GL RETROREFLECTOMETER 4.0 SRS

Scanning Retroreflectometer System

GL RETROREFLECTROMETER 4 SRS scanning retroreflectometer system

Measuring reflective properties and color parameters of the illuminated surface

In accordance with the requirements of the CIE 54.2, manufacturers of retroreflective devices face the challenge of testing the reflection values and determine the color coordinates of the light reflected from the illuminated surface.
GL RETROREFLECTOMETER 4.0 SRS projects light onto the reflecting surface and measures the parameters of the reflected beam, thus imitating situations when car lights illuminate e.g. road signs, and the reflected light returns to the driver’s eye.
Thanks to the use of a fast scanning monochromator, unparalleled accuracy is achieved while maintaining measurement times that rival those of an array spectrometer.

Measurements in accordance with requirements of international standards

GL RETROREFLECTOMETER 4.0 SRS has been designed in accordance with the requirements of CIE 54.2, which describes possible methods of retroreflection measurement. The GL Optic rertoreflectometer allows you to perform tests according to the ECE R150, ECE R3, ECE R27, ECE R48 and FMVSS 108 standards, as well as in accordance with EN 12899 regarding the measurement of road signs.

Highest precision and wide measurement range

The realization of standard Illuminant A (2856 K) based on an LED light source* guarantees high luminous output. With a fast monochromator acting as a measuring instrument, spectral measurements improve accuracy of monochromatic radiation measurements, provide access to colorimetric data and allow for recalculation of results to simulate using other types of illuminant.

*Halogen light source available as an option

Full information about the properties of reflected optical radiation

The conventional approach to retroreflectance measurements includes the use of photometers or colorimeters. This limits the amount of information about the assessed radiation in comparison with the output of the GL RETROREFLECTOMETER 4.0 SRS, which allows for complete spectral analysis. Besides the metrics related to the quantity and chromaticity, a large number of quality metrics becomes available.

GL RETROREFLECTOMETER 4.0 SRS Usage

GL RETROREFLECTOMETER 4.0 SRS is dedicated to work with the GLG A 50-1800 goniometer. The integration of these two devices creates a complete measurement system for automotive retroreflective devices, warning triangles, road signs and other types of retroreflective samples.
The basic use of a retroreflectometer is to determine the coefficient of luminous intensity (CIL) and the x and y chromaticity coordinates.

Fast monochromator expands possibilities

The GL Optic device stands out from competing solutions thanks to the use of a fast monochromator unit. This solution does not utilize photopic filter, thus eliminating the errors derived from spectral mismatch scenarios. Owing to the absolute, spectral domain in which measurements are performed, recalculation of photometric and colorimetric parameters for various illuminants is possible.
The use of a fast scanning monochromator brings the benefits of spectral measurements without the sacrifices associated with array spectrometers. The device can be trusted to deliver unparalleled sensitivity while each single spectral measurements takes mere seconds.

GL RETROREFLECTOMETER 4.0 SRS Features

Measurements in line with requirements and more

In accordance with the regulations, samples can be measured on goniometers such as GLG A 50-1800, which facilitate movement in correct geometry.
In addition to the measurement of x, y chromaticity coordinates required by the standard, the GL Optic retroreflectometer is also able to simultaneously measure many other colorimetric parameters.

Fast and reliable

The time of one measurement in the visible range is only a few seconds!
The applied light source aging compensation system protects the device against negative influence on accuracy resulting from a decrease in luminous output and change of colorimetric parameters.

More possibilities

Thanks to the use of the spectral measurement method, it is possible to test parameters also for illuminants of a different type than the default illuminant A.

GL RETROREFLECTOMETER 4.0 SRS Metrics

Our preconfigured, individually calibrated instruments deliver fast and precise results for nearly any practical light measurement application. It allows for performing a single measurement in seconds and review the results in dedicated analytical GL Goniometer software.

Using GL RETROREFLECTOMETER 4.0 SRS, you can measure all of the following optical quantities:

    • CIL
    • Chromaticity cooridnates x, y
    • CCT
    • Duv
    • Full spectral distribution in the visible range
      +many more!

GL RETROREFLECTOMETER 4.0 SRS Specifications

APPLICATION
Testing of automotive retro reflectors
PROJECTOR UNIT
Source typeQuartz halogen 275 W
CCT2856 K (Illuminant A)
Projector apertureø 50 mm
Uniformity of illuminance< 2%
Illuminated areaCircular with adjustable diameter by iris diaphragm ø from 20 cm to 70 cm (available at all working distances)
PHOTO RECEIVER
TypeScanning monochromator
Measurement time< 5 s
Entrance apertureø 12.5 mm
Spectral range340 nm - 780 nm
Spectral resolution5 nm
GENERAL
Angle of divergence αfrom 20' to 1°30' (0,33° to 1,5°) at distances from 10 m to 15 m
from 12' to 1°30' (0,2° to 1,5°) at distances from 15 m to 30,5 m (100 ft)
Angle position resolution0.0001°
Working distance10 m - 30.5 m (100 ft)
CIL measurement range1 mcd/lx – 10.000 mcd/lx
Uncertainty of colour coordinates0.0015
GENERAL PROPERTIES
Dimmensions [H x W x D]2566 mm x 507 mm x 568 mm
Weight~ 50 kg

Note: Instrument, firmware and software specification are subject to change without prior notice. All information included in GL OPTIC datasheets and product information available in any form are carefully prepared and included information believed to be true. Please note that discrepancies may occur due to text and/or other errors or changes in the available technology. We advise to contact GL Optic before the use of the product to obtain the latest product specification.

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