Curved Surface GlossMeter

A curved surface gloss meter works by directing a light source at a specific angle onto the curved sample and measuring the intensity of the reflected light, which is then compared with a standard plate to determine the gloss value. It is used to detect the uniformity of gloss on curved surfaces and is suitable for quality control of arc-shaped surfaces such as automotive parts and plastic casings.
Selection
When selecting, consider the curvature of the surface to match the instrument's measurement head structure, ensure the measurement range covers the gloss range of the sample, check the validity of the instrument's calibration certificate, prioritize models with surface curvature compensation, and verify whether the measurement accuracy meets industry standard requirements.

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Instruments

The support ring contains 12 different models, covering the R10 to infinity surface range, suitable for inner and outer cylindrical and spherical surface measurement, ensuring the accuracy and Stability of surface hardness testing.

$ 251.00

Equipped with 1.5 * 3mm elliptical small hole measurement port, suitable for curved and complex shape surfaces, Measurement range 0~ 199.9GU, Graduation 0.1GU, Stability +/- 0.4GU, to meet a variety of standard requirements.

$ 457.00

Using 60 ° Measurement Angles and 3 * 6mm small aperture design, accurate measurement of complex curved surfaces and small area samples, Measurement range 0~ 199.9GU, Indication Error only +/- 1.2GU, Stability up to +/- 0.4GU.

$ 415.00

Equipped with 2 * 3mm minimum measurement diaMeter, support curved surface and irregular object measurement; Adopt dual optical path technology and high-end Sensor, Repeatability up to 0.2GU; Built-in simple and statistical mode, can store 10000 data.

$ 557.00

Measurement beam of light diaMeter 1.5mm, measurement window 4mmx2mm, suitable for facet and curved surface measurement; single AA battery can work for more than 58 hours, compact and easy to carry.

$ 444.00

Adopt 60 ° Measurement Angles and 10 * 20mm Measuring Area, equipped with small aperture elliptical measurement port dedicated to curved metal measurement, powered by No. 5 battery for easy field operation, Stability up to +/- 0.4GU.

$ 469.00

With 2x3mm minimum measurement diaMeter, it can measure any curved surface sample; Repeatability up to 0.2GU, using dual optical path technology and high-quality Sensor; Built-in simple and statistical Measurement mode, support Glossiness comparative analysis.

$ 4559.00

Measurement beam of light diaMeter 1.5mm, measurement window 4mmx2mm, suitable for facet and small curvature surface measurement, low energy consumption single battery can last for more than 58 hours.

$ 428.00

Equipped with 1.5x3mm elliptical small measurement port, suitable for curved and irregular metal surfaces, Measurement range of 0~ 1000GU, intelligent control to ensure data stability, error less than 1.2GU.

$ 512.00

Using 2.0MHz Frequency, specially designed for cast iron and other coarse crystal materials, concave curved surface structure is suitable for special workpiece shape, Measurement range covers 2.0~ 400.0mm, and the lower limit of pipe measurement is Φ 30 * 4mm.

$ 283.00

The small aperture design facilitates the measurement of curved and irregular surfaces. It features a 2.4-inch color screen and Bluetooth connectivity, with a built-in 3000mAh lithium battery for extended usage, and offers a data storage capacity of up to 2000 entries.

$ 393.00

Adopt 4mm small diaMeter design, suitable for surface or small area measurement; Repeatability Delta E * ab < 0.05 to ensure Measurement accuracy; Horizontal structure is small in size, comfortable and stable to hold.

$ 1203.00

Using 60 ° Measurement Angles and 0~ 1000GU Measurement range, with high Stability and portable design, one battery can be used continuously for nearly 60 hours, suitable for a variety of curved and small size sample detection.

$ 646.00

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

With 60 ° Measurement Angles and 0~ 1000GU range, Repeatability up to 0.2%, support surface Measurement mode and data statistics function, super power saving design single battery can measure 100,000 data sets.

$ 687.00

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.
Three-angle gloss meter for evaluating coatings with different gloss levels
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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.