Unrivaled Precision for Laboratory-Grade Color Analysis
Elevate Color Quality with Stable Xenon Illumination & Benchtop Performance. YS6080 Color Spectrophotometer is a high-tech device analyzing light’s spectral composition to measure color accurately. Using diffraction gratings or prisms, it splits light into wavelengths, enabling precise quantification of color parameters like hue, saturation, and brightness.
Key Highlights
360nm-780nm Xenon Lamp, 400nm/420nm/460nm cut-off Xenon Lamp
High accuracy: Repeatability up to ΔE*ab 0.12
Inter - instrument Error Control (ΔE * AB≤0.12)
7" TFT Capacitive Screen-touch Display
Data Storage: Standard 4000 Pcs, Sample 50000 Pcs
Ideal for color analysis within R&D and laboratory environments
YS6080 is a benchtop grating spectrophotometer which is developed by 3nh independently with independent intellectual property. YS6080 has many features, like 7 inches TFT capacitive touch screen display, full illuminants, reflective d/8 and transmissive d/0 geometry (including or excluding UV). With very stable and precise color measurement, large storage and powerful PC software all makes YS6080 ideal for color analysis within R&D and laboratory environments.

Accurate color reproduction is critical across a wide range of industries. Whether in textile manufacturing, food packaging, cosmetics production or technical plastics, precise and repeatable color measurement results are indispensable for quality assurance, brand color consistency and compliance with international standards.
Our instruments empower your quality teams to achieve the following capabilities:
Objective color analysis based on multiple color spaces including CIE Lab*, RGB, HEX and ΔE (Delta E)
Objective color analysis based on multiple color spaces including CIE Lab*, RGB, HEX and ΔE (Delta E)
Reliable evaluation of color values for diverse surfaces and material types
Digitized color control covering incoming material inspection, in-line production monitoring and finished goods final testing
Laboratory-grade color measurement that delivers internationally standardized, traceable test results
Portable colorimeters for on-site mobile measurement, powered by rechargeable batteries
Seamless integration with dedicated software solutions for automatic data transmission, record archiving and batch report generation
1, High configuration of hardware: 7 inches TFT Color Capacitive Touch-screen Display; Bluetooth 2.1; Concave Grating.
2, Double Array 256 Image Element CMOS Sensor; Long life-span stable xenon lamp.
3, With reflective and transmissive spectrum, accurate Lab value, good to calculate color formula and do precise color transmission.
4, Auto identify measuring aperture. Freely switchable between 3 measuring apertures: Φ 25.4mm/8mm/4mm. Users also can customize apertures.
5, Built-in temperature sensor to monitor and compensate the measuring temperature to ensure the measurement more precision.
6, Wavelength range 360nm – 780nm. Built-in 400nm/420nm/460nm cut off Xenon lamp, more professional in UV measurement.
7, Independent light source detector, continuously monitor the condition of light sources to ensure the light source reliable.
8, Multiple measurement modes: Quality Management Mode, Sample Mode; Meet more users’ requirement.
9,A variety of optional accessories: Reflection sample holding tool, transmission fixture, micro 4mm aperture transmission test components, instrument inversion test components, applicable to more working conditions.
10, Big capacity data storage, for 20000 pieces test result.
11, Built-in camera locating.
12, More powerful extended functions at the PC software.
YS6080 Application Industry
YS6080 benchtop spectrophotometer is used to do precise color analysis and transmission in laboratories. It can be widely applied in different industries, such as plastics, electronics, paint and ink, printing, garments, leather, paper, auto, medical, cosmetics, food, science institutes, laboratories.
Meet more needs for customers
The instrument is equipped with a variety of optional accessories: Micro printer, instrument inverted test fixture, petri dish, Meet customer multi-sample measurement.

It can be used to test liquid reagents, sauces (such as ketchup, paint), powders (such as coffee), color masterbatches, etc.

Microhole (4mm) transmission test fixture assembly, Make sure the petri dish is fixed for measurement.

Easy film sample measurement.

