| Chisorb® 292 | DBC Europe GmbH | Chisorb® 292 is a liquid light stabilizer belonging to the class of hindered amine light stabilizers. It provides outstanding light stability to various coating applications and, in addition, gives long-term heat stability to coatings by a radical trappin...view more Chisorb® 292 is a liquid light stabilizer belonging to the class of hindered amine light stabilizers. It provides outstanding light stability to various coating applications and, in addition, gives long-term heat stability to coatings by a radical trapping mechanism similar to that of hinder phenol. Its effectiveness can be greatly enhanced by co-addition of UV absorbers or nickel-containing stabilizers. This light yellowish liquid is suitable for coating applications such as: automotive coatings, coil coatings, wood strains or DIY paints, UV/EB coatings, one and two component PU, thermoplastic acrylics, thermosetting acryslics, alkyds, and polyesters, waterborne acrylics, phenolics, vinylics and UV curable acrylic. view less | |
| Chisorb® 523 | DBC Europe GmbH | Chisorb® 523 is a highly effective liquid light stabilizer with amino-ether function, which is different to the class of hindered amine light stabilizers preventing possible reaction with acidity filler, pigment or matrix. It provides outstanding light st...view more Chisorb® 523 is a highly effective liquid light stabilizer with amino-ether function, which is different to the class of hindered amine light stabilizers preventing possible reaction with acidity filler, pigment or matrix. It provides outstanding light stability to various coating applications and, in addition, gives long-term heat stability to coatings by a radical trapping mechanism similar to that of hinder phenol. Its effectiveness can be greatly enhanced by co-addition of UV absorbers or nickel-containing stabilizers. view less | |
| Chisorb® 5392 | DBC Europe GmbH | Chisorb® 5392 is a liquid UV absorber blended with HALS, particularly developed for coatings. This yellow to light brown liquid is very soluble in most organic solvents, which makes it particularly useful for automotive and industrial coatings. Chisorb® 5...view more Chisorb® 5392 is a liquid UV absorber blended with HALS, particularly developed for coatings. This yellow to light brown liquid is very soluble in most organic solvents, which makes it particularly useful for automotive and industrial coatings. Chisorb® 5392 is a liquid form at room temperature, which makes it much easier for handling than other benzotriazoles UV absorbers. It's broad UV absorption offers good protection of light sensitive base coats. view less | |
| Chisorb® 5530 | DBC Europe GmbH | Chisorb® 5530 is a liquid UV absorber of the hydroxyphenylbenzotriazole class particularly developed for coatings. This yellow to light amber liquid is very soluble in most organic solvents and is dispersible in aqueous systems, which makes it particularl...view more Chisorb® 5530 is a liquid UV absorber of the hydroxyphenylbenzotriazole class particularly developed for coatings. This yellow to light amber liquid is very soluble in most organic solvents and is dispersible in aqueous systems, which makes it particularly useful for automotive and industrial coatings. Chisorb® 5530 is a liquid form at room temperature which makes it much easier for handling than other benzotriazoles UV absorbers. Its broad UV absorption offers good protection of light sensitive base coats or substrates such as wood and plastics. view less | |
| Chisorb® 5571 | DBC Europe GmbH | Chisorb® 5571 is a liquid UV absorber of the hydroxyphenyl-benzotriazole class. It imparts good light stability to a variety of polymers during its use. Chisorb® 5571 features high compatibility in various substrates. It offers low volatility even at high...view more Chisorb® 5571 is a liquid UV absorber of the hydroxyphenyl-benzotriazole class. It imparts good light stability to a variety of polymers during its use. Chisorb® 5571 features high compatibility in various substrates. It offers low volatility even at high temperatures. It also exhibits high absorption and protection efficiency without imparting any yellowness to the protected substrate. Chisorb® 5571 can be applied in thermoplastic PUR, coating and integral foams, rigid and plasticized PVC, PVB, PMMA, PVDC, EVOH, EVA, hot cured unsaturated polyesters and spin finishes for PA, PET, PUR, and PP fibers. The clear viscous yellow liquid product is also suitable for latices, waxes, adhesives, styrene homo- and co-polymers, elastomers and polyolefins. view less | |
| Chisorb® 5582 | DBC Europe GmbH | Chisorb® 5582 is an ultraviolet light absorber for coatings. It belongs to the family of substituted benzotriazoles which protect against ultraviolet radiation. Chisorb® 5582 is a liquid in nature and is highly miscible in most monomers and oligomers, whi...view more Chisorb® 5582 is an ultraviolet light absorber for coatings. It belongs to the family of substituted benzotriazoles which protect against ultraviolet radiation. Chisorb® 5582 is a liquid in nature and is highly miscible in most monomers and oligomers, which makes it particular useful for automobile and industrial coatings. This product is a light yellow liquid. view less | |
| Chisorb® 593 | DBC Europe GmbH | Chisorb® 593 is a reactive absorber of the acrylic phenylbenzotriazole class, and it was developed specifically for improving compatibility, solubility, migration and reactivity properties. It is suggested to be added during the polymerization stage for a...view more Chisorb® 593 is a reactive absorber of the acrylic phenylbenzotriazole class, and it was developed specifically for improving compatibility, solubility, migration and reactivity properties. It is suggested to be added during the polymerization stage for acrylic resin, rubber and unsaturated polyester etc. This product appears as a light brown to yellow powder. view less | |
| Doublecure® 1172 | DBC Europe GmbH | Doublecure® 1172 is a cationic photoinitiator based on sulphonium chemistry. No detectable benzene is generated when it is utilized to induce the polymerization of epoxides and other cation polymerizable materials upon exposure to UV light. This product i...view more Doublecure® 1172 is a cationic photoinitiator based on sulphonium chemistry. No detectable benzene is generated when it is utilized to induce the polymerization of epoxides and other cation polymerizable materials upon exposure to UV light. This product is compatible with most cationic UV systems and is ideal for thin and clear coatings on metal, plastic, and paper. It appears as a light yellow liquid with a very faint odor. view less | |
| Doublecure® 1176 | DBC Europe GmbH | Doublecure® 1176 is a cationic photoinitiator based on sulphonium chemistry which is used to induce the polymerization of epoxides and other cationically polymerizable materials on exposure to UV light. It is compatible with most UV cationic UV systems an...view more Doublecure® 1176 is a cationic photoinitiator based on sulphonium chemistry which is used to induce the polymerization of epoxides and other cationically polymerizable materials on exposure to UV light. It is compatible with most UV cationic UV systems and is ideal for thin and clear coatings on metal, plastic, and paper substrates. This yellow liquid exhibits a very faint odor. view less | |
| Doublecure® 1190 | DBC Europe GmbH | Doublecure® 1190 is a cationic photoinitiator based on sulphonium chemistry which is used to induce the polymerization of epoxides and other cation polymerizable materials upon exposure to UV light. It is compatible with most cationic UV systems and is id...view more Doublecure® 1190 is a cationic photoinitiator based on sulphonium chemistry which is used to induce the polymerization of epoxides and other cation polymerizable materials upon exposure to UV light. It is compatible with most cationic UV systems and is ideal for thin and clear coatings on metal, plastic, and paper. This product is a clear yellow to amber liquid. view less | |
