because a higher gloss surface appears darker to the human eye than a flatter surface of the exact same color. But doing it with two separate instruments is not very efficient or cost-effective.
The BYK-Gardner Spectro-guide combines both in one unit. The instrument measures color (45/0 or sphere) and 60-degree gloss simultaneously, in compliance with ISO, ASTM and DIN specifications. Color and gloss values are displayed together, making it easy to determine the cause of a mismatch.
Even highly textured surfaces can be measured with excellent repeatability, thanks to the Spectro-guide's patented measurement principle that guarantees true circumferential illumination, eliminating the influence of measurement direction.
Color and gloss standards and samples can be saved in the instrument's memory. Software supplied with each Spectro-guide contains predefined quality control reports and allows the direct transfer of measurement results to Microsoft Excel. The Spectro-guide needs calibration once every three months, and its patented temperature control allows users to measure color and gloss without worrying about variations in readings due to temperature fluctuations.
For more information, visit the BYK-Gardner Web site or call BYK-Gardner USA at (800) 343-7721.
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