Description
The Multi-Angle Spectrophotometer with 8 Angles YR05491 // YR05492 by Kalstein represents the pinnacle of precision in color analysis. Expertly engineered for evaluating intricate special effects like metallic and pearlescent finishes, these spectrophotometers are essential tools for ensuring color consistency and visual appeal across a multitude of industries, including automotive, cosmetics, and plastics. Utilising a sophisticated multi-angle measurement geometry, these models offer up to 8 or 12 angles, depending on the configuration, paired with a high-resolution 256-element CMOS image sensor for accurate and stable readings, even on complex shapes. The full-spectrum LED light source featuring blue enhancement ensures that you receive optimal spectral distribution from 400 to 700 nm. This attention to detail and adherence to international standards, such as ASTM, ISO, and SAE, makes these spectrophotometers invaluable assets for any quality control process.
Market Price
The market price of the YR05491 // YR05492 spectrophotometer ranges from $18,150 to $28,010 USD, contingent upon the selected configurations and accessories. This competitive price range ensures an excellent quality-price ratio, presenting a strategic investment opportunity for businesses striving for precision in color control during industrial processes. For a tailored quote, you are invited to request one or generate it automatically via the Kalstein Plus platform, ensuring a streamlined purchasing experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What applications is the YR05491 // YR05492 ideal for?
This spectrophotometer is designed for color control on products featuring metallic, pearlescent, and other complex finishes, common in the automotive, cosmetics, and plastics sectors. - Is it compatible with a PC?
Yes, both models come with color management software for PC, enabling comprehensive data analysis. - How many samples can it store?
The unit can store up to 1,000 standards and 4,000 samples, which is ideal for maintaining a comprehensive and well-organized record.
Advantages and Disadvantages
The primary advantages of the YR05491 // YR05492 are its multi-angle capability and its high precision, achieving a ΔE*ab standard deviation of 0.03. Additionally, USB and Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity ensures quick and secure data transfer. However, the device’s specialization in analyzing complex finishes may limit its application to products not requiring detailed color study.
Field Applications
Widely utilized in the quality control of color for products with metallic and pearlescent finishes, particularly within the automotive and cosmetics industries, the YR05491 // YR05492 facilitates a thorough analysis of color variation and gloss level. This capability ensures consistency and high visual quality in the final product. Thanks to the color camera preview function, precise positioning of the measuring area is possible, maximizing both accuracy and efficiency during laboratory analysis or on the production line.
Recommendations
For optimal performance of the YR05491 // YR05492, regular calibration is crucial, and the equipment should be stored in a clean, dust-free space. The lithium-ion battery supports up to 6,000 measurements over 8 hours, so frequent recharging is advised. Get a personalized quote today or quickly generate one on the Kalstein Plus platform to discover how the Multi-Angle Spectrophotometer YR05491 // YR05492 can enhance color control in your industry, ensuring precision and efficiency, and thereby improving the visual quality of your products.
Technical Specifications
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YR05491
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| Measurement Geometry |
8 measurement angles (6 illumination sources, 2 receivers)
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Measure Angle
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45° Receiver：
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45as-15°,45as15°,45as25°,45as45°,45as75°,45as110°
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15°Receiver：
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15as-45°,15as-15°
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Conform to the standards：ASTM D 2244,E 308,E 1164,E 2194,
E2539,DIN 5033,5036,6174,6175-1,6175-2;ISO 7724, 11664-4 |
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SAE J 1545
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| Application |
Provide accurate and consistent color measurement for metallic,
pearlescent and other complex special effect color products |
| Light Source |
Full spectrum LED light source with blue enhancement
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| Lamp Life |
5 years, 3 million times measurements
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| Spectrophotometric Mode |
Concave Grating
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| Sensor |
256 Image Element Double Array CMOS Image Sensor
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| Wavelength Range |
400nm-700nm
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| Wavelength Interval | 10nm |
| Measurement Range | 0~600% |
| Semiband Width | 10nm |
| Measuring Aperture | Φ12mm |
| Color Space |
CIE LAB,XYZ,Yxy,LCh,βxy,DIN Lab99
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| Color Difference Formula |
ΔE*ab,ΔE*94,ΔE*cmc(2:1),ΔE*cmc(1:1),ΔE*00, DINΔE99,ΔE DIN6175
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| Other Colorimetric Index |
Flop Index, Int-Em
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| 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) |
| Display |
Spectrogram/Values, Samples Chromaticity Values, Color Difference Values/Graph, PASS/FAIL Result, Color Offset, Color simulation, Sample effect value, Effect difference value
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Measuring Time
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Approx. 1 second for one angle
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Approx. 8 seconds for all angles
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Repeatability
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Spectral reflectance: Standard deviation within 0.08%
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Chromaticity value: ΔE*ab 0.03 ( When a white calibration plate is measured 30 times at 5 second intervals after white calibration)
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Reproducibility
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ΔE*<0.10,avg on the gray tile of BCRA tile set
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ΔE*<0.25,avg on the color BCRA tile set
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| Inter-instrument Error |
0.18ΔE*00(avg on reference Series II BCRA tile set)
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| Effect Parameters |
Sparkle Grade(SG),Diffuse coarseness(DC) and Color Variation(CV)
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Effect Measurement
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6 angles Sparkle Grade(SG),Color Variation(CV):15as-45°,15as-30°,15as-15°,15as15°,15as45°,15as80°
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15d Diffuse coarseness(DC)
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Effect Repeatability
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Sparkle Grade(SG) Short-term repeatability: 0.12% (10 times standard deviations) (When a color plate is measured 10 times at 10 second intervals after white calibration)
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Diffuse coarseness(DC) Short-term repeatability:e0.09% (10 times standard deviations) (When a color plate is measured 10 times at 10 second intervals after white calibration)
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Effect Reproducibility
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Sparkle Grade(SG) Reproducibility: 1.9% (10 times standard deviations)
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(avg on reference Series II BCRA tile set)
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Diffuse coarseness(DC) Reproducibility: 1.4% (10 times standard deviations)(avg on reference Series II BCRA tile set)
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| Trigger mode |
Pressure sensing trigger, button trigger, software trigger
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| Measuring Mode |
Single measurement, average measurement (1-99), continuous measurement (1-99)
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| Locating Mode |
Color camera preview
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| Dimension |
L*W*H=195X83X128mm
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| Weight |
About 1Kg
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| Power |
lithium-ion battery, 3.7V,3200mAh, Continuous test 6000 times within 8 hours of full charge
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| Display |
3.5-inch TFT color LCD, Capacitive Touch Screen
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| Interface |
USB, Bluetooth 5.0
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| Data Storage |
1000 pcs Standards,4000 pcs Samples
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| Language |
Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, English
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| Operating Environment |
10℃ to 50℃, humidity does not exceed 85%, no condensation
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| Storage Environment |
-20℃ to 50℃, humidity does not exceed 85%, no condensation
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| Calibration |
Built-in white board parameters, external white board, black light trap, color board
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| Calibration Interval |
4 hours,8 hours,24 hours,Startup calibration
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| Standard accessories |
Power Adapter, USB Cable, User Guide,PC Software(download from the official website), Calibration Board, black light trap,Protective cap, wristband
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| Optional Accessory |
Micro-printer
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| Notes |
Technical parameters are for reference only, subject to actual sales products.
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