Product Description
TA521A/522A Paint Coating Thickness Meter 0‑2000µm High Accuracy Car Paint Tester for Iron Aluminum Zinc Auto Detection
TA521A/522A Paint Coating Thickness Meter 0‑2000µm High Accuracy Car Paint Tester for Iron Aluminum Zinc Auto Detection1. NOTE
Due to shipping restrictions, batteries are not included in shipments to certain regions. Please prepare the required batteries yourself to ensure normal use of the product.
Thank you for your understanding.
Model:TA521A/TA522A
Power:2 × 1.5V AAA
Measuring range:0~2000μm/0~2mm/0~78mil
Principle:Fe: Magnetic induction / NFe: Eddy current effect
Dimensions:104×57×26mm
Weight:Approx. 70 g (without battery)
Fe/Al/Zn applicable (refers to the base material; the surface coating must be made of non-metallic material).
Due to space limitations, some specifications may not be listed. For specific customization requirements, please contact us.
2. Parameters
Model | TA521A | TA522A |
Measurement principle | Fe: Magnetic induction / NFe: Eddy current effect | |
Measuring range | 0~2000μm/0~2mm/0~78mil | |
Accuracy | ±(3%+1μm)/±(3%+0.001mm)/±(0.117%+0.039mil) | |
Resolution | <100μm(0.1μm),≥100μm(1μm); ≥2m(0.001mm) ; <10mil(0.001mil);10~78mil(0.01mil) | |
Calibration | Zero calibration | |
Unit | μm、mm、mil | |
Iron powder putty range | 0~1000μm | |
Galvanized iron range | 3~500μm | |
Minimum curvature radius of substrate | Convex 5 mm / Concave 25 mm | |
Minimum measuring area | Diameter: 15 mm | |
Minimum substrate thickness | Fe:0.30mm;NFe:0.05mm | |
Maximum measuring speed | 2 times per second | |
Display | 4-digit LCD display (max. 8888), 180° rotatable | |
Overrange display | “OL” | |
Operating environment | -10–50 °C, ≤90% RH, indoor use, altitude <2000 m | |
Storage conditions | -20–60 °C, up to 70% RH (remove battery) | |
Product size | 104×57×26mm | |
Weight | Approx. 70 g (without battery) | |
Power supply | 2 × 1.5V AAA |
3.Features
Dual Metal Compatibility
Measures both ferrous (Fe) and non-ferrous (NFe) surfaces with automatic substrate recognition.
High Accuracy & Wide Range
±(3%+1μm) accuracy, with a measuring range up to 2000μm for professional applications.
VA Color Display with Auto-Rotation
29×29mm vivid VA color screen with 180° flip for easy reading in any orientation.
Self Calibration Mode
Easy zero-point calibration improves accuracy and ensures reliable results.
Three Unit Options
Supports μm, mm, and mil to suit international standards and preferences.
Auto Power-Off
Automatically shuts down after 50 seconds of inactivity to conserve battery life.
4. Applications
Ideal for automotive paint thickness testing, industrial coating inspection, and metal surface treatment quality control.










5. FAQs
Q1: Do I need to switch modes manually when measuring different metals?
No, the device can automatically identify ferrous and non-ferrous substrates, so there's no need to switch modes manually.
Q2: Does it require calibration before each use?
Not necessarily. It features a self-calibration mode and supports zero-point calibration for improved accuracy when needed.
Q3: Is the screen readable under bright light or outdoors?
Yes, the VA color screen provides high contrast and is clearly visible even in bright environments.
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Shipping policy
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Returns
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Condition
Brand New
Shipping
This item is shipped directly from our supplier in China with tracking.