Non-destructive Gloss Meter

The gloss meter measures the specular reflection of light from an object's surface using a photoelectric sensor and quantifies the gloss level numerically. It is used for quality inspection of surfaces such as coatings and plastics to ensure consistent appearance.
Selection
When selecting, consider the measurement angle to match the sample's gloss range, check the calibration stability of the instrument, confirm the measurement aperture fits the size of the area being measured, verify data repeatability, and evaluate operational convenience.

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Instruments

Using photothermal method to achieve non-destructive measurement, Measurement range 0-300μm, accuracy +/- 3%, can be measured in any shape of the sample including the frame and edge.

$ 25028.00

Adopt 60 ° Measurement Angles, Measurement range 0~ 199.5GU, Indication Error +/- 2GU, built-in rechargeable battery can last for more than 24 hours to meet the needs of surface Gloss measurement of various materials.

$ 283.00

Adopt split Probe, Frequency 5MHz/2.5MHz, Measurement range 1.2-225 mm, support Speed of sound back measurement and Data storage functions, suitable for a variety of material thickness detection.

$ 242.00

The 45 ° ring illumination structure is used to eliminate the direction dependence, the Inter-instrument Agreement Delta E * ab Technologies 0.2, the chromatic value Repeatability Delta E * ab 0.03, the built-in Gloss Sensor realizes the simultaneous measurement of Color Gloss, and the test port is designed to support a variety of morphological samples.

$ 9078.00

Measurement range 50-3800 microns, ASTM D6132 and ISO 2808 compliant, non-destructive ultrasonic technology, Sensitive Sensor and Wear Resistant Probe support for multi-Probe replacement.

$ 3117.00

Using 20 degree Measurement Angles, Measurement range 0~ 300GU, Indication Error +/- 1.2GU, equipped with elliptical measurement port and Ni-MH rechargeable battery, suitable for high Gloss object surface detection.

$ 448.00

Non-contact measurement distance 7.5mm +/- 3mm fluctuation is still accurate, the measurement time is only 20ms, built-in auto calibration and Gloss compensation technology to ensure accurate and reliable Color data.

$ 12068.00

The pat speed is 3~ 12 times/second, the pat spacing is 0~ 40mm, the homogeneity is soft and non-destructive, and there is no need to sterilize, which effectively prevents cross-contamination and protects the operator's safety.

$ 1639.00

Using magnetic Induction principle, automatically identify magnetic metal substrate, high wear-resistant carbide Probe service life of more than 500,000 times, with zero point, single point, five point Adjustment, can store 1600 measurement data and connect to computer software.

$ 311.00

Measurement of thick soft coatings such as polyurea and asphalt, thickness range 50 to 7600 μm, storage of 100,000 readings, ASTM D6132 compliant, non-destructive ultrasonic technology, durable and easy to operate.

$ 3987.00

Adopt 45 ° circular lighting structure, reduce texture effect, compatible with 60 ° Gloss measurement, Repeatability Delta E * ab 0.03, built-in high Sensitivity Sensor, suitable for matte and textured material surfaces.

$ 6334.00

Measurement range 13-1000μm, accuracy +/- (3% H + 2) μm, non-destructive ultrasonic technology, resistance to solvents, acids, oils, water and dust, storage of 250 readings, support for USB connection and software updates.

$ 2855.00

The three-angle measurement design covers 20 °/60 °/85 °, the measurement range is 0.1~ 200GU, the repeability is +/- 0.5GU, and 254 sets of data storage and Bluetooth output are supported to meet the needs of surface Gloss detection of various materials.

$ 336.00

Adopt 60 ° Measurement Angles, Measurement range 0~ 1000GU, Repeatability 0.2GU, support USB and Bluetooth interface, can store 10000 sample data, suitable for surface Gloss measurement of various materials.

$ 332.00

45 ° ring illumination and 0 ° viewing angle structure are used to effectively eliminate mirror light interference on textured surfaces. Built-in Gloss Sensor realizes simultaneous measurement, and the spectral reflectance Repeatability Standard Deviation is within 0.08%, suitable for matte and textured materials.

$ 3753.00

Articles

Gloss meter measures the surface brightness of packaging film.
This article introduces the principle and method of using a gloss meter to measure the surface glossiness of packaging films. The gloss meter quantifies the specular reflection capability of a surface in gloss units by measuring the ratio of reflected light from the sample to that from a standard plate.
Gloss meter measures the gloss consistency of resin coating film surfaces.
This article introduces how to use a gloss meter to measure the gloss consistency of resin coating film surfaces.
Application of Gloss Meter in Gloss Measurement of Varnish Coatings
A gloss meter is used to measure the gloss of varnish coatings by detecting surface-reflected light to quantitatively assess the appearance of the coating. The measurement is based on the principle of specular reflection of light, commonly employing angles such as 20°, 60°, and 85° to correspond to different gloss ranges, and follows standard formulas for calculation.
Glossmeter 75-degree angle measurement for paper gloss
This article introduces the principle and method of measuring paper gloss using a 75-degree specular gloss meter. Gloss is defined as the ratio of the light reflected from the paper surface to that reflected from a standard reference plate, with the 75-degree angle commonly used for measuring medium to high gloss papers.
Haze meter detects haze on high-gloss coating surfaces
Haze is the phenomenon where a high-gloss coating surface causes a blurring of reflected images due to light scattering, which reduces visual clarity. A haze meter quantifies the haze value by measuring the intensity ratio between the specularly reflected light and the scattered light at specific small angles. The lower the value, the clearer the surface.
Three-angle gloss meter for evaluating coatings with different gloss levels
Glossiness is a key indicator for evaluating the optical properties of a surface, defined as the ratio of the reflected luminous flux to the incident luminous flux, typically expressed as a percentage or in gloss units.
Method for measuring the gloss of ink surfaces using a gloss meter
This article introduces the method of measuring the surface gloss of ink using a gloss meter. Gloss is a key indicator of the visual quality of ink, and the instrument quantifies gloss by measuring reflected light at specific angles.
The use of a gloss meter in evaluating the surface gloss of printing paper and art paper.
Gloss meters quantify paper gloss by measuring surface reflected light, with 20°, 60°, and 85° angles commonly used for high, medium, and low gloss surfaces, respectively. The gloss characteristics of printing paper and art paper differ, so the appropriate measurement angle should be selected based on the estimated gloss level.
Determination of specular gloss: Selection criteria for instruments at different angles (20°/60°/85°)
Specular gloss is a measure of a material's ability to reflect light, calculated by comparing the reflected luminous flux of a sample with that of a standard plate. Three angles—20°, 60°, and 85°—are commonly used for measurement, corresponding to high-gloss, medium-gloss, and low-gloss surfaces, respectively.