| Doublecure® 173 | DBC Europe GmbH | Doublecure® 173 is a liquid-type non-yellowing photoinitiator. Good solvency proprieties make it ideal for making photoinitiator blends. It is the initiator of choice for coating on wood, metal and plastic as well as UV-cured adhesives. Doublecure® 173, w...view more Doublecure® 173 is a liquid-type non-yellowing photoinitiator. Good solvency proprieties make it ideal for making photoinitiator blends. It is the initiator of choice for coating on wood, metal and plastic as well as UV-cured adhesives. Doublecure® 173, when irradiating with UV light, undergoes a homolytic and intramolecular type of breakage to generate a pair of free radicals to initiate the olymerization of UV curable systems. It does not require hydrogen donor to initiate its radicals. However its radicals are very sensitive to oxygen in the air. This product is a light yellow to clear liquid. view less | |
| Doublecure® 1819 | DBC Europe GmbH | Doublecure® 1819 is a photoinitiator for polymerization of unsaturated resins upon UV light exposure. It is suggested to be used in white pigmented formulations, the curing of glass fiber reinforced polyester/styrene systems, and for clearcoats of outdoor...view more Doublecure® 1819 is a photoinitiator for polymerization of unsaturated resins upon UV light exposure. It is suggested to be used in white pigmented formulations, the curing of glass fiber reinforced polyester/styrene systems, and for clearcoats of outdoor use in combinations with light stabilizers. With low concentrations of this white-yellowish powder, it can reach an excellent curing performance in highly opaque white and colored furniture coatings or screen inks containing titanium dioxide or colored pigments, and presents minimum yellowing after exposure to sufficient amounts of UV radiation. In addition, it allows curing of thick sections due to the outstanding absorption. view less | |
| Doublecure® 184 | DBC Europe GmbH | Doublecure® 184 is used for the application on non-yellowing UV Radiation Curing Systems. It is an alpha cleavage type photoinitiator, which combines the characteristics of high photospeed and exceptional storage life. Its non-yellowing and low-irritating...view more Doublecure® 184 is used for the application on non-yellowing UV Radiation Curing Systems. It is an alpha cleavage type photoinitiator, which combines the characteristics of high photospeed and exceptional storage life. Its non-yellowing and low-irritating properties, makes it an ideal choice for clear coatings on paper, flooring, metal, plastics and wood. Doublecure® 184, when irradiating with UV light, undergoes a homolytic and intramolecular type of breakage to generate a pair of free radicals to initiate the polymerization of UV curable systems. It does not require hydrogen donor to initiate its radicals. However, its radicals are very sensitive to oxygen in the air. Doublecure® 184 is strongly recommended when non-yellowing properties are crucial. Results obtained from an outdoor exposure study show that it gives better long-term non-yellowing performance than other initiators. Furthermore, it exhibits lower sensitivity to air inhibition than Doublecure® 173 during curing. view less | |
| Doublecure® 200 | DBC Europe GmbH | Doublecure® 200 is a liquid-type non-yellowing photosensitizer. Good solvency proprieties make it ideal for making photoinitiator blends. It is the initiator of choice for coating on wood, metal and plastic as well as UV-cured adhesives where non-yellowin...view more Doublecure® 200 is a liquid-type non-yellowing photosensitizer. Good solvency proprieties make it ideal for making photoinitiator blends. It is the initiator of choice for coating on wood, metal and plastic as well as UV-cured adhesives where non-yellowing properties are important. This product, when irradiating with UV light, undergoes both of a homolytic and intramolecular type of breakage to generate a pair of free radicals and a bimolecular hydrogen abstraction reaction to initiate the polymerization of UV curable systems. Its photospeed acting as a photoinitiator is not as fast as Doublecure® 173 for example, but it gives better non-yellowing performance and better surface curing. This product is a light yellow and clear liquid. view less | |
| Doublecure® 369 | DBC Europe GmbH | Doublecure® 369 is a highly efficient Free Radical Type I solid photoinitiator for UV-polymerization of chemically prepolymers in combination with mono-or multifunctional monomers. This pale yellow powder may be used after adequate testing alone or in com...view more Doublecure® 369 is a highly efficient Free Radical Type I solid photoinitiator for UV-polymerization of chemically prepolymers in combination with mono-or multifunctional monomers. This pale yellow powder may be used after adequate testing alone or in combination with suitable coinitiators, e.g., Doublecure® 184, for UV curable inks and varnishes for applications on paper, metal and plastic materials. Its high absorptivity makes it especially suitable for pigmented UV-curable systems, photo resists and printing plates. view less | |
| Doublecure® 3959 | DBC Europe GmbH | Doublecure® 3959 is a highly efficient non-yellowing radical photoinitiator for the UV curing systems comprising of unsaturated monomers and prepolymers. The active hydroxy group can be reacted with suitable functionalized unsaturated resins. This white p...view more Doublecure® 3959 is a highly efficient non-yellowing radical photoinitiator for the UV curing systems comprising of unsaturated monomers and prepolymers. The active hydroxy group can be reacted with suitable functionalized unsaturated resins. This white powder is especially suited to applications where a low odor is desired, and for use in water-borne systems based on acrylate or unsaturated polyester resins. It is mainly used in UV curable formulation on substrates of wood, metal, plastic and paper. view less | |
| DOUBLEMER® 127-100 | DBC Europe GmbH | DOUBLEMER® 127-100 is a standard bisphenol A epoxy diacrylate oligomer. This resin is characterized by fast cure, light color, chemical and heat resistance with high gloss and hardness. It belongs to the most common typical UV oligomer used in various UV/...view more DOUBLEMER® 127-100 is a standard bisphenol A epoxy diacrylate oligomer. This resin is characterized by fast cure, light color, chemical and heat resistance with high gloss and hardness. It belongs to the most common typical UV oligomer used in various UV/EB applications such as inks, coatings and overprinting varnishes. Formulated UV/EB curable products containing DOUBLEMER® 127-100 may be applied via lithographic, screen, gravure, direct or reverse roller and curtain coating methods. This product is recommended for use in: clear coatings for paper, paper board, wood, chipboard and rigid plastics; overprint varnishes; lithographic and screen ink; wood sealers; paper upgrading; laminating adhesives; and fast cure coatings. view less | |
| DOUBLEMER® 127-GP15 | DBC Europe GmbH | DOUBLEMER® 127-GP15 is a standard bisphenol A epoxy diacrylate oligomer with 15% GPTA as diluent. This resin is characterized by fast cure, light color, chemical and heat resistance with high gloss and hardness. It belongs to the most common typical UV ol...view more DOUBLEMER® 127-GP15 is a standard bisphenol A epoxy diacrylate oligomer with 15% GPTA as diluent. This resin is characterized by fast cure, light color, chemical and heat resistance with high gloss and hardness. It belongs to the most common typical UV oligomer used in various UV/EB applications such as inks, coatings and overprinting varnishes. Formulated UV/EB curable products containing DOUBLEMER® 127-100 may be applied via lithographic, screen, gravure, direct or reverse roller and curtain coating methods. This product is recommended for use in: clear coatings for paper, paper board, wood, chipboard and rigid plastics; overprint varnishes; lithographic and screen ink; wood sealers; paper upgrading; laminating adhesives; and fast cure coatings. view less | |
