Datacolor 800, 850, 500, and 550 Series User’s Guide 12
Transmission Sample Holder Base
Position 3. Places the sample close to the lens.
It is used to measure regular transmission of
transparent materials.
Position 2. This is provided for ease of
handling when measuring regular transmission.
Can only be used with the cuvette holder.
Position 1. Places the sample close to the
sphere. Used to measure translucent samples
and to make haze measurements.
The base is installed at the factory and includes three positions to locate the sample between
the sphere and the lens.
The location of the sample holder along the base depends upon the type of material being
measured.
NOTES
The base should remain in the transmission compartment, but the sample holders (Solid or
Cuvette) must be removed for Reflectance calibration and measurement.