Description
The Benchtop Spectrophotometer YG0904 is renowned for its outstanding precision in color analysis and quality control of both solid and liquid samples. Featuring state-of-the-art optical technology with d/8° reflectance and d/0° transmittance measurements, it guarantees high accuracy across a wavelength range of 360-780nm. The 7-inch TFT capacitive touchscreen simplifies navigation, supported by a 256-image CMOS sensor for reliable and repeatable results. Suitable for research and industry, this spectrophotometer comes equipped with automatic aperture recognition and comprehensive data storage capabilities, making it an essential tool for maintaining quality in a variety of sectors.
Market Price
Positioned at the premium end of the laboratory spectrophotometer market, the Benchtop Spectrophotometer YG0904 is priced between $10,409 and $10,420 USD, depending on configuration and optional accessories. This price reflects the superior technology and robust components that differentiate the YG0904 from basic alternatives. It offers an excellent return on investment for labs and industrial applications where precise color analysis is crucial.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What industries can benefit from the YG0904 spectrophotometer? Industries such as plastics, electronics, paints, inks, textiles, printing, automotive, cosmetics, medical, and food processing, along with scientific research labs, can greatly benefit from the YG0904.
- Can this device measure both opaque and transparent samples? Yes, it accommodates both reflective and transmissive modes, suitable for solid, translucent, and liquid samples.
- Does this spectrophotometer support UV analysis? Yes, the device includes built-in UV cut-off filters at 400nm and 460nm, ensuring precise UV-visible spectrophotometry.
- What is the storage capacity of the YG0904? The spectrophotometer can store up to 20,000 test results, offering significant space for managing laboratory data.
Advantages and Disadvantages
Advantages:
- High-precision color measurement for both reflectance and transmittance applications
- 7-inch TFT touchscreen for user-friendly operation
- Automatic aperture recognition with customizable measurement sizes
- Long-life LED and Xenon lamps for stable color readings
- Wide wavelength range with UV cut-off filters for accurate UV analysis
Disadvantages:
- Higher initial cost compared to basic models
- Requires trained personnel to utilize advanced features fully
- Larger size needing dedicated space
Product Use in the Field
The Benchtop Spectrophotometer YG0904 is extensively applied in lab settings, R&D facilities, and industrial environments where precise color analysis is essential. It ensures color consistency across production batches, assists in color matching in textiles and printing, and fulfills regulatory standards in cosmetics and food applications. Its precise transmittance measurements are invaluable in the medical and pharmaceutical industries for sample analysis and research.
Recommendations
For optimal performance and longevity of the YG0904, routinely calibrate it utilizing its automatic calibration system. Maintain the cleanliness of optical components to avoid measurement inaccuracies and ensure its placement in a stable, vibration-free environment for consistent readings. Utilize the PC software for detailed data analysis to track color variations and quality control processes. Customizing the measuring apertures with optional accessories enhances measurement flexibility for specialized applications.
Features
- Model: YG0904
- Optical Geometry: d/8° reflectance, d/0° transmittance
- Touchscreen Display: 7-inch TFT capacitive
- Data Storage: Up to 20,000 results
- Wavelength Range: 360-780nm
- Measurement Modes: Reflective and Transmissive
- PC Software: Available for advanced data processing
Technical Specifications
| 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. | |





