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Practical guides, demonstrations, sales techniques, and technical resources for window film, glazing, and inspection professionals.
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 glass and air space thickness, identify Low-E
coatings, and test a window from one side. So which one do you actually need?This guide...
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 appear on the gauge's graduated scale, and the distances
between those reflections give you the thickness of each pane and the a...
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 is used to check whether automotive tint meets a required level,
in the field or in the shop.What is a window tint meter?A tint
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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 reads from one side of the window, so you can test installed
windows and order the correct replacement IG unit without guesswork....
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
tools.In most cases, they're the
same tool. All three describe a handheld device that measures how much
visible light passes throug...
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 side. It instantly displays the tint percentage, giving installers, shop owners, and inspectors a fast, accurate, and legally rel...
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 10+ units). The TC1800 is a single-piece meter for side and rear windows. The TC2800 adds a backlit display and finer 0.1% resolut...
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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 coating designed to influence radiant heat transfer through glazing.
VLT, or Visible Light Transmission, describes how much visible...
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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 gather better information before making product recommendations or beginning an installation.Installation Skills Are Only Part of t...
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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 coatings, determining whether film is already installed, understanding visible light transmission, and looking for conditions that...