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The 3nh PS530 is a professional-grade spectrodensitometer tailored for fine printing measurement and rigorous quality control across high-end packaging, precision electronics, and film plate-making industries. Featuring a 45/0 circumferential uniform illumination optical system paired with high-precision nanometer spectrophotometric components, it accurately captures critical printing metrics—including optical density, dot area, dot gain, and trapping ratio—while supporting Netmetric network calibration to ensure inter-instrument data consistency across multi-line operations. The defining advantage of the PS530 lies in its 'High Precision and Full-Scenario Coverage': equipped with 7 measuring apertures (down to Φ1.5mm) to meet micro-area testing demands, and tight inter-instrument agreement within ΔE*ab 0.20 for fleet synchronization. Whether applied to fine packaging, electronic screen printing, or miniature components, PS530 delivers accurate, professional data for enterprise quality upgrading.


1. Comprehensive Printing Metrics Coverage

Supports complete printing parameter measurements, including optical density, density difference, dot area, dot gain, trapping, printing contrast, tone error, grayness, and plate analysis, supplying total digital quality management.

Comprehensive Printing Metrics Coverage


2. Seven Measuring Apertures for Micro-Block Versatility

Equipped with 7 measuring apertures (Φ11mm, Φ10mm, Φ6mm, Φ5mm, Φ3mm, Φ2mm, and Φ1.5mm). The micro 1.5mm aperture accurately measures fine text, thin lines, and micro color patches, fulfilling demanding requirements in precision electronics and delicate component manufacturing.

Seven Measuring Apertures for Micro-Block Versatility


3. High Precision & Inter-Instrument Agreement

Density repeatability ≤ 0.01D and colorimetric repeatability ΔE*ab ≤ 0.02 ensure trustworthy stability. Inter-instrument agreement controlled within ΔE*ab 0.20 guarantees consistency across different production lines, workshops, and facilities.

High Precision


4. Multi-Condition Support & International Standard Compliance

Full compatibility with ISO 13655 measurement conditions (M0, M1, M2, M3) and ISO Status T, E, A, I, M density standards to seamlessly integrate into international testing workflows.

Multi-Condition Support


5. Advanced Colorimetric Indices

Provides rich color space support (CIE LAB, XYZ, Yxy, LCh, Munsell, etc.) and color difference formulas (ΔE*ab, ΔE*94, ΔE*cmc, ΔE*00), alongside indices for whiteness, yellowness, metamerism index, dye strength, opacity, and blackness.

Advanced Colorimetric Indices


6. Multi-Platform Software Support

Seamless multi-device synchronization across Android, iOS, Windows, WeChat Mini-Program, and HarmonyOS with automatic report generation and one-click export.

Multi-Platform Software Support


7. Netmetric Network Calibration

Supports Netmetric network calibration, enabling accumulated measurement deviations caused by long-term instrument use to be corrected remotely over the network. It also allows systematic calibration and alignment of all instruments within an organization and across its supply chain, significantly reducing inter-instrument measurement variation. For group enterprises with multiple factories and production lines, Netmetric enables unified quality standards and centralized management across sites, substantially reducing communication costs and quality risks associated with cross-factory collaboration.

Netmetric Network Calibration


Target Industry Applications

High-End Printing: Density and dot measurement for fine prints, micro-text, and thin-line printing plates.

Precision Electronics: Color testing for small plastic parts and electronic components.

Textile Dyeing & Printing: Color measurement, fastness rating, and print quality inspection for yarn and fine patterns.

Film Processing: High-precision film density testing and plate quality control.

Enterprise Groups: Unified printing quality standards management across multi-factory groups.

Applications



Model

PS530

Illumination Geometry

45/0 (45° circumferential uniform illumination, 0° reception); Complies with ISO 5-4, CIE No. 15

Features

Versatile spectrodensitometer widely used for precise color measurement and quality control in ink printing, film processing, textile dyeing, plastics, and electronics. Ideal for optical density and dot gain measurement.

Light Source

Combined LED light source, UV light source

Spectrophotometric Mode

High-precision nanometer spectrophotometric component

Sensor

Silicon photodiode array (dual-array, 16 groups)

Wavelength Range

400–700 nm

Wavelength Interval

10 nm

Half Bandwidth

10 nm

Reflectance Range

0–200%

Reflectance Resolution

0.01%

Measurement Conditions

Complies with ISO 13655 conditions: M0 (CIE Illuminant A), M1 (CIE Illuminant D50), M2 (UV Cut), M3 (M2 + Polarizing Filter)

Density Standards

ISO Status T, E, A, I, M

Density Range

0.0 D – 3.0 D

Density Indices

Density value, density difference, dot area, dot gain, trapping, printing characteristics, print contrast, tone error and grayness, printing plate

Measuring Aperture

Φ11mm,Φ10mm,Φ6mm,Φ5mm,Φ3mm,Φ2mm,Φ1.5mm

Color Spaces

CIE LAB, XYZ, Yxy, LCh, CIE LUV, HunterLAB, s-RGB, βxy, DIN Lab99, Munsell

Color Difference Formulas

ΔE*ab, ΔE*uv, ΔE*94, ΔE*cmc(2:1), ΔE*cmc(1:1), ΔE*cmc(1:c), ΔE*00, DINΔE99, ΔE(Hunter)

Other Colorimetric Indices

Spectral reflectance, Whiteness (ASTM E313-00, ASTM E313-73, CIE, ISO2470/R457, AATCC, Hunter, Taube, Berger, Stensby), Yellowness (ASTM D1925, ASTM E313-00, ASTM E313-73), Tint (ASTM E313-00), Metamerism Index (MI), Color Fastness to Staining, Color Change Fastness, Color Strength (Dye Strength, Tinting Power), Opacity, 555 Tone Classification, Blackness (My, dM)

