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Sauter TB 1000-0.1F digital coating thickness gauge, type F, 100 µm / 1,000 µm

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Product information "Sauter TB 1000-0.1F digital coating thickness gauge, type F, 100 µm / 1,000 µm"

The Sauter TB series are digital coating thickness gauges with an external sensor for measurements up to 1,000 µm. They display the coating thickness in µm or inches (mil) and have two measuring ranges: up to 100 µm with a readability of 0.1 µm and up to 1,000 µm with a readability of 1 µm. The TB 1000-0.1F measures non-magnetic coatings on iron and steel (type F). The TB 1000-0.1FN also measures coatings on non-magnetic metals (type N). A zero plate, adjustment foils and a carrying case are supplied with both models.

Type F or type F/N: which model?

The choice depends on the substrate. If the material is always iron or steel, the TB 1000-0.1F is sufficient. If you also need to measure paint, anodised finishes or other coatings on non-magnetic metals, choose the TB 1000-0.1FN, as its sensor type covers both types of substrate. The ATE 01 sensor (type F) is available as an accessory; for the FN model, the ATE 02 sensor (type N) is also available.

Accuracy and Offset-Accur

In standard mode, the measurement accuracy is 3 % of the measured value, according to Kern. The Offset-Accur function is used to adjust the instrument to the specific measuring range using a two-point adjustment. Kern specifies a precision of 1 % (or less) of the measured value for this. A zero plate and adjustment foils are included in the scope of delivery. Additional adjustment foils (ATB-US07) are also available.

Test object and base material

The base material must be at least 300 µm thick. For the TB 1000-0.1F, Kern specifies the minimum sample area as a radius of 1.5 mm (convex), 6 mm (flat) and 25 mm (concave). The external sensor, with its 1 m cable, can reach even hard-to-access measurement points. The Auto-Power-Off function switches the device off automatically, whilst the ZERO function resets the display to zero.

Typical applications

  • Automotive industry: paint film thickness on bodywork parts and supplier components
  • Electroplating and metal finishing: thickness of zinc, chromium or nickel coatings
  • Shipbuilding and aviation: coatings on structural components
  • Laboratories and quality control: incoming goods and final inspection of coated components
  • Construction and building sites: coatings on steel components on site

Both models are handheld devices for everyday use, without an interface or memory. If you wish to transmit or store measured values, choose the TE or TG series, which are also available.

Models at a glance

ModelMeasurable layersMeasuring rangeReadabilityBatteriesHousing (W x D x H)Factory calibration certificate
TB 1000-0.1Fnon-magnetic coatings on iron and steel (type F)up to 100 µm / up to 1,000 µm0.1 µm / 1 µm4 x AAA (1.5 V)161 x 69 x 32 mm961-110
TB 1000-0.1FNType F: non-magnetic coatings on iron and steel; type N: coatings on non-magnetic metalsup to 100 µm / up to 1,000 µm0.1 µm / 1 µm4 x AA (1.5 V)168 x 68 x 32 mm961-112

Technical details

These values apply to both models. Deviating values are given in the model table.

Sensorexternal, 1 m cable
Measurement accuracy (Kern)3 % of the measured value, with Offset-Accur of 1 %
Minimum thickness of base material300 µm
Unitsµm, inch (mil)
FunctionsZERO, Offset-Accur, Auto-Power-Off
DisplayLCD
Power supplyAlkaline-manganese batteries, included in the scope of delivery
HousingPlastic
Ambient temperature0 °C to 50 °C
Storage temperature-10 °C to 40 °C
Factory calibration certificatecan be ordered separately, item no. 961-110 (TB 1000-0.1F) or 961-112 (TB 1000-0.1FN)
Warranty (manufacturer)24 months according to Kern, excluding wear parts

Scope of delivery

  • Sauter TB coating thickness gauge (TB 1000-0.1F or TB 1000-0.1FN, depending on the model) with external sensor
  • Zero plate
  • Adjustment foils
  • Batteries
  • Carrying case

Calibration

A factory calibration certificate can be ordered separately: item no. 961-110 for the TB 1000-0.1F, item no. 961-112 for the TB 1000-0.1FN.

Warranty

According to Kern & Sohn, these devices come with a 2-year warranty. Kern grants 3 years on products with a list price of €500 or more and 2 years on products below that and on components; wear parts such as batteries and rechargeable batteries are excluded. Warranty repairs are carried out by Kern or by a Kern dealer.

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Regulatory information

As electrical devices, the coating thickness gauges fall under the ElektroG. The manufacturer Kern & Sohn GmbH is registered under the WEEE registration number DE 80821200. How to return old appliances is described on the page Environment and disposal.

Individual requirements and procurement service

The ATE 01 (type F) and ATE 02 (type N) sensors, the ATB-US07 adjustment foils and the TE and TG series coating thickness gauges are also available. Enquiries are handled via our procurement service.

Design: TB 1000-0.1F · 1.000 µm