PCE Color Meter - PCE-CSM 2

PCE  Color Meter - PCE-CSM 2

The PCE CSM 2 Color Meter is a versatile device designed to measure the color spectrum of various objects. Light consists of a wide range of colors, which aren't always purely white, black, or blue. A light source illuminates an object, which absorbs some of the light and reflects the rest. This reflected light is then detected by a sensor to determine the wavelengths and calculate the color. Colorimeters are commonly used in quality control across various industrial sectors, particularly in industries where color characteristics are crucial. The PCE-CSM series colorimeters are especially valuable in these applications.

Whether it is dental technology, painting industries or for the production of plastic bags, the color meter PCE-CSM 2 is an ideal product for quality management and thus assures highest reliability, whenever it is important to assure a certain standard in optic quality. The colorimeter supports an ergonomic design and features a user-friendly menu navigation. It has a measuring aperture of 8 mm. The supported color spaces are CIEL*a*b*C*h, CIEL a*b*, and CIEXYZ.

This colorimeter is great for professional industries. Another advantage is that it supports a vertical justification. This means that the whole device does not need to be placed on the object to analyze it, but only the part with the sensor in it. The industrial perspective of it is that this method allows the measuring of damp objects, textiles and even food. The device is ideally suited for measurements of meat, bananas or tomatoes. Due to the software "CQCS3" that is included in the delivery, the measured data can be read out on a computer or laptop for a digital overview.

The L*a*b color space: You can see the color space L*a*b. This color space covers all colors that are visible with the naked eye. L=100 stands for white and L=0 for black. "a+" and "a-" or "b+" and "b-" stands for the color contrasts red, green, yellow and blue.

The menu of the Colorimeter contains all characteristics and settings that can be performed. There are basic settings like time, language, date, but also settings about the recording and the color spaces that shall be displayed by the device.

Features

• Rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery
• Autom. calibration of black-and-white contrast
• Continuous performance
• Designed for food industry
• Measures various colors
• Application on different surfaces
• Simplified user-interface
• Software included
  

Highlights

• Color meter for quality control
• Digital software included
• Li-ion battery
• Black-and-white contrast calibratable
• Measuring modes for various parameters
• Color analysis of black, white, red, green, yellow and blue.

What our Experts Think

• Accurate & Reliable Colour Measurement – The PCE-CSM 2 delivers precise colour analysis, making it ideal for quality control, manufacturing, printing, plastics, coatings, textiles, and automotive applications.
• Portable Professional Performance – Its compact handheld design allows users to perform colour inspections quickly on-site or in production environments without sacrificing accuracy.
• Improves Quality Consistency – Helps maintain colour uniformity across batches, reducing product rejections, customer complaints, and costly production errors.
• User-Friendly Operation – Designed for fast measurements and easy data interpretation, making it suitable for both experienced quality managers and new operators.
• Valuable for Colour-Sensitive Industries – A practical investment for businesses that depend on precise colour matching, brand consistency, and professional quality assurance standards.

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Maintenance Tips

• Calibrate regularly using the supplied white calibration plate and black calibration procedure, especially before first use, after environmental changes, or if readings seem inaccurate.
• Keep the measuring aperture clean by gently wiping it with a soft, lint-free cloth. Avoid abrasive materials or harsh chemicals.
• Protect the calibration plate from dust, fingerprints, scratches, and direct sunlight to maintain measurement accuracy.
• Store in a dry, stable environment away from excessive heat, humidity, and sudden temperature changes. Use the protective case when not in use.
• Handle with care and avoid impacts or dropping the instrument, as this may affect optical alignment and accuracy.
• Recharge and maintain the battery properly; avoid long-term storage with a fully depleted battery.
• Verify measurement consistency periodically by testing known reference samples and recalibrating if deviations occur.
• Keep firmware/software and PC communication tools updated when available for optimal performance.