Sauter TE 1250-0.1F digital coating thickness gauge type F with RS-232, 100 µm / 1,250 µm
€369.00
% Manufacturer's RRP: €410.00 10% below manufacturer's RRP
- Digital coating thickness gauge with external sensor, measuring range up to 100 µm and up to 1,250 µm
- Measures non-magnetic coatings on iron and steel (type F)
- Readability 0.1 µm and 1 µm, measurement accuracy 3 % or ± 2.5 µm, with Offset-Accur 1 % or ± 1 µm
- RS-232 interface as standard, units: µm and inch (mil)
- Minimum base material thickness 300 µm, flat housing 131 x 65 x 28 mm, approx. 0.10 kg
- Zero plate, adjustment foils and carrying case included in the scope of delivery
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Product information "Sauter TE 1250-0.1F digital coating thickness gauge type F with RS-232, 100 µm / 1,250 µm"
The Sauter TE is a digital coating thickness gauge in a flat plastic housing (131 x 65 x 28 mm, approx. 0.10 kg) with an external sensor and an RS-232 interface. It measures up to 1,250 µm. Up to 100 µm, it reads to 0.1 µm; above that, to 1 µm. There are two models: the TE 1250-0.1F measures non-magnetic coatings on iron and steel (type F), whilst the TE 1250-0.1FN also measures coatings on non-magnetic metals (type N).
Measured values transmitted via RS-232
The RS-232 interface is standard on both models. It transmits the measured values to a printer, a PC or other devices. The ATC-01 software is available as an accessory for transmission to a PC. This is the main difference compared to the simpler TB series, which operates without an interface.
Accuracy and Offset-Accur
In standard mode, the measurement accuracy is, according to Kern, 3 % of the measured value or ± 2.5 µm. The Offset-Accur function adjusts the instrument to the specific measuring range using a two-point adjustment. According to Kern, the accuracy is then 1 % of the measured value or ± 1 µm. A zero plate and adjustment foils are supplied; additional adjustment foils (ATB-US07) are available.
Base material and sample shape
The base material must be at least 300 µm thick. Kern specifies a minimum sample area with a radius of 1.5 mm (convex), 6 mm (flat) and 50 mm (concave). The external sensor can reach hard-to-access measurement points. The display features 10 mm high digits, and the unit of measurement can be switched between µm and inch (mil). According to the data sheet, the four AAA batteries last for around 50 h, and the auto-power-off function switches the device off automatically.
Typical applications
- Automotive industry: documenting paint film thickness on supplier parts
- Electroplating and metal finishing: checking and recording coating thicknesses during the process
- Shipbuilding and aviation: measuring coatings on structural components
- Laboratories and quality control: outputting measured values to a PC or printer
The TE is suitable for measurement tasks where documentation is required. Those who want to store measured values in the device, evaluate them and measure continuously will find this in the TG, which is also available.
Models at a glance
| Model | Measurable layers | Sensor type | Factory calibration certificate | Warranty (Kern) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TE 1250-0.1F | non-magnetic coatings on iron and steel (type F) | FE | 961-110 | 24 months |
| TE 1250-0.1FN | Type F and coatings on non-magnetic metals (type N) | NFE | 961-112 | 36 months |
Technical details
These values apply to both models. Deviating values are given in the model table.
| Measuring range | up to 100 µm and up to 1,250 µm |
| Readability | 0.1 µm and 1 µm |
| Measurement accuracy (Kern) | 3 % of the measured value or ± 2.5 µm; with Offset-Accur 1 % or ± 1 µm |
| Minimum thickness of base material | 300 µm |
| Smallest sample surface (radius) | convex 1.5 mm, flat 6 mm, concave 50 mm |
| Sensor | external, type by model (model table) |
| Units | µm, inch (mil) |
| Functions | ZERO, Offset-Accur, Auto-Power-Off |
| Display | LCD, digit height 10 mm |
| Interface | RS-232 as standard |
| Power supply | 4 AAA batteries (1.5 V), alkaline-manganese, operating time approx. 50 h |
| Housing | Plastic, 131 x 65 x 28 mm (W x D x H) |
| Ambient temperature | 0 °C to 50 °C |
| Net weight | approx. 0.10 kg |
| Factory calibration certificate | can be ordered separately, item no. 961-110 (TE 1250-0.1F) or 961-112 (TE 1250-0.1FN) |
| Warranty (manufacturer) | 36 months (TE 1250-0.1FN), 24 months (TE 1250-0.1F), according to Kern, excluding wear parts |
Scope of delivery
- Sauter TE coating thickness gauge (TE 1250-0.1F or TE 1250-0.1FN, depending on the model) with external sensor
- Zero plate
- Adjustment foils
- 4 AAA batteries (1.5 V)
- Carrying case
Calibration
A factory calibration certificate can be ordered separately: item no. 961-110 for the TE 1250-0.1F, item no. 961-112 for the TE 1250-0.1FN.
Warranty
According to Kern & Sohn, the TE 1250-0.1FN comes with a 3-year warranty and the TE 1250-0.1F comes 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.
Downloads
Operating instructions Sauter TE (PDF)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, for the TE 1250-0.1FN) sensors, the ATB-US07 adjustment foils, the ATC-01 software and the TB and TG series coating thickness gauges are also available. Enquiries are handled via our procurement service.
| Design: | TE 1250-0.1F · 1.250 µm |
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