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When buying a used car, the most important factor in choosing is the history of the vehicle. To find out what the previous owner does not talk about, a thickness gauge will help. It determines the thickness of the paintwork and detects the presence of putty. We have selected 10 thickness gauges on the market this year.
Top 10 rating according to KP
Editor’s Choice
1. Etari ET-600 (from 9 thousand rubles)
This thickness gauge is the latest development from Etari. It combines many years of experience of the manufacturer, manufacturability and reliability. The use of electromagnetic and ultrasonic measurement methods allows achieving the highest accuracy. This device is recognized by experts as the most accurate on the market.
Many owners also comment on the sturdy and easy-to-use chassis, the crisp backlit LCD screen, and the long-lasting 8-hour battery. A case is immediately included in the package.
2.Etari ET-555 (from 8,5 thousand rubles)
And again in our list of the best thickness gauges, Etari and its most popular model. It was produced as a reissue of the previous Etari-111 model. Like the previous member of our rating, it is reliable and accurate, it measures both ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
The device is equipped with a conventional LED and ultraviolet flashlights. Such a thickness gauge is suitable for both car enthusiasts who are starting to buy a car from their hands, and a small car repair shop.
3. Carsys DPM-816 PRO (6,5 thousand rubles)
The perfect combination of price and quality. Precise and simple instrument. Owners will be pleased with the speed of measurements and their depth. Unlike most thickness gauges, it even works on aluminum parts. Comes with calibration plates.
It is less capricious to operating conditions, relative to other models. Works for a long time on one battery, which, unfortunately, is not included
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4. CEM DT-156 (13 thousand rubles)
This combination sensor benefits greatly from its compactness. It is easy for them to crawl into hard-to-reach places of the body, where it is much easier to identify traces of interference with the original color. But in this case, compactness does not affect exactly – the sensor is equipped with five calibration plates instead of the usual one.
Also, this thickness gauge is equipped with a USB port that allows you to connect the device to a computer and process data using the supplied software.
5. Etari ET-444 (8,5 thousand rubles)
A reliable and stable instrument that measures coating thickness equally well on both ferrous and non-ferrous metals. The case and buttons are designed with a user-friendly design, and it is very easy to control measurements using a large LCD screen.
This thickness gauge can self-calibrate and turns on automatically upon contact with metal. It also turns itself off after a long period of inactivity, which saves a lot of battery life.
6. MYTESTER MT100 (5,9 thousand rubles)
Convenient thickness gauge with intuitive controls and mobile software. The mobile app has a large number of innovative features. It immediately has a built-in reference book with factory paintwork thicknesses for popular car brands, and you can store your own measurements in it.
Users note the high accuracy of the device. And the guarantee for it is issued for as much as 3 years, in contrast to the maximum one and a half year warranty of the popular company Etari.
7. Etari ET-333 (7,5 thousand rubles)
And again in our ranking of the best thickness gauges, the products of the German company Etari. Unlike other models of this company, this device is not universal, it is applicable only to ferrous metals. But this has a beneficial effect on the price, and the qualities of the other ET models are inherent in this version.
The 333 is covered by an extended warranty of a year and a half, which again speaks in its favor with respect to the top models of the line.
8. Yunombo YNB-100 (1,7 thousand rubles)
This “baby” has amazing accuracy for its size. In addition, it is effective on almost all possible surfaces: from enamel to putty. The case of this device is frost-resistant, which is very useful in conditions.
Users note the convenience in controlling the device and its unpretentiousness, however, the lack of screen backlight makes it useless in the dark.
9.Recxcon RM-660 (3,2 thousand rubles)
And one more universal device in our ranking of the best thickness gauges. The application of electromagnetic induction and magnetic eddy current methods makes it effective for measuring thickness on both magnetic and non-magnetic substrates. To select the desired mode, simply press the desired key.
Able to hold readings and work at 95 percent humidity, but does not tolerate temperatures below -5.
10. Etari ET-11P (8,7 thousand rubles)
Our rating of the best thickness gauges is completed by the products of the already mentioned company Etari. Unlike the first two models, this one comes in the form of a pistol. This device boasts frost resistance, modern “stuffing”, Russified menu. It is thanks to these qualities that it is the most common among pick-up machines.
The ET-11P automatically detects metal, and it works, like most of those on the list, with both ferrous and non-ferrous metals. The shape fits comfortably and firmly in the hand, however, it is large enough and the measuring surface is too large to work on uneven elements of the car body. Supplied with a case.
How to choose a thickness gauge
When choosing a thickness gauge, you should determine:
1. How high accuracy do you need
Are you buying a car and want to protect yourself from buying a car that has been in an accident? Most likely, you will have enough accuracy and not the most expensive thickness gauge. If you work in a service or plan to connect your life with buying cars, then do not spare the money and buy the most accurate device possible. This will protect you from fraud and will have a good effect on your business reputation.
2. Measurements will be taken outdoors or indoors
If the work will be carried out in a closed heated service room, then you can ignore such a characteristic as frost resistance. You can safely buy the latest model from Etari and enjoy increased measurement accuracy. In case the automotive markets are your territory, carefully look at the characteristics of the devices in order to avoid failures at the most crucial moment.
3. What types of metals are expected to work with
And although most quality thickness gauges today are universal, keep in mind that there are those that work only with a certain type of metal. Concentrating on working only with ferrous metals can help you save money, as magnetic tools are much cheaper than others.