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EC500A Coating Thickness Gauge

The contractor’s essential tool for fast, accurate and reliable coating thickness measurement. The EC500A eliminates guesswork with automatic substrate detection, making it the ideal workhorse for automotive, fabrication, and general contracting applications.

Who is the EC500A For?

The EC500A is the perfect solution for:

Auto Body & Repair Shops:

Quickly verify paint thickness for used car assessments, repairs, and quality checks.

Contractors & Fabricators:

Ensure coating specifications are met on structural steel, railings, and metal fixtures.

Quality Control Inspectors:

Perform fast pass/fail checks on production lines and incoming parts.

Painters & Applicators:

Confirm coating thickness during application to prevent costly over- or under-application.

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Why Choose the Nuicon EC500A?

  • Auto-Detection: Instantly identifies steel or aluminum substrates.
  • Rugged Design: Built to withstand tough job site conditions.
  • Simple Operation: Get reliable measurements in seconds.
  • Cost-Saving: Avoid rework by verifying thickness accurately.
  • Long Battery Life: Powered for full-day use on a single charge.
  • Trusted Precision: Ensures consistent ±1-3% accuracy for reports.
EC500A - Coating Thickness Gauge - Nuicon
EC500A - Coating Thickness Gauge - Nuicon

Technical Specifications

  • Measurement Principles: Magnetic Induction (F) / Eddy Current (N)
  • Substrate Detection: Automatic Ferrous/Non-Ferrous (FNF)
  • Measurement Range: 0 – 2000 μm (0 – 80 mils)
  • Accuracy: ±(1-3% of reading + 1μm)
  • Probe Type: Integrated, durable probe
  • Display: Backlit LCD for clear viewing in low light
  • Battery: Long-life rechargeable battery

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FAQS EC500A

EC500A - Coating Thickness Gauge - Nuicon

Yes, for maximum accuracy. The process is quick and easy using the included calibration standards.

For best results on heavily profiled surfaces, we recommend our specialized EC770SE model.

The EC500A gauge, calibration foils, zero plate, USB charging cable, and a protective carry case.

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