Glossmeter GM38

The 3Color® GM38 delivers precise, reliable gloss measurement across the full range of surface finishes – from high gloss to matte. With 20°, 60°, and 85° measurement angles in one portable instrument, it provides the flexibility needed to accurately evaluate surfaces with different gloss levels while maintaining compliance with international standards. The GM38 complies with ASTM D523, D2457, DIN 67530, ISO 2813, ISO 7668, ISO 11664, JIS Z8741, BS3900, and BS6161. Its ruggedness is supported by extensive durability testing: 500 calibration tests, 40,000 stability measurements, 100 hours of continuous operation, and 200,000 vibration tests. The integrated 3,000 mAh battery enables up to 50,000 measurements without interruption, making the GM38 well suited for demanding production and quality control environments. The included Gloss QC software (via USB or Bluetooth) enables measurement report archiving, analysis, and printing. The GM38 is a durable, competitively priced solution for reliable, standards-compliant gloss measurement across a wide range of surfaces and applications.

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Typical Applications

  • Cosmetics
  • Automotive
  • Plastics
  • Colors
  • Printing Industry
  • Building Materials
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Three Angles – Complete Gloss Control

Measurements at 20°, 60°, and 85° enable precise evaluation of low-, medium-, and high-gloss surfaces in accordance with industry standards.

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Compliance with International Standards

Full compliance with ASTM, ISO, DIN, JIS, and BS standards ensures comparable results and acceptance of the measurements in quality control.

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One Device for Multiple Applications

Thanks to its large measurement areas and dedicated measurement apertures for each angle, the GM38 is ideal for paints and coatings, plastics, printing, and surface finishing applications.

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Touchscreen

The intuitive display enables quick operation of the device and convenient viewing of measurement results.

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Navigation Panel

The intuitive menu makes it easy to select functions and parameters for gloss measurement.

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Communication Panel

The communication panel enables easy data transfer and integration with the software.

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Calibration Base

The stable calibration base enables fast and precise calibration of the device, ensuring reliable gloss measurements.

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Specification

Measurement angles
20°, 60°, 85°
Measurement field
20°: 10 mm x 10 mm 60°: 9 mm x 15 mm 85°: 5 mm x 38 mm
Measurement range
20°: 0-2 000 GU 60°: 0-1 000 GU 85°: 0-160 GU
Standards
ASTM D 523, D2457, DIN 67530, ISO 2813, ISO 7668, ISO 11664, JIS Z8741, BS3900, BS6161
Resolution
0,1 GU
Measurement settings
Simple, Target - sample measurement
Repeatability
0-100 GU: 0,2 GU 100-2 000 GU: 0,2% GU
Measurement time
1 s
Measurement memory
100 targets; 10,000 samples
Dimensions (mm)
51 x 77 x 165 (W x H x D)
Weight
around 400 g
Language
English
Battery
3,000 mAh Li-ion
Interface
USB, Bluetooth (option)
Operating temperature
0-40°C
Operating humidity range
< 85%, with no condensation
Accessories
5V / 2A power supply, USB cable, user manual, CD with software, calibration plate
Software
Gloss QC

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