Opacity Applicator

The hiding power applicator forms a uniformly thick wet film on the test substrate through a mechanical scraper, evaluating the hiding performance of pigments based on the coating's ability to conceal the substrate color. It is used in the production of coatings and inks to quickly compare the hiding effects of different formulations and control the amount of raw materials used.
Selection
When selecting, consider the substrate thickness to match the gap of the coating bar, choose stainless steel material for corrosion resistance, and ensure the scale markings are clear for easy reading. Determine the width of the coating bar based on the commonly used coating amount. For handheld operation, pay attention to the flatness of the blade. In laboratory environments, prioritize models with a base for stable fixation.

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Instruments

Pure white paper surface sealed, size 194x286mm, ASTM standard, support hiding power measurement and levelling sag test, matching Applicator Rod can obtain uniform coating results.

$ 307.00

Using blue light diffuse reflection factor R457 measurement technology, Precision ≤ 0.5%, can simultaneously analyze the content of Fluorescent Whitening Agent and determine Opacity, transparency and other Optical inspection paraMeters, support thermal printing output.

$ 1259.00

The black and white contrast design can intuitively evaluate the covering effect, in line with the D4941 standard specification, the size is 140x254mm for easy operation, the matching Applicator Rod can obtain uniform coating, support levelling sag and other tests.

$ 275.00

R457 blue light whiteness formula, Measurement range 0~ 100%, resolution 0.1, Repeatability ≤ 0.3, suitable for fluorescent whitening objects and paper Opacity measurement.

$ 490.00

Using sealed surface preparation, excellent waterproof and anti-Curling performance, specification 200x125mm, black and white checkerboard design is convenient for fast measurement of hiding power values within 1 second.

$ 162.00

Using blue light whiteness R457 standard, Measurement range 0~ 100, Repeatability ≤ 0.5, Basis Weight can reflect fluorescent whitening effect and accurate measurement paper Opacity.

$ 654.00

Laminating-free black and white half design, size 98 * 152mm, Encasement specification 100 sheets/bag, suitable for Coating inks film hiding power performance detection experiment.

$ 89.00

R457 blue light whiteness formula, Measurement range 0~ 199.9%, resolution 0.1, Basis Weight measurement of whiteness of fluorescent whitening objects and paper Opacity, suitable for a variety of materials surface flat samples.

$ 332.00

Adopting 500 * 700mm Dimensions, used with bar or Film Applicator, is conducive to the smooth and effective film, and improves the convenience of film operation.

$ 227.00

Measurement accuracy of +/- 1 units or 1% with 45/0 ° illumination and CIE Illuminant C. Automatic dual-standard calibrated, large backlit LCD display and rechargeable battery for quick on-site measurement.

$ 4914.00

Using 180 * 480mm size, with wire Rod or Film Applicator scraping ink, is conducive to the film flat and effective, improve film mass.

$ 122.00

Black and white half design, size 98x152mm, ASTM standard, can accurately measure Coating hiding power, support transparent film and plastic pRoducts hiding ratio detection.

$ 267.00

It can measure the blue light diffuse reflection factor R457, analyze the fluorescent whitening agent, and print the results directly with a built-in micro-printer, repeatability error ≤ 0.1, support Opacity and light absorption coefficient measurement.

$ 1348.00

Using film lamination technology, with excellent solvent and chemical resistance, paper Film thickness 0.29mm, surface Laminating to ensure Spreader uniformity, with annotation section for easy recording of test data.

$ 306.00

Stainless steel material to ensure durability, wet film thickness 30-120μm optional, accuracy +/- 2μm, application width 60mm, can be used with Automatic Film Applicator.

$ 186.00

Articles

Spectrophotometer measures ink spectral reflectance and opacity.
This article introduces how to measure the hiding power of ink using a spectrophotometer. The instrument irradiates the ink sample, measures its reflectance within the visible light spectrum, and calculates the hiding power using the Kubelka-Munk model.
The combination of hiding power chart paper and a spectrophotometer enables the digital evaluation of hiding power.
This article introduces how to combine hiding power cards with spectrophotometers to achieve digital assessment of hiding power.
Technical Details of Measuring Paint Contrast Ratio Using Black-and-White Checkerboard Method with Hiding Power Card
This article introduces a method for measuring the hiding power of coatings using black and white checkerboard paper.
Reflectometer for measuring the hiding power of colored paint coatings
This article introduces the method of using a reflectometer to measure the hiding power of colored paint coatings. Hiding power refers to the ability of a coating to conceal differences in the underlying color. Traditional methods relying on visual judgment are prone to subjective influences, while instrumental measurement offers greater objectivity and accuracy.
Application of Two-Step Method with Pre-Coating and Fine-Coating in Eliminating Bubble Defects for Dual-Blade Coater
The dual-blade coater employs a two-step method of pre-coating and precision coating to eliminate bubble defects during the coating process. In the pre-coating stage, high shear force is applied to break the bubbles in the slurry, causing them to rupture and rise to the surface. The precision coating stage then precisely controls the coating thickness, removing any remaining bubbles to form a uniform wet film.
Key Points for Controlling Coating Longitudinal Uniformity with Manual Rod Coater Constant Speed Dragging Techniques
This article discusses how to control the longitudinal uniformity of the coating by dragging at a constant speed when using a manual wire rod coater. A constant-speed drag is crucial, as it directly determines the consistency of the wet film thickness.
Derivation and Validation of the Quantitative Relationship between Wire Diameter and Wet Film Thickness in Wire Wound Coating Bars
This paper investigates the relationship between the wire diameter in a wire-wound rod coater and the wet film thickness. Theoretically, under ideal conditions, the wet film thickness is approximately half of the wire diameter.
Actual Coating Thickness Deviation of Stainless Steel Wire Rod Coaters at Different Slurry Solid Contents
This article analyzes the actual coating thickness deviation of stainless steel wire rod coaters under different slurry solid contents. The study finds that the solid content of the slurry affects its viscosity and flowability, leading to deviations in the actual coating thickness from the theoretical value.
Opacity tester evaluates the covering power of coatings.
The hiding power tester is a professional instrument used to evaluate the covering ability of coatings. It quantifies the hiding effect by measuring the reflectance ratio (contrast ratio) of the coating film on black and white substrates.
Black-and-white checkerboard and reflectometer for measuring pigment hiding power
This article introduces two methods for measuring the hiding power of pigments: the black-and-white checkerboard method and the reflectometer method.
Covering Power Evaluation—Mass per Unit Area Method vs. Reflectance Comparison Method
This article primarily discusses two common methods for evaluating hiding power in industries such as coatings and inks: the mass per unit area method and the reflectance contrast method.
The role of black-and-white test paper in contrast ratio measurement
Black-and-white test paper plays a key role in determining the contrast ratio of coating materials. The contrast ratio is an important indicator of hiding power, calculated by comparing the reflectance of the coating on black and white substrates.
Hiding power measurement: Equivalence of mass per unit area method and reflectance contrast method.
Covering power is a key indicator for evaluating the optical performance of coating materials such as paints, inks, and pigments, reflecting the material's ability to conceal the color of the substrate. Accurate determination of covering power is crucial in industrial quality control and research and development.
Coating film preparation techniques: comparison between wire-wound applicators and wet film preparators
This article compares two commonly used tools in laboratory coating film preparation: the wire rod coater and the wet film applicator.
Application of Wire Bar Coater in the Preparation of Coating, Ink, and Printing Samples
A wire-wound rod coater is a laboratory tool used for preparing uniform wet film coatings on flat substrates, widely applied in the production of samples in the coatings, inks, and printing industries.