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Small Aperture Gloss Meter Specification

Power Supply
2 x AA Batteries or USB power

Measuring Range
0200 Gloss Units (GU)

Specimen Size
Aperture 1.5mm x 2mm (minimum spot)

Operating Voltage
DC 3.0V (2 x AA batteries)

Resolution
0.1 GU

Humidity
Less than 85% RH (non-condensing)

Test Range
0~200 GU

Accuracy
1.0 GU (0100 GU)

Number of Specimens
1 per test

Response Time
1.5 seconds

Display Type
Digital LCD

Automation Grade
Manual

Features
Small aperture measurement, auto-calibration, portable design

Mounting Type
Handheld

Application
Small area gloss measurement, ceramics, paints, plastics, and ink surfaces

Temperature
10C to 40C (Operation)

Interface Type
USB (for data transfer)

Port Size
Small aperture 1.5mm x 2mm

Equipment Type
Gloss Meter

Usage
Surface gloss evaluation

Machine Weight
Approx. 350g (Instrument with batteries)

Control Mode
Manual

Aperture Size
1.5mm x 2mm (suitable for narrow and small areas)

Storage Capacity
Store up to 10000 readings

Operating Principle
Reflectometry measuring 60 geometry

Body Material
ABS engineering plastic

Battery Life
Approximately 40 hours continuous operation

Standards Compliance
ASTM D523, DIN 67530, ISO 2813

Calibration
Automatic with standard board

Data Output
USB downloadable

Light Source
LED, long-life stability

Small Aperture Gloss Meter Trade Information

Main Export Market(s)
Asia

About Small Aperture Gloss Meter

As an Authorized dealer we are engaged in providing the broad assortment of "Optical Instruments" for various applications. NHG60M micro aperture gloss meter adopts small aperture 1.5*2mm, with 60 angle, manufactured according to ISO2813 and GB/T 9754. It is also compatible with the standards of ASTM D523, ASTM D2457. NHG60 conforms to JJG696 first class gloss meter working requirement, corresponding with CIE 1931 under CIE C light source.

NHG60M gloss meter can test material with gloss (0-1000Gu), and universally used to paint, ink, stoving varnish, coating, wood products; marble, granite, vitrified polished tile, pottery brick and porcelain; plastic, paper; hardware industries, etc. for gloss measurement and gloss data transmission.

Features:

Small aperture: 1.5*2mm
60 angle for semi gloss
Display 5 sets of measurement data, good for comparison
Measuring mode: basic measurement, statistical measurement, continuous measurement, QC measurement (only for GQC6 software).
Continuous mode to check uniformity over large areas
Connect to PC, more extend functions
Input gloss value manually
Large touch screen operation, easy to use
Beauty appearance, good man-machine communication interface
Powerful functions to meet many different requirements
Large storage to save over 5000 data
Built-in lithium ion rechargeable battery.

Specifications:

NHG60M Micro Aperture Gloss Meter
Model :	NHG60M
Measure Angle	60 Comply with standard ISO 2813,GB/T 9754, ASTM D 523, ASTM D 2457
Measuring Area (mm)	1.5*2
Measurement Range	0~1000GU
Division Value	0.1GU
Measurement Range Repeatability Reproducibility	0-10GU 10-100GU 100-1000GU 0.1GU 0.2GU 0.2%GU 0.2GU 0.5GU 0.5%GU
Measurement Standard	Conform with JJG696 first class gloss meter working requirement
Chromaticity Corresponding	Corresponding with CIE 1931(2) under CIE C light source
Errors	1.5 , 1.5%
Measuring Time	0.5s
Dimension	LWH : 160mm75mm90mm
Weight	350g
Language	Chinese/English
Battery	3200mAh Li-ion Battery, >10000 times(within 8 hours)
Viewing Screen	TFT 3.5 inch, capacitive touch screen
Interface	USB/RS-232
Data Storage	Basic mode: 1000, Statistical Mode: 5000, Continuous mode : 5000
Software	GQC6 Quality Control Software with QC report printing functions and more extended functions.
Operation Temperature	0~40 deg.
Storage Temperature	-20~50 deg.
Humidity	<85% relative humidity, no condensation
Standard Accessories	Power Adapter, USB cable, User Manual, CD (Including QC software), Calibration Plate
Optional Accessories	Miniature Printer

Precision Gloss Measurement for Small and Delicate Areas

Designed with a 1.5mm x 2mm small aperture, this gloss meter is perfect for evaluating gloss on tight or intricate surfaces where traditional meters struggle, such as edges, small decorative parts, or detailed printed areas. Its compact form and manual operation allow easy handling for consistent and reliable results.

Effortless Calibration and Ample Data Storage

With an automatic calibration feature using a supplied standard board, accuracy is maintained with minimal user intervention. The device can store up to 10,000 individual readings, making it suitable for extensive inspection jobs or long-term monitoring tasks. Data can be swiftly exported via USB for further analysis or archiving.

Durable Design and User-Friendly Interface

The instrument is constructed from rugged ABS engineering plastic, ensuring dependable performance in the field. Weighing just 350g, it is highly portable. The LCD digital display provides immediate, clear readings, while intuitive manual controls and responsive measurement (1.5 seconds) make it ideal for both professionals and quality control laboratories.

FAQs of Small Aperture Gloss Meter:

Q: How does the small aperture of 1.5mm x 2mm benefit gloss measurements?

A: The small aperture is ideal for measuring gloss on narrow, confined, or highly detailed surfaces where conventional, larger aperture meters cant reach. This enables accurate gloss evaluation on items like small ceramics, paint touch-ups, narrow plastic parts, and printed surfaces.

Q: What is the process for calibrating the gloss meter before use?

A: Calibration is automatic and uses a standard calibration board included with the device. Simply initiate the auto-calibration process as indicated in the manual before measurement to ensure ongoing accuracy throughout testing sessions.

Q: When should I use this gloss meter instead of a standard aperture instrument?

A: This gloss meter should be used when the area of interest is too small or intricate for regular devices, such as on edges, small decorative components, or samples requiring spot measurements as small as 1.5mm x 2mm.

Q: What types of surfaces and industries is this gloss meter suitable for?

A: The gloss meter is designed for small area gloss assessment of ceramics, paints, plastics, inks, and other coated or decorative surfaces. It is valuable in industries such as manufacturing, quality inspection, laboratory research, and printing.

Q: How can I transfer and manage the measurement readings from the gloss meter?

A: Measurement results can be stored directly in the devices memory. For further analysis or record keeping, data can be downloaded to a computer via the integrated USB output.

Q: What are the battery and operational features of this device?

A: The device runs on two AA batteries or can be powered by USB, offering approximately 40 hours of continuous operation. Its manual control design and lightweight (approx. 350g) make it user-friendly for prolonged use.

Q: What accuracy and measurement range does this instrument provide?

A: The gloss meter delivers an accuracy of 1.0 GU within the 0100 GU range and a full test range from 0 to 200 GU with 0.1 GU resolution, fully compliant with ASTM D523, DIN 67530, and ISO 2813 standards.