Novo-Shade Duo+ Reflectometer

The Novo-Shade Duo reflectometer has 3 modes of operation

Opacity
This is used for measuring the hiding power of a coating or plastic film
Shade
Measure the shade of surface on a greyscale
Cleanliness
Measure the substrate cleanliness or oxidisation of a surface

Features

  • Measures using the 0/45º geometry
  • 2 modes of operation: shade (grayscale) or opacity (hiding powe 
  • Measures using the 0/45º geometry
  • Fast measurement, single button push initiates measures of defined parameters
  • Shade measurement displayed instantly on screen
  • Automatic calculation of opacity and cleanliness
  • On-board statistical analysis with graphical trend analysis (graphs available in shade mode only)
  • Direct data input via Bluetooth – instantly transmit measured readings directly to programs such as Microsoft Excel
  • Date and time stamped results
  • Automatic calibration with tile validation
  • Compatible with all major international standards

Technical Specification

  • Statistical Analysis
    • Max, min, mean, SD
    Graphical Analysis
    • On board trend analysis
    Power
    • Rechargeable lithium ion
    • 17+ hours operation
    • 20,000+ readings per charge
    Recharge Time
    • Mains charger: 4hrs
    Standards
    • ISO 2814, 6504, BS 3900-D4, D7, ASTM E97, E1347, D4214
    • ASTM D2805, D589
    Memory
    • 8 MB = 999 readings
    • User definable alphanumeric batching
    Data Transfer
    • Bluetooth
    • PC compatible
    • USB connection, no software installation required
    Performance
    • y Resolution 0.1
    • Repeatability 0.2%
    • Reproduceability 0.5%
    • Measurement area: 15mm x 10mm elipse
    • Operating temperature 15 - 40° C (60 - 104° F)
    • Humidity up to 85%, non condensing
    Dimensions & Weights
    • y 65mm x 140mm x 50mm (H x W x D)
    • 790g
    • Packed weight: 1.75kg
    • Packed dimensions: 180mm x 330mm x 280mm (H x W x D)
    • Commodity code: 9027 5000

Standards

  • ISO 2814 Paints and varnishes - Comparison of contrast ratio (hiding power) of paints of the same type and colour
  • ISO 6504 Paints and varnishes - Determination of hiding power - Part 3: Determination of contrast ratio (opacity) of light-coloured paints at a fixed spreading rate
  • BS 3900-D4
  • ASTM E1347 Standard Test Method for Color and Color-Difference Measurement by Tristimulus Colorimetry
  • ASTM D4214 Standard Test Methods for Evaluating the Degree of Chalking of Exterior Paint Films
  • ASTM D2805 Standard Test Method for Hiding Power of Paints by Reflectometry
  • ASTM D589-97 Standard Test Method for Opacity of Paper (15°Diffuse Illuminant A, 89% Reflectance Backing and Paper Backing)