When it comes to precise color measurement, choosing the right spectrophotometer can make all the difference. The HunterLab ColorFlex L2 series is designed to provide highly accurate color analysis, but did you know there are multiple models tailored for specific industries?
Whether you’re in coffee roasting, tomato processing, citrus production, or general manufacturing, selecting the right colorimeter ensures optimal accuracy, compliance with industry standards, and consistent quality control.
So, what’s the difference between the ColorFlex L2, L2 Coffee, L2 Tomato, and L2 Citrus Spectrophotometers? Let’s break it down.
The versatile colorimeter
The ColorFlex L2 Spectrophotometer is the go-to model for businesses that need a general-purpose colorimeter. Whether you work in food, plastics, textiles, or coatings, this benchtop spectrophotometer delivers reliable color measurement across multiple industries. It supports standard CIELAB, XYZ, and HunterLab color scales, making it ideal for quality control and product consistency.
But if your industry requires specialized color analysis, you may need a more application-specific spectrophotometer—which is where the L2 Coffee, L2 Tomato, and L2 Citrus come in.
Precision for coffee roasters & suppliers
For coffee professionals, color consistency is key. The ColorFlex L2 Coffee Spectrophotometer is designed specifically for measuring the color of roasted coffee beans and ground coffee.
What sets it apart? It’s calibrated with SCAA (Specialty Coffee Association of America) standards and includes the Gourmet Coffee Index (GCI) for grading. Whether you’re monitoring light, medium, or dark roasts, this coffee colorimeter ensures industry-standard precision every time.
The industry standard for tomato processing
In tomato processing, maintaining color accuracy is crucial for quality control in sauces, pastes, ketchup, and canned tomatoes.
The ColorFlex L2 Tomato Spectrophotometer is engineered for USDA-standard tomato color measurement, using the a/b ratio and industry-defined Tomato Color Scores. This means food processors can maintain consistent color grading, ensure compliance, and improve quality assurance.
Accurate grading for citrus fruits & juices
For citrus producers, color is a key indicator of freshness and quality. The ColorFlex L2 Citrus Spectrophotometer is specifically designed for measuring the color of citrus fruit peels and juices, ensuring they meet Citrus Color Index (CCI) standards.
Whether you’re in farming, juice production, or fruit packaging, this citrus colorimeter helps maintain consistent grading and quality control in every batch.
Which ColorFlex L2 Spectrophotometer is right for you?
Go for the ColorFlex L2 (Standard) if you need a versatile benchtop spectrophotometer for multiple industries. Pick the L2 Coffee Spectrophotometer if you’re in the coffee industry and need precision in grading roasted beans and ground coffee. Choose the L2 Tomato Spectrophotometer if you’re a tomato processor requiring USDA-standard color measurement. Opt for the L2 Citrus Spectrophotometer if you work with citrus fruits and juices and need strict color grading.
No matter which model you choose, the HunterLab ColorFlex L2 series ensures precision, reliability, and compliancewith industry-specific color standards.
Need help deciding? Contact us today for expert guidance and to find the perfect spectrophotometer for your business.
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