Elcometer 456 User Manual.pdf

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Operating Instructions


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These instructions apply to the followingElcometer 4562 models:

Ferrous (F)

Non-Ferrous (NF)

Dual Ferrous/Non-Ferrous (FNF)

Equipment described in these instructions iscovered by the following Patents:

FNF UK Patent No: GB2306009B

FNF US Patent No: 5886522F1 2 UK Patent No: 2367135B

F1 2 US Patent No. US 6,762,603

F1 2 German Patent Pending

This product meets the emc directive 89/336/EEC,amended 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC

and are registeredtrademarks of Elcometer Instruments Ltd.

All other trademarks acknowledged.

Copyright Elcometer Instruments Ltd. 2004-2005.

All rights reserved. No part of this Document may bereproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored (in aretrieval system or otherwise) or translated into anylanguage, in any form or by any means (electronic,

mechanical, magnetic, optical, manual or otherwise)without the prior written permission ofElcometer Instruments Ltd.

Doc.No. TMA-0304 Issue 02Text with Cover No: 18614


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CONTENTS

Section Page

1 About your gauge................................................ 31.1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41.2 Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41.3 What this box contains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51.4 Conventions in these instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

1.5 Quick-start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Getting started ..................................................... 62.1 Fitting the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62.2 Battery condition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62.3 Fitting probes (separate versions only) . . . . . . . . . 72.4 The controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

2.5 Switching the gauge on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92.6 Switching the gauge off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92.7 The screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102.8 Selecting a language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112.9 Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

3 Taking a reading ................................................ 13

3.1 Before you start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133.2 Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

4 The reading screen and menus........................ 144.1 Reading screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144.2 Main MENU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154.3 Main MENU - Extended menu off . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

4.4 Main MENU - Extended menu on . . . . . . . . . . . . 185 Calibration adjustment...................................... 255.1 Calibration method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255.2 Preset calibration methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265.3 Calibration foils and standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275.4 Calibration adjustment procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

6 Statistics............................................................. 346.1 Enlarge stats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346.2 Stats on LCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356.3 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356.4 Clear stats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356.5 Select stats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36


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7 Batching ............................................................. 377.1 Exit batching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 387.2 Open new batch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 387.3 Open existing batch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 427.4 Review batches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 427.5 Set limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 437.6 Free memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

8 Transferring readings to a computer............... 45

9 Probes ................................................................ 47

9.1 Ferrous (F) probes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 479.2 Non-ferrous (N) probes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 479.3 Dual ferrous/non-ferrous (FNF) probes . . . . . . . 479.4 Probe interchangeability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 489.5 F1 2 probes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 499.6 F1 2 High temperature PINIP probes . . . . . . . 499.7 Coatings on galvanised or metallised steel . . . . 49

10 Personalised welcome screen ......................... 50

11 Storage and transit ............................................ 51

12 Maintenance....................................................... 51

13 Statistics terminology ....................................... 52

14 Technical data.................................................... 53

15 Accessories ....................................................... 55

16 Related equipment ............................................ 58

17 Fitting the wrist harness ................................... 58

18 Probe measurement performance ................... 59

19 Probe capabilities.............................................. 60

20 Error messages ................................................. 67

21 Index ................................................................... 69


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hank you for your purchase of this Elcometer 4562

Coating Thickness Gauge. Welcome to Elcometer.

Elcometer are world leaders in the design, manufacture

and supply of coatings inspection equipment. Ourproducts cover all aspects of coating inspection, fromdevelopment through application to post applicationinspection.

The Elcometer 4562 Coating Thickness Gauge is a worldbeating product. With the purchase of this gauge younow have access to the worldwide service and supportnetwork of Elcometer. For more information visit ourwebsite at www.elcometer.com.

1 ABOUT YOUR GAUGE

The Elcometer 4562 Coating Thickness Gauge is ahandheld gauge for fast and accurate measurement ofthe thickness of coatings on metal substrates.

The gauge is available inthree versions; Basic,Standard and Top. Thismanual describes theoperation of the

Elcometer 4562 Top.

All versions of the gaugefeature an easy-to-usemenu driven graphicalinterface which guides theuser through tasks such as

gauge configuration andcalibration adjustment.

The gauge is available either with a built-in integralprobe or as a separate probe version. A wide range of

probes is available to suit requirements - see page 47.Separate probes may be standard, miniature or Plug inIntegral Probes (PINIP), and must be orderedseparately.

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1.1 Features

A range of smooth and rough surface calibrationadjustments.

Menu driven backlit graphical user interface. Interchangeable probes (separate versions only).

Statistics.

Infrared interface.

RS232 interface.

High/low limits. Memory of up to 50 000 readings in up to 999

batches.

Clock/alarm.

Date and time stamping.

1.2 Standards

The Elcometer 4562 can be used in accordance with thefollowing National and International Standards:

Ferrous (F) Non-Ferrous (NF)

BS 5411 (11) BS 5411 (3)

BS 3900 (C5) BS 3900 (C5)

ISO 2178 BS 5599

ISO 2808 ISO 2360

BS EN ISO 1461 ISO 2808

DIN 50981 DIN 50984

ASTM B 499 ASTM D 1400

ASTM D1186 ASTM B 244

ISO 19840

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1.3 What this box contains

Elcometer 4562 Gauge with integral probe, or

Elcometer 4562 Gauge and separate probe

(probe must be ordered separately) Calibration foils

Gauge carrying pouch

Wrist harness

Batteries

CD containing data collection software PC connection cable

Operating instructions

1.4 Conventions in these instructions

The Elcometer 4562 is controlled using a simple menu

structure which helps you get the most from your gauge- see page 18.

As an example, the LANGUAGES option which is inSETUP from the MAIN MENU would be shown in theseinstructions as MENU/SETUP/LANGUAGES.

These instructions include images of Elcometer 4562

screens with units set to microns (m). Similar screenswill be seen when the gauge is set to other units such asmils or inches.

1.5 Quick-start

To quickly configure the gauge and start taking readings:

1. Fit batteries: see page 62. Fit probe (separate versions only): see page 7

3. Switch on: see page 9

4. Select language: see page 11

5. Try taking a reading: see page 13

6. Adjust calibration: see page 25

The gauge is now configured and ready to use.

To maximise the benefits of your newElcometer 4562, please take some time to read theseOperating Instructions. Do not hesitate to contactElcometer or your Elcometer supplier if you have anyquestions.


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2 GETTING STARTED

2.1 Fitting the batteries

1. Open battery compartment cover; press down indirection of arrow using thumb nail.

2. Insert 2 x LR03 (AAA), alkaline dry batteries takingcare to ensure correct battery polarity (Figure 2).

3. Close battery compartment cover.

Rechargeable batteries can be used but they will only

have 25% to 30% of the life of alkaline batteries.

Figure 2. Fitting batteries -ensure correct battery polarity

2.2 Battery condition.

Symbol Battery condition/action required

100%

66% to 100%

33% to 66%, replacement recommended.

16% to 33%, replacement required.


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2.3 Fitting probes (separate versions only)

To ensure correct transfer of data from theprobe and detection of the new probe, the

gauge must be switched off whenseparate probes are fitted.

A probe must be calibrated once it has been fitted -see Calibration adjustment on page 25.

2.3.1 To fit the probe

Align connector keyway and pushin direction shown. The connectorlocks automatically.

Note: The design of the probeconnector allows some movementbetween the probe and the gauge.

This is intentional and does notaffect measurement performance.

2.3.2 To release the probe

Grasp knurled section and pull

gently away from the gauge. Theconnection will unlock and theprobe will release.

2.3.3 To fit the PINIP

Twist the PINIP until theconnector locates. Taking

care not to cross thethreads, lock the probe byturning the locking ring 1times clockwise, or untiltight.


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2.4 The controls

The gauge is operated by 5 keys (Figure 3).

On/Off key : Switches the gauge on or off. Softkeys: The function of these keys varies and is

described by symbols and writing on the bottom lineof the screen.

LED: Red/green flashes when the gauge is switchedon, green flashes when a reading is taken. Also

indicates when a reading is inside or outside limits -see Set limits on page 43.

Figure 3. Elcometer 4562 control keys

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2.5 Switching the gauge on

Note: Before switching the gauge on for the first timeread Selecting a language on page 11.

2.6 Switching the gauge off

To switch off all gaugetypes, press and hold

key for 3 seconds.

The gauge will beep,two single tonesfollowed by a doubletone.

The Elcometer 4562 switches itself off 60 seconds afterthe last operation unless the Auto Switch Off time is

changed (MENU/SETUP/AUTO SWITCH OFF). TheAuto Switch Off feature can be set to a maximum of 10minutes or can be deactivated - see AUTO SWITCHOFF: on page 24.

Gauges with separateand PINIP probes:

Press key to switchon gauge.

Gauges with integralprobes:

Press key to switchon gauge, or place theprobe on a surface.

