Measuring Instruments/
Test Equipment

Micrometers
At PCE-Group you will find micrometers for determining the thickness of paint and surface coatings. These micrometers can be used for all types of metal surfaces (steel, iron, non-ferrous metals). The principles behind measuring paint and coating thickness is the magnetic induction or the interference to current. For these reasons, the micrometers can be used where ever there is a galvanizing process. These devices are particularly practical for quality control in anodizing, galvanizing and zinc coating. They are perfect for measuring body paint thickness on automobiles, for example:
      
     - Model F - for measuring lacquer, paint and plaster on iron or steel
     - Model N - for laquer, paint and plaster on non-ferrous metals such as aluminum
     - Model FN - measures combined coatings on ferrous and nonferrous materials
     - Model PT-200 - for coatings and paint on any non-metallic surface
     - Model 296 - mechanical device for determining paint thickness)

Each device has a memory for 10 readings.

If you don't find the radiation meters you are looking for, please contact us and we will help you find the best solution to suit your needs by calling our German offices: +49 (0)29 03 976 99-52; our Italian offices: +39 0583 975 114; or our Spanish offices: +34 967 543 548 and our technical staff will advise you regarding our measuring instruments.

Technical specifications for our micrometers can be found at the following links:

- PCE-CT 28 series micrometers
  (for the automotive sector, with integrated F/N sensor)

Here are some images of coating thickness meters in use:

General information about micrometers:
Micrometers are particularly useful in the automotive industry. Apart from micrometers which measure coating thickness, you can also find devices for measuring "surface brightness." A newly lacquered surface brightness value is totally different than one which is a few years old. Although one might vigorously attempt to polish it, environmental contamination and ultraviolet light destroys the briliance of the original lacquer. Measurement results can indicate if the surface has been repaired after an accident. One must consider that coating of paint are constantly getting thinner (eg. 110 ľm). The tolerance of lacquered finished is very fine.  On relacquered surfaces considerable oscilations in the surface will occur, owing to the fact that the surface is first filed in preparation and the mode of application is less complexed than when the product s first produced. Micrometers are also become more prevalent in the industrial sector. It is used for lacquer on boats, painted railings and wood surfaces. The majority of our micrometers can be calibrated according to ISO standards. For this reason, they are perfect in applications of quality control if calibrated on a regular basis.

If you wish to view or print a selection of micrometers from our catalogue, click the PDF symbol.