PCE CSM 1 Colorimeter

PCE CSM 1 Colorimeter

The PCE-CSM 1 handheld colorimeter is an optimal solution designed to analyze and comprehensively evaluate color parameters based on international standard color spaces such as CIE LabCh, CIE Lab*, and CIE XYZ. The device operates based on standard 8-degree/diffuse (8°/d) photometric geometry combined with an integrating sphere system illuminating the sample at an 8-degree angle, helping to perform quick and accurate color tests without affecting the sample.

Outstanding Features

Comprehensive optical measurement system: The device is equipped with a high-quality silicon photoelectric diode sensor along with a standard measuring aperture of 4 mm or 6 mm (depending on the version), supporting accurate measurements on various surfaces.

Powerful parameter testing performance: Applying advanced signal processing technology with high repeatability (standard deviation within color difference ΔE*ab less than or equal to 0.08), supporting color difference calculation formulas such as ΔE*ab, ΔL*a*b, and ΔECH.

Intelligent operation and connection system:

• Flexible device connection interface: Possesses a user-friendly ergonomic design, supporting automatic white-black contrast calibration to maintain long-term accuracy.
• Combined data processing system: Allows for mass storage directly on the machine with memory storing up to 100 reference samples and 20,000 measured samples, supporting PC connection via USB communication port with specialized software to export quality management reports.

Manufacturing materials and durable structure: Sturdy vertical handheld design using high-grade materials, helping to maintain stability in laboratory and production workshop working environments.

Energy-optimized operation mechanism: Uses a high-capacity 3.7 V Lithium-ion rechargeable battery (3,200 mAh), supporting approximately 5,000 measurements before needing a recharge.

Technical Specifications

Measurement geometry: 8°/d

Measuring aperture: Ø 6 mm

Sensor: Silicon photoelectric diode

Color spaces: CIE L*a*b*C*h, CIE L*a*b, CIE XYZ

Color difference formulas: ΔE*ab, ΔL*a*b, ΔE*C*H

Observation angle: CIE 10°

Light source: D65

Light source device: Blue light LED

Inter-instrument error: <= 0.50 ΔE*ab

Storage: 100 reference values, 20,000 samples

Repeatability: Standard deviation within ΔE*ab 0.08

Measurement condition: Average of 30 standard white plate measurements

Power supply: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery; 3.7 V @ 3200 mAh

Charging time: 8 hours

Battery life: Approx. 5,000 measurements

Lamp life: 5 years, more than 1.6 million measurements

Storage conditions:

Air temperature: 0 … +40°C

Air humidity: 0 … 85% RH, non-condensing

Dimensions: 205 x 67 x 80 mm / 8.07 x 2.63 x 3.14 inches

Weight: 500 g / 17.6 oz

Delivery scope includes

1 x PCE-CSM 1

1 x USB cable

1 x Lithium-ion battery

1 x AC charging adapter

1 x Wrist band

1 x Calibration tile (white)

1 x Soft carrying case

1 x PC software

1 x User manual

Practical Applications

Thanks to its in-depth and flexible color control capability, the PCE CSM 1 is widely applied in many industries:

• Paint & Plastics Industry: Testing color uniformity of paint batches, plastic films, electronic components, and construction materials.
• Textile & Fashion Industry: Evaluating color fastness, color deviation between fabric raw materials and finished products according to digital technical standards.
• Laboratories & Quality Inspection: Serving R&D research, periodic testing of strict color standards in industrial and medical testing centers.