Miniature Aperture GlossMeter

The small-aperture gloss meter projects light onto the sample surface at a fixed angle, and the receiver measures the intensity of specularly reflected light. Gloss is determined by comparing the reflectivity with that of a standard reference plate. It is used to measure the gloss uniformity of curved, small-area, or uneven surfaces and finds applications in the inspection of automotive parts, electronic product coatings, and small-scale craft quality control.
Selection
When selecting, consider whether the measurement aperture size matches the curvature of the sample surface, verify that the instrument's angle standards comply with industry norms, ensure the measurement range covers the gloss values of the samples to be tested, inspect the integrity of the instrument calibration plate and its ease of operation, and evaluate factors such as environmental light interference and compatibility of data output interfaces.

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Instruments

Using 60 ° Measurement Angles and 2x4mm small aperture design, the repeability accuracy reaches 0.2GU, supports four Measurement modes, and can store 500 sets of data to meet a variety of industrial standard requirements.

$ 557.00

Adopt 3 * 6mm small aperture design, suitable for surface and ultra-small object measurement, Repeatability in the range of 0-100GU up to +/- 0.2GU, support normal and QC mode switching, built-in rechargeable battery life over 48 hours.

$ 393.00

Adopt 1.5x3mm elliptical measurement port, specially designed for concave surface, Measurement accuracy +/- 1.2GU, Stability +/- 0.4GU, compact and portable, suitable for complex shape surfaces.

$ 598.00

The measurement aperture is only 1mm, which can accurately measure small or special-shaped surfaces. The repeability is ≤ 0.03, and the accuracy is high. With split design, Probe can flexibly align or invert measurement, and the operation experience is good.

$ 990.00

With 60 ° Measurement Angles and 9 * 15mm Measuring Area, the repeatability is up to +/- 1GU, with automatic check and correction standard board function and 30-second automatic shutdown design, which meets the requirements of JJG696 secondary working Glossmeter.

$ 167.00

Equipped with a 50mm large test aperture, it is particularly suitable for measuring objects with uneven surfaces; the standard deviation ΔE*ab ≤ 0.03 ensures ultra-high repeatability; it can display spectral reflectance curves, providing professional color data.

$ 1455.00

Hollow self-resetting hydraulic cylinder design, center aperture 18mm, with peak holding and automatic shutdown functions, manual pump pressurization, suitable for laboratory and field use.

$ 690.00

Measurement range of 25~ 120cSt, outflow aperture of 2.53mm, suitable for laboratory viscosity testing.

$ 167.00

With a 7.5mm aperture design, it provides 42 holes and supports a variety of testtube specifications to ensure Temperature uniformity and Fast Response, suitable for Sample Handling in high temperature environments.

$ 148.00

Aperture 4.12mm, viscosity measurement range of 70~ 370cSt, aluminum alloy Cup with stainless steel aperture, in line with ASTM D1200 standard, suitable for laboratory viscosity testing.

$ 167.00

It adopts 28.5mm aperture design and is equipped with 4 sample holes to support stable operation in high temperature environment and meet the heating needs of different specifications of containers.

$ 148.00

Featuring a 20mm large aperture design, it enables uniform measurement of textured and rough surfaces; repeatability ΔE*ab ≤ 0.03 ensures high precision; equipped with a touchscreen and color card matching for convenient operation, supporting multiple color difference formulas and color spaces.

$ 490.00

The 10.5mm aperture design provides 24 holes to ensure uniform heating of the sample and is suitable for stable experimental operation in high temperature environments.

$ 148.00

Outflow aperture 3.4mm, viscosity measurement range 49~ 220cSt, aluminum alloy Cup with stainless steel aperture, in line with ASTM D1200 standard, suitable for laboratory viscosity testing.

$ 167.00

Hollow self-resetting hydraulic cylinder design, maximum pulling force 30kN, center aperture 18mm, with peak holding and automatic shutdown function, simple operation suitable for on-site use.

$ 779.00

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.
Key steps for measuring the efflux time of varnish using a viscosity cup method
This article introduces the method for measuring the outflow time of varnish using a viscosity cup. The principle is based on Poiseuille's law, where viscosity is estimated by recording the time it takes for the liquid to completely flow out from the small hole at the bottom of the cup—longer times typically indicate higher viscosity.
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.
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.