KONICA MINOLTA SPECTROPHOTOMETER CM-17d AND CM-16d
Performance Beyond Measure, Comfort Beyond Compare.
Singapore, 27 May 2024
Konica Minolta Sensing Singapore is excited to announce the upcoming launch of the new Spectrophotometer CM-17d and Spectrophotometer CM-16d, scheduled for release in June 2024.
Building on the success of their predecessor, the Spectrophotometer CM-700d and Spectrophotometer CM-600d, these latest generations of vertical portable spectrophotometers are poised to redefine the standards of color measurement, offering improved accuracy, operability, and versatility for professionals across various industries and sectors including plastics, consumer electronics, paints and coatings, personal care, food and ingredients, packaging, and building materials, among others.
User-Focused Design with Excellent Operability
Maintaining the vertical alignment design for ergonomic comfort and easy sample placement, the Spectrophotometer CM-17d and Spectrophotometer CM-16d excel in measuring the color of samples ranging from very small to large, including samples with shaped or curved surfaces. Notably, the Spectrophotometer CM-17d features an camera viewfinder that provides a live preview of the measurement target. In addition, an optional wireless LAN/Bluetooth module is available for wireless data transfer and connectivity with external devices, providing an even smoother workflow.
Spectrophotometer CM-17d camera viewfinder function
Both models also come with a screw/tripod hole at the front of the body for effortless installation of custom adapters/jigs and even robotic arms, allowing for seamless integration into automated systems, increasing efficiency and productivity manufacturing and quality control across various industries.
High Inter-Instrument Agreement, Repeatability with Faster Measurement Speed
The Spectrophotometer CM-17d and CM-16d offer high inter-instrument and repeatability, facilitating digital color management. This ensures colors are accurately and consistently communicated and reproduced throughout the global supply chain, from suppliers to finished product makers, streamlining operations. Specifically, the Spectrophotometer CM-17d offers an inter-instrument agreement (IIA) and repeatability, within ΔE*ab 0.12 and 0.02, respectively, ensuring minimal differences between measurements of multiple instruments in several locations. Furthermore, the measurement data remain compatible with their predecessors while boasting improved accuracy in measuring black colors and a quicker measurement speed.
Variety of Software and Accessories for Enhanced Functionality and Usability
These new spectrophotometers are supported by various software options and accessories to meet the diverse needs of professionals in different industries. Among these is the Configuration Tool CM-CT1 software, which helps simplify spectrophotometer setups, including sharing instrument settings across manufacturing sites or supplier facilities to ensure measurement standardization. For enhanced functionality, the optional color management software SpectraMagic NX2 is available, providing functions like custom illuminants and color formulas, data tagging, QC template sharing, and more.
The Spectrophotometer CM-17d and Spectrophotometer CM-16d feature a new cradle*1 that supports zero calibration and charging. It also includes a dedicated storage space for the white calibration cap, reducing the likelihood of misplacement. Adding to their versatility is an optional vertical leveling jig to facilitate measurements in an upside-down orientation, further enhancing the usability of both spectrophotometers.
Spectrophotometer CM-17d with optional vertical leveling jig
Spectrophotometer CM-17d with cradle
*1 The new cradle comes standard with the Spectrophotometer CM-17d and as an optional add-on for the Spectrophotometer CM-16d.
Wavelength Analysis & Adjustment (WAA) for Reliable Measurement
The Spectrophotometer CM-17d and CM-16d come with the Wavelength Analysis & Adjustment (WAA) function designed to optimize measurement reliability. The WAA function checks and corrects any wavelength shift due room temperature changes, aging of the instrument, etc., during each calibration, ensuring the spectrophotometer is in an optimum condition, delivering measurement precision.
