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TS8290 Portable Vertical Spectrophotometer

Portable Sphere Vertical Spectrophotometer Device TS8290

The 3nh TS8290 spectrophotometer is a classic color measurement instrument renowned for its reliability and simplicity. It provides quantifiable spectral measurements of the reflectivity of objectsWhen strict inter-instrument delta E (ΔE) is required, benchtop spectrophotometers are an ideal choice. Threenh Technology's portable integrating sphere benchtop Spectrophotometer TS8290 enable precise color management and process control.


Key Highlights

  • Φ30mm measuring aperture

  • SCI+SCE rapid measurement

  • Dual 40 array sensor

  • Multiple color measurement spaces and observation light sources

  • Equipped with a 400 - 700nm full - waveband balanced LED and UV light source

  • 7-inch industrial-grade high-definition touch screen

TS8290 Portable Vertical Spectrophotometer Instructions Operating Manual TS8290 Portable Vertical Spectrophotometer PDF
This TS8290 Instrument are Certified with
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1 Years Warranty (Additional support period of 3 years)


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TS8290 features a user-friendly interface with intuitive controls, allowing for easy operation and efficient color different data analysis. Its compact and portable design enhances flexibility in color measurement setups, while its robust construction ensures durability in demanding factory environments.

The portable benchtop spectrophotometer TS8290 is a spectrophotometer developed by 3nh using its own core technology of spectroscopy. It uses a built-in silicon photodiode array (40 pairs of dual-row) sensors and an imported whiteboard. It also takes into account the measurement speed and the convenience of operation. Rotating and pressing structure makes testing more convenient. The repeatability ΔE*ab of TS8290 portable benchtop spectrophotometer is easily controlled within 0.05, and the inter-instrument error ΔE*ab is controlled within 0.15. The measurement is accurate and can be used for accurate color analysis and transmission in the laboratory.

TS8290 Portable Benchtop Vertical Spectrophotometer Application

TS8290 equipped with integrating sphere offering d/8° (illuminating/viewing) geometry - it illuminates same spherically in order to ensure an angularly uniform illumination field. The TS8290 portable benchtop spectrophotometer is equipped with a Φ30mm measuring aperture, which is suitable for measuring large-area samples, meeting the requirements of accurate color measurement and quality control in textile and garment printing and dyeing, plastic electronics, ceramics and other industries; it can be used for fluorescent sample measurement.

Features of TS8290 Portable Benchtop Spectrophotometer


Internationally-used D/8 structure, compatible with SCI/SCE measurement

The TS8290 benchtop spectrophotometer adopts the internationally applicable D/8 illumination observation conditions, SCI/SCE (including specular reflection/not including specular reflection) synthesis technology, and supports SCI+SCE simultaneous rapid measurement, the test time is about 3.2 seconds.

Comparison of Optical Geometric Structures between D8 and D0

Silicon photodiode array (dual 40 array) sensor

Larger area dual 40 array sensor, strong light will not saturate, low light sensitivity higher and wider spectral response range, ensuring the measurement speed, accuracy, stability and consistency of the instrument.

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Multiple color measurement spaces, multiple observation light sources

TS8290 benchtop spectrophotometer provides CIE LAB, XYZ, Yxy, LCh, CIE LUV, Musell, s-RGB, HunterLab, βxy, DIN Lab99 color space, as well as D65,A,C,D50,D55,D75, F1,F2(CWF),F3,F4,F5,F6, F7(DLF),F8,F9,F10(TPL5), F11(TL84),F12(TL83/U30) multiple observation light sources, which can meet the special measurement requirements under different measurement conditions.

TS8290 provides a variety of color indices and evaluation illuminants that comply with international standards. A variety of light sources and color indices measurement indicators can be flexibly added through the mobile terminal or PC terminal program

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Adopt a combined full-spectrum LED light source and UV light source

The full-band balanced LED light source ensures sufficient spectral distribution in the visible light range, avoids the lack of spectrum of white light LEDs in specific wavelength bands, and ensures the measurement speed of the instrument and the accuracy of the measurement results. Professional UV light sources ensure UV testing more reliable.

