Elcometer 456 Coating Thickness Gauge
Elcometer 4563Coating Thickness GaugeTop ModelsOperating InstructionsEnglishOp 456 3 English.book Page -1 Tuesday, February 16, 2010 3:08 PM
Op 456 3 English.book Page 0 Tuesday, February 16, 2010 3:08 PMEnglishR3These instructions apply to the following Elcometer 456 models:Ferrous (F), Non-Ferrous (NF) and Dual Ferrous/Non-Ferrous (FNF)Equipment described in these instructions is covered by the following Patents:FNF UK Patent No: GB2306009BFNF US Patent No: 5886522F1 2 UK Patent No: 2367135BF1 2 US Patent No. US 6,762,603F1 2 German Patent PendingBluetooth SIG QDID B014393.is a registered trademark of Elcometer Limited.ElcoShip and ElcoMaster are registeredtrademarks of Elcometer Limited. and Bluetooth are trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc and licensed to Elcometer Limited.All other trademarks acknowledged. Copyright Elcometer Ltd. 2004-2010.All rights reserved. No part of this Document may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored (in a retrievalsystem or otherwise) or translated into any language, in any form or by any means (electronic, mechanical,magnetic, optical, manual or otherwise) without the prior written permission of Elcometer Limited.A copy of this Instruction Manual is available for download on our Website via www.elcometer.com.Doc.No. TMA-0424 Issue 07Text with Cover No: 20243
Op 456 3 English.book Page 1 Tuesday, February 16, 2010 3:08 PMR3The following table associates the relevant 456 model number with its Japanese Mutal Recognition Agreement Lawidentifiers.A456FTI1A456FTI12A456FTI3A456NTI1R 205 WW 2009029R 205 WW 2009030R 205 WW 2009031R 205 WW 2009032A456FNFTI1A456FTSA456NTSA456FNFTSR 205 WW 2009033R 205 WW 2009036R 205 WW 2009039R 205 WW 2009042This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this devicemay not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference thatmay cause undesired operation.NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in aresidential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed andused in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is noguarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference toradio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to tryto correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.Modifications not expressly approved by Elcometer Limited could void the user's authority to operate the equipment underFCC rules.This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.1
Op 456 3 English.book Page 2 Tuesday, February 16, 2010 3:08 PMRCONTENTSSectionPage11.11.21.31.41.5About your gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .What this box contains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Conventions in these instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Quick-start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56677722.12.22.32.42.52.62.72.82.9Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Fitting the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Battery condition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Fitting probes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9The controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Switching the gauge on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Switching the gauge off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11The screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Selecting a language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Taking a reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133.1 Before you start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133.2 Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Op 456 3 English.book Page 3 Tuesday, February 16, 2010 3:08 PMR44.14.24.34.4The reading screen and menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Reading screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Main MENU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Main MENU - Extended menu off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Main MENU - Extended menu on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141415161955.15.25.35.4Calibration adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Calibration method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Preset calibration methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Calibration foils and standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Calibration adjustment procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .242526262766.16.26.36.46.56.6Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Enlarge stats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Stats on LCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Clear stats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Select stats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Set NDFT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3233333333343677.17.27.37.47.5Batching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Exit batching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Open new batch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Open existing batch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Review batches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Set limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3637374142423
