3nh NR10QC Precision Colorimeter (8°/D; Φ4mm)

3nh NR10QC Precision Colorimeter (8°/D; Φ4mm)

In industrial manufacturing and processing workflows, controlling color uniformity across different production batches is a decisive factor in maintaining a company’s reputation. For products with small, narrow, or complex curved surfaces, or miniature components such as phone buttons, clothing buttons, stitched edges, and plastic parts… using conventional large-aperture colorimeters is nearly impossible because the measuring aperture cannot fit completely flush against the surface, leading to light leakage and severe measurement errors. The 3nh NR10QC precision colorimeter stands out as the comprehensive answer—a mini handheld device featuring a small Φ4mm aperture paired with a standard d/8 geometry, helping enterprises standardize their QC workflows at the best investment cost on the market.

Overview of the 3nh NR10QC Precision Colorimeter

The 3nh NR10QC is an entry-level handheld colorimeter fully optimized for rapid inspection (Quick Check) capabilities directly on the production floor or in warehouses. The device utilizes an internationally standardized d/8 optical geometric structure (diffused integrating sphere illumination, 8-degree viewing angle), fully satisfying the strict regulations of CIE standards.

The core advantage that makes the NR10QC a highly popular mobile color testing tool lies in its ultra-compact dimensions combined with a narrow measuring aperture. The testing operation is streamlined to the absolute maximum, allowing floor operators to trigger measurements and obtain results in under 1 second without going through any complex setup procedures.

Key Features of the 3nh NR10QC

💡 Small Φ4mm Measuring Aperture – Specialized for Curved Structures and Small Components

The most valuable asset of the NR10QC is its narrow measuring aperture design with a diameter of just Φ4mm. This dimension allows the aperture to fit perfectly flush against small, restricted areas, thin aluminum trims, curved tube geometries, bottle caps, or miniature electronic components. This flush positioning completely eliminates external stray light interference, ensuring maximum reliability for the collected data.

💡 Stable International Standard d/8 Optical Geometry

The device implements a premium d/8 diffused integrating sphere optical geometric structure, which distributes light uniformly over the sample surface. This technology enables the instrument to accurately measure the intrinsic core color values of materials, mitigating errors caused by mild surface gloss or material texturing inside the optical path.

💡 Ultra-Fast Operation and Intuitive Pass/Fail Evaluation

The NR10QC is widely regarded as a plug-and-play colorimeter due to its ultra-fast processing speeds. With a single action of placing the device and pressing the button:

• The device delivers intuitive CIE Lab color coordinate results directly on its sharp screen.
• It automatically calculates the industry-standard color difference index, Delta E*ab, between the actual sample and the target standard.
• It displays smart tolerance alerts based on pre-set tolerance ranges, allowing floor workers to instantly recognize whether a product passes or fails for rapid screening directly on the conveyor line.

💡 Highly Portable and Ergonomic Mini Handheld Design

Featuring an ultra-lightweight build and an ergonomic block-style form factor that fits comfortably in the palm of your hand, the NR10QC offers maximum flexibility for technicians. You can easily slip the device into a protective work coat pocket, carry it for on-site inspections across plastic injection molding floors or raw material warehouses, or travel for sample audits at a partner’s facility with absolute ease.

💡 Smart Power Management for Enduring Operation

The instrument utilizes low power-consumption technology paired with a premium, large-capacity rechargeable Lithium-ion battery system. A single full charge allows the device to perform thousands of continuous measurements, ensuring uninterrupted workflow across long production shifts in the factory.

Technical Specifications:

Illuminating/Viewing geometry: 8°/D according to CIE No.15, GB/T 3978.

Light source: White LED light source

Sensor: Silicon photoelectric photodiode array

Measuring aperture: Φ4mm

Dimensions: 205X67X80mm

Weight: Approx. 400g (including battery)

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

Display screen: TFT 2.8 inch

Interface: USB

Data storage: 100 Standards, 10000 Samples

Operating environment: 0~40℃ (32~104°F)

Storage environment: -20~50℃ (-4~122°F)

PC Software: No

Standard Accessory: Power adapter, manual, quality management software (official website download), USB cable, wristband

Optional Accessory: Micro Printer, powder test box

Practical Applications of the 3nh NR10QC

Thanks to its specialized small Φ4mm aperture design and the best investment cost among genuine brand instruments, the 3nh NR10QC precision colorimeter is widely applied in:

• Plastic Industry & Electronic Components: Inspecting color deviations in small plastic details such as press buttons, keypad keys, earphone casings, charging ports, miniature children’s toys, or terminal connectors.
• Printing & Packaging Production: Checking printing ink colors on narrow label strips, small embossed logo typography, plastic bottle caps, and cosmetic tubes with curved surfaces.
• Garment Accessories & Footwear Industry: Rapidly evaluating color consistency for clothing buttons, zipper sliders, shoelaces, or decorative plastic trim strips along shoe bodies.
• Coating & Small Detail Powder Spraying: Quickly checking color uniformity of powder coatings on small mechanical parts, decorative screws, curved door handles, or narrow-profile aluminum extrusions.