- • Portable gloss measurement for all surface finishes
- • Automatic Diagnosis and Auto Calibration performed upon power-on using the protective base plate with integrated calibration standard (tile)
- • Suitable for high-, semi-, and matte- gloss applications — Calculates Haze (Haze Index), 20°, 60° & 85° geometries
- • USB, WiFi, and Bluetooth connectivity to PosiSoft PC, Mac, and Smartphone software
- • Conforms to ASTM C584/D523/D4039, ISO 2813/7668, JIS Z 8741, AS/NZS 1580.602.2
Product Information
Features
Simple
- Fast measurement speeds of 60+ readings per minute
- Larger 2.8" impact resistant color touchscreen with redesigned keypad for quick menu navigation
- On-gage help explains menu items at the touch of a button
- RESET feature instantly restores factory settings
Powerful
- Statistics mode continually displays/updates average, standard deviation, min/max, and number of readings while measuring
- Screen Capture—save 100 screen images for record keeping and review
- HiLo alarm audibly and visibly alerts when measurements exceed user-specified limits—can be used as Pass/Fail for quick inspection
- Instant-on feature quickly powers up the gage if recently powered down
- Up to 30% longer battery life
- USB port for fast, simple connection to a PC and to supply continuous power. USB cable included
- View pre-formatted reports and .csv data with PosiSoft USB Drive—no software installation required
- Every stored measurement is date and time stamped
- Includes PosiSoft Software for viewing and reporting data
- Software Updates via web keep your gage current
Durable
- All-metal probe construction for long term stability
- Weatherproof, dustproof, and water-resistant gage body—IP65-rated enclosure
- Ergonomic design with durable rubberized grip
- Rugged, indoor/outdoor instrument—ideal for field or shop use
- Shock-absorbing protective rubber holster for added impact resistance
- Two year warranty on gage body AND probe
Acurate
- Certificate of Calibration showing traceability to NRC for both the probe and gloss standard included
- Automatic Diagnosis and Auto Calibration upon power-on using the protective base plate with integrated calibration standard (tile)
- Store multiple calibration standards (tiles) for quick calibration adjustment
- Conforms to national and international standards including ISO and ASTM
- Storage of 1,000 readings per probe (Standard model)
Versatile
- PosiTector body accepts all PosiTector probes easily converting to a coating thickness gage, dew point meter, soluble surface profile gage, soluble salt tester, hardness tester, or ultrasonic wall thickness gage
- Selectable units for each geometry—Gloss and % Reflectance
- Auto rotating display with Flip Lock
- Selectable display languages
Advanced Version Includes
Includes ALL features as shown above plus...
- Storage of 250,000 readings in up to 1,000 batches and sub-batches
- Differential Mode automatically calculates the difference between the current reading and a stored reference value
- 2 Powerful Scan Modes for quantifying large surfaces:
- Normal – take continuous readings
- Statistics – take continuous readings and record average, standard deviation, min/max, and number of readings while scanning
- Live graphing of measurement data
- Touchscreen keyboard for quickly renaming batches, adding notes, and more
- WiFi technology wirelessly synchronizes with PosiSoft.net and downloads software updates
- Bluetooth 4.0 Technology for data transfer to a mobile device running the PosiTector App or optional portable printer. BLE API available for integration into third-party software.
- Integrate with third-party software, drones, ROVs, PLCs, and robotic devices using several industry-standard communication protocols
Specifications
20° | 60° | 85° | ||
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Measurement Area | 10 x 10 mm | 10 x 20 mm | 4 x 45 mm | |
Measurement Range | 0 - 2,000 GU | 0 - 1,000 GU | 0 - 160 GU | |
Repeatability | ±0.2 GU (≤100 GU), ±0.2% (>100 GU) | |||
Reproducability | ±0.5 GU (≤100 GU), ±0.5% (>100 GU) | |||
Resolution | Gloss | ±0.1 GU (≤100 GU), ±1 GU (>100 GU) | ||
% Reflectance | 0.1% | |||
Haze | ±0.1 (≤100), ±1 (>100) | |||
Operating Conditions | 0° to 45° C (32° to 113° F) - non-condensing | |||
Probe Size | 165 x 73 x 32 mm | |||
Probe Weight | 555 g |
Gloss Range | 60° value | Measure with | |
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High Gloss | > 70 GU | 20° | |
Semi Gloss | 10 - 70 GU | 60° | |
Low/Matte | < 10 GU | 85° |
Kit includes:
- Advanced Gauge Body
- 20/60/85 GLS Probe inc. Protective base plate with integrated calibration standard (tile)
- 10 cleaning wipes
- Protective rubber holster
- Wrist strap
- 3 AAA Batteries
- Instructions
- Hard shell case
- Protective lens shield
- Long form certificate of calibration
- USB cable
- Posisoft software
- Two year warranty
Software
PosiSoft Desktop
Powerful desktop software for downloading, archiving, and reporting measurement data. No internet connection required.
- Simple, intuitive user interface
- Import readings directly from the gage via USB, WiFi, or legacy PosiSoft Desktop versions
- Fully integrates with PosiSoft.net—backup and synchronize jobs, batches, readings, and report templates to the cloud
- Generate custom, professional PDF reports
- Include inspection information such as on-site pictures, screen captures, notes and more to communicate important details
Click to learn more: PosiSoft Desktop
PosiTector App
An easy-to-use mobile app (iOS/ Android) that connects to your PosiTector Advanced, PosiTector Smartlink, or PosiTest AT-A. Compatible with PosiSoft.net.
Click to learn more: PosiTector App
PosiSoft USB
A simple gage interface to retrieve data in a manner similar to a flash drive. No software to install or internet connection required.
Click to learn more: PosiSoft USB
Other Resources
Application Note
Measuring Gloss with the PosiTector GLS Gloss Meter
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