The 3nh PS500 is a portable spectrophotometer specially designed for caulking & gap-filling, focusing on accurate color measurement for daily basic applications. Adopting 3 interchangeable apertures, dual optical path design and self-developed algorithm, it delivers stable and precise color data. Compatible with multi-system software and mobile APP expansion, it is an ideal choice for color quality control in plastics, electronics, paint & coating, textile dyeing, ceramics and other industries.
Multi-size measuring apertures: Equipped with 1×3mm needle tip, 5mm flat, 10mm flat apertures, suitable for small parts, curved surfaces, irregular products and regular flat samples.
High-precision positioning: Adopts high-stability positioning plate to accurately lock the measuring area and improve efficiency in complex applications.
High accuracy & stability: Repeatability ΔEab ≤ 0.03, inter-instrument difference ΔEab ≤ 0.3, ensuring consistent results for repeated measurements. Supports multi-instrument collaboration for batch inspection.
Contact white calibration: Built-in calibration white tile at the bottom; simple and fast calibration keeps the instrument in optimal measuring condition.
Built-in digital color card: Supports quick color matching via mobile APP with complete basic functions.
Smart interaction: 3.5-inch TFT true-color capacitive touch screen with ergonomic inclined design for comfortable long-time operation.
Multi-device connectivity: USB and Bluetooth interfaces; connects to PC, printer and other devices. Compatible with Android, iOS, Windows, WeChat Mini Program and HarmonyOS for fast data transmission, sharing and remote management, facilitating quality control and color data analysis.
Rich measurement parameters: Provides over 40 internationally standard indicators (including hiding power, whiteness, yellowness, etc.) and 30 light source conditions.
Intuitive color data display: Shows spectrum graph/data, sample color values, color difference graph, pass/fail judgment, color simulation and color tendency to meet diverse industry applications.
International standard D/8 + SCI technology: Accurately simulates human visual observation to capture real surface color.
Full-spectrum combined LED light source: Uniform spectrum from 400-700 nm, eliminating measurement errors caused by spectrum missing.
Dual 18-group silicon photodiode array sensor: Ensures efficient and accurate color data processing.
Dual optical path system with self-developed algorithm: Stronger anti-interference performance than single optical path, further improving accuracy and stability.
Nano-integrated optical device: Achieves nano-level spectroscopy for more precise color signal acquisition.
| Product Model | PS500 Spectrophotometer |
| Illumination Geometry | D/8 (diffused illumination, 8° viewing), SCI (specular component included);Conforms to CIE No.15, GB/T 3978, GB 2893, GB/T 18833, ISO 7724-1, ASTM E1164, DIN 5033 Teil7 |
| Features | For color quality control in plastics, electronics, paint & coating, textile dyeing, ceramics and other industries. Portable design, built-in digital color card, color lookup and function expansion via mobile APP. |
| Light Source | Full-spectrum combined LED |
| Integrating Sphere | Φ40mm |
| Spectroscopy | Nano-integrated optical device |
| Sensor | Dual 18-group silicon photodiode array |
| Wavelength Range | 400-700nm |
| Measuring Apertures | 3 apertures: 1×3mm needle tip + 5mm flat + 10mm flat |
| Light-containing method | SCI |
| Color Spaces | CIE LAB,XYZ,Yxy,LCh,CIE LUV,s-RGB,HunterLab,βxy,DIN Lab99 |
| Color Difference Formulas | ΔE*ab,ΔE*uv,ΔE*94,ΔE*cmc(2:1),ΔE*cmc(1:1),ΔE*00,DINΔE99,ΔE(Hunter) |
| Other Indices | Spectral reflectance, WI (ASTM E313, CIE/ISO, AATCC, Hunter, Taube, Berger, Stensby), YI (ASTM D1925, ASTM E313), Metamerism Index MI, staining fastness, color change fastness, strength, hiding power, 555 color classification, Munsell (C/2), blackness (My, dM), CMYK color density, Tint |
| Observer Angle | 2°/10° |
| Illuminants | D65,A,B,C,D50,D55,D75,F1,F2(CWF),F3,F4,F5,F6,F7(DLF),F8,F9,F10(TPL5),F11(TL84),F12(TL83/U30),U35,NBF,ID50,ID65,LED-B1,LED-B2,LED-B3,LED-B4,LED-B5,LED-BH1,LED-RGB1,LED-V1,LED-V2 |
| Display | Spectrum graph/data, sample color values, color difference graph, pass/fail result, color simulation, color tendency |
| Measuring Time | Approx. 1 s |
| Repeatability | Chromaticity value: MAV/SCI, standard deviation value ΔE*ab within 0.03 (after preheating and correction, measure the white board 30 times at intervals of 5 seconds and take the average value). Spectral reflectance: MAV/SCI, standard deviation within 0.1% (400-700nm: within 0.2%) |
| Inter-Instrument Difference | MAV/SCI, ΔE*ab ≤ 0.3 (average of 12 BCRA Series II tiles) |
| Display | 0.01 |
| Reflectance Range | 0-200% |
| Reflectance Resolution | 0.01% |
| Measurement Mode | Single measurement, average measurement (2-99 times) |
| Positioning | Stable plate positioning |
| White Calibration | Contact white calibration |
| Dimensions | 120*75*207mm |
| Weight | 367g (excluding calibration base) |
| Battery | Li-ion battery, 3.7V, 3200mAh, up to 8000 measurements in 8 hours |
| Light Source Life | Over 1,200,000 measurements within 10 years |
| Display | 3.5-inch TFT true-color capacitive touch screen |
| Interfaces | USB,Bluetooth |
| Data Storage | 200 standards, 10000 samples; unlimited storage via APP/PC |
| Software Support | Android, iOS, Windows, WeChat Mini Program, HarmonyOS |
| Languages | Simplified Chinese, English, Traditional Chinese |
| Operating Environment | 0-40°C, 0-85%RH (non-condensing), altitude < 2000m |
| Storage Environment | -20-50°C, 0-85%RH (non-condensing) |
| Accuracy | Meets legal metrology certification |
| Standard Accessories | Power adapter, data cable, user manual, quality management software (official website download), white calibration box, protective cover, wrist strap, measuring apertures |