| DOUBLEMER® 127-TP20 | DBC Europe GmbH | DOUBLEMER 127-TP20 is a standard bisphenol A epoxy diacrylate oligomer with 20% TPGDA as diluent. This resin is characterized by fast cure, light color, chemical and heat resistance with high gloss and hardness. It belongs to the most common typical UV ol...view more DOUBLEMER 127-TP20 is a standard bisphenol A epoxy diacrylate oligomer with 20% TPGDA as diluent. This resin is characterized by fast cure, light color, chemical and heat resistance with high gloss and hardness. It belongs to the most common typical UV oligomer used in various UV/EB applications such as inks, coatings and overprinting varnishes. view less | |
| DOUBLEMER® 186 | DBC Europe GmbH | DOUBLEMER® 186 is a soya oil epoxidized acrylate oligomer. This resin is characterized by fast cure, excellent flow and leveling. It could be used as a minor component or as an additive used in clear or pigmented UV/EB coatings for improving their pigment...view more DOUBLEMER® 186 is a soya oil epoxidized acrylate oligomer. This resin is characterized by fast cure, excellent flow and leveling. It could be used as a minor component or as an additive used in clear or pigmented UV/EB coatings for improving their pigment wetting, leveling and adhesion. This product is recommended for use in: clear coatings for paper, overprint varnishes, wood top coat with smooth surface, ink binder with good wetting property and adhesive applications. view less | |
| DOUBLEMER® 188 | DBC Europe GmbH | DOUBLEMER® 188 is a high functional aromatic urethane acrylate oligomer diluted with 20-25% TMPTA, which provides very fast cure response when exposed to Ultraviolet Light (UV) or an Electron Beam (EB). Cured films of DOUBLEMER®188 exhibit excellent hardn...view more DOUBLEMER® 188 is a high functional aromatic urethane acrylate oligomer diluted with 20-25% TMPTA, which provides very fast cure response when exposed to Ultraviolet Light (UV) or an Electron Beam (EB). Cured films of DOUBLEMER®188 exhibit excellent hardness and solvent resistance. Formulated UV/EB curable products containing DOUBLEMER® 188 may be applied via lithographic, screen, gravure, direct or reverse roll and curtain coating methods. This product is recommended for use in: lithographic inks; improving cure speed, solvent resistance, and gloss; scratch resistant coating on plastic; and photo-imaginable soldier mask. view less | |
| DOUBLEMER® 193A-TF | DBC Europe GmbH | DOUBLEMER® 193A-TF is an epoxy acrylic oligomer with 50% TMPTA as diluent. This resin is characterized by fast cure, good dispersion and improved water/oil balance. DOUBLEMER® 193A-TF is suitable for offset ink, adhesive for plastics and metals, and photo...view more DOUBLEMER® 193A-TF is an epoxy acrylic oligomer with 50% TMPTA as diluent. This resin is characterized by fast cure, good dispersion and improved water/oil balance. DOUBLEMER® 193A-TF is suitable for offset ink, adhesive for plastics and metals, and photoimageable solder ink. DOUBLEMER® 193A-TF is toluene free. view less | |
| DOUBLEMER® 236 | DBC Europe GmbH | DOUBLEMER® 236 is a polyester acrylate oligomer blended with 40% trimethylolpropane triacrylate (TMPTA) monomer. It imparts good wet lithographic behavior and pigment wetting properties. The films of DOUBLEMER® 236 cured by ultraviolet light (UV) or elect...view more DOUBLEMER® 236 is a polyester acrylate oligomer blended with 40% trimethylolpropane triacrylate (TMPTA) monomer. It imparts good wet lithographic behavior and pigment wetting properties. The films of DOUBLEMER® 236 cured by ultraviolet light (UV) or electron beam (EB) exhibit good adhesion to metals, plastics and papers. Formulated UV/EB curable products containing DOUBLEMER® 236 may be applied via lithographic, screen, gravure, direct or reverse roll and curtain coating methods. This product is recommened for use in: wet lithographic inks for paper, plastics and metals; adhesion promoter for coatings on metals, plastics and paper; lithographic overprint varnishes; and post-formable inks. view less | |
| DOUBLEMER® 520N | DBC Europe GmbH | DOUBLEMER® 520N is a deca(10)-functional aliphatic urethane acrylate oligomer. It is cured via exposure to ultraviolet light and electron beam. DOUBLEMER® 520N is designed for lithographic, screen, gravure, roll and curtain coating applications. | |
| DOUBLEMER® 527 | DBC Europe GmbH | DOUBLEMER® 527 is a hexa-functional aliphatic urethane acrylate oligomer which provides very fast cure response when exposed to Ultraviolet Light (UV) or an Electron Beam (EB). It is used as a matting coating with anti-staining property especially for mar...view more DOUBLEMER® 527 is a hexa-functional aliphatic urethane acrylate oligomer which provides very fast cure response when exposed to Ultraviolet Light (UV) or an Electron Beam (EB). It is used as a matting coating with anti-staining property especially for marker pen. view less | |
| DOUBLEMER® 528 | DBC Europe GmbH | DOUBLEMER® 528 is a hexa-functional aliphatic urethane acrylate oligomer which provides very fast cure response when exposed to Ultraviolet Light (UV) or an Electron Beam (EB). It is used as a clear coating with anti-staining property especially for marke...view more DOUBLEMER® 528 is a hexa-functional aliphatic urethane acrylate oligomer which provides very fast cure response when exposed to Ultraviolet Light (UV) or an Electron Beam (EB). It is used as a clear coating with anti-staining property especially for marker pen. view less | |
| DOUBLEMER® 576 | DBC Europe GmbH | DOUBLEMER® 576 is a low viscosity, hexafunctional aliphatic urethane acrylate oligomer without PETIA. DOUBLEMER® 576 is suitable for coatings, inks and adhesives that require lowered viscosity. At the same time, it improves the cured physical properties s...view more DOUBLEMER® 576 is a low viscosity, hexafunctional aliphatic urethane acrylate oligomer without PETIA. DOUBLEMER® 576 is suitable for coatings, inks and adhesives that require lowered viscosity. At the same time, it improves the cured physical properties such as hardness, curing speed and chemical resistance with reasonable toughness and flexibility compared to ordinary hexafunctional aliphatic urethane acrylate. view less | |
| DOUBLEMER® 5810 | DBC Europe GmbH | DOUBLEMER® 5810 is a decafunctional aliphatic urethane acrylate oligomer which provides very fast cure response when exposed to Ultraviolet Light (UV) or an Electron Beam (EB). Cured films of DOUBLEMER® 5810 exhibit excellent hardness and solvent resistan...view more DOUBLEMER® 5810 is a decafunctional aliphatic urethane acrylate oligomer which provides very fast cure response when exposed to Ultraviolet Light (UV) or an Electron Beam (EB). Cured films of DOUBLEMER® 5810 exhibit excellent hardness and solvent resistance without yellowing. view less | |
| DOUBLEMER® 6915-E | DBC Europe GmbH | DOUBLEMER® 6915-E is a 100% solid content oligomer designed for plastic coating. It shows high matting efficiency, high reactivity, excellent hardness, excellent water resistance and excellent leveling. | |
| DOUBLEMER® 6MX75-E | DBC Europe GmbH | DOUBLEMER® 6MX75-E is an acrylate oligomer. It shows excellent adhesion, fast curing, low shrinkage, good aluminum powder orientation, good anti-yellowing and excellent leveling. DOUBLEMER® 6MX75-E can also be used as an adhesion promoter, to decrease coa...view more DOUBLEMER® 6MX75-E is an acrylate oligomer. It shows excellent adhesion, fast curing, low shrinkage, good aluminum powder orientation, good anti-yellowing and excellent leveling. DOUBLEMER® 6MX75-E can also be used as an adhesion promoter, to decrease coating shrinkage, and to improve matting efficiency. view less | |
