UPRtek Announces End-of-Life (EOL) for the MK350D Handheld Spectrometer

by | 2026/03/11

A Legacy of Reliability: Transitioning to the next generation of handheld measurement technology

UPRtek today announces the official End-of-Life (EOL) for the MK350D Handheld Spectrometer, effective March 2026. After more than a decade of serving the lighting industry, the MK350D will begin its transition into a legacy phase as UPRtek focuses on the development of its next generation.

The MK350D has been a pivotal part of UPRtek’s handheld spectrometer lineup for many years. Known for its ultra-lightweight design and integrated flicker measurement, it has supported thousands of users in achieving precise on-site spectral analysis for over 10 years. 

MK350D EOL
MK350D Compact Form Factor

Service and Support Commitment

To honor the long-standing support of MK350D owners, UPRtek will continue to provide professional technical support and maintenance for the next five years:

  • Official EOL Date: March 2026
  • End-of-Service (EOS): March 2031

During this five-year window, UPRtek remains committed to offering calibration and repair services, contingent upon the availability of legacy components.

The Next Generation and Alternatives

While we conclude the production of the MK350D, UPRtek continues to offer a robust selection of handheld spectrometers. A new-generation compact MK350D is currently in development and is expected to be released later this year, bringing modernized sensor technology to our compact handheld series.

Until the release of the new model, we recommend the following options for your measurement needs:

  • MK350N Premium: Our high-performance handheld spectrometer designed for professional lighting design and manufacturing, featuring advanced CMOS technology and comprehensive flicker analysis (SVM/Index/Percentage).
  • Consult Our Sales Team: For those requiring specific compact solutions or transition advice, please contact your UPRtek sales representative for personalized assistance.
MK350D wireless control

MK350D Wireless Control

“The MK350D has been a cornerstone of our handheld spectrometer history for over ten years,” said the UPRtek team. “We are deeply grateful for the community’s trust in this device. This transition allows us to focus on delivering even more powerful and precise handheld tools to meet the evolving needs of the industry.”

 

For more information regarding the MK350D EOL schedule or to explore our other handheld spectrometer models, please visit https://www.uprtek.com/en/product/handheld-spectrometerss or contact us at sales@uprtek.com.

Press Contacts:

Hedy Lee / Nicole Yu

Tel: 886 037-580006 # 8202 / 1003

Mail: mkt@uprtek.com

Related Post

What is Metamerism?

What is Metamerism? Definition, Examples, and Applications

What is Metamerism?  Imagine you’re at a department store and find a shirt and pant combination. Despite being from different brands, they have perfectly matched colors.

Read More

Chicken under 2 kind of lights

Mystery Chicken: Revealing the Color Rendering Index!

Picture this: you’re at the grocery store, eyeing the chicken fillets on the shelf. The meat looks fresh and pink, but when you place it in your cart, something strange happens—the color transforms into a more yellowish, bland hue. Intrigued, I decided to investigate with the Color Rendering Index.

Read More

What is Human Centric Lighting? Development, Applications, and Solutions

What is a Spectrometer, Spectrophotometer, and Spectroradiometer? What’s the Difference?

In the realm of spectral devices, three devices stand out: a Spectrometer, a Spectrophotometer, and a Spectroradiometer. However, these terms have been so interchangeably used that we felt obligated to clarify their differences in one short article.

Read More

Hot Product

MK550T and MD100N Rental Service

Spectroradiometer Rental Services

UPRtek MK550T & MD100N Spectroradiometer Rental: Flexible terms, factory-calibrated accuracy, pre-shipment video verification. Great for project testing, QA, and pre-purchase trials. Request your rental quote today!

MK350S Premium product image

MK350S Premium

MK350S Premium is a full-featured Handheld Spectrometer used by lighting professionals with wide ranging projects and lighting challenges.

MK350N Premium product image

MK350N Premium

The MK350N Premium is our popular mid-range spectrometer, made for professionals who want top spectrometer performance without the need for specialized niche features (e.g. Manufacturing , PAR meter, Lighting Design).

PG200 Spectral PAR Meter Product Image

PG200N Spectral PAR METER

The PG200N is a Spectral PAR meter used to measure the quantity and quality of light for a new generation of indoor farmers who use artificial lighting as a substitute or complement to sunlight.

CV600 Product Image

CV600 Cinema Spectral Meter

The CV600 spectral color meter is for cinema and stage lighting professionals, providing tools to help assess/adjust color fidelity, improve color rendering, purchase better lights, recall lighting setup from previous performances and make better overall choices about lighting with the numbers.

UV100n front view

UV100N Spectral UV Meter

The UV100N Spectral UV Meter measures ultraviolet light for modern day UV light applications requiring versatility and spectral visualization.

MK330T product image

MK550T Handheld Spectroradiometer

The MK550T Handheld Spectroradiometer is used by Display Panel manufacturers as a cost-effective, lab-level device that measures panel performance.

MD100N product image

MD100N Desktop Spectroradiometer

The MD100N is a spectroradiometer that is cost-effective, with fast measurement times, and a focus on Laboratory-level precision. It can be used by manufacturers, OEM/ODM companies of any size and allows much more flexibility and versatility in Quality Control.

uSpectrum PC Software product image

uSpectrum PC Software

With the uSpectrum PC Software, you can connect your UPRtek device by USB cable to a PC or laptop, for full screen views and keyboard operations.

uFlicker PC Software product image

uFlicker PC Software

The uFlicker PC Software allows you to cable-connect your PC to a UPRtek device for PC controlled flicker operations. This allows you to have a workstation with operative controls, and full screen view with flicker data and graphs all in one place.