CHN SPEC DS-420 Spectrophotometer (D/8, dE*ab≤0.03, Φ11mm/Φ10mm/Φ6mm/Φ5mm/Φ3mm)
The CHNSpec DS-420 Spectrophotometer is a new generation portable color measurement device, optimized to provide a perfect balance between high accuracy and measurement flexibility. Integrating a versatile D/8 geometric structure and a switchable 5-aperture measurement system, the DS-420 is a comprehensive solution for stringent color quality control (QC) on various sample shapes and sizes.
Outstanding Features:
Standard D/8 Optical Structure: Utilizing an integrating sphere to create a uniform diffuse light source on the sample surface. This structure minimizes errors caused by texture direction, roughness, or surface conditions, providing objective and stable measurement results.
Versatile 5-Aperture System: Featuring up to 5 aperture options (from large 11mm/10mm, medium 6mm/5mm to small 3mm), the device allows users to flexibly measure on large flat surfaces as well as easily access narrow details, curved surfaces, beveled edges, or components with limited areas.
Impressive Accuracy and Repeatability: With an extremely low error margin (ΔE*ab ≤ 0.03), the DS-420 provides excellent repeatability compared to many other handheld devices on the market. This helps factories maintain absolute color consistency for product batches over a long period.
Positioning Camera for Accurate Measurement: To maximize the effectiveness of the 3mm aperture, the device is integrated with an observation camera for the measurement area. Users can look directly at the screen to correctly align the measurement position, avoiding mistakenly measuring outside the target color area.
Smart Design, Independent Operation: The device features an ergonomic design, easy to operate with one hand. The built-in crisp color screen intuitively displays color data, spectral graphs, and Pass/Fail results directly on-site without needing a computer connection.
Technical Specifications:
Measurement Structure: D/8, SCI+SCE
Measurement Repeatability: dE*ab≤0.03
Display Accuracy: 0.01
Measurement/Illumination Aperture: Φ11mm/Φ10mm/Φ6mm/Φ5mm/Φ3mm
Color Space and Indices: Reflectance, CIE-Lab, CIE-LCh, HunterLab, CIE-Luv, XYZ, Yxy, RGB, Color Difference (ΔΕ*ab, ΔE*cmc, ΔΕ*94, ΔΕ*00), WI (ASTM E313-00, ASTM E313-73, CIE, ISO2470/R457, AATCC, Hunter, TaubeBerger Stensby), YI (ASTM D1925, ASTM E313-00, ASTM E313-73), Blackness (My, dM), Color Fastness, Tint (ASTM E313-00), Color Density CMYK (A, T, E, M), Milm, Munsell, Opacity, Color Strength
Illuminant Conditions: A, B, C, D50, D55, D65, D75, F1, F2, F3, F4, F5, F6, F7, F8, F9, F10, F11, F12, CWF, U30, U35, DLF, NBF, TL83, TL84, ID50, ID65, LED-B1, LED-B2, LED-B3, LED-B4, LED-B5, LED-BH1, LED-RGB1, LED-V1, LED-V2
Light Source: Full-band balanced LED light source + UV
Observation Method: Camera
Calibration: Smart automatic calibration
Software Support: Android, iOS, Windows, WeChat app
Guaranteed Accuracy: Measurement Level I
Field of View: 2°, 10°
Integrating Sphere Diameter: 40mm
Compliance Standards: CIE No.15, GB/T 3978, GB 2893, GB/T 18833, ISO7724-1, ASTM E1164, DIN5033 Teil7
Spectroscopic Method: Nano-integrated spectroscopic device
Sensor: 16-group dual silicon photodiode array
Wavelength Interval: 10nm
Wavelength Range: (user-viewable reflectance at 31 wavelengths)
Reflectance Measurement Range: 0-200%
Reflectance Resolution: 0.01%
Measurement Method: Single measurement, average measurement (2 to 99 measurements)
Measurement Time: Approx. 1 second
Interface: USB, Bluetooth
Screen: 3.5-inch full-color screen
Battery Capacity: Rechargeable, 8000 continuous tests, 3.7V/3000mA
Light Source Lifespan: 10 years and 1 million cycles
Language: Simplified Chinese, English
Storage: Device: 10,000 data items; APP: Mass storage
Common Applications
Thanks to the combination of the stable D/8 structure and 5 versatile apertures, the CHNSpec DS-420 is an ideal device for industries with complex samples and strict QC requirements:
- Plastics and Molded Components: Color measurement of plastic pellets, complex injection-molded products, rough or glossy plastic surfaces, or curved component details.
- Paints and Coatings: Evaluating the color consistency of electrostatic coatings, painted metal details, and automotive/motorcycle parts.
- Electronics & Automotive Interiors: Color analysis on phone casings, buttons, center consoles, steering wheels, and window buttons (using the 3mm aperture).
- Textiles & Garments: Inspecting color deviation of woven fabrics, sewing threads, raw fabrics, and footwear products.













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