| Optional Accessories | Mini printer, powder test kit |
| Note | Specifications subject to change without prior notice |
1. When I received NH310/NH300 colorimeter and perform measurement, why the measured data is abnormal?
After receiving NH310/NH300, you have to perform white and black calibration manually when first starting.
2. In which condition, manual white and black calibration and auto calibration are required for NH310?
a. It’s needed to perform manual calibration for NH310 when first starting.
b. In the subsequent starting, NH310 will perform auto calibration at startup. No need to perform manual calibration.
c. Suggestion: it’s best to perform manual calibration once a week or when NH310 measured data is not accurate.
3. In which condition, manual white and black calibration for NH300 is required?
a. It’s needed to perform manual calibration for NH300 when first starting.
b. In the subsequent starting, no need to perform manual calibration.
c. Suggestion: it’s best to perform manual calibration once a week or when NH300 measured data is not accurate.
4. How to replace NH310 measuring aperture?
There are three measuring apertures for NH310: Φ8mm (standard accessory), Φ4mm (standard accessory), extended Φ8mm (optional accessory)
a. Turning on
b. Removing measuring aperture, install the needed measuring aperture.
c. Select “Settings-Aperture Setting” in main menu to select corresponding measuring aperture.
d. After selecting aperture, the instrument will display “White and Black Calibration” interface. White and black calibration must be performed.
e. Replace completed.
5. CQCS3 (Color Quality Control System) Installation
a. Before installation, please Copy CQCS3 folder to your computer and don’t remove any files in CQCS3 folder.
b. Double-click the setup.exe to install CQCS3 software.
c. Then double-click Install.bat under the CQCS3\USB_Driver file to install the driver.
d. Detailed installation information please read the "Installing Software" under CQCS3 User manual.doc.
6. How to check communication port?
a. Connect colorimeter to the PC with USB cable.
b. Turn on the colorimeter to enter main menu. Select “Comm” and press “Enter” key to start communication.
c. Right click on “My Computer” on the desktop. Click “Manage” -> “Device Manager” -> “Ports”, you can see similar display as “SCI USB2Serial (COM6)”.
d. Click “Settings->Communication Parameters” in CQCS3 software interface. Select the corresponding port in “Serial Port”.
7. After completing CQCS3 installation, how to solve the problem if it display “! USB Device” or “! SCI USB2Serial (COM6)” when checking the communication port?
a. Right click “! USB Device” or “! SCI USB2Serial (COM6)”, “Update Driver” -> “Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)” -> “Next” ->“Include this location in the search” -> “Browse”, specify USB driver file path “CQCS3\USB_Driver”, click “Next”. Then it will install successfully.
b.Detailed installation information please refers to “2.2 Installing USB Driver” in Color Quality Management System User Manual.doc.
8. Notes for First Using CQCS3 Software
a. Users must specify Standard File Name, Sample File Name and Sample Database File Name when first use.
b.Standard File is use to store standard measurement data. Sample File is used to store sample measurement data. Sample Database File is used to store the measured data exported from sample records.
9. How to solve the problem when “Connection Timeout” occurred?
a. When the colorimeter is disconnected to the PC, “Connection Timeout” will occur. At the moment, you have to check whether the USB cable is well connected the colorimeter and the PC. Then you can re-plug the USB to try out.
b. After ensuring the colorimeter is connected to the PC with USB cable, turn on the colorimeter and enter the main menu. Select “Comm” and press “Enter” key to start communication.
c. Turn off CQCS3 software, and reopen it.
10. How to solve the problem when the interface display "USB Disconnect"
a. Check whether the USB cable is connected. If not, please connect it. Check whether the connection is effective. You can re-plug the USB cable to test.
b. If the USB cable is connected well but the interface still displays "USB Disconnect", please re-start the colorimeter and enter "Menu" -"Comm"to start the communication.
c. Change the USB cable or change the USB port in you PC.
11. How to solve the problem when the colorimeter cannot be turned on in the condition of battery-powered?
a. If this phenomenon occurred, it means the battery power is not enough. You need to charge the battery.
b. When charge the battery, please insert the battery to the instrument, and plug in the adapter to charge the battery. After 5 minutes, the instrument can be turned on.
c. If the instrument still cannot be turned on after charging 5 minutes, you can pull out the adapter and re-plug in to check it. Or repeat this operation.
d. If the instrument still cannot be turned on after charging 5 minutes, you can turn off the colorimeter and turn on it again to check it. Or repeat this operation.
e. If you have tried all the methods above but the colorimeter still cannot be turned on, please change the battery.