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Metrological verification report

Each TS8290 benchtop spectrophotometer has been verified and tested, and the instrument is verified according to the measurement standards of the authoritative verification department at the factory, and the measurement data is traced to the National Institute of Metrology to ensure the authority of the instrument test data.

ts8290 vertical device Metrological verification report


Camera locating, can clearly observe the measured area

The TS8290 portable benchtop spectrophotometer has a built-in camera for framing and positioning. Through the real-time framing of the camera, it can accurately determine whether the measured part of the object is the center of the target, which improves the measurement efficiency and accuracy.

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Industrial-grade high-definition touch screen, easy-to-use user interface

Using a 7-inch industrial-grade high-definition touch screen, the control is smooth, and the easy-to-use user interface makes the operation comfortable, convenient and easier to use.

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Color management software

The SQCX quality management software matched with the TS8290 benchtop 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 a variety of color space measurement data, and customize customer color management.

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Threenh Technology's reliable and affordable compact integrating sphere benchtop spectrophotometers are designed to establish color control procedures or improve existing control processes that currently rely on non-spectral devices or visual inspections for pass/fail decisions. These instruments streamline the color measurement workflow and can be used in conjunction with color matching or quality control software to create comprehensive color measurement solutions. TS8290 Equipped with all accessories for its normal functioning, i.e. area masks (SAV, LAV and USAV), white calibration tile, black trap, green tile, power supply cable and serial communication cable.

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Technical Parameters Of TS8290 Portable Benchtop Spectrophotometer

ModelTS8290
Optical GeometryD/8 (diffuse illumination, 8° direction reception);
SCI/SCE measurement; include UV/exclude UV measurement;
Comply with standard CIE No.15, GB/T 3978, GB 2893, GB/T 18833, ISO7724-1, ASTM E1164, DIN5033 Teil7
FeaturesΦ30mm measuring aperture, suitable for measuring large area samples;
Standard configuration of rotary pressing structure, more convenient for testing;
Accurate measurement, can be used for accurate analysis and transmission of laboratory colors;
It is used for accurate color measurement and quality control in textile and garment printing and dyeing, plastic electronics, ceramics and other industries; it can be used for fluorescent sample measurement.
Integrating Sphere SizeΦ152mm
Light SourceCombined full spectrum LED light source, UV light source
Spectrophotometric ModePlane Grating
SensorSilicon photodiode array (40 groups in dual rows)
Wavelength Range400~700nm
Wavelength Interval10nm
Semiband Width10nm
Measured Reflectance Range0-200%
Measuring ApertureΦ30mm/Φ25.4mm
Specular ComponentSimultaneously test SCI/SCE
Color SpaceCIE LAB,XYZ,Yxy,LCh,CIE LUV,s-RGB,HunterLab,βxy,DIN Lab99 Munsell(C/2)
Color Difference FormulaΔE*ab,ΔE*uv,ΔE*94 ,ΔE*cmc(2:1),ΔE*cmc(1:1) ,ΔE*00, DINΔE99, ΔE(Hunter)
Other Colorimetric IndexWI (ASTM E313, CIE/ISO, AATCC, Hunter),
YI (ASTM D1925, ASTM 313),
Metamerism index Mt,
Staining Fastness, Color Fastness, Color Strength, Opacity,
8° gloss, 555 color classification
Observer Angle2°/10°
IlluminantD65,A,C,D50,D55,D75,F1,F2(CWF),F3,F4，F5，F6,F7(DLF),F8,F9，F10(TPL5),F11(TL84),F12(TL83/U30)
Displayed DataSpectrogram/Values, Samples Chromaticity Values, Color Difference Values/Graph, PASS/FAIL Result, Color Simulation, Color Offset
Measuring TimeAbout 1.5s (Measure SCI & SCE about 3.2s)
RepeatabilityChromaticity value:MAV/SCI, within ΔE*ab 0.05 (After the instrument is warmed up and calibrated, measure the average value of the whiteboard 30 times at an interval of 5s)
Inter-instrument ErrorMAV/SCI, Within ΔE*ab 0.15(Measured average value of 12 tiles of BCRA series Ⅱ)
Measurement methodSingle measurement, average measurement (2~99 times)
LocatingCamera lpcating
DimensionL*W*H=425X250X470mm
WeightApprox. 18kg
PowerAC 24V, 3A Power adapter power supply
Illuminant Life Span5 years, more than 3 million times measurements
Display7-inch TFT color LCD, Capacitive Touch Screen
Data PortUSB, Bluetooth®5.0, Trigger switch interface
Data StorageStandard 1000 Pcs, Sample 30000 Pcs(SCI/SCE counts as one piece of data)
LanguageSimplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, English
Operating Environment0~40℃, 0~85%RH (no condensation), altitude: less than 2000m
Storage Environment-20~50℃, 0~85%RH (no condensation)
Standard AccessoryPower adapter, data cable, manual, quality management software (download from official website), calibration box, measuring aperture, rotating bracket
Optional AccessoryMini printer, Foot switch
NotesThe specifications are subject to change without notice.


