Description
The Benchtop Spectrophotometer YG0904 is a state-of-the-art color analysis and quality control instrument, designed for accurate measurement of reflectance and transmittance in both solid and liquid samples. Engineered by Kalstein, this benchtop model features advanced optical technology, including d/8° reflectance geometry and d/0° transmittance measurement, ensuring unparalleled accuracy in color analysis. The 7-inch TFT capacitive touchscreen display makes operation intuitive, while its double-array 256-image CMOS sensor provides highly stable and repeatable measurements across a wavelength range of 360-780nm.
Equipped with an automatic aperture recognition system, the YG0904 allows seamless switching between four measuring apertures (Φ25.4mm, 15mm, 8mm, and 4mm), ensuring precise analysis of various sample sizes. The spectrophotometer also integrates a built-in temperature sensor for environmental compensation, making it ideal for R&D, laboratories, and industrial applications. With extensive data storage for up to 20,000 test results and PC software for advanced data processing, the YG0904 offers an unmatched combination of accuracy, versatility, and ease of use.
Market Price
The Benchtop Spectrophotometer YG0904 falls within the premium segment of laboratory spectrophotometers, with prices typically ranging between $10.409 and $10.420 USD, depending on the configuration and optional accessories. This investment reflects the high-quality components, advanced optical system, and long-lasting LED and Xenon light sources that differentiate this spectrophotometer from standard models. Laboratories, research facilities, and industries requiring consistent, high-precision color analysis will find the YG0904 a reliable and cost-effective solution for ensuring product quality and color consistency.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What industries can benefit from the YG0904 spectrophotometer?
This spectrophotometer is widely used in plastics, electronics, paints and inks, textiles, printing, automotive, cosmetics, medical, and food industries, as well as in scientific research laboratories. - Can this device measure both opaque and transparent samples?
Yes, the YG0904 features both reflective and transmissive measurement modes, making it suitable for solid, translucent, and liquid sample analysis. - Does this spectrophotometer support UV analysis?
Yes, the device includes built-in UV cut-off filters (400nm and 460nm options available), ensuring accurate UV-visible spectrophotometry. - What is the storage capacity of the YG0904?
It can store up to 20,000 test results, providing ample space for laboratory data management.
Advantages and Disadvantages
Advantages:
- High-precision color measurement for both reflectance and transmittance applications
- 7-inch TFT touchscreen for easy navigation and user-friendly operation
- Automatic aperture recognition system with customizable measurement sizes
- Long-life LED and Xenon lamps for stable and repeatable color readings
- Wide wavelength range (360nm-780nm) with UV cut-off filters for precise UV analysis
Disadvantages:
- Higher initial cost compared to basic spectrophotometers
- Requires trained personnel to fully utilize its advanced features
- Larger size (370×300×200mm, 9.6kg), requiring dedicated workspace
Product Use in the Field
The Benchtop Spectrophotometer YG0904 is widely utilized in laboratories, R&D facilities, and industrial settings where precise color analysis is critical. It is an essential tool for quality control in manufacturing, ensuring that color consistency is maintained across different production batches. In textile and printing industries, the YG0904 is used for accurate color matching, while in cosmetics and food applications, it ensures that color variations meet regulatory standards. Medical and pharmaceutical industries also benefit from its highly accurate transmittance measurements, making it indispensable for sample analysis and research applications.
Recommendations
To ensure optimal performance and longevity, it is recommended to calibrate the YG0904 regularly using its built-in automatic calibration system. Keeping the optical components clean helps prevent measurement inaccuracies, while placing the spectrophotometer in a stable, vibration-free environment ensures consistent readings. Users should take advantage of the PC software for advanced data analysis, allowing for detailed tracking of color variations and quality control processes. If additional precision is needed, customizing the measuring apertures with optional accessories can further enhance measurement flexibility for specialized applications.
