Control Density Across Every Production Batch
3nh YD5010 Grating Spectrophotometer Densitometer with 45/0(45 ring-shaped illumination, 0 degree viewing angle), comply to standard ISO 5-4,CIE No.15. It is suitable for using in ink printing, in Film Processing, Textile Printing and Dyeing, Plastic Electronics and Other Industries for Color Measurement and Quality Control. Automate Color Density Control: Smart Grating Spectrodensitometer for High-Volume Production.
Key Highlights
45/0 geometrical optics structure, comply with CIE
Reflectance spectrum, CMYK density and Lab
3.5-inch TFT true-color screen, capacitive touch screen, concave grating
Ergonomic structure design
Φ2/4/8mm Optional apertures
Pinting plants process control and quality control
3nh launched new model YD5010 Grating Spectrophotometer Densitometer with 45/0(45 ring-shaped illumination, 0 degree viewing angle), comply to standard ISO 5-4,CIE No.15. It is suitable for using in ink printing, in Film Processing, Textile Printing and Dyeing, Plastic Electronics and Other Industries for Color Measurement and Quality Control;especially suitable for the measurement and quality control of optical density and dot enlargement in ink printing; and it is able to customize single aperture Φ2mm,Φ4mm,Φ8mm.
Under the 45/0 geometric optical illumination and the testing conditions of M O, M 1,M 2 , M 3 stipulated by ISO 13655 standard, the instrument can accurately measure the reflectance data of samples. Under multiple color spaces, it can accurately measure various printing density indexes, color difference formulas and color indexes, and can meet the user's regular testing of various parameters.
1.Perfect combination of the beautiful appearance and the ergonomic structure design;
2.Combined LED light sources with long life and low power consumption, including UV light;
3.Optional apertures: Φ2/4/8mm, adapt to more samples;
4. Accurately measure reflectance spectrum, CMYK density and Lab value of the sample, Accurate color density measurement to ensure consistent print quality;
5.High-configuration electronic hardware: 3.5-inch TFT true-color screen, capacitive touch screen, concave grating, 256-pixel dual-array CMOS image sensor, etc.;
6.Two standard observer angles: 2/10, multiple light source modes and color systems;
7.USB mode is widely useful;
8.Large-capacity storage space, over 10,000 test data;
9.Especially suitable for process control and quality control of printing plants;
10. PC software has powerful function expansion.

Color measurement instruments+ software + support = all-round carefree, ThreeNH will take care of your request in a competent and friendly manner from the initial inquiry to the purchase and beyond. You benefit from short response times, customized solutions, high-quality advice from our experienced application engineers and unique support by phone, web-based or on site.
| Model | YD5010 |
| Measurement Geometry | 45/0(45 ring-shaped illumination, 0 degree viewing angle); ISO 5-4,CIE No.15 |
| Features | Common spectrophotometer densitometer, apply in ink printing, in Film Processing, Textile Printing and Dyeing, Plastic Electronics and Other Industries for Color Measurement and Quality Control;especially suitable for the measurement and quality control of optical density and dot enlargement in ink printing;able to customize single aperture Φ2mm,Φ4mm,Φ8mm. |
| Light Source | Combined LED Light, UV Light |
| Spectral separation device | Concave Grating |
| Detector | 256 Image Element Double Array CMOS Image Sensor |
| Wavelength Range | 400~700nm |
| Wavelength Pitch | 10nm |
| Half Bandwidth | 10nm |
| Measurement Conditions | Compliance with ISO 13655 measurement conditions; M0 (CIE Light Soure A) M1 (CIE Light Soure D50) M2 (Excluding UV light source) M3 (M2+Polarized light filter) |
| Density Standards | ISO Status A, E, I, T |
| Density index | Density value, density difference, dot area, dot enlargement, overprint, printing characteristics, printing contrast, tone error and gray level |
| Measurement aperture | Customized one aperture:Φ2mm,Φ4mm,Φ8mm optional |
| Color Spaces | CIE LAB,XYZ,Yxy,LCh |
| Color Difference Formula | ΔE*ab,ΔE*94,ΔE*00 |
| Other Colorimetric Index | / |
| Observer Angle | 2°/10° |
| Illuminants | A,C,D50,D55,D65,D75,F2,F7,F11,F12 |
| Measurement Time | About 1.5s |
| Repeatability | Density: Within 0.01 D |
| Chromaticity value:within ΔE*ab 0.04 ( When a white calibration plate is measured 30 times at 5 second intervals after white calibration) Except M3 | |
| Inter-instrument Error | Within ΔE*ab 0.2 (Average for 12 BCRA Series II color tiles) Except M3 |
| Measurement mode | Single Measurement, Average Measurement(2-99) |
| Size(L*W*H) | 184*77*105mm |
| Weight | About 600g |
| Power source | 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, |
| Data memory | 10000 pcs |
| Language | Simplified Chinese, English, Traditional Chinese |
| 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,Polarization filter box,Locating Plate |
| Optional Accessory | Micro Printer |
| Notes: The specifications are subject to change without notice. | |
FAQs About Spectrodensitometer
True color in chemistry is the color seen in a solution or compound in standardized conditions. It depends on electronic transitions in molecules, specifically absorption of a particular wavelength of light, and this depends on the structure of the compound.
A light booth for color matching usually contains D65 (daylight), TL84 (store), A (incandescent) and UV light. LED may also be used in modern time for additional color matching.
Our professional team will give you the best suggestion as long as you tell us what kind of test you need to do and the required specification.
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
Colorimeter calibration is indispensable for reliable quality control—ensuring measurement accuracy by compensating for component aging, environmental interference, and baseline drift. It standardizes data across devices/batches, maintains compliance with industry standards, and prevents costly rework from inaccurate color readings, making it critical for precision-driven industries like printing, food, plastics, textiles, paint and coatings.
Inaccurate color rendering, mismatched results, and noncompliance with ISO 3664 or ASTM D1729 can occur when there are deviations.
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