ColorLite sph870 – ColorLite

ColorLite sph870 portable spectrophotometer

The ColorLite sph870 is a user-friendly, portable spectrophotometer with 45°/0° geometry. Because of the wide range of accessories it can be used on many different surfaces and materials, from small solid parts to liquids, powders, granules, foods and cables.

45°/0° and d/8° with the same device

The standard geometry of the sph870 is 45°/0° according to DIN 5033. With the MA35 probe head adapter it can also measure in d/8° geometry, which makes it a combi device with both standard geometries. The small and flexible external probe head is well suited for measuring small and curved parts.

Fast spectral measurement

The high resolution technology performs a spectral scan in 3.5 nm steps in just 0.5 seconds across the range from 400 to 700 nm. Repeatability is below 0.05 ΔE CIELab, and the white and blue LED light source has a lifespan of more than 20 years.

Easy to use without special training

The intuitive user interface allows staff without special training to carry out fast and accurate measurements. Results are shown on a TFT colour display, and the instrument has memory space for 1000 standards.

Applications

Typical uses are colour measurement and registration of incoming and outgoing goods according to DIN EN ISO 9000, objective colour quality control in production and colour difference measurement against reference colours stored on the device.

Technical Specifications

Technical data ColorLite sph870
Measurement geometry45°/0° (measuring area 3.5 mm) or d/8° version according to DIN 5033
Optional geometryd/8° with MA35 probe head adapter
IlluminantsD65, D55, D50, A, C, F11
Standard observer2° and 10°
Colour scalesXYZ, Yxy, ΔE CIE L*a*b*, L*u*v*, L*C*h, Hunter Lab
Spectral range400 nm to 700 nm
Spectral resolutionHolographic grating spectrometer, FWHM @500 nm < 10 nm, scanning in 3.5 nm steps
Scanning time0.5 seconds
DisplayTFT colour display
Repeatability< 0.05 ΔE CIELab
Light sourceWhite and blue LEDs, lifespan > 20 years
Standard memory1000 standards
Ambient temperature15 °C to 45 °C
Relative humidityMax. 85%, non-condensing
Scope of deliveryCertified PTB white standard, aluminium case with foam padding, USB interface cable, temperature controlled battery charger, user manual

FAQ - ColorLite sph870 – ColorLite

Which measuring geometry does the ColorLite sph870 use?

The sph870 measures with 45°/0° geometry according to DIN 5033 and is also available in a d/8° version. With the MA35 probe head adapter the same instrument can measure in both 45°/0° and d/8° geometry.

Which materials can the sph870 measure?

The small external probe head is well suited for small and curved parts. With the accessories the sph870 can also be used for liquids, powders, granules, foods and cables.

How fast and repeatable are the measurements?

A spectral scan in 3.5 nm steps takes 0.5 seconds, and the repeatability is below 0.05 ΔE CIELab.

Does the operator need special training?

No. The intuitive user interface is designed so that staff without special training can make fast and accurate measurements.

What is included in the delivery of the sph870?

The delivery includes a certified PTB white standard, an aluminium case with foam padding, a USB interface cable, a temperature controlled battery charger and a user manual.

Who manufactures the ColorLite sph870?

The sph870 is developed and manufactured by ColorLite GmbH.

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