Technical Specification
| Model | YG0904 |
| Optical Geometry | Reflect: di:8°, de:8°(diffused illumination, 8-degree viewing angle) ; SCI (specular component included)/SCE (specular component excluded) ; Include UV / excluded UV light source Transmittance: di:0°, de:0° (diffuse illumination: 0° viewing) ; SCI (specular component included)/SCE (specular component excluded) ; Include UV / excluded UV light source;Haze(ASTM D1003), Conforms to CIE No.15，GB/T 3978,GB 2893,GB/T 18833, ISO7724/1, ASTM E1164, DIN5033 Teil7 |
| Application | It is used for accurate analysis and transmission of laboratory color. Apply in paints, inks, textiles, garments, printing and dyeing, printing etc industries for color transfer and quality control. |
| Integrating Sphere Size | Φ154mm |
| Light Source | 360 nm to 780 nm, Combined LED Light, 400nm cut-off light source |
| Spectrophotometric Mode | Concave Grating |
| Sensor | 256 Image Element Double Array CMOS Image Sensor |
| Wavelength Range | 360-780nm |
| Wavelength Interval | 10nm |
| Semiband Width | 10nm |
| Measured Reflectance Range | 0-200% |
| Measuring Aperture | Reflective : Φ30mm/Φ25.4mm, Φ10mm/Φ8mm, Φ6mm/Φ4mm; |
| Transmissive : Φ30mm/Φ25mm; | |
| Remark: 1. Automatic identification of switch caliber 2. Customized Configuration caliber and lens position | |
| Specular Component | Reflectance: SCI&SCE / Transmittance: SCI&SCE |
| Color Space | CIE LAB,XYZ,Yxy,LCh,CIE LUV,Musell,s-RGB,HunterLab,βxy,DIN Lab99 |
| Color Difference Formula | ΔE * ab ,ΔE * uv ,ΔE * 94 ,ΔE * cmc(2:1) ,ΔE * cmc(1:1) ,ΔE * 00 , DINΔE 99 ,ΔE (Hunter), |
| Other Colorimetric Index | WI (ASTM E313, CIE/ISO, AATCC, Hunter), |
| YI (ASTM D1925, ASTM 313), | |
| MI (Metamerism Index), | |
| Staining Fastness, Color Fastness, Color Strength, Opacity, | |
| 8° Glossiness,Gardner Index, Pt-Co Index, 555 Index, Haze(ASTM D1003) | |
| Observer Angle | 2°/10° |
| Illuminant | D65,A,C,D50,D55,D75,F1,F2,F3,F4,F5,F6,F7,F8,F9,F10,F11,F12 |
| Displayed Data | Spectrogram/Values, Samples Chromaticity Values, Color Difference Values/Graph, PASS/FAIL Result, Color Offset |
| Measuring Time | About 2.4s (Measure SCI & SCE about 5s) |
| Repeatability | Spectral reflectance: Φ25.4mm/SCI, Standard deviation within 0.05% (400 nm to 700 nm: within 0.04%) |
| Chromaticity value:Φ25.4mm/SCI, Standard deviation within ΔE*ab 0.02 ( When a white calibration plate is measured 30 times at 5 second intervals after white calibration) Spectral Transmittance: Φ25.4mm/SCI, Standard deviation within 0.05% (400 nm to 700 nm: within 0.04%) | |
| Chromaticity value:Φ25.4mm/SCI, Standard deviation within ΔE*ab 0.03 ( When a white calibration plate is measured 30 times at 5 second intervals after white calibration) | |
| Inter-instrument Error | Φ25.4mm/SCI, Within ΔE*ab 0.15 |
| (Average for 12 BCRA Series II color tiles) | |
| Dimension | L*W*H=370x300x200mm |
| Weight | Approx. 9.6kg |
| Power | AC 24V, 3A Power adapter power supply |
| Illuminant Life Span | 5 years, more than 3 million times measurements |
| Display | 7-inch TFT color LCD, Capacitive Touch Screen |
| Data Port | USB & Print serial port |
| Data Storage | Standard 2000 Pcs, Sample 20000 Pcs |
| Language | Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, English, |
| Operating Environment | 0~40℃, 0~85%RH (no condensing), Altitude < 2000m |
| Storage Environment | -20~50℃, 0~85%RH (no condensing) |
| Standard Accessory | Power Adapter, User Guide, CD Disk(PC Software), USB cable, Standard Calibration Board, Black Calibration Cavity, Transmission black baffle, Sample holder, 25.4 caliber, 8 caliber, 4 caliber |
| Optional Accessory | Micro-printer, Transmissive Test Component, Micro Aperture(4mm) transmission test clamp component, Instrument inversion components |
| Notes: The specifications are subject to change without notice. | |
