Portable Spectrophotometric Color Measurement Device

ColorTector Alpha

The color measuring device ColorTector Alpha is an easy-to-use measuring device that measures the color difference between two samples. It uses modern and precise micro-system technology that utilizes the spectral method. A defined light source is used to illuminate the sample or pattern. The light reflected from the surface is measured spectrally. The device can be used for all color measurements (except self-luminous colors) and provides accurate and precise measurement results in the Lab color space: ∆E, ∆L, ∆a, ∆b.

Properties

Extremely precise color measurement through spectral methods
Measurement of color spaces with CIE_Lab color, CIE_Lch
Display of color difference between two samples
Applicable to different smooth surfaces

Color Measurement Device ColorTector Alpha

Standard delivery scope

Colorimeter ColorTector Alpha
Power supply
2x 1.5V AA battery
USB cable with software
User manual
Service case

Downloads

Data Sheet ColorTector Alpha (PDF)

pdf - 5 MB

User Manual ColorTector Alpha (PDF)

pdf - 764 KB

ColorTector Alpha (ZIP)

Software

zip - 1 MB

Specifications

Color Difference Analysis
0 - 0.25 ΔE	Perfect
0.25 - 0.5 ΔE	Acceptable
0.5 - 1.0 ΔE	Acceptable in some areas
1.0 - 2.0 ΔE	Acceptable in some areas
2.0 - 4.0 ΔE	Acceptable in special applications
4.0 ΔE	Not Acceptable
Specifications
Measurement Accuracy	Within 0.2 ΔE*ab
Display	ΔE*ab, CIE_Lab, ΔL, Δa, Δb, CIE_Lch
Test Range	L: 0-100 a: -128—127 b: -128—127
Measurement Time	About 3 seconds
Measurement Interval	2 seconds
Measurement Aperture	Ø 8mm
Measurement Angle	Observer: CIE 10° Standard Observer
Light Source	C Light Source
Sensor	High-precision silicon photodiode
Power Supply	2x 1.5V AA battery or power adapter
Dimensions	171 * 50 * 48.8 mm
Weight	203.6 g (excluding batteries)
Operating Temperature	0-40°C (32-104°F); under 85% relative humidity
Application	Measures any color on a smooth surface

All SaluTron^® gauges correspond to national (DIN) and international (ISO, BS, ASTM) norms and possess the CE-sign.
Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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Areas of application of color measuring gauges

Quality control of dyed goods in the production plant
Color measurement and registration during incoming goods inspection (Quality Management Systems)
Color distance control - Comparison of color programs for color distance
For example, for the clothing, furniture, upholstery, and metal industries as well as the printing and dyeing industry.