Gloss Meters

Test Application

Best Application: Micro-gloss meter on color

Applications

The micro-gloss has been the unsurpassed industry standard in gloss measurement for many years. It is the only gloss meter combining the highest accuracy, ease-of-use and multiple functionality - essential for today`s testing requirements. In addition, the smart-chart software is the ideal tool for smart communication with professional documentation and efficient data analysis.

Ergonomics and easy handling were the main focus for the design. The micro-gloss is not too large and not too small - it feels just right in your hand. The scroll wheel operation and new color display with an easy-to-navigate menu make gloss measurement easier than ever before.

Accurate readings require reliable calibration. The gloss meter and calibration holder make a perfect couple – the calibration standard is always protected in the holder of the micro-gloss. The intelligent auto diagnosis of the gloss meter is a unique feature which guarantees long-term calibration stability and tells you when to calibrate. It even checks whether the standard is clean, operator friendly and safe.

With the micro-gloss gloss meter you can measure any material - paints, plastics or brightened metals. Its expanded range measures from very matte to mirror like reflection of up to 2000 gloss units, automatically and without additional calibration. Always reliable results – according to international standards.

Features/Advantages

Smart functions for different applications

Different tasks require different tools. The easy to turn scroll wheel of the gloss meter quickly shows you all needed functions.

Basic mode

Your tool to quickly check the gloss of a few samples.

Statistic mode

Not only shows the average, but all statistical data needed to judge whether the measured difference is significant or how uniform the surface gloss is on your sample. You define what you want to see: mean, standard deviation, range, min/max, etc.

Difference mode

Allows you to define a reference with Pass/Fail limits and will compare all of the following measurements to the selected reference. The Pass/ Fail indication is colorfully shown on the high resolution display – ideal for production control.

Continuous mode

The most efficient way to quickly check the uniformity of a large sample surface. You define the measurement interval and are now ready to continuously measure the gloss by sliding the micro-gloss over the surface. When finished, the average with min - max range are displayed.

Unsurpassed technical performance

No matter how harsh your production conditions are or how tight your limits may be, accuracy and reliability of the micro-gloss are proven by thousands of users to guarantee always the highest quality.

The long-term stable LED light source of the gloss meter provides not only highly repeatable results for many years, but also will never burn out. A 10 year warranty on the lamp life is guaranteed.

Due to advanced temperature control, the micro-gloss assures the highest stability of the gloss readings - if you are in the lab or move to a “hot spot” on the line.

Our patented calibration procedure during the production of the gloss meters enables an excellent inter-instrument agreement. No matter how far your customer may be away, if he is one of the thousands of micro-gloss users, he will read the same values as you.

Technical Specifications

Measurement range		0 - 100 GU, 100 - 2000 GU
Repeatability		± 0.2 GU (0-100GU) , ± 0.2 % (100-2000GU) S-Type gloss meters: ± 0.1 GU (0-20G at 60º)
Reproducibility		± 0.5 GU(0-100GU), ± 0.5 % (100-2000GU) S-Type gloss meters: ± 0.2 GU (0-20G at 60º)
Spectral sensitivity		CIE standard observer for illuminant CIE-C
Measuring time		0.5 seconds / geometry
Substrate		Fe: magnetic, NFe: non-magnetic
Measurement Range		0 - 500 Μm (0 - 20 mils)
Accuracy		± (1.5 Μm +2% of measured value)
Memory		999 readings with date and time
Interface		USB
Power supply		one 1.5V AA Alkaline Battery 4,000 readings or via USB-port
Dimensions		155 x 73 x 48 mm (6.1 x 2.9 x 1.9 in)
Weight		0.4 kg (0.9 lbs)
Operating temperature		15 - 40 °C (60 - 104 °F)
Relative humidity		up to 85 %, non-condensing
Standard		ISO 2813, 7668	ASTM D 523, D 2457
		DIN 67530	JIS Z 8741

Description	Geometry	Application	Measuring Area
micro-TRI-gloss	20°, 60°, 85°	universal	20°, 60°, 85°
micro-TRI-gloss Μ	20°, 60°, 85°	universal	20°, 60°, 85°
micro-gloss 60° S	60°	semi-gloss	9 x 15 mm (0.35 x 0.6 in)
micro-TRI-gloss S	20°, 60°, 85°	universal	20°, 60°, 85°
micro-gloss 60° XS	60°	semi-gloss	2 x 4 mm (0.08 x 0.16 in)
micro-gloss 60° XS-S	60°	semi-gloss	2 x 4 mm (0.08 x 0.16 in)
micro-gloss 20°	20°	high gloss	10 x 10 mm (0.4 x 0.4 in)
micro-gloss 45°	45°	Paper, Vinyl Siding	9 x 13 mm (0.35 x 0.5 in)
micro-gloss 60°	60°	semi-gloss	9 x 15 mm (0.35 x 0.6 in)
micro-gloss 75°	75°	Paper, Vinyl Siding	7 x 24 mm (0.3 x 0.95 in)
micro-gloss 85°	85°	low gloss	5 x 38 mm (0.2 x 1.5 in)

Comes complete with:
Glossmeter		Holder with integrated calibration tile
Traceable certificate		USB-cable, Battery
Operating manual		Carrying case
Software for download: smart-lab Gloss or smart-process Gloss with 2 licenses. Note: After software download both software packages can be used for 30 day free trial. Thereafter, the user needs to decide and register for one software package.
Extended Warranty: see pages about Technical Service

System Requirements:
Operating system: Windows® 7 SP1 or 8.1		Microsoft®. NET Framework 4
Interface: free USB-port		Memory: 4 GB RAM, 8 GB recommended
Hard-disc capacity: min. 300 MB		Monitor resolution: 1280 x 1024 pixel or higher
Hardware: Core 2 Duo, 2.2 GHz, i7 recommended or equivalent