The Rhopoint IQ measures not only gloss but also other image quality parameters such as: DOI and RSPEC , it is the only hand held instrument that profiles how light is reflected from a surface.

Standard glossmeters only measure how much light is reflected and are not sensitive to effects wich dramatically reduce appearance quality such as ; orange peel and polishing marks which distort reflections in a surface, seriously reducing visual appearance but cannot be measured with traditional glossmeter.

• DOI / RIQ Meter, ( quantifies orange peel )
• Measures RSPEC
• 20° glossmeter for high gloss finishes

In a single fast measurement the Rhopoint IQ captures information about the gloss and texture on a sample surface.
Combined gloss and orange peel (DOI/RIQ values) information has made the IQ essential for controlling appearance finish in the paints and coatings sector, particularly for high tech., automotive and aerospace coatings.

Features

Rhopoint IQ Operation:

• Full color display
• Auto-rotating measurement screen
• Adjustable brightness
• Quick efficient interface

Rhopoint IQ Measurement:

• Single button push to measure all parameters
• Fast measurement
• Results can be instantly transmitted to any PC package such as Excel, Word, SPC programs etc.

Rhopoint IQ Statistical:

• Max, min, mean, SD
• All measured parameters

Rhopoint IQ Graphical:

• Trend analysis of all measured values
• Gloss, RSPEC and DOI values

Rhopoint IQ Specifications

Gloss:
Resolution 0.1 GU • Repeatability 0.2 GU • Reproducibility 0.5GU

Measurement range:
20º: 0 – 2000 GU 60°: 0 – 1000 GU 85°: 0 – 199 GU

RSPEC:
Peak Specular Reflectance @ 20° +/- 0.09905° Measurement range: 20°: 0-2000GU

RIQ:
Resolution 0.1% • Repeatability 0.2% • Reproducibility 0.5% Measurement Range: 0-100%

DOI:
Resolution 0.1% • Repeatability 0.2% • Reproducibility 0.5% Measurement Range: 0-100%

Measurement spot:
20° - 6mm x 6.4mm, 60° - 6mm x 12mm, 85° - 4mm x 45.9mm

Memory:
999+ readings

Power:
AC adapter rechargeable in 4 hours

Battery life:
17 hrs+ continuous operation or 20,000+ readings

Memory:
On board memory for 999+ readings with full goniphotometric profiles

Operating Temperature:
15 - 40 ° C (60 - 104 ° F)

Humidity:
Up to 85%, non condensing

Dimensions:
65 (w) x 140 (h) x 50 (d) mm

Weight:
590g

Standards

• DIN EN ISO 2813 Determination of specular gloss of non-metallic paint films at 20 degrees, 60 degrees and 85 degrees
• ASTM D523 Standard Test Method for Specular Gloss
• ASTM D2457 Standard Test Method for Specular Gloss of Plastic Films and Solid Plastics
• DIN 67530 Reflectometers a means for gloss assssment of plane surfaces of paint coatings and plastics
• JIS Z 8741 Specular glossiness - Method of measurement
• ISO 7668 Anodized aluminium and aluminium alloys - Measurement of specular reflectance and specular gloss at angles of 20 degrees, 45 degrees, 60 degrees or 85 degrees
• ASTM E430 Standard Test Methods for Measurement of Gloss of High-Gloss Surfaces by Abridged Goniophotometry
• ASTM D5767Standard Test Methods for Instrumental Measurement of Distinctness-of-Image Gloss of Coating Surfaces

Gloss meters are widely used to measure the reflective qualities of products. However this information tells us only how much light is reflected, but nothing about the quality of a surface.

Effects such orange peel and polishing marks distort reflections in a surface, which reduce visual appearance but cannot be measured with traditional glossmeter. In short, two surfaces which have very different reflective properties could have exactly the same gloss value.

The Rhopoint IQ allows the user to measure DOI and RSPEC values and hence control the surface textures that reduce the perceived surface quality of the product.

Typical Applications

		Paints and Coatings		Yacht Manufacturers
		Metal Polishers		Polished Stone and Concrete
		Smart Phone, Tablet PC and Laptop Covers		Wood Coatings
		Automotive		Printing Ink
		Automotive re-finish		Powder Coating
		Furniture		Plastics Industry