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Defelsko Positector 6000 Coating Thickness Gauges and Probes

The Positector 6000 series offers the most complete, interchangeable line of products for the coatings inspection industry.

Choose either the Standard Memory Body or the Advanced Memory Body and then add your Positector probes!

The coating thickness gauge is used to measure coating thickness on both ferrous and non-ferrous metals and other substrates depending on the interchangeable probe it is paired with.

Simple

  • Ready to measure — no calibration adjustment required for most applications
  • Enhanced one-handed menu navigation
  • Flashing display — ideal in a noisy environment
  • RESET feature instantly restores factory settings

 Durable

  • Solvent, acid, oil, water and dust resistant – weatherproof
  • Wear-resistant probe tip
  • Shock-absorbing, protective rubber holster with belt clip
  • Two-year warranty on gauge body AND probe

 Accurate

  • Certificate of Calibration showing traceability to NIST or PTB included (Long Form) with all probes
  • Built-in temperature compensation ensures measurement accuracy
  • Hi-RES mode increases displayed resolution for use on applications that require greater precision
  • Conforms to national and international standards including ISO and ASTM such as ASTM D7091

Versatile

  • PosiTector body accepts all PosiTector 6000, 200, DPM,UTG, RTR and SPG probes easily converting from a coating thickness gage to a dew point meter, surface profile gage or wall thickness gage.
  • Multiple Calibration adjustment options including 1 point, 2 point, known thickness, average zero
  • Selectable display languages
  • Hi Contrast backlit display for bright or dark environments
  •  Flip display enables right-side-up viewing
  • Extended cables available (up to 75 m/250 ft) for underwater or remote measuring
  • Uses alkaline or rechargeable batteries (built-in charger)

 Powerful

  • Statistics mode continually displays/updates average, standard deviation, min/max thickness and number of readings while measuring
  • HiLo alarm audibly and visibly alerts when measurements exceed user-specified limits
  • FAST mode – faster measurement speed for quick inspection
  •  USB port for fast, simple connection to a PC and to supply continuous power. USB cable included
  • Software updates via the web keep your gauge current
  • Screen Capture – record and save the image into USB flash memory for record-keeping and review

Positector Software Solutions for viewing, analyzing & reporting data

    • PosiSoft USB Drive – stored readings and graphs can be accessed using universal PC/ Mac web browsers or file explorers. No software required
    • PosiSoft Desktop – desktop software (PC/Mac) for downloading, viewing, printing, and storing measurement data. Available as a free download.
    • PosiSoft.net account – a free web-based application offering secure storage of thickness readings
    • PosiTector App – (Advanced models only) – Mobile app connects PosiTector Advanced instruments to your iOS or Android smart device.
  • Every stored measurement is date and time stamped

Learn how to perform a two-point adjustment on your PosiTector 6000 dry film thickness coating gauge

  • Standard Body Features
  • Advanced Body Features

Standard Body Features

Includes ALL features as shown above plus…
  • Storage of 250 readings per probe—stored readings can be viewed or downloaded

Advanced Body Features

Includes ALL features as shown above plus…
  • Storage of 100,000 readings in up to 1,000 batches and sub-batches
  • Live graphing of measurement data
  • 3 Scan Modes — increase measurement speed to 180+ readings per minute
    • Normal – take continuous readings without lifting the probe
    • Statistics – take continuous readings and record average, standard deviation, min/max thickness and number of readings while scanning
    • Limited Count Average – take continuous readings up to a user-specified count. The gage displays and records the average of the readings.

Additional Features

  • Multiple stored calibration adjustments for measuring on a variety of substrate conditions
  • SSPC-PA 2 feature determines if film thickness over a large area conforms to user-specified min/max levels
  • PSPC 90/10 feature determines if a coating system complies with an IMO performance standard for protective coatings
  • Onscreen Batch Annotation—add notes, change batch names and more with built-in QWERTY keyboard
  • WiFi technology wirelessly synchronizes with PosiSoft.net and downloads software updates
  • Bluetooth 4.0 Technology for data transfer to a mobile device running the PosiTector App or optional portable printer. BLE API available for integration into third-party software
  • Integrate with third-party software, drones, ROVs, PLCs, and robotic devices using several industry-standard communication protocols

F.A.Q.

Is the PosiTector 6000 calibrated at the factory?

PosiTector 6000 instruments arrive fully calibrated and include a Long-Form Certificate of Calibration traceable to NIST or PTB. The Certificate of Calibration documents actual readings taken by your instrument at our calibration laboratory, on standards traceable to a national metrology institute. Beware of ‘Certificates’ or ‘Certificates of Conformance’ offered by competitors. These typically do not include actual instrument readings, and are often insufficient to meet common quality requirements.

Does the PosiTector 6000 need to be ‘calibrated’ or ‘adjusted prior’ prior to use? Do I need to perform a two-point adjustment prior to measuring?

The innovative probe technology and factory calibration in the PosiTector 6000 means that it arrives ready-to-measure — usually there is no need to perform a two-point calibration adjustment. Ruby or alumina probe tips on standard probe models eliminate wear, meaning that the factory calibration is maintained throughout the lifetime of the probe. Whether out of the box or after years of use, PosiTector 6000 will continue to provide accurate results.

