3nh YS6060 Desktop Spectrophotometer
| Brand | 3nh |
|---|---|
| Origin | Guangdong, China |
| Manufacturer Type | Direct Manufacturer |
| Product Category | Spectrophotometric Colorimeter |
| Instrument Form Factor | Benchtop |
| Optical Geometry | d/8° integrating sphere (with specular component included) |
| Illuminant | LED-based full-spectrum illumination |
| Spectral Range | 360–780 nm |
| Repeatability (Reflectance) | ≤0.04% std dev (400–700 nm, Φ25.4 mm, SCI mode) |
| Repeatability (Colorimetric Values) | ΔE*ab ≤0.01 (Φ25.4 mm, SCI, after warm-up & calibration, 30 measurements of white tile at 5 s intervals) |
| Repeatability (Transmittance) | ≤0.05% std dev (400–700 nm, Φ25.4 mm, SCI mode) |
| Repeatability (Transmitted Color) | ΔE*ab ≤0.02 (Φ25.4 mm, SCI, same conditions) |
| Measurement Modes | Reflectance (D/8°), Transmittance (D/0°), with UV-included and UV-excluded options |
Overview
The 3nh YS6060 Desktop Spectrophotometer is a high-precision, benchtop-grade spectrophotometric color measurement instrument engineered for laboratory-grade color analysis, specification matching, and inter-instrument color data transfer. Based on grating dispersion optics and a d/8° integrating sphere geometry (with specular component included), the YS6060 employs a stable, long-life LED light source spanning the full visible spectrum (360–780 nm) to deliver consistent spectral acquisition across reflectance and transmittance measurement modes. Its optical architecture complies with CIE No. 15, ISO 7724-1, ASTM E308, and DIN 5033 standards for colorimetric instrumentation. Designed for traceable color quantification in regulated and R&D environments, the YS6060 supports both SCI (Specular Component Included) and SCE (Specular Component Excluded) measurement modes via software configuration—enabling accurate evaluation of textured, glossy, or matte surfaces without mechanical reconfiguration.
Key Features
- Benchtop form factor with integrated 7-inch capacitive TFT touchscreen interface for intuitive local operation, real-time spectral graphing, and on-device pass/fail judgment.
- Dual-path optical design supporting both reflectance (D/8° geometry) and transmittance (D/0° geometry) measurements — including selectable UV component inclusion/exclusion for fluorescence-sensitive materials (e.g., optical brighteners in paper, textiles, or detergents).
- High-stability LED illumination system with thermal management and spectral output monitoring, eliminating lamp aging drift common in xenon or tungsten-halogen sources.
- Grating-based monochromator delivering <1 nm effective bandwidth and calibrated spectral response traceable to NIST-traceable standards.
- Large internal memory (≥20,000 spectra) with timestamped storage, user-defined sample IDs, and batch grouping for audit-ready data capture.
- Robust mechanical construction with temperature-compensated optical path and vibration-damped base—optimized for continuous use in QC laboratories and shared instrumentation facilities.
Sample Compatibility & Compliance
The YS6060 accommodates solid, liquid, and translucent samples via standardized apertures (Φ25.4 mm standard port; optional smaller ports available). It supports opaque solids (plastics, painted panels, ceramics), semi-transparent films (packaging, lenses), and clear liquids (beverages, pharmaceutical solutions) under controlled thickness and cell geometry. All measurement protocols align with ISO 11664 (CIE colorimetry), ISO 13655 (spectral measurement of prints), and ASTM D2244 (color difference calculation). For regulated industries—including medical device packaging, cosmetic formulation, and food contact materials—the instrument supports GLP-compliant workflows through PC software audit trails, electronic signatures, and 21 CFR Part 11–ready data export (CSV, XML, CxF/XRGA).
Software & Data Management
The bundled PC software (ColorExpert v4.x) provides full spectral analysis, multi-instrument comparison, tolerance mapping (ΔE*ab, ΔE00, ΔEcmc), and custom metric definition (e.g., DE2000 for automotive coatings). It enables statistical process control (SPC) charting, trend analysis over time, and automated report generation compliant with ISO/IEC 17025 documentation requirements. Raw spectral data export supports third-party integration with LIMS, MES, and ERP systems via ODBC and RESTful API interfaces. Software validation packages—including IQ/OQ documentation templates—are available upon request for GMP and ISO 9001-certified facilities.
Applications
The YS6060 serves as a reference-grade color verification tool across industries requiring metrological rigor and cross-site reproducibility. In plastics and electronics manufacturing, it validates color consistency of injection-molded housings and PCB solder masks against master standards. In paint and ink formulation, it supports spectral match prediction and metamerism assessment under multiple illuminants (D65, A, F2, etc.). Textile and apparel labs use it for shade sorting, dye lot approval, and compliance with AATCC TM173 and ISO 105-J03. Printing and packaging operations rely on its D/0° transmittance mode for color fidelity assessment of labels, laminates, and barrier films. Academic and national metrology labs deploy the YS6060 for teaching CIE color space fundamentals and validating secondary color standards.
FAQ
Does the YS6060 support inter-instrument agreement (IIA) studies?
Yes—built-in instrument-to-instrument comparison tools and spectral difference reporting enable formal IIA per ASTM E2539, with delta-L*a*b* and spectral residual analysis.
Can the YS6060 measure fluorescent or optically brightened samples?
Yes—UV-included and UV-excluded measurement modes allow differentiation between inherent color and fluorescence contribution, critical for paper, detergents, and textile whites.
Is spectral data export compatible with industry-standard color libraries?
Yes—supports CxF/XRGA, CGATS.17, and QTX formats for seamless import into color management systems such as X-Rite Color iMatch, Datacolor MATCHTEXT, and BASF ChromaTool.
What calibration and verification procedures are recommended?
Daily zero and white calibration using supplied ceramic tiles; annual verification with NIST-traceable reflectance standards (SRM 2011, SRM 2035) is advised for ISO/IEC 17025 compliance.
Is remote firmware update supported?
Yes—firmware updates are delivered via USB or network connection through the ColorExpert software, with version rollback capability and changelog documentation.
