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The 3nh PS530 is a professional-grade spectrodensitometer tailored for fine printing measurement and rigorous quality control across high-end packaging, precision electronics, and film plate-making industries. Featuring a 45/0 circumferential uniform illumination optical system paired with high-precision nanometer spectrophotometric components, it accurately captures critical printing metrics—including optical density, dot area, dot gain, and trapping ratio—while supporting Netmetric network calibration to ensure inter-instrument data consistency across multi-line operations. The defining advantage of the PS530 lies in its 'High Precision and Full-Scenario Coverage': equipped with 7 measuring apertures (down to Φ1.5mm) to meet micro-area testing demands, and tight inter-instrument agreement within ΔE*ab 0.20 for fleet synchronization. Whether applied to fine packaging, electronic screen printing, or miniature components, PS530 delivers accurate, professional data for enterprise quality upgrading.


1. Comprehensive Printing Metrics Coverage

Supports complete printing parameter measurements, including optical density, density difference, dot area, dot gain, trapping, printing contrast, tone error, grayness, and plate analysis, supplying total digital quality management.

Comprehensive Printing Metrics Coverage


2. Seven Measuring Apertures for Micro-Block Versatility

Equipped with 7 measuring apertures (Φ11mm, Φ10mm, Φ6mm, Φ5mm, Φ3mm, Φ2mm, and Φ1.5mm). The micro 1.5mm aperture accurately measures fine text, thin lines, and micro color patches, fulfilling demanding requirements in precision electronics and delicate component manufacturing.

Seven Measuring Apertures for Micro-Block Versatility


3. High Precision & Inter-Instrument Agreement

Density repeatability ≤ 0.01D and colorimetric repeatability ΔE*ab ≤ 0.02 ensure trustworthy stability. Inter-instrument agreement controlled within ΔE*ab 0.20 guarantees consistency across different production lines, workshops, and facilities.

High Precision


4. Multi-Condition Support & International Standard Compliance

Full compatibility with ISO 13655 measurement conditions (M0, M1, M2, M3) and ISO Status T, E, A, I, M density standards to seamlessly integrate into international testing workflows.

Multi-Condition Support


5. Advanced Colorimetric Indices

Provides rich color space support (CIE LAB, XYZ, Yxy, LCh, Munsell, etc.) and color difference formulas (ΔE*ab, ΔE*94, ΔE*cmc, ΔE*00), alongside indices for whiteness, yellowness, metamerism index, dye strength, opacity, and blackness.

Advanced Colorimetric Indices


6. Multi-Platform Software Support

Seamless multi-device synchronization across Android, iOS, Windows, WeChat Mini-Program, and HarmonyOS with automatic report generation and one-click export.

Multi-Platform Software Support


7. Netmetric Network Calibration

Supports Netmetric network calibration, enabling accumulated measurement deviations caused by long-term instrument use to be corrected remotely over the network. It also allows systematic calibration and alignment of all instruments within an organization and across its supply chain, significantly reducing inter-instrument measurement variation. For group enterprises with multiple factories and production lines, Netmetric enables unified quality standards and centralized management across sites, substantially reducing communication costs and quality risks associated with cross-factory collaboration.

Netmetric Network Calibration


Target Industry Applications

High-End Printing: Density and dot measurement for fine prints, micro-text, and thin-line printing plates.

Precision Electronics: Color testing for small plastic parts and electronic components.

Textile Dyeing & Printing: Color measurement, fastness rating, and print quality inspection for yarn and fine patterns.

Film Processing: High-precision film density testing and plate quality control.

Enterprise Groups: Unified printing quality standards management across multi-factory groups.

Applications



Model

PS530

Illumination Geometry

45/0 (45° circumferential uniform illumination, 0° reception); Complies with ISO 5-4, CIE No. 15

Features

Versatile spectrodensitometer widely used for precise color measurement and quality control in ink printing, film processing, textile dyeing, plastics, and electronics. Ideal for optical density and dot gain measurement.

Light Source

Combined LED light source, UV light source

Spectrophotometric Mode

High-precision nanometer spectrophotometric component

Sensor

Silicon photodiode array (dual-array, 16 groups)

Wavelength Range

400–700 nm

Wavelength Interval

10 nm

Half Bandwidth

10 nm

Reflectance Range

0–200%

Reflectance Resolution

0.01%

Measurement Conditions

Complies with ISO 13655 conditions: M0 (CIE Illuminant A), M1 (CIE Illuminant D50), M2 (UV Cut), M3 (M2 + Polarizing Filter)

Density Standards

ISO Status T, E, A, I, M

Density Range

0.0 D – 3.0 D

Density Indices

Density value, density difference, dot area, dot gain, trapping, printing characteristics, print contrast, tone error and grayness, printing plate

Measuring Aperture

Φ11mm,Φ10mm,Φ6mm,Φ5mm,Φ3mm,Φ2mm,Φ1.5mm

Color Spaces

CIE LAB, XYZ, Yxy, LCh, CIE LUV, HunterLAB, s-RGB, βxy, DIN Lab99, Munsell

Color Difference Formulas

ΔE*ab, ΔE*uv, ΔE*94, ΔE*cmc(2:1), ΔE*cmc(1:1), ΔE*cmc(1:c), ΔE*00, DINΔE99, ΔE(Hunter)