Op 456 3 English.book Page 4 Tuesday, February 16, 2010 3:08 PMR7.6 Free memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4388.18.28.3Transferring readings to a computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Transferring Using a Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Transferring Using a Bluetooth connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Transferring PSPC readings data to ElcoMaster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .444444469Probes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4610 Personalised welcome screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4911 Storage and transit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4912 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4913 Statistics terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5114 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5215 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5316 Related equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5617 Fitting the wrist harness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5618 Probe measurement performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5719 Probe capabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5820 Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6521 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 674
Op 456 3 English.book Page 5 Tuesday, February 16, 2010 3:08 PMRThank you for your purchase of this Elcometer 4563Coating Thickness Gauge. Welcome to Elcometer.Elcometer are world leaders in the design,manufacture and supply of coatings inspectionequipment. Our products cover all aspects ofcoating inspection, from development throughapplication to post application inspection.The Elcometer 4563 Coating Thickness Gauge is aworld beating product. With the purchase of thisgauge you now have access to the worldwideservice and support network of Elcometer. om.The gauge is available inthree versions; Basic,Standard and Top. Thismanual describes theoperationoftheElcometer 4563 Top.All versions of the gaugefeature an easy-to-usemenu driven graphicalinterface which guides theuser through tasks suchas gauge configurationandcalibrationadjustment.RFigure 1.Elcometer 4563Coating ThicknessGauge1 ABOUT YOUR GAUGEThe Elcometer 4563 Coating Thickness Gauge is ahandheld gauge for fast and accuratemeasurement of the thickness of coatings on metalsubstrates.The gauge is available either with a built-in integralprobe or as a separate probe version. A wide rangeof probes is available to suit requirements - seepage 46. Separate probes may be standard,miniature or Plug in Integral Probes (PINIP ), andmust be ordered separately.5
Op 456 3 English.book Page 6 Tuesday, February 16, 2010 3:08 PMR1.1 FEATURES A range of smooth and rough surfacecalibration adjustments. Menu driven backlit graphical user interface. Interchangeable probes (separate versionsonly). Statistics. Monitoring of readings to NDFT in accordancewith 90/10 rule. Bluetooth interface. RS232 interface. High/low limits. Memory of up to 50 000 readings in up to 999batches. Clock/alarm. Date and time stamping.1.2 STANDARDSThe Elcometer 4563 can be used in accordance withthe following National and International Standards:FERROUS (F)ASTM B 499, ASTM D 1186-B, ASTM G 12,BS 3900(C5), BS 5411 (11), DIN 50981,IMO MSC.215 (82/84), ISO 1461, ISO 2063,ISO 2808-7C, ISO 2808-12, ISO 19840,NF T30-124, SSPC-PA2 (2004)NON-FERROUS (NF)ASTM D 1400, BS 3900 (C5), BS 5411 (3),BS 5599, DIN 50984, ISO 2360,ISO 2808-7D, ISO 2808-12FERROUS AND NON-FERROUS (FNF)AS 2331.1.4, AS 3894.3-B, AS/NZS 1580.108.1,ASTM D 7091, ASTM E 376, ECCA T1,EN 13523-1, ISO 2808-12, NSTM 631,SMS 6310-081-015, US NAVY NSI 009-32,US NAVY PPI 63101-000For IMO PSPCa the coating thickness should bemeasured and recorded. Your Elcometer 456 canbe used for this.a.6International Marine Organisation, Performance Standard forProtective Coatings
Op 456 3 English.book Page 7 Tuesday, February 16, 2010 3:08 PMR1.3 WHAT THIS BOX CONTAINS Elcometer 4563 Gauge with integral probe, orElcometer 4563 Gauge and separate probe(probe must be ordered separately) Calibration foils Gauge carrying pouch Wrist harness Batteries CD containing data collection software Operating instructions1.4 CONVENTIONS IN THESE INSTRUCTIONSThe Elcometer 4563 is controlled using a simplemenu structure which helps you get the most fromyour gauge - see page 19.1.5 QUICK-STARTTo quickly configure the gauge and start takingreadings:1.2.3.4.5.6.Fit batteries:Fit probeb:Switch on:Select language:Try taking a reading:Adjust calibration:see page 8see page 9see page 10see page 12see page 13see page 24The gauge is now configured and ready to use.To maximise the benefits of your newElcometer 4563, please take some time to readthese Operating Instructions. Do not hesitate tocontact Elcometer or your Elcometer supplier ifyou have any questions.As an example, the LANGUAGES option which is inSETUP from the MAIN MENU would be shown inthese instructions as MENU/SETUP/LANGUAGES.These instructions include images of Elcometer4563 screens with units set to microns (µm). Similarscreens will be seen when the gauge is set to otherunits such as mils or inches.b.Gauges with separate probes only7