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2.7 The screen

Familiarise yourself with the Elcometer 4562 screen. Thescreen displays:

Welcome information Measurement information

Menus to configure the gauge and control functions

Help and miscellaneous information

When the gauge is switched on a welcome information

screen may be displayed briefly (Figure 4).

Figure 4. Typical Elcometer 4562 welcome screen

The screen where readings are displayed is called theReading Screen (Figure 5). The reading screen can alsoinclude statistics if this option is selected.

Figure 5. Typical Elcometer 4562 reading screen
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2.8 Selecting a language

The Elcometer 4562 has over 20 built-in languages.When the gauge is switched on for the first time after

dispatch from the Elcometer factory the display will showthe language selection screen (Figure 6).

Figure 6. Language selection screen

2.8.1 At first switch on

1. Press Up/Down softkeys to locate languagerequired.

2. Press SEL softkey to activate the selectedlanguage.

The screen displays an Elcometer 4562 welcomescreen (Figure 4) followed by the reading screen(Figure 5).

The gauge operates in the new language until

changed.

2.8.2 At any time

1. Switch gauge off.

2. Press and hold left hand softkey.

3. Press key to switch on gauge.

The display will show language selection screenwith current language highlighted by cursor.

4. Release left hand softkey.

Follow the instructions given in 2.8.1.

Alternatively, select MENU/SETUP/LANGUAGES - see

Main MENU - Extended menu on on page 18.
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2.9 Interfaces

The gauge is fitted with an infrared interface (Figure 7)which allows information to be sent to a suitable printer.

Figure 7. Infrared and RS232 interfaces

The RS232 5-pin connector next to the infrared interfaceis used with the PC connection cable to connect thegauge to a PC. This enables personalised screens to be

downloaded to the gauge (see Personalised welcomescreen on page 50) and measurement data to betransferred to a PC or printer.

For information on the range of Elcometer data collectionsoftware see Transferring readings to a computer onpage 45.

Infrared interfaceRS232 5-pinconnector
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3 TAKING A READING

3.1 Before you start

Are you using the correct type of probe?See Probes on page 47.

Is the probe calibrated?See Calibration adjustment on page 25.

Do you require statistics?See Statistics on page 34.

Do you want to save readings in memory?See Batching on page 37.

What units of measurement do you want to use?See UNITS: on page 23.

3.2 Procedure


2. Place probe on surface to be measured. Thereading may be inaccurate if the probe is notheld as shown in Figure 8.

Figure 8. Taking a reading

3. Reading is displayed on screen (Figure 9).

Figure 9. Typical reading

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4 THE READING SCREEN AND MENUS

4.1 Reading screen

The content of the reading screen (Figure 10, Figure 11)depends upon the type of measurement being made andhow the gauge is set up.

Figure 10. Example of reading screen with smoothsurface calibration method selected

CAL. Operates selected calibration adjustment method.MENU. This opens the main MENU of the gauge andprovides access to user-selectable features - seepage 18.

Note: IfCAL softkey symbol is flashing the gauge shouldbe recalibrated. This is due to the calibration adjustment

method having been changed or a probe change - seeCalibration adjustment on page 25. Batches cannot becreated while the CAL softkey symbol is flashing.

Figure 11. Reading screen in extended mode andshowing full set of statistical values.

Automatic-switchingprobe symbol(FNF probes only)

Batterysymbol

Substrate

Units

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CalMethodsymbol


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4.2 Main MENU

Gauge configuration and measurement functions arecontrolled using menus (Figure 12). The structure of the

menus is shown on page 18.

Figure 12. Typical Elcometer 4562 menu

Some screens allow the status of a feature to bechanged e.g. on to off or select or deselect, etc. A tickbox indicates this type of feature. A tick against amenu item indicates the function is activated or selected.

SEL softkey selects the option displayed and in somecases toggles the status of a tick box off/on.

Up/Down softkeys KL move the cursor to the menu itemrequired. The menus scroll up/down and a line acrossthe screen indicates the start and end of the menu.

BACK softkey returns the gauge to a previous screen.

Holding this softkey down will rapidly exit from any menuand return to the reading screen.

4.2.1 Simple and extended menus

The Elcometer 4562 Top Gauge has two menustructures:

Extended menu off (simple menu mode): The gaugeis shipped from the Elcometer factory with EXTENDEDMENU turned off. In this simple menu mode the gaugecan be calibrated and used to take measurements. Thisis the ideal setting for users who do not require accessto advanced features of the gauge.

Extended menu on (extended menu mode):Additionalitems are automatically added to the MENU and theSTATS softkey and DATA softkey are activated. Thesegive access to more advanced functions such asstatistics, batching, calibration method, print/output,setup, etc.

Menu title

Menu contents

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4.3 Main MENU - Extended menu off

Figure 13. Main menu - extended menu off

4.3.1 BACKLIGHT

Switches backlight on and off. Toggle tick box toactivate/deactivate. With BACKLIGHT activated thedisplay is illuminated for approximately 5 seconds whena reading is taken or a key pressed.

Note: The battery life is reduced by about one thirdwhen the backlight is activated.

4.3.2 CALIBATION LOCKED

Protects against inadvertent calibration adjustment.Toggle tick box to activate/deactivate. IfCAL softkey ispressed while CALIBRATION LOCKED is activated thegauge displays CALIBRATION LOCKED USE MENUTO UNLOCK. The message disappears after 3 seconds.

4.3.3 Extended MENU

Provides access to additional features. Toggle tick boxto activate/deactivate. See Main MENU - Extendedmenu on on page 18.

4.3.4 ABOUTProvides information on Gauge, Probe, Contactinformation and Help (Figure 14):

GAUGE INFORMATION: Elcometer 4562 model,software versions, etc.

PROBE INFORMATION: Probe type, range, etc.

CONTACT: Details of Elcometer offices worldwide and,if programmed, the contact details for the Supplier orLocal Distributor.
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HELP: Explains symbols used on Elcometer 4562

display screens.

Figure 14. About menu

4.3.5 RESETSelects Factory Calibration or Gauge resets. TheRESET menu option (Figure 15) allows one of threegauge resets to be selected:

FACTORY CAL: Returns gauge to calibrationsettings created at time of manufacture of the probe.

Factory calibration will not necessarily restore precisecalibration values. The calibration of the gauge shouldbe adjusted before use, or at least checked to ensurethat it has been previously adjusted correctly for theconditions of use.

INTL GAUGEa: Resets gauge to International default

settings e.g. DD/MM/YY date format and metric units.

US GAUGEb: Resets gauge to USA default settingse.g. MM/DD/YY date format and imperial units.

Figure 15. Reset menuA confirmation screen will be displayed. Press YES toreset, NO to cancel.

a. International settings can also be activated atswitch on. Press and hold softkey 3 and switchon gauge.

b. US settings can also be activated at switch on.Press and hold softkey 4 and switch on gauge.
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4.4 Main MENU - Extended menu on

To toggle EXTENDED MENU on/off selectMENU/EXTENDED MENU/SEL

MENUBacklightCalibration locked

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Extended menuPrint/OutputDeleteCal methodSetup

AboutReset

CAL METHOD

Smooth2 Point

Rough

Special subZero offsetSet offsetISOSSPC 2004SwedishAustralian

PRINT/OUTPUT

Single batchAll batchesCurrent statistics

DELETE

Last readingSingle batchAll batches

SETUP

StatisticsData

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ProbeUnitsClock/AlarmOutputBeep volume 3

LanguagesAuto switch off 1Opening screen

ABOUT

Gauge informationProbe informationContactHelp

RESET

Factory calIntl gaugeUS gauge

STATS

Enlarge statsStats on LCDDisplay F1

Clear statsSelect stats

DATA

Exit batchingOpen new batch

Open existing batchReview batchesSet limitsFree memory

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OUTPUT

Baud rate

RS232 bit imageRS232 plain textInfra red printer

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CLOCK/ALARM

Set clock/dateSet alarmSet date format

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DATA

Softkey enabledShow date stampDeleted reading

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STATISTICS

Softkey enabledSelect statsDisplay F1

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SELECT STATS

No. of readingsMean

Std deviationCoef of variatnHighest readingLowest reading

DELETED READING

TagDelete

SET CLOCK/DATE

Time/dateDisplay when offDisplay when on

SET ALARM

Alarm onSet time 00:00

DATE FORMAT

DD/MM/YYYYMM/DD/YYYY

BAUD RATE

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The following features are added to the MENU whenEXTENDED MENU is active:

4.4.1 PRINT/OUTPUT

Outputs data to a printer or to a PC. A single batch ofreadings, all batches of readings, or the currentstatistical summary can be output via the infraredinterface or the RS232 interface.

To use this function first setup using:

MENU/SETUP/OUTPUT - see OUTPUT: on page 23.If no printers have been setup, PRINT/OUTPUT willdisplay a NOT AVAILABLE message.

4.4.2 DELETE

Deletes last reading only, a single batch of readings orall batches of readings (Figure 16).