| DOUBLEMER® 9136 | DBC Europe GmbH | DOUBLEMER® 9136 is a silicone acrylate which contributes slip, substrate wetting and flow properties when used as an additive in formulations cured by ultraviolet light (UV) or electron beam (EB). Cured films containing DOUBLEMER® 9136 will exhibit a smoo...view more DOUBLEMER® 9136 is a silicone acrylate which contributes slip, substrate wetting and flow properties when used as an additive in formulations cured by ultraviolet light (UV) or electron beam (EB). Cured films containing DOUBLEMER® 9136 will exhibit a smooth, tack free surface, with good blocking resistance. Because of its acrylate functionality, the silicone cures into the polymeric backbone, thus eliminating the migration that free silicones often display in coatings. view less | |
| DOUBLEMER® DI-TMPTA | DBC Europe GmbH | DOUBLEMER® Di-TMPTA is a high boiling monomeric liquid and has relative low viscosity. It is a tetrafunctional monomer which under exposure to ionizing radiation or added sources of free radicals undergoes polymerization. This product is recommended for u...view more DOUBLEMER® Di-TMPTA is a high boiling monomeric liquid and has relative low viscosity. It is a tetrafunctional monomer which under exposure to ionizing radiation or added sources of free radicals undergoes polymerization. This product is recommended for use in: adhesives; coatings for metal, optical, paper, PVC floor and wood; electronics for solder masks; inks for flexo, gravure, offset and screen. view less | |
| DOUBLEMER® DPHA | DBC Europe GmbH | DOUBLEMER® DPHA is a mixture of penta-acrylate and hexa-acrylate monomer. The hardness of the UV cured film will be improved if DOUBLEMER® DPHA is added into the formulation. | |
| DOUBLEMER® PETA | DBC Europe GmbH | DOUBLEMER® PETA is a multifunctional monomer which contains a mixture of tri-and tetra-acrylate. It can be used in a variety of UV curable coating where a high degree of crosslinking is requested. This product is an especially useful monomer where fast cu...view more DOUBLEMER® PETA is a multifunctional monomer which contains a mixture of tri-and tetra-acrylate. It can be used in a variety of UV curable coating where a high degree of crosslinking is requested. This product is an especially useful monomer where fast cure speed, hardness and high gloss properties are required. It can also be applied in UV/EB coatings and ink systems. view less | |
| DOUBLEMER® TMPTA | DBC Europe GmbH | DOUBLEMER® TMPTA is a trifunctional monomer which polymerizes when exposed to sources of free radicals. It is a reactive diluent compatible with a wide range of acrylated resins used in radiation curing applications. Cured films containing TMPTA provide h...view more DOUBLEMER® TMPTA is a trifunctional monomer which polymerizes when exposed to sources of free radicals. It is a reactive diluent compatible with a wide range of acrylated resins used in radiation curing applications. Cured films containing TMPTA provide hardness, good solvent and abrasion resistance and high gloss properties. This product is popular for overprint varnishes, inks and coatings. view less | |
| DOUBLEMER® TMPTMA | DBC Europe GmbH | DOUBLEMER® TMPTMA is a high boiling, relatively low viscosity liquid exhibiting a mild odor and excellent clarity. It is a highly reactive trifunctional crosslinking agent which has polymerizing characteristics similar to those of methyl methacrylate. Thi...view more DOUBLEMER® TMPTMA is a high boiling, relatively low viscosity liquid exhibiting a mild odor and excellent clarity. It is a highly reactive trifunctional crosslinking agent which has polymerizing characteristics similar to those of methyl methacrylate. This product is recommended for use in radiation cured systems such as coatings, inks, adhesive, and photoresists. It is also suitable as a modifier for rubber application. view less | |
| DOUBLEMER® TPGDA | DBC Europe GmbH | DOUBLEMER® TPGDA is a difunctional monomer with a branched alkyl polyether backbone. Polymerization occurs when TPGDA is exposed to sources of free radicals. This grade is characterized by its low viscosity, light color, light odor and good diluent for ol...view more DOUBLEMER® TPGDA is a difunctional monomer with a branched alkyl polyether backbone. Polymerization occurs when TPGDA is exposed to sources of free radicals. This grade is characterized by its low viscosity, light color, light odor and good diluent for oligomers. DOUBLEMER® TPGDA finds application in UV/EB ink and coating systems. It appears as a clear liquid with a bland odor. view less | |
| Doubletex OB | DBC Europe GmbH | Doubletex OB is a benzoxazole optical brightener. It is recommended for use in most coating and plastic applications to enhance whiteness. This product is a yellowish powder that is also odorless. It is highly efficient and suitable for the following addi...view more Doubletex OB is a benzoxazole optical brightener. It is recommended for use in most coating and plastic applications to enhance whiteness. This product is a yellowish powder that is also odorless. It is highly efficient and suitable for the following additional applications: as a whiteness mask for yellowish shelf clear coating; printing ink for security, safeguard; manufacture of fluorescent pigments/dyestuffs to reinforce the brightness; and increase deep tone for dark black and blue printing ink. view less | |
| Abrasion Scrub Tester | BYK-Gardner USA | Coated surfaces need to be tested for resistance to abrasion caused by a brush, sponge, or other means. The Wet Abrasion Tester produces a repeatable, controlled condition to simulate everyday use or wear patterns. |  |
| Auto-Chart Metallic Color | BYK-Gardner USA | Color and Appearance data in one QC management system. All critical color and appeaance parameters can be saved and analyzed with one software package, smart-chart. | |
| Auto-Chart Orange Peel/DOI | BYK-Gardner USA | Auto-Chart Orange Peel/DOI provides color and appearance data in one QC management system. All critical color and appearance parameters can be saved and analyzed with one software package, smart-chart. | |
| Auto-Match® III Sensor | BYK-Gardner USA | The last thing a paint department wants to worry about is a broken down color matching system. Therefore the Auto-Match® III Sensor has an extremely rugged and reliable design guaranteeing a maintenance-free operation for years. |  |
| Auto-Match Software | BYK-Gardner USA | BYK-Gardner's software combines proven reliability with excellent matching performance. The user friendly interface guarantees ease of operation: just choose the product line that you want to use and the software guides you through the process. | |
| Auto-QC | BYK-Gardner USA | Color Control Software: BYK-Gardner offers two levels of color control software for recording, analyzing and documenting color measurement results in the laboratory and production; auto-QC lite for basic QC requirements; auto-QC with advanced features. |  |
| Balanced Beam Scrape Adhesion And Mar Tester | BYK-Gardner USA | Balanced Beam Scrape Adhesion And Mar Tester is used to perform scrape adhesion and mar resistance (scratch hardness) tests of coatings and surfaces of various materials. |  |
| Bubble Viscometers | BYK-Gardner USA | BYK-Gardner bubble viscometers are used to quickly determine kinematic viscosity of known liquids such as resins and varnishes. |  |
| Buchholz Indentation Test | BYK-Gardner USA | The Buchholz indentation test is a reliable test method for evaluation of indentation resistance of plastic deformable coatings. |  |
| BYK LC 4 | BYK-Gardner USA | Conductivity meters for water based coatings systems. LC 4 handheld conductivity meter with touch-screen, easy to-use, rugged design. |  |
| BYK-mac | BYK-Gardner USA | Total color impression of effect finishes: The appearance of effect finishes is influenced by different viewing angles and viewing conditions. Apart from a light-dark flop and color shift special sparkling effects can be created. The BYK-mac spectrophoto...view more Total color impression of effect finishes: The appearance of effect finishes is influenced by different viewing angles and viewing conditions. Apart from a light-dark flop and color shift special sparkling effects can be created. The BYK-mac spectrophotometer is unique as it measures both multiangle color and flake characterization in one portable device. view less |  |
