Linshang LS195 Cost-Effective Gloss Meter
The LS195 is a hand-held gloss meter designed for professional surface gloss testing on a wide variety of materials — including paint, coatings, ink, plastic, paper, ceramics, stone, and metals. It’s positioned as a cost-effective yet high-precision instrument, ideal for quality control in production and laboratory environments.
📊 Technical Specifications
Parameter Specification
Measuring Angle 60° (standard universal)
Measuring Aperture 9 mm × 15 mm
Minimum Sample Size 20 mm × 10 mm
Measuring Range 0 – 200 GU
Resolution 0.1 GU
Repeatability ±0.2 GU (0–120 GU) / ±0.2 % (120–200 GU)
Reproducibility ±0.5 GU / ±0.5 %
Zero Error ~0.1 GU
Indication Error ±1.5 GU throughout range
Display 240×128 dot matrix LCD
Languages English & Chinese
Power Supply Rechargeable lithium battery 3.7 V (~600 mAh)
Data Interface USB-C for PC connection & charging
Size & Weight ~140×48×75 mm, ~237 g
Operating Conditions 10–45 °C, 0–85 % RH (no condensation)
Gloss Units (GU) are the standard metric for surface specular reflectance — higher GU means a shinier surface.
✨ Key Features & Benefits
✅ Plug-and-Measure Simplicity
Instant results — after turning on you can simply place the meter and read data within ~0.5 s.
🧪 QC Mode for Batch Testing
The QC (Quality Control) mode lets you set upper/lower thresholds to automatically judge pass/fail for batches, boosting efficiency.
📈 High Accuracy and Stability
Uses a D65 light source with photopic spectral response for consistent measurements, even on colored surfaces.
Good repeatability/resolution enhances reliability for QC and product comparisons.
💻 PC Software Support
Connect via USB to Windows PC to collect data, configure settings, run online measurement, and generate/print reports.
🔋 Portable Ergonomic Design
Lightweight and ergonomic shape for handheld use — ideal for shop floor and lab applications.
Auto power-off & long battery life support extended use without frequent charging.
📜 Standards & Compliance
The LS195 conforms to key international and national gloss measurement standards, ensuring widely acceptable, comparable results:
ISO 2813 – Surface gloss of paint & coatings
ISO 7668; ASTM D523 / D2457 – Standard gloss methods
DIN 67530 – German gloss standard
GB/T 9754, GB/T 13891, GB/T 7706, GB/T 8807 – Chinese gloss test standards
Meets Grade 1 working machine performance under JJG 696-2015 verification regulation — meaning its accuracy is suitable for professional/lab use.
📌 Best Applications
The LS195 is suited for:
Quality assurance in paints, coatings, plastic parts, printing, wood & stone finishes.
Routine production inspections where quick, repeatable gloss checks are needed.
General lab and workshop use requiring a budget-friendly but accurate gloss meter.
