CR Series Mini ColorReader
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The 3NH CR Mini ColorReader Series is a compact yet powerful solution for precise color measurement in a variety of industries.
Designed to deliver reliable results in a portable package, these mini colorimeters are ideal for professionals who require on-the-go color analysis without compromising on accuracy. With a range of models tailored to different applications, the CR Mini Colorimeter Series offers versatility and convenience for industries such as textiles, cosmetics, food and more.
The Mini ColorReader is small and portable, and can identify and search color cards via the iOS or Android smartphone app. Users can use it to capture color inspiration anytime and anywhere. It can be widely applied in different industries such as plastics, electronics, paint and ink, printing, garments, leather, paper, auto, medical, cosmetics, food and more for color difference management.
Note: This item ships direct from the manufacturer. Please allow an additional 3-5 business days for order processing and shipment on all 3nh instruments.
| Model # | Color Spaces | Accuracy | Repeatability |
| CR1 Basic Edition | CIE LAB, LCh | 0.1 | ΔE*ab within 0.1 |
| CR2 Advanced Edition | CIE LAB, XYZ, Yxy, LCh, CIE LUV, s-RGB, HunterLab, βxy, DIN Lab99 | 0.01 | ΔE*ab within 0.08 |
| CR3 Professional Edition | CIE LAB, XYZ, Yxy, LCh, CIE LUV, s-RGB, HunterLab, βxy, DIN Lab99 | 0.01 |
ΔE*ab within 0.05 |
Key Features:
Compact and Portable
The CR Mini ColorReader Series is designed for portability, making it easy to carry and use in various environments. Its compact size allows for effortless on-site color measurements, whether you're in a manufacturing facility, a design studio, or out in the field.
User-Friendly Operation
Featuring an intuitive interface and simple operation, these colorimeters are suitable for users of all skill levels. The easy-to-navigate menu and straightforward controls ensure that professionals can perform color measurements efficiently without the need for extensive training.
Wide Range of Applications
With models tailored to specific industries and color measurement needs, the CR Mini ColorReader Series caters to a diverse range of applications. Whether it's ensuring color consistency in textiles, cosmetics, or food products, these colorimeters deliver accurate and reliable results across various materials and surfaces.
Quick and Accurate Results
Equipped with advanced color measurement technology, the CR Mini ColorReader Series provides rapid and precise results. Professionals can confidently make color-critical decisions on the spot, streamlining workflows and enhancing productivity in fast-paced environments. The 3NH CR Mini ColorReader Series redefines versatility in color measurement, offering a portable and user-friendly solution for professionals across industries. Whether you're conducting quality control checks on production lines, performing color matching in design processes, or ensuring consistent color in finished products, these colorimeters deliver exceptional performance in a compact package. Elevate your color measurement capabilities with the convenience and accuracy of the 3NH CR Mini ColorReader Series – where precision meets portability.
Instant and Precise Color Measurement
Repeatability less than 0.05, display accuracy 0.01, one light press can bring you precise color measurement.
Non-contact Auto Calibration
The use of professional non-contact automatic black and white board calibration technology to avoid direct transmission of dirt during the measurement process to the whiteboard, completely solves the problem of separation between the whiteboard and the dust cover required internationally, and ensures the zero position of the whiteboard "this starting line" The long-term accuracy of "makes you more at ease and worry-free when using it."
Multifunctional “Smart Button”
The built-in "smart button" can independently complete the measurement function setting or test data review. It does not need to connect a mobile phone and a computer. A single machine can realize all the functions of the color difference meter; and at the same time, it can be connected to the mobile phone app or computer software, taking into account the various functions of the color difference measurement and color management.
Professional integrating sphere dual optical path design
Professional advanced integrating sphere coating, dual optical path sensor and full-spectrum light source ensure the stability and accuracy of the measurement results.
Lightweight and Portable
Easily put it in your pocket for carry it with you, worry-free measurement.
Rechargeable Lithium Battery
Type-c interface, can do tests continuously for 12,000 times in a single full charge.
Professional Quality
Using industrial-grade real-time processing MCU, Bluetooth interface 5.0 transmission is more stable and reliable.