Figure 16. DELETE screen

LAST READING

Deletes last reading either in immediate mode or in batchmode.

Gauge displays ARE YOU SURE? (Figure 17).

Figure 17. Delete last reading confirmation screen

Press NO softkey to include reading in statisticalsummary orYES softkey to delete reading.
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If there is no reading to delete gauge displays LASTREADING NOT AVAILABLE (Figure 18).

Figure 18. Delete last reading not available screen

SINGLE BATCH

Deletes the batch data.

The gauge displays the current batch or the last batchused (Figure 19).

Figure 19. SINGLE BATCH screen

Use the Right/Left softkeys to locate the batch tobe deleted. At either end of the list of batches the gaugebeeps. Press OK when the batch to be deleted isdisplayed. Gauge displays ARE YOU SURE? Press NOsoftkey to leave data unchanged orYES softkey todelete the batch. If there is no data stored in the memorythe gauge displays NOT AVAILABLE DATA MEMORYEMPTY (Figure 20).

Figure 20. Memory empty screen

ALL BATCHESDeletes all batches.

Gauge displays ARE YOU SURE? Press NO softkey toleave data unchanged orYES softkey to delete all thebatches.


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4.4.3 CAL METHOD

Allows selection of calibration method from list of options- see Calibration method on page 25 for more details.

4.4.4 SETUP

Used to select, change or activate gauge features:

STATISTICS:Activates statistics feature.

Stats softkey on/off.

Select stats - see Select stats on page 36.

Display - see Display on page 35.

DATA:Activates DATA softkey, SHOW DATE STAMPoption and selects the DELETED READING menu(Figure 21).

Figure 21. DATA menu screen

SOFTKEY ENABLED allows DATA softkey to be turnedoff when EXTENDED MENU is active.

SHOW DATE STAMP - toggles date stamp on or off inReview Batches - see Review batches on page 42.

DELETED READING screen (Figure 22) allows readingsto be tagged or deleted.

Figure 22. DELETED READING screen

TAG - readings still appear in the batch (with atag-deleted symbol ), but they are not included instatistical calculations.

DELETE - readings are permanently deleted.


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PROBE: Only for dual function probes (FNF and F1 2).Changes probe mode.

FNF probes - select from Automatic, F or N.

F1 2 probes - select from F1 or F2.UNITS: Units are automatically set by the probe type,however the user can manually override the automaticsetting. Select from m, mm, mil, thou or inch.

CLOCK/ALARM:Allows setting of time, date and alarmfunctions and setting of the date format DD/MM/YY or

MM/DD/YY (Figure 23).

Figure 23. CLOCK/ALARM screen

Time and date can be set to be displayed on the top lineof the reading screen when the gauge is on.

Time and date can be set to be displayed in large digitswhen the gauge is switched off.

OUTPUT: Selects baud rate (Figure 24) and activatesdata output via the interfaces - see Interfaces onpage 12.

Figure 24. OUTPUT screen

BAUD RATE can be set at values from 1200 to 19200.The default value is 9600 baud.

RS232 BIT IMAGE. Toggle tick box toactivate/deactivate. When activated, readings are sentto the RS232 interface as they are taken. All images andcharacters are output as bit-maps. This allows printingon the Elcometer Miniprinter (see Miniprinter onpage 56).


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RS232 PLAIN TEXT. Toggle tick box toactivate/deactivate. When activated, readings are sentto the RS232 interface as they are taken. The gaugesends standard ASCII characters from the Courier Newfont setc. This allows printing on devices other than theElcometer Miniprinter, e.g. RS 232 printers or PC viaElcometer software (page 45) or via HyperTerminal.

INFRA RED PRINTER. Toggle tick box toactivate/deactivate. When activated, readings are sentto the infrared portable printer as they are taken. See

Infrared portable printer on page 56 for sales partnumber of this optional accessory.

BEEP VOLUME: Changes volume.

0 = off

5 = loudest

Default = 3LANGUAGES:Allows selection of language.

AUTO SWITCH OFF: Changes delay before gaugeswitches off when displaying Reading Screen.

Minimum = 1 minute

Maximum = 10 minutes Default = 1 minute

Auto switch off may be disabled by selecting off (In thiscase, switch off using On/Off key .)

OPENING SCREEN: Disables the opening (welcome)screens so that the gauge switches on to display the

reading screen.

If a personalised welcome screen has been downloadedinto the gauge (see page 50), Opening Screen must beactivated to display this screen.

c. When RS232 Plain Text is selected the followinglanguages will be output as English: Chinese,Greek, Hebrew, Japanese, Korean, Russian,Lithuanian, Farsi.


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5 CALIBRATION ADJUSTMENT

Calibration adjustment is the process of setting thegauge to known values of thickness to ensure accuracy

on different substrate types, shapes and surfacefinishes.

Note: When using an FNF probe it must be calibrated inboth the ferrous mode and in the non-ferrous mode toensure accuracy of reading.

5.1 Calibration methodThe calibration of the gauge can be adjusted(MENU/CAL METHOD) using several different methodsdescribed in National and International Standards.

The calibration adjustment method chosen is dependanton the condition of the substrate to be measured and is

indicated on the screen by a symbol (Figure 25):

Figure 25. CAL METHOD screen

SMOOTH. Smooth surface calibration where the gaugeis set to zero on the uncoated surface and a knownthickness above the expected thickness of the coating.

2POINT. Calibration on a thin value and a thick value

either side of the expected thickness. This enhances theaccuracy of the gauge over the thickness range definedby the two values.

ROUGH.A calibration method similar to 2-Point. Thisenhances the accuracy of the gauge over the thicknessrange defined by the two values.

SPECIAL SUB. This method uses the 2-Pointcalibration for unusual substrate materials such as castiron, certain types of stainless steel, high carbon steel,special aluminium alloys, etc.

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blast cleaning. The calibration uses the smooth surfacetechnique, and a correction value (zero offset) is appliedto each reading to account for the effect of theroughened surface; the value depends on the surfaceprofile - see Table 1.

SET OFFSET. This screen sets and changes the offsetfor different surface roughness This value is used onlywith the Zero Offset calibration method.

5.2 Preset calibration methods

The gauge also contains four preset calibration methodswhich follow relevant standards. These set the

calibration method and the data collection method (datacollection method is only set when in batching mode).

ISO: (ISO 19840) This uses the Zero Offset calibrationmethod with counted average data collection set to 5readings.

SSPC: (SSPC-PA2 2004) This uses the 2-Pointcalibration method with counted average set to 3readings.

SWEDISH: (SS 18 41 60) This uses the 2-Pointcalibration method with counted average set to 5readings.

AUSTRALIAN: (AS 3894) This uses the Zero Offsetcalibration method with a correction value of 1/3 thesurface profile peak-to-valley height and a countedaverage data collection set to 5 readings.

Table 1: Correction values as detailed in ISO 19840

Profile accordingto ISO 8503-1

Correction Value(m) (Zero Offset)

Fine 10

Medium 25

Coarse 40


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Note: When the calibration method is changed, e.g. fromSmooth to Rough, the gauge will display a message(Figure 26).

Figure 26. Recalibration required screen

If the NO softkey is pressed the CAL softkey symbol onthe Readings Screen will flash to warn that calibrationadjustment is still required. While the CAL softkeysymbol is flashing new batches cannot be opened.

If theYES softkey is pressed the calibration adjustmentprocedure is activated - see Calibration adjustment

procedure on page 28.

5.3 Calibration foils and standards

Calibration adjustment should be carried out with theappropriate probe on the same type of metal, the samecurvature and similar finish to the item to be measured.

It is best to use an uncoated sample of the items to betested.

Calibration can be carried out using measured foils orcoated standards.

Foils (shims). These are coating thickness standardswhich have been measured using techniques

independent of the gauge. They are ideal for calibrationbecause they provide a known value of thickness on theactual substrate to be measured. Calibration certificatesfor foils are available upon request.

When using foils care must be taken to keep the foilsclean and free from dust and to avoid damage by

creasing particularly the thinner foils. Always remove afoil from its storage wallet before use.

When calibrating a High Temperature PINIP Probeuse the special thickness standards supplied with theprobe - see Calibrating High Temperature PINIPProbes on page 33.


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Note: To calibrate 5 mm (200 mils) and 13 mm(500 mils) range gauges it will be necessary to stack thefoils (Figure 27). Care must be taken to avoid errors dueto placing the foil labels between the foils.

Figure 27. Stacking foils to increase thickness

Coated standards. Thickness standards using typicalsubstrate materials coated with hardwearing materialsand measured using techniques independent of thegauge.

Coated standards are most often used to confirm that thegauge meets its specifications if it is not possible to use

foils (shims).

5.4 Calibration adjustment procedure

Calibration adjustment can be carried out at any time bypressing CAL softkey from the reading screen. Toprevent inadvertent calibration adjustment the CAL

softkey can be locked (MENU/CALIBRATIONLOCKED).

