Linshang LS196 60 Degree Gloss Meter for QA QC Inspection Malaysia
Linshang LS196 60 Degree Gloss Meter for QA QC Inspection Malaysia
For manufacturing companies, surface appearance is often part of the product specification. Colour may be correct and dimensions may be within tolerance, but inconsistent gloss can still cause finished products to look different.
The Linshang LS196 60° Gloss Meter helps QA/QC teams convert surface gloss into measurable Gloss Unit (GU) values.
With its 0–1000 GU measurement range, the LS196 is particularly useful for companies that need to inspect both conventional and highly glossy surfaces.
What Does a 60° Gloss Meter Measure?
A gloss meter measures the amount of light reflected from a surface at a defined geometry.
The 60° measurement angle is widely used for general gloss evaluation across many industrial materials.
Typical applications include:
Paint
Coatings
Plastic
Automotive finishes
Metal
Electroplating
Ceramic
Stone
Furniture
Industrial components
Instead of describing a surface as "more glossy" or "less glossy," QA/QC personnel can record an actual GU value.
Why Is Gloss Important for QA/QC?
Customers often judge product quality by appearance.
If products from the same model or production batch have noticeably different gloss levels, customers may perceive the products as inconsistent.
Gloss measurement can therefore become part of the company's quality-control process.
It can be used for:
Incoming inspection
In-process inspection
Final inspection
Supplier quality control
Batch comparison
Process improvement
Incoming Material Inspection
Suppose a manufacturer purchases coated components from several suppliers.
The components may look similar individually, but differences can become obvious after assembly.
A gloss meter allows the incoming QC department to compare supplied parts against an approved reference.
If a specification has already been established, the measurement can also be checked against an acceptable gloss range.
Production Line Inspection
Gloss measurement can help detect process changes before large quantities of products are completed.
Variations in gloss may be related to:
Raw materials
Coating formulation
Application thickness
Curing conditions
Mold condition
Polishing
Surface preparation
Production parameters
Regular measurements provide additional data for investigating these changes.
Final Product Inspection
Before shipment, QA/QC personnel can check whether finished products meet the company's required appearance standard.
For larger surfaces, several predetermined measurement points can be used rather than relying on only one reading.
This creates a more consistent inspection procedure between operators.
Why Choose a 0–1000 GU Range?
Not every industrial surface has the same gloss level.
Some products may have moderate gloss, while polished or highly reflective surfaces can produce much higher readings.
The Linshang LS196 offers a wide 0–1000 GU measurement range.
This gives QA/QC departments greater flexibility when one factory handles several different materials or surface finishes.
Useful for High-Gloss Manufacturing
The LS196 is especially relevant for applications such as:
High-gloss plastic
Automotive paint
Polished metal
Electroplated parts
High-gloss coatings
Polished ceramic
Decorative surfaces
A wider measurement range helps ensure the instrument remains useful when very glossy products need to be inspected.
Use QC Mode to Improve Inspection Efficiency
For repetitive inspection, the LS196 provides a QC mode.
Companies can establish suitable acceptance limits according to their own product requirements.
Production measurements can then be evaluated against those limits.
This is much more systematic than asking different inspectors to decide whether a product "looks acceptable."
Create a Gloss Inspection SOP
For better repeatability, companies should establish a simple gloss measurement procedure.
The SOP can specify:
How the surface should be cleaned
When calibration should be checked
Where measurements should be taken
How many points should be measured
What gloss range is acceptable
How results should be recorded
Following the same procedure helps reduce operator-to-operator variation.
Data Management for QA/QC Records
The LS196 supports computer connection and data transmission.
Measurement results can be exported for further processing and quality documentation.
This can help companies maintain:
Batch records
Supplier records
Inspection reports
Customer quality records
Process-improvement data
Historical measurement trends
Over time, these records can provide useful information about production stability.
Recognised Gloss Measurement Standards
The Linshang LS196 is designed according to commonly recognised gloss measurement standards including:
ISO 2813
ASTM D523
ASTM D2457
DIN 67530
For applications where customers specify a particular testing method, users should always verify the required measurement geometry and procedure.
Who Should Use the Linshang LS196?
The LS196 is worth considering for:
QA departments
QC inspectors
Production engineers
Paint and coating manufacturers
Plastic manufacturers
Automotive component suppliers
Metal finishing companies
Electroplating companies
Ceramic and stone manufacturers
Industrial laboratories
For companies handling a wide range of surface finishes, the 60° geometry and 0–1000 GU range provide a practical combination.
Looking for a 60 Degree Gloss Meter in Malaysia?
MTM Precision supplies professional testing and measurement instruments for Malaysian manufacturing, industrial and QA/QC applications.
If you are unsure whether the Linshang LS196 Gloss Meter is suitable for your product, send us details of the material and application. We can assist you in selecting the appropriate measurement solution.
Contact MTM Precision
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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
