Higher-end Laboratory Benchtop Grating Spectrophotometer
Independently developed by 3nh with core technology, the TS8560 features a dual-array CMOS image sensor for high sensitivity and a broad spectral response, ensuring precise measurements. Equipped with a 10.5-inch independent rotating screen, it offers user-friendly operation. Supporting both xenon pulse and LED light sources, it delivers exceptional stability with ΔE*ab repeatability within 0.01 and inter-instrument error under 0.1.
Key Highlights
Illuminating/Viewing Geometry: Reflect D/8, Transmittance D/0; Double Array CMOS Image Sensor
Highest repeatability (ΔEab ≤0.01) and inter-instrument agreement (ΔEab ≤0.1)
Automatic measuring aperture distinguish
Automatic temperature and humidity compensation function, make the measurement data more accurate
The camera located, clearly confirm the measured area
Adopt combination full spectrum LED light source and UV light source
Color management software
Spectro TS8560 delivers the highest precision ΔE*ab 0.01 in Threenh’s fleet of benchtop Spectrophotometers and is designed for high efficiency and confidence in color formulation and quality control. Delivers the highest quality color measurement results with industry-leading inter-instrument agreement.
These stationary color instruments offer better accuracy, a wider range of wavelengths, and more sophisticated data analysis capabilities, making them ideal for quality control in laboratories and design studios.

Proven Technology, Unmatched Performance
Every 3nh photo spectrometer instrument is built on the trusted Spectrophotometry principle, which has been refined over decades. The latest TS8560 benchtop models feature CMOS image sensor technology, based on the patented dual-array CMOS image sensor Method – engineered to deliver exceptional measurement stability and the world’s most precise color spectrogram results.
TS8560 is a simple-to-use spectro colorimeter instrument with advanced performance, incorporating Xenon lamp technology for longer source lifetime and lower maintenance costs. TS8560 is a benchtop grating spectrophotometer which is developed by 3nh independently with core technology. It uses a dual-array CMOS image sensor to have high sensitivity and a wider spectral response range, which makes the test more accurate. With a 10.5-inch independent rotating screen, it is convenient and easy to use.
TS8560 also supports Xenon pulse and LED two Light Sources. The repeatability of ΔE*ab is within 0.01, and inter-instrument error is within 0.1, and the measurement performance is super stable and accurate, making it suitable for a wide range of applications in color analysis and transfer of various solid, liquid, and fluorescent samples.
TS8560 spectrophotometer adopts D/8(diffused illumination, 8-degree viewing angle) which is widely applicable in the world, and SCI/SCE (specular component included/specular component excluded) Synthesis technology, supporting SCI+SCE simultaneous rapid measurement.

With 10.5--inch independent rotating display pad, make the response faster, and the operation is more comfortable and convenient.,

It has high sensitivity and wide spectral response range, which can achieve high -precision and repeatability measurement.

Support 40+measurement indexes, and light sources D65, A, C, D50, D55, D75, F1, F2, F3, F4, F5, F6, F7, F8, F9, F10, F11, F12, CWF, DLF, TL83, TL84, TPL5,U30B,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,and other customized light sources.(41 light sources in total, parts will be achieve via software in PC),multiple observation light sources, meet different measuring requirement.


Freely switchable between 4 measuring apertures: φ25.4mm/15mm/8mm/4mm. Users also can customize apertures.

Side measurement, upward measurement, and downward measurement (using accessories) and other gestures are placed and measured, open -type transmitted warehouses, adapting to more samples.

Make the measurement data more accurate

TS8560 has a built -in camera to set the location positioning. Through the real -time scene of the camera, it can accurately determine whether the measured part of the object is the target center, which improves the measurement efficiency and accuracy.
Wavelength range 360nm-780nm, combined LED Light. Including UV, 400nm cut-off light source, 420nm Cut-off light source, 360-780nm Xenon Lamp.

With SQCX quality management software, TS8560 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 multiple color space measurement data, and customize the customer's color management.