The user is guided through the operation of the chosencalibration procedure by means of instructions andillustrations on the graphics screen. Audible warningsare also provided when action is required, e.g. when the

probe must be placed down to get a reading.If the routine is interrupted in any way the previoussettings will be restored until after the full calibrationroutine has been completed or the reset has beencompleted.

Serial no.Inspected by

micron mils/thou

502 19.75

TK1009

Serialno.

Inspectedby

micron

mils/thou

176.1

6.9

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TK1010


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The screen detail depends on the calibration methodchosen, but the calibration is in two steps.

The following example is for a Smooth Calibration

adjustment.

Step 1

1. Hold probe in air and press CAL softkey (Figure 28).

Figure 28. Step 1 - on thickness standard

ESC softkey returns the gauge to the ReadingScreen from the Calibration Procedure without

making any changes.

TEST softkey allows the user to take readings toverify the accuracy of the current calibration. Thesereadings do not affect statistical calculations and arenot added to batch memory.

2. Place probe on calibration standard. The gauge will

display a reading.

3. Lift probe and then replace on calibration standard.Gauge displays the average ( ) of these readingsand the last reading. Repeat this action until astable reading is obtained.

Figure 29. Step 1 - Calibration adjustment onthickness standard

First reading Second reading

Average

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To reject the displayed reading and start thecalibration procedure again, press both the Up andDown softkeys at the same time.

To adjust the displayed reading until it is correctrelative to the thickness standard use the Up/Downsoftkeys.

4. Press SET softkey to accept the value.

Note: - - - indicates over-range (Figure 30). Taking areading within range clears this screen.

Figure 30. Over-range reading

Step 2

1. Place probe on uncoated standard or zero plate.The gauge will take and display a reading.

2. Lift probe and then replace on uncoated standard orzero plate. Gauge displays the average ( ) of these

readings and the last reading. Repeat this actionuntil a stable reading is obtained.

Figure 31. Step 2 - Calibration adjustment onuncoated sample

To reject the displayed reading and start Step 2 of

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3. Press ZERO softkey to zero the display (Figure 32).

Figure 32. Zero the display

4. Press SET softkey to accept this value.

The gauge will display the option to test thecalibration of the gauge.

Figure 33. TEST READINGS screen

5. Either press NO softkey to complete the calibrationadjustment procedure and return the gauge to thereading screen, or proceed to take test readings -

see Taking test readings on page 31.

Taking test readings

Press YES softkey (see previous section) to take testreadings. This allows the calibration of the gauge to betested without adding readings to data memory or

contributing to the statistical calculations.

Figure 34. TEST READINGS screen

CAL softkey returns the gauge to Step 1 of thecalibration adjustment procedure.

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Other calibration methods

For the 2-POINT, ROUGH and SPECIAL SUBSTRATEcalibration methods Step 2 requires readings to be taken

on a thin standard value instead of on an uncoated base.

Figure 35. Step 2 - On thin standard

Repeating the reading will display the average. This isparticularly useful for rough surfaces as it allowsvariations in the surface to be accounted for in thecalibration adjustment, therefore improving the accuracyof the gauge.

Figure 36. Step 2 - Calibration adjustment on thinstandard



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Calibrating High Temperature PINIP Probes

Special thickness standards are supplied with F1 2 HighTemperature PINIP Probes - see page 49. These

thickness standards should be used in place of thecalibration standard in Step 1 ofCalibration adjustmentprocedure on page 28.

1. Place appropriate thickness standard over end ofPINIP probe.

2. Press CAL softkey.

3. Place probe on hotd surface and take a reading.

4. Lift probe and then replace on hot surface to takesecond reading.

5. Repeat as necessary until reading is stable.

6. Press SET to accept value.

7. Remove thickness standard from end of PINIPprobe.

8. Proceed with Step 2 - see page 30.

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6 STATISTICS

The Elcometer 4562 Top has a Statistics feature(STATS) which calculates and displays a statistical

analysis of readings as they are taken. The statisticalcalculations are also applied to the readings storedwithin a single batch in memory.

When EXTENDED MENU is active (MENU/EXTENDEDMENU/SEL), press STATS softkey to access STATSMENU (Figure 37).

Figure 37. Stats menu

The statistical values available are:

Number of Readings

Mean

Standard Deviation

Coefficient of Variation

Highest Reading

Lowest Reading

See Select stats on page 36 and Statisticsterminology on page 52.

6.1 ENLARGE STATSDisplays the chosen statistical values as double-heightcharacters. The example screens (Figure 38) appearwhen all the statistical values are selected. The


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Up/Down softkeys can be used to move through the list.OK softkey returns to the Reading Screen.

Figure 38. Enlarged statistics

6.2 STATS ON LCDActivates the presentation of the chosen statisticalvalues on the reading screen. If STATS ON LCD isactivated while CLOCK ON LCD is active, the STATS aredisplayed and the CLOCK is not displayed.

Figure 39. Reading screen with all statistics

6.3 DISPLAY

Only applies when using dual function probes. Allowsselection of the types of readings used in the statisticalcalculation when a dual function probe is connected.

Probe OptionsFNF F, N or F and N combinede

F1 2 F1, F2 or F1 and F2 combinede

6.4 CLEAR STATS

Resets to zero all statistical values selected inSTATS MENU/DISPLAY.

e.When readings are combined a symbol will bedisplayed on the Reading Screen (Figure 39).

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6.5 SELECT STATS

Allows the user to chose which statistical values aredisplayed. The default condition is all values (Figure 40).

Figure 40. Select stats menu

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7 BATCHING

The Elcometer 4562 operates in one of two modes;immediate or batch.

Immediate mode. The gauge takes readings andcalculates statistics but does not store any readings inmemory (Figure 41).

Figure 41. Reading screen - Immediate mode

Batch mode. The gauge takes readings and calculatesstatistics and stores readings in memory (Figure 42).

The gauge stores readings in one of up to 999 separatebatches.

Batch mode (batching) allows reading data to becollected in groups to allow easier analysis of largestructures or complex assemblies.

Figure 42. Reading screen - Batch mode

The Elcometer 456

2

Top has memory capacity for upto 50 000 readings in up to 999 batches.

Batching is configured using the DATA MENU.

To access the DATA MENU (Figure 43) press the DATAsoftkey (this softkey is only displayed with EXTENDEDMENU on).

Figure 43. DATA MENU screen


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7.1 EXIT BATCHING

This option returns the gauge to immediate mode and nofurther readings are stored in memory. The gauge

returns to the Reading Screen.

7.2 OPEN NEW BATCH

This option opens (creates) a new batch using the nextavailable batch number.

To create a batch with new calibration settings use

OPEN NEW BATCH in immediate mode - see 7.2.1. To create a batch with a copy of the calibration

settings from another batch use OPEN NEWBATCH in batch mode - see 7.2.2. This is known ascloning a batch.

Cloning is typically used when several products are

being tested, each with different measurement andcalibration settings. Cloning allows the settings for aproduct to be quickly and easily duplicated. To clonea batch, first open the batch to be cloned (seesection 7.3) and then OPEN NEW BATCH.

Note: While the CAL softkey symbol is flashing, new

batches cannot be opened. Calibrate the gauge beforeopening a new batch. FNF probes should be calibratedin F mode and in N mode.

7.2.1 Opening new batch in immediate mode

When a new batch is opened the following settings arecopied into the batch from immediate mode:

Calibration method

Offset (if applied)

Calibration adjustment

Note: Calibration method and offset must be set beforeopening the new batch. Calibration adjustment can be

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The initial OPEN NEW BATCH screen (Figure 44) stayson while the gauge sets up the batch, as indicated by theprogress bar.

Figure 44. Initial OPEN NEW BATCH screen -

Immediate mode

ESC takes the gauge back to DATA MENU.

The second OPEN NEW BATCH screen (Figure 45)shows the current batch settings.

Figure 45. Second OPEN NEW BATCH screen -

Immediate mode

Upper and lowerLimits for the batch can be changed atany time once the batch has been created - see Setlimits on page 43.

Data collection method must be set before OK softkeyis pressed.

Data Collection Method

The Data Collection Method can be changed by pressingthe Data Collection Method softkey or . Thedisplay toggles between two options, normal andcounted average:

Lower andupper limits

Number ofreadings inbatch (0)

Batchnumber

Data collection

method

Data collectionmethod softkey

Calibrationmethod

Offset

Limitsselected/

deselectedsymbol

Calibrationtype


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NORMAL - Each reading is added to the number ofreadings and contributes to the statisticalcalculation.

COUNTED AVE: n - Readings are taken in presetgroupsf, the default being 5 readings, n=5 (Figure46). At the end of each group the gauge beeps andcalculates the average for the group and stores thisaverage value, which is used for the statisticalcalculation. The individual readings in the group arenot stored. The value for n can be changedg by

pressing the n=5h softkey.