Op 456 3 English.book Page 8 Tuesday, February 16, 2010 3:08 PMR2 GETTING STARTED2.1 FITTING THE BATTERIES2.2 BATTERY CONDITION.Symbol Battery condition/action required1. Open battery compartment cover; press downin direction of arrow using thumb nail.100%2. Insert 2 x LR03 (AAA), alkaline dry batteriestaking care to ensure correct battery polarity(2).66% to 100%3. Close battery compartment cover.Rechargeable batteries can be used but they willonly have 25% to 30% of the life of alkalinebatteries.33% to 66%, replacementrecommended.16% to 33%, replacement required. 16%, gauge beeps every 10 secondsand symbol flashes - immediatereplacement required.5 loud beeps, gauge switches offautomatically.Figure 2. Fitting batteries ensure correct battery polarity8
Op 456 3 English.book Page 9 Tuesday, February 16, 2010 3:08 PMR2.3 FITTING PROBESTo release the probe(separate versions only)Grasp knurled section and pullgently away from the gauge. Theconnection will unlock and theprobe will release.To ensure correct transfer of data from theprobe and detection of the new probe, thegauge must be switched off whenseparate probes are fitted.A probe must be calibrated once it has beenfitted - see “Calibration adjustment” on page 24.To fit the probeAlign connector keyway andpush in direction shown. Theconnector locks automatically.Note: The design of the probeconnectorallowssomemovement between the probeand the gauge. This is intentionalanddoesnotaffectmeasurement performance.To fit the PINIP Twist the PINIP until theconnector locates. Takingcare not to cross thethreads, lock the probe byturning the locking ring1½ times clockwise, oruntil tight.9
Op 456 3 English.book Page 10 Tuesday, February 16, 2010 3:08 PMR2.5 SWITCHING THE GAUGE ON2.4 THE CONTROLSThe gauge is operated by 5 keys (3). On/Off key Softkeys: The function of these keys variesand is described by symbols and writing on thebottom line of the screen. : Switches the gauge on or off.LED: Red/green flashes when the gauge isswitched on, green flashes when a reading istaken. Indicates when readings pass or fail the90/10 rule (see page 34). Also indicates whena reading is inside or outside limits (seepage 42).LEDGauges with separateand PINIP probes:Presskeyswitch on gauge.toGauges with integralprobes:Presskey toswitch on gauge, orplace the probe on asurface.R09 : 3009 / 10 / 2000456CALDATASTAT SF1FMENURSoftkeysOn/Off keyFigure 3. Elcometer 4563 control keys10Note: Before switching the gauge on for the firsttime read “Selecting a language” on page 12.
Op 456 3 English.book Page 11 Tuesday, February 16, 2010 3:08 PMRWhen the gauge is switched on a welcomeinformation screen may be displayed briefly (4).2.6 SWITCHING THE GAUGE OFFTo switch off all gaugetypes, press and holdkey for 3 seconds.The gauge will beep,twosingletonesfollowed by a doubletone.3 secondsRThe Elcometer 4563 switches itself off 60 secondsafter the last operation unless the Auto Switch Offtime is changed (MENU/SETUP/AUTO SWITCHOFF). The Auto Switch Off feature can be set to amaximum of 10 minutes or can be deactivated - see“AUTO SWITCH OFF:” on page 23.2.7 THE SCREENFamiliarise yourself with the Elcometer 4563 screen.The screen displays: Welcome information Measurement information Menus to configure the gauge and control functions Help and miscellaneous informationFigure 4. Typical Elcometer 4563 welcomescreenThe screen where measurement values andstatistics are displayed is called the ReadingScreen. The character size of the measurementvalue decreases as additional information is shownon the display (5). To maximise character size,switch off statistics (see Stats on LCD, page 33)and unlock the softkeys (see SOFTKEYSLOCKED:, page 24).Figure 5. Typical Elcometer 4563 readingscreens11
Op 456 3 English.book Page 12 Tuesday, February 16, 2010 3:08 PMR2.8 SELECTING A LANGUAGEAT ANY TIMEThe Elcometer 4563 has over 20 built-in languages.When the gauge is switched on for the first timeafter dispatch from the Elcometer factory thedisplay will show the language selection screen (6).1. Switch gauge off.2. Press and hold left hand softkey.3. Presskey to switch on gauge.The display will show language selectionscreen with current language highlighted bycursor.4. Release left hand softkey.Figure 6. Language selection screenAT FIRST SWITCH ON1. Press Up/Down softkeys to locate languagerequired.2. Press SEL softkey to activate the selectedlanguage.The screen displays an Elcometer 4563welcome screen (4) followed by the readingscreen (5).The gauge operates in the new language untilchanged.12Follow the instructions given above to selectthe language.Alternatively, select MENU/SETUP/LANGUAGES- see “Main MENU - Extended menu on” onpage 19.
