Higher-end Laboratory Benchtop Grating Spectrophotometer
Independently developed by 3nh with core technology, the TS8560 features a dual-array CMOS image sensor for high sensitivity and a broad spectral response, ensuring precise measurements. Equipped with a 10.5-inch independent rotating screen, it offers user-friendly operation. Supporting both xenon pulse and LED light sources, it delivers exceptional stability with ΔE*ab repeatability within 0.01 and inter-instrument error under 0.1.
Key Highlights
Illuminating/Viewing Geometry: Reflect D/8, Transmittance D/0; Double Array CMOS Image Sensor
Highest repeatability (ΔEab ≤0.01) and inter-instrument agreement (ΔEab ≤0.1)
Automatic measuring aperture distinguish
Automatic temperature and humidity compensation function, make the measurement data more accurate
The camera located, clearly confirm the measured area
Adopt combination full spectrum LED light source and UV light source
Color management software
Spectro TS8560 delivers the highest precision ΔE*ab 0.01 in Threenh’s fleet of benchtop Spectrophotometers and is designed for high efficiency and confidence in color formulation and quality control. Delivers the highest quality color measurement results with industry-leading inter-instrument agreement.
These stationary color instruments offer better accuracy, a wider range of wavelengths, and more sophisticated data analysis capabilities, making them ideal for quality control in laboratories and design studios.

Proven Technology, Unmatched Performance
Every 3nh photo spectrometer instrument is built on the trusted Spectrophotometry principle, which has been refined over decades. The latest TS8560 benchtop models feature CMOS image sensor technology, based on the patented dual-array CMOS image sensor Method – engineered to deliver exceptional measurement stability and the world’s most precise color spectrogram results.
TS8560 is a simple-to-use spectro colorimeter instrument with advanced performance, incorporating Xenon lamp technology for longer source lifetime and lower maintenance costs. TS8560 is a benchtop grating spectrophotometer which is developed by 3nh independently with core technology. It uses a dual-array CMOS image sensor to have high sensitivity and a wider spectral response range, which makes the test more accurate. With a 10.5-inch independent rotating screen, it is convenient and easy to use.
TS8560 also supports Xenon pulse and LED two Light Sources. The repeatability of ΔE*ab is within 0.01, and inter-instrument error is within 0.1, and the measurement performance is super stable and accurate, making it suitable for a wide range of applications in color analysis and transfer of various solid, liquid, and fluorescent samples.
TS8560 spectrophotometer adopts D/8(diffused illumination, 8-degree viewing angle) which is widely applicable in the world, and SCI/SCE (specular component included/specular component excluded) Synthesis technology, supporting SCI+SCE simultaneous rapid measurement.

With 10.5--inch independent rotating display pad, make the response faster, and the operation is more comfortable and convenient.,

It has high sensitivity and wide spectral response range, which can achieve high -precision and repeatability measurement.

Support 40+measurement indexes, and light sources D65, A, C, D50, D55, D75, F1, F2, F3, F4, F5, F6, F7, F8, F9, F10, F11, F12, CWF, DLF, TL83, TL84, TPL5,U30B,U35,NBF,ID50,ID65,LED-B1,LED-B2,LED-B3,LED-B4,LED-B5,LED-BH1,LED-RGB1,LED-V1,LED-V2,LED-C2,LED-C3,LED-C5,and other customized light sources.(41 light sources in total, parts will be achieve via software in PC),multiple observation light sources, meet different measuring requirement.


Freely switchable between 4 measuring apertures: φ25.4mm/15mm/8mm/4mm. Users also can customize apertures.

Side measurement, upward measurement, and downward measurement (using accessories) and other gestures are placed and measured, open -type transmitted warehouses, adapting to more samples.

Make the measurement data more accurate

TS8560 has a built -in camera to set the location positioning. Through the real -time scene of the camera, it can accurately determine whether the measured part of the object is the target center, which improves the measurement efficiency and accuracy.
Wavelength range 360nm-780nm, combined LED Light. Including UV, 400nm cut-off light source, 420nm Cut-off light source, 360-780nm Xenon Lamp.

With SQCX quality management software, TS8560 spectrophotometer is suitable for quality monitoring and color data management in various industries. Data the user's color management, compare color differences, generate test reports, provide multiple color space measurement data, and customize the customer's color management.