Figure 46. Setting data collection methodCounted average n = 5

f. When using an FNF probe in AUTO mode the

first reading in each group will lock the probe tothat substrate for the whole of the group.g. If a preset calibration method (see Preset

calibration methods on page 26) is selected,the value for n cannot be adjusted.

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7.2.2 Opening new batch in batch mode

Opening a new batch in batch mode duplicates (clones)an existing batch.

Cloning copies the following settings to the new batch: Limits

Calibration method

Data collection method

Offset (if applied)

Calibration adjustmentNote: Calibration method, data collection method andoffset cannot be changed once the cloned batch hasbeen created. Calibration adjustment and limits can bechanged after the batch has been created - seeCalibration adjustment procedure on page 28 and Set

limits on page 43.The initial OPEN NEW BATCH screen displaysCURRENT BATCH.

Figure 47. Initial OPEN NEW BATCH screen -Batch mode

The second OPEN NEW BATCH screen (Figure 48)shows the new batch settings.

Figure 48. Second OPEN NEW BATCH screen -Batch mode

Press OK to create batch.

Cloned batchsymbol
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Batch numbering

The gauge automatically allocates the next batchnumber when a new batch is created. Up to 999 batches

can be active at any time. Deleted batches are removedfrom the list so that batch numbers above 999 are valid.A deleted batch number cannot be reused until all thebatches are deleted, when the batch number count startsagain at 1.

7.3 OPEN EXISTING BATCH

This allows any batch to be opened to add readings. Ifthe gauge is switched off with the batch open, the currentbatch will re-open when the gauge is switched back on.

Note: If the probe is changed to another probe of thesame type the gauge will display a warning (Figure 49).

Figure 49. Changed probe warning screen

IfNO is selected, the serial number and calibration dataof the new probe are saved into the current batch as adata entry.

If YES is selected, the batch calibration details areretained and the user can locate and fit the originalprobe, if they wish.

7.4 REVIEW BATCHES

This allows the content of any batch to be displayed(Figure 50).

Figure 50. REVIEW BATCHES screen

Status

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The Up/Down softkeys move the cursor through the listof readings.

The Status softkey toggles the status area on/off.

The Review Batches screen can contain the followinginformation:

Readings (including symbols indicating whetherthey are above or below limits if LIMITS ON isactivated).

Date stamp (entered whenever the batch is

opened). Probe change (includes date stamp and probe serial

number).

Recalibration (includes date stamp, recalibrationstamp and, for dual function probes, the probemode).

The status area in the bottom half of the screen displaysthe batch number and the type and serial number of theprobe used when the batch was created.

7.5 SET LIMITS

Upper and lower values can be set by the user to monitor

specification values.

To activate limits tick the LIMITS ON box (Figure 51).

Figure 51. SET LIMITS screen

To set the UPPER and LOWER limit values move thecursor to the limit required and press SEL.
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The gauge will display the current settings (Figure 52).Values shown are for illustration only.

Figure 52. Setting upper and lower limits

Adjust the values with Up/Down softkeys. When thecorrect value is displayed, press OK to enter.

With LIMITS ON activated the out-of-limits reading willbe indicated by a triple beep and a red light on thekeypad LED. A reading within limits is indicated by asingle beep and a green light. Out-of-limits symbolsand will be stored in the batch and can be seen when

the batch is reviewed.

7.6 FREE MEMORY

This option displays the amount of free memoryavailable for storage of readings (Figure 53).

Figure 53. FREE MEMORY screen


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8 TRANSFERRING READINGS TO ACOMPUTER

Software is available which allows data to be transferred

from an Elcometer 4562

Top to a PC using the suppliedPC connection cable. Elcometer supplies three types ofdata transfer software:

Elcometer Data Transfer Software (EDTS+ ExcelLink)

Elcometer Data Collection Software (EDCS)

Elcometer Data Collection Software (EDCS+)

The Elcometer 4562 Top gauge is supplied with a CDcontaining EDTS+ Excel Link, EDCS, and ademonstration version of EDCS+. This software can alsobe downloaded from the Elcometer websitewww.elcometer.com.

8.1 EDTS+ Excel Link

EDTS+ Excel Link allows the user to transfer data fromthe memory of the gauge into Microsoft Excel. The datacan then be processed in software such as Word orExcel.

8.2 EDCS and EDCS+

EDCS+ allows the user to transfer data from the memoryof the gauge to a PC. It also includes all the charts thatyou may need together with a report designer to let you

design the report the way you wish to see it. Datamanagement and archiving is also included.

EDCS is a limited functionality version of EDCS+.

EDCS+ is available from your local Elcometer supplier ordirectly from Elcometer.

8.3 Software installationEDTS+ Excel Link, EDCS and EDCS+ are compatiblewith computers operating on Windows 95 (servicepack 1), 98, ME, NT, 2000 and XP. The installationconforms to the standard Windows method usingSetup.exe.


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8.4 Connecting the data transfer cable

1. Plug the 9-pin female D-type connector on one endof the data transfer cable into the COM port on the

PC.2. Plug the 5-pin connector on the other end of the

data transfer cable into the RS232 connector on theside of the gauge - see Interfaces on page 12.

3. Switch on the gauge and ensure that the ReadingScreen is displayed.

8.5 Setting-up the software

1. Start the communications software (EDTS+, EDCS

or EDCS+).

2. Select gauge type 456.

8.6 Transferring data

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9 PROBES

An extensive range of probes is available for theElcometer 4562 Coating Thickness Gauge. Probes for

ferrous (F), non-ferrous (N) and dual ferrous/non-ferrous(FNF) operation are available as either integral (built-in)or separate options.

Separate probes are fully interchangeable and areavailable in standard, PINIP and miniature formats.

PINIP format (Plug-In Integral Probe) is an integral

style probe which plugs in to a separate gauge. Thisprovides all the benefits of an integral gauge and theflexibility of a separate gauge in a single unit.

Miniature separate probes permit measurements wherespace is restricted.

9.1 Ferrous (F) probesF probes measure the thickness of non-magneticcoatings on magnetic substrates. They can be used onpaint, plastic, galvanising, enamel, powder paint, hardchrome and other coatings such as electro-less nickelapplied to steel or iron.

9.2 Non-ferrous (N) probesi

N probes measure the thickness of non-magneticcoatings on non-magnetic metals. They can be used onanodising, paint, plastic coatings, powder paint, etc.applied to aluminium, brass, non-magnetic stainless

steel, etc.

9.3 Dual ferrous/non-ferrous (FNF) probes

FNF probes are dual function, F and N in one probe. FNFgauges will automatically detect the type of substrateand set the mode accordingly. Alternatively the mode

can be set manually - see PROBE: on page 23 andCoatings on galvanised or metallised steel on page 49.

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9.4 Probe interchangeability

The following table shows which probes can be used inthe three types of Elcometer 4562 Gauge.

* indicates probes available for integral type gauges.

Probe type Gauge Type

F N FNF

FERR

OUS

F1 * 9 8 9

F2 * 9 8 9

F1 2 * 9 8 9

F3 * 9 8 9

F1 right angle 9 8 9

F2 right angle 9 8 9

F1 2 right angle 9 8 9

F1 telescopic 9 8 9

F2 telescopic 9 8 9

F1 PINIP 9 8 9

F2 PINIP 9 8 9

F1 2 PINIP High Temp 9 8 9

F3 PINIP 9 8 9

F3 miniature straight 9 8 9

F3 miniature 45 9 8 9

F3 miniature 90 9 8 9

NON-FERROU

S

N1 * 8 9 9

N2 8 9 9

N1 right angle 8 9 9

N1A anodisers 8 9 9

N1 PINIP 8 9 9

N3 miniature straight 8 9 9

N3 miniature 45 8 9 9

N3 miniature 90 8 9 9

DUAL

FNF1 * 8 8 9

FNF1 right angle 8 8 9

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9.5 F1 2 probes

The F1 2 scale combines the F1 scale with the F2 scalein a single probe. The user selects the appropriate range

for the work in hand. The resolution of the gauge isdependent on the scale selected on the gauge.

9.6 F1 2 High temperature PINIP probes

These probes are capable of measuring onsurfaces up to 250C (480F). Wear

appropriate protective clothing and takecare to avoid bodily contact with the hotsurface during measurement.

Do not exceed the maximum measurement speed whenusing these probes - see page 53.

Note: Refer to special calibration procedure - see

Calibrating High Temperature PINIP Probes onpage 33.

9.7 Coatings on galvanised or metallised steel

The FNF probe in fixed N1 mode may be used tomeasure paint coatings on galvanised, aluminium (Al) or

zinc (Zn) sprayed steel substrates.1. Set the gauge to the N1 mode

(MENU/SETUP/PROBE).

2. Zero and calibrate the gauge on a sample of thecoated steel - see Calibration adjustment onpage 25.

Care must be taken to ensure that the calibrationconditions are not affected by changes in the zinc oraluminium coating thickness. This can bedetermined by checking the zero over an area of thegalvanised or metal-coated steel. Metal coatings onsteel above 50 m (2 mil/thou) should be consistentenough to obtain a stable zero on the layer of metal.

