SpectraTrend HT – HunterLab

SpectraTrend HT – HunterLab

Real-time Process Color Monitoring

SpectraTrend HT takes non-contact color measurement to the highest levels, combining versatility, simplicity and performance in one easy to use compact 0/30 design. This dual-beam in-line/in-process spectrophotometer supports implementation of today’s Total Quality Management programs such as LQM, PAT, Six Sigma, DMAIC, and others that share a common goal of producing consistent product quality and reducing waste.

Non-Contact Color Measurement

SpectraTrend HT utilization can facilitate continuous monitoring of product quality to enhance Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) within their enterprise, reduce risk of color quality variation and associated costs through real-time process color monitoring and enhance consistency and predictability of their quality assurance approach.

Key Features

The instrument measures web, bulk, and individual products with configurable real time data display. Designed for harsh production environments, it provides precise continuous and simultaneous height-color measurement with easy integration into plant control networks, or standalone operation.

Applications

SpectraTrend HT is ideal for applications in Food, Plastics, Building Products, Paints and Coatings, Paper, and Textiles industries where consistent color quality monitoring is critical.

Technical Specifications
Measurement
  • Measurement PrincipleDual-beam in-line/in-process spectrophotometer or colorimeter
  • Geometry0°/ 30° typical
  • View Diameter25.4 mm (1 in) (at 3.25-inch from sensor window)
  • Specular ComponentExcluded
  • Spectral Range400 nm - 700 nm
  • Spectral Resolution< 3 nm
  • Effective Bandwidth10 nm equivalent triangular
  • Reporting Interval10 nm
  • Photometric Range0 to 150 %
  • Light SourceFull spectrum, balanced solid state LED system
  • Flashes per Measurement5-6 flashes
  • Lamp Life5 years typical
  • Minimum Interval between Measurements1 second
  • Height Resolution1 mm or 0.1 in
  • Working Range63.5 mm - 140 mm (2.5 in. - 5.5 in.)
Performance
  • Inter-Instrument Agreement∆E*< 0.30 CIE L*a*b* (Avg) on BCRA II Tile Set
  • Colorimetric Repeatability (20 Readings)∆E*< 0.05 (Max)/0.03 (Avg) CIE L*a*b* on white tile
Physical/Electrical
  • Sensor Height24 cm (9.3 in.)
  • Sensor Width20 cm (7.8 in.)
  • Sensor Depth11 cm (4.3 in.)
  • Weight (With Calibration Box)12.78lbs (5.79kg)
  • Weight (W/O Calibration Box)11.14lbs (5.05kg)
  • Display7.1 cm x 5.4 cm (2.8 in. x 2.1 in.) backlit color LCD
  • InterfaceEthernet (RJ45)
  • Power100 to 240 VAC, 47 to 63 Hz
  • Operating Environment0° to 50°C (32° to 122° F), 10 % to 90 % RH, noncondensing
  • Storage Environment-20° to 65°C (-5° to 150° F), 10 % to 90 % RH, noncondensing

FAQ - SpectraTrend HT – HunterLab

What is the SpectraTrend HT used for?

The SpectraTrend HT is used for real-time process color monitoring and non-contact color measurement. It's ideal for continuous monitoring of product quality in manufacturing environments and supports Total Quality Management programs such as LQM, PAT, Six Sigma, and DMAIC.

How does the SpectraTrend HT measure color?

This instrument uses a dual-beam in-line/in-process spectrophotometer with 0°/30° geometry for non-contact color measurement. It features a 256-element diode array with high resolution concave holographic grating and operates in the 400-700 nm spectral range.

What industries can benefit from SpectraTrend HT?

SpectraTrend HT is ideal for Food, Plastics, Building Products, Paints and Coatings, Paper, and Textiles industries where consistent color quality monitoring and process control are critical for maintaining product standards.

Can SpectraTrend HT be integrated into existing production systems?

Yes, the SpectraTrend HT is designed for easy integration into plant control networks via Ethernet interface, or it can operate as a standalone unit. It's built for harsh production environments and provides configurable real-time data display.

What is the measurement accuracy of SpectraTrend HT?

The SpectraTrend HT offers excellent accuracy with inter-instrument agreement of ∆E*< 0.30 CIE L*a*b* (Avg) on BCRA II Tile Set and colorimetric repeatability of ∆E*< 0.05 (Max)/0.03 (Avg) CIE L*a*b* on white tile for 20 readings.

What is the working distance range for SpectraTrend HT?

The SpectraTrend HT has a working range of 63.5 mm - 140 mm (2.5 in. - 5.5 in.) with a height resolution of 1 mm or 0.1 in, making it suitable for various product sizes and measurement scenarios.

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