3nh TS-23C spectrophotometer is a standard spectrophotometer that using a 45/0 optical geometry and features planar grating spectral splitting technology and a silicon photodiode array (dual array of 40 groups) sensor, ensuring stable performance. Capable of full-band spectral analysis from 400 to 700 nm。It can accurately reproduce the true colors of plastics, textiles, and various paint coatings, avoiding metamerism and making the measurement results more reliable. Instrument inter-machine variation is strictly controlled within ΔE*ab≤0.2 ,to ensure color consistency between the production line and the global supply chain. It is widely used in industries such as plastics and electronics, paints and inks, textiles and clothing printing and dyeing, printing, and ceramics for precise color measurement and quality control.
Optical geometry: It adopts a 45/0 optical structure (45° ring-shaped illumination and 0° reception), Eliminating orientation dependence significantly reduces interference from the texture of matte and textured materials, making the measurement results closer to the actual perception of the human eye.
Combined full-spectrum LED light source: The full-band balanced LED light source ensures sufficient spectral distribution in the visible light range, avoiding the spectral deficiencies of white LEDs in specific bands, thus guaranteeing the instrument's measurement speed and the accuracy of the measurement results.
Industry Standards: Compliant with multiple authoritative standards including CIE, ISO, ASTM, and national standards, ensuring accurate measurement specifications.

Repeatability accuracy: using dual-array 40-group silicon photodiode sensor,It achieves fine spectral dispersion and high-sensitivity photosensitive acquisition across the entire 400-700nm wavelength range, providing core technical support for the instrument's ultra-high repeatability accuracy of ΔE*ab≤0.022, restoring subtle color differences in samples, and meeting the color control needs of high-precision industries.
Inter-station consistency:The difference between production lines is controlled within an ultra-small range of ΔE*ab≤0.2, ensuring that color standards remain consistent across multiple production lines, workshops, and regions, thus meeting the comprehensive quality control needs of large enterprises and supply chain factories.

Rich color space:CIE LAB、XYZ、Yxy、LCh、CIE LUV、s-RGB、HunterLab、βxy、DIN Lab99、Munsell (C/2) Multiple color spaces,Meets the requirements of different industry standards.
Supports 8 color difference formulas:ΔEab、ΔEuv、ΔE94、ΔEcmc(2:1)、ΔEcmc(1:1)、ΔE00、DINΔE99、ΔE (Hunter), Adaptable to color difference assessment in different scenarios.
Comprehensive colorimetric index: In addition to commonly used color index measurements, it also provides whiteness index, yellowness index, metamerism index, blackness, Tint (ASTM E313-00), Munsell (C/2), staining fastness, color change fastness, force content, color density (CMYK), and opacity (some are achieved through PC software /APP software).
Supports observation of 41 light sources:It covers 41 evaluation light sources and simulates color performance under different lighting environments.

User-friendly interface: Equipped with a 3.5-inch TFT true-color capacitive touchscreen, it can display spectrum/data, sample colorimetric values, color difference values/graphs, pass/fail results, color simulation, Color Offset, and other results to meet diverse industry needs.
Portable design:It features an ergonomic and lightweight design, making it comfortable to hold and easy to carry to workshops, outdoor testing sites, and other measurement scenarios.
Long battery life: With a built-in high-performance lithium battery, it can perform 10,000 tests in 8 hours, meeting the needs of long-term continuous operation.
High measurement efficiency:A single measurement takes approximately 1.5 seconds, balancing accuracy with measurement speed.

Dual-caliber configuration: Equipped with dual-aperture (10mm platform + 5mm platform), it can flexibly adapt to large and small size samples.
Multi-industry adaptation:Used for precise color measurement and quality control in industries such as plastics and electronics, paints and inks, textiles and apparel printing and dyeing, printing, and ceramics.