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10 PERSONALISED WELCOME SCREEN

A personalised welcome screen can be created anddownloaded into the gauge.

Screen dimensions are 128 pixels x 64 pixels. Thewelcome screen is typically used to personalise thegauge with a logo, serial number, user name, etc. This isthe first screen displayed when the gauge is switched on.

10.1 Creating the screen

1. Download Elcometer Welcome Screen Wizardsoftware. This software is available free of chargefrom the downloads section of the Elcometerwebsite, www.elcometer.com.

2. Connect gauge to PC using 456 to PC connectioncable.


4. Ensure Reading Screen is displayed.

5. Run Welcome Screen Wizard software and followthe on-screen instructions.

10.2 Deleting the screen1. Run the Welcome Screen Wizard software.

2. Click Next.

3. Select Create a new screen setup.

4. Click Next.

5. Select Disabled.6. Click Next.

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11 STORAGE AND TRANSIT

This gauge incorporates a Liquid CrystalDisplay (LCD). If the display is heated

above 50C (120

F) it may be damaged.

This can happen if the gauge is left in a carparked in strong sunlight.

Always store the gauge in its carrying pouch when it isnot being used.

Remove the batteries from the gauge and store them

separately if the gauge is to remain unused for a longperiod of time. This will prevent damage to the gauge in theevent of malfunction of the batteries.

12 MAINTENANCE

You own one of the finest hand-held coating thickness

gauges in the world. If looked after, it will last a lifetime.The gauge does not contain any user-serviceablecomponents. In the unlikely event of a fault, the gaugeshould be returned to your local Elcometer supplier ordirectly to Elcometer. Contact details are stored in thegauge - MENU/ABOUT/CONTACT.

Worldwide: [email protected] USA/Canada: [email protected]

Note: Probes will eventually wear. Probe life willdepend on the number of measurements taken andhow abrasive the coating is. Probe life can beprolonged by careful positioning of the probe on the

surface.Replacement separate and PINIP probes can befitted by the user without the need to return thegauge for service.

Gauges with an integral probe have to be returnedfor re-programming or replacement if the probe

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13 STATISTICS TERMINOLOGY

Term Meaning

COEF OF VARIATN Coefficient of Variation. Thestandard deviation divided bythe mean for a group ofreadings, expressed as apercentage.

HIGHEST READING The value of the maximumthickness in a group ofreadings.

LOWEST READING The value of the minimumthickness in a group ofreadings.

MEAN The average of a group ofreadings; the sum of theindividual readings divided bythe number of readings.

NO. OF READINGS Number of Readings. The

running value for the number ofreadings taken in a group. Inthe case of the averaging orcounted average, the Numberof Readings is the number ofvalues recorded, not the total

number of readings taken.

STD DEVIATION Standard Deviation. Astatistical measure of thespread of values in a group ofreadings.


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14 TECHNICAL DATA

14.1 Measurement speed

>60 readings per minute.This rate is reduced to >40 readings per minute whenInfrared printer output is active - see OUTPUT: onpage 23.

When measuring high temperature materialsmeasurement speed must be reduced to prevent

overheating of the probe. The maximum measurementspeed of the High Temperature PINIP probe at 250C(480F) is 4 readings per minute.

14.2 Minimum substrate thickness

Ferrous: 300 m (12 mils)

Non-ferrous: 100 m (4 mils)Measurements can be taken on thinner substrates if2-point calibration is carried out either side of therequired substrate thickness, however gauges will havereduced range when adjusted for thin substrates.

14.3 Probe operating temperatureSeparate ferrous probes: 150C (300F)

High temperature PINIP probes: 250C (480F)

Miniature probes without outer sleeve: 150C (300F)

All other probes: 80C (176F)

14.4 Physical

Weight(includingbatteries):

Separate Probe (FNF1), 190g (6.7oz)Separate Probe (PINIP), 155g (5.5oz)Integral Probe, 130g (4.6oz)

Dimensions: 130 mm x 70 mm x 35 mm

(5.12" x 2.76" x 1.38")Gaugeoperatingtemperature:

0C to 50C (32F to 120F)Operation outside these limits dependsupon climatic conditions.

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14.5 Power supply

Internal batteries, 2 x LR03 (AAA), alkalinej dry batteriesor rechargeablek equivalents.

Battery life

30l hours to 40 hours continuous use with alkaline drybatteries. (15 000 to 20 000 readings at an average of 8readings per minute.) Battery life is reduced by one thirdwhen using the backlight.

14.6 Packaging

The gauge is packed in cardboard and plasticpackaging. Please ensure that this packaging isdisposed of in an environmentally sensitive manner.Consult your Local Environmental Authority for furtherguidance.

j. Alkaline batteries must be disposed of carefully toavoid environmental contamination. Please consultyour local environmental authority for informationon disposal in your region.Do not dispose of any batteries in fire.

k.Rechargeable batteries can be used if they are

charged outside the gauge.

l. Battery life is reduced to approximately 25% of drybattery life when using rechargeable batteries.Follow the instructions provided by the batterymanufacturer when charging and disposing ofrechargeable batteries.


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15 ACCESSORIES

The Elcometer 4562 is complete with all the itemsrequired to get started and take measurements.

Many of the following accessories are optional.However, some are consumable items that may need tobe replaced over the lifetime of the gauge.

All these accessories are available from Elcometer, oryour local Elcometer supplier. At time of ordering pleasequote the sales part number which follows the

description of each accessory.

15.1 Consumable items

15.2 ProbesFull details of the extensive range of 456 probes can beobtained from Elcometer, your local Elcometer supplieror the Elcometer website, www.elcometer.com.

15.3 Foil sets

Individual foils in the range 12.5 m to 20 mm (0.5 mil to

790 mils) and customised sets chosen from this rangeare also available. Consult your local Elcometer supplier.

15.4 Calibration certificates for foils

Certificates traceable to National Standards includingUKAS and NIST are available on request.

15.5 Test certificates

A certificate with results of a standard test on known foilvalues over the full range of the probe. Order using salespart number TEST-456.

Alkaline LR03 (AAA) Battery(2 required):

T9999329-

2.2 mm (85 mils) 8 pieces: T9904199F1.3 mm (51 mils) 3 pieces: T9904199G

5.5 mm (220 mils) 4 pieces: T9904199J

15 mm (595 mils) 4 pieces: T9904199K


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15.6 Coated thickness standards includingcertificate

15.7 Probe placement jig

To aid probe positioning on small components a probe

placement jig is available and an adapter suitable for usewith the full range of miniature probes is also availableas an accessory.

15.8 Probe adapters

15.9 Infrared portable printer

15.10 Miniprinter

42 column, rechargeable battery powered Miniprinter

complete with charger. Three charger options:

Miniprinter spares

Ferrous Standard (4 Values): T995111261

Non-Ferrous Standard (4 Values): T995111271Ferrous Standard (2 Values): T995166001

Non-Ferrous Standard (2 Values): T995166011

Probe placement jig: T95012880

Jumbo Hand Grip (F and N probes): T9997766-

Jumbo Hand Grip (FNF probes): T99913225

V Adapter for pipes (F & N probes): T9997381-

V Adapter for pipes (FNF probes): T99913133

Infrared Portable Printer: X45613877

Thermal Printer Paper: T99913878

230V (UK Plug): X4569964B

230V (European Plug): X4569964C

110V (US Plug): X4569964D

456 to printer connection cable(25-pin):

T45616267

Ribbon Cassettes (Pack of 5): T9769992-

Paper Rolls (Box of 20): T9999993-


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15.11 Bench Stands

15.12 PC Connection Cable

Note: A 9-pin to 25-pin adapter may be required for certainPC RS232 ports.

Integral Probe Version: T45616161

Integral/Separate Probe Version: T45616162

456 to PC Connection Cable (9-pin): T45616217


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16 RELATED EQUIPMENT

Elcometer produces a wide range of coating thicknessgauges and associated paint inspection equipment.

Users of the Elcometer 4562

may also benefit from thefollowing Elcometer products:

Uncured powder thickness gauges

Coatings analyser

Inspection management software

Mechanical coatings thickness gauges

Appearance testers

Adhesion testers

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

17 FITTING THE WRIST HARNESS

1. Pass harnessround pin

2. Pass harnessthrough loop

3. Pull tight


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18PROBE

ME

ASUREMENT

PERFORMAN

CE

Scale

Totalrange

Accuracy

a

a.Whicheveristh

egreater.Lower

valueachievedwhencalibratedclo

setothethicknes

stobemeasured.