| BYK-mac COLOR | BYK-Gardner USA | Multi-angle color measurement: In order to control the lightness and / or color flop of an effect finish, the color needs to be measured under different viewing angles. BYK-mac COLOR spectrophotometer offers an attractive solution. |  |
| BYK-mac ROBOTIC | BYK-Gardner USA | BYK-mac ROBOTIC allows automated total color control as it is mounted on a robotic arm. Products can only be manufactured with uniform and consistent quality when process stability is guaranteed. Therefore, multi-angle color, sparkle, and graininess must ...view more BYK-mac ROBOTIC allows automated total color control as it is mounted on a robotic arm. Products can only be manufactured with uniform and consistent quality when process stability is guaranteed. Therefore, multi-angle color, sparkle, and graininess must be measured on a routine basis. The robotic system not only measures a high number of cars, but also on the same areas. view less |  |
| BYK-mac Small Aperture | BYK-Gardner USA | Special effect finishes are used in many applications to create new color impressions emphasizing the design of a product. Objects like mobile phone housings, bicycles or window handles are very small or curved. They require a color instrument with small ...view more Special effect finishes are used in many applications to create new color impressions emphasizing the design of a product. Objects like mobile phone housings, bicycles or window handles are very small or curved. They require a color instrument with small aperture and repeatable sample placement. The BYK-mac with 12 mm aperture guarantees repeatable results even on such products. view less |  |
| BYKO-Charts | BYK-Gardner USA | BYK-Gardner offers a wide range of drawdown cards and charts for virtually any application and coating material. Test charts are easy to use and an inexpensive substrate to test a variety of coating properties, such as opacity, spreading rate, penetrat...view more BYK-Gardner offers a wide range of drawdown cards and charts for virtually any application and coating material. Test charts are easy to use and an inexpensive substrate to test a variety of coating properties, such as opacity, spreading rate, penetration behavior, and flow and leveling behavior. They are used for testing architectural, industrial, automotive, wood finishes or even cosmetic products (e.g. nail polish). view less |  |
| BYKO-Cut Universal | BYK-Gardner USA | BYKO-Cut Universal is a portable instrument providing sufficient accuracy for laboratory use but also usable at construction sites and in workshops. It is ideal for customer service technicians and demonstrations. This is a universal instrument for measur...view more BYKO-Cut Universal is a portable instrument providing sufficient accuracy for laboratory use but also usable at construction sites and in workshops. It is ideal for customer service technicians and demonstrations. This is a universal instrument for measuring film thickness in the range of 2-2000 μm, adhesion test by means of cross-cut test, indentation hardness, and microscopic research for pores, pits, cracks, blisters, flaking, intercoat adhesion of the individual film in coat systems, and quality control of the pretreatment of the substrate. view less |  |
| BYKO-Spectra | BYK-Gardner USA | Colors appear differently under different lighting conditions. Use of a light booth to simulate different lighting conditions helps to obtain objective color assessment, improves communication and reduces product rejections. BYK-Gardner offers a complete ...view more Colors appear differently under different lighting conditions. Use of a light booth to simulate different lighting conditions helps to obtain objective color assessment, improves communication and reduces product rejections. BYK-Gardner offers a complete line of light booths which allow you to see what your product will look like – independent of location and environmental influences. For critical color evaluation, the BYKO-Spectra light booth offers every option and feature that is needed to evaluate and communicate color with absolute confidence. view less |  |
| BYKO-Spectra Basic | BYK-Gardner USA | For general color evaluation under defined lighting conditions, the BYKO-Spectra Basic light booth offers several benefits. It allows for the comparison of standard and sample in a color-neutral environment, and offers three different controlled light sou...view more For general color evaluation under defined lighting conditions, the BYKO-Spectra Basic light booth offers several benefits. It allows for the comparison of standard and sample in a color-neutral environment, and offers three different controlled light sources: daylight, incandescent light, and department store light. It is easy to operated by using individual switches for each light source, can be set up in minutes without any tools, and allows for economical testing of large samples in a compact design - for laboratory and production. view less |  |
| BYKO-Spectra Effect | BYK-Gardner USA | Effect finish appearance is influenced by different viewing angles and viewing conditions. With BYK-Gardner’s new BYKO-Spectra Effect light booth, it is now possible to control both parameters to ensure objective evaluation of the total color impression o...view more Effect finish appearance is influenced by different viewing angles and viewing conditions. With BYK-Gardner’s new BYKO-Spectra Effect light booth, it is now possible to control both parameters to ensure objective evaluation of the total color impression of effect finishes. This helps to improve communication and reduce product rejections. view less |  |
| BYKO-Spectra Mini | BYK-Gardner USA | For general color evaluation of small samples the BYKO-Spectra Mini light booth offers several benefits. It allows for comparison of standard and sample in a color-neutral environment, and three different controlled light sources: daylight, incandescent l...view more For general color evaluation of small samples the BYKO-Spectra Mini light booth offers several benefits. It allows for comparison of standard and sample in a color-neutral environment, and three different controlled light sources: daylight, incandescent light, and department store light. It is easy to operate, has a quick set up, and allows for economical testing of small samples due to its compact design. view less |  |
| BYKO-test 4200/4500 | BYK-Gardner USA | The byko-test 4500 film thickness gauge allows for the measurement of a variety of products. No cable exchange or calibration is needed when changing from a ferrous to a non-ferrous substrate. The large LCD display and 10 second retention of the last meas...view more The byko-test 4500 film thickness gauge allows for the measurement of a variety of products. No cable exchange or calibration is needed when changing from a ferrous to a non-ferrous substrate. The large LCD display and 10 second retention of the last measured value makes the byko-test 4500 easy to use. view less |  |
| BYKO-test 8500 | BYK-Gardner USA | The byko-test 8500 film thickness gauge has a modular design to accommodate a wide range of applications. Multiple sensor probes are available for maximun flexibility. Coating thickness can be measured on a wide variety of metal substrates: iron, steel, c...view more The byko-test 8500 film thickness gauge has a modular design to accommodate a wide range of applications. Multiple sensor probes are available for maximun flexibility. Coating thickness can be measured on a wide variety of metal substrates: iron, steel, copper, aluminum, zinc, brass, and titanium. view less |  |
