Elcometer 415 Paint and Powder Coating Thickness Gauge

A fast, powder-resistant gauge for coatings on thin and smooth industrial parts

The Elcometer 415 is a handheld digital coating thickness gauge with a built-in probe, designed for dry film thickness on smooth, thin paint and powder-coated surfaces. Elcometer states a measurement range of 0 to 1000 micrometres (0 to 40 mils), a reading rate above 60 per minute and a rugged, powder-resistant housing equivalent to IP64. A large colour display rotates through 360 degrees so the value can be read at any measuring angle, and on-screen statistics show the number of readings, the average and the lowest and highest values. FNF models switch automatically between ferrous and non-ferrous substrates.

Technical specifications

Models and part numbers

The Model B gauges send readings by USB and the Model T gauges add Bluetooth for transfer to a PC, Android or iOS device and the ElcoMaster app, where reports can be generated. A calibration test certificate is supplied as standard with every gauge.

Selection and use

Choose a ferrous-only gauge when every part is steel or iron, and an FNF model when aluminium or other non-ferrous parts are also tested. The 415 is intended for production lines and QA stations measuring cured paint or powder on thin sheet and smooth components. For heavy protective coatings on blasted steel, where a plug-in probe and a wider range are needed, the Elcometer 456, which takes plug-in probes, is the better fit; other instruments are listed under Specialty Thickness Gauges. Check the minimum substrate thickness and the 2-point calibration procedure before use, because readings on thin or curved parts depend on both.

How the Elcometer 415 works

The Elcometer 415 has a probe built into the gauge. When the probe touches a coated surface, the gauge measures how far the probe is from the metal under the coating. On steel it uses a magnetic method, and on non-ferrous metals such as aluminium it uses an eddy current method. FNF models pick the right method on their own. The result is the dry film thickness of the paint or powder coat, shown on the colour display.

Where the Elcometer 415 is used

• Powder coating lines
• Paint shops for thin coatings
• Smooth steel and aluminium parts
• Incoming and final inspection
• Quality records for coated products

Selection checklist for the Elcometer 415

• Ferrous only or ferrous and non-ferrous (FNF)
• Data output: USB only or Bluetooth and USB
• Coating thickness range up to 1000 um
• Minimum substrate thickness
• Calibration method: 1-point or 2-point
• Standards named in the specification
• Power: AA batteries or USB
• Calibration foils and a zero plate

Installation, commissioning and maintenance notes for the Elcometer 415

Insert the batteries and set the date. Zero the gauge on an uncoated sample of the same metal, then check it with a known foil close to the expected thickness. Hold the probe square to the surface and take several readings across the part. Keep the probe tip clean and store the gauge in its case.

Requesting a quotation for the Elcometer 415

Please send the part number, the substrate, the thickness range and the quantity. Seven Star LLC serves industrial customers in Oman and the GCC and replies with a quotation based on the information provided.

Elcometer 415 reading rate

The gauge reads more than 60 times per minute.

Elcometer 415 display

The colour display rotates through 360 degrees, so you can read it from any angle.

Elcometer 415 statistics

The screen shows the number of readings, the average, the lowest and the highest value.

Elcometer 415 resolution

Resolution is 0.1 um up to 100 um and 1 um from 100 to 1000 um.

Elcometer 415 size and weight

The gauge measures 14.1 by 7.30 by 3.70 cm and weighs 156 g with batteries.

Elcometer 415 battery life

Alkaline cells give about 16 hours. Lithium cells give about 24 hours.

Coating records for the Elcometer 415

Record the batch, the readings and the date of each calibration check.

Choosing the right Elcometer 415 model

Choose Bluetooth when readings must be sent straight to a phone or computer.

Documents and quotation

The standard packing list includes the gauge, two AA batteries, steel check piece (steel and aluminium for FNF models), foil set, wrist strap, impact-resistant carry case, screen protector, calibration test certificate, USB cable and operating instructions. Accessories such as the certified foil set 0 to 1000 um (T99022255-1C), calibration check pieces and USB cable are listed on the datasheet. Send the model part number, substrate and thickness range with your inquiry; confirm the Bluetooth option and any certification requirement before ordering. The attached Elcometer datasheet carries the full data.