For highest confidence and best measurement accuracy, observe our “golden rule” — simply check ZERO (or the known thickness of a shim) on the uncoated part, adjust if necessary, and then measure the coated part. This ensures that the probe is properly adjusted for substrate characteristics including mass, metallurgy, curvature, temperature and roughness.

What can the PosiTector 6000 measure?

PosiTector 6000 probes have different capabilities depending on the model.

  • ‘Ferrous’ model probes (order code beginning in ‘F’ ex. FS1) can measure non-magnetic coatings applied to ferrous (magnetic) metals, typically carbon steel.
  • ‘Non-ferrous’ model probes (order code beginning in ‘N’ ex. NRS3) can measure non-conductive coatings applied to non-ferrous metals.
  • ‘Combination model probes (order code beginning in ‘FN’ ex. FNTS1) can measure non-magnetic coatings applied to ferrous (magnetic) metals, AND non-conductive coatings applied to non-ferrous metals

Is the PosiTector 6000 affected by the surface roughness (profile) of the metal substrate below the coating?

All coating thickness gages are influenced to some degree by substrate roughness, as shown in the below image. It is generally accepted that coating thickness should be measured from the highest ‘peaks’ in the rough surface thus ensuring they are covered by the protective coating. However, coating thickness gages will instead measure the coating thickness from the ‘effective magnetic plane, which is located somewhere between the highest peaks and deepest valleys of the profile.

SSPC-PA 2 proposes several solutions depending upon the instrument type and the particular situation. Similar methods are suggested by ASTM D7091 and ISO 19840.

One option is to verify the gage reads zero on the uncoated steel substrate, and adjust to zero if necessary. This is a popular solution when the metal surface is relatively smooth.

Since it is difficult to ensure that the probe tip is sitting on the highest peaks of the surface profile, another option is to place a plastic shim of a known thickness that is close to the expected thickness of the applied coating between the probe and substrate and adjust to the stated thickness of the shim- referred to as a 1-point adjustment. The plastic shim sits on the peaks of the surface profile over a greater area than the probe tip, ensuring that the adjustment is being taken ‘over the peaks’. This best simulates a coating covering the peaks of the surface profile.

Can the PosiTector 6000 measure coatings on stainless steel?

“Stainless steel” is a term used to generally categorize a wide variety of corrosion and heat-resistant alloys. In specific terms of metallurgy, a “stainless steel” is any iron-based alloy containing a minimum of 10.5% chromium content by mass. Some stainless steel alloys have a relatively low magnetic response (often called “partially/weakly magnetic”). Others have no magnetic response whatsoever, and some possess a ferromagnetic response similar to carbon steel.

The PosiTector 6000 is uniquely able to measure partially magnetic stainless steel alloys, an application that is challenging for many competitive instruments. PosiTector 6000 FN (combination ferrous/non-ferrous) probe models can often measure consistently on partially magnetic substrates with a simple Zero adjustment. For more challenging applications, the “N-Lock” measurement mode permits accurate measurement of non-conductive coatings applied to partially magnetic substrates.

Can the PosiTector 6000 measure coatings on hot surfaces?

The PosiTector 6000 FXS and FHXS Xtreme probes are ideal for measuring coating thickness on hot and/or rough surfaces (250°C, 500°F maximum). All PosiTector 6000 probe are capable of measuring on hot surfaces. Standard probe models can operate at environments up to 50˚C (120˚F). However, if the probe is lifted clear of the surface as soon as a reading is taken and is allowed to cool, measurements can be taken at higher temperatures. Simply ensure that the probe remains at a temperature of less than 50˚C (120˚F), and cool enough to handle with an unprotected hand.

What is the minimum part size required to take a reading?

To ensure a part’s dimensions are suitable for a PosiTector 6000 probe, simply check ZERO on the uncoated part and adjust if necessary. Verify accuracy by measuring a plastic shim placed on the uncoated part. If the measurement is within the combined tolerances of the shim and probe, the probe is suitable for measuring the coated part.

Can the PosiTector 6000 be used underwater?

While the PosiTector gage body and probe connector are not suitable for immersion in water, PosiTector 6000 regular cabled probes are hermetically sealed and ideal for underwater use. Extended cables are available (up to 75 m/250 ft) for underwater or remote measuring.

Is the PosiTector 6000 intrinsically safe?

While the PosiTector 6000 is not designed as an intrinsically safe device, the PosiTest mechanical gages are ideal for measuring coating thickness in hazardous operating environments.

Can the PosiTector 6000 measure nickel on steel?

Yes, but it depends upon the particular type of nickel coating that has been applied to the steel.

  • ‍When nickel plating is deposited by a process of electrolysis (employing an electric current in the nickel bath), the resultant coating – commonly called “e-nickel” – is always conductive and magnetic to some degree and cannot be accurately measured by our gages when applied to ferrous or non-ferrous metals.
  • Electroless nickel coatings are deposited by an autocatalytic process which does not involve the addition of an electric current. If the nickel bath in this process contains a minimum concentration of ~8% phosphorus, the resulting nickel plating is effectively non-magnetic and its thickness can be accurately measured on ferrous steel with a magnetic principle coating thickness gage such as a PosiTector 6000 F model.
Additional information
Brand

Defelsko

Readout Type

Digital (Type 2)

Substrate

Ferrous Metals, Non-Ferrous Metals, All Metals, Wood, Concrete, Non Metallic

Test Method

ASTM D7091

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