| BYKO-test MP0R | BYK-Gardner USA | The byko-test MP0R film gage allows quick and easy measurements of coatings thickness on ferrous and non-ferrous substrates. The instrument automatically identifies the kind of substrate and selects the appropriate test method accordingly. The instrument...view more The byko-test MP0R film gage allows quick and easy measurements of coatings thickness on ferrous and non-ferrous substrates. The instrument automatically identifies the kind of substrate and selects the appropriate test method accordingly. The instrument is designed for one-hand operation. An integrated spring guarantees a constant pressure of the probe to the sample's surface. The instrument comes with an integrated radio transmitter. For wireless transmission of the measured values directly to a PC, the optional radio receiver and software is necessary. view less |  |
| CAPCALC 32 | BYK-Gardner USA | Software for CAP 2000+: Turn your CAP2000+ Viscometer into a sensitive, accurate rheometer. When advanced sample analysis is required, CAPCALC can control the viscometer from any PC to provide automatic data capture and graphical display to facilitate a...view more Software for CAP 2000+: Turn your CAP2000+ Viscometer into a sensitive, accurate rheometer. When advanced sample analysis is required, CAPCALC can control the viscometer from any PC to provide automatic data capture and graphical display to facilitate analysis of test samples. view less | |
| Cloud-Runner | BYK-Gardner USA | Control and guarantee a uniform finish - no more mottling! Mottling disturbes the overall color harmony of effect finishes. These irregular lightness variations can now be objectively measured with BYK-Gardner's newest innovation: the cloud-runner simulat...view more Control and guarantee a uniform finish - no more mottling! Mottling disturbes the overall color harmony of effect finishes. These irregular lightness variations can now be objectively measured with BYK-Gardner's newest innovation: the cloud-runner simulates visual evaluation under different observing angles and characterizes clouds / mottles by their size and visibility. view less |  |
| Color-Guide | BYK-Gardner USA | Keyboards, pens and window handles require a color instrument with a very small aperture and a repeatable sample placement. Color-Guide 45/0, 4 mm aperture together with the optional sample holder guarantee repeatable results and a convenient sample place...view more Keyboards, pens and window handles require a color instrument with a very small aperture and a repeatable sample placement. Color-Guide 45/0, 4 mm aperture together with the optional sample holder guarantee repeatable results and a convenient sample placement. view less |  |
| Color-Guide Plus | BYK-Gardner USA | Color-Guide Plus - the Electronic Fandeck! Instead of spending hours searching through hundreds of fandeck colors trying to match your customer's sample, why not get your answer in less than a second with the color-guide plus? |  |
| Color-View | BYK-Gardner USA | The Color-View spectrophotometer is a highly reliable 45/0 instrument with circumferential illumination. It is designed to measure rough, directional surfaces, pellets or powdered materials like plastic concentrates and resins, and smooth uniform surfaces...view more The Color-View spectrophotometer is a highly reliable 45/0 instrument with circumferential illumination. It is designed to measure rough, directional surfaces, pellets or powdered materials like plastic concentrates and resins, and smooth uniform surfaces like paint drawdowns and sprayouts, all with the same degree of certainty. view less |  |
| Cone and Plate Viscometer | BYK-Gardner USA | The versatility of the CAP 1000+ and CAP 2000+ makes these instruments a practical tool for any QC or R&D lab requiring quick and easy testing of materials, regardless of application, at high shear rates. |  |
| Conical Mandrel Tester | BYK-Gardner USA | Bending coated sheet metal over a defined radius is an indicator of the elongation and adhesion of a paint film at bending stress. BYK-Gardner offers two types of mandrel bending testers – a cylindrical mandrel and a conical mandrel. |  |
| "Coverall" Bend And Impact Tester | BYK-Gardner USA | "Coverall" Bend And Impact Tester is used to test both flexibility and impact resistance. By simply reversing the impacter, the instrument can evaluate the flexibility of can-stock coating during double seaming and to test its impact resistance in handlin...view more "Coverall" Bend And Impact Tester is used to test both flexibility and impact resistance. By simply reversing the impacter, the instrument can evaluate the flexibility of can-stock coating during double seaming and to test its impact resistance in handling. view less |  |
| Cross-Cut Tester Kit | BYK-Gardner USA | Cross-Cut Tester Kits are available in 2 different blade versions, one is a multi-cut blade with 6 cutting edges, the other version has one cutting edge. The Cross-Cut Tester blades are made of hardened steel alloy. The blades are designed for retaining a...view more Cross-Cut Tester Kits are available in 2 different blade versions, one is a multi-cut blade with 6 cutting edges, the other version has one cutting edge. The Cross-Cut Tester blades are made of hardened steel alloy. The blades are designed for retaining a sharp cutting edge and reduce the frequency of blade replacement. view less |  |
| Cupping Tester | BYK-Gardner USA | The BYK-Gardner cupping tester has been designed for determining the elongation and deformability of single- and multiple-layer systems on metal substrates. It has an electrohydraulic drive for highly reproducible results, an easy-to-use eccentric clampin...view more The BYK-Gardner cupping tester has been designed for determining the elongation and deformability of single- and multiple-layer systems on metal substrates. It has an electrohydraulic drive for highly reproducible results, an easy-to-use eccentric clamping ring, and the C-opening accepts large and small test panels. view less |  |
| Cylindrical Mandrel Tester | BYK-Gardner USA | Bending coated sheet metal over a defined radius is an indicator of the elongation and adhesion of a paint film at bending stress. BYK-Gardner offers two types of mandrel bending testers – a cylindrical mandrel and a conical mandrel. |  |
| Delta Color Comparator | BYK-Gardner USA | The BYK-Gardner Delta Color Comparator uses precision polished opticalglass filters as reference standards. Two different models are available: with or without illumination. The rugged design of this instrument allows the color comparator to be used at a...view more The BYK-Gardner Delta Color Comparator uses precision polished opticalglass filters as reference standards. Two different models are available: with or without illumination. The rugged design of this instrument allows the color comparator to be used at any location, and easy operation allows anyone to determine Gardner Color Numbers. The optional illuminator allows back-light color to improve viewing conditions. view less |  |
| Density Cups | BYK-Gardner USA | BYK-Gardner Density Cups use a cylindrical shape which provides a large opening for easy filling, emptying, and cleaning. The tightly fitted stainless steel covers have an upward slope to a small hole in the center to allow excess sample material to be ex...view more BYK-Gardner Density Cups use a cylindrical shape which provides a large opening for easy filling, emptying, and cleaning. The tightly fitted stainless steel covers have an upward slope to a small hole in the center to allow excess sample material to be expelled without entrapping air bubbles, which increases accuracy. view less |  |
| Digital KU-2 | BYK-Gardner USA | The Digital KU-2 viscometer provides a direct digital reading in Krebs units (KU), centipoise, and grams (gm). This simplifies an established test procedure providing an immediate calculation of the viscosity value. The viscometer automatically starts or ...view more The Digital KU-2 viscometer provides a direct digital reading in Krebs units (KU), centipoise, and grams (gm). This simplifies an established test procedure providing an immediate calculation of the viscosity value. The viscometer automatically starts or stops by lowering or raising the viscometer. The KU-2 automatically establishes the correct rotational speed to comply with ASTM method D 562. view less |  |
