{"product_id":"vehicle-paint-thickness-meter-gauge-for-steel-and-aluminum-panels","title":"Vehicle Paint Thickness Meter Gauge for Steel and Aluminum Panels","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHandheld Coating Measurement Body\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis coating thickness meter uses dual substrate recognition for measuring paint and coating depth on ferrous and non-ferrous metal panels. The housing is manufactured from ABS material with a handheld vertical layout sized for one-hand operation during vehicle inspections. Digital measurement functions support steel body panels, aluminum hoods, doors, fenders, and metal-coated automotive components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1029\/4231\/0734\/files\/vehicle-paint-thickness-meter-gauge-for-steel-and-aluminum-panels-description-01.png?v=1781891485\" alt=\"Vehicle Paint Thickness Meter Gauge for Steel and Aluminum Panels\" title=\"Vehicle Paint Thickness Meter Gauge for Steel and Aluminum Panels\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the Sensor Reads Body Panels\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gauge measures coating thickness directly against metallic surfaces using integrated sensor detection. Automatic material recognition switches between steel and aluminum substrates without manual adjustment during inspection. Common vehicle applications include checking paint consistency across doors, quarter panels, roofs, trunks, and replacement body sections. The meter is also compatible with metal bicycle frames, powder-coated components, anodized aluminum surfaces, lockers, and appliance housings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1029\/4231\/0734\/files\/vehicle-paint-thickness-meter-gauge-for-steel-and-aluminum-panels-description-02.png?v=1781891485\" alt=\"Vehicle Paint Thickness Meter Gauge for Steel and Aluminum Panels\" title=\"Vehicle Paint Thickness Meter Gauge for Steel and Aluminum Panels\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBag Ready for Vehicle Checks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSetup requires inserting the included 9V battery and calibrating the sensor using the supplied standard foils and metal reference plates. The compact body can be stored inside a storage bag for transport between garages, parking lots, auctions, and workshops. Measurement surfaces should remain clean and dry during operation to maintain direct sensor contact with the metal substrate. The device is intended for metallic materials only and is not compatible with plastic, fiberglass, wood, or composite body panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Benefits:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Substrate Detection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatically identifies steel and aluminum base metals during measurement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandheld Inspection Tool:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact gauge body sized for vehicle inspection kits and tool storage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Contact Probe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sensor head reads coating thickness through surface contact.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePanel-to-Panel Readings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for checking multiple exterior vehicle body sections.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal Surface Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intended for coated metallic panels and finished metal components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial: \u003c\/strong\u003eAcrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Source: \u003c\/strong\u003e9V battery\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetection Type: \u003c\/strong\u003eFerrous and non-ferrous substrate recognition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurface Compatibility: \u003c\/strong\u003eSteel and aluminum coated surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay Type: \u003c\/strong\u003eDigital display interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection Type: \u003c\/strong\u003eHandheld standalone unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalibration Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 standard foils, 1 iron substrate, 1 aluminum substrate\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement or Use Area:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exterior body panels, garage inspections, used vehicle evaluations, workshop inspection areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupported Applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automotive paint inspection, powder coating measurement, anodized aluminum checking, metal surface coating evaluation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-Compatible Materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plastic, fiberglass, wood, and non metallic composite surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Perlikal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59927096688974,"sku":"VEPATH001","price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1029\/4231\/0734\/files\/vehicle-paint-thickness-meter-gauge-for-steel-and-aluminum-panels-listing-01_8d678034-84f5-4519-b71c-d24121a15c26.png?v=1781891500","url":"https:\/\/perlikal.com\/products\/vehicle-paint-thickness-meter-gauge-for-steel-and-aluminum-panels","provider":"Perlikal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}