Portable Three Angle Spectrophotometer with Horizontal Design
3nh Three angle Handheld Compact spectrophotometer MS3003 is a portable sphere spectrophotometer with a horizontal design that makes it easy to measure flat or large samples. is used to measure the color difference for the surface paint which is affected by different viewing angles and viewing conditions. It is mainly used to measure the color difference of surface paint affected by different viewing angles and conditions.
Key Highlights
3 measurement angles, easy-to-use entry-level device
256-image element double-array CMOS image sensor
3.5-inch LCD Capacitive Touch Screen
Full spectrum LED light source
Excellent agreement between instruments ΔE*<0.20
Φ23mm Measuring Aperture
Widely applicable to industries such as coatings, paints, automobiles, cosmetics, inks, etc
3nh Multi-angle spectrophotometer MS3003 is used to measure the color difference for the surface paint which is affected by different viewing angles and viewing conditions. It can provide accurate and consistent color measurement for metalllics, pearlescents and other complex special effect finished products.
MS3003 multi-angle spectrophotometer adopts industrial-grade MCU and is equipped with 3 measuring angles, under the superior performance of the optical measurement system supported by MS3003 multi-angle spectrophotometer has excellent performance in multi-angle chromatic aberration measurement, even in the curved surface, but also has a high measurement accuracy and stability.

Technical characteristics

Adopt 3 illumination sources, 1 receivers to measure 3 measurement angles at the same time

Touch screen can display all Angle measurement results, more intuitive view of the comprehensive data.
Quickly distinguish the sample Sparkle Grade(SG),Diffuse coarseness(DC) and Color Variation(CV), simple and effective quality inspection.

The higher optical resolution ensures the measuring speed, accuracy, stability and consistency of the instrument. The core technology makes it as the same platform with international standards and complete compatibility.

The Full spectrum LED light source with blue enhancement ensures sufficient spectral distribution in the visible light range, avoids the spectral loss of LED in a specific band, and ensures the accuracy of instrument measurement results and low cost maintenance.

Using concave grating spectrophotometric technology, with higher resolution, makes color measurement more accurate.

Professional-grade white board, high hardness in the surface, stable optical performance


A superior accuracy and excellent inter-instrument agreement. Industrial grade real-time processing MCU, Bluetooth 5.0 transferring more stable and reliable.

The instrument appearance design is easy to operate, and the hand holding position and the measurement button are well-designed, which can meet different holding habits, smooth and fine surface, from the high-precision appearance treatment process.
Built-in color camera positioning, can accurately judge the object measured position, and improve the measurement efficiency and accuracy.

Offer CIE LAB,XYZ,Yxy,LCh,β XY,DIN Lab99 color space, And D65, A, C, D50, D55, D75, F1, F2 (CWF), F3, F4 and F5, F6 and F7 (DLF), F8, F9, F10 (TPL5), and F11 (TL84), F12 (TL83/U30) A variety of light source, which can meet the special measurement demand under different measurement conditions.

The screen can intuitively display spectrum/data, sample chromaticity value, color difference value/figure, pass/fail results, color simulation, sample effect value, effect difference value and other data, convenient to view while also greatly improve the user's work efficiency.

