Knowledge Center

Andrew Simpson

GC3200 vs. GC3001: Which Glass Thickness Meter Is Right for Your Workflow?

If you are shopping for a glass thickness meter, you will find that EDTM offers two handheld models: the GC3200 Glass-Chek ELITE and the GC3001 Glass-Chek PRO. Both measure glas...

MIG Thickness Gauge for Insulated Glass: How to Measure Glass and Air Space Accurately

A MIG thickness gauge measures glass and air space thickness in sealed insulating glass units. MIG stands for Manual IG Thickness Gauge. Laser reflections off the glass surfaces...

The Complete Guide to Window Tint Meters: Types, Technology, Standards, and Use Cases

A window tint meter is a handheld instrument that measures visible light transmission (VLT), the percentage of visible light that passes through a window and any film on it. It ...

What Is a Glass Thickness Gauge and How Does It Measure Glass and Air Space?

A glass thickness gauge is a handheld meter that measures the thickness of each glass pane, the air space between them, and the overall thickness of an insulated glass unit. It ...

Tint Meter vs. Tint Gauge vs. Tint Tester: What's the Difference?

If you're shopping for a way to check window tint darkness, you'll run into three terms: tint meter, tint gauge, and tint tester. It's easy to assume they're three different too...

Window Tint Meter: How to Measure Tint & VLT Accurately

A window tint meter measures VLT (Visible Light Transmission) by shining a calibrated light through glass and reading how much passes through to a sensor on the other...

EDTM Tint Meters: Pricing, Models & Where to Buy

EDTM's three tint meters are priced at $105 for the TC1800, $139 for the TC2800, and $229 for the TC3800 Pro (single-unit pricing; volume discounts apply at 5+ and ...

Understanding Low E, VLT, and Glass Performance: A Beginner's Guide

Low E, VLT, and glass performance describe different characteristics of a window. Low E refers to a low emissivity co...

5 Glass Testing Skills Every Window Film Professional Should Learn

Window film professionals need more than installation skills. They also need to understand the glass they are working with.Developing these skills helps professionals g...

What Every Window Film Professional Should Know About Glass Before an Installation

Before installing window film, professionals need to understand the glass they are working with. That includes identifying the glazing construction, checking for Low E ...