Diversified Data Display Modes
The ColorReader with app can directly display the sample color value, color difference value, pass/fail result, color simulation, color deviation, reflectance and other data, which is convenient for viewing and greatly improves the user's work efficiency.
Massive Color Card Database
Smartphone app for Android or iOS synchronizes to an our massive color card database, which can quickly check, analyze and compare color data. Use the app to build your private color database in the cloud, without having to carry heavy color cards. you can use Mini ColorReader to find the closest color among multiple color cards anytime and anywhere.
Specifications
| Product Name & Model | CR1（Basic Edition） | CR2（Professional Edition） ColorReader | CR3（Advanced Edition） ColorReader |
| Geometry | D/8（Diffuse illuminance, 8°reception, SCI）, Conforms to standards CIE No.15，GB/T 3978. | D/8（Diffuse illuminance, 8°reception, SCI）, Conforms to standards CIE No.15，GB/T 3978. | D/8（Diffuse illuminance, 8°reception, SCI）, Conforms to standards CIE No.15，GB/T 3978. |
| Features | Used for color difference quality control in plastic electronics, paint and coating, textile and garment printing and dyeing, ceramics and other industries; | Used for color difference quality control in plastic electronics, paint and coating, textile and garment printing and dyeing, ceramics and other industries; | Used for color difference quality control in plastic electronics, paint and coating, textile and garment printing and dyeing, ceramics and other industries; |
| Small size, easy to carry, search for the color cards through smartphone APP | Small size, easy to carry, search for the color cards and multifunction expanded through smartphone APP | Small size, easy to carry, search for the color cards and multifunction expanded through smartphone APP | |
| Integrating sphere size | Φ20mm | Φ20mm | Φ20mm |
| Illuminant | Full spectrum LED light source | Full spectrum LED light source | Full spectrum LED light source |
| Spectro device | Filter spectro | Filter spectro | Filter spectro |
| Sensor | CMOS Dual light path sensor | CMOS Dual light path sensor | CMOS Dual light path sensor |
| Wavelength Range | 400～700nm | 400～700nm | 400～700nm |
| Measuring Aperture | Φ8mm | Φ8mm | Φ8mm |
| SCI/SCE | SCI | SCI | SCI |
| Color Spaces | CIE LAB, LCh | CIE LAB, XYZ, Yxy, LCh, CIE LUV, s-RGB,HunterLab,βxy, DIN Lab99 | CIE LAB, XYZ, Yxy, LCh, CIE LUV, s-RGB,HunterLab,βxy, DIN Lab99 |
| Color Difference Formula | ΔE*ab | ΔE*ab,ΔE*uv,ΔE*94,ΔE*cmc(2:1),ΔE*cmc(1:1),ΔE*00, DINΔE99,ΔE(Hunter) | ΔE*ab,ΔE*uv,ΔE*94,ΔE*cmc(2:1),ΔE*cmc(1:1),ΔE*00, DINΔE99,ΔE(Hunter) |
| Other Color Index | / | WI(ASTM E313，CIE/ISO, AATCC, Hunter)， | WI(ASTM E313，CIE/ISO, AATCC, Hunter), |
| YI(ASTM D1925，ASTM 313), | YI(ASTM D1925，ASTM 313), | ||
| Metamerism Index Mt, Color fastness, color strength, and Opacity, 555 color classification, Munsell(C/2) (implemented by mobile APP) | Metamerism Index Mt, Color fastness, color strength, and Opacity, 555 color classification, Munsell(C/2) (implemented by mobile APP) | ||
| Display Accuracy | 0.1 | 0.01 | 0.01 |
| Observer Angle | 10° | 2/10° | 2/10° |
| Light source | D65 | D65,A,C,D50,D55,D75,F1,F2(CWF),F3,F4,F5,F6,F7(DLF),F8,F9,F10(TPL5),F11(TL84),F12(TL83/U30) | D65,A,C,D50,D55,D75,F1,F2(CWF),F3,F4,F5,F6,F7(DLF),F8,F9,F10(TPL5),F11(TL84),F12(TL83/U30) |
| Display | Sample chromaticity value, color difference value, pass/fail result, color simulation, color deviation, reflectance (partly through mobile APP) | Sample chromaticity value, color difference value, pass/fail result, color simulation, color deviation, reflectance (partly through mobile APP) | Sample chromaticity value, color difference value, pass/fail result, color simulation, color deviation, reflectance (partly through mobile APP) |
| Measuring Time | 1.0s | 1.0s | 1.0s |
