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Horiba IG-331 Gloss Checker

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Horiba IG-331 Glossmeter


Horiba IG-331 Gloss Checker

High-Efficiency Measurements Enables Easy
Switching of Measuring Angles (60° and 20°)

The flexible, remote connection of the probe to the display unit ensures greater work efficiency and safety in all applications. Guaranteeing uniform production quality and standards for gloss measurement. HORIBA's IG-331 Gloss Checker displays gloss measurements as numerical data, eliminating ambiguity and ensuring objective evaluation of a product's quality. Compact in design and ready when powered on, all the user needs to do is hold the lightweight IG-331 sensing head against the surface being evaluated for quality control of paints, polishes, floor maintenance and many other industrial applications while reading the numbers on the display attached to the head by a long telephone style coiled cord.

One-Touch Calibration

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Just press the calibration key (CAL) to start automatic, calibration.


Selectable Measuring Angle (60° or 20°)

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Choose 60° for standard gloss measurements. For high-gloss surfaces with gloss values between 70 to 100, simply switch to the 20° measuring angle. The selectable angle feature makes it easy to measure highly glossy surfaces.




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Horiba IG 331 Glossmeter PayPal
IG-331
$ 749 USD
 

* PayPal available for shipments to the
US and Canada ONLY.
Others please email for shipping cost.

Reasons to Buy the Gloss Checker IG-331

  • The Lowest Cost Quality Dual Angle Gloss Meter Available Worldwide
  • High Quality, made in Japan with American & Canadian Support
  • Super Easy to use, turn on, no wait time, start measuring gloss, no more buttons to press
  • Volume Discounts available on orders of 5, 10, 25 and 100 units.
  • Measures from 0 to 100 GU (Gloss Units)
  • Uses low cost std. 1.5V batteries.
  • Lasts 50 hours on one set of batteries
  • One step calibration.
  • Small, super lightweight at 350g (12oz.)
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Versatile Applications


Paint Gloss

For gloss quality control testing of painted
surfaces, exposure panel gloss level
testing, and gloss and luster testing
of the coating.


  Aeronautical & Automotive Gloss and Gloss of Structurescar

Use a gloss checker to determine level of cleaning or waxing condition of vehicles, and for checking finishes of touch ups

Gloss measurements for bridges, iron or steel frames, and structures or prefabricated structures, and diagnosis of deterioration of billboards, steel towers and more.



Ink Glossiness and Varnish Coatings for Printed Matter Printed Material

Evaluation of embellishing properties in varnishing stage (lamination, endless processing, etc); evaluation of time-induced change and uniformity of surface after drying process; checking paper surface condition. We also manufacture the GL-SR75 Gloss Sensor for non-contact real-time gloss data on the presses.

  Checking External Appearance of Plastic MoldingTV

Gloss meters to check the external appearance of molded resin products and for the evaluation of weather resistance.



Checking Building & Masonry FinishesMasonry Finishes

Important when assuring uniform finish and inspection of external gloss appearance for stone, wood, concrete, aluminum sashes and other material.

  Floor Maintenance and Concrete Polishing NeedsFloors

Gloss inspection of waxed floor finishes in hotels, office buildings and stores affect customers. The inspection of concrete floors in stores such as Home Depot or Lowes. Gloss measurement for Polished Concrete contractors.



Other Uses

Washability of Detergents
and Washers

Gloss Checkers are used to determine and compare the performance of detergents and washers.


Wood Surfaces

check the gloss levels of coatings on wood surfaces.


Film

For R&D, gloss quality inspections and appearance of films.


Rubber

Gloss Quality Inspection and deterioration checks of rubber products


Leather

Gloss inspection of leather products and evaluation of leather cleaners and waxes.


Highly Polished Stainless Steel, Metals or Mirrors

The Horiba IG-331 cannot measure these materials. You require a Novo Gloss 60 or Novo Gloss 20/60 glossmeter.



Download Gloss Meter User-Application Guide
Download Horiba IG320 IG331 Specifications

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IG 331
Optical System
60° measure: Incident angle 60 °
  Receptive angle 60°
20° measure: Incident angle 20 °
  Receptive angle 20°
Measuing Area 60° measurement: 3x6 mm oval
20° measurement: 3x4 mm oval
Light Source LED (wavelength: 890 nm)
Detector SPD (silicone photodiode)
Measuring Range 0 - 100
Display Range 0 - 199 (resolution: 1)
Reproducibility ±5% F.S ±1 digit
Power Source A3 dry-cell battery x4
Not rechargeable
Continued Use Time 50 hours or more
Ambient Conditions 10 - 40 °C
Dimensions
Main Body: 140(W) x 75 (H) x 34 (D) mm
  5.5 (W) x 3.0 (H) x 1.3 (D) in
Optical System: 88(W) x 30 (H) x 45 (D) mm
  3.5 (W) x 1.2 (H) x 1.8 (D) in
Mass Approx. 350g (with battery)
Additonal Functions Automatic Calibration
Automatic Power Cut-Off
Display Hold
Overrange Display
Battery Life Display
Warranty One Year
Note: Use the 20° measurement mode of the IG-331 when the gloss value in the 60° measurement mode exceeds 70

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Horiba IG 331 Glossmeter PayPal
IG-331
$ 749 USD
 
Horiba IG-331 Gloss Meter

* PayPal available for shipments to the
US and Canada ONLY.
For International Orders please email us for shipping costs.

Reasons to Buy the Gloss Checker IG-331

  • The Lowest Cost Quality Dual Angle Gloss Meter Available Worldwide
  • High Quality, made in Japan with American & Canadian Support
  • Super Easy to use, turn on, no wait time, start measuring gloss, no more buttons to press
  • Volume Discounts available on orders of 5, 10, 25 and 100 units.
  • Measures from 0 to 100 GU (Gloss Units)
  • Uses low cost std. 1.5V batteries.
  • Lasts 50 hours on one set of batteries
  • One step calibration.
  • Small, super lightweight at 350g (12oz.)
 
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