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TS8560 Benchtop Grating Spectrophotometer Specification
| Model | TS8560 (LED+Pulsed Xenon) |
| Optical Geometry | Reflect: D/8 (diffused illumination, 8-degree viewing angle) ; |
| SCI (specular component included)/SCE (specular component excluded) ; Include UV / excluded UV light source ; | |
| Transmittance: D/0 (diffuse illumination: 0° viewing) ; | |
| SCI (specular component included)/SCE (specular component excluded) ; Include UV / excluded UV light source ; | |
| HAZE (ASTM D1003); | |
| Standards meet: CIE No.15, GB/T 3978,GB 2893,GB/T 18833, ISO7724/1, ASTM E1164, DIN5033 Teil7,JIS Z8722 under condition C | |
| Characteristic | 1. 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. |
| 2. 10.5 inch rotatable display pad,128G storage,camera locating | |
| 3. Instrument can be measured on the side, upward measurement, and the downward measurement (use accessories) and other gestures. | |
| 4. Open transmission warehouse, available thickness of 54mm transmitted samples. | |
| 5. Automatic temperature and humidity compensation function. | |
| 6. Built-in full spectral high life LED light source and Xenon lighting sources, testing fluorescent samples have better recognition. | |
| Integrating Sphere Size | Φ154mm |
| Light Source Device | 360nm–780nm Wavelength range ,combined LED Light. Including UV, 400nm cut-off light source, 420nmCut-off light source,360~780nm Xenon Lamp. |
| 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% |
| Reflectivity Resolution | 0.01 |
| Measuring Aperture | Reflective: |
| XLAV Φ25.4mm/Φ30mm LAVΦ15mm/Φ18mm MAVΦ8mm/Φ10mm SAVΦ4mm/Φ6mm | |
| Transmissive: | |
| Φ25.4mm(No limit on sample height and width, but thickness≤54mm) | |
| Remark: | |
| 1. Automatic identification of aperture switch | |
| 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), ΔE*CH,555 Index |
| Other Colorimetric Index | WI(ASTM E313, CIE/ISO,AATCC,Hunter, Taube,Berger Stensby) |
| YI(ASTM D1925,ASTM 313),ISO brightness,R457 | |
| MI (Metamerism Index), | |
| Staining Fastness, Color Fastness, Color Strength, Opacity, | |
| APHA/Hazen/Pt-Co Index, Gardner Index | |
| Haze,Transmission(ASTM D1003),Saybolt index, ASTM D1500 Color code, 8° Gloss,555 Index,carbon(My,dM),Color density CMYK(A,T,E,M), Tint, Color density(part function achieved via software in PC) | |
| 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,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, customized light source(41 light sources in total,part achieved via software in PC) | |
| Displayed Data | Spectrogram/Values, Samples Chromaticity Values, Color Difference Values/Graph, PASS/FAIL Result, Color Offset, Color assessment, haze, liquid chromaticity |
| Measuring Time | 2.0s(Measure SCI & SCE meantime about 4s ) |
| Repeatability | Reflectance chromaticity value:Φ25.4mm/SCI, Standard deviation within ΔE*ab 0.01( Under LED light source, when a white calibration plate is measured 30 times at 5 second intervals after white calibration); |
| spectrum reflectance /transmission:≤0.1% | |
| Inter-instrument Error | Φ25.4mm/SCI, Within ΔE*ab 0.1 (Average for 12 BCRA Series II color tiles) |
| Dimension | L*W*H=440x248x283mm |
| Weight | Approx. 13.5kg |
| Power | AC 24V, 3A Power adapter power supply |
| Illuminant Life Span | 5 years, more than 3 million times measurements |
| Display | 10.5-inch rotatable display pad |
| Data Port | USB & Bluetooth |
| Data Storage | 64G storage, above 100000pcs |
| Language | Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, English,(Optional Customized German,Russian, French ,Spanish ,Japanese, Thai, Korean, Polish, Portuguese) |
| Operating Environment | 0~40℃(32~104°F) |
| Storage Environment | -20~50℃(-4~122°F) |
| Standard Accessory | Power Adapter, User Guide, U Disk(PC Software), USB cable, Standard Calibration Board, Black Calibration Cavity, Transmission black baffle, Sample holder, 25.4 caliber, 15 caliber, 8 caliber, 4 caliber,Transmissive Test Component, cuvette, 10.5-inch screen |
| Optional Accessory | Micro Aperture(4mm) transmission test clamp component, Instrument inversion components,culture dish,Film fixture |
| Notes | Test reports can be printed through a network printer connected to a PC or display pad;The specifications are subject to change without notice. |
FAQs About TS8560 Benchtop Spectrophotometers
When detecting color differences, the first factors to consider when selecting a light source include its stability, directionality, lifespan, and the effectiveness of the ultimately obtained spectral curve. The illuminant of a colorimeter is a fixed bulb, such as a tungsten lamp,LED light or a long-life xenon lamp. However, for the same color sample, the results displayed by the instrument vary under different light sources. This is because different light sources cause different absorption and reflection of light on the sample, leading to differences in how both the human eye and the instrument perceive the color.
In general, the D65 light source is used in the application of coil steel inks for construction. The D65 light source is equivalent to average daylight. Most coil steel inks for construction are used outdoors, and sunlight is regarded as the standard light source in outdoor environments. For household appliance coil steel inks, due to their usage characteristics, they are mostly used indoors. Therefore, the A standard light source is adopted for color measurement of samples based on indoor lighting conditions. The A light source is a carefully specified tungsten light source. Other light sources, such as fluorescent light sources, can be used in many types of applications. For example, some textile factories use fluorescent light sources. Therefore, a reasonable light source should be selected as the mutually recognized measurement method based on actual usage conditions and user requirements. Once agreed upon by both parties, color measurement must be conducted under the same conditions. This helps reduce unnecessary systematic errors and human errors, achieving the optimal consistency in color measurement.
The 3nh high-precision spectrophotometric colorimeter adopts a combined LED light source with long lifespan and low power consumption, which includes UV (ultraviolet) and UV-excluded options. This design can meet the color difference detection needs of different users and supports the selection of multiple light source modes.
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:
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
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
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
d/8°, SCI/SCE, UV adjustable
Interchangeable apertures (Φ4/8mm)
Bluetooth + USB
Best for: General paint store matching, routine QC
Lab formulation / R&D: 3nh YS6060
Portable on-site / paint store: 3nh TS7700
Metallic / pearlescent paint: 3nh MS3008
Entry-level portable: 3nh YS3010
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.
Threenh Technology with excellent after sale service, Generally, Our Spectrophotometer instrument warranty is one years(Additional support period of 3 years). Within the warranty period, we can offer technique support and parts to parts change, necessarily, our engineers may go to your place for better support. Our instrument have professional After-sales Dept, if you have any technical problem or question with our goods welcome to contact us.
Who are we? Threenh Technology: 22-Year Professional Color Measurement Solution Provider
Threenh Technology is a Chinese professional Measurement Instrument manufacturer with 22 years of industry experience, specializing in the field of color measurement and surface gloss detection. Integrating research and development, design, production, marketing, and sales, the company takes technological innovation as its core and is committed to providing global customers with high-precision and intelligent testing instruments as well as professional solutions.
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