Paint thickness meters

What are paint meters?

Automotive paint meters are devices that measure the non-metallic layer of paint. Paint thickness gauges allow a real assessment of the thickness of the paint layer and, consequently, the crashworthiness of the vehicle based on the distance from the sensor to the metal layer. The devices are equipped with measuring elements, located - depending on the model - in the cable in the probe or on the housing.

en.ivel.pl offer - types of paint meters

In the offer of en.ivel.pl you will find both paint meters for amateurs and professional paint meters. We adjust our offer to the expectations and needs of customers, which is why our range is so diverse.

The paint meters available in the offer of en.ivel.pl differ in both the technology of measurement and precision. For amateur use - for example, a one-time use, when buying a car, the simplest ones will suffice. Paint meters for amateurs will be very useful in a situation where we plan to buy a used car for our own use and would like to realistically assess its technical condition, and above all the actual accident rate of the vehicle. With such equipment, we can measure the thickness of the layer of paint fully on our own, in an uncomplicated and very accessible way.

However, if you run a paint shop or diagnostic station, these professional paint thickness gauges may prove useful. In our offer you will find a wide range of devices, adapted to perform measurements on aluminum and steel sheet. They will prove useful not only for examining the body, but also other metal parts covered with paint. Professional paint measuring gauges are very useful when working with customers who want to assess the actual condition of a second-hand car purchased. If you have any doubts about which paint meters to choose - we are here to help.

Why should you order varnish meters on en.ivel.pl?

• We offer paint thickness meters from proven manufacturers - they guarantee precise and reliable measurements,
• We provide expert technical advice - we will help you choose the right equipment for your needs,
• We guarantee efficient shipment of ordered meters,
• Attractive prices for good quality measuring equipment is our domain.

How do paint meters work?

Paint meters work on the principle of measurement carried out by applying the device's probe to the surface of the body. The devices then measure the distance through special paint thickness sensors, which allows you to register any deviations indicating damage covered with paint.

To measure the size of the paint layer with the meter, the device should be applied perpendicularly to the object under examination. It is important that the surface is clean, as dirt can indicate an erroneous result. This is because the device takes a comprehensive measurement, including the existing layer of dirt.

What are paint meters used for?

Paint meters are used to check whether the car body has been repaired. This is indicated, among other things, by the size of the paint coating. That is why more and more often when checking the technical condition of the use of a car, experts use paint gauges, which are professional devices that allow you to determine the thickness of the paint coating.

Taking measurements in several critical areas of the body is the best way to find possible deviations, which may indicate that repairs were made to the body, and there is a thick layer of putty under the paint.

What to check with paint gauges?

The body condition of the car. In fact, using paint meters we should check every painted part of the car. So, starting with the fenders, through all the doors and ending with the trunk lid. In doing so, we should pay special attention to structural elements such as:

• A/B/C pillars,
• roof,
• sills,
• trunk floor.

Paint meters with built-in probe

Paint meters with a built-in probe are easy to store and carry, due to the probe being located in the housing of the device. In addition, the price of these meters is lower than counterparts with a probe on a wire. This is ideal for people who will use these paint testers occasionally. However, a big disadvantage with this type of equipment is the difficulty of taking measurements. We can easily apply the device to large and easily accessible surfaces - hood, doors, roof - but it will be much more difficult to reach thresholds or other more firmly built-up elements. Probes integrated into the housing, and thus the screen showing the measurement results, can also make it difficult to read the information in some situations.

Paint meters with a probe on a cable

Probes on a wire are a solution to all the problems generated by their counterparts with a probe integrated in the housing. The separation of the probe from the housing makes it possible, first of all, to reach hard-to-reach places of measurement. Unfortunately, meters equipped with a probe on a cable are a tad more expensive, and they also take up more space. However, looking at the possibilities and freedoms of measurement provided by these paint testers, the above disadvantages do not seem to matter much.

Paint meters with a ball probe

The ball probe is the most advanced, yet most expensive solution among paint meters. Placed at the end of the probe, the ball, which hides under the pressure of our hand when we apply the device to the surface of the paint, allows us to feel the correct pressure much better. This results in more precise measurements and reduces the risk of paint damage. In addition, the ball-shaped probe makes it possible to take measurements on curves - such as pillars or embossments appearing on the car body. What's more, paint meters with a ball-ended probe provide a very accurate measurement - it's hard to make a mistake here!

Paint meters with a flat probe

Paint meters with a flat probe are the basic type of meters, which have - as the name suggests - a completely flat probe tip. When you apply the probe to the surface of the paint, you get a reading of the value given in micrometers (μm). The downside of this type of device is that it is difficult to operate, especially for less experienced people, because it is difficult to feel the pressure of the tester on the paint surface to make a proper measurement.

Paint meters with a mobile app

Some paint meters have a dedicated mobile app, with which they connect via a bluetooth module. This feature is called SMART. The mobile application of paint meters allows you to view all stored results, calibrate measurements, adjust the type of measurement, complete the car's data and make conclusions and comments, which allows you to get a very detailed and professional report of the measurements made. Also very useful is the graphical sketch of the car in the report, with a breakdown of the thickness of the paint on the individual elements of the body. Choosing paint meters from the SMART series - always and regardless of the settings - we have access to a measurement assistant.

Paint meters with measurement assistant

The measurement assistant function in the paint testers assists in assessing the car's accident rate and, more specifically, in estimating the presence or amount of body and paint repairs. When the paint assistant function is turned on, the device displays messages on the display while taking measurements, informing about the condition of the sheet metal.

It should be noted that the paint meter measurement assistant is only intended to help evaluate the interpretation of the measurements taken, so it cannot be the only basis for a clear answer to the question of whether the car has had body and paint repairs.

Other paint gauges

Depending on what your car body is made of, in our store you can also choose devices dedicated to steel, galvanized steel and aluminum sheets. We have in our offer:

• paint meters for aluminum,
• paint meters for steel,
• paint meters for galvanized steel,

However, it is worth noting that most of our devices measure regardless of the type of material analyzed - our meters have the ability to automatically recognize whether a steel sheet is galvanized or not.

Avoid a dishonest seller

Buying a new car from the showroom is an investment of considerable savings or the need to have adequate creditworthiness. Mainly for this reason, the secondary car market continues to thrive. The problem when buying a second-hand car can be a dishonest seller. Unfortunately, there are still many dealers who take advantage of the ignorance of customers, and sell them cars that are defective, damaged, large more worn out than they declare.

A very common problem is the so-called "odometer rollback" and hiding traces of collision or accident of the car, which strongly affect its value. In order to protect ourselves from a dishonest seller, we do not need to have great knowledge in the field of proper car diagnostics - it is enough just to have paint gauges, which will help to properly assess the real accident of the vehicle through the condition of the paint. Buying a paint thickness meter at en.ivel.pl, we are very likely to avoid the unpleasant experience of buying a defective car.

We invite you to familiarize yourself with the offer and place orders for paint thickness gauges now!