3nh TS-26C spectrophotometer is an enhanced laboratory-grade spectrophotometer independently developed by 3nh, specifically designed for high-precision color analysis and transmission scenarios. It adopts the internationally recognized 45/0 optical structure and incorporates a high-performance optical system, achieving rapid and accurate measurements within the 400–700nm spectral range. The product is equipped with seven measurement apertures to flexibly adapt to samples of different sizes and shapes, and has the capability to measure fluorescent samples. It also meets the requirements for measuring the luminance factor and chromaticity coordinates of traffic signs, markings, and reflective films. It includes GB 2893 and GB/T 18833 standard colors and supports manually customized polygonal rectangle tolerances, providing professional solutions for color management across various industries.
Optical geometry: The 45/0 illumination method (45° circular uniform illumination, 0° reception) is adopted, which complies with standards such as CIE No.15, GB/T 3978, and GB 2893 to ensure measurement standardization and data consistency.
Combined full-spectrum LED light source: It employs a combination of 400-700nm full-spectrum LED light source and UV light source, ensuring sufficient spectral distribution within the visible light range, avoiding spectral loss in specific wavelengths, preventing saturation under strong light, enhancing sensitivity under weak light, and allowing for easy measurement of fluorescent samples.
Silicon photodiode dual array (40 groups) sensor: Using larger area silicon photodiode array (40 groups in two rows) sensor effectively solves the problems of strong light saturation and weak light detection, ensuring the instrument's measurement speed and accuracy.

Repeatability accuracy:Within ΔE*ab 0.018,The repeatability accuracy of the instrument has reached a level that is difficult for similar products to match.
Inter-instrument Error: Within ΔE*ab 0.15,Ensure the measurement results from multiple devices are highly consistent.

It supports the measurement of luminance factor and chromaticity coordinates of traffic signs, markings, and reflective films, and is adapted to the strict requirements of the transportation industry for the consistency of road sign colors.
Built-in GB 2893 (safety colors) and GB/T 18833 (road traffic reflective film) standard colors, no need for additional import, and can manually customize polygonal rectangle tolerances to improve industry application efficiency.

Provides seven measuring apertures (12mm、11mm、10mm、6mm、5mm、3mm、1*3mm platform),It can be flexibly switched according to the sample size (such as small electronic components or large road signs) to adapt to diverse measurement scenarios.

Configure 10 color spaces: including CIE LAB、XYZ、Yxy、LCh、CIE LUV、s-RGB etc. It meets the color definition and analysis needs of different industries.
Supports 9 color difference formulas: including ΔEab、ΔEuv、ΔE94、ΔEcmc (2:1)、ΔE*00 etc, it can accurately quantify color differences and adapt to color difference judgment standards in different scenarios.
Rich colorimetric index: It supports measurements such as whiteness (WI), yellowness (YI), metamerism index (MI), blackness, and color density (CMYK), as well as staining fastness, color change fastness, force content, and opacity, covering the entire color evaluation process.
Supports observation of 41 light sources: including (D65、A、C、D50 etc,some are achieved through PC software)and 2°/10° view angle,It can simulate visual effects under different environments and meet the needs of color transmission across different scenarios.

Convenient operation: Equipped with a 3.5-inch TFT true-color capacitive touchscreen, it can intuitively display spectrum/data, colorimetric values, color difference values/comparison charts, and pass/fail judgment results, making it easy to operate.
USB + Bluetooth dual interface:Support USB +Bluetooth,It can connect to computers and printers, and is compatible with Android/iOS/Windows systems and WeChat mini programs, making data transmission and report generation more flexible.
High measurement efficiency:A single measurement takes only about 1 second, and it supports the storage of 1,000 standard samples and 30,000 test samples, meeting the long-term data traceability needs of a large number of samples.

Spectrocolorimeter | |
Model | TS-26C |
Illumination | 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 | Enhanced spectrophotometer for precise color analysis and transmission in the laboratory; |
Light Source | Combined LED Light, UV 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 | 7 aperture:12mm platform+11mm platform +10mm platform +6mm platform+5mm platform+3mm platform + 1*3mmplatform |
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 0.07% (400 nm to 700 nm: within 0.2%) |
Inter-instrument Error | MAV,Within ΔE*ab 0.15 (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. 10000 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 30000 Pcs |
Language | Chinese Simplified, Chinese Traditional, English, Russian |
Software | Andriod,iOS,Windows,WeChat Mini Program |
Calibration | First Grade |
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 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
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
At most of time, we have Spectrophotometer stock in the factory. Generally it is 1-3 working days after the payment confirmed. After shipped, we will email you the tracking number. You can check the shipping status of your order on the website. If you are in urgent need, we can consider making special arrangement for you.
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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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