Linshang LS196 Gloss Meter for Automotive Paint and Surface Inspection Malaysia
Linshang LS196 Gloss Meter for Automotive Paint and Surface Inspection Malaysia
Automotive surface appearance is strongly influenced by gloss. Even when two panels have a similar colour, differences in clear coat, polishing or paint application can make one panel appear noticeably duller or shinier than another.
The Linshang LS196 Gloss Meter provides an objective way to measure these differences using numerical Gloss Unit (GU) readings.
With a 60° measurement angle and a wide 0–1000 GU measurement range, the LS196 is suitable for automotive paint, high-gloss coatings and other reflective finished surfaces.
Why Measure Automotive Paint Gloss?
Visual inspection is useful for identifying obvious defects, but it can be subjective.
The appearance of automotive paint can change depending on:
Lighting conditions
Viewing angle
Polishing quality
Clear coat condition
Paint application
Surface preparation
Curing process
Production variation
A gloss meter allows inspectors to quantify surface gloss instead of describing a panel simply as "shiny" or "dull."
Automotive Applications for the LS196
The Linshang LS196 can be useful for:
Automotive paint inspection
Vehicle body panels
Painted automotive components
Plastic exterior components
Interior trim
Refinished panels
Polished surfaces
Clear coat evaluation
Automotive component manufacturing
Production QA/QC
It can be used by automotive manufacturers, component suppliers, paint companies, coating companies and professional inspection departments.
Compare Different Areas of a Vehicle Panel
Gloss may not be uniform across an entire painted surface.
For better evaluation, measurements can be taken at several locations.
For example:
Point A: Left side
Point B: Centre
Point C: Right side
The results can then be compared.
Large differences between measurement points may indicate uneven polishing, coating or surface preparation.
Useful Before and After Polishing
The LS196 can also be used to quantify changes before and after polishing.
A simple inspection procedure can be:
Step 1: Measure the original surface.
Step 2: Perform the polishing process.
Step 3: Measure the same location again.
Step 4: Compare the GU readings.
This provides measurable information about the effect of the polishing process rather than relying entirely on visual judgement.
Wide 0–1000 GU Measurement Range
Automotive finishes can be highly glossy, especially after clear coating and polishing.
One of the main advantages of the Linshang LS196 is its wide measurement range up to 1000 GU.
This makes it suitable for applications where highly reflective surfaces may need to be measured.
The wide range also provides flexibility for companies measuring several types of automotive materials.
Production Quality Control
Automotive component manufacturers often need to maintain consistent appearance across large production quantities.
Gloss measurement can be incorporated into routine QC procedures to compare:
Different production batches
Different suppliers
Different paint formulations
Different coating conditions
Different production lines
Different polishing processes
Once an acceptable gloss range has been established, production samples can be checked against the specification.
QC Mode for Faster Evaluation
The LS196 provides a QC mode that can assist with repetitive inspection.
Appropriate upper and lower limits can be established according to the manufacturer's requirements.
This allows operators to determine more quickly whether measured surfaces meet the required gloss specification.
Data Recording and Analysis
For automotive QA/QC departments, measurement traceability can be important.
The LS196 supports computer connection and data transmission, allowing measurement results to be managed and exported for further analysis.
Records can be maintained for:
Production batches
Incoming components
Supplier comparison
Final inspection
Process improvement
Customer quality documentation
Historical data can also help identify gradual changes in a production process.
Gloss Meter vs Paint Thickness Gauge
A gloss meter and a coating thickness gauge measure different characteristics.
A gloss meter evaluates how light reflects from the surface and reports the result in GU.
A coating thickness gauge measures the thickness of paint or coating on a suitable substrate.
For automotive inspection, these instruments can complement each other.
A panel may have acceptable coating thickness but still show a different gloss level because of polishing, curing or surface-finish differences.
International Gloss Measurement Standards
The Linshang LS196 is designed according to recognised gloss measurement standards including:
ISO 2813
ASTM D523
ASTM D2457
DIN 67530
Standardised measurement procedures can help manufacturers achieve more consistent inspection results.
Linshang LS196 Gloss Meter for Automotive Industry Malaysia
For Malaysian automotive manufacturers, component suppliers, paint companies and QA/QC departments, the Linshang LS196 provides a practical method for quantifying surface gloss.
Its combination of 60° measurement geometry, 0–1000 GU range, QC mode and data-management capability makes it particularly useful for high-gloss automotive applications.
Contact MTM Precision
MTM Precision Sdn. Bhd.
Showroom & Service Centre
No. 29-1 & 29-2, Jalan Bandar 18,
Pusat Bandar Puchong,
47160 Puchong, Selangor, Malaysia
🌐 Website: www.mtmpre.com.my
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15 Aug 2026
