3nh YL70 Non-contact Spectrophotometer adopts the 45/0 optical structure. It can precisely measure special samples such as liquids and powders in a non - contact way. It is specifically designed for accurate color measurement in automated production lines. It supports 485 or USB communication and multi - device collaboration. Paired with the host computer software, it is suitable for integrated installation on assembly lines and robotic arms. It can monitor color data in real - time and synchronously transmit it back, providing efficient quality control solutions for multiple industries.
Non-contact measurement: solve the difficult problem of detecting special samples such as liquid, powder and scratch-prone surface, and realize pollution-free and damage-free color measurement. 7.5mm±0.15mm accurate ranging, no sample thickness limit, suitable for automatic production line diversified online detection.

With the high-performance hardware configuration of nano-integrated spectrum device and silicon photodiode array (20 groups in two rows), the equipment achieves a double breakthrough in measurement speed and accuracy.
Ultra-fast response, high-speed production: the fastest measurement is 0.11 seconds (conventional 0.2 seconds), and the measurement interval is only 1 second, which meets the requirements of high-speed production line.
Repeatability of chromaticity value: it can reach ΔE*ab≤0.05, and the display accuracy is 0.01, which meets the first-class measurement standard and ensures long-term accuracy.

Rich interfaces to achieve collaborative control: equipped with USB, RS485, RS232, Ethernet and other rich interfaces, while supporting external triggering and analog signal output. It can easily realize real-time data interoperability and collaborative control with the production line control system, and help to build an automatic detection closed loop.
PC software data management: The supporting PC software further expands the data processing capability, supports data management, trend analysis, qualification judgment and historical tracing, helps enterprises to build a digital quality management system, and improves data utilization value and management efficiency.

Environmental adaptability: wide temperature design (such as -20~50℃) and IP66 waterproof and dustproof industrial protection ensure long-term stable operation in industrial environment.
Rapid deployment: Modular design is compatible with mechanical arm and pipeline integration, supports one-button calibration and remote firmware upgrade, and reduces maintenance costs.

It can be applied to the automatic production line requirements of food and beverage, cosmetics, printing, anodizing, coating, papermaking, automobile spraying line, textile production line, plastic production line and other industries, and can be directly installed on the assembly line or mechanical arm.
Real-time monitoring of product color, synchronous transmission of data, providing immediate feedback for product quality.

