Handheld Color Spectrophotometer YR05498

Description

The Portable Color Spectrophotometer YR05498 from Kalstein is the ideal solution for companies seeking precision in color management and matching across various industrial sectors, such as electronics, plastics, textiles, cosmetics, and food. Equipped with a 45/0 geometric optical system, this spectrophotometer meets international standards like CIE No.15 and GB/T 3978, ensuring stable and reliable measurements in the wavelength range of 400 to 700 nm. Its 8 mm aperture and diffuse lighting system with an 8-degree observation angle make it adaptable to different types of samples, while the SQC8 software, PC-compatible, provides advanced and efficient data management. Additionally, its 3.5-inch touchscreen simplifies field use, enabling precise, real-time quality control.

Market Price

The YR05498 is competitively priced, ranging between $3,530 and $3,540 USD, depending on selected configurations and additional accessories. This investment is strategic for companies requiring precise and effective quality control in their production processes. If you need a personalized quote or wish to generate it automatically, you can access the Kalstein Plus platform, which ensures a quick and reliable purchasing process.

Frequently Asked Questions

What applications is the YR05498 suitable for?
This device is ideal for industries that demand precise color control, such as plastics, textiles, food, and cosmetics. It is also recommended for fluorescent sample analysis and advanced color studies.
Is it PC-compatible?
Yes, the YR05498 includes advanced color management software that allows PC connectivity, facilitating comprehensive color data analysis and management.
What is the device’s storage capacity?
The YR05498 can store up to 1,000 standards and 15,000 samples, making it ideal for maintaining a detailed and organized data record.

Advantages and Disadvantages

The main advantages of the YR05498 include its precision (with a standard deviation ΔE*ab of only 0.04), its ergonomic and portable design, and its USB and RS-232 connectivity, which enables fast and secure data transfer. However, a possible disadvantage is its limitation to the visible spectrum (400-700 nm), which may not be suitable for analyses outside this wavelength range.

Field Applications

The YR05498 is widely used for color quality control in industries such as plastics, textiles, paints, and cosmetics. Its precise and repeatable measurement capabilities make it indispensable for professionals seeking consistent and reliable results. Its SCI/SCE functionality reduces the impact of surface texture on results, ensuring an accurate color evaluation for each sample. It is also ideal for verifying color coordinates in reflective materials, making it a fundamental tool in both laboratory and production line settings.

Recommendations

To achieve optimal performance from the YR05498, regular calibration is recommended, and the equipment should be kept in a clean, dust-free environment. Its lithium-ion battery allows up to 2,800 measurements over an 8-hour period, so regular recharging is advisable. Request a personalized quote or quickly generate your own quote on Kalstein Plus and discover how the Portable Color Spectrophotometer YR05498 can enhance precision and efficiency in your industry’s color control, improving every stage of production and boosting the quality of your processes.

Technical Specifications

Model	YR05498
Illumination/observation system	d/8 (diffused illumination, 8-degree viewing angle) Conforms to CIE No.15, GB/T 3978.
Integrating sphere Size	Φ58mm
Light Source	Combined LED sources
Sensor	Silicon photodiode array
Wavelength range	400~700nm
Wavelength pitch	10nm
Reflectance range	0~200%
Measuring Aperture	Φ8mm
Color Space	CIE LAB, XYZ, Yxy, LCh, CIE LUV,LAB&WI&YI
Color difference Formula	ΔEab,ΔEuv,ΔE94,ΔEcmc(2:1),ΔEcmc(1:1),ΔEcmc(l:c),CIE2000ΔE*00,ΔE(h)
Other Chromaticity Data	Whiteness – WI(ASTM E313，CIE/ISO,AATCC,Hunter)， Yellowness-YI(ASTM D1925，ASTM 313), TI(ASTM E313，CIE/ISO), Metamerism Index (Mt) Colour Stain, Color Fastness, Color Strength, Opacity
Observer	2°/10°
Illuminant	D65,D50,A,C,D55,D75,F1,F2,F3,F4,F5,F6,F7,F8,F9,F10,F11,F12
Display Data	Spectral Value/Graph, Colorimetric Value, Color Difference Value/Graph, PASS/FAIL Result, Color Offset, Color Simulation, color index setting(ΔE94, ΔEcmc, ΔE2000), tolerance prompt, reverse prompt, time setting, language setting, restore factory setting
Measurement Time	1.5s
Repeatability	Spectral Reflectance: standard deviation within 0.1%(400~700nm: within 0.2%) Colorimetric Value: Standard deviation within DeltaE*ab 0.04 (Measurement conditions: white calibration plate measured 30 times at 5 seconds intervals after white calibration was performed.)
Inter Instrument Agreement	Within DeltaE*ab 0.2 (Average for 12 BCRA Series II color tiles)
Dimension	LWH=9077230mm
Weight	600g
Battery	Li-ion battery. 2800 times within 8 hours.
Lamp Life	5 years, more than 1.6 million measurements
Display Screen	TFT 3.5inch, Capacitive Touch Screen
Interface	USB/RS-232
Data Memory	1000 Standards, 15000 Samples
Operating Temperature	0~40℃(32~104°F)
Storage temperature	-20~50℃(-4~122°F)
Standard Accessory	Power Adapter, Li-ion Battery, Operating Instruction, CD-ROM (containing management software), Data Line, White and Black Calibration Cavity, Protective Cover and Wrist Strap
Optional Accessory	Universal Test Components, Micro Printer, Powder Test Box
Notes	The specifications are subject to change without notice.

Additional information

Weight	3 kg
Dimensions	34 × 13 × 29 cm