New development: A magnet-inductive precision measuring probe for coating thickness measurements of coatings on ferromagnetic steel - expanding the application range of the modular QNix® 8500 system.
QNix® 8500 pen-shaped probe for precision measurements of micro coating thickness on small parts
The innovative magnet-inductive QNix® pen-shaped measuring probe MI Fe 500µm developed by AUTOMATION Dr. Nix, Cologne expands the application of the modular QNix® 8500 measuring system in the area of precision measurements of thin coating even further.
Now, whole new areas of application in quality management of small parts or in measuring around close edges are possible.
In addition to standard probes based on the Hall-sensor principle, AUTOMATION Dr. Nix, the specialist for non-destructive coating thickness measurements, now offers its users a new magnet-inductive pen-shaped probe for a measuring range of 0 – 500 µm. The new interchangeable probes measure most precise within the lower measuring range even on thin non- ferromagnetic coatings of small parts.
Quality control of corrosion protection
In praxis, small steel parts, such as screws or bolts, are protected by an anti-corrosion coating. Only the correct coating thickness – usually within the lower measuring range – guarantees a good cohesion and sufficient corrosion protection.
The new optimized QNix® pen-shaped probe MI Fe 500 µm reduces interfering measuring effects considerably, enabling the user to accurately measure more closely to edges and on smallest parts. This guarantees a reliable quality control of corrosion protection on smallest surfaces or close to edges.
That way, it is possible to precisely measure coating thickness of thin non-ferromagnetic metal coatings including chromium, copper, zinc as well as paint, enamel or synthetic coating on steel substrates. These precision measurements are based on the magnet inductive measuring method as described in the DIN EN ISO 2178, ISO 2808 and ASTM B499 standards.
In addition, the pen-like shape of the probe offers perfect control over manual adjustments on the measurement object. If particular high accuracy is required, the measuring probe can even be mounted on a measuring stand, for which sample holders are available.
Flexibility in the quality management of major projects.
The latest module of the QNix® 8500 measuring system – the new pen-shaped probe – increases flexibility in the use and opens up new areas of application for coating measurements on angle brackets, shims, screws, bolts and nuts as well as frictional connections.
Customized calibrations allow for particularly convenient and easy measurements on thin-coated small parts. This results in a more reliable quality management of large steel works when checking protective coatings on steel bolts and nuts such as the ones used on rotor fastenings, wind energy plants, bridges or window fittings.
Furthermore, the new pen-shaped probe is suited for PVD coatings such as TiN, TiCrN, CrN and TiAIN.
The known user oriented advantages of QNix® measuring devices, their high and rugged quality and their ease of use are trademarks of the new pen-shaped probe.