Op 456 3 English.book Page 13 Tuesday, February 16, 2010 3:08 PMR2.9 INTERFACESYour gauge is fitted with a Bluetooth interfacewhich makes the creation of personalised‘welcome’ screens and transfer of information toand from a PC quick and easy - see “Transferringreadings to a computer” on page 44.If you do not have a Bluetooth interface on yourPC, you can still connect your gauge to your PC byusing the optional PC connection cable (see 15.10,page 55) and the RS232 5-pin connector on theside of the gauge.RS232 5-pin connector3 TAKING A READING3.1 BEFORE YOU START Are you using the correct type of probe?See “Probes” on page 46. Is the probe calibrated?See “Calibration adjustment” on page 24. Do you require statistics?See “Statistics” on page 32. Do you want to save readings in memory?See “Batching” on page 36. What units of measurement do you want touse?See “UNITS:” on page 22.Figure 7. RS232 interface13
Op 456 3 English.book Page 14 Tuesday, February 16, 2010 3:08 PMR4 THE READING SCREEN AND MENUS3.2 PROCEDURE1. Presskey to switch on gauge.2. Place probe on surface to be measured. Thereading may be inaccurate if the probe isnot held as shown in 8.09 : 3009 / 10 / 2000456DATASTATSF1FMENURCAL4.1 READING SCREENThe content of the reading screen (10, 11) dependsupon the type of measurement being made andhow the gauge is set up.Automatic-switchingprobe symbol(FNF probes only)Battery stateRSubstrateSeparate probeCalibrationMethodIntegral probeFigure 8. Taking a readingUnitsSoftkey functions/symbols3. Reading is displayed on screen (9).Figure 10. Example of reading screen withsmooth surface calibration method selectedFigure 9. Typical reading14CAL: Operates selected calibration adjustmentmethod.MENU: This opens the main MENU of the gaugeand provides access to user-selectable features see page 19.
