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Three angle gloss meter

Article No. 4563

micro-TRI-gloss
Universal gloss meter for high - semi - low gloss surfaces

  • 20, 60 and 85° angle in one instrument
  • Universal application from high to low gloss

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$4,475.00 €3,575.00 excl. taxes & shipping cost

Features

Three angle gloss meter - see gloss changes under the right angle. In order to obtain differences clearly over the whole range from matte to high gloss, three measurement geometries were specified in international glossmeter standards. Each geometry is optimized for a specific gloss range.

The micro-TRI-gloss combines 20°, 60° and 85° in one glossmeter - having three geometries in one unit allows you to be in compliance with international standards and to quickly recognize quality variations.

  • 20, 60 and 85° in one: from high to low gloss - have the specified angle on hand
  • For any material: paint, plastic or even mirror-like metals
  • All angles measure at the same location, and the results appear simultaneously
  • Intelligent gloss measurement with smart communication
  • Excellent repeatability and inter-instrument agreement guaranteed
  • Intelligent auto diagnosis guarantees always accurate readings
  • Brilliant color display easy to read - easy to use
  • Statistics, Pass/Fail and Memory - ideal for QC and checks in the field
  • Continuous mode to check uniformity over large areas
  • smart-chart software: instant QC reports with trend graph and Pass/Fail limits

Technical Attributes

    Technical Specifications

  • Geometry
    20°, 60°, 85°
  • Application
    universal
  • Measuring Area

    20°:  10 x 10 mm

    60°:  9 x 15 mm

    85°:  5 x 38 mm

  • Measuring Area

    20°:  0.4 x 0.4 in

    60°:  0.35 x 0.6 in

    85°:  0.2 x 1.5 in

  • Gloss Measurement

  • Measuring Range

    20°:  0 - 2000 GU

    60°:  0 - 1000 GU

    85°:  0 - 160 GU

  • Repeatability

    0 - 100 GU:  ± 0.2 GU

    100 - 2000 GU:  ± 0.2 %

  • Reproducibility

    0 - 100 GU:  ± 0.5 GU

    100 - 2000 GU:  ± 0.5 %

  • Spectral sensitivity
    CIE standard observer for illuminant CIE-C
  • General

  • Measuring time
    0.5 seconds / geometry
  • Memory
    999 readings with date and time
  • Interface
    USB
  • Languages
    English French German Italian Spanish
  • Power supply
    one 1.5V AA Alkaline Battery, or via USB-port
  • Battery Capacity
    4,000 readings
  • Weight
    0.4 kg
  • Weight
    0.9 lb
  • Operating temperature
    15 - 40 °C
  • Operating temperature
    60 - 104 °F
  • Relative humidity
    up to 85 %, non-condensing
  • Dimensions: L x W x H
    15.5 x 4.8 x 7.3 cm
  • Dimensions: L x W x H
    6.1 x 1.9 x 2.9 in

Standards

ISO

2813 7668

ASTM

D523 D2457

JIS

Z 8741

DIN

67530

Delivery Content

Glossmeter
Calibration holder TRI (4447)
USB-cable micro-gloss (4405)
Software with 2 licenses for download:
smart-lab Gloss (4866) or smart-process Gloss (4867)
Battery
Traceable certificate
Manual
Carrying case

Knowledge

Gloss Measurement

Gloss measurement is an important factor in quality control to guarantee a consistent and uniform gloss of any product. The visual perception is depending on the observer, illumination and viewing conditions as well as on material and product properties. In order to measure gloss objectively instrumental measurement is performed with a gloss meter. Dependent on the gloss level and the application different geometries and functions are needed. The following article reviews visual perception of gloss, measurement principle of a gloss meter, when to use which measurement geometry and gives practical hints for special applications and how to deal with limitations. 

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Guide for Reliable Gloss Data

Uniform and consistent gloss are an essential quality criterion for a variety of products. Therefore, gloss needs to be objectively measured. Only what can be objectively measured, can be controlled and can be optimized which is of importance in product development as well as in production control. Especially in case of multi-component products a uniform gloss is an expression of “high quality”. Variations in gloss look like something is wrong and the end-user will perceive it as a defect. Therefore, gloss limits and tolerances are defined based on application and customer expectations.

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