| Repeatability | Color：ΔE*ab within 0.1（After warm-up calibration, the average value of measuring the whiteboard 30 times at an interval of 5s） | Color：ΔE*ab within 0.08（After warm-up calibration, the average value of measuring the whiteboard 30 times at an interval of 5s） | Color：ΔE*ab within 0.05（After warm-up calibration, the average value of measuring the whiteboard 30 times at an interval of 5s） |
| Metrology requirements | Non | Pass National Metrology | Pass National Metrology |
| Measurement Mode | Single measurement，Average measurement（2~99times）（Implemented through smartphone App） | Single measurement，Average measurement（2~99times）（Implemented through smartphone App） | Single measurement，Average measurement（2~99times）（Implemented through smartphone App） |
| Dimension | Ø30X100mm | Ø30X100mm | Ø30X100mm |
| Weight | 88g | 88g | 88g |
| Battery | Lithium battery, can do tests continuously for 12000 times in a single full charge | Lithium battery, can do tests continuously for 12000 times in a single full charge | Lithium battery, can do tests continuously for 12000 times in a single full charge |
| Light source lifespan | 5years more than 3 million times measurements | 5-years more than 3 million times measurements | 5-years more than 3 million times measurements |
| Display screen | IPS full color screen, 1.14 inch | IPS full color screen, 1.14 inch | IPS full color screen, 1.14 inch |
| Interface | Type C USB（just for recharge）; Bluetooth 5.0 | Type-C USB; Bluetooth 5.0; Buttons | Type-C USB; Bluetooth 5.0; Buttons |
| Data storage | Mass storage can be expanded through mobile APP | Standards: 10pcs, Samples: 100pcs. Mass storage can be expanded through mobile APP | Standards: 10pcs, Samples: 100pcs. Mass storage can be expanded through mobile APP |
| Data review | The instrument has no measurement data review function | The instrument has its own measurement data review function | The instrument has its own measurement data review function |
| White calibration | Non-contact automatic calibration | Non-contact automatic calibration | Non-contact automatic calibration |
| Settings | Instrument can set parameters | Instrument can set parameters | Instrument can set parameters |
| Language | Chinese，English | Chinese，English | Chinese，English |
| Working Temperature range | 0~40℃，0~85%RH（No condensation），Altitude：lower than 2000m | 0~40℃，0~85%RH（No condensation），Altitude：lower than 2000m | 0~40℃，0~85%RH（No condensation），Altitude：lower than 2000m |
| Storage Temperature Range | -20~50℃，0~85%RH（No condensation） | -20~50℃，0~85%RH（No condensation） | -20~50℃，0~85%RH（No condensation） |
| Standard Accessories | Data cable, manual, calibration box, SQCX PC Color quality management software, MOBCCS APP (download from official website) | Data cable, manual, calibration box, SQCX PC Color quality management software, MOBCCS APP (download from official website) | Data cable, manual, calibration box, SQCX PC Color quality management software, MOBCCS APP (download from official website) |
| Optional Accessories | USB mini printer, powder test box | USB mini printer, powder test box | USB mini printer, powder test box |
| Note： | Technical parameters are for reference only, subject to actual instruments. | Technical parameters are for reference only, subject to actual instruments. | Technical parameters are for reference only, subject to actual instruments.
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Knowledge Base
Sper Knowledge Base > Color Management
- Navigating the Spectrum: A Guide to Choosing the Right Spectrophotometer for Your Needs
- Colorimeters vs. Spectrophotometers: Which is the Best Tool for Measuring Color Consistency?
- The Importance of Color Measurement in Quality Control
- Selecting the Perfect Aperture
- What's The Difference Between a Colorimeter and Spectrocolorimeter?
-
What's a Gloss Meter and How is it Used in Quality Control?
