3nh TS8280 Benchtop Spectrophotometer (Single aperture; ΔE*ab 0.05)

3nh TS8280 Benchtop Spectrophotometer (Single aperture; ΔE*ab 0.05)

In material manufacturing and processing industries, consistent color across production batches is the core criterion for evaluating product quality. Unlike handheld devices which are often affected by user handling or measuring head flushness, a fixed benchtop system provides absolute stability and reliability for the laboratory. The 3nh TS8280 benchtop spectrophotometer emerges as the ideal quality control standardization solution – a dedicated benchtop instrument boasting a repeatability error Delta E*ab of just 0.05, helping businesses digitize and manage colors in the most scientific and transparent way.

Overview of 3nh TS8280 Benchtop Spectrophotometer

The 3nh TS8280 is a professionally designed benchtop spectrophotometer utilizing the international standard d/8 optical geometry with an integrated diffusing sphere system (diffuse illumination, 8-degree viewing angle). The device fully and strictly complies with the regulations of the International Commission on Illumination (CIE No.15), ISO 7724/1, ASTM E1164, and DIN 5033.

The core power that allows the TS8280 to achieve outstanding stability lies in its optical grating light-splitting technology combined with a high-resolution dual-array CMOS spectral matrix sensor system. The instrument smoothly separates visible light energy across the 400nm to 700nm wavelength range, delivering measurement results with an excellent repeatability error Delta E*ab below 0.05, ensuring perfect data consistency between measurements.

Key Features of 3nh TS8280

💡 High Laboratory-Grade Precision (Delta E*ab of just 0.05)

With an exceptionally low measurement error (Delta E*ab below 0.05), the TS8280 delivers ultra-fine color spectrum analysis capabilities comparable to high-end Master instruments. The smart optical system features automatic temperature compensation and completely eliminates interference from external stray light in the workshop environment, ensuring absolute data stability over tens of thousands of continuous operations.

💡 Stable Standard Fixed Measuring Aperture (Single Aperture)

The TS8280 is equipped with a standard fixed flat measuring aperture (typically a Ø8mm or Ø10mm configuration depending on the selected version). Utilizing a single aperture optimizes the internal optical chamber, eliminating mechanical errors caused by switching apertures, and ensuring the most ideal repeatability when testing standard flat material samples.

💡 Comprehensive Measurement of Both SCI and SCE Modes

The premium optical system of the instrument allows for deep analysis of material surface characteristics through two measurement modes:

• SCI (Specular Component Included): Measures the core intrinsic color of the material, completely eliminating interfering effects from the surface gloss or roughness of coating films and plastic pellets.
• SCE (Specular Component Excluded): Measures the actual color shades as displayed to the human eye, serving perfectly for product appearance evaluation according to visual perception.

💡 Intuitive Sample Positioning and Spacious Measuring Workspace

The device features an intuitive horizontal measurement chamber design, allowing technicians to easily place and secure samples using a heavy-duty, robust kẹp fixture. Securing the sample completely eliminates light leakage and sample shifting errors commonly found in handheld devices, delivering absolute accuracy for long-duration testing.

💡 PC Software Connectivity and Automated Report Generation

Through a high-speed USB connection, the TS8280 seamlessly synchronizes data with advanced color management software on PCs. The software supports businesses in:

• Storing thousands of standard samples and establishing digital electronic color card libraries (Pantone, RAL).
• Plotting spectral reflectance curve graphs and multi-dimensional color coordinate deviation charts.
• Automatically exporting professional Quality Control Reports (QC Reports) in PDF/Excel formats to send to partners or for internal archival.

Technical Specifications:

Integrating Sphere Size: Φ152mm

Light Source: Combined full-spectrum LED light source

Spectroscopic Mode: Flat Grating

Sensor: Silicon photodiode array (dual row, 40 groups)

Wavelength Range: 400~700nm

Wavelength Interval: 10nm

Half Bandwidth: 10nm

Reflectance Range: 0~200%

Measuring Aperture: Φ30mm/Φ25.4mm

Color Space: CIE LAB, XYZ, Yxy, LCh, CIE LUV, s-RGB, βxy, Munsell(C/2)

Observer Angle: 2°/10°

Illuminants: D65, A, C, D50, D55, D75, F1, F2(CWF), F3, F4, F5, F6, F7 (DLF), F8, F9, F10(TPL5), F11(TL84), F12(TL83/U30)

Displayed Data: Spectral graph/values, sample chromaticity values, color difference values/graphs, PASS/FAIL results, color simulation, color deviation

Measurement Time: Approx. 1.5s (SCI & SCE approx. 3.2s)

Repeatability: Chromaticity value: MAV/SCI, within ΔE*ab 0.05 (After white calibration, white calibration plate measured 30 times at 5s intervals)

Measurement Mode: Single measurement, average measurement (2-99 times)

Locating Method: Camera Locating

Dimensions: L*W*H = 370x240x260mm

Weight: approx. 7.8kg

Power Supply: AC 24V, 3A Power adapter

Light Source Lifespan: 5 years, >3 million measurements

Display Screen: 7-inch TFT color LCD, capacitive touch screen

Data Interface: USB, Bluetooth® 5.0, trigger switch interface

Data Storage: 1000 Pcs (Standards), Samples: 30000 Pcs

Language: Simplified Chinese, English, Traditional Chinese

Operating Environment: 0~40℃, 0~85%RH (non-condensing), Altitude < 2000m

Storage Environment: -20~50℃, 0~85%RH (non-condensing)

Included Accessories: Power Adapter, USB cable, user manual, PC software (download), white and black calibration cavity, protective cover, aperture (optional aperture)

Optional Accessories: Micro printer, footswitch, rotating bracket

Practical Applications of 3nh TS8280

Thanks to its robust benchtop design, precise measurement, and highly reasonable investment cost for the benchtop segment, the 3nh TS8280 is a core instrument in the following fields:

• Plastics Industry: Controlling the color uniformity of incoming Masterbatch pellets, plastic blanks, and large flat molded products such as household plastic panels and electronic device casings.
• Paint & Plating Coating Industry: Inspecting color deviation of powder coatings, coil coatings, and protective layers on sheet metals, building materials, and architectural wooden furniture.
• Printing & Packaging Industry: Checking color deviation of printing inks on paper boxes, flat cardboard boxes, and decal labels to ensure compliance with brand identity logo colors.
• Textile & Leather Industry: Rapidly evaluating color quality, color fastness, and color consistency across flat dyed fabric rolls before entering mass cutting and sewing lines.