CR-14 COLOR READER

The CR-14 handheld color reader is a battery-operated, light-weight, whiteness index measuring inThe CR-14 handheld color reader is a battery-operated, light-weight, whiteness index measuring instrument.strument.

The CR-14 handheld color reader measures the whiteness of raw materials or foods in paste, solid, or powder form. The Hunter Whiteness Index or the CIE Whiteness Index—an international method for expressing whiteness—is displayed on the featured LCD screen. In the food industry, this is especially useful since color variations of white are especially obvious and can greatly influence consumer purchases.

The effect storage during transportation has on the whiteness of a product can be quantified by using this product. The CR-14 is lightweight, fits right in the palm of your hand, and is battery-operated, so it is very portable, or connect the unit to an AC adapter if that is preferred.

The device is easy-to-use, low cost, and ideal for industries that need inexpensive multiple devices or are just beginning to measure whiteness. Providing those functions necessary only for whiteness measuring makes it easy for anyone to use this instrument. There are only five steps: switch the power on, select the display mode, perform white calibration, place sample on the device, and press the button. Users then only need to look at the display to see measurement results.

Powders or pastes can be measured without needing to fill a cell with the CR-14′s protective cap, allowing for direct measurement of those substances. If users want to print results, simply connect the device to an external printer. A vinyl case to protect the instrument against dust is available as an option.

Illuminating/viewing geometry

8/d (8° illumination angle/diffuse viewing: specular component excluded)

Measuring area

Approx. Φ8mm

Display modes

Whiteness Index: CIE, Hunter, ASTM E313
Yellowness Index: ASTM E313, ASTM Dl925
Yxy (Displayable in CIE display mode)

Repeatability

Standard deviation of Whiteness Index: CIE: 0.5, Hunter: 0.1
(Measurement conditions: When measuring white calibration plate)

Minimum interval between measurements

Approx. 1 sec.

Power source

Four AA-size batteries or optional AC Adapter AC-A12

Battery life

Alkaline-manganese batteries: Approx.2000 measurements at10-sec. Intervals
Ni-Cd batteries: Approx. 600 measurements at 10-sec intervals

Operating temperature/humidity range

Temperature: 0 to 40°C;relative humidity 85% or less (at 35°C) with no condensation

Storage temperature/humidity range

-20 to 55°C; relative humidity 85% or less (at 35°C) with no condensation

Standard accessories

White Calibration Plate CR-A74, Soft Case CR-A68; Protective Cap CR-A79; Wrist Strap CR-A73; AA-size batteries (4)

Optional accessories

AC Adapter AC-A12; Printer Cable CR-A75: Vinyl Cover CR-A80)