Two-angle glossmeter PICOGLOSS 562 MC

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Description
The PICOGLOSS 562 MC is a compact two-angle gloss meter (20° and 60°) designed for objective gloss assessment on coated and uncoated surfaces such as paper, plastics, metals and wood. It provides reliable on-site measurements on small or narrow specimens and in hard-to-reach areas.

Design and Function
One of the smallest two-angle gloss instruments, the PICOGLOSS 562 MC combines 20° and 60° measuring geometries with automatic mirror-gloss changeover at 150 gloss units. Its small footprint allows measurements on limited sample areas while meeting requirements for high and medium gloss ranges.

Handling
Single-key operation enables quick measurements. The last reading remains displayed for approximately 30 seconds and is retained after switching off, so the value reappears when the instrument is switched on again.

Display
The high-contrast backlit LCD displays measured and calibration values as well as status messages and information for the operator.

Calibration
Two-position calibration uses a single calibrating standard. Calibration runs automatically after key press and the calibration value is stored on the standard (EPROM).

20° gloss measurement
Used for surfaces with high gloss where a shallow angle improves sensitivity.

60° gloss measurement
Widely applied for medium gloss ranges; recommended for typical quality control in the medium gloss interval (approximately 30–70 GU at 60°).

Mirror-gloss measurement
Mirror-gloss measurement for metallic or highly reflective finishes with automatic range change at 150 GU.

Indicating ranges
20° mode: 150–2000 GU. 60° mode: 150–1000 GU.

Detection of external light
Influence of ambient light can be checked by performing measurements with the lamp switched off.

Power supply
Operates on two LR03 (AAA) cells, sufficient for approximately 10,000 measurements. When connected to a PC, the USB interface supplies power.

Reference Class
Delivered with a Manufacturer’s Certificate M in accordance with DIN 55 350-18 that includes:

• Actual and set values of the gloss standards
• Product identification
• Test equipment with calibration status
• Date
• Name of inspector

Linearity up to 100 GU is verified with 4 gloss standards (maximum permissible deviation 1 GU).

Scope of delivery

• PICOGLOSS 562 MC
• High gloss standard
• Batteries (2 x LR03)
• Lens cloth
• Transport case
• Operating instructions

Standards

• EN ISO 2813
• DIN 67 530
• ISO 7668
• ASTM D523

Technical data

• Display: 8-digit backlit LCD, digit height 11.5 mm
• Detector: Silicon photo-cell
• Dimensions: 105 x 31 x 73 mm (L x W x H)
• Net weight: 820 g
• Light source: LEDs
• Power supply: 2 x LR03 cells or USB
• Measuring spot: 20° = 9 x 9 mm; 60° = 8 x 16 mm
• Measuring aperture: 10 x 24 mm
• Measuring geometry: 20°/60° with automatic mirror-gloss changeover at 150 GU
• Portable / Stationary: Portable
• Storage temperature: -10 °C to +60 °C
• Operating temperature (non-dewy): +15 °C to +40 °C
• Reproducibility: 0.2 GU (0–150 GU); 0.5 GU (150–1000 GU); 1 GU under interfering irradiation (EN 61000-4-3)

Specifications

• Model: PICOGLOSS 562 MC
• Measuring geometries: 20° and 60°
• Indicating ranges: 20°: 150–2000 GU; 60°: 150–1000 GU
• Display: Backlit 8-digit LCD
• Detector: Silicon photo-cell
• Light source: LEDs
• Measuring spot sizes: 20° = 9 x 9 mm; 60° = 8 x 16 mm
• Measuring aperture: 10 x 24 mm
• Dimensions: 105 x 31 x 73 mm
• Net weight: 820 g
• Power supply: 2 x LR03 or USB
• Reproducibility: 0.2 GU (0–150 GU); 0.5 GU (150–1000 GU)