Ink & Pigment Optimize Formulations with Precise Density Data
Lab-Grade Accuracy, Industrial-Strength Reliability, 3nh YD5050 Grating Spectrophotometer Densitometer with 45/0(45 ring-shaped illumination, 0 degree viewing angle), comply to standard ISO 5-4,CIE No.15. It is suitable for using in ink printing, in Film Processing, Textile Printing and Dyeing, Plastic Electronics and Other Industries for Color Measurement and Quality Control.
Key Highlights
45/0 geometrical optics structure, comply with CIE
Reflectance spectrum, CMYK density and Lab
3.5-inch TFT true-color screen, capacitive touch screen, concave grating
Ergonomic structure design
Φ2/4/8mm Optional apertures
Pinting plants process control and quality control
3nh launched new model YD5050 Grating Spectrophotometer Densitometer with 45/0(45 ring-shaped illumination, 0 degree viewing angle), comply to standard ISO 5-4,CIE No.15. It is suitable for using in ink printing, in Film Processing, Textile Printing and Dyeing, Plastic Electronics and Other Industries for Color Measurement and Quality Control;especially suitable for the measurement and quality control of optical density and dot enlargement in ink printing.

Under the 45/0 geometric optical illumination and the testing conditions of M O, M 1,M 2 , M 3 stipulated by ISO 13655 standard, the instrument can accurately measure the reflectance data of samples. Under multiple color spaces, it can accurately measure various printing density indexes, color difference formulas and color indexes, and can meet the user's regular testing of various parameters.
Product Features
1. 45/0 geometrical optics structure, comply with CIE, the testing conditions of M O, M 1,M 2 , M 3 stipulated by ISO 13655 standard, it can accurately measure various printing density , overprint rate and other printing parameters.
2. Accurately measure reflectance spectrum, CMYK density and Lab value of the sample;
3. High-configuration electronic hardware: 3.5-inch TFT true-color screen, capacitive touch screen, concave grating, 256-pixel dual-array CMOS image sensor, etc.;
4. Perfect combination of the beautiful appearance and the ergonomic structure design;
5. Optional apertures: Φ2/4/8mm, adapt to more samples;
6. Large-capacity storage space, over 20,000 test data
7. Combined LED light sources with long life and low power consumption, including UV light;
8. USB/Blue2.1 dual communication mode is widely useful;
9. Especially suitable for process control and quality control of printing plants;
10. PC software has powerful function expansion.
After each instrument leaves the factory, it is verified according to the measurement standards of the authoritative verification department, and the measurement data is traced to the National Metrology Institute to ensure the authority of the instrument test data.

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| Model | YD5050 |
| Measurement Geometry | 45/0(45 ring-shaped illumination, 0 degree viewing angle); ISO 5-4,CIE No.15 |
| Features | high accuracy spectrophotometer densitometer, apply in ink printing, in Film Processing, Textile Printing and Dyeing, Plastic Electronics and Other Industries for Color Measurement and Quality Control;especially suitable for the measurement and quality control of optical density and dot enlargement in ink printing;able to customize single aperture Φ2mm,Φ4mm,Φ8mm. |
| Light Source | Combined LED Light, UV Light |
| Spectral separation device | Concave Grating |
| Detector | 256 Image Element Double Array CMOS Image Sensor |
| Wavelength Range | 400~700nm |
| Wavelength Pitch | 10nm |
| Half Bandwidth | 10nm |
| Measurement Conditions | Compliance with ISO 13655 measurement conditions; M0 (CIE Light Soure A) M1 (CIE Light Soure D50) M2 (Excluding UV light source) M3 (M2+Polarized light filter) |
| Density Standards | ISO Status A, E, I, T |
| Density index | Density value, density difference, dot area, dot enlargement, overprint, printing characteristics, printing contrast, tone error and gray scale, density scanning |
| Measurement aperture | Customized one aperture:Φ2mm,Φ4mm,Φ8mm optional |
| Color Spaces | CIE LAB,XYZ,Yxy,LCh,CIE LUV,HunterLAB |
| Color Difference Formula | ΔE*ab,ΔE*94,ΔE*00,ΔE*uv,ΔE*cmc(2:1), ΔE*cmc(1:1),ΔE(Hunter) |
| Other Colorimetric Index | WI(ASTM E313,CIE/ISO,AATCC,Hunter), YI(ASTM D1925,ASTM 313), MI (Metamerism Index),Opacity, |
| Observer Angle | 2°/10° |
| Illuminants | A,C,D50,D55,D65,D75, F2(CWF),F7(DLP), F11(TL84),F12(TL83/U30), F1,F3,F4,F5,F6,F8,F9,F10(TPL5) |
| Measurement Time | About 1.5s |
| Repeatability | Density: Within 0.01 D |
| Chromaticity value:within ΔE*ab 0.03 ( When a white calibration plate is measured 30 times at 5 second intervals after white calibration) Except M3 | |
| Inter-instrument Error | Within ΔE*ab 0.18 (Average for 12 BCRA Series II color tiles) Except M3 |