| DPM 100 | BYK-Gardner USA | The DPM 100 Digital Pocket Microscope offers varying magnification up to 200x suitable for most quality inspection work. The microscope features integrated LED illumination which can be turned on and off depending on the application. The DPM contains a hi...view more The DPM 100 Digital Pocket Microscope offers varying magnification up to 200x suitable for most quality inspection work. The microscope features integrated LED illumination which can be turned on and off depending on the application. The DPM contains a high-resolution color camera which provides crisp, clear images. To capture an image simply press the red button on the microscope. The microscope can be used for many applications, such as print quality, paper structure, coatings, textiles, and plastics. view less |  |
| Drying Time Recorder | BYK-Gardner USA | BYK-Gardner offers the versatile BK Drying Time Recorder to help quantify the various stages of film curing and drying, deliver reproducible results, and guarantee highest efficiency. The various stages of drying and curing that occur in films are easy t...view more BYK-Gardner offers the versatile BK Drying Time Recorder to help quantify the various stages of film curing and drying, deliver reproducible results, and guarantee highest efficiency. The various stages of drying and curing that occur in films are easy to detect but difficult to define in terms of chemical and physical principles. In order to evaluate them objectively it is necessary to use instrumentation under controlled conditions. view less |  |
| DUR-O-TEST | BYK-Gardner USA | This pocket instrument allows hardness tests on flat and curved surfaces. The instrument consists of a sleeve with a pressure spring that can be bent to various tensions by using a slide. The spring acts on a tungsten carbide needle with its tip extending...view more This pocket instrument allows hardness tests on flat and curved surfaces. The instrument consists of a sleeve with a pressure spring that can be bent to various tensions by using a slide. The spring acts on a tungsten carbide needle with its tip extending out of the sleeve. A locking screw fixes the slide, thus maintaining constant spring tension. view less |  |
| DV-E Rotational Viscometer | BYK-Gardner USA | DV-E Rotational Viscometer has simplified controls, which allow operators to change test parameters quickly with the push of a switch and turn of a knob. The digital display ensures easy and accurate readout of results for simultaneous measurements of vis...view more DV-E Rotational Viscometer has simplified controls, which allow operators to change test parameters quickly with the push of a switch and turn of a knob. The digital display ensures easy and accurate readout of results for simultaneous measurements of viscosity and torque. view less |  |
| Easy-Link | BYK-Gardner USA | Easy-Link is a software that helps document measurement results. It offers easy and direct data transfer from the instrument to Excel®, and QC templates prepared in Excel® allow you to create professional QC reports. All the data is summarized in one easy...view more Easy-Link is a software that helps document measurement results. It offers easy and direct data transfer from the instrument to Excel®, and QC templates prepared in Excel® allow you to create professional QC reports. All the data is summarized in one easy-to-read report: gloss, thickness, color, and specific product information. In addition, the software is expandable, so modification can be made easily when new requirements are established. view less |  |
| Fineness Of Grind Gages | BYK-Gardner USA | The Fineness of Grind Gage is used to indicate the fineness of grind or the presence of coarse particles or agglomerates in a dispersion. It does not determine particle size or particle size distribution. Grind gages are used in controlling the production...view more The Fineness of Grind Gage is used to indicate the fineness of grind or the presence of coarse particles or agglomerates in a dispersion. It does not determine particle size or particle size distribution. Grind gages are used in controlling the production, storage, and application of dispersion products produced by milling in the paint, plastic, pigment, printing ink, paper, ceramic, pharmaceutical, food, and many other industries. view less |  |
| Gardner Impact Tester Automatic Lift System | BYK-Gardner USA | Gardner Impact Tester Automatic Lift System features a pneumatically powered system added to the standard manual Gardner impact tester to relieve the operator of repetitive lifting of the drop weight and improve the repeatability of the test. This system ...view more Gardner Impact Tester Automatic Lift System features a pneumatically powered system added to the standard manual Gardner impact tester to relieve the operator of repetitive lifting of the drop weight and improve the repeatability of the test. This system is especially helpful where large 8 and 16 pound weights are used. By using a mechanical stop, the test is made more repeatable by eliminating any variation in the drop point by individuals releasing the weight by eye. view less |  |
| Gradient-Oven | BYK-Gardner USA | The Gradient-Oven is a test apparatus for evaluating the baking and drying behavior of liquid coatings, powder coatings, resins, and plastics. A production baking process can be simulated by programming heat-up speed, baking temperature and time. This ins...view more The Gradient-Oven is a test apparatus for evaluating the baking and drying behavior of liquid coatings, powder coatings, resins, and plastics. A production baking process can be simulated by programming heat-up speed, baking temperature and time. This instrument saves time and energy, generates various curing temperatures on one panel, and simulates the temperature profile of a production oven in the laboratory. view less |  |
| Haze-Gard Dual | BYK-Gardner USA | The Haze-Gard Dual objectively measures Total Transmittance and Transmission Haze according to two international specifications: ISO 13468 Compensation method and ASTM D1003 Noncompensated method. This instrument offers fast measurement of a variety of sa...view more The Haze-Gard Dual objectively measures Total Transmittance and Transmission Haze according to two international specifications: ISO 13468 Compensation method and ASTM D1003 Noncompensated method. This instrument offers fast measurement of a variety of samples and precise and reliable readings. view less |  |
| Haze-Gard Plus | BYK-Gardner USA | The Haze-Gard Plus quantifies the visual perception with objective measurement data. All essential criteria for transparency can be measured with one instrument: Total transmittance, Transmission haze, and See-through quality. |  |
| Haze-Gloss | BYK-Gardner USA | The haze meter was designed for the needs in the laboratory. Gloss, haze and mirror reflection can all be measured with one instrument for low to high gloss surfaces. It has a mirror reflection for materials with very high reflection capabilities, such as...view more The haze meter was designed for the needs in the laboratory. Gloss, haze and mirror reflection can all be measured with one instrument for low to high gloss surfaces. It has a mirror reflection for materials with very high reflection capabilities, such as metals. This instrument also has a reference beam, closed optics, and a self diagnosis guarantee for accurate quality control. view less |  |
| Heavy-Duty Impact Tester | BYK-Gardner USA | This impact tester has gained wide acceptance in testing the impact resistance of many types of coatings from paints to varnishes to tough plated, plastic or laminated coatings. It is also widely used to establish quality control standards for resistance ...view more This impact tester has gained wide acceptance in testing the impact resistance of many types of coatings from paints to varnishes to tough plated, plastic or laminated coatings. It is also widely used to establish quality control standards for resistance to impact surface damage and penetration of many construction materials including plastics, resins, fiberglass, sheet metals, and plywood. view less |  |
