Description
Barbieri Spectro LFP qb Spectrophotometer (C5A00)
The Barbieri Spectro LFP qb is an automated reflection and transmission spectrophotometer for profiling and color quality control on rigid, flexible, transparent, thick and specialty materials.
What is included (Barbieri price list, January 2026)
- 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
Key specifications (from Barbieri)
- Six automated measurement modes: FAST, UP DOWN and CONTACTLESS, each in reflection and transmission
- Three selectable measurement apertures: 2 mm, 6 mm and 8 mm
- M0, M1 and M2 measurement conditions in reflection and transmission, and M3 in reflection (ISO 13655)
- Rigid and flexible samples up to 20 mm thick (Barbieri recommends transmission measurement for samples up to about 3 mm)
- Detachable measurement head for wireless manual spot measurements
- Supported by more than 30 RIP, profiling and color management software solutions (per Barbieri)
Sources: Barbieri Color Solutions price list, January 2026; Barbieri’s Spectro LFP qb page.
Related Barbieri products
- Barbieri Spectro LFP qb Textile Edition (C5A00-T)
- Barbieri Spectro LFP qb Digital Press Edition (C5A00-DP)
- Barbieri Spectro LFP qb Essential Bundle (C5A00-B2)
- Barbieri Spectro LFP qb Professional Bundle (C5A00-B1)
- Barbieri Spectro LFP qb Essential DTG Bundle (C5A00-B3)
- Barbieri Extended Warranty for Spectro LFP qb, 3 Years Total (C5W00)
- Barbieri DOC Activation for Spectro LFP qb (C5S05)
Barbieri C5A00 FAQ
What is included with the C5A00?
Per Barbieri’s January 2026 price list: 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.
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.
What materials can the Spectro LFP qb measure?
Barbieri lists fine art and photo papers, vinyl, banner, mesh and flexible films, textiles and soft signage, acrylic, transparent films and backlit media, corrugated board, carton and rigid panels, laminates, ceramics, glass and other specialty materials.
How is the C5A00 different from the Digital Press Edition (C5A00-DP)?
The C5A00 includes the C5A30 sensing unit and the C5H50 transmission holder and measures in reflection and transmission with 2, 6 and 8 mm apertures. The Digital Press Edition is reflection only, with 2 and 6 mm apertures, and ships without the sensing unit and transmission holder.
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.
