Novo-Gloss Flex 60 Gloss Meter

• Data

  Measurement Angle	GU	GUh
  Measurement Range:	0-125 GU	0 -125 GUh (0-12.5 GU)
  Resolution:	0.1 GU	0.1 GUh (0.01 GU)
  Repeatability:	±0.2 GU	±0.5 GUh (0.05 GU)
  Reproducibility:	±0.5 GU	±2.0 GUh (0.2 GU)
  Standards:	ISO 2813, ASTM D523, ASTM D2457, DIN 67530, JIS 8741, JIS K 5600-4-7
  60° Universal angle - all gloss levels
  GUh Improved resolution for low gloss finishes
  Instrument Specifications
  Operation:	Full color easy to read screen Adjustable brightness 6 button touch sensitive interface with measurement buttons on the head unit
  Construction:	Integrated calibration holders for error free calibration
  Measurement:	Fast measurement Results batching with user definable names
  Statistical Analysis:	Max, min, mean, S.D.
  Graphical Analysis:	On board trend analysis
  Power:	Rechargeable lithium ion 17+ hours operation 14,000 readings per charge
  Memory:	8MB= 2950 readings User definable alphanumeric batching
  Data Transfer:	Bluetooth PC compatible USB connection, no software installation required Novo-Gloss MultiGauge analysis software
  Measurement Area:	60°: 6mm x 12mm Operating Temperature: 15 - 40° C (60 - 104° F) Humidity: Up to 85%, non condensing
  Dimensions & Weight:	Instrument: 3.14" x 6" x 1.37" (H x W x D), 0.9 lb (392g) Measurement head: 2.36" x 4.33" x 1.1" (H x W x D), 0.2 lb (109g) Packed weight: 3.5 lbs (1.6kg) Packed dimensions: 4.33" x 11" x 8.66" (H x W x D)
  Languages:	English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Turkish, Japanese and Chinese

Why measure gloss? Gloss is an aspect of the visual perception of objects that is as important as color when considering the psychological impact of products on a consumer. It has been defined as "the attribute of surfaces that causes them to have shiny or lustrous, metallic appearance". The gloss of a surface can be greatly influenced by a number of factors, for example the smoothness achieved during polishing, the amount and type of coating applied or the quality of the substrate. Manufacturers design their products to have maximum appeal: highly reflective car body panels, gloss magazine covers or satin black designer furniture. It is important therefore that gloss levels are achieved consistently on every product or across different batches of products. Gloss can also be a measure of the quality of the surface, for instance a drop in the gloss of a coated surface may indicate problems with its cure, leading to other failures such as poor adhesion or lack of protection for the coated surface. It is for these reasons that many manufacturing industries monitor the gloss of their products, from cars, printing and furniture to food, pharmaceuticals and consumer electronics.

How Is gloss measured? Gloss is measured by shining a known amount of light at a surface and quantifying the reflectance. The angle of the light and the method by which the reflectance is measured are determined by surface and also aspect of the surface appearance to be measured.  The unit of measurement for gloss is the Gloss Unit (GU) and the measurement scale at 60 degrees is 0-1000GU where 0 = a completely matte surface and 1000 = a perfect mirror. The Novo-Gloss Flex 60 has a measurement range of 0-125 GU and can measure anything from matte surfaces to high gloss finishes typically seen in the automotive industry. The additional measuring range of GUh provides a x10 resolution when measuring very low gloss surfaces of 0-12 GU. For measurement of gloss, haze and DOI (Distinctness of image) of mid to high gloss surfaces at 20°, please refer to the IQ Flex 20.

Certified high and low gloss calibration tiles with certificates, Standard and steel surface measuring head adaptors, USB data cable, Wrist strap, USB/mains charger, Cleaning cloth, USB memory stick containing - Novo-Gloss Multigauge software, Instruction manual, Bluetooth data app, Example Excel spreadsheets, Instrument calibration certificate and 2 Year Warranty