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Paper — Determination of light scattering and absorption coefficients (using Kubelka-Munk theory)

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ISO 9416:2017

Paper — Determination of light scattering and absorption coefficients (using Kubelka-Munk theory)

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Number of pages:: 16
Publication date:: May 17, 2017
Edition:: ISO IS 9416 edition 3 version 1
ICS:: 85.040

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ISO 9416:2017 specifies a method for the calculation of light-scattering and light-absorption coefficients based upon diffuse reflectance measurements made under the conditions specified in ISO 2469 using the colour matching function ȳ(λ) and CIE illuminant C. It is emphasized that the strict evaluation of the light-scattering and light-absorption coefficients requires conditions which cannot be achieved with the instrumentation specified here. The values obtained by application of this document are dependent on the application of the Kubelka-Munk equations, not to full reflectance data but to reflectance factor data obtained using the specified d/0° geometry and a gloss trap. The use of the method is restricted to white and near-white uncoated papers with an opacity less than about 95 %. Paper that has been treated with a fluorescent dyestuff or that exhibits significant fluorescence can only be dealt with if a filter with a cut-off wavelength of 420 nm is used to eliminate all the fluorescence effect in the UVex(420) mode.

Technical details

Technical committee: ISO/TC 6 - Paper, board and pulps
SKU: ISO 9416:2017

Abstract

Overview

ISO 9416:2017 - "Paper - Determination of light scattering and absorption coefficients (using Kubelka‑Munk theory)" specifies a standardized method to calculate the light‑scattering (s) and light‑absorption (k) coefficients of paper from diffuse reflectance measurements. Measurements use luminance factor data weighted by the CIE 1931 colour‑matching function y(λ) (V(λ)) and CIE illuminant C. The method applies the Kubelka‑Munk theory to reflectance factor data measured in a specified geometry (d/0° with gloss trap) and requires grammage input. ISO 9416:2017 clarifies instrument/measurement conditions, sampling, preparation and calculation procedures, and limits the method to appropriate paper types.

Key topics and technical requirements

Measurement basis: single‑sheet luminance factor (R_y,0) over a black cavity, intrinsic luminance factor (R_y,∞) of a sufficiently opaque pad, and grammage (ISO 536).
Theory applied: Kubelka‑Munk equations to derive s_y and k_y from reflectance factor data; results are dependent on the approximations of that theory.
Instrument requirements:
- Reflectometer with spectral/photometric characteristics per ISO 2469.
- Filter or abridged spectrophotometer function to produce CIE Y (illuminant C).
- UV‑cut‑off filter (UVex(420)) for papers with fluorescent whitening agents (cut‑off ≈ 420 nm).
- Working standards (opal glass/ceramic) and a stable black cavity.
Sample handling: representative sampling (ISO 186), conditioning (ISO 187 recommended), testing pads of multiple sheets to determine intrinsic reflectance.
Scope limitations: restricted to white and near‑white uncoated papers with opacity less than about 95%; fluorescence must be suppressed via UVex(420) mode. The standard notes that strict, absolute coefficient values require ideal conditions not fully achievable with the specified instruments.
Edition note: third edition allows use of ASTM E308 calculations for instruments with bandpass correction while preserving procedures for instruments without it.

Applications and who uses it

Quality control and specification of paper optical properties (opacity, brightness behaviour).
R&D in paper and pulp mills to understand how composition and processing affect scattering/absorption.
Paper and printing industry professionals assessing substrate performance for print appearance and opacity.
Instrument manufacturers and calibration labs implementing standardized reflectance‑based optical tests.
Academic/research labs studying optical modelling of fibrous materials (with caution about Kubelka‑Munk approximations).

Related standards

ISO 2469 - Measurement of diffuse radiance (reflectance) factor (instrument characteristics and method).
ISO 2471 - Opacity measurement for paper.
ISO 536 - Determination of grammage.
ISO 186 - Sampling to determine average quality.
ISO 187 - Standard atmosphere for conditioning and testing.

ISO 9416:2017 is essential when you need standardized, comparable estimates of paper scattering and absorption derived from reflectance measurements, particularly for white uncoated papers and routine laboratory or production quality control.

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Standards mentioned in the description

Abstract

Overview

Key topics and technical requirements

Measurement basis: single‑sheet luminance factor (R_y,0) over a black cavity, intrinsic luminance factor (R_y,∞) of a sufficiently opaque pad, and grammage (ISO 536).
Theory applied: Kubelka‑Munk equations to derive s_y and k_y from reflectance factor data; results are dependent on the approximations of that theory.
Instrument requirements:
- Reflectometer with spectral/photometric characteristics per ISO 2469.
- Filter or abridged spectrophotometer function to produce CIE Y (illuminant C).
- UV‑cut‑off filter (UVex(420)) for papers with fluorescent whitening agents (cut‑off ≈ 420 nm).
- Working standards (opal glass/ceramic) and a stable black cavity.
Sample handling: representative sampling (ISO 186), conditioning (ISO 187 recommended), testing pads of multiple sheets to determine intrinsic reflectance.
Scope limitations: restricted to white and near‑white uncoated papers with opacity less than about 95%; fluorescence must be suppressed via UVex(420) mode. The standard notes that strict, absolute coefficient values require ideal conditions not fully achievable with the specified instruments.
Edition note: third edition allows use of ASTM E308 calculations for instruments with bandpass correction while preserving procedures for instruments without it.

Applications and who uses it

Quality control and specification of paper optical properties (opacity, brightness behaviour).
R&D in paper and pulp mills to understand how composition and processing affect scattering/absorption.
Paper and printing industry professionals assessing substrate performance for print appearance and opacity.
Instrument manufacturers and calibration labs implementing standardized reflectance‑based optical tests.
Academic/research labs studying optical modelling of fibrous materials (with caution about Kubelka‑Munk approximations).

Related standards

ISO 2469 - Measurement of diffuse radiance (reflectance) factor (instrument characteristics and method).
ISO 2471 - Opacity measurement for paper.
ISO 536 - Determination of grammage.
ISO 186 - Sampling to determine average quality.
ISO 187 - Standard atmosphere for conditioning and testing.

ISO 9416:2017 PDF

Technical details

Abstract

Overview

Key topics and technical requirements

Applications and who uses it

Related standards

Related standards

Abstract

Overview

Key topics and technical requirements

Applications and who uses it

Related standards

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