The CM-3700A spectrophotometer is a bench-top unit which provides the highest level in accuracy and reliability. It features a large sphere, aperture masks, and a complete optical system which exceeds international standard requirements. This instrument emits a high power xenon flash when a measurement takes place to ensure the most accurate measurement is taken. Users are able to switch the size of the measurement area depending on the needs of their application and can choose from 25.4mm, 8mm, and 3x5mm. The CM-3700A’s sample holder features a long arm to enable measuring the center of an A4-sized sample, and a damper to provide a “slow-close” effect that prevents the sample holder from slamming shut and possibly damaging the measurement sample.

The CM-3700A easily measures reflective colors with the ability to switch between SCI and SCE. Florescent colors can also be easily determined with the instrument’s UV cut filters which allow 1,000-step adjustment of UV light, providing ideal measurement of paper, pulp, and other materials containing florescent materials. Also, diffused lighting allows transparent colors to be effectively measured. These unique features allow a wide range of applications to be measured including plastics, textiles, dyed items, kiln-fired materials, food, liquids, and others. The CM-3700A can be controlled by a PC via a USB cord providing faster communication and easier connection. It is compatible with Windows programs, making data control and editing easy.

This instrument is compatible with SpectraMagic NX software which is easy-to-use and displays multiple views of data results which can be edited. Target data of the primary target can be associated to two or more secondary targets, allowing for sophisticated QC applications, such as checking for color difference.

Users can drag-and-drop information into the software for easy interpretation after printing. A variety of graphs can be used to display information, preconfigured templates are available, and a status window is available to show instrument information at a glance. Data compiled with older software is compatible and can be transferred to the newest updated software. If Excel is needed to show data, the information can also be easily exported. A Navigation Function and Color Tutorial are included with the software for additional information.

• Highly accurate and reliable – utilizes state-of-the-art technology to make it one of the most reliable and accurate spectrophotometers available
• Windows compatible – can be controlled from a computer with Windows software
• Measurement area switching – users can choose between 25.4mm, 8mm, and 3x5mm measurement areas
• Can measure reflective, fluorescent, and transparent color – using SCI/SCE switching, UV cut filters, and/or diffused lighting, reflective, fluorescent, and transparent colors can easily be measured
• International standards – CIE, ISO, ASTM, DIN, and JIS are among the standards included in the CM-3700A
• Xenon flash – enables the instrument to accurately measure even very dark shades
• USB Connectivity – The interface uses USB to provide faster communication and easier connection to PCs
• Dampening sample holder – features a long arm to enable measuring the center of an A4-sized sample, and a damper to provide a “slow-close” effect that prevents the sample holder from slamming shut and possibly damaging the measurement sample
• Protective frame power switch – protective frame has been added around the power switch to decrease the likelihood of accidently powering off during operation