BS EN 14086:2003
Paper and board - Measurement of specular gloss - 45 ° gloss with a parallel beam, DIN method

Standard No.

BS EN 14086:2003

Release Date

2003

Published By

British Standards Institution (BSI)

Latest

BS EN 14086:2003

Replace

01/121668 DC-2001

Scope

This European Standard specifies a photometric test method for the assessment of visual gloss by means of a reflectometer value measured at an angle of 45°. It is applicable to plane paper and board surfaces of high gloss, commonly called glossy papers and boards, having reflectance values, measured according to this European Standard, above approximately 7. Materials containing optical brightning agents maybe measured.

BS EN 14086:2003 history

• 2003 BS EN 14086:2003 Paper and board - Measurement of specular gloss - 45 ° gloss with a parallel beam, DIN method