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TS8560 Benchtop Grating Spectrophotometer Specification
| Model | TS8560 (LED+Pulsed Xenon) |
| Optical Geometry | Reflect: D/8 (diffused illumination, 8-degree viewing angle) ; |
| SCI (specular component included)/SCE (specular component excluded) ; Include UV / excluded UV light source ; | |
| Transmittance: D/0 (diffuse illumination: 0° viewing) ; | |
| SCI (specular component included)/SCE (specular component excluded) ; Include UV / excluded UV light source ; | |
| HAZE (ASTM D1003); | |
| Standards meet: CIE No.15, GB/T 3978,GB 2893,GB/T 18833, ISO7724/1, ASTM E1164, DIN5033 Teil7,JIS Z8722 under condition C | |
| Characteristic | 1. It is used for accurate analysis and transmission of laboratory color. Apply in paints, inks, textiles, garments, printing and dyeing, printing etc industries for color transfer and quality control. |
| 2. 10.5 inch rotatable display pad,128G storage,camera locating | |
| 3. Instrument can be measured on the side, upward measurement, and the downward measurement (use accessories) and other gestures. | |
| 4. Open transmission warehouse, available thickness of 54mm transmitted samples. | |
| 5. Automatic temperature and humidity compensation function. | |
| 6. Built-in full spectral high life LED light source and Xenon lighting sources, testing fluorescent samples have better recognition. | |
| Integrating Sphere Size | Φ154mm |
| Light Source Device | 360nm–780nm Wavelength range ,combined LED Light. Including UV, 400nm cut-off light source, 420nmCut-off light source,360~780nm Xenon Lamp. |
| Spectrophotometric Mode | Concave Grating |
| Sensor | 256 Image Element Double Array CMOS Image Sensor |
| Wavelength Range | 360~780nm |
| Wavelength Interval | 10nm |
| Semiband Width | 5nm |
| Measured Reflectance Range | 0~200% |
| Reflectivity Resolution | 0.01 |
| Measuring Aperture | Reflective: |
| XLAV Φ25.4mm/Φ30mm LAVΦ15mm/Φ18mm MAVΦ8mm/Φ10mm SAVΦ4mm/Φ6mm | |
| Transmissive: | |
| Φ25.4mm(No limit on sample height and width, but thickness≤54mm) | |
| Remark: | |
| 1. Automatic identification of aperture switch | |
| 2. Customized Configuration caliber and lens position | |
| Specular Component | Reflectance: SCI&SCE / Transmittance: SCI&SCE |
| Color Space | CIE LAB,XYZ,Yxy,LCh,CIE LUV,Musell,s-RGB,HunterLab,βxy,DIN Lab99 |
| Color Difference Formula | ΔE*ab,ΔE*uv,ΔE*94,ΔE*cmc(2:1),ΔE*cmc(1:1),ΔE*00, DINΔE99, ΔE(Hunter), ΔE*CH,555 Index |
| Other Colorimetric Index | WI(ASTM E313, CIE/ISO,AATCC,Hunter, Taube,Berger Stensby) |
| YI(ASTM D1925,ASTM 313),ISO brightness,R457 | |
| MI (Metamerism Index), | |
| Staining Fastness, Color Fastness, Color Strength, Opacity, | |
| APHA/Hazen/Pt-Co Index, Gardner Index | |
| Haze,Transmission(ASTM D1003),Saybolt index, ASTM D1500 Color code, 8° Gloss,555 Index,carbon(My,dM),Color density CMYK(A,T,E,M), Tint, Color density(part function achieved via software in PC) | |
| 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 |
| ID50,ID65,LED-B1,LED-B2,LED-B3,LED-B4,LED-B5,LED-BH1,LED-RGB1,LED-V1,LED-V2,LED-C2,LED-C3,LED-C5, customized light source(41 light sources in total,part achieved via software in PC) | |
| Displayed Data | Spectrogram/Values, Samples Chromaticity Values, Color Difference Values/Graph, PASS/FAIL Result, Color Offset, Color assessment, haze, liquid chromaticity |
| Measuring Time | 2.0s(Measure SCI & SCE meantime about 4s ) |
| Repeatability | Reflectance chromaticity value:Φ25.4mm/SCI, Standard deviation within ΔE*ab 0.01( Under LED light source, when a white calibration plate is measured 30 times at 5 second intervals after white calibration); |
| spectrum reflectance /transmission:≤0.1% | |
| Inter-instrument Error | Φ25.4mm/SCI, Within ΔE*ab 0.1 (Average for 12 BCRA Series II color tiles) |
| Dimension | L*W*H=440x248x283mm |
| Weight | Approx. 13.5kg |
| Power | AC 24V, 3A Power adapter power supply |
| Illuminant Life Span | 5 years, more than 3 million times measurements |
| Display | 10.5-inch rotatable display pad |
| Data Port | USB & Bluetooth |
| Data Storage | 64G storage, above 100000pcs |
| Language | Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, English,(Optional Customized German,Russian, French ,Spanish ,Japanese, Thai, Korean, Polish, Portuguese) |