Wavelength Analysis & Adjustment (WAA) function
Main Specification*2
| Model | CM-17d | CM-16d |
| Illumination/viewing system | di:8°,de:8° (diffuse illumination: 8° viewing), SCI (specular component included) / SCE (specular component excluded) switchable. Conforms to ISO7724/1, CIE No.15 (2004), ASTM E 1164 (SCI), DIN5033 Teil7, JIS Z 8722 Condition c standard. | |
| Measurement time | Approx. 0.7 s (Measurement mode: SCI or SCE, from pressing trigger button to measurement completion) | |
| Minimum measurement
interval |
Approx. 1.5 s (Measurement mode: SCI or SCE) | |
| Measurement area/
Illumination area |
MAV: Ø8 mm/Ø11 mm
SAV: Ø3 mm/Ø6 mm *Can be changed by replacing the target mask and switching the lens position |
MAV: Ø8 mm/Ø11 mm |
| Repeatability | Standard deviation within ΔE*ab 0.02
(When a white calibration plate is measured 30 times at 5-second intervals after white calibration under Konica Minolta standard conditions) |
Standard deviation within ΔE*ab 0.04
(When a white calibration plate is measured 30 times at 5-second intervals after white calibration under Konica Minolta standard conditions) |
| Inter-instrument agreement | Within ΔE*ab 0.12
(Based on average for 12 BCRA Series II color tiles; MAV SCI; compared to values measured with a master body under Konica Minolta standard conditions) |
Within ΔE*ab 0.2
(Based on average for 12 BCRA Series II color tiles; MAV SCI; compared to values measured with a master body under Konica Minolta standard conditions) |
| Internal Performance Check*3 | WAA (Wavelength Analysis & Adjustment) Technology | |
| Interface | USB 2.0; WLAN (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n)/Bluetooth(Ver.4.1, SPP-compatible.)
Optional WLAN/Bluetooth module required*4 *5 |
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| Camera viewfinder function | Using internal camera; Images can be shown on display | – |
| Size [W x H xD] | Approx. 79 × 230 × 128 mm | |
| Weight | Approx.700 g (Lithium-ion battery included) | Approx.660 g (Lithium-ion battery included) |
*2 The information, specifications, and product appearance provided in this news release are subject to change without notice.
*3 The WAA function is available free of charge for the first year after purchase and can be extended as an add-on to the inspection and calibration service from the second year onward.
*4 Requires optional accessory WLAN/Bluetooth module (CM-A300).
*5 WLAN security supports WPA2-PSK (WPA2-Personal) and WPA-PSK (WPA-Personal) for the ad hoc method, and WPA3-PSK (WPA3-Personal), WPA2-PSK (WPA2-Personal) and WPA-PSK (WPA-Personal) for the infrastructure method.
About Konica Minolta Sensing Singapore Pte Ltd
Konica Minolta Sensing Singapore Pte Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Konica Minolta Inc, is a leading provider of industrial color and light measurement solutions. Konica Minolta Sensing Singapore serves the industry in more than 14 countries in the Asia-Pacific region with qualified Distributors.
Konica Minolta’s Sensing Business offers various products and solutions in the fields of light source color measurement and object color measurement based on the optical technologies developed from its former camera business. The products and solutions offered by Konica Minolta contribute to the quality and productivity at the customers’ manufacturing sites, with many of its color measurement instruments being de-facto standards. Notably, Konica Minolta has more than 50% share in the global market for display image quality measurement and inspection (estimated by Konica Minolta) and has a solid presence as the market leader.
Konica Minolta has actively promoted investments to strengthen its competitiveness. In 2012, the company acquired Instrument Systems GmbH (Germany), which develops high-end optical measuring instruments and has an outstanding track record in the high-performance measurement of displays and LED lighting devices. In 2015, the company acquired Radiant Vision Systems, LLC (U.S.), which excels at high-resolution 2D measurement instruments for displays, image processing software, and automatic appearance inspection systems. In 2019, the company acquired Eines Systems (Spain), a market leader in automobile visual inspection. Most recently, the company acquired Specim, Spectral Imaging Ltd. (Finland), a leading company in the field of hyperspectral imaging (HSI).
Konica Minolta remains committed to developing its measuring instrument business as a market leader with high value-added products and solutions that enable high-precision measurement of light and color for the ever-growing ICT, automobile, and materials supplier fields. The company strives to continue providing new customer value that surpasses the human eye in the areas of “safety,” “security,” and “hygiene” to contribute to the solution of global social issues.
Ng Wei Hua
Konica Minolta Sensing Singapore Pte Ltd
+65 6563 5533
weihua.ng@konicaminolta.com
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