Color Spectrophotometer: Compact Precision for Light Analysis
The YS6003 Desktop Spectrophotometer delivers lab-grade color precision for industrial applications. YS6003 Color Spectrophotometer is a high-tech device analyzing light’s spectral composition to measure color accurately. Using diffraction gratings or prisms, it splits light into wavelengths, enabling precise quantification of color parameters like hue, saturation, and brightness.
Key Highlights
Spectral range: Typically 360–780nm (visible light)
High accuracy: Repeatability up to ΔE*ab 0.01
Inter - instrument Error Control (ΔE * AB≤0.15)
Multiple color spaces: Supports CIELAB, XYZ, sRGB, etc.
Built-in QC software enables multi-angle analysis and pass/fail judgments
Suits lab R&D, on-site QC in textiles, paints, electronics, and more.
YS6003 desktop spectrophotometer can accurately measure and express various color difference formulas and color indexes in a variety of color spaces. The built-in temperature sensor monitors and compensates the test environment to ensure more accurate measurement results. It is widely used in reflection samples, transparent samples color transfer and quality control in plastic electronics, paint and ink, textile and garment printing, printing and other industries.
The YS6003 3nh Spectrophotometer is an efficient, easy to use and highly capable analytical workhorse that has been designed and engineered with uncompromised robustness and the lowest cost of ownership in mind. Innovative and unique technologies ensure that the YS6003 is a four-instruments-in-one design that’s capable of all current and future measurement needs.
The YS6003 Spectrophotometer is a robust solution for fast, repeatable results that deliver:
1, High configuration of hardware: 7 inches TFT Color Capacitive Touch-screen Display; Bluetooth 2.1; Concave Grating.
2, Double Array 256 Image Element CMOS Sensor; Long life-span stable xenon lamp.
3, With reflective and transmissive spectrum, accurate Lab value, good to calculate color formula and do precise color transmission.
4, Auto identify measuring aperture. Freely switchable between 3 measuring apertures: Φ 25.4mm/8mm/4mm.
5, Built-in temperature sensor to monitor and compensate the measuring temperature to ensure the measurement more precision.
6, Wavelength range 360nm – 780nm.It can be used to test fluorescent samples with wide applicability and simple operation
7, Independent light source detector to ensure the light source reliable.
8, Multiple measurement modes: Quality Management Mode, Sample Mode; Meet more users’ requirement.
9, Multiple accessories, sample holders, fixation clamp, suitable to more working condition.
10, Big capacity data storage, for 20000 pieces test result.
11, Built-in camera locating.
12, More powerful extended functions at the PC software.
In design and production workflows, color matching straddles the divide between art and analytical reasoning. Users often have to compare two color chips, or match a color to a digital record.
This is the purpose for which 3nh high-accuracy spectrophotometers are purpose built. They measure color samples and automatically calculate ΔE values to identify differences that the eye cannot see. Users can match new materials to existing standards in an instant thanks to built-in data logging and customizable color databases.
This is particularly important in the automotive refinishing and coating industries, as well as in printing and plastics, where brand-specific color consistency is crucial.

At 3nh, we welcome you to a world of excellence in laboratory and color measurement equipment. We know that precision is fundamental to your research work, and that's why we offer a wide variety of color measurement instruments designed to meet the highest color quality standards.
Typical Performance Specifications:
| Model | YS6003 |
| Optical Geometry | Reflect: di:8°, de:8°(diffused illumination, 8-degree viewing angle);SCI (specular component included)/SCE (specular component excluded) ; Include UV / excluded UV light source; Transmittance: di:0°, de:0° (diffuse illumination: 0° viewing); SCI (specular component included)/SCE (specular component excluded) ; Haze(ASTM D1003); Conforms to CIE No.15,GB/T 3978,GB 2893,GB/T 18833, ISO7724/1, ASTM E1164, DIN5033 Teil7 |
| Application | 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. |
| Integrating Sphere Size | Φ154mm |
| Light Source | 360 nm to 780 nm, Combined LED Light (5 million life span) |
| 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% |
| Measuring Aperture | Reflective : Φ30mm/Φ25.4mm, Φ10mm/Φ8mm, Φ6mm/Φ4mm; Transmissive : Φ30mm/Φ25mm; Remark: 1. Automatic identification of switch caliber 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) |
| Other Colorimetric Index | WI (ASTM E313, CIE/ISO, AATCC, Hunter), YI (ASTM D1925, ASTM 313), APHA/Hazen/Pt-Co, Saybolt MI (Metamerism Index), Staining Fastness, Color Fastness, Color Strength, Opacity, 8° Glossiness,Gardner Index, 555 Index, Haze(ASTM D1003) |
| 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 |
| Displayed Data | Spectrogram/Values, Samples Chromaticity Values, Color Difference Values/Graph, PASS/FAIL Result, Color Offset |
| Measuring Time | About 2.4s (Measure SCI & SCE about 5s) |
| Repeatability | Spectral reflectance: Φ25.4mm/SCI, Standard deviation within 0.06% (400 nm to 700 nm: within 0.05%); Chromaticity value:Φ25.4mm/SCI, Standard deviation within ΔE*ab 0.01 ( When a white calibration plate is measured 30 times at 5 second intervals after white calibration); Spectral Transmittance: Φ25.4mm/SCI, Standard deviation within 0.06% (400 nm to 700 nm: within 0.06%); Chromaticity value:Φ25.4mm/SCI, Standard deviation within ΔE*ab 0.015 ( When a white calibration plate is measured 30 times at 5 second intervals after white calibration). |
| Inter-instrument Error | Φ25.4mm/SCI, Within ΔE*ab 0.15 (Average for 12 BCRA Series II color tiles) |
| Dimension | L*W*H=370x300x200mm |
| Weight | Approx. 9.6kg |
| Power | AC 24V, 3A Power adapter power supply |
| Illuminant Life Span | 5 years, more than 3 million times measurements |
| Display | 7-inch TFT color LCD, Capacitive Touch Screen |
| Data Port | USB & Print serial port |
| Data Storage | Standard 1000 Pcs, Sample 20000 Pcs |
| Language | Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, English, |
| Operating Environment | 0~40℃, 0~85%RH (no condensing), Altitude < 2000m |
| Storage Environment | -20~50℃, 0~85%RH (no condensing) |
| Standard Accessory | Power Adapter, User Guide, CD Disk(PC Software), USB cable, Standard Calibration Board, Black Calibration Cavity, Transmission black baffle, Sample holder, 25.4 caliber, 8 caliber, 4 caliber |
| Optional Accessory | Micro-printer, Transmissive Test Component, Micro Aperture(4mm) transmission test clamp component, Instrument inversion components, culture dish |
| Notes: The specifications are subject to change without notice. YS6003 quality management software can only be used for data management | |
FAQs About YS6003 Benchtop Spectrophotometers
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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.
A spectrophotometer and colorimeter are certain instruments used by scientists to measure color by quantifying reflected or transmitted light. The results are presented in color spaces, such as L*a*b*, RGB, or XYZ. This enables the accuracy of comparison and tracking of the changes in color in chemical or material research.
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.
The color of chemical products is measured by using a colorimeter or spectrophotometer. The instruments measure the amount of light that gets absorbed or reflected by a substance. It may be used to determine concentration, purity, or compliance with product standards.
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