Resolution

inrange

F1F12(F1mode)

FNF1

N1,N1A

0mto1500m

1%to3%

or2.5m

0.1m

1.0m

0

mto99.9m

1

00mto1500m

0milto60mils

1%to3%

or0.1mil

0.01mil

0.1mil

0

milto4.99mils

5

milsto60mils

F2F12(F2mode)

N2

0mmto5.0mm

1%to3%

or0.02mm

1.0m

10m

0

mmto0.99mm

1

.0mmto5.0mm

0milto200mils

1%to3%

or1mil

0.1mil

1mil

0

milto49.9mils

5

0milsto200mils

F3

0mmto13mm

1%to3%

or0.05mm

1.0m

10m

0

mmto1.99mm

2

mmto13mm

0milto500mils

1%to3%

or2.0mils

0.1mil

1mil

0

milto99.9mils

1

00milsto500mils

FM3

NM3

0mto500m

1%to3%

or2.5m

0.1m

1.0m

0

mto99.9m

1

00mto500m

0milto10mils

1%to3%

or1.0mil

0.01mil

0.1mil

0

milto3.99mils

4

milsto10mils


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19PROBECA

PABILITIES

19.1Integralp

robes

Probetype

Minimum

convexsurface

diameter

Minimum

concave

surfacera

dius

Headroom

Minimum

sample

diamete

r

Calfoil

valuea

a.Thisistherec

ommendedmax

imumcalibration

foilvaluetoach

ievethespecifie

daccuracyunde

rthese

measurementsconditions

F1(orF12setfor

F1

operation)

4mm(0.16)

25mm(0.98)

130mm(

5.1)

4mm(0.16)

250m

(10mil)

F2(orF12setfor

F2

operation)

4mm(0.16)

25mm(0.98)

135mm(

5.3)

8mm(0.32)

1mm(4

0mil)

F3

15mm(0.59)

40mm(1.57)

150mm(

5.9)

14mm(0.55)

2.5mm

(100mil)

N1(N)

35mm(1.38)

25mm(0.98)

130mm(

5.1)

6mm(0.24)

250m

(10mil)

FNF1(N)

38mm(1.50)

25mm(0.98)

135mm(

5.3)

8mm(0.32)

250m

(10mil)

FNF1(F)

4mm(0.16)

25mm(0.98)

135mm(

5.3)

4mm(0.16)

250m

(10mil)


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19.2Separate

ferrousprobe

s

Probetype

Minimum

convexsurf

ace

diameter

Minimum

concave

surfacera

dius

Headroom

Minimum

sample

diameter

Calfoilvaluea

a.Thisistherec

ommendedmax

imumcalibration

foilvaluetoach

ievethespecifie

daccuracyunde

rthese


F1(orF12settoF1)

4mm(0.16)

25mm(0.98)

85mm(3

.35)

4mm(0.

16)

250m(10mil)

F2(orF12settoF2)

4mm(0.16)

25mm(0.98)

89mm(3

.50)

8mm(0.

32)

1mm(40mil)

F1RightAngle

(orF12settoF1)

4mm(0.16)

25mm(0.98)

28mm(1

.10)

4mm(0.

16)

250m(10mil)

F2RightAngle

(orF12settoF2)

4mm(0.16)

25mm(0.98)

32mm(1

.26)

8mm(0.

32)

1mm(40mil)

F1Telescopic

4mm(0.16)

25mm(0.98)

32mm(1

.26)

4mm(0.

16)

250m(10mil)

F2Telescopic

4mm(0.16)

25mm(0.98)

36mm(1

.42)

8mm(0.

32)

1mm(40mil)

F3

15mm(0.59)

40mm(1.57)

102mm(

4.02)14mm(0

.55)

2.5mm(100mil)


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19.3Separate

non-ferrousp

robes

Probetype

Minimum

convexsurface

diameter

Minimum

concave

surfacera

dius

Headroom

Minimum

sample

diameter

Calfoil

valuea

a.Thisistherec

ommendedmax

imumcalibration

foilvaluetoach

ievethespecifie

daccuracyunde

rthese


N1

35mm(1.38)

25mm(0.9

8)

85mm(3.35)

6mm(0.24)

250m(10mil)

N1RightAngle

35mm(1.38)

25mm(0.9

8)

28mm(1.10)

6mm(0.24)

250m(10mil)

N1A

Anodisers

Probe

35mm(1.38)

25mm(0.9

8)

85mm(3.35)

6mm(0.24)

250m(10mil)

N2

100mm(3.97)

150mm(5.90)

85mm(3.35)

14mm(0

.55)

1mm(40mil)


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19.4Separate

dualFNF

Probetype

Minimum

convexsurface

diameter

Minimum

concave

surfacera

dius

Headroom

Minimum

sample

diameter

Calfoil

valuea

a.Thisistherec

ommendedmax

imumcalibration

foilvaluetoach

ievethespecifie

daccuracyunde

rthese


FNF1(N)

38mm(1.50)

25mm(0.98)

88mm(3

.46)

8mm(0.32)

250m(10mil)

FNF1(F)

4mm(0.16)

25mm(0.98)

88mm(3

.46)

4mm(0.16)

250m(10mil)

FNF1RightAng

le

(N)

38mm(1.50)

25mm(0.98)

34mm(1

.34)

8mm(0.32)

250m(10mil)

FNF1RightAng

le

(F)

4mm(0.16)

25mm(0.98)

34mm(1

.34)

4mm(0.16)

250m(10mil)


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19.5PINIPp

robes

Probetype

Minimum

convexsurface

diameter

Minimum

concave

surfacera

dius

Headroom

Minimum

sample

diameter

Calfoil

valuea

a.Thisistherec

ommendedmax

imumcalibration

foilvaluetoach

ievethespecifie

daccuracyunde

rthese


F1(orF12settoF1)

4mm(0.16)

60mm(2.36)

155mm(

6.10)4mm(0.16)

250m(10mil)

F2(orF12settoF2)

4mm(0.16)

60mm(2.36)

159mm(

6.25)8mm(0.32)

1mm(4

0mil)

F3

15mm(0.59)

45mm(1.77)

169mm(

6.65)14mm(0

.55)

2.5mm(100mil)

N1

35mm(1.38)

50mm(1.97)

155mm(

6.09)6mm(0.24)

250m(10mil)

FNF1(N)

38mm(1.50)

55mm(2.17)

156mm(

6.15)8mm(0.32)

250m(10mil)

FNF1(F)

4mm(0.16)

55mm(2.17)

156mm(

6.14)4mm(0.16)

250m(10mil)


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19.6Separate

miniatureferrousprobes

ProbeType

M

inimum

convex

surface

diameter

M

inimum

concave

surface

ra

dius

M

inimum

sa

mple

diameter

Minimum

access

heig

ht

Minimum

acce

ss

width

Overal

llength

(headr

oom)

F,Straight,

45mm(1.77)

1.5mm(0.06)6.5mm(0.26)

3mm(0.12)

6mm(0.24)

150mm

(5.91)

F,Straight,

150mm(5.9)

1.5mm(0.06)6.5mm(0.26)

3mm(0.12)

6mm(0.24)

260mm

(10.24)

F,45,

45mm(1.77)

1.5mm(0.06)6.5mm(0.26)

3mm(0.12)

18m

m(0.71)

7mm

(0.28)

145mm

(5.71)

F,45,

150mm(5.9)

1.5mm(0.06)6.5mm(0.26)

3mm(0.12)

18m

m(0.71)

7mm

(0.28)

250mm

(9.84)

F,90,

45mm(1.77)

1.5mm(0.06)6.5mm(0.26)

3mm(0.12)

16m

m(0.63)

7mm

(0.28)

140mm

(5.51)

F,90,

150mm(5.9)

1.5mm(0.06)6.5mm(0.26)

3mm(0.12)

16m

m(0.63)

7mm

(0.28)

245mm

(9.64)


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19.7Separate

miniaturenon

-ferrousprob

es

ProbeType

M

inimum

convex

diameter

M

inimum

concave

ra

dius

M

inimum

sa

mple

diameter

Minimum

access

heig

ht

Minimum

acce

ss

width

Overal

llength

(headr

oom)

NF,Straight,

45mm(1.77)

3

mm(0.12)

25

mm(0.98)

4mm(0.16)

6mm(0.24)

150mm

(5.91)

NF,Straight,

150mm(5.9)

3

mm(0.12)

25

mm(0.98)

4mm(0.16)

6mm(0.24)

260mm

(10.24)

NF,45,

45mm(1.77)

3

mm(0.12)

25

mm(0.98)

4mm(0.16)

18m

m(0.71)

7mm

(0.28)

145mm

(5.71)

NF,45,

150mm(5.9)

3

mm(0.12)

25

mm(0.98)

4mm(0.16)

18m

m(0.71)

7mm

(0.28)

250mm

(9.84)

NF,90,

45mm(1.77)

3

mm(0.12)

25

mm(0.98)

4mm(0.16)

16m

m(0.63)

7mm

(0.28)

140mm

(5.51)

NF,90,

150mm(5.9)

3

mm(0.12)

25

mm(0.98)

4mm(0.16)

16m

m(0.63)

7mm

(0.28)

245mm

(9.64)


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20ERROR

ME

SSAGES

Undercertainco

nditionsthegaugewilld

isplayerrormessages(Figure54).Thesemessagesare

normally

clearedbypress

inganyoneofthesoftkeys.The

causeoftheerrorwillbeindicatedbythemessageand

shouldbecorrec

tedbeforeproce

eding.

