PCE CSM 3 Colorimeter

PCE CSM 3 Colorimeter

The PCE CSM 3 handheld colorimeter is an optimal solution designed to analyze and comprehensively evaluate color parameters based on international standard color spaces such as CIE LabCh* and CIE Lab*. The device operates based on standard 8-degree/diffuse (8°/d) photometric geometry combined with a standard D65 light source, 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 combined with a standard D65 light source system, along with a standard 8 mm measuring aperture to support accurate measurements on various surfaces.

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

Intelligent operation and connection system:

• Flexible device connection interface: Possesses an intuitive, easy-to-use interface, supporting white 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 port with specialized software to export quality management reports.

Manufacturing materials and durable structure: Sturdy handheld ergonomic 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 more than 3,000 measurements before needing a recharge.

Technical Specifications

Measurement geometry: 8°/d

Measuring aperture: Diameter 8 mm

Sensor: Silicon photoelectric diode

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

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

Inter-instrument error: <= 0.50 ΔE*ab Standard deviation: Within ΔE*ab 0.08 Repeatability: Average of 30 standard white plate measurements Light source: D65 Storage: 100 reference values, 20,000 samples Interface: USB Power supply: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery; 3.7 V @ 3,200 mAh Charging time: 2 hours (8 hours for initial use) Battery life: > 3,000 measurements

Lamp life: 3 years, more than 1 million measurements

Operating temperature / Humidity range: 0 … +40°C / 32 … +104°F; 0 … 85% RH

Dimensions: 200 x 70 x 100 mm / 7.8 x 2.7 x 3.9 inches

Weight: 500 g / 17.6 oz

Delivery scope includes

1 x PCE-CSM 3

1 x Lithium-ion battery

1 x Power adapter

1 x Calibration tile (white)

1 x PC software

1 x User manual

Practical Applications

Thanks to its in-depth and flexible color control capability, the PCE CSM 3 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 testing centers.