The Elcometer 456 Dry Film Thickness Gauge, also referred to as a Paint Thickness Meter, is available in three different models. Each coating thickness gauge provides the user with increasing functionality – from the entry level Elcometer 456 paint gauge Model B, to the top of the range Model T.
Integral coating thickness gauges are ideal for single handed operation as the wide footprint of the Bigfoot™ internal probe provides greater stability during coating thickness measurement – allowing for consistent, repeatable and accurate dry film thickness results.
Compatible with ElcoMaster® software and ElcoMaster® Mobile App, individual coating thickness measurements can be transferred via USB or Bluetooth® to PC or a mobile device for analysis and instant report generation.
The Elcometer 456 Dry Film Thickness Gauge, also referred to as a Paint Thickness Meter, is available in three different models. Each coating thickness gauge provides the user with increasing functionality – from the entry level Elcometer 456 paint gauge Model B, to the top of the range Model T.
Integral coating thickness gauges are ideal for single handed operation as the wide footprint of the Bigfoot™ internal probe provides greater stability during coating thickness measurement – allowing for consistent, repeatable and accurate dry film thickness results.
Compatible with ElcoMaster® software and ElcoMaster® Mobile App, individual coating thickness measurements can be transferred via USB or Bluetooth® to PC or a mobile device for analysis and instant report generation.
Whether you are measuring on smooth, rough, thin or curved surfaces, the Elcometer 456 Dry Film Thickness Gauge produces accurate, temperature stable measurements thanks to its ±1% thickness measurement capability and increased reading resolution.
A coating inspector’s time is extremely valuable, that’s why the Elcometer 456 Dry Film Thickness Gauge is factory calibrated for immediate use. What’s more, its enhanced usability menu system, large buttons and colour LCD screens with auto rotate ensure optimum efficiency during inspection.
The Elcometer 456 Paint Thickness Gauge stores up to 150,000 readings in 2,500 batches. This, combined with the mil gauge’s ability to measure up to 13mm (500mils) of coating on metal substrates, as well its compatibility with ElcoMaster® software, ensures it is a highly powerful solution to measuring dry film thickness on large surfaces.
Suitable for use in harsh environments, the Elcometer 456 Coating Thickness Gauge is sealed, heavy duty and impact resistant with dust and waterproof equivalent to IP64.
Producing repeatable and reproducible coating thickness measurements, the Elcometer 456 DFT Gauge is available with a 2 year manufacturer’s warranty, giving you peace of mind.
AS 2331.1.4, AS 3894.3-B, AS/NZS 1580.108.1, ASTM B 244,ASTM B 499, ASTM D 1186-B, ASTM D 1400, ASTM D 7091, ASTM E 376, ASTM G 12, BS 3900-C5-6B, BS 3900-C5-6A, BS 5411-11, BS 5411-3, BS 5599, DIN 50981, DIN 50984, ECCA T1, EN 13523-1, IMO MSC.215(82), IMO MSC.244 (83), ISO 1461, ISO 19840, ISO 2063, ISO 2178, ISO 2360, ISO 2808-6A, ISO 2808-6B, ISO 2808-7C, ISO 2808-7D, ISO 2808-12, JIS K 5600-1-7, NF T30-124, SS 184159, SSPC PA 2, US Navy PPI 63101-000, US Navy NSI 009-32
Standards in grey have been superseded but are still recognised in some industries.
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| Range | 0-1,500μm (0-60mils) | |||
| Accuracy1 | ±1-3% or ±2.5μm (±0.1mil) | |||
| Resolution | 0.1μm: 0-100μm; 1μm: 100-1,500μm (0.01mil: 0-5mils; 0.1mil: 5-60mils) | |||
| Model | Model B | Model S | Model T | Certificate |
| Elcometer 456 Ferrous Integral Coating Thickness Gauge | A456CFBI1 | A456CFSI1 | A456CFTI1 |
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| Elcometer 456 Non-Ferrous Integral Coating Thickness Gauge | A456CNBI1 | — | — |
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| Elcometer 456 Dual FNF Integral Coating Thickness Gauge | A456CFNFBI1 | A456CFNFSI1 | A456CFNFTI1 |
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| Range | 0-5mm (0-200mils) | |||
| Accuracy1 | ±1-3% or ±20μm (±1.0mil) | |||
| Resolution | 1μm: 0-1mm; 10μm: 1-5mm (0.1mil: 0-50mils; 1mil: 50-200mils) | |||
| Model | Model B | Model S | Model T | Certificate |
| Elcometer 456 Ferrous Integral Coating Thickness Gauge | A456CFBI2 | — | — |
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| For higher resolution & accuracy on thin coatings Scale 2 gauges can be switched to the Scale 1 mode measurement performance | ||||
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| Range | 0-13mm (0-500mils) | |||
| Accuracy1 | ±1-3% or ±50μm (±2.0mils) | |||
| Resolution | 1μm: 0-2mm; 10μm: 2-13mm (0.1mil: 0-100mils; 1mil: 100-500mils) | |||
| Model | Model B | Model S | Model T | Certificate |
| Elcometer 456 Ferrous Integral Coating Thickness Gauge | A456CFBI3 | — | — |
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| Display Information | 2.4” (6cm) QVGA colour TFT display, 320 x 240 pixels | |||
| Battery Type | 2 x AA batteries, rechargeable batteries can also be used | |||
| Battery Life | approximately 24 hours of continuous use at 1 reading per second2 | |||
| Gauge Dimensions (h x w x d) | 14.1 x 7.30 x 3.70cm (5.55 x 2.87 x 1.46”) | |||
| Gauge Weight (including batteries supplied) | 156g (5.50oz) | |||
| Operating Temperature | -10 to 50°C (14 to 122°F) | |||
| Packing List | Elcometer 456 gauge, calibration foils, wrist harness, transit case (T), protective case (B, S, T), 1 x screen protectors (S, T), 2 x AA batteries, operating instructions, USB cable (S, T), ElcoMaster® software (S, T) | |||
1 Whichever is the greater
2 Using default settings & lithium batteries, alkaline or rechargeable batteries may differ Certificate supplied as standard.
