Konica Minolta Spectrophotometer CM-36d

Spectrophotometer CM-36d

Color Illumination/ Viewing System Reflectance:

di:8°, de:8° (diffused illumination, 8° viewing), SCI (Specular Component Included) / SCE (Specular Component Excluded) switchable.

Conforms to CIE No.15, lSO7724/1, ASTM E1164, DIN 5033 Teil7, and JIS Z 8722 condition c standards

Integrating Sphere Size Ø152 mm (6 inches)
Detector Dual 40-element silicon photodiode arrays
Spectral Separation Device Diffraction grating
Wavelength Range 360 to 740 nm
Wavelength Pitch 10 nm
Half Bandwidth approx. 10 nm
Reflectance

Range

0 to 200%
Resolution: 0.01%
Light Source 1 Pulsed xenon lamps
Illumination / Measurement Area LAV: Ø30.0 mm / Ø25.4 mm

MAV: Ø11.0 mm / Ø8.0 mm

SAV: Ø7.0 mm / Ø4.0 mm

Repeatability Colorimetric values: Standard deviation within ΔE*ab 0.03

Spectral reflectance: Standard deviation within 0.1%

(When a white calibration plate is measured 30 times at 10-second intervals after white calibration)

Inter-Instrument Agreement Within ΔE*ab 0.15

(Based on average for 12 BCRA Series II color tiles; LAV/SCI. Compared to values measured with master body under Konica Minolta standard measurement conditions)

UV Setting No adjustment function (UV 100%)
Measurement Time Approx. 3.5 second (SCI+SCE measurement)
Minimum Interval Between Measurements Approx. 4 second (SCI+SCE measurement)
Sample Viewer Function Using internal camera

(Image viewable/copiable using optional software such as SpectraMagic NX software Ver. 3.2 or later)

Internal Performance Check*2 WAA (Wavelength Analysis & Adjustment) Technology
Interface USB 2.0
Target Mask Auto Detection Yes
Power Dedicated AC adapter
Operating temperature / humidity range 13 to 33°C, Relative humidity: 80% or less (at 35°C) with no condensation
Storage temperature / humidity range 0 to 40°C, Relative humidity: 80% or less (at 35°C) with no condensation
Size (W x H xD)  Approx. 248 x 250 x 498 mm
Weight   Approx. 8.3 kg

Description

Spectrophotometer CM-36d

The Konica Minolta Spectrophotometer CM-36d delivers a specialized, high-precision solution for the comprehensive measurement of spectral reflectance in demanding industrial environments. Laboratory technicians and quality control managers utilize this benchtop instrument to validate color consistency across complex supply chains with absolute accuracy. This specific model addresses the unique challenge of maintaining data integrity between different production sites through a superior inter-instrument agreement. Consequently, your facility gains the ability to eliminate color mismatches and reduce rejection rates in the plastics, ceramics, and chemical industries.

Instead of relying on entry-level colorimeters that lack advanced self-diagnostic tools, your team achieves a significant technical advantage with the Konica Minolta CM-36d. The system provides a patented Wavelength Analysis & Adjustment (WAA) function that automatically compensates for wavelength shifts during every calibration cycle. Therefore, you can confidently maintain laboratory-grade stability without the need for frequent manual service interventions or complex troubleshooting.

Konica Minolta CM-36d Technical Advantages

This industrial-grade spectrophotometer packs advanced features for high-throughput production and R&D laboratories. It features an integrated camera sample viewer that allows technicians to see the measurement area directly on their computer screen. This visual feedback ensures that your engineering team captures exact spectral data from specific regions of interest on patterned or textured samples. Furthermore, the unit delivers three switchable aperture sizes to accommodate everything from large plastic panels to tiny electronic components within a single workstation.

The CM-36d also features a versatile “Flat-back” design that allows technicians to reposition the instrument for vertical measurements. This “top-port” concept simplifies the handling of bulky items and powders while maintaining a compact footprint on the laboratory bench. Additionally, the high-contrast LED status panel displays measurement conditions at a glance, significantly reducing operator errors during high-volume testing cycles. The instrument fully complies with international standards such as CIE No.15, ISO 7724/1, and ASTM E1164, ensuring your data meets global regulatory requirements.

Modern Industrial Integration

Modern manufacturing facilities require robust connectivity and high-speed monitoring for industrial scaling. Therefore, the CM-36d includes a high-speed USB 2.0 interface for seamless connection to SpectraMagic™ NX2 software. It supports complex color-matching calculations and PASS/FAIL judgments, allowing for straightforward secondary development in automated quality control environments. The durable construction and 8.3 kg weight ensure the instrument remains stable during continuous operation on the factory floor.

When your project demands the highest level of color precision and benchtop flexibility, the Konica Minolta CM-36d stands out as the premier choice. Stop settling for low-speed tools that hide critical color deviations in your production line. Contact nanotech-tmi today to request a technical datasheet or a custom quotation for your color laboratory. Trust nanotech-tmi for all your high-precision Spectrophotometer requirements!

 

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