86238 Automotive Paint Meter

Suitable for measuring in narrow space

Professional identification of ferrous putty
Three-color display screen and indicator light
Identify ferrous galvanized body
Type-C interface charging, ultra-low power consumption

User Manual

The 86238 car paint meter features a split-type probe design, making it particularly suitable for measuring paint thickness in narrow spaces. This instrument not only measures paint thickness on ferrous and aluminum substrates but also intelligently identifies non-metallic, ferrous putty and galvanized iron, providing clear insight into the vehicle's condition. The 86238 utilizes tri-color backlighting and indicator light to display different colors based on the paint thickness, making it easy to grasp. Powered by a rechargeable lithium battery, the 86238 boasts ultra-low power consumption. Furthermore, it is equipped with a coating thickness gauge App, supporting the export and sharing of inspection reports.

Parameters

Parameter 86238 Automotive Paint Meter
Probe Ttip Ruby
Measurement Pprinciple Fe: Hall effect / Al: Eddy current
Probe Type External cable probe
Measuring Range 0.0-5000μm
Resolution 0.1μm/1μm/10μm
Accuracy 0-3000μm: ≤±(3%H+2μm), H is the standard value
3000-5000μm: ≤±(5%H+2μm), H is the standard value
Unit μm /mil
Measuring Interval 0.3 s
Minimum Measuring Area Ø = 15mm
Minimum Radius Of Curvature Convex: 5mm / Concave: 25mm
Minimum Substrate Thickness Fe:0.2mm / Al:0.05mm
Display 128×48 dot matrix LCD
Power Supply Rechargeable lithium battery 3.7V@1200mAh
Range Of Working Temperature -20℃-50℃
Storage Temperature Range -20℃-60℃
Host Size 101*62*28 mm
Weight (including battery) 76g
Data Transfer Bluetooth

Features

Split-type small probe design

With a split-type small probe design, it easily measures paint thickness in narrow or hard-to-reach spaces like the engine compartment and ABC pillars, making readings more convenient.

Intelligent recognition of ferrous putty

The instrument can automatically identify ferrous putty. The screen backlight and button indicator lights both turn red, accompanied by two beeps, making it easy to detect ferrous putty.

Three-color display, paint thickness at a glance

The instrument's screen backlight and button indicator lights display three colors corresponding to varying car paint thickness. Paint thickness less than 170μm, white backlight display; paint thickness between 170-350μm, yellow backlight display; paint thickness greater than 350μm or identify ferrous putty, red backlight display.

White light

White light

Yellow light

Yellow light

Red light

Red light

Identify car body substrates intelligently

The instrument can quickly detect ferrous, aluminum, galvanized iron and non-metallic car body, which is multi-purpose and easy to identify the car body substrate material.

Test  ferrous car body

Test ferrous car body

Test aluminum car body

Test aluminum car body

Test galvanized iron car body

Test galvanized iron car body

Test non-metal car body

Test non-metal car body

Wide measurement range, up to 5000μm

The instrument boasts an extensive measurement range, capable of measuring thicknesses of up to 5000μm.

Digital probe for precise measurements

With advanced digital probe technology, signal processing is performed directly on the probe, minimizing interference and ensuring excellent accuracy and data stability throughout.

Continuous measurement mode

Paint thickness can be detected whether the thickness of the car is uniform or not, after the end of the measurement display the maximum and minimum values.

Rechargeable lithium battery with ultra-low power consumption

Powered by a rechargeable lithium battery and charged via a Type-C interface, it boasts ultra-low power consumption, providing over 50 hours of continuous usage on a single charge.

Fast measurement speed, no waiting required

With ultra-fast response time, measurements can be completed in less than 0.3 seconds, eliminating the need for waiting.

Ruby measuring probe, durable and abrasion-resistant

Utilizing a durable and abrasion-resistant ruby measuring probe minimizes measurement errors caused by wear and extends the instrument's lifespan.

Equipped with the App for generating inspection reports

Featuring Bluetooth data transmission capability, it can connect to the mobile App for measurements, generate test reports, and save or share them effortlessly.

No calibration required, just zero adjustment

Six languages switchable

Switchable between μm/mils units

Qualifications and Standards

Standards for the product:

  • DIN EN ISO 2808 Paints and Varnishes-Determination of Film Thickness

  • JJG-818-2005 Verification Regulation of Magnetic and Eddy Current Measuring Instrument for Coating Thickness

  • GB/T 4956-2003 Non-magnetic Coatings on Magnetic Substrates-Measurement of Coating Thickness-Magnetic Method

  • GB/T 4957-2003 Non-conductive Coatings on Non-magnetic Basis Metals-Measurement of Coating Thickness-Eddy Current


App Installation

Coating Thickness Gauge APP supports ios12.0 and above and Android OS 6.0 and above. Scan the QR code below with Google play and follow the instructions to download and install CoatingThicknessGauge.apk software. After installation, the "Coating Thickness Gauge" icon will appear on the desktop of your phone as shown below.

Packing

S/N Item Quantity Unit
1 Coating Thickness Gauge 1 set
2 Fe Zero Adjustment Plate 1 pcs
3 Al Zero Adjustment Plate 1 pcs
4 Standard Film 1 pcs
5 User Manual 1 pcs
6 Certificate/Warranty Card 1 pcs