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FAQs About TS8290 Benchtop Spectrophotometers

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At most of time, we have Spectrophotometer stock in the factory. Generally it is 1-3 working days after the payment confirmed. After shipped, we will email you the tracking number. You can check the shipping status of your order on the website. If you are in urgent need, we can consider making special arrangement for you.

Colorimetry is a method that applies color intensity to ascertain the chemical concentrations. It is founded on Beer-Lambert Law, whereby the absorbance at a given wavelength is proportional to the concentration. It is popular in environmental and biochemical testing.

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.


For professional paint matching (decorative, automotive, industrial, metallic/pearlescent), these are the top-performing spectrophotometers from 3nh — optimized for formulation, batch consistency, metamerism control, and field/shop matching:


1. 3nh YS6060 Premium Benchtop (Best Lab & Formulation)

  • d/8° sphere, SCI/SCE, UV control (360–780nm)

  • ΔE*ab ≤ 0.015, IIA ≤ 0.2 — ultra-precise for R&D

  • Multi-apertures (Φ4/8/15/25.4mm)

  • Transmission + reflection modes

  • Best for: Paint lab formulation, fluorescent pigments, color standardization

2. 3nh TS7700 Portable (Best On-Site / Production)

  • d/8° (SCI/SCE), ΔE*ab ≤ 0.02

  • Large Φ20mm aperture — averages texture/sheen

  • Fast, handheld, rugged

  • Best for: Paint store counters, job-site matching, production QC

3. 3nh MS3008 Multi-Angle (Metallic / Pearlescent Paints)

  • 8-angle measurement (15°/25°/45°/75°/110° + others)Threenh

  • For flip-flop, sparkle, pearlescent, metallic coatings

  • High stability for special-effect finishes

  • Best for: Automotive paint, powder coatings, metallic pigments, High-end industrial coatings, automotive OEM

4. 3nh YS3010 / YS3060 (Mid-Range Portable)

  • d/8°, SCI/SCE, UV adjustable

  • Interchangeable apertures (Φ4/8mm)

  • Bluetooth + USB

  • Best for: General paint store matching, routine QC

Short Best Recommendations

  • Lab formulation / R&D: 3nh YS6060

  • Portable on-site / paint store: 3nh TS7700

  • Metallic / pearlescent paint: 3nh MS3008

  • Entry-level portable: 3nh YS3010


All deliver stable spectral data, minimal metamerism, and perfect batch-to-batch consistency — critical for paint matching.


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