Other Colorimetric Indices

Spectral reflectance, Whiteness (ASTM E313-00, ASTM E313-73, CIE, ISO2470/R457, AATCC, Hunter, Taube, Berger, Stensby), Yellowness (ASTM D1925, ASTM E313-00, ASTM E313-73), Tint (ASTM E313-00), Metamerism Index (MI), Color Fastness to Staining, Color Change Fastness, Color Strength (Dye Strength, Tinting Power), Opacity, 555 Tone Classification, Blackness (My, dM)

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),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

Measurement Time

Approx. 1s

Display Resolution

Density value: 0.001;

Repeatability

Density: Within 0.01D

Colorimetric: ΔE*ab within 0.02 (Average of 30 measurements on white plate at 5s intervals after warm-up & calibration - except M3)

Inter-Instrument Agreement

ΔE*ab within 0.20 (Average across 14 BCRA Series II color tiles - except M3)

Measurement Method

Single measurement, Average measurement (2–99 times)

Locating Method

Integrated physical positioning hole

Dimensions

170*75*91.7mm

Weight

Approx. 600 g

Battery Capacity

Rechargeable lithium battery; 5000 measurements within 8 hours

Light Source Lifespan

5 years or over 3 million measurements

Display Screen

3.5-inch TFT color capacitive touchscreen

Interfaces

USB, Bluetooth

Data Storage

10,000 records

Software Support

Android, iOS, Windows, WeChat Mini-Program, HarmonyOS

Languages

Simplified Chinese, English, Traditional Chinese, Russian

Operating Environment

0–40°C, 0–85% RH (non-condensing), Altitude: Below 2000m

Storage Environment

-20–50°C, 0–85% RH (non-condensing)

Network Correction

Supports Netmetric

Accuracy Guarantee

Guaranteed Metrology Compliance

Standard Accessories

Power Adapter, Data Cable, Built-in Lithium Battery, User Manual, QC Software (downloadable), Black & White Calibration Box, Protective Cover, Polarizing Filter Box

Optional Accessories

Micro Printer, Netmetric

Remarks

Technical specifications are for reference only and subject to actual sales products.



Our Valued Clients

  • Sakata INX company
  • T&K Toka Co. Ltd  ink company
  • Marico
  • Toyo Ink Malaysia Coloring ink
  • hunbergroup chemicals ink company
  • fujifilm sericol inks
  • Emami Paper Mills Ltd paper and packaging
  • Siegwerk Druckfarben  ink company

FAQs About PS530  Spectrodensitometer

Ensure the source, viewing angle, and background are all neutral and standardized, and the samples are clean, and positioned for a side-by-side comparison under each light condition.


In the study of chemical reactions, calorimetry deals with changes in heat (energy and enthalpy). Spectrophotometry is the measurement of the light absorbance or light transmittance to determine the concentration or color of a solution. The first one monitors the thermal processes, whereas the second one addresses the aspects of light and color.


  1. Turn on the hazemeter and check if the instrument’s display screen shows normally and if the buttons are responsive.

  2. Verify that the hazemeter’s battery power is sufficient. Replace the battery or connect an external power supply if necessary.

  3.  Confirm that the instrument’s measurement mode is set correctly. Select the appropriate measurement unit and range based on actual needs.

D/8°and 45°/0°are two kinds of illumination geometry with different optical geometry design. D/8°illumination geometry is more widely used for the color comparison and measurement of high-gloss materials; 45°/0°illumination geometry is mainly used in printing and packaging industries. 

During color evaluation, maintaining consistent light sources and viewing conditions is critical. Standard viewing conditions vary depending on the object being evaluated, including factors such as brightness, illumination angle, and observer position. Accurate evaluation can be achieved by establishing a proper environment that meets these requirements.

In development and production sites with extremely high color requirements, such as the automotive and cosmetics industries, accurately reproducing colors is essential. Color evaluation helps determine whether the color matches the intended image or target color. It is the process of measuring color, analyzing its characteristics, and evaluating how well it aligns with a specific target color. 

color measurement and color evaluation

Visual Color Evaluation

Color differences are compared visually using standard light sources or reference colors (such as color cards). This method allows color confirmation under conditions close to natural light, making it ideal for color inspection in design and production processes. 

Instrumental Color Evaluation

Measurements are performed using a spectrophotometer or colorimeter. This method eliminates the subjective influence of the operator and is widely used for product quality control and industrial applications, enabling scientific quantification of color.


Color evaluation is widely used across industries such as product development and quality control departments in manufacturing. 

Typical applications include: 

  • Automotive Industry

    Used for quality evaluation of automotive paint, exterior parts, and interior components.

  • Coatings & Materials Industry

    Used to maintain and manage color accuracy for coatings, plastics, glass products, and more.

  • Cosmetics Industry

    Used to verify color consistency in products such as lipsticks and foundations.

  • Molded Products (Resin & Plastics)

    Used to evaluate color difference and uniformity of surface effects in finished products.

  • Furniture & Building Materials Industry

    Used to ensure color consistency in materials such as wood and plywood. Food & Pharmaceutical Industry Used to assess color consistency of food packaging and color differences in pharmaceutical capsules.

Colorimeters have fixed wavelength filters and LEDs; it is less precise and simpler. Monochromators are applied to spectrophotometers, which scan a spectrum of wavelengths. Giving more detailed spectral information. Spectrophotometers are more sensitive and flexible in complicated analyses.


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