Description
The Portable Desktop Spectrophotometer YG0912 is a high-precision spectrophotometer designed for accurate color measurement and quality control in laboratories, R&D industries, and production lines. This model integrates Kalstein’s advanced spectroscopic technology, featuring a silicon photodiode array sensor (40 groups in double rows) and an imported white reference board for maximum precision. The rotating and pressing structure enhances convenience, making it easier to measure large samples with its Φ30mm aperture. It boasts repeatability within ΔE*ab 0.05 and inter-instrument error within ΔE*ab 0.15, ensuring reliable and consistent color analysis.
Equipped with a full-spectrum LED light source and UV light, the YG0912 provides superior accuracy in visible light and fluorescence sample measurements. Its SCI/SCE simultaneous measurement technology reduces test time to approximately 3.2 seconds, improving efficiency in quality control processes. The built-in camera positioning system ensures that measurements are taken from the correct target area, further enhancing accuracy. Additionally, the 7-inch HD touchscreen offers an intuitive and user-friendly interface for seamless operation.
Market Price
The Portable Desktop Spectrophotometer YG0912 falls into the premium spectrophotometer category, with prices ranging from $10.970 to $11.000 USD, depending on the selected configuration and optional accessories. Given its high precision, industrial-grade design, and extensive features, this spectrophotometer is a valuable investment for industries requiring strict color quality control.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does the device support different light sources for measurement?
Yes, the YG0912 spectrophotometer supports multiple light sources, including D65, A, C, D50, D55, D75, and more, ensuring adaptability across various testing conditions. - How does the built-in camera locating system improve measurement accuracy?
The camera positioning system allows users to visually confirm the measurement area, ensuring precise alignment and reducing errors during testing. - What is the device’s data storage capacity?
The YG0912 can store up to 30,000 measurements in sample mode and 10,000 in continuous statistics mode, providing ample space for quality control tracking.
Advantages and Disadvantages
Advantages:
- High measurement accuracy and consistency, with repeatability within ΔE*ab 0.05
- Advanced full-spectrum LED and UV light source for fluorescence sample analysis
- Large Φ30mm measuring aperture, suitable for large sample testing
- 7-inch industrial-grade HD touchscreen for easy operation
- SCI/SCE simultaneous measurement technology, reducing test time to 3.2 seconds
Disadvantages:
- Higher cost compared to basic spectrophotometers
- Moderate weight (7.8 kg), making it less portable than handheld models
- Requires periodic calibration to maintain accuracy
Field Applications
The YG0912 portable desktop spectrophotometer is used in quality control, R&D laboratories, and industrial production, where precise color matching and consistency are essential. Industries such as textile manufacturing, ceramic production, ink formulation, and reflective film manufacturing rely on this device to ensure accurate and consistent color standards.
Recommendations
To maintain optimal performance, it is recommended to calibrate the spectrophotometer regularly using the included standard calibration board. Store the device in a controlled environment to prevent external factors from affecting accuracy. Additionally, upgrading with optional accessories such as a micro printer and foot switch can further enhance usability and efficiency in laboratory and production environments.
Technical Specifications
| Model | YG0912 |
| Optical Geometry | D/8(diffused illumination, 8-degree viewing angle) |
| SCI (specular component included)/SCE (specular component excluded) ; Include UV / excluded UV light source | |
| Comply to CIE No.15，GB/T 3978,GB 2893,GB/T 18833,ISO7724-1,ASTM E1164,DIN5033 Teil7 | |
| Characteristic | Φ30mm apertures, to adapt to the measurement of large sample; |
| Rotary press type structure, more convenient for testing; | |
| Accurate measurement, can be used for laboratory color accurate analysis and transmission; | |
| Suitable for precise color measurement and quality control in textile and garment printing and dyeing, plastic electronics, ceramics and other industries; It can be used for fluorescence sample measurement. | |
| Integrating Sphere Size | Φ152mm |
| Light Source | Combined full spectrum LED light source, UV light source |
| Spectrophotometric Mode | Flat Grating |
| Sensor | Silicon photodiode array (double row 40 groups) |
| Wavelength Range | 400~700nm |
| Wavelength Interval | 10nm |
| Semiband Width | 10nm |
| Measured Reflectance Range | 0~200% |
| Measuring Aperture | Φ30mm/Φ25.4mm |
| Specular Component | SCI/SCE |
| Color Space | CIE LAB,XYZ,Yxy,LCh,CIE LUV,s-RGB,HunterLab,βxy,DIN Lab99 Munsell(C/2) |
| Color Difference Formula | ΔE*ab,ΔE*uv,ΔE*94,ΔE*cmc(2:1),ΔE*cmc(1:1),ΔE*00, DINΔE99,ΔE(Hunter) |
| Other Colorimetric Index | WI(ASTM E313,CIE/ISO,AATCC,Hunter)， |
| YI(ASTM D1925,ASTM 313), | |
| Metamerism Index MI, | |
| Staining Fastness, Color Fastness, Color Strength, Opacity | |
| 8° Glossiness,555 tone classification | |
| Observer Angle | 2°/10° |
| Illuminant | D65,A,C,D50,D55,D75,F1,F2(CWF),F3,F4,F5,
F6,F7(DLF),F8,F9,F10(TPL5),F11(TL84),F12(TL83/U30) |
| Displayed Data | Spectrogram/Values, Samples Chromaticity Values, Color Difference Values/Graph, PASS/FAIL Result, Color Simulation, Color Offset |
| Measuring Time | About 1.5s (Measure SCI & SCE about 3.2s) |
| Repeatability | Chromaticity value: MAV/SCI, within ΔE*ab 0.05 ( When a white calibration plate is measured 30 times at 5 second intervals after white calibration) |
| Inter-instrument Error | MAV/SCI, Within ΔE*ab 0.15 |
| (Average for 12 BCRA Series II color tiles) | |
| Measurement Mode | Single Measurement, Average Measurement(2-99times) |
| Locating Method | Camera Locating |
| Dimension | L*W*H=370X240X260mm |
| Weight | About 7.8kg |
| Battery | 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, Bluetooth ®5.0, trigger switch interface |
| Data Storage | Standard 1000 Pcs, Sample 30000 Pcs |
| Language | Simplified Chinese, English, Traditional Chinese |
| Operating Environment | 0~40℃, 0~85%RH (no condensing), Altitude < 2000m |
| Storage Environment | -20~50℃, 0~85%RH (no condensing) |
| Standard Accessory | Power Adapter, USB Cable, User Guide, PC Software(Download from office website), White and Black Calibration Cavity,Aperture |
| Optional Accessory | Micro Printer, Foot Switch, Rotating Bracket |
| Notes | Technical parameters are only for reference, subject to the actual sale of the product |
