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Spectrodensitometer YD5010 Plus

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3nh YD5010 Plus Grating Spectrophotometer Densitometer with 45/0(45 ring-shaped illumination, 0 degree viewing angle), comply to standard ISO 5-4,CIE No.15. It is suitable for using in ink printing, in Film Processing, Textile Printing and Dyeing, Plastic Electronics and Other Industries for Color Measurement and Quality Control, No Complex Calibration – Just Fast, Reliable Density Readings


Key Highlights

  • 45/0 geometrical optics structure, comply with CIE

  • Reflectance spectrum, CMYK density and Lab

  • 3.5-inch TFT true-color screen, capacitive touch screen, concave grating

  • Ergonomic structure design

  • Φ2/4/8mm Optional apertures

  • Pinting plants process control and quality control

Spectrodensitometer YD5010 Plus Instructions Operating Manual Spectrodensitometer YD5010 Plus PDF
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3nh launched new model YD5010 Plus Grating Spectrophotometer Densitometer with 45/0(45 ring-shaped illumination, 0 degree viewing angle), comply to standard  ISO 5-4,CIE No.15. It is suitable for using in ink printing, in Film Processing, Textile Printing and Dyeing, Plastic Electronics and Other Industries for Color Measurement and Quality Control;especially suitable for the measurement and quality control of optical density and dot enlargement in ink printing; and it is able to customize single aperture Φ2mm，Φ4mm，Φ8mm.

3NH Printing Color Densitometer
Under the 45/0 geometric optical illumination and the testing conditions of M O, M 1，M 2 , M 3 stipulated by ISO 13655 standard, the instrument can accurately measure the reflectance data of samples. Under multiple color spaces, it can accurately measure various printing density indexes, color difference formulas and color indexes, and can meet the user's regular testing of various parameters.
 

Product Features

 

1.Perfect combination of the beautiful appearance and the ergonomic structure design;

2.Combined LED light sources with long life and low power consumption, including UV light;

3.Optional apertures: Φ2/4/8mm, adapt to more samples;

4. Accurately measure reflectance spectrum, CMYK density and Lab value of the sample;

5.High-configuration electronic hardware: 3.5-inch TFT true-color screen, capacitive touch screen, concave grating, 256-pixel dual-array CMOS image sensor, etc.；

6.Two standard observer angles: 2/10, multiple light source modes and color systems;

7.USB mode is widely useful;

8.Large-capacity storage space, over 10,000 test data;

9.Especially suitable for process control and quality control of printing plants;

10. PC software has powerful function expansion.

Spectrophotometer (including color evaluation and management software)

Based on the spectrophotometric principle, the spectrodensitometer acquires spectral data of objects within the visible light range via hardware components including light sources, spectroscopic systems, and detectors. 

Integrated with powerful color evaluation and management software, it can not only accurately calculate color parameters such as tristimulus values, chromaticity coordinates, and color difference, but also features functions like color formulation prediction, quality control chart generation, and color comparison and analysis of products from different batches. 

With intuitive data, charts and a visualized operation interface, it fully meets the requirements for precise color management and analysis in industries such as printing, textiles, and coatings.

YD5010 Plus Spectrophotometer Application

It is mainly applied in industries such as printing, packaging, advertising, photography, textiles, coatings and plastics, as well as in relevant color management institutions and scientific research units. It can accurately measure color parameters including density, chromaticity and spectral reflectance. By conducting color measurements on samples like printed materials, textiles and coatings, it achieves precise color matching and quality control. 

With the assistance of color evaluation and management software, it also enables the analysis, storage and comparison of color data, the establishment of color standards and databases, and the research on the variation rules of colors under different media and environments, thus providing comprehensive solutions for color management and process optimization.

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ModelYD5010 Plus
Measurement Geometry45/0(45 ring-shaped illumination, 0 degree viewing angle); ISO 5-4,CIE No.15
FeaturesCommon spectrophotometer densitometer, apply in ink printing, in Film Processing, Textile Printing and Dyeing, Plastic Electronics and Other Industries for Color Measurement and Quality Control;especially suitable for the measurement and quality control of optical density and dot enlargement in ink printing;able to customize single aperture Φ2mm,Φ4mm,Φ8mm.
Light SourceCombined LED Light, UV Light
Spectral separation deviceConcave Grating
Detector256 Image Element Double Array CMOS Image Sensor
Wavelength Range400~700nm
Wavelength Pitch10nm
Half Bandwidth10nm
Measurement ConditionsCompliance with ISO 13655 measurement conditions;
M0 (CIE Light Soure A)
M1 (CIE Light Soure D50)
M2 (Excluding UV light source)
M3 (M2+Polarized light filter)
Density StandardsISO Status A, E, I, T
Density indexDensity value, density difference, dot area, dot enlargement, overprint, printing characteristics, printing contrast, tone error and gray level
Measurement apertureCustomized one aperture：Φ2mm,Φ4mm,Φ8mm optional
Color SpacesCIE LAB,XYZ,Yxy,LCh
Color Difference FormulaΔE*ab,ΔE*94,ΔE*00
Other Colorimetric Index/
Observer Angle2°/10°
IlluminantsA,C,D50,D55,D65,D75,F2,F7,F11,F12
Measurement TimeAbout 1.5s
RepeatabilityDensity: Within 0.01 D