Product Parameter
YL70 series 45/0 Non-Contact Spectrophotometer | |
Product Model | YL70 |
Optical Geometry |
45/0(45 circular uniform illumination 0 reception); |
Features | The non-contact test between the test probe and the sample to be tested realizes the non-contact precise color measurement of liquid, paste, powder and fragile surface. It is mainly used in accurate color measurement and quality control of automatic production line; The measurement time can be as fast as 0.11 seconds. It can communicate with other systems through 485 or USB, and is equipped with upper computer software. |
Light Source | Full spectrum LED light source |
Splitting Mode | Nano-integrated spectral device |
Sensor | Silicon photodiode array (20 groups in two rows) |
Wavelength Range | 400~700nm, 10nm output |
Display Accuracy | 0.01 |
Reflectivity Resolution | 0.01% |
Reflectance Range | 0~200% |
Measuring Aperture | Φ8mm |
Non-contact Distance | 7.5mm(±0.15mm) |
Sample Height | The thickness is not limited, and only the test probe is used. |
Measurement and Observation Mode | Visual |
Measuring Time Interval | 1S |
Measurement Mode | Instrument trigger or online control trigger |
Color Space | CIE LAB,XYZ,LCh,CIE LUV |
Color Difference Formula | ΔE*ab |
Other Chromaticity Indexes | / |
Observer Angle | 2°/10° |
Illuminants | A,C,D50,D65,D75 |
Displayed data | Data, sample chromaticity value, color difference value/graph, color simulation, qualified/unqualified results, display tolerance can be set. |
Measuring Time | The fastest time is 0.11 seconds (about 0.2 seconds) |
Calibrate | Intelligent automatic calibration |
Waterproof Grade | IP66 |
Repeatability | In the optimal test mode (when the single measurement time is 1.0 seconds): Chromaticity value: within ΔE*ab 0.05 (after preheating, measure the average value of the whiteboard for 30 times at intervals of 5s). |
Inter-station Difference | / |
Accuracy Assurance | Ensure that the first-level measurement is qualified |
Measurement Method | Single measurement, average measurement (2~99 times) |
Dimension | 100*100*140mm |
Weight | About 1400g |
Power Supply | DC 24V,3A power adapter supplies power. |
Illuminant Life Span | More than 3 million measurements in 5 years |
Display | TFT true color 3.5inch |
Interface | USB, RS485, RS232, Ethernet, external trigger, analog signal output. |
Language | Simplified Chinese, traditional Chinese, English |
Operating Environment | 0~40℃, 0~85%RH (no condensation), altitude: below 2000m m |
Storage Environment | -20~50℃, 0~85%RH (no condensation) |
Standard Accessory | Power adapter, manual, USB cable, RJ45 network cable, RS485 multi-computer communication cable, RS232 communication cable, standard calibration board and black calibration box. |
Note: | It is subject to change without prior notice. |
FAQs About Benchtop Spectrophotometers
A colorimeter or spectrophotometer should be used to measure the color of a solution. The instrument directs light through the liquid and quantifies absorbance at certain wavelengths. The values obtained indicate the color intensity of the solution and, by default, the concentration of the solution.
For premier ink quality control (CMYK, spot colors, printing density, formulation & press-side QC), these 3nh spectrophotometers / spectrodensitometers stand above the rest:
45/0 ring illumination, ISO 5-4 / ISO 13655 (M0/M1/M2/M3)
Measures density (Status T/E/A/I), dot gain, trap, print contrast
ΔE*ab ≤ 0.03, density ≤ 0.01D
Small apertures (Φ2/4/8mm) for fine print & ink dots
Ideal: packaging, label, gravure, flexo, CMYK/spot color control
d/8° sphere, SCI/SCE, UV control
ΔE*ab ≤ 0.01 (repeatability), IIA ≤ 0.1
Multi-apertures (Φ3/8/15/25mm)
Best for: R&D, ink formulation, batch consistency, fluorescent inks
d/8° (SCI/SCE), ΔE*ab ≤ 0.02
Fast, handheld, large Φ20mm aperture
Best for: press-side checks, warehouse incoming ink, on-site matching
360–780nm, UV adjustable, dual CMOS
Reflection & transmission modes
Multi-aperture (Φ4/8/15/25.4mm)
Best for: high-precision lab R&D, transparent/fluorescent inks
Best press-side / print QC: YD5050
Top lab formulation: TS8560
Best portable production: TS7700
High-end lab R&D: YS6060
The machine used to measure color is primarily called a colorimeter or spectrophotometer.
Spectrophotometer: The most common and precise type. It analyzes light reflected/transmitted by an object across the visible spectrum to quantify color accurately. A spectrophotometer can measure colors on smooth or matte surfaces, as well as textured, glossy, mirror-like surfaces, and special effect colors. It measures the reflected light of a sample at a fixed angle (e.g., 45˚) or captures light reflected at all angles to calculate color measurements that closely match what the human eye perceives. Additionally, similar to how humans flip a sample to view colors from different angles, a spectrophotometer is suitable for measuring a variety of materials and surface characteristics. Widely used in industries like paint, textiles, plastics, Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, and printing.
Colorimeter: Also called photoelectric integrating colorimeter, a simpler, more cost-effective option. It measures color based on three primary colors (RGB) and is suitable for basic color matching needs. A photoelectric integrating colorimeter is a color measurement device based on the photoelectric integration principle. It directly measures the tristimulus values XYZ of an object's color using three color filters (red, green, blue) and silicon photocells as three sensors. The color measurement principle of this instrument imitates the human eye's mechanism of perceiving the three primary colors (red, green, blue). It corrects the relative spectral sensitivity of the detector through color filters to match the CIE-recommended spectral tristimulus value functions x(λ), y(λ), and z(λ).
Spectrocolorimeter: Combines the functions of spectrophotometers and colorimeters, offering both spectral data and color space values for comprehensive analysis.
Many people might answer "with the human eye", but this is actually not comprehensive. The human eye cannot accurately distinguish the colors of similar objects. Furthermore, everyone's perception of color varies. Therefore, people have developed color measurement tools based on the CIE color system.
Currently, there are two main types of commonly used colorimeters, as follows:
Colorimeter - It is an ideal choice for quality control (QC) on production lines, used to detect color differences.
Spectrophotometer - It is suitable for the development of color characteristics and color analysis in laboratories.
A spectrophotometer and colorimeter are certain instruments used by scientists to measure color by quantifying reflected or transmitted light. The results are presented in color spaces, such as L*a*b*, RGB, or XYZ. This enables the accuracy of comparison and tracking of the changes in color in chemical or material research.
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