3nh CR2 Colorimeter (Professional Edition; ΔE*ab 0.08)

3nh CR2 Colorimeter (Professional Edition; ΔE*ab 0.08)

In the modern industrial digitization era, color control is no longer confined to QC rooms with bulky equipment. Art designers, construction engineers, or production line leaders need a color measurement solution right on-site: compact as a lipstick but achieving scientific-grade accuracy, with the ability to instantly identify international color card codes. The 3nh CR2 Smart Mini Colorimeter (Professional Edition) is a technological masterpiece that fully meets these requirements – a premium pocket-sized color matching device featuring an extremely small Delta E*ab error below 0.08, turning any smartphone into a mobile color management laboratory.

Overview of the 3nh CR2 Smart Colorimeter (Professional Edition)

The 3nh CR2 (Professional Edition) is a professional-grade handheld mini colorimeter developed by 3nh based on a new-generation integrated optical technology platform. The device utilizes the international standard d/8 optical geometric structure (diffuse illumination, 8-degree viewing angle), fully meeting the stringent validation standards of CIE and ISO.

What makes the Professional Edition (CR2) high-value and completely superior to standard mini colorimeters on the market is its internal error control capability. With a measurement repeatability reaching a Delta E*ab index below 0.08 (the average value after multiple measurements on a standard white tile), the CR2 delivers color quantification results with absolute stability and reliability, bordering on high-end handheld instruments.

Technical Specifications:

Integrating Sphere Size: Φ20mm

Light Source: Full-spectrum LED light source

Spectroscopy Component: Filter spectro

Sensor: CMOS dual optical path sensor

Wavelength Range: 400～700nm

Measuring Aperture: Φ8mm

SCI/SCE: SCI

Color Space: CIE LAB, XYZ, Yxy, LCh, CIE LUV, s-RGB, HunterLab, βxy, DIN Lab99

Display Accuracy: 0.01

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)

Measurement Time: 1.0 second

Repeatability: Color: ΔE*ab within 0.08

Dimensions: Ø30X100mm

Weight: 88g

Battery: Lithium battery, can test 12,000 times continuously on a full charge

Light Source Lifespan: 5 years with more than 3 million measurements

Display Screen: 1.14-inch IPS color screen

Interface: Type-C USB; Bluetooth 5.0; Buttons

Language: Chinese, English

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

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

Accessories Included: Data cable, User Manual, Calibration box, SQCX PC color quality management software, MOBCCS APP (download)

Optional Accessories: Micro USB printer, powder test box

Outstanding Features of the 3nh CR2 Professional Edition

💡 Superior Accuracy (Delta E*ab below 0.08) – Maximum Reliability

Despite its pocket-sized mini dimensions, the CR2 Professional Edition does not compromise on hardware quality. The repeatability error between consecutive measurements is strictly controlled to under 0.08 Delta E*ab. This peak optical sensitivity ensures that the device detects the smallest micro-chromatic deviations, giving enterprises total peace of mind when accepting batch qualities.

💡 Smart Auto-Calibration upon Startup

Businesses no longer have to worry about forgetting to calibrate the device before measuring, which leads to data errors. The 3nh CR2 integrates a high-tech white calibration tile right inside its protective cap. Every time the device is turned on, it automatically executes an internal optical calibration process, ensuring it is always ready to work with the highest precision.

💡 Universal Mobile App Connection – Smart Cloud Digitization

Via a high-speed Bluetooth connection, the CR2 synchronizes perfectly with dedicated color management applications on Android and iOS operating systems. The mobile App unlocks versatile features:

• Automatic Electronic Color Code Lookup: Simply press the device and trigger a measurement on the material surface; the App automatically searches and displays the closest matching color codes in international Pantone, RAL, and NCS libraries with an accuracy rate of over 90%.
• Build Personal Color Libraries on the Cloud: Supports designers in creating and storing personal project color palettes (Color Cards) and instantly sharing digitized color data with colleagues or partners via Zalo, Email, or WeChat.

💡 Lightning-Fast Pass/Fail Evaluation Directly on the Device Body

The CR2 Professional Edition is equipped with a sharp mini display screen directly on its body, allowing the instrument to operate independently exceptionally well without a smartphone connection. With a simple click, the device calculates the color difference index and instantly displays intuitive chromatic analysis results, helping technicians on the workshop floor quickly screen defective parts directly on the production line.

💡 Mini, Fashionable, and Durable Ergonomic Design

With an ultra-lightweight profile and a refined cylindrical ergonomic design, the CR2 offers maximum mobility. Technicians can easily slip the device into a protective vest pocket, hook it to a lanyard, or carry it to on-site project surveys effortlessly. The body casing is crafted from premium materials that resist fingerprints and withstand impacts well in industrial environments.

Practical Applications of the 3nh CR2 Professional Edition

Thanks to its superior accuracy of Delta E*ab below 0.08 and smart mobile App connectivity, the 3nh CR2 mini colorimeter is widely applied in:

• Interior Design & Architecture Industry: Assists architects in measuring real-world colors of walls, wood samples, and fabric curtains on-site to accurately look up corresponding paint or fabric codes on Pantone/RAL color cards for precise 3D rendering.
• Paint Spraying & Household Coating Industry: Quickly inspects the color consistency of repair layers, automotive touch-up paint, and powder coatings on flat matte household appliances directly on the factory floor.
• Printing & Packaging Design Industry: Verifies the colors of trial prints and flat strip labels, helping sales personnel professionally approve colors directly with clients.
• Molded Plastics & Rubber Industry: Rapidly screens and evaluates chromatic deviations of molded plastic components and consumer electronics casings right on the packaging line at the start of a shift.