Spectrocolorimeter | |
Model | TS-23C |
Illumination/Observation system | 45/0(45 ring-shaped illumination, vertical viewing); Comply with CIE No.15,GB/T 3978,GB 2893,GB/T 18833,ISO7724-1,ASTM E1164,DIN5033 Teil7 |
Features | The standard version of the spectrophotometer is used for precise color measurement and quality control in industries such as plastics and electronics, paints and inks, textiles and clothing printing and dyeing, printing, and ceramics. |
Light Source | Combined LED Light |
Spectral separation device | Flat Grating |
Detector | Silicon photodiode array (dual array, 40 groups) |
Wavelength Range | 400~700nm |
Wavelength Pitch | 10nm |
Half Bandwidth | 10nm |
Reflectance resolution | 0.01% |
Reflectance Range | 0~200% |
Measuring Aperture | Dual aperture:10mm platform+5mm platform |
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), |
Observer Angle | 2°/10° |
Illuminant | D65,A,C,D50,D55,D75,F1,F2,F3,F4,F5,F6,F7,F8,F9,F10,F11,F12,CWF,DLF,TL83,TL84,TPL5,U30,B,U35,NBF, |
Display Data | Spectrogram/Values, Chromaticity Values, Color Difference Values/Graph, Pass/Fail Result, Color Offset |
Measurement Time | About 1.5s |
Display resolution | 0.01 |
Repeatability | Spectral reflectance: MAV,Standard deviation within 0.1% (400 nm to 700 nm: within 0.2%) |
Inter-instrument Error | MAV,Within ΔE*ab 0.2 (Average for 12 BCRA Series II color tiles) |
Measurement mode | Single Measurement, Average Measurement(2-99) |
Size(L*W*H) | 169X73X87mm |
Weight | About 446g |
Battery power | Li-ion battery. 5000 measurements within 8 hours |
Illuminant Life Span | 5 years, more than 3 million times measurements |
Display | 3.5-inch TFT color LCD, Capacitive Touch Screen |
Interface | USB, Bluetooth 5.0 |
Data memory | Standard 1000 Pcs, Sample 20000 Pcs |
Language | Chinese Simplified, Chinese Traditional, English, Russian |
Software | Andriod,iOS,Windows,WeChat Mini Program |
Working Environment | Temperature: 0~40℃; Humidity: 0~85% (No Condensation);altitude: less than 2000 m |
Storage Environment | Temperature: -20~50℃; Humidity: 0~85% (No Condensation) |
Standard Accessory | Power Adapter, USB Cable, Built-in li-ion battery, User Manual, software(download from the website)White and Black Calibration Board, Protective Cover, Measuring Apertures |
Optional Accessory | Micro Printer, Powder Test Box, Universal test components, Locating Plate |
Note | Technical specifications are for reference only; the actual product sold shall prevail. |
FAQs About Portable Spectrophotometers
For premier ink quality control (CMYK, spot colors, printing density, formulation & press-side QC), these 3nh spectrophotometers / spectrodensitometers stand above the rest:
45/0 ring illumination, ISO 5-4 / ISO 13655 (M0/M1/M2/M3)
Measures density (Status T/E/A/I), dot gain, trap, print contrast
ΔE*ab ≤ 0.03, density ≤ 0.01D
Small apertures (Φ2/4/8mm) for fine print & ink dots
Ideal: packaging, label, gravure, flexo, CMYK/spot color control
d/8° sphere, SCI/SCE, UV control
ΔE*ab ≤ 0.01 (repeatability), IIA ≤ 0.1
Multi-apertures (Φ3/8/15/25mm)
Best for: R&D, ink formulation, batch consistency, fluorescent inks
d/8° (SCI/SCE), ΔE*ab ≤ 0.02
Fast, handheld, large Φ20mm aperture
Best for: press-side checks, warehouse incoming ink, on-site matching
360–780nm, UV adjustable, dual CMOS
Reflection & transmission modes
Multi-aperture (Φ4/8/15/25.4mm)
Best for: high-precision lab R&D, transparent/fluorescent inks
Best press-side / print QC: YD5050
Top lab formulation: TS8560
Best portable production: TS7700
High-end lab R&D: YS6060
Colorimetry is a method that applies color intensity to ascertain the chemical concentrations. It is founded on Beer-Lambert Law, whereby the absorbance at a given wavelength is proportional to the concentration. It is popular in environmental and biochemical testing.
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A colorimeter or spectrophotometer should be used to measure the color of a solution. The instrument directs light through the liquid and quantifies absorbance at certain wavelengths. The values obtained indicate the color intensity of the solution and, by default, the concentration of the solution.
For wallpaper color consistency & quality control (including solid-color, printed, textured, and embossed wallpapers), these 3nh spectrophotometers deliver optimal performance:
d/8° integrating sphere, SCI/SCE dual mode
ΔE*ab ≤ 0.01 (repeatability), IIA ≤ 0.1
Multi-apertures (Φ3/8/15/25mm) — ideal for large patterned wallpapers
UV control (for optical brighteners in paper)
Best for: Lab formulation, color standardization, batch-to-batch consistency

d/8° (SCI/SCE), ΔE*ab ≤ 0.02
Handheld, fast, non-destructive
Large aperture (Φ20mm) averages out texture/pattern unevenness
Best for: Production line checks, warehouse incoming inspection, on-site matching

d/8°, interchangeable apertures (Φ4/8mm + 1×3mm)
High stability for rough/embossed surfaces
UV included for fluorescent inks/papers
Best for: Complex printed, textured, or metallic-effect wallpapers

45/0 geometry, ΔE*ab ≤ 0.04
Touchscreen, easy operation
Best for: Uniform solid-color wallpapers, basic production QC

Top lab precision: TS8560
Best portable production: TS7700
Best for textured/patterned: PS2080
Economical routine QC: NS800
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