Kett Introduces A Thickness Tester for
Non-metallic Substrates and Multi-layer Coatings
March 1, 1998
Contact: Michael Sebring
800-438-5388 Ext. 107
MSebring@kett.com
Kett introduces the LU200, an ultrasonic thickness gauge to provide non-destructive
measurement of coatings on polymer, organic, and thin metallic substrates. Enhancing the
extensive line of Kett coating thickness gauges, the LU200 uses innovative sensor
technology to provide unsurpassed accuracy in a simple-to-use, handheld device.
Different materials absorb and reflect sound waves in unique relationships. Several
samples of known coating thicknesses are tested with the LU200 and the reflectance
measured. The system calculates the relationship between the reflected sound and the
coating thickness and stores the calibration in non-volatile memory. Once calibrated, the
LU200 will provide instant measurement on test samples. Data is displayed on the LCD and
may be stored in memory. Test results may be transmitted to a printer or PC throught the
RS232 connection.
Unlike eddy current and magnetic inductance methods, the LU200 doesn’t require a
metal substrate to measure the coating. Multi-layer polymers, coated glass, ceramics, and
other organics can be readily tested by selecting the appropriate calibration.
For a complete brochure on this exciting new addition to the Kett
Product Line - Download Brochure
"Automobile, electronics, and appliance manufacturers have been unhappy with
current time-consuming, destructive methods," said John Bogart of Kett U.S. "The
LU200 provides customers with the ability to practice statistical process control, where
previously they limited testing due to the cost of the parts destroyed. Product quality
can now be improved while reducing production costs because tolerances are dramatically
reduced.
Over fifty years of research and development have made Kett a worldwide industry
leader in the manufacture of testing equipment. Other products include NIR composition
analyzers, handheld and desktop NIR moisture meters, IR moisture balances, wood, paper and
agricultural meters, coating thickness testers and surface property analyzers.
For More Information Contact:
Kett US
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