SKU: A4000-010 Category: Shade and Opacity Meter

Novo-Shade Duo

Name: Novo-Shade Duo
SKU: A4000-010
Price: 2989 USD
Availability: InStock

$2,989

Measure opacity (hiding power)
Suitable for measuring coatings or plastic films
Measures shade on grayscale

Description Specifications Standards Applications Data Sheets Manuals Software Video News

Description

The Novo-Shade Duo combines 3 measuring instruments in one:

Opacity meter, shade meter and cleanliness meter

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 0/45° 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

Shade

Features

Fast measurement

On-board statistics

Trend analysis graph

Single button push to make measurements.

Applications

	Shade of paints, inks and coatings
	Chalking of paint
	Efficiency of detergents and bleaching agents
	Whiteness of recycled paper

Cleanliness

Features

Fast measurement of all parameters Automatic calculation of cleanliness On-board statistics Clear tape is pressed on the measurement surface, torn away and stuck onto white paper – For reference a clean piece of tape is also stuck on the same white paper. Measurements are made of the reference material and then of the tape, cleanliness is calculated automatically.

Applications

Cleanliness and oxidisation on metal surfaces

Opacity Meter

Features

Fast neasurement of all parameters Automatic calculation of opacity

On-board statistics

Measurements are made over a white substrate and then over a black substrate. Opacity is automatically calculated and displayed.

Applications

	?Hiding power of paints, inks and coatings
	?Transparency of plastic film
	?Opacity of paper

Instrument Features

Pass / Fail Easy identification and reporting of non-conformances. Rapid data transfer Software-free data transfer. USB connection to PC instantly recognises the device as a drive location which facilitates the quick transfer of files using Windows Explorer or similar. Direct data input via Bluetooth Instantly transmit measured readings directly to programs such as MS excel on your PC / tablet / smartphone to greatly simplify the reporting process. Power 20,000 readings per charge. The instrument is rechargeable via USB/PC or mains. Easy Batching (shade mode only) User definable batch names and batch sizes for quicker and more efficient reporting. Operation

Full color easy to read screen
Adjustable brightness
6 button touch sensitive interface

Construction

All aluminium construction – enclosure, optics, standard holder
Intergrated calibration holder with in-position detector for error free calibration

Specifications

Reflectometer Specifications

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

Instrument dimensions: (H x W x D): 65mm x 140mm x 50mm / 2.56″ x 5.51″ x 1.97″
790g / 1.74lbs
Packed weight: 1.75kg / 3.86 lbs
Packed dimensions: (H x W x D): 180mm x 330mm x 280mm / 7.09″ x 12.99″ x 11.02″
Commodity code: 9027 5000

Included Accessories

Calibration tile with certificate
USB data cable
Mini CD containing:
Instruction manual
Bluetooth data app
Example Excel spreadsheets
Instructional videos

Extras

FREE EXTENDED WARRANTY Register for a two year comprehensive guarantee. FREE LIGHT SOURCE WARRANTY Guaranteed for the life of the instrument. CALIBRATION AND SERVICE Fast and economical service via our global network of accredited calibration and service centres, please visit www.rhopointinstruments.com/support for detailed information.

Measurement Units

Shade mode

0 = black, no reflectance
100 = brilliant white, full reflectance

Opacity mode

0 = completely transparent
100 = fully opaque

Cleanliness mode

0 = No change
100 = Maximum change

Standards

ISO 2814 Paints and varnishes – Comparison of contrast ratio (hiding power) of paints of the same type and color
ISO 6504 Paints and varnishes – Determination of hiding power – Part 3: Determination of contrast ratio (opacity) of light-colored 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)

Applications

The Novo-Shade Duo reflectometer can be used to assess either the shade of a surface (a simple indication of color based on lightness/darkness) or calculate the opacity of a coating, plastic film or paper sample. Measuring using 0/45° the Novo-Shade Duo measures the color of a surface and not the specular reflectance (gloss). In Shade Mode the Novo-Shade Duo can help maintain the production quality of the following: