86221 Coating Thickness Gauge

Measurement Range: 0.0–2000μm
High Accuracy | Stable Performance
Compatible with Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Substrates
Split-Type Design for Use in Confined Spaces

User Manual

The 86221 Coating Thickness Gauge is a precision instrument designed for measuring coating thickness on metal surfaces. It utilizes both Hall Effect and Eddy Current principles to accurately measure non-ferromagnetic coatings on ferromagnetic metals, as well as non-conductive coatings on non-magnetic metal substrates.

Thanks to its split-type design, where the main unit and probe are separate, the device is especially practical in complex or hard-to-reach environments. It’s suitable for use in both laboratory and field applications.

  • Hall Effect: Measures non-ferromagnetic coatings on ferromagnetic substrates.

  • Eddy Current: Measures non-conductive coatings on non-magnetic metal substrates.

  • Ferromagnetic metals at room temperature: Iron, cobalt, nickel, and gadolinium.

  • Common non-ferromagnetic metals: Copper, aluminum, zinc, chromium, and more.

Measuring
Principles
Substrate Coating Examples Yes/No
Hall Effect Ferromagnetic materials:
Iron, cobalt,
nickel, gadolinium
Non-ferromagnetic metal 1. Galvanized iron
2. Iron copper plating
Non-metal materials 1. Iron spray paint
2. Iron spray powder coating
Ferromagnetic material:
Iron, cobalt, nickel and gadolinium
Iron nickel plating ×
Eddy Current Non-ferromagnetic metal:
Copper, aluminum,
zinc, etc.
Non-conductive material 1. Anodized aluminum surface
2. Copper spray paint

Application

The 86221 Coating Thickness Gauge is widely used in metal manufacturing, coatings inspection, hardware production, shipbuilding, aerospace, and related industries.

86221 Coating Thickness Gauge tests the coating on fire extinguisher

86221 Coating Thickness Gauge tests the coating on fire extinguisher

86221 Coating Thickness Gauge tests the coating on ferrous material

86221 Coating Thickness Gauge tests the coating on ferrous material

86221 Coating Thickness Gauge tests the coating on aluminum window sill

86221 Coating Thickness Gauge tests the coating on aluminum window sill

86221 Coating Thickness Gauge tests the coating on the Cabinets

86221 Coating Thickness Gauge tests the coating on the Cabinets

Parameters

Parameter 86221 Coating Thickness Gauge
Probe Tip Ruby fixed
Measuring Principle Ferrous: Hall Effect / Non-Ferrous : Eddy current
Probe Type External cable probe
Measuring Range 0.0-5000μm
Resolution 0.1μm: 0μm -99.9μm
1μm: 100μm-999μm
0.01mm: 1.00mm-2.00mm
Accuracy ≤±(3% reading+2μm)
Unit μm / mil
Measuring Interval 0.5s
Minimum Measuring Area Ø = 25mm
Minimum Curvature Convex:5mm / Concave:25mm
Minimum Substrate Thickness Fe:0.2mm / NFe:0.05mm
Display 128×48 dot matrix LCD
Power Supply 2pcs of 1.5V AAA alkaline battery
Operation Temperature Range 0℃-50℃
Storage Temperature Range -20℃-60℃
Host Size 101*62*28 mm
Probe Size 71*26*22 mm
Weight (with battery) 114 g
86221 paint thickness gauge
86221 paint thickness gauge

Features

Dual Compatibility with Iron and Aluminum Substrates

Utilizing two measurement principles, the gauge automatically identifies the substrate type. Measurements are completed in just 0.5 seconds.

86221 tests ferrous substrate in automatic mode

86221 tests ferrous substrate in automatic mode

86221 tests aluminum substrate in automatic mode

86221 tests aluminum substrate in automatic mode

Three Measurement Modes

Choose from Fe (ferrous), NFe (non-ferrous), or Fe/NFe combined mode, depending on your testing needs.

Compact and Portable Design

With its minimalist and lightweight design, the 86221 is easy to carry and simple to operate.

High-Sensitivity Probe for Rapid Response

Equipped with a high-sensitivity sensor, this digital thickness gauge provides fast and accurate measurements within 0.5 seconds.

Durable and Long-Lasting Probe

The probe tip is made of wear-resistant ruby, offering excellent durability and resistance to corrosion and abrasion.

Negative reading display ensures precise zero calibration and enhances testing accuracy.

Temperature compensation and analog-digital signal processing reduce interference and improve reliability.

Energy-efficient design for long battery life.

Qualifications and Standards

86221 coating thickness gauge conforms to the following standards:

  • 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

  • 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 

Packing

No. Item Quantity Unit
1 86221 Coating Thickness Gauge 1 Set
2 Fe Plate Of Zero Adjustment 1 Pcs
3 NFe Plate Of Zero Adjustment 1 Pcs
4 User Manual 1 Pcs
5 Standard Film 1 Pcs
6 Certificate/Warranty Card 1 Pcs

FAQ

  1. 1. The difference between 86220H and 86221

    The functions and parameters of 86220H and 86221 are exactly the same, but the 86220H coating thickness gauge adopts an integrated design and can be operated with one hand; while the 86221 adopts a split design, the probe size is smaller, which is suitable for measuring narrow spaces and some special positions.