Technical parameters
| Model | MS3003 |
| Measurement Geometry | 3 measurement angles (3 illumination sources, 1 receivers) |
| Measure Angle | 45° Receiver: 45as25°,45as45°,45as110° Conform to the standards:ASTM D 2244,E 308,E 1164,E 2194, E2539,DIN 5033,5036,6174,6175-1,6175-2;ISO 7724, 11664-4 SAE J 1545 |
| Application | Provide accurate and consistent color measurement for metallic, pearlescent and other complex special effect color products |
| Light Source | Full spectrum LED light source with blue enhancement |
| Lamp Life | 5 years, 3 million times measurements |
| Spectrophotometric Mode | Concave Grating |
| Sensor | 256 Image Element Double Array CMOS Image Sensor |
| Wavelength Range | 400nm-700nm |
| Wavelength Interval | 10nm |
| Measurement Range | 0~600% |
| Semiband Width | 10nm |
| Measuring Aperture | Illumination size Φ23mm / Measuring spot 9X12mm |
| Color Space | CIE LAB,XYZ,Yxy,LCh,βxy,DIN Lab99 |
| Color Difference Formula | ΔE*ab,ΔE*94,ΔE*cmc(2:1), ΔE*cmc(1:1),ΔE*00, DINΔE99,ΔE DIN6175 |
| Other Colorimetric Index | Flop Index |
| 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) |
| Display | Spectrogram/Values, Samples Chromaticity Values, Color Difference Values/Graph, PASS/FAIL Result, Color Offset |
| Measuring Time | Approx. 1 second for one angle Approx. 3 seconds for all angles |
| Repeatability | Spectral reflectance: Standard deviation within 0.08% Chromaticity value: ΔE*ab 0.04 ( When a white calibration plate is measured 30 times at 5 second intervals after white calibration) |
| Reproducibility | ΔE*<0.10,avg on the gray tile of BCRA tile set ΔE*<0.25,avg on the color BCRA tile set |
| Inter-instrument Error | 0.2ΔE*00(avg on reference Series II BCRA tile set) |
| Effect Parameters | / |
| Effect Measurement | / |
| Effect Repeatability | / |
| Effect Reproducibility | / |
| Trigger mode | Pressure sensing trigger, button trigger, software trigger |
| Measuring Mode | Single measurement, average measurement (1-99), continuous measurement (1-99) |
| Locating Mode | Color camera preview |
| Dimension | L*W*H=195X83X128mm |
| Weight | About 1Kg |
| Power | lithium-ion battery, 3.7V,5000mAh, Continuous test 6000 times within 8 hours of full charge |
| Display | 3.5-inch TFT color LCD, Capacitive Touch Screen |
| Interface | USB |
| Data Storage | 1000 pcs Standards,4000 pcs Samples |
| Language | Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, English |
| Operating Environment | 10℃ to 50℃, humidity does not exceed 85%, no condensation |
| Storage Environment | -20℃ to 50℃, humidity does not exceed 85%, no condensation |
| Calibration | Built-in white board parameters, external white board, black light trap |
| Calibration Interval | 4 hours,8 hours,24 hours,Startup calibration |
| Standard accessories | Power Adapter, USB Cable, User Guide,PC Software(download from the official website), Calibration Board, black light trap,Protective cap, wristband |
| Optional Accessory | Micro-printer |
| Notes | Technical parameters are for reference only, subject to actual sales products. |
FAQs About MS3003 Multi-angle spectrophotometer
a. Check whether the USB cable is connected. If not, please connect it. Check whether the connection is effective. You can re-plug the USB cable to test.
b. If the USB cable is connected well but the interface still displays "USB Disconnect", please re-start the colorimeter and enter "Menu" -"Comm"to start the communication.
c. Change the USB cable or change the USB port in you PC.
Compared to an analog model, digital gauges not only provide more accuracy, but also allow for greater repeatability and are easier to work with. Advanced digital gauges allow for features such as data storage and automatic calibration and statistical analysis. For these reasons, digital gauges are the preferred choice for professional applications.
a. Before installation, please Copy CQCS3 folder to your computer and don’t remove any files in CQCS3 folder.
b. Double-click the setup.exe to install CQCS3 software.
c. Then double-click Install.bat under the CQCS3USB_Driver file to install the driver.
d. Detailed installation information please read the "Installing Software" under CQCS3 User manual.doc.
Powder paint gloss levels are classified as:
● Flat: 0–10 GU
● Satin: 11–40 GU
● Semi-gloss: 41–70 GU
● Gloss: 71–85 GU
● High Gloss: 86+ GU
These are measured at a 60° angle for standardization.
The haze meter test assesses the degree of light scattering that occurs when light traverses a transparent or translucent material, producing a percentage that quantifies example or cloudiness.
Assembling the light booth entails connecting the panels, fixing the light fixtures, fitting the tubes, and calibrating the lights according to our 3nh manufacturer’s instructional and safety guidelines.
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