YS3020 Spectrophotometer
The YS-series sphere spectrophotometer with the widest aperture choice (8/4/1×3 mm) — simultaneous SCI/SCE measurement and 9 illuminants for samples of any size.
- d/8° sphere geometry (Φ48 mm) with simultaneous SCI and SCE measurement
- Adjustable measuring aperture Φ8/4/1×3 mm — the widest range in the YS series
- ΔE* ≤ 0.05 repeatability and ΔE* ≤ 0.2 inter-instrument agreement
- USB connectivity, 2,000 standards / 20,000 sample memory, built-in sample-preview camera
The YS3020 is the mid-range sphere spectrophotometer in the YS series, with d/8° geometry (Φ48 mm integrating sphere) and simultaneous SCI/SCE measurement. What sets it apart is the widest adjustable-aperture range in the series — Φ8 mm / Φ4 mm / 1×3 mm — letting you measure samples of very different sizes and shapes accurately, from large surfaces down to small details.
An ergonomic, compact housing, a built-in camera for previewing the measurement point and a 3.5" capacitive touchscreen keep everyday use straightforward. USB connectivity and the bundled PC software cover archiving and exporting results.
Key specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Measurement geometry | d/8° (diffuse illumination, 8° viewing), CIE No. 15 compliant, simultaneous SCI and SCE |
| Integrating sphere | Φ48 mm |
| Measuring aperture | adjustable: Φ8 mm / Φ4 mm / 1×3 mm |
| Wavelength range | 400–700 nm, 10 nm resolution |
| Light source / detector | combined LEDs / CMOS sensor |
| Observer | CIE 2° and 10° |
| Illuminants | D65, A, C, D50, D75, F2, F7, F11 (9 light sources) |
| Colour spaces | CIE L*a*b*, XYZ, Yxy, LCh, CIE LUV, Hunter Lab |
| Colour-difference formulas | ΔE*ab, ΔE*uv, ΔE*94, ΔE*cmc(2:1), ΔE*cmc(1:1), ΔE*00, ΔE(Hunter) |
| Repeatability | ΔE* ≤ 0.05 (MAV/SCI) |
| Inter-instrument agreement | ΔE* ≤ 0.2 (MAV/SCI) |
| Memory | 2,000 standards / 20,000 samples |
| Interface / power | USB / Li-ion battery (up to 5,000 measurements per 8 h charge) |
| Display | 3.5" TFT touchscreen |
| Dimensions / weight | 184 × 77 × 105 mm / 600 g |
Applications
The YS3020 is well suited to production where sample size varies widely — apparel, plastics, printing, furniture and upholstery manufacturing, and construction. Its flexible aperture makes it easy to measure edges, small details and irregular surfaces, which is also useful in pharmaceutical and cosmetic quality control.
For the complete technical specification, see the PDF datasheet. Need help matching an instrument to your application? Request a quote — we will help you choose the right configuration and accessories.