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NS800 Hand Held Spectrophotometer

Portable Spectrophotometer for Color Measurement

The NS800 array spectrometer is a new handheld spectrophotometer, developed with 3NH's proprietary core technology, features separates the light according to a certain wavelength interval, and adopts groups of sensor array to perform sensitive analysis. This design ensures high - speed, accurate, stable, and consistent measurements. NS800 has a compact design, is easy to handle and quick to get to the right colour, even on uneven surfaces of objects.


Key Highlights

  • 45/0 method (45 ring-shaped illumination, vertical viewing)

  • Excellent Repeatability (ΔE * AB≤0.2)

  • Inter - instrument Error Control (ΔE * AB≤0.04)

  • Spectral Value/Graph, Colorimetric Value, Color Difference Value/Graph, PASS/FAIL Result and etc

  • Large 3.5 Inch Touch Screen Operation, Fully Automatic Calibration

  • Largest 58mm integrating sphere

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NS800 Spectrophotometer: Full-Scene Color Consistency Solution

NS800 hand held spectrophotometer uses the principle of combination LED precision spectroscopy, separates the light according to a certain wavelength interval, and adopts groups of sensor array to perform sensitive analysis. NS800 spectrophotometer with higher accuracy is very sensitive to any colors. It not only can measure L*ab value and delta E value accurately, but also can display spectral reflectance curve which can realize color matching function and calculate the real parameters of various color formulas.

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In the R&D process, 3nh scientists and engineers measured various color samples from dark to light, white to black, and other standard color boards provided by ISO (International Standardization Organization). The parameters of test results are integrating with international standards.
 

3nh also analyzed the parameters from Japan, American and Germany spectrophotometers. The differences of L*ab absolute value between them are within ±1.5. Compared the L*ab value between NS800 and Japan spectrophotometer, when measuring any color objects, the biggest L*ab difference is within ±1.0. This is a breakthrough of 3nh high technology which realizes to be fully compatible with international market.

NS800 Spectrophotometer

 

NS800 Features

 

1. Aesthetic design perfectly combined with ergonomics structure.
2. 45/0 geometrical optics structure, comply with CIE, ISO, ASTM, DIN standard.
3. 3.5 inch large capacitive touch screen.
4. Two standard observer perspectives, multiple light sources modes, a variety of color systems.
5. The repeatability ΔE*ab is within 0.04, the errors between each instrument ΔE* ab is less than 0.2.
6. Large capacity storage, can save more than 10000 data.
7. PC software with powerful extension functions.
8. High hardware configuration with a number of innovative technologies.
9. Oversized integrating sphere, more effective homogenization ray of lights and precise measurement.
10. 15° oblique angle screen, more in line with the human eye observation.

 

NS800 Application Industry

 

This durable, hand-held 3nh Spectrophotometer is designed specifically for the rigors of on-site testing, with rugged components and waterproof, dustproof, chemical-resistant housings. NS800 spectrophotometer is widely used in plastic, electronic, paint, ink, textile, garment, printing and dyeing, food, medical, cosmetic, industries, scientific research institutes, schools and laboratories.  It can measure reflectance spectrum and other color index precisely. NS800 spectrophotometer not only can help to perform color matching and color management studies, but also can control product quality management accurately. The instrument is equipped with high-end color management software which can connect PC to achieve more extension functions.

The NS800 spectrophotometer is_widely used in various industries

 

Measuring Aperture

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NS800 spectrophotometer instrument Packaging and Accessories

NS800 Spectrophotometer Specifications

 