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Product Information
Product Information
The 3NH CR Mini ColorReader Series is a compact yet powerful solution for precise color measurement in a variety of industries.
Designed to deliver reliable results in a portable package, these mini colorimeters are ideal for professionals who require on-the-go color analysis without compromising on accuracy. With a range of models tailored to different applications, the CR Mini Colorimeter Series offers versatility and convenience for industries such as textiles, cosmetics, food and more.
The Mini ColorReader is small and portable, and can identify and search color cards via the iOS or Android smartphone app. Users can use it to capture color inspiration anytime and anywhere. It can be widely applied in different industries such as plastics, electronics, paint and ink, printing, garments, leather, paper, auto, medical, cosmetics, food and more for color difference management.
Note: This item ships direct from the manufacturer. Please allow an additional 3-5 business days for order processing and shipment on all 3nh instruments.
| Model # | Color Spaces | Accuracy | Repeatability |
| CR1 Basic Edition | CIE LAB, LCh | 0.1 | ΔE*ab within 0.1 |
| CR2 Advanced Edition | CIE LAB, XYZ, Yxy, LCh, CIE LUV, s-RGB, HunterLab, βxy, DIN Lab99 | 0.01 | ΔE*ab within 0.08 |
| CR3 Professional Edition | CIE LAB, XYZ, Yxy, LCh, CIE LUV, s-RGB, HunterLab, βxy, DIN Lab99 | 0.01 |
ΔE*ab within 0.05 |
Key Features:
Compact and Portable
The CR Mini ColorReader Series is designed for portability, making it easy to carry and use in various environments. Its compact size allows for effortless on-site color measurements, whether you're in a manufacturing facility, a design studio, or out in the field.
User-Friendly Operation
Featuring an intuitive interface and simple operation, these colorimeters are suitable for users of all skill levels. The easy-to-navigate menu and straightforward controls ensure that professionals can perform color measurements efficiently without the need for extensive training.
Wide Range of Applications
With models tailored to specific industries and color measurement needs, the CR Mini ColorReader Series caters to a diverse range of applications. Whether it's ensuring color consistency in textiles, cosmetics, or food products, these colorimeters deliver accurate and reliable results across various materials and surfaces.
Quick and Accurate Results
Equipped with advanced color measurement technology, the CR Mini ColorReader Series provides rapid and precise results. Professionals can confidently make color-critical decisions on the spot, streamlining workflows and enhancing productivity in fast-paced environments. The 3NH CR Mini ColorReader Series redefines versatility in color measurement, offering a portable and user-friendly solution for professionals across industries. Whether you're conducting quality control checks on production lines, performing color matching in design processes, or ensuring consistent color in finished products, these colorimeters deliver exceptional performance in a compact package. Elevate your color measurement capabilities with the convenience and accuracy of the 3NH CR Mini ColorReader Series – where precision meets portability.
Instant and Precise Color Measurement
Repeatability less than 0.05, display accuracy 0.01, one light press can bring you precise color measurement.
Non-contact Auto Calibration
The use of professional non-contact automatic black and white board calibration technology to avoid direct transmission of dirt during the measurement process to the whiteboard, completely solves the problem of separation between the whiteboard and the dust cover required internationally, and ensures the zero position of the whiteboard "this starting line" The long-term accuracy of "makes you more at ease and worry-free when using it."
Multifunctional “Smart Button”
The built-in "smart button" can independently complete the measurement function setting or test data review. It does not need to connect a mobile phone and a computer. A single machine can realize all the functions of the color difference meter; and at the same time, it can be connected to the mobile phone app or computer software, taking into account the various functions of the color difference measurement and color management.
Professional integrating sphere dual optical path design
Professional advanced integrating sphere coating, dual optical path sensor and full-spectrum light source ensure the stability and accuracy of the measurement results.
Lightweight and Portable
Easily put it in your pocket for carry it with you, worry-free measurement.
Rechargeable Lithium Battery
Type-c interface, can do tests continuously for 12,000 times in a single full charge.
Professional Quality
Using industrial-grade real-time processing MCU, Bluetooth interface 5.0 transmission is more stable and reliable.
