In this application to analyze paint formulations, an Ocean Insight spectrometer setup measures the reflectance of painted surfaces.
Paint and coating materials comprise components including pigments, dyes, fillers and binders, with careful mixing of each element contributing to product quality and performance. The ability to evaluate different paint formulations and UV-protective coatings within minutes versus hours can make a big difference in development time and cost.
Experimental Setup
For fast, convenient assessment of paint samples on flat surfaces and substrates, Ocean Insight used an extended-range (UV-Visible-NIR) spectrometer with a broadband light source, integrating sphere for reflectance, and diffuse reflectance standard. This modular setup allowed us to quickly characterize the diffuse, specular and total reflectance characteristics of each sample.