| Operating Environment | 0~40℃(32~104°F) |
| Storage Environment | -20~50℃(-4~122°F) |
| Standard Accessory | Power Adapter, User Guide, U Disk(PC Software), USB cable, Standard Calibration Board, Black Calibration Cavity, Transmission black baffle, Sample holder, 25.4 caliber, 15 caliber, 8 caliber, 4 caliber,Transmissive Test Component, cuvette, 10.5-inch screen |
| Optional Accessory | Micro Aperture(4mm) transmission test clamp component, Instrument inversion components,culture dish,Film fixture |
| Notes | Test reports can be printed through a network printer connected to a PC or display pad;The specifications are subject to change without notice. |
FAQs About TS8560 Benchtop Spectrophotometers
Yes. We can supply OEM and make customized design for any specific application. Our MOQ for OEM and ODM service is 5 pcs for one model. We can not only offer standard machines, but also customized machines. Don’t hesitate to tell us your requirement, we will try our best to meet your needs.
The machine used to measure color is primarily called a colorimeter or spectrophotometer.
Spectrophotometer: The most common and precise type. It analyzes light reflected/transmitted by an object across the visible spectrum to quantify color accurately. A spectrophotometer can measure colors on smooth or matte surfaces, as well as textured, glossy, mirror-like surfaces, and special effect colors. It measures the reflected light of a sample at a fixed angle (e.g., 45˚) or captures light reflected at all angles to calculate color measurements that closely match what the human eye perceives. Additionally, similar to how humans flip a sample to view colors from different angles, a spectrophotometer is suitable for measuring a variety of materials and surface characteristics. Widely used in industries like paint, textiles, plastics, Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, and printing.
Colorimeter: Also called photoelectric integrating colorimeter, a simpler, more cost-effective option. It measures color based on three primary colors (RGB) and is suitable for basic color matching needs. A photoelectric integrating colorimeter is a color measurement device based on the photoelectric integration principle. It directly measures the tristimulus values XYZ of an object's color using three color filters (red, green, blue) and silicon photocells as three sensors. The color measurement principle of this instrument imitates the human eye's mechanism of perceiving the three primary colors (red, green, blue). It corrects the relative spectral sensitivity of the detector through color filters to match the CIE-recommended spectral tristimulus value functions x(λ), y(λ), and z(λ).
Spectrocolorimeter: Combines the functions of spectrophotometers and colorimeters, offering both spectral data and color space values for comprehensive analysis.
A benchtop spectrophotometer is not universally better—it outperforms portable units in precision and lab testing, while portable models win for on-site flexibility. Which one is better depends entirely on your testing scenarios, accuracy requirements and workflow.
Higher measurement accuracy & repeatability, excellent inter-instrument agreement
Supports full-spectrum analysis, more geometric optical designs
Larger testing aperture, compatible with curved, textured and bulk samples
Ideal for laboratory QC, R&D, formula matching and standard color calibration
Stable performance, less affected by external light and environment
Compact, lightweight, test anywhere anytime (production line, warehouse, on-site inspection)
Fast one-click measurement, no fixed power and lab space required
Perfect for incoming material inspection, on-line production spot check, field color comparison
Lower cost and easier to operate for frontline workers
Choose benchtop if you need:
Lab R&D, high-precision color grading, standard sample database establishment, strict quality control for cosmetics, plastics, textiles and food.Choose portable if you need:
On-site rapid detection, production line mobile sampling, outdoor and on-location color measurement.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
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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