Op 456 3 English.book Page 15 Tuesday, February 16, 2010 3:08 PMRNote: If CAL softkey symbol is flashing the gaugeshould be recalibrated. This is due to the calibrationadjustment method having been changed or aprobe change - see “Calibration adjustment” onpage 24. Batches cannot be created while the CALsoftkey symbol is flashing.4.2 MAIN MENUGauge configuration and measurement functionsare controlled using menus (12). The structure ofthe menus is shown on page 19.Menu titleMenu contentsSoftkey functionsFigure 12. Typical Elcometer 4563 menuFigure 11. Reading screen in extended modeand showing full set of statistical values.Ifis shown flashing in the top right corner ofyour display, it indicates that your gauge and yourPC have established a Bluetooth connection.When your gauge and PC are connected byBluetooth , you can transfer readings and batchesusing ElcoMaster software - see “Transferringreadings to a computer” on page 44.Some screens allow the status of a feature to bechanged e.g. on to off or select or deselect, etc. Atick box indicates this type of feature. A tickagainst a menu item indicates the function isactivated or selected.SEL softkey selects the option displayed and insome cases toggles the status of a tick box off/on.Up/Down softkeys Ï Ð move the cursor to themenu item required. The menus scroll up/down anda line across the screen indicates the start and endof the menu.15
Op 456 3 English.book Page 16 Tuesday, February 16, 2010 3:08 PMRBACK softkey returns the gauge to a previousscreen. Holding this softkey down will rapidly exitfrom any menu and return to the reading screen.4.3 MAIN MENU - EXTENDED MENU OFFSIMPLE AND EXTENDED MENUSThe Elcometer 4563 Top Gauge has two menustructures: 16Figure 13. Main menu - extended menu offExtended menu off (simple menu mode):The gauge is shipped from the Elcometerfactory with EXTENDED MENU turned off. Inthis simple menu mode the gauge can becalibrated and used to take measurements.This is the ideal setting for users who do notrequire access to advanced features of thegauge.BACKLIGHTExtended menu on (extended menu mode):Additional items are automatically added to theMENU and the STATS softkey and DATAsoftkey are activated. These give access tomore advanced functions such as statistics,batching, calibration method, print/output,setup, etc.CALIBRATION LOCKEDSwitches backlight on and off. Toggle tick box toactivate/deactivate. With BACKLIGHT activatedthe display is illuminated for approximately 5seconds when a reading is taken or a key pressed.Note: The battery life is reduced by about one thirdwhen the backlight is activated.Protects against inadvertent calibration adjustment.Toggle tick box to activate/deactivate. If CALsoftkey is pressed while CALIBRATION LOCKEDis activated the gauge displays CALIBRATIONLOCKED USE MENU TO UNLOCK. The messagedisappears after 3 seconds.
Op 456 3 English.book Page 17 Tuesday, February 16, 2010 3:08 PMREXTENDED MENURESETProvides access to additional features. Toggle tickbox to activate/deactivate. See “Main MENU Extended menu on” on page 19.Selects Factory Calibration or Gauge resets. TheRESET menu option (15) allows one of three gaugeresets to be selected:ABOUTFACTORY CAL: Returns gauge to calibrationsettings created at time of manufacture of theprobe.Provides information on Gauge, Probe, Contactinformation and Help (14):GAUGE INFORMATION: Elcometer 4563 model,software versions, etc.PROBE INFORMATION: Probe type, range, etc.CONTACT: Details of Elcometer offices worldwideand, if programmed, the contact details for theSupplier or Local Distributor.HELP: Explains symbols used on Elcometer 4563display screens.Factory calibration will not necessarily restoreprecise calibration values. The calibration of thegauge should be adjusted before use, or at leastchecked to ensure that it has been previouslyadjusted correctly for the conditions of use.INTL GAUGEc: Resets gauge to Internationaldefault settings e.g. DD/MM/YY date format andmetric units.Figure 14. About menuc.International settings can also be activated at switchon. Press and hold softkey 3 and switch on gauge.17
Op 456 3 English.book Page 18 Tuesday, February 16, 2010 3:08 PMRDUSA GAUGE : Resets gauge to USA defaultsettings e.g. MM/DD/YY date format and imperialunits.Figure 15. Reset menuA confirmation screen will be displayed. Press YESto reset, NO to cancel.d.18USA settings can also be activated at switch on.Press and hold softkey 4 and switch on gauge.
