Technico - GlossMeter

Introduction

The Technidyne Glossmeter T480A has established itself as the industry standard in gloss measurement. The T480A is an accurate, rugged and reliable instrument designed to meet the exacting requirements of the paper industry. The Glossmeter is manufactured in exact conformance with TAPPI Official Test Methods T480 and T653, and ASTM Standards D1223 and D1834

Applications

Paper

Specifications

        Optical                       75° Gloss                       20° Gloss
        TAPPI Method             T480                               T653
        Specular Angle            75°                                  20°
        Receptor Angle            11.4°                               5°
        Illuminated Area           .76 x .39 in.                     .75 in. dia
     · Specimen Aperture                  1.37 x 1.00 in.
     · Sample Size                            Unlimited
     · Rated Lamp Life                      10,000 hrs
     · Effective Wavelength                572 nm

Features

    · Automatic push-button calibration
    · Vacuum hold down available (not shown) - holds sample flat for accurate measurements
    · RS232 and BCD ports provided
    · Data printing available
    · Meets tough TAPPI standards