Diversified Data Display Modes
The ColorReader with app can directly display the sample color value, color difference value, pass/fail result, color simulation, color deviation, reflectance and other data, which is convenient for viewing and greatly improves the user's work efficiency.
Massive Color Card Database
Smartphone app for Android or iOS synchronizes to an our massive color card database, which can quickly check, analyze and compare color data. Use the app to build your private color database in the cloud, without having to carry heavy color cards. you can use Mini ColorReader to find the closest color among multiple color cards anytime and anywhere.
Specifications
| Product Name & Model | CR1（Basic Edition） | CR2（Professional Edition） ColorReader | CR3（Advanced Edition） ColorReader |
| Geometry | D/8（Diffuse illuminance, 8°reception, SCI）, Conforms to standards CIE No.15，GB/T 3978. | D/8（Diffuse illuminance, 8°reception, SCI）, Conforms to standards CIE No.15，GB/T 3978. | D/8（Diffuse illuminance, 8°reception, SCI）, Conforms to standards CIE No.15，GB/T 3978. |
| Features | Used for color difference quality control in plastic electronics, paint and coating, textile and garment printing and dyeing, ceramics and other industries; | Used for color difference quality control in plastic electronics, paint and coating, textile and garment printing and dyeing, ceramics and other industries; | Used for color difference quality control in plastic electronics, paint and coating, textile and garment printing and dyeing, ceramics and other industries; |
| Small size, easy to carry, search for the color cards through smartphone APP | Small size, easy to carry, search for the color cards and multifunction expanded through smartphone APP | Small size, easy to carry, search for the color cards and multifunction expanded through smartphone APP | |
| Integrating sphere size | Φ20mm | Φ20mm | Φ20mm |
| Illuminant | Full spectrum LED light source | Full spectrum LED light source | Full spectrum LED light source |
| Spectro device | Filter spectro | Filter spectro | Filter spectro |
| Sensor | CMOS Dual light path sensor | CMOS Dual light path sensor | CMOS Dual light path sensor |
| Wavelength Range | 400～700nm | 400～700nm | 400～700nm |
| Measuring Aperture | Φ8mm | Φ8mm | Φ8mm |
| SCI/SCE | SCI | SCI | SCI |
| Color Spaces | CIE LAB, LCh | CIE LAB, XYZ, Yxy, LCh, CIE LUV, s-RGB,HunterLab,βxy, DIN Lab99 | CIE LAB, XYZ, Yxy, LCh, CIE LUV, s-RGB,HunterLab,βxy, DIN Lab99 |
| Color Difference Formula | ΔE*ab | ΔE*ab,ΔE*uv,ΔE*94,ΔE*cmc(2:1),ΔE*cmc(1:1),ΔE*00, DINΔE99,ΔE(Hunter) | ΔE*ab,ΔE*uv,ΔE*94,ΔE*cmc(2:1),ΔE*cmc(1:1),ΔE*00, DINΔE99,ΔE(Hunter) |
| Other Color Index | / | WI(ASTM E313，CIE/ISO, AATCC, Hunter)， | WI(ASTM E313，CIE/ISO, AATCC, Hunter), |
| YI(ASTM D1925，ASTM 313), | YI(ASTM D1925，ASTM 313), | ||
| Metamerism Index Mt, Color fastness, color strength, and Opacity, 555 color classification, Munsell(C/2) (implemented by mobile APP) | Metamerism Index Mt, Color fastness, color strength, and Opacity, 555 color classification, Munsell(C/2) (implemented by mobile APP) | ||
| Display Accuracy | 0.1 | 0.01 | 0.01 |
| Observer Angle | 10° | 2/10° | 2/10° |
| Light source | D65 | D65,A,C,D50,D55,D75,F1,F2(CWF),F3,F4,F5,F6,F7(DLF),F8,F9,F10(TPL5),F11(TL84),F12(TL83/U30) | D65,A,C,D50,D55,D75,F1,F2(CWF),F3,F4,F5,F6,F7(DLF),F8,F9,F10(TPL5),F11(TL84),F12(TL83/U30) |
| Display | Sample chromaticity value, color difference value, pass/fail result, color simulation, color deviation, reflectance (partly through mobile APP) | Sample chromaticity value, color difference value, pass/fail result, color simulation, color deviation, reflectance (partly through mobile APP) | Sample chromaticity value, color difference value, pass/fail result, color simulation, color deviation, reflectance (partly through mobile APP) |
| Measuring Time | 1.0s | 1.0s | 1.0s |
