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HunterLab Introduces the Vista® L2 Spectrophotometer

In a significant advancement in color measurement technology, HunterLab has unveiled the Vista® L2, the latest in its line of spectrophotometers, now featuring an expanded measurement range that extends up to 710 nm. This next-generation device combines the industry-leading Essentials L2 software with enhanced computing power, allowing for more precise, efficient, and versatile color analysis in various applications without altering existing methods or accessories.

Enhanced Measurement Capabilities

The Vista L2 is designed to measure multiple attributes of color, clarity, and turbidity across transparent and translucent liquids as well as solids. By increasing the spectral range to 710 nm, the instrument enables clearer differentiation between actual color and turbidity, which significantly aids quality control teams across various industries, including beverages, edible oils, liquid chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. This feature is especially crucial for detecting early signs of instability in liquid products, ensuring higher quality standards and greater reliability in assessing their color stability.

Particularly noteworthy is the incorporation of the AOCS Cc 13d-55 method for measuring chlorophyll at specific wavelengths—630, 670, and 710 nm—commonly used for monitoring oxidation in edible oils and extending their shelf life.

Designed for Today's Demand

Bob Weaver, the President of HunterLab, noted that quality control teams are increasingly expected to conduct more measurements in shorter timeframes without adding more devices or personnel. The Vista L2 addresses this growing demand by expanding the measurement possibilities of a single device while remaining compatible with the methods and accessories users are already employing. This modernization approach enhances capabilities without disrupting established processes.

The Vista L2 enhances the proven Vista platform while retaining the geometry for transmitting light, full-spectrum LED lighting, and a user-friendly touch-screen interface. Some of its new and improved features include:

• - 32 GB Internal Storage: This ample memory allows the storage of millions of measurements.
• - HDMI Output: Users can display results on external screens conveniently.
• - Built-in Wave Length Validation: This feature ensures consistent operational parameters.
• - Updateable Essentials L2 Software: The software can be updated via USB or direct internet connection, keeping the device equipped with the latest technology.

Industry Leading Accuracy

Vista L2 is the first spectrophotometer designed for measurements of transmitted light to apply Lambert-Beer's law with the necessary accuracy for determining absolute color values using standard cells and cuvettes. Consequently, it provides automated measurement results for edible oils through optical path lengths of both 5.25 inches and 1 inch while measuring color on the APHA scale with smaller cells than those required by competing systems, thereby reducing the need for high-cost specialty cells.

Interchangeable holders and base plates are offered in multifunctional, precision, and self-centering versions, which facilitate correct positioning of samples, flasks, cuvettes, translucent preforms, films, and flow samples. Additionally, magnetic mounts and locating pins ensure result repeatability.

Availability

The Vista L2 is now available for purchase, and for additional information or to schedule a demonstration, interested parties may visit HunterLab's official site.

Founded in 1952, HunterLab is a global leader in color and appearance measurement solutions, serving various industries, including food and beverage, plastics, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. HunterLab devices are trusted by users across more than 75 countries, and the company continues to propel advances in color science through innovation, precision, and close collaboration with customers.