Zhongguancun News – Joint R&D by Guangdong and Fujian! Tricolor Colorimeter

Time:2026-01-22

Joint R&D by Guangdong and Fujian! Tricolor Colorimeter Integrates Hamamatsu’s Core Sensors to Break the Dilemma in Industrial Color Management

When Color Accuracy Becomes the “Entry Ticket” to High-End Manufacturing, Domestic Color Measurement Equipment is Accelerating Technological Breakthroughs

Today, the Tricolor Colorimeter Series, co-developed by Guangzhou Tricolor Quantum Technology Co., Ltd. and Xiamen Wansepu Institute of Color Science, made its debut at Zhongguancun. Equipped with core components of Hamamatsu optical sensors, the series includes colorimeters, spectrophotometers, color difference meters and intelligent color matching software, redefining industrial-grade color testing standards with cross-institutional R&D capabilities.

R&D Endorsement: Technical Strength from the Alliance of Two Powerhouses

The color measurement equipment launched this time is a typical achievement of the in-depth integration of industry, academia and research. Guangzhou Tricolor Quantum Technology has been deeply engaged in the field of optical testing for many years, accumulating a number of core patents in the miniaturization and intelligentization of industrial-grade equipment. Xiamen Wansepu Institute of Color Science boasts top-tier R&D capabilities in spectral analysis algorithms and color data modeling. After two years of joint research, the two parties have finally achieved dual innovations in “hardware precision breakthrough + software algorithm optimization”.

Core Hardware

All products in the series are equipped with Hamamatsu optical sensors. Their wide-area light-absorbing target surface design enables accurate signal capture in low-light environments. Combined with low-noise and high-sensitivity signal conversion technology, the stability and response speed of spectral testing have reached the international advanced level. This core configuration lays a solid hardware foundation for the equipment to achieve high-precision measurement, and also enables domestic equipment to have the strength to compete with international brands in core components.

Core Products: Full-Scenario Color Testing Solutions

The newly launched Tricolor Colorimeter Series includes three main models and supporting intelligent color matching software, covering full-scenario needs from precise laboratory analysis to rapid production line quality inspection.
  1. SYS1004 Portable Color Difference Meter: The “Portable Tool” for On-Site Quality Inspection

    As a testing device for the front line of production, the SYS1004 is based on the tristimulus value principle, capable of quickly outputting CIEL, a, b values and ΔE color difference data with a repeatability of ΔE ≤ 0.02, which can accurately identify color deviations during the production process. Weighing only 450g, equipped with a Panasonic lithium battery, it can work continuously for up to 8 hours. With its IP65 dustproof and waterproof design, it can operate stably whether in a coating workshop or for outdoor inspections, making it particularly suitable for on-site quality control in printing, textile and other industries.

  2. SYS1010 Spectrophotometer: The “Precision Benchmark” for Laboratory R&D

    Targeting high-end R&D scenarios, the SYS1010 adopts spectral analysis technology. It decomposes white light into full-band monochromatic light ranging from 200 to 1100 nm through a concave grating, and combined with the high-sensitivity characteristics of Hamamatsu sensors, it can obtain the complete reflectance curve of samples. The device supports SC1/SCE dual-mode switching and simulation of 8 standard light sources such as D65 and A, with a repeatability of ΔE ≤ 0.02 and an inter-instrument difference of ΔE ≤ 0.04, which can meet the needs of precision color matching and raw material testing in industries such as automotive coatings and high-end cosmetics. With multiple measurement apertures of 4mm/8mm/12mm, it can accurately measure samples ranging from small electronic components and lipstick bodies to large board samples.

  3. SYS1010 Online Spectrophotometer: The “Core Node” of Intelligent Production Lines

    Catering to the needs of intelligent manufacturing, the SYS1010 can be seamlessly integrated into automated production lines, and linked with the PLC system via Ethernet, achieving ultra-fast measurement in 50 milliseconds with a daily testing capacity of over 1 million samples. The device has a built-in temperature compensation algorithm (-10℃ to 50℃), which can real-time capture the color temperature change curve of materials such as silica gel and plastics during processing. When a color deviation exceeding the preset threshold is detected, it can automatically trigger the quantitative dosing system of colorants, controlling the batch color difference within ΔE < 0.02, which has been proven effective in production scenarios such as automotive seals and photovoltaic sealing rings.

  4. Intelligent Color Matching Software: The “Central Brain” for Digital Color Management

    The supporting intelligent color matching software can be linked with all hardware in the series, automatically generating optimized formulas based on measurement data, and supporting storage and cloud synchronization of a million-level color database. The software can automatically generate color trend charts and difference comparison reports, and can also connect to the enterprise ERP system to realize closed-loop data management throughout the entire process from raw material testing and production monitoring to finished product acceptance, greatly improving color matching efficiency and batch stability.

Industry Adaptation: Practical Value in Multi-Field Applications

  • High-End Manufacturing: In the automotive industry, the SYS1008 can accurately match the flip-flop effect of automotive metallic paints, helping enterprises pass stringent color control audits.
  • Beauty and Daily Chemicals: The 4mm micro-aperture of the SYS1004 can accurately detect the color consistency of products such as lipstick and eyeshadow, facilitating formula optimization.
  • Food and Pharmaceutical: The non-contact measurement mode of the SYS1010 can avoid cross-contamination, making it suitable for testing the color of pharmaceutical packaging printing and the chromaticity of liquid raw materials.

Launch Information and Market Value

At present, the Tricolor Colorimeter Series has passed the ISO 7724-1 international certification and national first-class metrological certification. The pre-sale channel was simultaneously opened with its debut at Zhongguancun. The reference prices of the three models, SYS1004, SYS1008 and SYS1012, are 6,800 yuan, 19,800 yuan and 32,800 yuan respectively, which are only 30%-50% of the prices of imported brands with the same performance.
In the current era of accelerated domestic substitution, the Tricolor Colorimeter Series has broken the barriers of international brands in the high-precision color measurement field with the combined advantages of “Hamamatsu core hardware + co-developed algorithms + high cost performance”. Starting today, users can visit the Zhongguancun offline experience store for on-site testing and experience. This color testing equipment, which embodies the R&D strength of Guangdong and Fujian, is becoming a new choice for enterprises to improve their quality competitiveness.

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