PCE CSM 5 Colorimeter

PCE CSM 5 Colorimeter

The PCE CSM 5 handheld colorimeter is an optimal solution designed to analyze and comprehensively evaluate color parameters based on international standard color spaces such as CIE LAB, XYZ, LCh, RGB, and LUV. The device operates based on standard 8-degree/diffuse (8°/d) photometric geometry, 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 lighting LED system, along with 2 flexible measuring apertures of 4 mm and 8 mm (or 6 mm and 8 mm depending on the version) that can be swapped to support 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 0.03), supporting diverse color difference formulas and integrating intuitive PASS/FAIL evaluation.

Intelligent operation and connection system:

• Flexible device connection interface: Possesses a sharp 2.8-inch TFT color screen combined with an intuitive button interface, making white calibration and parameter setup easy right at the field.
• Combined data processing system: Allows for mass storage directly on the machine with a large 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 5,000 measurements before needing a recharge.

Technical Specifications

Measurement geometry: 8°/d

Measuring aperture: Ø 6 mm, Ø 10 mm (interchangeable)

Sensor: Silicon photoelectric diode

Color spaces: CIE LAB, XYZ, LCh, RGB, LUV

Color difference formulas: ΔE*ab, ΔE(h), ΔE*uv, ΔE*94, ΔE*cmc (2:1), ΔE*cmc (1:1), ΔE*00

Other color indices: WI (E313, CIE, AATCC, Hunter), YI (D1925, 313), Color fastness, Dyeing fastness, JPC79, BFD (1.5:1), FMCII

Observation angle: CIE 10°

Light source: D65, A, C, D50, F2, F6, F7, F8, F10, F11, F12

Light source device: Combined LED

Measurement time: 0.4 s

Repeatability: ΔE*ab 0.03

Storage: 100 reference values, 20,000 samples

Interface: USB / RS-232

Display: 2.8″ TFT (16:9)

Power supply: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery, 3.7 V @ 3,200 mAh

Battery life: Approx. 5,000 measurements

Lamp life: 5 years, more than 1.6 million measurements

Operating temperature: 0 … +40°C / 32 … 104°F

Storage temperature: -20 … +50°C / -4 … 122°F

Dimensions: 205 x 67 x 80 mm / 8 x 2.6 x 3.1 inches

Weight: 500 g / 17.6 oz

Delivery scope includes

1 x PCE-CSM 5

1 x Lithium-ion battery

1 x Power adapter

1 x Calibration tile (white)

1 x PC software

1 x User manual

1 x Aluminum carrying case

Practical Applications

Thanks to its in-depth and flexible color control capability, the PCE CSM 5 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.