Description
The Multi-Angle Spectrophotometer with 8 Angles YR05491 // YR05492 from Kalstein is an essential tool for professionals in industries requiring high precision in color analysis. This advanced spectrophotometer is specifically designed for evaluating complex special effect finishes, such as metallic and pearlescent coatings. It features a state-of-the-art multi-angle measurement geometry and utilizes a high-resolution optical system, ensuring accuracy and stability even on curved surfaces. With its full-spectrum LED light source enhanced with blue light, this device provides optimal spectral distribution across the visible range, adhering to international standards like ASTM, ISO, and SAE. Such attributes make it an indispensable asset for quality management in sectors like automotive, cosmetics, and plastics.
Market Price
The YR05491 // YR05492 spectrophotometer is positioned competitively in the market, typically ranging from $29,500 to $30,500, depending on the configuration and accessories chosen. This places the product in a strategic spot for companies seeking precision and reliability in color control without compromising on the value for their investment. To explore specific pricing options, we encourage you to request a customized quote or generate one automatically using the Kalstein Plus platform, offering an efficient and tailored purchasing experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the primary applications of the YR05491 // YR05492?
This spectrophotometer excels in the analysis of metallic, pearlescent, and other complex finishes, widely used in the automotive, cosmetics, and plastics industries. - Is this device PC compatible?
Absolutely, the YR05491 // YR05492 includes comprehensive color management software for PC, enabling detailed data analysis and reporting. - How much storage capacity does the spectrophotometer have?
The device can store up to 1,000 standard measurements and 4,000 samples, allowing for extensive record-keeping and data management.
Advantages and Disadvantages
Key advantages of the YR05491 // YR05492 include its ability to handle multi-angle measurements and its exceptional precision, with a ΔE*ab standard deviation of just 0.03. It also offers USB and Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity for seamless data transfers. However, it’s worth noting that its focus on complex finish analysis could limit its use for simpler applications.
Field Applications
Widely acclaimed for its role in ensuring precise color control, the YR05491 // YR05492 is used extensively in industries dealing with products having metallic and pearlescent finishes. Its multi-angle measurements provide comprehensive insights into color consistency and gloss levels, guaranteeing the visual quality of the final product. Additionally, its color camera preview feature ensures accurate positioning of the measurement area, thereby optimizing lab or production line accuracy and efficiency.
Recommendations
For optimal performance of the YR05491 // YR05492, regular calibration is crucial, and it should be maintained in a clean, dust-free environment. Its lithium-ion battery facilitates up to 6,000 measurements within an 8-hour period, albeit necessitating regular recharging. To explore how the Multi-Angle Spectrophotometer YR05491 // YR05492 can enhance your industry’s color control precision and efficiency, we invite you to request a personalized quote or generate one easily through Kalstein Plus.
Features
- Multi-angle measurement capability (8 or 12 angles)
- Full spectrum LED light source with blue enhancement
- 256-element CMOS image sensor for high-resolution measurements
- USB and Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity
- PC-compatible color management software included
- Storage capacity for 1,000 standards and 4,000 samples
Technical Specifications
| Model | YR05491 |
| Measurement Geometry | 8 measurement angles (6 illumination sources, 2 receivers) |
| Measure Angle | 45° Receiver： |
| 45as-15°,45as15°,45as25°,45as45°,45as75°,45as110° | |
| 15°Receiver： | |
| 15as-45°,15as-15° | |
| 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 | |
| SAE J 1545 | |
| 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 |
| Lamp Life | 5 years, 3 million times measurements |
| Spectrophotometric Mode | Concave Grating |
| Sensor | 256 Image Element Double Array CMOS Image Sensor |
| Wavelength Range | 400nm-700nm |
| Wavelength Interval | 10nm |
| Measurement Range | 0~600% |
| Semiband Width | 10nm |
| Measuring Aperture | Φ12mm |
| Color Space | CIE LAB, XYZ, Yxy, LCh, βxy, DIN Lab99 |
| Color Difference Formula | ΔE*ab, ΔE*94, ΔE*cmc(2:1), ΔE*cmc(1:1), ΔE*00, DINΔE99, ΔE DIN6175 |
| Other Colorimetric Index | Flop Index, Int-Em |
| 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 |
| Measuring Time | Approx. 1 second for one angle |
| Approx. 8 seconds for all angles | |
| Repeatability | Spectral reflectance: Standard deviation within 0.08% |
| Chromaticity value: ΔE*ab 0.03 ( When a white calibration plate is measured 30 times at 5-second intervals after white calibration) | |
| Reproducibility | ΔE*<0.10, avg on the gray tile of BCRA tile set |
| ΔE*<0.25, avg on the color BCRA tile set | |
| Inter-instrument Error | 0.18ΔE*00 (avg on reference Series II BCRA tile set) |
| Effect Parameters | Sparkle Grade(SG), Diffuse coarseness(DC) and Color Variation(CV) |
| Effect Measurement | 6 angles Sparkle Grade(SG), Color Variation(CV): 15as-45°, 15as-30°, 15as-15°, 15as15°, 15as45°, 15as80° |
| 15d Diffuse coarseness(DC) | |
| Effect Repeatability | 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) |
| 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) | |
| Effect Reproducibility | Sparkle Grade(SG) Reproducibility: 1.9% (10 times standard deviations) |
| (avg on reference Series II BCRA tile set) | |
| Diffuse coarseness(DC) Reproducibility: 1.4% (10 times standard deviations) (avg on reference Series II BCRA tile set) | |
| Trigger mode | Pressure sensing trigger, button trigger, software trigger |
| Measuring Mode | Single measurement, average measurement (1-99), continuous measurement (1-99) |
| Locating Mode | Color camera preview |
| Dimension | L*W*H=195X83X128mm |
| Weight | About 1Kg |
| Power | lithium-ion battery, 3.7V, 3200mAh, Continuous test 6000 times within 8 hours of full charge |
| Display | 3.5-inch TFT color LCD, Capacitive Touch Screen |
| Interface | USB, Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Data Storage | 1000 pcs Standards, 4000 pcs Samples |
| Language | Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, English |
| Operating Environment | 10℃ to 50℃, humidity does not exceed 85%, no condensation |
| Storage Environment | -20℃ to 50℃, humidity does not exceed 85%, no condensation |
| Calibration | Built-in white board parameters, external white board, black light trap, color board |
| Calibration Interval | 4 hours, 8 hours, 24 hours, Startup calibration |
| Standard accessories | Power Adapter, USB Cable, User Guide, PC Software(download from the official website), Calibration Board, black light trap, Protective cap, wristband |
| Optional Accessory | Micro-printer |
| Notes | Technical parameters are for reference only, subject to actual sales products. |