| Measurement mode | Single Measurement, Average Measurement(2-99) |
| Size(L*W*H) | 184*77*105mm |
| Weight | About 600g |
| Power source | Li-ion battery. 5000 measurements within 8 hours |
| Illuminant Life Span | 5 years, more than 3 million times measurements |
| Display | 3.5-inch TFT color LCD, Capacitive Touch Screen |
| Interface | USB, Bluetooth ®5.0 |
| Data memory | 20000 pcs |
| Language | Simplified Chinese, English, Traditional Chinese |
| Working Environment | Temperature: 0~40℃; Humidity: 0~85% (No Condensation);altitude: less than 2000 m |
| Storage Environment | Temperature: -20~50℃; Humidity: 0~85% (No Condensation) |
| Standard Accessory | Power Adapter, USB Cable, Built-in li-ion battery, User Manual, software(download from the website),White and Black Calibration Board, Protective Cover,Polarization filter box,Locating Plate |
| Optional Accessory | Micro Printer |
| Notes: The specifications are subject to change without notice. | |
FAQs About YD5050 Spectrodensitometer
A visual colorimeter is a type of colorimeter that uses the human eye to compare the color depth of a sample with that of a standard solution for semi-quantitative or quantitative analysis of substances. This method is commonly used for quick, rough evaluations in industries such as petroleum, transparent liquids, varnishes, chemicals and printing, as well as for visual color grading in quality control. Its working principle is to compare the sample with a standard and provide visual color measurement results, rather than relying on electronic sensors.
Visual colorimeters rely on human eye observation, whereas photoelectric colorimeters use sensors to deliver higher precision, complete the measurement automatically through electronic circuits, less subjective color measurement and faster results. They are generally more suitable for rapid, on-line or portable color difference measurement.
Working principle of a photoelectric colorimeter
A light source emits light at specific wavelengths, which interacts with the object surface through reflection and transmission. The light is reflected or absorbed by the sample, and the reflected light or remaining transmitted light is received by a photoelectric sensor (photocell or photodiode). The instrument converts the light intensity signal into an electrical signal, thereby measuring the LAB color values of the sample.
3nh Photoelectric Colorimeter – A Trusted Brand in the Color Measurement Industry
Featuring ultra-high precision, user-friendly interface, light positioning function, high-capacity lithium-ion battery, and multiple optional measurement angles.
Inaccurate color rendering, mismatched results, and noncompliance with ISO 3664 or ASTM D1729 can occur when there are deviations.
a. If this phenomenon occurred, it means the battery power is not enough. You need to charge the battery.
b. When charge the battery, please insert the battery to the instrument, and plug in the adapter to charge the battery. After 5 minutes, the instrument can be turned on.
c. If the instrument still cannot be turned on after charging 5 minutes, you can pull out the adapter and re-plug in to check it. Or repeat this operation.
d. If the instrument still cannot be turned on after charging 5 minutes, you can turn off the colorimeter and turn on it again to check it. Or repeat this operation.
e. If you have tried all the methods above but the colorimeter still cannot be turned on, please change the battery.
The Colour Assessment Cabinet (CAC) is a controlled environment used for the visual evaluation of color wherein the light sources are consistent.
For pharmaceutical tablet color accuracy & compliance (USP/EP/ICH/FDA), these 3nh spectrophotometers deliver superior precision:
d/8° integrating sphere, SCI/SCE dual mode
ΔE*ab ≤ 0.01 (repeatability), IIA ≤ 0.1
Small apertures (Φ3mm/Φ8mm) ideal for tablets
Auto positioning, temp/humidity compensation
21 CFR Part 11 software for audit trails
Best for: R&D, formulation, strict QC, coated tablets3nh TS8560
d/8°, dual CMOS sensor
ΔE*ab ≤ 0.018, IIA ≤ 0.24
Multi-aperture, camera view locating
Stable for batch-to-batch tablet consistency
d/8° (SCI/SCE), ΔE*ab ≤ 0.02
Handheld, fast, non-destructive
Best for: line checks, incoming materials, small labs
45/0 geometry, ΔE*ab ≤ 0.04
Rugged, touchscreen, easy QC
Suitable for uniform, uncoated tablets
Top lab accuracy: TS8560
Best value benchtop: TS8503
Portable production: ST70
Economical QC: NS800
Smooth and uniform surfaces with a large amount of reflected light directly result in high gloss. Some of the factors are the smoothness of the surface, the type of paint that is being used, the thickness of the coating, and curing. The lesser the surface irregularities, the greater the gloss.
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