Description
Barbieri Spectro LFP qb Textile Edition (C5A00-T)
The Spectro LFP qb Textile Edition is Barbieri’s automated color measurement system for digital textile printing. Built on the Spectro LFP qb, it adds textile measurement software, the electrostatic textile sample holder and chart recognition that finds patches even when fabric stretch distorts the printed chart.
What is included (Barbieri price list, January 2026)
- C5A00 Spectro LFP qb, which includes: C5A10 Spectro LFP qb Spectral Unit, C5A20 Spectro LFP qb Platform, C5A30 Spectro LFP qb Sensing Unit, C5H40 Standard reflection sample holder, C5H50 Standard transmission sample holder, C5H70 Spot Measurement Guide
- C5H80 Electrostatic textile sample holder with frame
- C5H82 sticky mat sample holder
- C5S07 Textile activation Spectro LFP qb
Key specifications (from Barbieri)
- Six measuring modes for reflection and transmission
- Three switchable measurement apertures: 2, 6 and 8 mm
- M0, M1, M2 and M3 measurement conditions (ISO 13655)
- Media up to 20 mm thick, including textiles
- Camera-based chart recognition that measures charts even when they are distorted by fabric stretch
- Removable head for wireless spot color measurement on garments and oversized substrates
Sources: Barbieri Color Solutions price list, January 2026; Barbieri’s Spectro LFP qb Textile Edition page.
Related Barbieri products
- Barbieri Spectro LFP qb Spectrophotometer (C5A00)
- Barbieri Spectro LFP qb Essential DTG Bundle (C5A00-B3)
- Barbieri Electrostatic Textile Sample Holder with Frame, Spectro LFP qb (C5H80)
- Barbieri Sticky Mat Sample Holder for Spectro LFP qb (C5H82)
- Barbieri Extended Warranty for Spectro LFP qb, 3 Years Total (C5W00)
- Barbieri DOC Activation for Spectro LFP qb (C5S05)
Barbieri C5A00-T FAQ
What is included with the C5A00-T?
Per Barbieri’s January 2026 price list: C5A00 Spectro LFP qb; C5H80 Electrostatic textile sample holder with frame; C5H82 sticky mat sample holder; C5S07 Textile activation Spectro LFP qb.
Which software works with it?
Barbieri ships its Gateway measurement software and says the Spectro LFP qb is supported by more than 30 RIP, profiling and color management software solutions. Check Barbieri’s supported-software list for your RIP before you buy.
Is an extended warranty available?
Yes. The C5W00 extended warranty adds 2 years, for a total of 3 years.
Which textile workflows is it for?
Barbieri lists dye sublimation, direct to garment, direct to film, pigment, reactive, acid and other textile printing workflows.
Which fabrics can it measure?
Barbieri lists cotton, polyester, silk, viscose, wool, linen, blended fabrics, coated textiles, transfer materials and other digitally printed textile samples.
Where do these details come from?
From Barbieri Color Solutions’ January 2026 US price list and Barbieri’s product pages. Ask DTG if you are not sure which Barbieri part fits your instrument.
Questions about Barbieri color measurement? DTG (Digital Technology Group) runs the DTG Technology Center in Tampa, FL. Call a print specialist at 813.889.0660 or email info@dtgweb.com.