 Model NS800
 Illumination/observation system 45/0 method (45 ring-shaped illumination, vertical viewing), Comply with CIE No.15，GB/T 3978
 Integrating sphere Size Φ58mm
 Light Source combined LED sources
 Sensor Silicon photodiode array
 Wavelength range 400~700nm
 Wavelength interval 10nm
 Reflectance range 0~200%
 Measuring Aperture Φ8mm
 Color Space CIE LAB,XYZ,Yxy,LCh,CIE LUV
 Color difference Formula ΔE*ab,ΔE*uv,ΔE*94,ΔE*cmc(2:1),ΔE*cmc(1:1),ΔE*00,ΔE（h）
 Other Chromaticity DataWI(ASTM E313，CIE/ISO, AATCC, Hunter), YI(ASTM D1925，ASTM 313), Metamerism Index (Mt), Color Stain, Color Fastness, Color Strength
 Observer 2°/10°
 Illuminant D65，A,C,D50，D55，D75，F2，F6，F7，F8，F10，F11,F12
 Display Data Spectral Value/Graph, Colorimetric Value, Color Difference  Value/Graph, PASS/FAIL Result, Color Offset, Color Simulation  
 Measurement Time 1.5s
 Repeatability Spectral Reflectance: standard deviation within 0.1%(400~700nm:  within 0.2%)
 Colorimetric Value Standard deviation within Delta E*ab 0.04 (Measurement conditions:  white calibration plate measured 30 times at 5 seconds intervals after  white calibration was performed.)
 Inter Instrument Agreement Within Delta E*ab 0.2 (Average for 12 BCRA Series II color tiles)
 Dimension L*W*H=90*77*230mm
 Weight 600g
 Battery Li-ion battery. 5000 times within 8 hours
 Lamp Life 5 years, more than 1.6 million measurements
 Display Screen TFT 3.5inch, Capacitive Touch Screen
 Interface USB
 Data Memory 1000 Standards, 15000 Samples
 Operating Temperature  0~40℃(32~104°F)
 Storage temperature -20~50℃(-4~122°F)
 Standard AccessoryPower Adapter, Built-In Li-ion Battery, User Guide, PC Software, White and Black Calibration Cavity, Dust Cover
 Optional AccessoryMultifunctional test kit, Micro Printer, Universal Test Compon
 Others

 Provide complete spectrum reflectance curve, Input L, a, b value  manually

 Notes The specifications are subject to change without notice



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FAQs About NS800 Portable Spectrophotometers

To answer this question, you first need to clarify your specific needs: 

  • Is it for simple color quality control (QC)?

  • To coordinate with supply chain color management?

  • To monitor on-line color stability?

  • Do you require computer color matching or production color correction?

  • What is your budget?

  • Systematic supervision and evaluation of color performance in dyed products?

If you aren’t fully clear about your requirements at the initial stage, our color management engineers are ready to communicate with you. We will recommend solutions tailored to your needs. When conditions permit, we can provide prototype demonstrations and trial testing to ensure the instrument meets your practical application requirements.

Spectrophotometer, Colorimeter, Gloss meter, Haze Meters, Coating thickness meter, window tint meter, UV meter, Leeb hardness tester, Light booth, Color Test Chart, Ultrasonic thickness gauge. Threenh Technology company adheres to independent design, research and development, production and sales of various measuring instruments. 

For premier glass quality grading (color, transmittance, haze, coating uniformity, architectural/auto/optical glass), the top 3nh & industry-leading instruments are:


1. 3nh YS6060 Benchtop (Best Lab Accuracy)

  • d/8° integrating sphere, 360–780nm, UV adjustable

  • Dual mode: reflectance + transmission

  • ΔE*ab ≤ 0.015, IIA ≤ 0.2, haze measurement

  • Multi-apertures (Φ4/8/15/25.4mm)

  • Ideal: colored glass, coated glass, optical glass, lab R&D


2. 3nh TS8560 Benchtop (Ultra-High Precision)

  • d/8° sphere, SCI/SCE, UV control

  • ΔE*ab ≤ 0.01 (repeatability)

  • Large transmission compartment

    Best for: high-end architectural glass, Low-E coated glass



3. 3nh ST70 Portable (Production/Field)

  • d/8° (SCI/SCE), ΔE*ab ≤ 0.02

  • Handheld, fast, non-destructive

    Best for: line checks, incoming glass, on-site grading



4. 3nh NS810 Portable (Cost-Effective)

  • 45/0 geometry, ΔE*ab ≤ 0.04

  • Touchscreen, rugged

  • Best for: solid-color glass, routine QC

Short Recommendation

  • Top lab: YS6060

  • Ultra-precision: TS8560

  • Portable production: ST70

  • Economical QC: NS810

All measure color consistency, transmittance, haze & coating uniformity for glass quality grading.


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.


Benchtop Spectrophotometer Advantages

  • 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


Portable Spectrophotometer Advantages

  • 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


Which One Should You Choose?


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.


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.

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