High-performance, microprocessor driven VIS spectrophotometer with RFID technology for sample identification and tracing when using cuvette tests. Suitable for water analytics and user applications. Device includes several preconfigured application programs as well as all HACH LANGE standard test methods. Extensive, user-defined applications can be programmed. Type and expiry date of cuvette tests are identified automatically. The user is guided through the complete measuring process via touch screen.