PCE-CSM 6 COLORIMETER

What is the PCE-CSM 6 Colorimeter and why choose it

The PCE-CSM 6 colorimeter from PCE Instruments is a handheld, non-stationary measuring device designed for reliable color control in quality assurance. It allows users to check the color status of products and detect chromatic errors early, helping to avoid complaints and financial losses due to color deviations. Thanks to the included evaluation software, measurement data can be transferred to a PC for later or more detailed analysis.

Main features

• Handheld colorimeter for flexible, location-independent measurements.
• Reliable control of product color quality to prevent color-related complaints.
• Self-performed white-black calibration for consistent measurement accuracy.
• Silicon photodiode sensor for precise color detection.
• Blue-light LED as light source with a service life of 5 years (more than 1.6 million measurements).
• Measurement in different color spaces: CIEL*a*b*C*h and CIEL a* b*.
• Large internal memory for 100 standards and 20,000 samples.
• USB interface and evaluation software included for data transfer and analysis on a PC.
• Portable design with only 500 g weight and compact dimensions.
• Rechargeable lithium-ion battery with more than 3,000 measurements per charge.

Technical specifications

• Measurement geometry: 8/d
• Measurement aperture: Ø 8 mm
• Sensor: Silicon photodiode
• Color spaces: CIEL*a*b*C*h; CIEL a* b*
• Color difference formulas: ΔE*ab; ΔL*a*b; ΔE*C*H
• Illuminant: D65
• Light source type: LED with blue stimulating light
• Inter-instrument error between production batches: ≤ 0.40 ΔE*ab
• Memory capacity: 100 standards, 20,000 samples
• Standard deviation: Within ΔE*ab 0.07
• Repeatability: Average of 30 measurements on a standard white plate
• Weight: 500 g
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 205 x 70 x 100 mm
• Power supply: Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, 3.7 V, 3200 mAh
• Lamp life: 5 years (> 1.6 million measurements)
• Charging time: Approx. 2 h (8 h before first use)
• Measurements per battery charge: > 3000
• Operating conditions: -10 to +40 °C, 0 to 85 % relative humidity
• Interface: USB

Scope of delivery

• 1 x PCE-CSM 6 colorimeter
• 1 x Transport case
• 1 x Rechargeable battery
• 1 x White calibration plate
• 1 x Software
• 1 x Instruction manual

Applications and use cases

The PCE-CSM 6 colorimeter is used wherever product color must meet defined quality standards. By monitoring color consistency, it helps identify and correct chromatic errors before products reach the customer. The portable design allows measurements directly at the production site or in quality control laboratories. After measurement, data can be evaluated in detail on a PC using the supplied software.

FAQ

How is the PCE-CSM 6 calibrated?

The colorimeter allows self-performed white-black calibration using the supplied calibration accessories.

Which color spaces can the device measure?

The instrument measures in the CIEL*a*b*C*h and CIEL a* b* color spaces.

What is the memory capacity of the colorimeter?

The internal memory can store 100 standards and 20,000 samples.

Can measurement data be analyzed on a PC?

Yes, the device includes evaluation software and a USB interface for transferring and analyzing data on a PC.

What type of light source does the PCE-CSM 6 use?

It uses a D65 illuminant generated by a blue-light LED with a service life of approximately 5 years or more than 1.6 million measurements.

How many measurements are possible with one battery charge?

The colorimeter can perform more than 3,000 measurements per battery charge.

What are the operating conditions for the device?

The instrument is designed for use at temperatures from -10 to +40 °C and relative humidity from 0 to 85 %.

What is included in the standard delivery?

The delivery includes the PCE-CSM 6 colorimeter, transport case, rechargeable battery, white calibration plate, software and instruction manual.

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