Meet more sample measurement needs; Measurement is more convenient and flexible.
Here at Threenh, we know our clients are looking for color measurement equipment that performs consistently and makes good business sense. Our focus is on supplying cost-effective and innovative solutions that help improve color quality and productivity.
Our lineup of colorimeters, from the versatile NH310 colorimeter to the high-performance TS8560 spectrophotometer, is put together to give you the kind of accurate, repeatable readings that are essential in the printing, textile dyes and Pharmaceuticals business and other demanding industries.
If you are looking to improve the accuracy and efficiency of your color quality control, contact Threenh today. Let's discuss our range of innovative and cost-effective color management solutions and find the right fit for your operation.
| Model | YS6080(Pulsed xenon lamp) |
| Optical Geometry | Reflect: di:8°, de:8°(diffused illumination, 8-degree viewing angle); SCI (specular component included)/SCE (specular component excluded);Include UV / excluded UV light source; Transmittance: di:0°, de:0° (diffuse illumination: 0° viewing); SCI (specular component included)/SCE (specular component excluded);Include UV / excluded UV light source; Haze(ASTM D1003); Conforms to CIE No.15,GB/T 3978,GB 2893,GB/T 18833, ISO7724/1, ASTM E1164, DIN5033 Teil7 |
| Integrating Sphere Size | Φ 154mm |
| Light Source Device | 360nm-780nm Xenon Lamp, 400nm cut-off Xenon Lamp,420nm cut-off Xenon Lamp,460nm cut-off Xenon Lamp |
| Spectrophotometric Mode | Concave Grating |
| Sensor | 256 Image Element Double Array CMOS Image Sensor |
| Wavelength Range | 360-780nm |
| Wavelength Pitch | 10nm |
| Semiband Width | 5nm |
| Reflectance Range | 0~200% |
| Measuring Aperture | Reflective : Φ30mm/Φ25.4mm, Φ18mm/Φ15mm, Φ10mm/Φ8mm, Φ6mm/Φ4mm; Transmissive : Φ30mm/Φ25mm;Remark: 1. Automatic identification of switch caliber 2. Customized Configuration caliber and lens position |
| Specular Component | Reflectance: SCI&SCE Transmittance: SCI&SCE |
| Color Space | CIE Lab, XYZ, Yxy, LCh, CIE LUV, Hunter LAB, Munsell, s-RGB, HunterLab, DIN, βxy |
| Color Difference Formula | ΔE*ab, ΔE*uv, ΔE*94, ΔE*cmc(2:1), ΔE*cmc(1:1), ΔE*00v, ΔE(Hunter), DIN ΔE99 |
| Colorimetric Index | WI (ASTM E313, CIE/ISO, AATCC, Hunter), YI (ASTM D1925, ASTM 313), APHA/Hazen/Pt-Co, Saybolt MI (Metamerism Index), Staining Fastness, Color Fastness, Color Strength, Opacity, Gardner Index, 555 Index, Haze(ASTM D1003) |
| Observer Angle | 2° & 10° |
| Illuminants | D65,A,C,D50,D55,D75, F1,F2,F3,F4,F5,F6, F7,F8,F9,F10,F11,F12, CWF,DLF,TL83,TL84,TPL5,U30 |
| Displayed Data | Spectrogram/Values, Chromaticity Values, Color Difference Values/Graph, Pass/Fail Result, Color Offset |
| Measuring Time | About 2.4s (Measure SCI & SCE about 5s) |
| Repeatability | Spectral reflectance: Φ25.4mm/SCI, Standard deviation within 0.06% (400 nm to 700 nm: within 0.05%) Chromaticity value: Φ25.4mm/SCI, Standard deviation within ΔE*ab 0.012 (When a white calibration plate is measured 30 times at 5 second intervals after white calibration) Spectral Transmittance: Φ25.4mm/SCI, Standard deviation within 0.06% (400 nm to 700 nm: within 0.06%) Chromaticity value: Φ25.4mm/SCI, Standard deviation within ΔE*ab 0.015 (When a white calibration plate is measured 30 times at 5 second intervals after white calibration) |
| Inter-instrument Error | Φ25.4mm/SCI, Within ΔE*ab 0.12 (Average for 12 BCRA Series II color tiles) |
| Size | 370×300×200mm |
| Weight | About 9.6kg |
| Power Supply | DC 24V, 3A Power Adapter |
| Light Source Device Life | 5 years, more than 3 million times measurements. |
| Display | 7" TFT Capacitive Screen-touch Display |
| Data Port | USB & Bluetooth & Print serial port |
| Data Storage | Standard 5000 Pcs, Sample 40000 Pcs |
| Language | Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, English, (Optional Customized German, French and Spanish) |
| Working Environment | Temperature: 0~40℃; Humidity: 0~85% (No Condensation) |
| Storage Environment | Temperature: -20~50℃; Humidity: 0~85% (No Condensation) |
| Standard Accessory | Power Adapter, User Guide, CD 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 |
| Optional Accessory | Micro-printer, Micro Aperture(4mm) transmission test clamp component, Instrument inversion components, culture dish |
| Notes: The specifications are subject to change without notice. | |
FAQs About Benchtop Spectrophotometers
Many people might answer "with the human eye", but this is actually not comprehensive. The human eye cannot accurately distinguish the colors of similar objects. Furthermore, everyone's perception of color varies. Therefore, people have developed color measurement tools based on the CIE color system.
Currently, there are two main types of commonly used colorimeters, as follows:
Colorimeter - It is an ideal choice for quality control (QC) on production lines, used to detect color differences.
Spectrophotometer - It is suitable for the development of color characteristics and color analysis in laboratories.
The color of chemical products is measured by using a colorimeter or spectrophotometer. The instruments measure the amount of light that gets absorbed or reflected by a substance. It may be used to determine concentration, purity, or compliance with product standards.
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.
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.
SCI&SCE are two method in the color measurement. SCI means Specular Component Include,SCE means Specular Component Exclude.
Under the method of SCE, only test diffuse refection and exclude specular reflection. In that way, the test result is similar to object color was observed by human eyes.
Under the method SCI, both the diffuse refection and specular reflection will be included. In that way, the value about the color is more objective. It will not effect by the environment condition.
When we choose the instrument, those elements should be taking into consideration.
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