Elcometer 121/4 Paint Inspection Gauge (PIG)

Product Description


The Elcometer 121/4 Paint Inspection Gauge (P.I.G) is a hand-held paint gauge that offers a quick, versatile method of coating examination and measurement in a portable, easy-to-use format.

The paint inspection gauge is available in two versions, Standard and Top:
– Standard paint gauges can be used for microscopic coating examination and destructive measurement of coating thickness.
– Top inspection gauges have the same functionality as standard paint gauges and can also be used for cross hatch adhesion testing using optional tools.

Features of the Elcometer 121/4 Paint Inspection Gauge (PIG)

• Compact and convenient, ideal for paint thickness measurement in confined areas
• Made of anodised aluminium for durability
• Built-in 50x micropscope with rotatable graticule scale
• Bright white LED light source for clear vision through the microscope
• The standard paint inspection gauge holds a single cutting tool with built-in storage for 3 cutting tools
• The top model paint gauge cutting tools are mounted on a rotary tool holder within the body of the gauge, allowing rapid change from one test to the next
• The top model tool holder accommodates three cutting tools plus an optional cross hatch cutting tool

Assessing you results using the Elcometer 121/4 Paint Inspection Gauge (P.I.G)

Destructive dry film thickness testPosition the gauge vertically so that the microscope lens is over the cut.Look through the microscope lens and rotate the focus adjuster until the cut is visible clearly.

Elcometer 121/4 Standard & Top Paint Inspection Gauges (PIG) can be used in accordance with:

AS1580.108.2
ASTM D 4138-A
• BS 3900-C5-5B*
DIN 50986
• ISO 2808-5B*
ISO 2808-6B
JIS K 5600-1-7
NF T30-123

Top unit standards as above including:
• AS 1580.408.4
• AS 3894.9
• BS3900-E6*
• EN 13523-6
• ECCA T6*
• ISO 16276-2
• ISO 2409
• NF T30-038*

* Standards not in bold have been superseded but are still recognised in some industries

Specifications

DescriptionElcometer 121/4 Standard P.I.G.Elcometer 121/4 Top P.I.G.Certificate
Part NumberA121—SA121—Tο

Range

2 – 2000µm Accuracy is dependent on tool cut angle, half a division

 
DimensionsStandard: 110 x 75 x 30mm, 369gTop: 110 x 75 x 40mm, 383g 

ο Optional Calibration Certificate available

Packing List

  • Elcometer 121/4
  • Cutters 1, 4 and 6
  • x50 microscope
  • 4 x AG3 batteries for lamp (fitted)
  • Hexagonal wrench
  • Black Marker Pen
  • Wrist Strap
  • Carry Case
  • Operating Instructions

Data Sheet

Standards

Elcometer 121/4 Standard & Top Paint Inspection Gauges (PIG) can be used in accordance with:

AS1580.108.2
ASTM D 4138-A
• BS 3900-C5-5B*
DIN 50986
• ISO 2808-5B*
ISO 2808-6B
JIS K 5600-1-7
NF T30-123

Top unit standards as above including:
AS 1580.408.4
AS 3894.9
• BS3900-E6*
EN 13523-6
• ECCA T6*
ISO 16276-2
ISO 2409
• NF T30-038*

* Standards not in bold have been superseded but are still recognised in some industries

Accessories

Part NumberDescriptionAngleMeasurement RangeGraticule Scale FactorCertificate
T99915761-1Tungsten Carbide Cutter No 145°20 – 2000µm20µmο
T99915761-4Tungsten Carbide Cutter No 426.6°10 – 1000µm10µmο
T99915761-6Tungsten Carbide Cutter No 65.7°2 – 200µm2µmο
      
Part NumberDescription Coating ThicknessStandardCertificate
T99913700-1X-Hatch Cutter, 6 teeth x 1mm 0 – 60µmISOο
T99913700-2X-Hatch Cutter, 11 teeth x 1mm 0 – 50µmASTMο
T99913700-3X-Hatch Cutter, 11 teeth x 1.5mm 0 – 60µmο
T99913700-4X-Hatch Cutter, 6 teeth x 2mm 50 – 125µmASTMο
T99913700-4X-Hatch Cutter, 6 teeth x 2mm 0 – 60µmISOο
T99913700-4X-Hatch Cutter, 6 teeth x 2mm 61 – 120µmISOο
T99913700-5X-Hatch Cutter, 6 teeth x 3mm 121 – 250µmISOο
K0001539M001Adhesion Tape (1 roll)  ASTM 
T9998894-Adhesion Tape (2 rolls)  ASTM 
T9999358-1Adhesion Tape (1 roll)  ISO 
T9999358-2Adhesion Tape (2 rolls)  ISO 

ο Optional Calibration Certificate available


Instruction Manual