Structural Gloss Meters

GAO Tek’s structural gloss meters are instruments used to measure the gloss and surface texture of materials. They provide more comprehensive information about a material’s glossiness and roughness, making them valuable in industries like automotive, paints and coatings, plastics, metals, and electronics. They help ensure a consistent surface appearance and aid in product development, surface treatment optimization, and quality control.

 

GAO Tek’s structural gloss meters are composed of a light source, optics, measurement sensor, surface probe, profilometer, data processing unit, display controls, and power supply.

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GAO Tek’s structural gloss meters have the following functions:

  • Gloss Measurement: GAO’s structural gloss meters quantitatively measure the surface gloss. They measure the intensity of light reflected from the surface at specific angles, allowing for the determination of gloss levels.
  • Surface Roughness Analysis: Our structural gloss meters evaluate surface texture parameters such as roughness and waviness. They measure parameters such as roughness, waviness, and surface profile to assess the microstructure and texture of the surface.
  • 3D Surface Profiling: Our structural gloss meters capture and analyze precise three-dimensional surface profiles. They employ advanced techniques like confocal microscopy or interferometry to capture precise three-dimensional surface profiles. This allows for a detailed analysis of the surface characteristics and texture.
  • Data Visualisation: GAO’s structural gloss meters graphically represent the measured surface profiles, gloss values, and texture parameters. This enables users to quickly interpret and analyze the data.
  • Statistical Analysis: Our structural gloss meters assess the gloss or surface texture parameter distribution across surfaces or multiple samples. This can be useful for quality control and process optimization.

GAO Tek’s structural gloss meters are rugged, versatile, and precise measurement instruments. They comply with applicable industry standards such as ASTM D523, ISO 2813, ISO 4287, ISO 25178, and VDA 2006.

GAO’s structural gloss meters help our customers comply with relevant U.S. government regulations such as:

  • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Standards
  • Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Regulations
  • Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
  • National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)

GAO’s structural gloss meters help our customers comply with relevant Canadian government regulations such as:

  • Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA)
  • Canadian Standards Association (CSA)
  • Weights and Measures Act
  • Consumer Product Safety Regulations

GAO’s structural gloss meters have the following applications:

  • Automotive Industry: GAO’s structural gloss meters are used to evaluate the appearance and finish of automotive paint coatings, interior trim, and exterior surfaces. They ensure consistent gloss levels and surface quality across different components and vehicle models.
  • Printing and Packaging: Our structural gloss meters are utilized to assess the gloss levels of printed materials, including paper, labels, packaging, and flexible films. They ensure consistent printing quality, brand appearance, and customer appeal.
  • Quality Control and Inspection: GAO’s structural gloss meters are used in various industries as part of quality control processes to ensure consistent surface appearance, monitor production variations, and identify defects or inconsistencies in gloss or surface texture.
  • Furniture and Wood Finishing: Our structural gloss meters are used in the furniture and woodworking industries to assess the gloss levels and surface quality of wood finishes, varnishes, and lacquers. They help achieve desired aesthetic effects, ensure uniformity, and evaluate the overall appearance of furniture and wood surfaces.
  • Consumer Electronics: Our structural gloss meters are utilized in the manufacturing of consumer electronics such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops to assess the gloss levels and surface quality of device casings and screen coatings. They help maintain a consistent appearance and meet the visual standards expected by consumers.

Our structural gloss meters can be shipped overnight within the continental U.S. and Canada and can be shipped globally.

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ID: GAOTek-GLS-103

GAO Tek Gloss Meter with Projecting Angle 20° 60° 85° guarantees high performance and increased precision of reflective capability measurements of the material.
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ID: GT00X800ZR

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ID: GT00X800ZX

This Gloss Meter with Compact Design (Auto Calibration) comes with three measuring angles 20°, 60° and 85° and can be used in floor maintenance , surface cleaning quality control and so on.
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ID: GT00X800ZY

This Gloss Meter with Rapid Measurement (Large Storage) is designed to be used in floor maintenance and surface cleaning quality control with the measuring angle of 20°/60°.
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ID: GT00X800ZZ

This Gloss Meter with Accurate Measurement (Auto Calibration) is designed to measure the gloss of a surface in the range from 0.1 GU to 200 GU with the measuring angle of 60°.
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ID: GT00X800ZW

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ID: GT00X800ZU

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ID: GT00X800ZT

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ID: GT00X800ZV

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