The PM-1700 Paint Thickness Gauge is a compact and highly accurate coating thickness meter designed for fast, non-destructive measurement of paint, powder coating, electroplating, galvanized layers, and other non-conductive coatings on both ferrous (Fe) and non-ferrous (NFe) metal substrates.
Featuring automatic substrate recognition, a large segmented LCD display, and a measuring range of 0–1700 μm, the PM-1700 delivers reliable readings for automotive inspection, industrial manufacturing, metal fabrication, quality control, and equipment maintenance. Its lightweight ergonomic design allows for comfortable one-handed operation, making it ideal for both field inspections and factory applications.
With memory storage, over-limit alarm, and high measurement accuracy, the PM-1700 is an excellent solution for professionals who require fast and dependable coating thickness testing.
Key Features
- Dual Substrate Measurement
- Measures coating thickness on both ferrous (Fe) and non-ferrous (NFe) metals automatically.
- Wide Measuring Range
- Supports measurements from 0 to 1700 μm, covering most industrial coating applications.
- High Accuracy
- Accuracy up to ±(2% + 0.5 μm) for consistent and reliable inspection results.
- Fine Resolution
- Resolution of 0.1 μm (0–99.9 μm)
- Resolution of 1 μm (100–1700 μm)
- Automatic Metal Identification
- Automatically detects magnetic and non-magnetic substrates without manual selection.
- Memory Function
- Stores up to 30 measurement records for easy review.
- Over-Range Alarm
- Audible or visual alert when measurement exceeds the preset range.
- Large LCD Display
- Easy-to-read segmented LCD with clear coating thickness values and substrate indication.
- Portable & Lightweight
- Weighs only 79 g, ideal for mobile inspection work.
- Low Power Consumption
- Powered by a single AAA 1.5V battery for convenient field use.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | PM-1700 |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Paint Thickness Gauge |
| Model | PM-1700 |
| Display | Segment LCD Screen |
| Measuring Principle | Magnetic Induction & Eddy Current |
| Measuring Range | 0–1700 μm (Fe & NFe) |
| Substrate Types | Ferrous (Fe) / Non-Ferrous (NFe) |
| Resolution | 0.1 μm (0–99.9 μm); 1 μm (100–1700 μm) |
| Accuracy | ±(2% + 0.5 μm) (0–500 μm); ±(2.5% + 1 μm) (500–1700 μm) |
| Minimum Measuring Area | 25 × 25 mm |
| Minimum Curvature | Convex: 5 mm; Concave: 30 mm |
| Minimum Substrate Thickness | Magnetic: 0.2 mm; Non-magnetic: 0.05 mm |
| Memory Capacity | 30 Readings |
| Over Limit Alarm | Yes |
| Power Supply | 1 × AAA 1.5V Battery |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 50°C |
| Operating Humidity | 10%–80% RH |
| Storage Temperature | -10°C to 60°C |
| Storage Humidity | 10%–70% RH |
| Product Dimensions | 120 × 52 × 26 mm |
| Weight | 79 g |
Applications
The PM-1700 Paint Thickness Gauge is suitable for a wide range of professional inspection and quality control tasks, including:
Automotive Inspection
- Used car paint inspection
- Accident and repaint detection
- Vehicle body quality assessment
- Auto repair verification
Manufacturing Quality Control
- Powder coating inspection
- Electroplating thickness measurement
- Galvanized coating inspection
- Production line quality assurance
Metal Processing
- Steel fabrication
- Aluminum component inspection
- Sheet metal manufacturing
- Surface finishing verification
Industrial Maintenance
- Pipeline coating inspection
- Structural steel maintenance
- Machinery surface protection inspection
- Corrosion prevention monitoring
Marine & Shipbuilding
- Protective coating measurement
- Hull paint inspection
- Maintenance planning
Aerospace & Transportation
- Aircraft component coating inspection
- Rail vehicle maintenance
- Heavy equipment inspection
Laboratory & Research
- Coating performance testing
- Material evaluation
- Engineering research
- Quality assurance laboratories
Why Choose PM-1700?
- Fast and non-destructive coating thickness measurement
- Automatic Fe/NFe substrate recognition
- Wide 0–1700 μm measuring range
- High precision with stable performance
- Compact, lightweight, and easy to carry
- Suitable for automotive, industrial, and manufacturing inspections
- Ideal for quality control professionals, inspectors, engineers, and maintenance technicians