InSight Handheld Spectroradiometer (MS-100)

Introduction to Sensor

The MS-100 InSight is a portable handheld spectroradiometer designed for fast and accurate analysis of grow lights and spectral measurements. It instantly calculates key photobiology metrics, features an integrated display with spectral graphing, and connects to iOS, Android, and PC software for advanced analysis, data logging, and reporting. With USB and Modbus RS-485 connectivity, it is an ideal solution for horticultural lighting research, greenhouse monitoring, and laboratory applications.

Specifications

Specification	Details
Wavelength Range	380 to 780 nm
Wavelength Data Increment	1 nm
Spectral Bandwidth	Approximately 12 nm (half bandwidth)
Wavelength Reproducibility	±1 nm
Measurement Range	PPFD: 0.1 to 3,500 µmol m⁻² s⁻¹; Lux: 5 to 190,000 lx
Illuminance Accuracy (Illuminant A @ 2,856 K at 20,000 lx)	±5%
Color Accuracy (Illuminant A @ 2,856 K at 20,000 lx)	±0.0025 in CIE 1931 x, y
Color Repeatability (Illuminant A @ 2,856 K at 20,000 lx)	±0.0005 in CIE 1931 x, y
CCT Accuracy (Illuminant A @ 2,856 K at 20,000 lx)	±2%
CRI Accuracy @ Ra	±1.5%
Stray Light	-25 dB max
Integration Time Range	6 to 1,000 ms
Capture Function	One-time
Operation Modes	Standalone Mode, Bluetooth Mode, USB Mode (PC Connection)
Measuring Modes	PPFD, ePPFD, YPFD, TPFD
Measuring Modes	PFD-UV, PFD-B, PFD-G, PFD-R
Measuring Modes	PFD-FR, FR F, PPE, iPPE
Measuring Modes	CFI, CRI, CCT, Lux
Measuring Modes	R F-R R, fc, λp, λd
Measuring Modes	CIE 1931 x & y, CIE 1976 u’ & v’
Measuring Modes	Spectrum Graphics
Measuring Capabilities	Illuminance (Lux) / Foot Candle (fc)
Measuring Capabilities	Correlated Color Temperature (CCT)
Measuring Capabilities	CIE Chromaticity Coordinates (CIE 1931 x, y; CIE 1976 u’, v’; CIE 1931 XYZ)
Measuring Capabilities	Dominant Wavelength (λd)
Measuring Capabilities	Color Rendering Index (CRI, Ra) / R1 to R15
Measuring Capabilities	PPFD (400 to 700 nm) mˉ² sˉ¹; ePPFD (400 to 750 nm) mˉ² sˉ¹; PPF-UV (380 to 400 nm) mˉ² sˉ¹; PPF-B (400 to 500 nm) mˉ² sˉ¹; PPF-G (500 to 600 nm) mˉ² sˉ¹; PPF-R (600 to 700 nm) mˉ² sˉ¹; PPF-NIR (700 to 780)
Measuring Capabilities	Percent Flicker
Measuring Capabilities	Spectral Power Distribution (SPD) (mW/m²)
Measuring Capabilities	Peak Wavelength (λp)
Measuring Capabilities	Peak Wavelength (λpV)
Measuring Capabilities	Integration Time (i-time)
Display	0.96″ 128 × 64 Mono OLED
Maximum Files	≈1.2 million files on 8 GB Micro SD card (Excel format)
Battery Operation Time	≦ 3 hours/Fully charged
Battery Requirement	USB Power Adapter (5 V, 1 A); 700 mAh / 3.7 V Rechargeable Li-ion Battery (No fast charging)
Data Output Interface	Mini USB (USB 2.0), Bluetooth 3.0 & 4.0 (iOS/Android), Micro SD Card (SD 2.0, SDHC/up to 32G)
Data Format	Compatible with Microsoft Office Excel
Dimensions	90 × 30 × 32.2 mm (H × W × D)
Weight (with Battery)	70 g ± 5 g
Operating Temperature	0 to 35˚C, relative humidity 70 % of less without condensation
Storage Temperature	-10 to 40˚C, relative humidity 70 % of less without condensation
Display Language	English
Software	Apogee InSight
Warranty	1 Year