3NH NR145 Precision Colorimeter

3NH NR145 Precision Colorimeter

Product Description

The 3NH NR145 Precision Colorimeter is a high-performance color measurement instrument designed for industries that demand accuracy and reliability. With its 45°/0° optical geometry, this precision colorimeter reduces gloss interference, making it ideal for both glossy and matte surfaces. In addition, the ergonomic design and user-friendly interface allow professionals to perform accurate measurements comfortably, whether in laboratories, production lines, or field inspections. Moreover, the NR145 incorporates advanced LED blue light excitation technology, ensuring precise color readings every time. Therefore, it is the perfect tool for quality control, color matching, and consistency verification in sectors such as coatings, plastics, textiles, printing, and automotive manufacturing.

Features

• Uses 45°/0° illuminating and viewing geometry to minimize gloss effects and improve measurement accuracy

• Large Φ8 mm measuring aperture ensures reliable readings on uneven, textured, or large surfaces

• Dual positioning modes with illuminating locating and cross locating simplify and speed up sample alignment

• Stores up to 100 standard reference colors and 20,000 sample measurements for efficient color data management

• Powered by a rechargeable 3.7V lithium-ion battery, supporting long-term use and fast 8-hour full charging

• Compatible with CQCS3 software for advanced data analysis and quality control

• Supports an optional miniature thermal printer for immediate output of measurement results

• Lightweight at 500 g, making it easy to carry and use in any workspace

Applications

• Coatings and paints for evaluating batch consistency and pigment formulation

• Plastics and polymer manufacturing to ensure color conformity in molded components, sheets, and films

• Textile and apparel industry for maintaining fabric and garment color standards

• Printing and packaging to verify accurate reproduction of brand colors on labels, cartons, and packaging materials

• Automotive parts for consistent interior and exterior surface color matching

• Laboratories and research facilities for R&D, product testing, and teaching color science principles

Specifications

• Illuminating/Viewing Geometry: 45°/0°

• Measuring Aperture: Φ8 mm

• Measurement End-face: Large stable surfaces and small concave-convex surfaces

• Detector: Silicon photoelectric diode

• Locating Method: Illuminating locating / Cross locating

• Color Spaces: CIELabCh*, CIELab*, CIEXYZ

• Color Difference Formulas: △Eab, △Lab, △ECh*

• Light Source: D65 LED blue light excitation

• Inter-instrument Agreement: ≤0.80 ΔE*ab

• Repeatability: ΔE*ab 0.08 (30 white plate measurements)

• Storage: 100 standard references, 20,000 sample measurements

• Weight: 500 g

• Dimensions: 205 × 67 × 80 mm

• Power: Rechargeable lithium-ion 3.7V, 3200mAh

• Lamp Life: 5 years / 1.6 million measurements

• Charging Time: 8 hours full charge

• Optional: CQCS3 software and miniature thermal printer

Conclusion

The 3NH NR145 Precision Colorimeter combines precision, portability, and reliability, making it a must-have instrument for color-critical applications. Furthermore, its large aperture, dual locating system, and long-lasting battery provide efficient and repeatable measurements. Therefore, it helps professionals maintain high color quality standards, optimize workflow, and achieve consistent, trustworthy results across industries such as textiles, plastics, coatings, automotive, and printing.