The enemy of metallic putty.
OLED screen resistant to extreme cold
Accurately identifies galvanized steel body panels
The 86236 paint film gauge is a professional tool designed for measuring automotive paint thickness. It features the classic capability of automatically distinguishing between steel, aluminum, and plastic substrates. Additionally, the 86236 is equipped with an advanced intelligent detection algorithm that can identify accident repairs involving metallic putty, as well as automatically recognize high-grade galvanized steel bodies with anti-corrosion coatings. With both a high-definition LCD display and an ultra-low temperature OLED screen, the device functions reliably even under intense sunlight or in temperatures as low as –40°C. The dual-screen design ensures clear readings from any angle while inspecting a vehicle.
If a vehicle's body has been repaired using metallic putty, the paint meter will detect it in automatic mode. A buzzer will sound, and a red light will indicate the presence of putty.
With Bluetooth data transmission, the device connects seamlessly to a smartphone app. Measurement data can be used to generate detailed test reports, which can be saved or shared easily.
In automatic mode, the meter can detect galvanized steel bodywork. This helps determine if original factory panels have been replaced. When galvanized steel is identified, the screen displays a green backlight.
The automotive paint meter offers multiple features and powerful performance, quickly identifying steel, aluminum, and non-metal materials on vehicles.
The combination of a high-definition LCD screen and a low-temperature-resistant OLED screen ensures reliable operation in harsh conditions. The LCD remains clear under strong light, while the OLED functions properly at –40°C.
The meter features both front and top displays, allowing users to read measurements comfortably from any angle during full-vehicle inspections.
The device delivers quick results, completing each measurement in just 0.5 seconds.
The wear-resistant ruby probe minimizes inspection errors caused by wear and extends the lifespan of the meter.
Thanks to advanced digital probe technology, data is processed directly at the probe, minimizing interference and ensuring excellent accuracy, consistency, and data stability throughout the measurement process.
Red, green, and white backlights indicate different materials detected:

| Probe Tip | Ruby |
| Measuring Principle | Fe: Hall Effect / NFe: Eddy current |
| Probe Type | Built-in integrated probe |
| Measuring Range | 0.0-5000μm |
| Resolution | 0.1μm/1μm/10μm |
| Accuracy | 0-3000μm: ≤±(3%H+2μm), H is the standard value 3000-5000μm: ≤±(5%H+2μm), H is the standard value |
| Unit | μm / mil |
| Measuring Interval | 0.5S |
| Minimum Measuring Area | Ø = 25mm |
| Minimum Curvature | Convex:5mm / Concave:25mm |
| Minimum Substrate Thickness | Fe:0.2mm / NFe:0.05mm |
| Language | 中文,English,Русский,Türkçe |
| Display | Front: 128×48 dot matrix LCD, top: 128×64 dot matrix OLED |
| Power Supply | 2pcs of 1.5V AAA alkaline battery |
| Range Of Operation Temperature | -40℃-50℃ |
| Storage Temperature Range | -50℃-60℃ |
| Host Size | 100*60*24 mm |
| Weight (with battery) | 80g |
Coating Thickness Gauge APP is compatible with iOS 12.0 and later, as well as Android OS 6.0 and later. Scan the QR code below with Google Play to download and install the Coating Thickness Gauge. apk program. Following installation, the "Coating Thickness Gauge" icon will appear on your phone's desktop, as seen below.

At present, the paint thickness of different brands of cars on the market is not the same. Therefore, when measuring the paint film thickness of a certain car, you can first measure the paint thickness on the car roof, because car roof is rarely affected by external forces and scratches, dents or deformation, it is more likely to retain the original paint thickness.
To test the specific position of the car, you can take the upper, lower, left, right, and middle five points to test and calculate the average value of the five data. If the value of one point is greater than the average value of more than 30μm, this position may have been repainted.
When the body material of the car under test changes; the instrument has not been used for a long time; when the ambient temperature changed significantly; after the battery is replaced; when it cannot recognize ferrous putty or iron galvanized care body.
Yes, but there is a minimum order quantity.
The minimum order quantity for customized LOGO: 100pcs; the minimum order quantity for customized instrument shell: 500pcs.