| Repeatability | Color：ΔE*ab within 0.1（After warm-up calibration, the average value of measuring the whiteboard 30 times at an interval of 5s） | Color：ΔE*ab within 0.08（After warm-up calibration, the average value of measuring the whiteboard 30 times at an interval of 5s） | Color：ΔE*ab within 0.05（After warm-up calibration, the average value of measuring the whiteboard 30 times at an interval of 5s） |
| Metrology requirements | Non | Pass National Metrology | Pass National Metrology |
| Measurement Mode | Single measurement，Average measurement（2~99times）（Implemented through smartphone App） | Single measurement，Average measurement（2~99times）（Implemented through smartphone App） | Single measurement，Average measurement（2~99times）（Implemented through smartphone App） |
| Dimension | Ø30X100mm | Ø30X100mm | Ø30X100mm |
| Weight | 88g | 88g | 88g |
| Battery | Lithium battery, can do tests continuously for 12000 times in a single full charge | Lithium battery, can do tests continuously for 12000 times in a single full charge | Lithium battery, can do tests continuously for 12000 times in a single full charge |
| Light source lifespan | 5years more than 3 million times measurements | 5-years more than 3 million times measurements | 5-years more than 3 million times measurements |
| Display screen | IPS full color screen, 1.14 inch | IPS full color screen, 1.14 inch | IPS full color screen, 1.14 inch |
| Interface | Type C USB（just for recharge）; Bluetooth 5.0 | Type-C USB; Bluetooth 5.0; Buttons | Type-C USB; Bluetooth 5.0; Buttons |
| Data storage | Mass storage can be expanded through mobile APP | Standards: 10pcs, Samples: 100pcs. Mass storage can be expanded through mobile APP | Standards: 10pcs, Samples: 100pcs. Mass storage can be expanded through mobile APP |
| Data review | The instrument has no measurement data review function | The instrument has its own measurement data review function | The instrument has its own measurement data review function |
| White calibration | Non-contact automatic calibration | Non-contact automatic calibration | Non-contact automatic calibration |
| Settings | Instrument can set parameters | Instrument can set parameters | Instrument can set parameters |
| Language | Chinese，English | Chinese，English | Chinese，English |
| Working Temperature range | 0~40℃，0~85%RH（No condensation），Altitude：lower than 2000m | 0~40℃，0~85%RH（No condensation），Altitude：lower than 2000m | 0~40℃，0~85%RH（No condensation），Altitude：lower than 2000m |
| Storage Temperature Range | -20~50℃，0~85%RH（No condensation） | -20~50℃，0~85%RH（No condensation） | -20~50℃，0~85%RH（No condensation） |
| Standard Accessories | Data cable, manual, calibration box, SQCX PC Color quality management software, MOBCCS APP (download from official website) | Data cable, manual, calibration box, SQCX PC Color quality management software, MOBCCS APP (download from official website) | Data cable, manual, calibration box, SQCX PC Color quality management software, MOBCCS APP (download from official website) |
| Optional Accessories | USB mini printer, powder test box | USB mini printer, powder test box | USB mini printer, powder test box |
| Note： | Technical parameters are for reference only, subject to actual instruments. | Technical parameters are for reference only, subject to actual instruments. | Technical parameters are for reference only, subject to actual instruments.
|
Downloads
Knowledge Base
Sper Knowledge Base > Color Management
- Navigating the Spectrum: A Guide to Choosing the Right Spectrophotometer for Your Needs
- Colorimeters vs. Spectrophotometers: Which is the Best Tool for Measuring Color Consistency?
- The Importance of Color Measurement in Quality Control
- Selecting the Perfect Aperture
- What's The Difference Between a Colorimeter and Spectrocolorimeter?
-
What's a Gloss Meter and How is it Used in Quality Control?
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