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The QuaNix®  manufacturers QNix Handy, an Automotive Paint Meter and powerful, pocket-sized Paint Thickness Gauge that measures Coating Thickness on Steel and Aluminum car body panels. QNix Handy features a dual sensor (steel & aluminum ) probe and quick readings on a digital LCD display. No user calibration is required with quick, automatic no button recognition and switch to Non Ferrous metals. Whether you work in auto-remarketing, in collision repair, or as a used car buyer, this cost-effective thickness gage will meet your needs in determining the true value and a condition of a vehicle.

The QuaNix Handy measures Paint Coatings on both Ferrous and Non-Ferrous metals (Aluminum and Steel). This extremely compact, lightweight and easy to use Handy Coating Thickness Gauge is most commonly used by automotive industry professionals, used car buyers at auto auctions and it is a much less expensive alternative to popular Elcometer 311 Highline paint meter. Within seconds you know if a car has been previously repainted or had any other type of body work done. The QNix Paint Thickness Gauge is also used by these industries: Paint Manufacturers, Container Manufacturers, Machine/Tool Shops, Electrical, Gas and Water Suppliers, etc.

Most car dealers at auto auctions and other auto professionals choose the QNix Handy thickness gauge. It measures on steel and aluminum up to 20 mils and since for most car manufacturer's original factory thickness of paint coating is between 4 and 6 mils thick, QNix Paint Gauge is a must-have instrument for automotive dealers working with a preowned vehicles.

QuaNix Handy Paint Thickness Meter is the only recommended measurement device listed in the workshop manual for Daimler Chrysler AG and is also used by Volkswagen and Audi.
The QuaNix Paint Gauge is also used in specialized manufacturing and inspection applications. QNix Paint Meter is available in two versions: Imperial Version (Displays all measurements in Mils) and Metric Version (Displays all measurements in Microns). Also available QuaNix 4200 & QuaNix 4500 Coating Thickness Gauges for even more precise measurements of dry coating thickness.
 

IDEAL TOOL FOR...

* Automotive Dealers
* Automotive Refinishers
* Resellers
* Body Shops
* Car Auction Buyers
* Car Dealerships & Auto Inspectors and more...

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

* Fe-Probe: Measurement on Steel and Iron
* NFe-Probe: Measurements on Aluminum
* Measurement Range: 0.0 to 20 mils (0 - 500 microns)
* Resolution: 0.5 mil (10 microns)
* Accuracy: ± (0.5 mil + 5%*) (*) of reading
* Minimum Area: 20 x 20 mm2 (0.8" x 0.8")
* Minimum Curvature: convex - Fe 15 mm (0.6") / Al 150 mm (2")
* Minimum Curvature: concave - Fe 30 mm (1.2") / (Al 150 mm (2")
* Storage Temperature: -10°C to 60°C (14°F to 140° F)
* Operating Temperature: 0° C to 60° C (32° F to 140° F)
* Power Supply: Battery: 2 x 1.5V AAA Alkaline
* Dimensions: 80 mm x 56 mm (3.1" x 2.2" x 1.4")
* Weight: 75g (2.7 oz) Including batteries
 

GAUGE COMES COMPLETE WITH:

* Built-in Fe / NFe probes.
* Soft pouch case with a belt clip.
* 2 Alkaline AAA batteries 1.5V.
* Instruction manual.
* Calibration Test Certificate.
* 3 Year Manufacturer's Warranty.
 

SHIPPING & AVAILABILITY:

In stock, usually ships within 24 hours.
FREE GROUND SHIPPING on all orders to any destination within the continental United States.
WORLDWIDE EXPRESS SHIPPING option is available for additional fee at checkout.
All packages shipped insured for the full amount of your purchase price, regardless of the shipping method you selected.


WARRANTY & RETURNS:

This gauge is offered in a brand new condition and covered by our 30 Day Exchange Policy and a 3 Year Manufacturer's Warranty.
Buyer is responsible for all return shipping fees.


QUESTIONS? / NEED HELP?

Please contact our customer support line at: (718) 303-9500 or (877) 363-4243

or email us at: sales@PaintGages.com.