can download our Pecolor software blow
Connect to the computer via USB, you can use the PC software of the colorimeter. (PC software only supports Windows operating system)
● It can be installed in the following ways: Download "Product support | Colorimeter" to the local and run it directly after decompression.
(for TS Series,YL Series,ST Series,CR Series,YS Series,PS Series,NR+ Series,NH+ Series )
Our China based Technical Support team is expertly trained on all our instruments along with all supported color software. This level of experience provides you an exceptional customer experience when assisting you with any technical issue you might be experiencing during setup or while operational.
Service is complimentary to all our existing clients.
The omnichannel communication format includes a customer portal, email, phone or chat.
In or out of warranty, it does not matter, 3nh customers receive support throughout the lifecycle of their instruments.
In stock – delivery within 1-2 Days
Backordered – delivery within 3-6 Days
Customized colorimeters (Color Difference Formula, Whiteness, Lightness, Light Source and etc) – delivery within 10-15 Days
FAQs About NR200 Colorimeter
A spectrophotometer illuminates a sample with light or passes light through it and records the reflected or transmitted light over the wavelength range. It transforms this data into color coordinates (such as L*a*b*), allowing accurate color assessment as well as color comparison to standards.
For paint formulation accuracy, the 3NH top spectrophotometers prioritize high spectral resolution, excellent repeatability, superior inter-instrument agreement (IIA), d/8° integrating sphere design, and compatibility with advanced formulation software. Below are the leading models
High precision with d/8° integrating sphere, excellent repeatability and inter-instrument agreement. Ideal for laboratory color analysis, accurate paint formulation and strict quality control. Perfect for opaque and translucent paints. Pairs seamlessly with Pecolor software for precise recipe calculation.
Best for: High-end industrial coatings, R&D, and demanding formulation labs, High-volume paint labs, global color standardization
Compact and easy to operate, supports SCI/SCE measurement. Perfect for on-site color matching, production line inspection and daily paint tinting control. Seamlessly connects to PeColor for on-the-go formulation, rugged, easy-to-use, designed for high-throughput retail environments.
Best for: Retail paint stores, fast, accurate counter matching, On-site tinting, production line checks
Professional for metallic, pearlescent and special-effect paints. Captures angular color variation to meet high-end automotive and coating formulation requirements. Captures complex light behavior for perfect effect-paint matches.
Best for: Automotive, specialty coatings
All these instruments deliver superior performance by measuring precise spectral data, which is the foundation for accurate, repeatable, and cost-saving paint formulation.
Colorimeter calibration is indispensable for reliable quality control—ensuring measurement accuracy by compensating for component aging, environmental interference, and baseline drift. It standardizes data across devices/batches, maintains compliance with industry standards, and prevents costly rework from inaccurate color readings, making it critical for precision-driven industries like printing, food, plastics, textiles, paint and coatings.
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Colorimeters are more affordable, portable, and easier to use, making them a suitable choice for basic color measurement applications, spectrophotometers are better for research, development, and when dealing with complex or highly precise requirements. The biggest difference is in capability and usage. Spectrophotometers are incredibly powerful and can offer more in-depth color measurements than a colorimeter, such as spectral data.
Colorimeters are primarily used for color quality control, while spectrophotometers are used for analysis and formulation.
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