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| Fast, accurate reading rate; 70+ readings per minute |
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| Repeatable & reproducible measurements |
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| Easy to use menu structure; in 30+ languages |
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| Tough, impact, waterproof & dust resistant; equivalent to IP64 |
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| Bright colour screen; with permanent backlight |
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| Scratch & solvent resistant display; 2.4” (6cm) TFT |
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| Large positive feedback buttons |
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| USB power supply; via PC |
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| Test certificate |
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| 2 year gauge warranty1 |
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| Automatic rotating display; 0°, 90°, 180° & 270° |
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| Ambient light sensor; with adjustable auto brightness |
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| Emergency Light Mode |
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| Tap awake from sleep |
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| Gauge software updates2; via ElcoMaster® software |
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| Data Output |
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| USB; to computer |
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| Bluetooth®; to computer, Android™ & iOS3 devices |
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| On Screen Statistics |
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| Number of readings; η Mean (average); x, Standard deviation; σ Highest reading; Hi, Lowest reading; Lo, Coefficient of variation; CV%, Elcometer index value4; EIV |
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| Nominal dry film thickness; NDFT |
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| IMO PSPC; %>NDFT, %>90 <ndft, 90:10=”” pass=”” fail<=”” td=””></ndft,> |
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| High & low limits; definable audible & visual alarms |
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| Number of readings above high limit; |
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| Number of readings below low limit; |
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| Live reading trend graph; in Batch Mode |
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| ElcoMaster® software & USB cable |
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| Replaceable screen protectors |
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| Protective case |
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| Plastic transit case |
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| Integral models; with automatic gauge switch on |
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| Probe type; Ferrous (F), Non-Ferrous (N), Dual (FNF) | F, N, FNF | F, N, FNF | F, N, FNF |
| Measurement Range | 0-13mm (0-500mils) | 0-1500μm (0-60mils) | 0-1500μm (0-60mils) |
| On screen calibration instructions; in 30+ languages |
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| Multiple calibration methods |
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| Factory; resets to the factory calibration |
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| 2-point; for smooth and rough surfaces |
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| 1-point; zero calibration |
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| Zero offset; for calibration according to ISO19840 |
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| Predefined calibration & measurement methods |
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| ISO, SSPC PA2, Swedish, Australian |
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| Automatic calibration; for rapid calibration |
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| Calibration memory type; gauge (g) or gauge & batch (gb) | g | gb | gb |
| Number of batches; with unique calibrations | 1 | 2,500 | |
| Calibration memories: 3 programmable memories |
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| Measurement outside calibration warning |
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| Calibration lock; with optional PIN Code Unlock |
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| Delete last reading |
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| Gauge memory; number of readings | Last 5 | 1,500 | 150,000 |
| Individual batch calibrations; sent to PC via ElcoMaster® software |
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| Limits; user definable audible & visual pass/fail warnings |
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| Gauge (g) or gauge & batch specific (gb) limits | g | gb | |
| Date & time stamp |
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| Review, clear & delete batches |
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| Batch types; normal, counted average, IMO PSPC |
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| Navsea Mode |
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| Batch review graph |
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| Copy batches and calibration settings |
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| Alpha-numeric batch names; user definable on the gauge |
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| Scan & Auto Repeat Modes; with Scan Probe connected |
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| Fixed Batch Size Mode; with batch linking |
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1 The Elcometer 456 is supplied with a 1 year warranty against manufacturing defects. The warranty can be extended free of charge to 2 years within 60 days of purchase.
2 Internet connection required
3 Visit www.elcometer.com/sdk to find out how to integrate Elcometer’s MFi certified products to your App.
4 Elcometer Index Values are used in the automotive industry to assess a coating’s overall quality; USA Patent Number US7606671B2
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