3nh NS800 Spectrophotometer (400~700nm; 10nm)

3nh NS800 Spectrophotometer (400~700nm; 10nm)

In the context of modern industrial competition, product color uniformity across different production batches is the top criterion for establishing a company’s reputation with customers. However, outdated conventional colorimeters using RGB color filters are highly susceptible to data drift over time or large errors caused by metamerism. The 3nh NS800 handheld spectrophotometer is the perfect upgrade solution for QC departments—bringing ultra-fine 10nm diffraction grating spectral analysis technology into a compact portable device, helping enterprises digitize colors in the most scientific, objective, and transparent way.

Overview of the 3nh NS800 Spectrophotometer

The 3nh NS800 is a high-standard handheld spectrophotometer designed for mobile testing directly across factories, warehouses, or mid-range QC laboratories. The device utilizes an internationally standardized d/8 optical geometric structure (diffused illumination, 8-degree viewing angle), fully and strictly satisfying the rigorous regulations of the International Commission on Illumination (CIE No.15), ISO 7724/1, ASTM E1164, and DIN 5033.

The core strength that allows the NS800 to achieve outstanding stability lies in its diffraction grating spectral separation technology combined with a highly sensitive dual-path CMOS matrix sensor system. The instrument extracts the spectral energy of reflected light from the 400 nm to 700 nm wavelength range with a fine 10nm pitch interval, helping to detect micro-shade variations that the naked eye can easily overlook.

Key Features of the 3nh NS800

💡 Fine Spectral Analysis Capability (400~700nm; 10nm Interval)

Featuring a continuous spectral scanning range that completely covers the visible light spectrum with an extremely small 10nm bandwidth interval, the 3nh NS800 can accurately reproduce the detailed spectral curve of materials. This technology allows the device to completely eliminate errors caused by metamerism, ensuring maximum objectivity in measurement results and maintaining excellent repeatability over tens of thousands of consecutive tests.

💡 Simultaneous Integration of Dual Premium Measuring Modes: SCI & SCE

The advanced optical system of the NS800 allows technicians to perform deep analysis of material characteristics via two flexible measuring modes:

• SCI (Specular Component Included): Measures the actual core intrinsic color of the material, eliminating all interference caused by matte surface gloss or the roughness of coatings and plastic resins.
• SCE (Specular Component Excluded): Measures the actual color appearance as seen by the consumer, perfectly serving product aesthetic evaluations according to real visual perception.

💡 Standard Flat Measuring Aperture and Precise Positioning Illumination

The NS800 features an industry-standard flat measuring aperture with a Φ8mm diameter, which is the most common and optimal size for the vast majority of manufactured material samples. The flat aperture design allows the device to fit completely flush against large, flat product surfaces, eliminating external stray light interference. Combined with a clearly defined illuminated positioning spot, technicians can easily align the aperture with the exact area to be measured.

💡 Comprehensive Color Spaces and Ultra-Fast Pass/Fail Evaluation

With a single button press taking less than 1.5 seconds, the sharp industrial graphic display of the NS800 immediately presents intuitive results:

• A complete set of international color spaces: CIE Lab, XYZ, Yxy, LCh, RGB…
• The most advanced color difference formulas: Delta Eab, Delta E00, Delta Ecmc, Delta E94.
• Smart tolerance warning mode: Automatically compares the measured sample with the standard sample and instantly displays a Pass or Fail result based on the allowable tolerance range, helping shop-floor operators rapidly screen for defective parts directly on the production line.

💡 Deep Data Management via PC Software Connection

Via a high-speed USB data transfer port, the NS800 effortlessly synchronizes data with the professional SQC8 PC-based color management software. The software supports businesses in storing tens of thousands of standard sample datasets, managing digital color libraries (Pantone, RAL), tracking shade variation trend charts across production batches, and automatically exporting professional quality control reports (QC Reports) in PDF/Excel formats to send to major partners.

Technical Specifications:

Integrating sphere size: Φ58mm

Light source: Combined LED Light source

Spectrophotometric mode: Concave Grating

Sensor: Silicon photodiode array

Wavelength range: 400~700nm

Wavelength interval: 10nm

Reflectance range: 0-200%

Measuring aperture: Φ8mm

Dimensions: L*W*H=90*77*230mm

Weight: 600g

Battery: Li-ion battery. 5000 measurements within 8 hours

Lamp lifespan: 5 years, more than 1.6 million measurements

Display screen: TFT 3.5-inch, Capacitive Touch Screen

Interface: USB/RS-232

Data storage: 1000 Standards, 15000 Samples

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

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

Standard Accessory: Power Adapter, Li-ion Battery, Operating Instruction, CD-ROM (containing management software), Data Line, White and Black Calibration Cavity, Protective Cover and Wrist Strap

Optional Accessory: Micro Printer, Universal Test Component

Practical Applications of the 3nh NS800

Thanks to its mobility, high stability, and fine 10nm spectral scanning band, the 3nh NS800 handheld spectrophotometer is a core instrument in the following fields:

• Plastic Industry: Controlling the color uniformity of incoming plastic resins, preforms, and the surfaces of large flat molded plastic products such as household plastic panels, TV or refrigerator casings, and automotive plastic components.
• Paint, Coating & Plating Industry: Inspecting color deviations in powder coatings, coil coatings, protective finishes on metal sheets, construction materials, and architectural wooden furniture.
• Printing & Packaging Industry: Checking color variations of printing ink on paper boxes, flat corrugated cartons, and embossed decal labels, ensuring absolute compliance with brand identity logo colors for partners.
• Textile & Leather Industry: Rapidly evaluating color quality, color fastness, and color consistency between flat dyed fabric rolls before moving to mass cutting and sewing lines.