Chromaticity value:within ΔE*ab 0.04 ( When a white calibration plate is measured 30 times at 5 second intervals after white calibration) Except M3
Inter-instrument ErrorWithin ΔE*ab 0.2 (Average for 12 BCRA Series II color tiles) Except M3
Measurement modeSingle Measurement, Average Measurement(2-99)
Size(L*W*H)184*77*105mm
WeightAbout 600g
Power sourceLi-ion battery. 5000 measurements within 8 hours
Illuminant Life Span5 years, more than 3 million times measurements
Display3.5-inch TFT color LCD, Capacitive Touch Screen
InterfaceUSB,
Data memory10000 pcs
Language
Simplified Chinese, English, Traditional Chinese
Working EnvironmentTemperature: 0~40℃; Humidity: 0~85% (No Condensation);altitude: less than 2000 m
Storage EnvironmentTemperature: -20~50℃; Humidity: 0~85% (No Condensation)）
Standard AccessoryPower Adapter, USB Cable, Built-in li-ion battery, User Manual, software(download from the website),White and Black Calibration Board, Protective Cover,Polarization filter box,Locating Plate
Optional AccessoryMicro Printer
Notes: The specifications are subject to change without notice.


The Spectroscopic Color-Densitometer combines advanced spectral sensing technology with density measurement capabilities, supporting multiple color spaces and density standards to meet rigorous industrial color management requirements.

Our Valued Clients

  • Marico
  • fujifilm sericol inks
  • Dynamic packaging company
  • Siegwerk Druckfarben  ink company
  • Flint Group  ink company
  • hunbergroup chemicals ink company
  • Emami Paper Mills Ltd paper and packaging
  • Sun Chemical Inks, Pigments

FAQs About YD5010 Spectrodensitometer

  1. Turn on the hazemeter and check if the instrument’s display screen shows normally and if the buttons are responsive.

  2. Verify that the hazemeter’s battery power is sufficient. Replace the battery or connect an external power supply if necessary.

  3.  Confirm that the instrument’s measurement mode is set correctly. Select the appropriate measurement unit and range based on actual needs.

Colorimeters or spectrophotometers are used to measure liquid color. They measure light coming through or reflecting off the liquid. Readings can be reported as Lab*, RGB, or absorbance units. So that objective color analysis can be used to control quality, or to measure chemical concentration.

Calibrating a colorimeter before testing is critical for accurate, reliable color data—counteracting instrument drift, environmental interference, and component wear to ensure measurements reflect true sample colors. It guarantees compliance with industry standards, eliminates costly rework from flawed data, maintains brand consistency across batches/locations, and ensures data comparability with clients or regulators.

Calibrating a colorimeter before use is primarily to ensure the accuracy of measurement data and compensate for errors caused by the aging of internal components (such as light sources and phototubes) or environmental changes.

Below are the specific reasons: 

  1. Compensation for Component Aging and Environmental Influences

  2. Compensation for Environmental Factors

  3. Standardization of Measurement Baselines

  4. Operational Specification Requirements

3nh colorimeters are designed for immediate measurement upon startup. However, calibration (via black-white correction) is mandatory for the first use, sudden environmental changes, or abnormal data to restore measurement accuracy.

The ΔE (Delta E) formula of the CIELAB color space is usually used to measure color difference. The difference is measured in a colorimeter or spectrophotometer to gauge the level of perceptibility of the difference between two samples in terms of L*a*b*.


To answer this question, you first need to clarify your specific needs: 

  • Is it for simple color quality control (QC)?

  • To coordinate with supply chain color management?

  • To monitor on-line color stability?

  • Do you require computer color matching or production color correction?

  • What is your budget?

  • Systematic supervision and evaluation of color performance in dyed products?

If you aren’t fully clear about your requirements at the initial stage, our color management engineers are ready to communicate with you. We will recommend solutions tailored to your needs. When conditions permit, we can provide prototype demonstrations and trial testing to ensure the instrument meets your practical application requirements.

SCI&SCE are two method in the color measurement. SCI means Specular Component Include,SCE means Specular Component Exclude.

Under the method of SCE, only test diffuse refection and exclude specular reflection. In that way, the test result is similar to object color was observed by human eyes.

Under the method SCI, both the diffuse refection and specular reflection will be included. In that way, the value about the color is more objective. It will not effect by the environment condition.

When we choose the instrument, those elements should be taking into consideration.


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