PICOGLOSS 562 MC

Now, more than ever, it is very important to achieve a consistent surface quality during the production and processing of surface-treated materials (such as papers, plastics, metal or wood surfaces). A uniform and defined surface quality must be ensured in almost all industrial segments. Variations in glossiness can result from manufacturing defects, supplier changes and material fluctuations. Often, these lead to complaints in quality control or even rejection of the material. Especially in recent years due to increasing demands of customers, it is particularly important to be able to make a flawless, objective assessment of the gloss.

The two-angle gloss meter PICOGLOSS 562 MC with the measuring geometries 20° and 60°, is one of the smallest gloss measuring instruments that have ever been designed. As a consequent logical further development of the one-angle (60°) gloss meter PICOGLOSS 560 MC-X, also the Model 562 MC is as small as a PC mouse and therefore it is extremely suitable for on-site measurements. The 20°/60° measuring geometries and the automatic changeover of mirror-gloss meet the requirements of the gloss ranges "high gloss" (20°) and "medium gloss" (60°) that are mostly used. Due to the compact dimensions of the measuring instrument and the measuring aperture, gloss measurements can be carried out without difficulties even on small or narrow specimens as well as in places which are not easily accessible. The sum of these features that have been considered in the development of the PICOGLOSS 562 MC, makes this glossmeter of the latest generation almost universally applicable.

Handling

Single-key operations make gloss measurements extremely easy and comfortable. The reading remains stored in the display for about 30 s and is then switched off automatically to save the battery. However, the last measured value is preserved and is shown in the display when the instrument is switched on again.

Display

In addition to the measuring and calibrating values the high-contrast LC display also shows messages and information.

Calibration

The PICOGLOSS 562 MC requires only one calibrating standard for normal two-position calibration. After key pressure the calibration routine runs automatically. The calibration value is stored on the standard (EPROM).

20° gloss measurement

Especially for high gloss surfaces.

60° gloss measurement

Successfully applied universally by a great number of users for many years, recommended, however, in accordance with the standard for the gloss range “medium gloss” (at 60°: 30 - 70 GU).

Mirror-gloss measurement

Mirror-gloss measurements can be conducted on metallic surfaces. There is an automatic changeover of the measuring range at 150 gloss units (GU).

Indicating range in the 20° measuring mode: 150 - 2000 GU.

Indicating range in the 60° measuring mode: 150 - 1000 GU.

Detection of external light

The effect of external light can be determined by conducting measurements with the lamp switched off.

Power supply

The PICOGLOSS 562 MC is operated by two round cells, the capacity of which is adequate for at least 10,000 measurements. When using a PC, the power supply is taken over by the USB interface of the PC.

Reference Class

The PICOGLOSS 562 MC is supplied with a Manufacturer’s Certificate M in accordance with DIN 55 350-18 that includes among others the following information:

• Actual and setting values of the gloss standards
• Product indification
• Test equipment used with calibration status
• Date
• Name of inspector

In the range up to 100 gloss units the linearity for both measuring geometries is checked by means of 4 gloss standards (the maximum deviation permissible is 1 gloss unit).

Scope of delivery

• PICOGLOSS 562 MC
• High gloss standard
• Battery (2 round cells LR03)
• Lens cloth
• Transport case
• Operating instructions