SOLY SLY100 Color & Haze Meter
| Brand | SOLY |
|---|---|
| Origin | Shanghai, China |
| Model | SLY100 |
| Product Type | Automatic |
| Haze Range | 0–100% |
| Total Transmittance Range | 0–100% |
| Haze Repeatability | ±0.1% |
| Transmittance Repeatability | ±0.1% |
| Compliance Standards | ASTM D1003, ASTM D1044, ISO 13468, ISO 14782, GB/T 2410 |
| Illuminants | A, C, D65 (for haze) |
| Display | 7-inch Android touchscreen interface |
| Sample Chamber | Open-access, dual-orientation (horizontal/vertical) |
| Software | PC-based analysis suite with report generation, audit trail, and data export (CSV, PDF, XML) |
Overview
The SOLY SLY100 Color & Haze Meter is a fully integrated optical measurement instrument engineered for simultaneous, high-reproducibility quantification of colorimetric parameters, haze, and total transmittance in transparent and translucent materials. It operates on the principle of double-beam compensation photometry—where a reference beam corrects for source drift, detector nonlinearity, and ambient light interference—ensuring traceable accuracy across repeated measurements. Designed for quality control laboratories in polymer processing, display manufacturing, and packaging R&D, the SLY100 delivers metrologically sound data aligned with international regulatory expectations for optical material characterization.
Key Features
- Simultaneous acquisition of CIE L*a*b*, YI (ASTM E313), WI (CIE/ASTM E313), Gardner, Platinum-Cobalt, and 30+ standardized color indices
- Dual-mode optical path architecture supporting both compensated transmittance (per ASTM D1003 Annex A) and direct haze measurement (per ISO 14782)
- Configurable illuminant selection: A, C, and D65 for haze and transmittance; full CIE-standard set (24 illuminants including F2, F7, F11, U30, etc.) for colorimetry
- 7-inch capacitive touchscreen running Android OS 9.0, enabling intuitive calibration, real-time spectral preview, and on-device pass/fail thresholding
- Open-access sample chamber accommodating specimens up to 300 mm × 300 mm × 50 mm, with reversible orientation support for vertical or horizontal placement without mechanical reconfiguration
- Modular fixture system—including flat-sample holders, liquid cuvette adapters (10 mm pathlength), and curved-surface contact plates—for consistent geometry control across material forms
Sample Compatibility & Compliance
The SLY100 is validated for use with rigid and flexible substrates including polycarbonate sheets, PET films, tempered glass, OLED/LCD cover lenses, acrylic diffusers, and pharmaceutical packaging films. Its optical design conforms to the geometric and photometric requirements specified in ASTM D1003 (Procedure A, 0°/diffuse), ASTM D1044 (haze only), ISO 13468-1 (plastics), ISO 14782 (glass), and China’s GB/T 2410. Instrument validation includes factory-certified NIST-traceable calibration using SRM 1979 (haze standards) and SRM 2036 (transmittance standards). Data integrity meets GLP/GMP documentation requirements through timestamped measurement logs and user-accessible calibration history.
Software & Data Management
The included PC software (Windows 10/11 compatible) provides comprehensive data governance features: configurable test templates, multi-user permission tiers, electronic signature support, and 21 CFR Part 11–compliant audit trails. All measurements are stored with metadata (operator ID, date/time, instrument serial, calibration status, illuminant, observer angle). Reports export in PDF (with embedded logo and QA stamp), CSV (for statistical process control integration), and XML (compatible with LIMS platforms). Batch analysis tools enable trend monitoring across production lots, while deviation alerts flag values exceeding user-defined specification limits (e.g., haze > 1.2% for AR-coated touch panels).
Applications
- Quality assurance of anti-glare and anti-fingerprint coatings on consumer electronics displays
- In-process verification of extruded polymer film clarity during blown-film line operation
- Comparative evaluation of UV-stabilized vs. non-stabilized acrylic sheets for architectural glazing
- Regulatory submission support for medical device packaging transparency per ISO 11607-2
- R&D screening of nanoparticle-loaded composites where scattering behavior correlates with filler dispersion uniformity
- Validation of cleaning efficacy on optical components by tracking haze increase post-contamination and post-cleaning recovery
FAQ
Does the SLY100 comply with FDA requirements for medical packaging testing?
Yes—the instrument satisfies optical measurement criteria outlined in ISO 11607-2 and supports audit-ready documentation per 21 CFR Part 11 when used with enabled software controls.
Can it measure haze on curved or textured surfaces?
It supports convex/concave samples up to 50 mm radius via optional contact lens fixtures; however, surface texture must remain within Ra < 0.8 µm to avoid diffuse scattering artifacts.
Is spectral reflectance data available?
No—the SLY100 is optimized for transmittance-domain measurement only; reflectance-capable models (e.g., SLY200 series) require separate configuration.
How often does the instrument require recalibration?
Annual factory recalibration is recommended; daily verification using supplied certified haze and transmittance standards is required per ISO/IEC 17025 internal quality procedures.
Does the Android interface support firmware updates over-the-air?
Yes—firmware and UI updates are delivered via secure HTTPS channel and require administrator authentication prior to installation.
