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Elcometer 101

Coating Thickness Gauge

Operating Instructions
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CONTENTS

Section Page

1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
3 Calibration Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
4 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
5 Technical specification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
6 Related equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

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Thank you for your purchase of the Elcometer 101 Coating Thickness Gauge. Welcome to Elcometer.
Elcometer are world leaders in the design, manufacture and supply of inspection equipment for coatings
and concrete. Our products cover all aspects of coating inspection, from development through application
to post application inspection.
The Elcometer 101 Coating Thickness Gauge is a world beating product. With the purchase of this product
you now have access to the worldwide service and support network of Elcometer. For more information visit
our website at www.elcometer.com

1 INTRODUCTION
The Elcometer 101 Coating Thickness Gauge is a mechanical coating thickness gauge for measuring non-
ferrous coatings or sheets applied to or laid on a ferrous magnetic base.
1.1 STANDARDS
Your Elcometer 101 Coating Thickness Gauge can be used in accordance with the following National and
International Standards: AS 2331.1.3, ASTM B 499, ASTM G 12, ISO 2178 supersedes BS 5411-11, SSPC
PA2.
1.2 WHAT THE BOX CONTAINS
• Elcometer 101 Coating Thickness Gauge
• Calibration Foils
• Carry case
• Wrist Harness
• Operating Instructions

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2 GETTING STARTED
Hold the Elcometer 101 Coating Thickness Gauge at right angles
to the surface to be measured, place the two contacts on the
surface and push down the small button to release the pointer.
When the pointer comes to rest, it will indicate the thickness of the
coating. Readings can be speeded up by using the push button as
a brake by pumping it in and out until the pointer comes to rest.
If the component has become magnetised take an average of two
readings through 180° at the same point.

3 CALIBRATION INSTRUCTIONS
Take a foil equal in thickness to approximately mid scale reading and place this on an uncoated base of
similar material to that to be measured. With the large zero button adjust the scale to the thickness of the
foil. This is a more accurate method than setting the instrument to zero on an uncoated base.
To obtain an accurate reading the meter should be read with the pointer in line with zero button. For
maximum accuracy keep the instrument clear of strong magnetic fields.

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4 MAINTENANCE
Elcometer products are designed to give many years reliable service under normal operating and storage
conditions.
The instrument does not contain any user-serviceable components. In the unlikely event of a fault, the
instrument should be returned to your local Elcometer supplier or direct to Elcometer. The warranty will be
invalidated if the instrument has been opened.

5 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Material: Aluminium case with steel contacts
Dimensions: 105 x 55 x 25mm (4.1 x 2.2 x 1”)
Range: 0 - 600µm or 0-25mils
Operating Plane: 90° to substrate

Your Elcometer 101 Coating Thickness Gauge may be packed in a cardboard and foam package. Please
ensure that this packaging is disposed of in an environmentally sensitive manner. Consult your local
Environmental Authority for further guidance.

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6 RELATED EQUIPMENT
In addition to the 101 Coating Thickness Gauge, Elcometer produces a wide range of other Coating
Thickness Gauges. Users of the Elcometer 101 Coating Thickness Gauge may also benefit from the
following Elcometer product ranges:
• Elcometer 157 Coating Thickness Gauge
• Elcometer 211 Coating Thickness Gauge

For further information contact Elcometer, your local Elcometer supplier or visit www.elcometer.com