Op 456 3 English.book Page 19 Tuesday, February 16, 2010 3:08 PMR4.4 MAIN MENU - EXTENDED MENU ONTo toggle EXTENDED MENU on/off select MENU/EXTENDED MENU/SEL19
Op 456 3 English.book Page 20 Tuesday, February 16, 2010 3:08 PMRThe following features are added to the MENUwhen EXTENDED MENU is active:PRINT/OUTPUTOutputs data to a printer or to a PC. A single batchof readings, all batches of readings, or the currentstatistical summary can be output via Bluetooth orthe RS232 interface.LAST READINGDeletes last reading either in immediate mode or inbatch mode.Gauge displays ARE YOU SURE? (17).To use this function, first setup using:MENU/SETUP/OUTPUT - see “OUTPUT:” onpage 23.Figure 17. Delete last reading confirmationscreenIf no printers have been setup, PRINT/OUTPUT willdisplay a NOT AVAILABLE message.Press NO softkey to include reading in statisticalsummary or YES softkey to delete reading.DELETEIf there is no reading to delete gauge displays LASTREADING NOT AVAILABLE (18).Deletes last reading only, a single batch of readingsor all batches of readings (16).Figure 16. DELETE screen20Figure 18. Delete last reading not availablescreen
Op 456 3 English.book Page 21 Tuesday, February 16, 2010 3:08 PMRSINGLE BATCHDeletes the batch data.displays NOT AVAILABLE DATA MEMORYEMPTY (20).The gauge displays the current batch or the lastbatch used (19).Figure 20. Memory empty screenFigure 19. SINGLE BATCH screenUse the Right/Left softkeys Í Î to locate thebatch to be deleted. At either end of the list ofbatches the gauge beeps. Press OK when thebatch to be deleted is displayed. Gauge displaysARE YOU SURE? Press NO softkey to leave dataunchanged or YES softkey to delete the batch. Ifthere is no data stored in the memory the gaugeALL BATCHESDeletes all batches.Gauge displays ARE YOU SURE? Press NOsoftkey to leave data unchanged or YES softkey todelete all of the batches.CAL METHODAllows selection of calibration method from list ofoptions - see “Calibration method” on page 25 formore details.SETUPUsed to select, change or activate gauge features:STATISTICS: Activates statistics feature.Display - see “Display” on page 36.Set NDFT - see “Set NDFT” on page 3421
Op 456 3 English.book Page 22 Tuesday, February 16, 2010 3:08 PMRSelect stats - see “Select stats” on page 33.Softkey enabled - switches STATS softkey on/off.DATA: Activates DATA softkey, SHOW DATESTAMP option and selects the DELETEDREADING menu (21).TAG - readings still appear in the batch (with a tagdeleted symbol), but they are not included instatistical calculations.DELETE - readings are permanently deleted.PROBE: Only for dual function prob
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The Elcometer 456 dry film thickness gauge is available in three different models. Each coating thickness gauge provides the user with increasing functionality - from the entry level Elcometer 456 Basic, to the top of the range Elcometer 456 Top. . In order to test the accuracy of a particular gauge it is important to have traceable coating .
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The Elcometer 456 coating thickness gauge is available with a wide range of interchangeable probes; providing greater coating thickness measurement flexibility on metal substrates. Elcometer 456 Separate Coating Thickness Gauge Elcometer 3045 · F A S T · R E P E T A B L E DFT · A C C U R A T E · DU R A B L E Measure Substrates wireless .
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Elcometer 456 IPC Industrial Protective Coating Thickness Gauge en www.elcometer.com R. 1 Gauge Overview 2 Box Contents 3 Using the Gauge 4 Getting Started 5 Taking a Reading . Elcometer 456 Industrial Protective Coating Thickness Gauge Calibration Foils Wrist Harness Protective Case 1 x Screen Protector 2 x AA Batteries USB .
The Elcometer 456 Coating Thickness Gauge is a handheld gauge for fast and accurate measurement of the thickness of coatings on metal substrates. The gauge is available in four models; Model E, B, S and T. This manual describes the operation of all the Elcometer 456 models and indicates, where necessary, which specific model(s) the feature is .
The Elcometer 4563 Coating Thickness Gauge is a handheld gauge for fast and accurate measurement of the thickness of coatings on metal substrates. The gauge is available in three versions; Basic, Standard and Top. This manual describes the operation of the Elcometer 4563 Top. All versions
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