The Novo-Curve is a compact bench top instrument able to produce accurate, reproducible gloss readings for components which were previously immeasurable. The versatility of Novo-Curve enables it to measure gloss of almost anything, in any industry, e.g.

The Novo-Curve is shown with a few items which can now be measured, and a perfume bottle lid in the measuring position.

• Automobile Parts - Steering wheel, dashboard, capping, etc.
• Electroplating - Jewelry, knobs, handles, taps, buttons, badges, etc.
• Paints - domestic appliances, pens, pencils, toys, etc.
• Inks - Cosmetic containers, soft drinks cans, tins, etc.
• Plastics - Extruded & moulded parts such as bottles, mobile phones, household goods, etc.
• Glazed Ceramics - Mugs, bathroom furniture, tiles, etc.
• Wood - Natural, varnished, laminated, etc.
• Tubes & Cylinders - Pipes, bottles, etc.
• Furniture - Wood, plastic or metal
• Camouflage - Ultra low gloss finish on military binoculars, firearms, etc.

• Auto-ranging from 0 - 1000 Gloss Units at 60° - enables user to measure surfaces varying from non-reflective to mirror finish using a single instrument
• Miniature 2 x 3 mm square measurement area - makes possible gloss measurement on curved surfaces and small areas.
• Four adjustable jigging posts allow consistent readings on a series of like objects
• Down loading of data to PC via RS232 interface with Free Windows Software for data analysis and storage (available on request)
• Permanent memory capable of storing 999 readings
• Internal calculation of max., min., mean, and coefficient of variation - user can obtain immediate statistical analysis of all data at the touch of a button
• Display available in English, Français, Deutsch, Italiano, Español & Nederlands
• Instant readings may be captured using a footswitch (included), freeing both hands for ease of measurement, or by pressing a button on the panel.
• Alternatively, continuous reading allows rapid assessment of finish variation by moving sample with footswitch/button held
• 1 Year warranty

Novo-Curve can measure gloss on surfaces of any finish, and is the only instrument available which can accurately measure small items or curved surfaces. Due to the small size of the measurement aperture necessary for this task the instrument does not strictly conform to international standards, but results correlate well with those of regular glossmeters. Curves down to a radius of 12 mm can be measured without correction, and good comparative results can be obtained on surfaces with radii as low as 4 mm.

The primary purpose of the Novo-Curve is to enable users to characterize and control product quality within their production area, such as manufacturing. For example, in the case of pen and pencil bodies, where gloss forms an important part in the overall appearance, an ‘in-house’ tolerance banding would be decided upon and set.