Avoid car scams! Elcometer 311 reveals hidden body rework

How to inspect a used car for purchase and avoid getting an accidented vehicle?

By measuring the paint thickness, Elcometer 311 identifies hidden rework, not often found in public or commercial condition reports. Quickly assess impact damage, respray, and re-filled body panels and avoid horror stories like this one. There are some basic rules on how to inspect cars for hidden damage, but they are not a match for an in-depth analysis provided by Elcometer 311.

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Inspection for car accident damage with Elcometer 311

8 important qualities in a car paint inspection device (that Elcometer 311 offers)

1. Instantly switches between steel & aluminum panels without interruption; ideal for the luxury car market
2. Fast reading rate 60+ readings per minute; reducing inspection times
3. Pre-calibrated for immediate use; just add batteries and start measuring
4. Large, easy to read color display; for measuring at any angle
5. Automatic screen brightness: read the display even in bright sunlight
6. Robust, water-resistant design with built-in temperature compensation; ensures accuracy in all weather conditions, from the North Pole to the Sahara, from the rainforest to your back
7. Everything you need to take measurements straight from the box; including a protective carry case that easily clips onto your belt
8. Bluetooth® data output seamlessly connects to any PC, Android™ or Apple® mobile device for instant report generation

Assessing the overall condition of the paintwork

Unlike other gauges, the new Elcometer 311 displays the key statistical values used to assess the overall condition of the paintwork – such as the number of readings, average coating thickness, and the lowest paint thickness, etc., it also has the unique Elcometer Index Value.

The Elcometer Index Value provides inspectors with a single number that illustrates the vehicle’s overall paint condition and establishes if any previous paintwork has been undertaken. This quantifiable number determines the extent of any rework & the overall quality of the vehicle. The higher the Elcometer Index Value the more severe the previous paintwork condition.

Complies with: ISO 2808, ISO 2808-7C, ISO 2808-7D, ISO 2808-12A, ISO 2808-11B, ASTM E376, JIS K 5600-1-7, AS/NZS 1580.108.1

And if you are working with your own inspection app, the new Elcometer 311 has Bluetooth® – allowing all the measurements to seamlessly pass to your Android™ or Apple® mobile device in real-time.

 

Elcometer 311 paint thickness gauge for cars – characteristics

	Model B	Model B	Model T
Part Number	A311CFBI	A311CFNFBI	A311CFNFTI
Calibration Test Certificate	●	●	●
Built-in probe type	Steel	Steel & Aluminium	Steel & Aluminum
Fast accurate reading rate;60+ readings per minute	■	■	■
On-screen statistics Number of readings, n Average (mean), x Lowest reading, Lo Elcometer Index Value (EIV)			■
Wireless Data output via Bluetooth ® or USB			■
Zero Calibration	■	■	■
Measurement Range	0-500μm 0-20mils	0-500μm 0-20mils	0-500μm 0-20mils
Accuracy (whichever is greater)	±5% or ±20µm (1.0mil)	±5% or ±20µm (1.0mil)	±5% or ±20µm (1.0mil)
Operating Temperature	-10 to 50° C14 to 122°F	-10 to 50°C 14 to 122°F	-10 to 50°C 14 to 122°F
Relative Humidity (RH)	0 to 95%	0 to 95%	0 to 95%
Power Supply2 x AA Batteries or via USB(rechargeable batteries can also be used)	■	■	■
Gauge Dimensions	14.1 x 7.30 x 3.70cm 5.55 x 2.87 x 1.46”	14.1 x 7.30 x 3.70cm 5.55 x 2.87 x 1.46”	14.1 x 7.30 x 3.70cm 5.55 x 2.87 x 1.46”
Gauge Weight (including batteries)	156g 5.5oz	156g 5.5oz	156g 5.5oz
Packing List	Elcometer 311 gauge, 2 x AA batteries, steel & aluminum check pieces*, calibration check foil, wrist strap, impact-resistant carry case, calibration test certificate, operating instructions,

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How to take a reading with Elcometer 311:

1. Whilst holding the gauge perpendicular, gently place the probe onto the surface.
• The reading may be inaccurate if the probe is not held flat against the surface.
2. The coating thickness is shown on the display.
•  ‘>500µm’ (‘>20mils’) indicates a reading outside the gauge range.
3. For subsequent readings, lift the probe off and then replace it on to the coated surface.

The Elcometer 311 Model T calculates and displays statistical values as each reading is taken, see Section 6 ‘Statistics’ on page 6 for details.

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