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6000FNDS Series PosiTector® Coating Thickness Gauge for Duplex Coating Systems

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Positector 6000FNDS Coating Thickness Gauge for Duplex Coating Systems
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The PosiTector 6000® FNDS3 includes an Advanced body and regular cabled FNDS probe for measuring the individual thicknesses of both the paint and the zinc layers in a duplex coating system with a single reading.

Duplex coating systems use a combination of two corrosion protection systems – typically paint or powder coating over galvanized steel (hot-dip, electro or zinc spray metallizing). The resultant corrosion protection is superior to either protection system used independently.

In Duplex mode, the PosiTector® 6000 FNDS utilizes both magnetic (ferrous) and eddy current (non-ferrous) principles simultaneously to calculate and display the individual paint and zinc layer thicknesses. The magnetic principle is used to measure the combined paint/zinc thickness over the ferrous substrate, and the eddy current principle is used to measure the paint thickness over the non-ferrous zinc coating. The zinc thickness is calculated by subtracting the paint thickness from the combined paint/zinc thickness measurement.

When disabled, the gage will operate like a conventional combination ferrous/non-ferrous instrument (similar to the PosiTector® 6000 FNS probe). Ideal for measuring non-magnetic coatings over steel and non-conductive coatings over non-ferrous metal substrates.

Features

Positector 6000 Features Easy-To-Use
  • 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 gage body AND probe
Accurate
  • Certificate of Calibration showing traceability to NIST or PTB included (Long Form)
  • 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
Versatile
  • Fully interchangeable probes are compatible with ALL gage bodies
  • 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
  • USB mass storage - stored readings and graphs can be accessed using universal PC/ Mac web browsers or file explorers. No software required
  • Every stored measurement is date and time stamped
  • Software updates via web keep your gage current
  • Connects to PosiTector.net

Feature Comparison Chart

Feature Comparison Chart Basic (1) Memory (3)
Hi Contrast LCD Display
Color

Color
FAST mode - faster measurement speed for quick inspection
SCAN Mode - take continuous readings without lifting the probe -
Hi-Lo limits audibly and visibly alerts when measurements exceed your specified limits
Instantly calculate average, standard deviation, min/max thickness and number of readings while measuring
Reading Storage Capacity 250 in one group 100,000 in up to 1000 groups
SSPC PA2 feature set 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 help, real time graphing, picture prompting and batch notes -
Multiple stored calibration adjustments for measuring on a variety of substrate conditions -
Wireless Technology for data transfer to a PC or optional portable printer -

Probe Specifications

Positector 6000 Cabled Probes Dimensional Drawing - FS, NS, FNS, NAS, FTS, FNDS, FXS XTreme
Probe Model: FNDS
Range: 0 - 60 mils
0 - 1500 µm
Duplex Mode
Minimum Zinc Thickness: 0.5 mil (13 µm)
Paint Layer Accuracy*: ± (0.05 mils + 1%) 0 - 2 mils
± (0.1 mils + 1%) > 2 mils
± (1 µm + 1%) 0 - 50 µm
± (2 µm + 1%) > 50 µm
Zinc Layer Accuracy*: ± (0.1 mils + 1%) 0.5 - 2 mils
± (0.2 mils + 1%) > 2 mils
± (2 µm + 1%) 13 - 50 µm
± (4 µm + 1%) > 50 µm
*Accuracies are stated as a fixed value plus a percentage of the gage's actual reading.

Specifications

Measuring principle:magnetic induction principle (Ferrous)
eddy-current principle (Non-Ferrous)
DisplayBacklit & Reversible LCD
Data OutputUSB - "1" & "3" Models
Bluetooth / WiFi - "3" Models
Surface Temp.Maximum 120 °F / 49 °C
Power3 AAA batteries, Included
Dimensions137 x 61 x 28 mm (5.4" x 2.4" x 1.1")
Weight140 g (4.9 oz.) without batteries
Protection ClassMeets or exceeds IP5X, Solvent, acid, oil, water & dust resistant
Warranty2 Years
Calibration CertificateCertificate of Calibration showing traceability to NIST or PTB included (Long Form)
Min. Concave Radius1 inch (2" OD)
StandardsISO 2178/2360/2808, PrEN ISO 19840, ASTM B499/D1186/D1400/D7091/E376/G12, BS3900-C5, SSPC-PA2 and others
Probe Cable Length3 ft (1 meter)

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6000PRBEXT Telescopic Probe Extender for PosiTector 6000 Coating Thickness Gages
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Telescopic Probe Extender
- Provides up to 124 cm (49") of reach and collapses to 47 cm (18.5") for easy storage
- Articulating probe holder with rubber stabilizing ring provides secure probe contact at odd angles

Complete Kit

Comes complete with Advanced gauge body, FNDS probe, protective rubber holster with belt clip, wrist strap, 3 AAA alkaline batteries, instructions, nylon carrying case with shoulder strap, protective lens shield, Long Form Certificate of Calibration showing traceability to NIST or PTB, USB cable, two (2) year warranty.

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Item Description Price
PosiTector® 6000 FNDS1 Duplex Coating Thickness Gauge with Standard Display, Measures Coatings on Ferrous and NON-Ferrous Metals up to 60 mils / 1500 Microns - FNDS1
$1,355.00
PosiTector® 6000 FNDS3 Duplex Coating Thickness Gauge with Advanced Display, Measures Coatings on Ferrous and NON-Ferrous Metals up to 60 mils / 1500 Microns - FNDS3
$1,805.00
Accessories
PROBE-FNDS-6000
PosiTector® 6000 Ferrous & Non-Ferrous Cabled Probe Only for Duplex Coating Systems (60 mils/1500 microns) PROBE ONLY, Display Sold Separately PRBFNDS
$1,030.00
Bluetooth Printer for PosiTector Series Gauges
$335.00
PAPERBT
10 Rolls of Paper for the Bluetooth Printer (PRINTERBT)
$20.00
USBAC
AC Power Adapter, 100-230V for PosiTector 6000 Display
$45.00
LENSSHIELD
Protective Lens Shields, Pack of 5 for PosiTector® 6000 Display
$10.00
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