Professional Paint Thickness Measurement: It's important to check a car's paintwork to ensure the thickness is roughly the same on both sides and to determine the car's condition using a paint thickness gauge when purchasing a vehicle. This coating thickness gauge is designed for the precise measurement of metallic and other coatings such as paint, enamel, and chrome on various surfaces. The dual-principle probe uses both magnetic induction and eddy current to automatically identify metallic substrates. Ultra-precise 1 µm resolution: The automotive paint thickness gauge uses a built-in precision probe. It offers an ultra-precise 1 µm resolution, measures FE/NFE coatings, and is suitable for automotive paints from 0-2000 µm. Operating temperature: -10°C ~ 50°C. Electromagnetic induction and the eddy current effect automatically recognize the substrate properties. (Averaging multiple measurements is recommended to effectively reduce random errors; a single measurement can be affected by environmental, operational, and other factors.) What can be read and recorded? Various data: Equipped with a high-contrast LCD screen with backlighting, this measuring instrument provides clear measurement values, even under varying lighting conditions. It is ideal for non-destructive testing and offers data logging functions for average, maximum, minimum, and DIF statistics, making it an indispensable tool for surface preparation and testing. Compact and portable: The paint thickness gauge is designed with portability in mind. Its mini size and wrist strap make it easy to carry and prevent accidental loss. It features a battery level indicator and automatic shut-off after 60 seconds of inactivity and is designed for convenience and durability. Versatile application: It is used to measure the thickness of coatings and colors without destructive testing. This is an indispensable piece of equipment for surface treatment of materials, widely used in manufacturing, metal processing, the chemical industry, commodity inspection, and other fields. It also operates reliably in laboratories, workshops, and outdoors. Suitable for automotive painting, powder coating, anodized aluminum, bathroom accessories, bicycle frames, stadium seating, garden sheds, furniture, swings, and cabinets. Measurement accuracy: ± (3%+1 µm). Tips: To obtain an accurate measurement, press the probe vertically and fully against the surface during measurement. To improve measurement accuracy: 1. To perform calibration, use the provided calibration sheet. 2. Choose a flat and clean measurement point: avoid measuring on curved surfaces, edges, or dirty parts of the vehicle body. 3. Maintain a consistent measurement method: Measure vertically and carefully each time, and avoid tilting or applying excessive pressure. 4. Measure multiple points and calculate the average value: Measure the same position several times and calculate the average value of multiple measurements to avoid individual reading errors.