| HeliPath Stand | BYK-Gardner USA | The Helipath stand is designed to lower and raise the viscometer so that its rotating shearing element will describe a helical path through the test sample. By always cutting into fresh material the problem of separating is eliminated. The reversing featu...view more The Helipath stand is designed to lower and raise the viscometer so that its rotating shearing element will describe a helical path through the test sample. By always cutting into fresh material the problem of separating is eliminated. The reversing feature of the Helipath stand allows measurements to be made over a period of time. view less |  |
| Hoffman Scratch Hardness Tester | BYK-Gardner USA | The Hoffman Scratch Hardess Tester was developed for the comparative evaluation of scratch resistance and adhesion of many types of coatings. This instrument consists of a four-wheeled carriage, a scale arm graduated from 0-20 that is attached permanentl...view more The Hoffman Scratch Hardess Tester was developed for the comparative evaluation of scratch resistance and adhesion of many types of coatings. This instrument consists of a four-wheeled carriage, a scale arm graduated from 0-20 that is attached permanently to the carriage in a counterpoised condition about the pivot axis, and a scratch tool with a sharp circular rim mounted at 45° to the flat test surface. view less |  |
| ISO Impact Tester | BYK-Gardner USA | ISO Impact Tester is used for testing impact resistance of coatings on metal substrates. In accordance with ISO standard, the test panel is fixed on the die using a clamping device, so that the panel surface outside the test area is not affected by the ra...view more ISO Impact Tester is used for testing impact resistance of coatings on metal substrates. In accordance with ISO standard, the test panel is fixed on the die using a clamping device, so that the panel surface outside the test area is not affected by the rapid deformation caused by the falling weight. This instrument features an anodized guide tube with a scale in inches and mm, tolerance for ISO falling weights +/- 1g, and a maximum falling weight of 2 kg. It also has exchangeable falling weights and dies and can be easily converted for testing in accordance with ASTM. view less |  |
| LCM III | BYK-Gardner USA | The LCM III is a reliable color instrument which replaces conventional visual color evaluation with an objective measurement. It is ideal for routine production control of clear, transparent liquids like resins, adhesives and solvents. This instrument fea...view more The LCM III is a reliable color instrument which replaces conventional visual color evaluation with an objective measurement. It is ideal for routine production control of clear, transparent liquids like resins, adhesives and solvents. This instrument features a large touch-screen display with intuitive user guidance for simple operation and automatic cuvette recognition, which helps avoid faulty data measurement. view less |  |
| LCS III | BYK-Gardner USA | The LCS III is a highly precise color instrument which spectrally measures all color shades of optically clear liquids. Besides the conventional visual color numbers (Gardner, Iodine, Hazen (APHA) etc.) the LCS can measure opponent color such as CIELab,...view more The LCS III is a highly precise color instrument which spectrally measures all color shades of optically clear liquids. Besides the conventional visual color numbers (Gardner, Iodine, Hazen (APHA) etc.) the LCS can measure opponent color such as CIELab, XYZ and Yxy under the conditions of illumiant C (daylight) and 2° Standard Observer. view less |  |
| Light-Duty Impact Tester | BYK-Gardner USA | The Light-Duty Impact Tester should be used with materials that can be damaged or penetrated by small impact forces such as products mildly abused in households, offices or labs through years of normal use. It measures impact resistance of plastics and ot...view more The Light-Duty Impact Tester should be used with materials that can be damaged or penetrated by small impact forces such as products mildly abused in households, offices or labs through years of normal use. It measures impact resistance of plastics and other materials. view less |  |
| Liquid Color Standards | BYK-Gardner USA | The BYK-Gardner Liquid Color Standard Comparator provides the entire BYK-Gardner Color Scale, against which a liquid sample can be visually compared. It has a rugged design for use in the laboratory and production, and offers quick and easy color quality ...view more The BYK-Gardner Liquid Color Standard Comparator provides the entire BYK-Gardner Color Scale, against which a liquid sample can be visually compared. It has a rugged design for use in the laboratory and production, and offers quick and easy color quality control of liquids. view less |  |
| Mechanical Cupping Tester | BYK-Gardner USA | The BYK-Gardner Mechanical Cupping Tester is designed to test the elongation and deformability of lacquers and protective coatings applied to metal substrates. The punch is applied under pressure to the uncoated side of the test panel. The panel is held i...view more The BYK-Gardner Mechanical Cupping Tester is designed to test the elongation and deformability of lacquers and protective coatings applied to metal substrates. The punch is applied under pressure to the uncoated side of the test panel. The panel is held in place by a clamping ring. Two test procedures can be performed the "Predetermined depth" (go/no go) or "Minimum depth required to cause failure". view less |  |
| Micro-Gloss | BYK-Gardner USA | The Micro-Gloss has been the unsurpassed industry standard in gloss measurement for many years. It is the only gloss meter combining highest accuracy, ease of use and multiple functionality - essential for today's testing requirements. |  |
| Micro-Gloss Accessories | BYK-Gardner USA | This is a collection of accessories for the micro-gloss product line. It includes a replacement holder with high gloss calibration tile and a checking standard. In order to control the performance and linearity of the glossmeter it is recommended to use a...view more This is a collection of accessories for the micro-gloss product line. It includes a replacement holder with high gloss calibration tile and a checking standard. In order to control the performance and linearity of the glossmeter it is recommended to use a checking standard periodically. The control interval is dependent on the usage conditions of the glossmeter. view less | |
| Micro-Haze Plus | BYK-Gardner USA | The Micro-Haze Plus measures gloss and haze in one measurement procedure. This handy hazemeter is the ideal solution for measurement on finished products, for quality control in the production line and for technical service at the customer site. |  |
| Micro-Tri-Gloss | BYK-Gardner USA | Micro-Tri-Gloss combines 20°, 60°, 85° in one glossmeter - as handy as the one angle unit. Having three geometries in one unit allows you to be in compliance with international standards and to quickly recognize quality variations. |  |
| Micro-TRI-Gloss μ | BYK-Gardner USA | The micro-TRI-gloss µ measures both in seconds and at the same position. This saves time and is ideal for checks in the field. It simultaneously displays 20°, 60°, and 85° for high gloss to matte coatings. It has an automatic check of glossmeter calibrati...view more The micro-TRI-gloss µ measures both in seconds and at the same position. This saves time and is ideal for checks in the field. It simultaneously displays 20°, 60°, and 85° for high gloss to matte coatings. It has an automatic check of glossmeter calibration standard and an easy, multilingual menu operation with scroll wheel. This instrument also has memory for 999 readings with name input and includes easy-link software for professional documentation in Excel®. view less |  |