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),B,U35,NBF,ID50,ID65,LED-B1,LED-B2,LED-B3,LED-B4,LED-B5,LED-BH1,LED-RGB1,LED-V1,LED-V2,LED-C2,LED-C3,LED-C5

Measurement Time

Approx. 1s

Display Resolution

Density value: 0.001;

Repeatability

Density: Within 0.01D

Colorimetric: ΔE*ab within 0.02 (Average of 30 measurements on white plate at 5s intervals after warm-up & calibration - except M3)

Inter-Instrument Agreement

ΔE*ab within 0.20 (Average across 14 BCRA Series II color tiles - except M3)

Measurement Method

Single measurement, Average measurement (2–99 times)

Locating Method

Integrated physical positioning hole

Dimensions

170*75*91.7mm

Weight

Approx. 600 g

Battery Capacity

Rechargeable lithium battery; 5000 measurements within 8 hours

Light Source Lifespan

5 years or over 3 million measurements

Display Screen

3.5-inch TFT color capacitive touchscreen

Interfaces

USB, Bluetooth

Data Storage

10,000 records

Software Support

Android, iOS, Windows, WeChat Mini-Program, HarmonyOS

Languages

Simplified Chinese, English, Traditional Chinese, Russian

Operating Environment

0–40°C, 0–85% RH (non-condensing), Altitude: Below 2000m

Storage Environment

-20–50°C, 0–85% RH (non-condensing)

Network Correction

Supports Netmetric

Accuracy Guarantee

Guaranteed Metrology Compliance

Standard Accessories

Power Adapter, Data Cable, Built-in Lithium Battery, User Manual, QC Software (downloadable), Black & White Calibration Box, Protective Cover, Polarizing Filter Box

Optional Accessories

Micro Printer, Netmetric

Remarks

Technical specifications are for reference only and subject to actual sales products.



Our Valued Clients

  • Gail Print Paper Bags Packaging
  • Sakata INX company
  • Marico
  • Siegwerk Druckfarben  ink company
  • hunbergroup chemicals ink company
  • Emami Paper Mills Ltd paper and packaging
  • Dynamic packaging company
  • T&K Toka Co. Ltd  ink company

FAQs About PS530  Spectrodensitometer

A Spectrophotometer color measuring device objectively determines the color of a surface. It is used wherever accurate color matching, reproducibility or deviation control is needed – for example in quality assurance, product development or incoming goods inspection.

Spectrophotometer color measuring devices primarily perform three key tasks:

Capture color information: They detect light reflected, transmitted, or emitted by a sample using optical sensors.
Quantify color data: They convert the captured optical signals into standardized numerical values, such as RGB, CMYK, or CIELAB coordinates.
Compare color consistency: They compare the measured color data of a sample against a target or standard to assess color accuracy and uniformity.


Usually you will find haze and transmittance standards of ASTM D1003, ISO 13468, & JIS K7105.


Pick a haze meter that correlates with your materials, precision needs, and applicable testing protocols. For lab-level precision, a bench-top version is advisable; for a rapid field check, a portable haze meter is appropriate. International standards must be met at all times.


The photoelectric integral color‑measuring instrument is what we commonly refer to as a photoelectric colorimeter. It obtains color tristimulus values through one‑shot integral measurement, featuring fast measurement speed and low cost, yet its absolute accuracy is inferior to that of a spectrophotometer. It works well for quick color‑difference comparison. For sophisticated color analysis or color formulation, a spectrophotometer is recommended instead.

How it converts color into digital values

At its core, this type of instrument simulates human color vision. Filters work together with detectors to convert optical signals into electrical signals and then calculate numerical values.

  1. Light strikes the sample, and reflected light enters the instrument.

  2. Filters split the light into three channels: red, green and blue, corresponding to three photodetectors respectively.

  3. Detectors measure the light intensity of each channel. The instrument directly computes tristimulus values X, Y, Z as well as chromaticity coordinates.

  4. The matching performance of optical filters is critical. Better compliance with the Luther condition delivers higher measurement accuracy.

Differences from spectrophotometers

Both instruments measure color, yet they serve quite different application scenarios.

Photoelectric colorimeter: Simple structure, compact size and easy operation with fast measurement speed. It can only test color difference instead of spectrum, and its absolute accuracy is limited, with chromaticity‑coordinate error around ±0.03.

Spectrophotometer: Light is dispersed and measured wavelength‑by‑wavelength. It provides high accuracy (chromaticity‑coordinate error up to ±0.001‑±0.003) and can acquire spectral reflectance curves. However, it comes with higher cost, complicated structure and relatively slower measurement speed.

Suitable application scenarios

Photoelectric colorimeters are preferred for routine production inspection, quick comparison and cost‑sensitive projects.

  • Textile printing & dyeing: Rapid color matching and color‑difference comparison

  • Plastics, coatings and printing: Spot‑checking color consistency on production lines

  • Field‑testing scenarios: Handheld models support on‑site measurement

  • Budget‑limited projects: Photoelectric colorimeters are cost‑effective with sufficient practical functions


Consistency in calibration is important to account for imbalances arising from wear and tear of the probe, probe pressure, variation from the environment, and fluctuations in daily usage. This is also necessary to maintain the best quality to various international standards.


The color may be quantified in L*a*b* (CIELAB units), RGB values, CMYK (printing), and ΔE (color difference). Colorimetric assessment measures also apply spectral reflectance and absorbance (A), particularly in liquids and solutions.

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