Konica Minolta LCS-IV Spectrophotometer

Konica Minolta LCS-IV Spectrophotometer

The Konica Minolta LCS-IV is a specialized benchtop spectrophotometer designed specifically for liquid color measurement applications.

Unlike conventional reflectance colorimeters intended for solid surfaces, the LCS-IV utilizes the transmittance measurement principle. The device automatically analyzes the light matrix passing through the solution, thereby accurately calculating color indices according to the strictest international standard scale systems in the chemical and food industries.

Information on Konica Minolta LCS-IV Spectrophotometer

The Konica Minolta LCS-IV is a standalone spectrophotometer featuring an integrated 7-inch touchscreen, allowing it to be operated without a computer.

Includes all critical color scales and color indices.

Automatic cuvette identification prevents measurement errors.

The Konica Minolta LCS-IV spectrophotometer is designed for use with disposable plastic cuvettes, high-precision glass cuvettes, or 11mm round tubes.

Easily replaceable rectangular cell compartment.

High measurement reliability is guaranteed by a comprehensive verification procedure.

Utilizes password-protected configuration file memory for each profile, including GLP documentation.

Open sample chamber for effortless operation.
Front USB port for convenient computer or printer connectivity.

Easy data transmission to existing networks via the integrated Ethernet (LAN) interface.
Determines visual color numbers and common color spaces (such as CIELAB*, CIELCH*, Hunter Lab).
Calibration memory and automatic zeroing for all cuvette types ensure that calibration data is applied correctly.

The dual-beam principle guarantees high accuracy and reliability of measurement results.
Operates with 10mm and 50mm rectangular cuvettes and 11mm round cuvettes for optimum precision.

The standalone Konica Minolta LCS-IV spectrophotometer integrates a 7-inch touchscreen, enabling PC-free operation.

Seamless data transfer to existing networks via the integrated Ethernet (LAN) interface.

The dual-beam principle ensures high accuracy and reliability of computed results.

The LCS-IV spectrophotometer is a high-precision color measurement instrument that utilizes the dual-beam principle to perform spectral measurements of all color levels for optically clear liquids. In addition to conventional visual color indices (Gardner, Iodine, etc.), the LCS IV can measure opponent color systems such as CIELAB and CIELCH under standard illuminant conditions A, C, D65 and 2°/10° observers, as well as the Hunter Lab space.

Real-World Industrial Applications

The Konica Minolta LCS-IV liquid spectrophotometer is a core instrument in the central laboratories and QA/QC departments of:

Chemical & Plastics Industry: Checking the purity of solvents, plasticizers, liquid resins, acids, and raw organic compounds.

Petroleum & Lubricants Industry: Measuring the Saybolt index of fuels, petroleum products, and assessing engine lubricant quality according to ASTM standards.

Food & Beverage Industry: Controlling the color consistency of cooking oils, liquid sugar, honey, fish sauce, fruit juice concentrates, beer, and wine.

Pharmaceuticals & Cosmetics: Measuring the color intensity of liquid medications, syrups, essential oils, and liquid cosmetic bases.

Product Technical Specifications

Parameter Values
Input Voltage: AC; 110-240 VAC; Communication Port: Serial interface
Operating Temperature: 50 to 104°F (10 to 40°C)
Detection Type: RGB
Light Source: Halogen lamp
Application Type: True color recognition
Product Category: Color sensors