LAYERGAUGES
LayerGauge instruments are thickness gauges for multilayer structures, capable of measuring layers individually and simultaneously.
LayerGauges see inside a test sample and detect different material layer thicknesses down to 2 µm.
They are widely used by food and medical packaging manufacturers, whose products have multilayer structures like in co-extruded barrier films or in coated liquid paper boards.
LayerGauge16
LayerGauge16 has been specially developed for laboratory use. It’s good value for reduced cost with no extra functions. Samples are handled by operator and straightforward software offers intuitive control and reporting.
Thickness gauge for multilayer materials. Optical measuring method, safe to use. Operator-assisted, semi-automatic system for small volume Quality Control measurements and R&D use.
Hardware
Sample Handling
Manual. Suitable for wide range of sample sizes and shapes. Vacuum-based sample positioning and holding system. Also custom-made mechanical sample holders available.
Thickness Range
Maximum thickness 380 µm (15 mil) by default, 500 µm (20 mil) optionally available.
Size & Weight
41(w) x 25(d) x 17(h) cm, 16 kg
16(w) x 10(d) x 7(h) inch, 35 lbs
Connections
Power 90…260 Vac, 50/60 Hz (AutoSense). Maximum power consumption 65 VA. Computer connection via USB.
Computer Package
PC Package. Touch Screen controls and printer available as option.
Software
General Description
M-Flex16 measuring software for PC computers using Windows operating system.
Layer Detection
Maximum number of layers 16. Signal analysis and layer detection partially operator-assisted.
Reporting
4Thickness Profile Graph and Numerical Data report.
Calibration
Software-driven calibration procedure.
Other
Software and hardware upgradeable to the LayerGauge® 32 system.
Upgrades
Davinor offers updates to all previous LayerGauge models. These updates include both software and hardware related improvements and additions.
Updates ensure that older LayerGauge instruments remain as fully workable units and can be operated with modern computers and operating systems. Updates may also become necessary if the use of the instrument changes significantly, for example due to new type of materials to be tested or increased usage.
Standard updates
Our Standard updates are
Customized updates are
- special reports and
- small mechanical changes according to customer””s needs.
We also offer larger Upgrade projects including
- complete re-build of an old or damaged instrument,
- upgrading a LayerGauge to different version, typically model 16 upgrade to model 32
- custom designed mechanical accessories.
For more information please contact us.
M-Flex
Davinor M-Flex is sophisticated Graphical User Interface software especially designed for LayerGauge instrument operation and multilayer analysis.
LayerGauge is always delivered with latest version of M-Flex.Older gauges can be updated to modern M-Flex software.
M-Flex software has different feature sets depending on the exact version and intended instrument model. To ease the version selection we use the following naming convention
- M-Flex 1.4, for old LayerGauge models 1 and 2
- M-Flex16, for LayerGauge model 16 (earlier “Basic”)
- M-Flex22, for LayerGauge model 22
- M-Flex32, for LayerGauge model 32
M-Flex software provides outstanding user convenience with clear and comprehensive reporting.
Please see example reports.
For more details please contact Davinor.
USBGate
USBGate is a connecting device, installed between LayerGauge and PC”s USB port.
Old LayerGauge® instrument models have been connected to a PC computer via special measuring board.. This connection type is limiting the options to update PC computers. Connection technology used is nowadays available only in special industrial type PCs.
For convenience of all LayerGauge® users Davinor has introduced a new USB connection module: LayerGaugeUSBGate. This module connects any LayerGauge® -instrument to PC computer using standard USB port. Users are no longer tied to special requirement for type of PC.
This connection provides all existing features of LayerGauge® with familiar M-Flex user interface, so no additional training or changes in measuring practices are needed.
LayerGauge32
LayerGauge32 is especially suitable for automatic QC of plastic films. It has fully programmable sample handling combined with rich reporting and data handling functions. This is the one instrument barrier film co-extruder needs either in a lab or at a factory.
Thickness gauge for multilayer materials. Optical measurement method, safe to use. Fully automatic system for high volume Quality Control measurement and process monitoring use.
Hardware
Sample Handling
Fully automatic. Programmable number of measuring points and distance between points. Up to 5 cm (2 inch) wide sample with no limit in length. Movement guided by software controlled wheels and brake.
Thickness Range
Maximum sample thickness 650 µm (25 mil) with automatic movement. Maximum total thickness 1200 µm (47 mil) by manual sample relocation.
Size & Weight
441(w) x 26(d) x 23(h) cm, 17 kg
16(w) x 10(d) x 9(h) inch, 37 lbs
Connections
Power 90…260 Vac, 50/60 Hz (AutoSense). Maximum power consumption 80 VA. PC connection via USB.
Computer Package
PC Package. Touch Screen and printer available as option.
Software
General Description
M-Flex32 software for PC computers using Windows operating system.
Layer Detection
Unlimited number of layers. Wide range of signal analysis and peak search functions for fully automated measuring.
Reporting
Thickness Profile Graph, Numerical Data Report and Tolerance Graph. Custom reports available.
Calibration
Software-driven calibration procedure.
Other
A Turnkey Package available, including all hardware and software, shipping, installation and on–site user training services.
OPACITY METERS
Davinor Tom11
Davinor TOM11 is modern opacity and transmission meter optimized for thin materials like plastic films, sheets and papers. This instrument is ideal for checking the clarity or color density properties and for ensuring consistent quality of production.
TOM 11 can be used as a simple standalone instrument close to a production line. Or it can be taken into a lab and connected to a PC for data capture, saving and visualization. Either way it give accurate results quickly and easily.
Simplicity of use is a great benefit of this system, users don’t even have to touch the instrument but instead can use both hands to insert and to move a sample.
TOM11 Key Features
- Measure light attenuation due to a material under test.
- Results are reported as relative transmittance or opacity units (selectable) with resolution of 0.1%.
- Designed especially for thin materials like plastic films or papers.
- Can be used as standalone unit or as connected to a Windows PC by USB cable.
- Integrated LCD display for standalone operation, showing current value and average.
- Easy to use Windows software for data capture and visualization included in the package.
- Automatic calibration during startup
SEND SAMPLES
Davinor offers free suitability study to ensure performance of products with customer’s materials and to help in selecting the correct model for each case.
You are welcome to send your materials to be tested!
Our delivery address is:
Davinor Oy
Höyläämötie 18
00380 Helsinki
FINLAND
We inform you after the package arrives and send test results soon after, typically within few days.
All customer materials and related information are handled in confidentiality. If you wish to have materials back, please include a note with the return address. Otherwise they will be destroyed after a few weeks from final results.
Not much material is needed. Equivalent to one magazine page is normally enough. If you want us to measure longer thickness profiles include more sample material and let us know your preference.
To help us respond quickly please fill out the Sample Specification Form and include it in to your package.
Thank you!
CONTACT
Helsinki Office, Visiting & Shipping Address
Davinor Oy
Höyläämötie 18
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Finland
Tel +358 9 7288 640
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Sales
Mr. Ville Hytönen
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Mr. Juha-Pekka Repo
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