Errormessage

Causes

A

ctiontotake

#1-PROBE

Probe-to-gaugecommunicationfailure.

In

tegralgauge-re

turntoElcomete

r*.

Separategauge-

removeprobea

ndrefit.

If

errorpersists,re

turntoElcomete

r*.

#2-PROBE

Corruptdata

outputfromprobe.

In

tegralgauge-re

turntoElcomete

r*.

Separategauge-

trynewprobe.

If

errorpersists,re

turntoElcomete

r*.

#3-PROBE

Internalerror.

ReturntoElcomet

er*.

PROBE

UNSUPPORTED

a)Probeisd

ualFNF,butgau

geisferrous

only,ornon-

ferrousonly.Seepage47.

b)Oldgaug

esoftwaredoes

notsupport

newprobe.

a)Gaugemodel

FandgaugemodelN

ca

nnotbeusedwithadualFNFprobe.

b)

Return

toE

lcometer*

for

software

upgrade.

PROBE

CHANGED

Probehasbeenchanged.

Calibrationadjustm

entrequired.
http://-/?-http://-/?-http://-/?-http://-/?-http://-/?-http://-/?-http://-/?-http://-/?-http://-/?-


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*ContactElcometeroryourlocalElcometerSupp

liertoarrangereturn.

Figure54.Exampleerrormessage-noprobe

isconnectedtogauge

UNSTABLE

READING

a)Externale

lectro-magnetic

interference.

b)Gaugefaulty.

a)Isolatefromele

ctro-magnetic

in

terference.

b)ReturntoElcom

eter*.

VALUETOO

LARGE

Numericalerror.

Switchgaugeoffthenonagain.

If

errorpersistsco

ntactElcometer.

CALIBRATION

Incorrectcalibrationcalculation.

Re-calibrate.

If

errorpersists,re

turntoElcomete

r*.

LANGUAGE

MEMORY

Softwareerror.

ReturntoElcomet

er*.

Errormessage

Causes

A

ctiontotake


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21 INDEX

Numerics2 Point calibration method 25

AAccessories 55

AS 3894 26ASTM B 244 4ASTM B 499 4

ASTM D 1400 4ASTM D1186 4Australian calibration method

26

BBatch mode 37

Batch numbering 42BatchesCopying (Cloning) 38Reviewing 42

Batching 37Creating new batch 38Data collection method 39

Exiting 38Opening existing batch 42Batteries

Fitting 6Life of 54Ordering 55

Precautions 51

RechargeableCharging 54Life of 6

Specification 54Baud rate 23

BeepChanging volume 24

Switching off 24

BS 3900 (C5) 4BS 5411 (11) 4

BS 5411 (3) 4BS 5599 4BS EN ISO 1461 4

CCable

PC to gauge 57CAL softkey

Flashing 27Calibration

Adjustment 27Coated standards 27

Coated thicknessstandards 28FNF probes 25

Foils 27Locking 16Methods 25Shims 27

Calibration Adjustment 28Procedure, 2Point 32

Procedure, Rough 32Procedure, Smooth 29Procedure, Special

substrate 32Calibration certificates 55Calibration methods

2 POINT 25AUSTRALIAN 26ISO 26

ROUGH 25SET OFFSET 26SPECIAL SUB 25

SSPC 26

SWEDISH 26ZERO OFFSET 25

Clock and alarm 23Cloning a batch 38Coated thickness standards

28Spares 56


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CoatingsOn galvanised steel 49On metallised steel 49

Coefficient of Variation 52

ComputerConnection cable 57

Computer, transferring data to45

Copying a batch 38

DData collection method 39

Counted average 40Normal 40

Data transfer 45Data, activating 22Date stamp 22

Delete all batches 21Delete last reading 20Delete single batch 21

Deleting readingsPermanent or tagged 22

Dimensions 53

DIN 50981 4DIN 50984 4

EEDCS 45

EDCS+ 45EDTS+ Excel Link 45Elcometer 456

Features 4Overview 3Error messages 67

ESC 29Extended menu

Contents 20

FFactory calibration 17FNF 47Foils 27

Ordering 55

GGalvanised steel 49Gauge information 16

HHigh temperature 49Highest reading 52

IImmediate mode 37

Infrared interface 12Effect on measurement

speed 53Interface 12

Infrared 12

RS232 12International gauge settings

17ISO 19840 4, 26ISO 2178 4ISO 2360 4

ISO 2808 4ISO calibration method 26

KKeypad 8

LLanguage, selecting 11Limits

Setting 43

Lowest reading 52

MMaintenance 51Mean 52Measurement speed 53Memory

Amount available 44Menu items

2-POINT 25ABOUT 16

AUSTRALIAN 26AUTO SWITCH OFF 24BACKLIGHT 16


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BAUD RATE 23BEEP VOLUME 24CAL METHOD 22

CALIBRATION LOCKED

16CLEAR STATS 35

CLOCK/ALARM 23CONTACT 16DATA 22

DATA MENU 37DELETE 20

DELETED READING 22DISPLAY 35ENLARGE STATS 34EXIT BATCHING 38

EXTENDED MENU 18FACTORY CAL 17FREE MEMORY 44

GAUGE INFORMATION16

HELP 17INFRA RED PRINTER 24INTL GAUGE 17ISO 26

LANGUAGES 24

OPEN EXISTING BATCH42

OPEN NEW BATCH 38OPENING SCREEN 24OUTPUT 23PRINT/OUTPUT 20PROBE 23

PROBE INFORMATION16

RESET 17REVIEW BATCHES 42

ROUGH 25RS232 BIT IMAGE 23RS232 PLAIN TEXT 24SELECT STATS 36SET LIMITS 43SET OFFSET 26

SETUP 22SHOW DATE STAMP 22SMOOTH 25

SOFTKEY ENABLED 22SPECIAL SUB 25SSPC 26

STATISTICS 22

STATS MENU 34STATS ON LCD 35

SWEDISH 26TAG 22UNITS 23

US GAUGE 17ZERO OFFSET 25

MenusExtended off (simple) 16Extended on 18Overview 15

Structure 18Metallised steel 49Minimum substrate thickness

53Mode

Batch 37Immediate 37

NNumber of readings 52

OOn/off 9

Opening screenCreating 50Disabling 24

PPackaging 54PINIP probes

Fitting of 7

High temperature 49Power supply 54

PrinterInfrared 56Miniprinter 56

Printing

All batches of readings 20Batch of readings 20Statistical summary 20


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Printing readings 23To infrared printer 24

Probe positioning jig 56

Probes 47

Adapters 56Capabilities 60-66

Extending life of 51F (Ferrous)

What used for 47

F1 2High Temperature

PINIP 49Substrate selectionmodes 23

F1 2 overview 49

Fitting of 7FNF (Ferrous/Non-ferrous)

Substrate selection

modes 23, 47What used for 47

Maximum temperature 53N (Non-ferrous)

What used for 47Performance 59

PINIP

What used for 47Replacement of 51

Wear of 51Which one to use? 48

QQuick-start 5

RReading screen 10

Typical 14Reading, taking 13

Resetting the gauge 17

Rough calibration method 25RS232 interface 12

SScale selection, F1 F2 23Screen

Welcome information 10

Screen symbolsBattery condition 6Definition of 17

Screen symbols, explanation

of 17Set offset 26

Setting up the gauge 22Shims 27

Ordering 55

Simple menuTurning on/off 16

Smooth calibration method 25Softkey

BACK 15CAL 14, 31

Flashing 14Procedure 28

DATA COLLECTION

METHOD 39ESC 29MENU 14OK 31SEL 15SET 30, 31

TEST 29

UP/DOWN 15ZERO 31

SoftkeysDATA 37

Software 45Special sub calibration method25

SS 18 41 60 26SSPC calibration method 26SSPC-PA 2 26SSPC-PA2 4

Standard deviation 52Standards 4

AS 3894 26Coated thickness 56ISO 19840 26SS 18 41 60 26

SSPC-PA 2 26Statistics

Activating 22


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Choice of 36Clearing 35Displaying on screen 35

Dual function probes 35

Increasing size on display34

Overview 34Terminology 52

Substrate selection

Automatic 23, 47Manual 23, 47

Substrate thicknessMinimum 53

Swedish calibration method26

Switching on/off 9Automatically 9, 24

TTemperature

Effect on measurementspeed 53High, measuring of 49

Operating 53Probes, maximum 53

Test certificates 55

Test readings 31Testing calibration of gauge31

Tick box 15Transferring data to computer45

UUnits

Automatic setting of 23Manual setting of 23

Up/Down 15

US gauge settings 17

WWeight 53

Welcome screenCreating 50Disabling 24

Wrist harness, fitting of 58

ZZero offset calibration method

25


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