Parts & Accessories Car inspection services Hershma HE-800 Paint Thickness Gauge The Hershma HE-800 is a professional device for accurately measuring the thickness of paint and protective coatings on metal surfaces. The device uses advanced measurement technologies based on Hall Effect and Eddy Current, allowing it to measure paint thickness on ferrous metals like iron and steel, as well as on non-ferrous metals like aluminum and copper. The device automatically recognizes the type of metal and selects the appropriate measurement method without the need for any manual settings, making the measurement process quick and easy. This type of device is widely used in car paint inspection, detecting repainted cars, bodywork and painting jobs, and monitoring paint quality in factories. It is also used to inspect protective coatings on metal structures and various industrial parts. The HE-800 features a backlit LCD screen that clearly displays measurements even in low-light environments, in addition to showing important information such as the measurement value, metal type (Fe or NFe), measurement limits, and battery status. The compact and lightweight design allows for easy one-handed use, making it suitable for field use in workshops or during car inspections. Measurement Method The device relies on two main measurement techniques: Hall Effect Used to measure non-magnetic coatings on magnetic metals such as iron and steel. Example: Measuring car paint thickness on a car body made of iron. Eddy Current Used to measure non-conductive coatings on non-magnetic metals such as aluminum and copper. Example: Measuring paint on aluminum parts or non-magnetic metal structures. The device automatically switches between the two methods depending on the type of metal being measured. Common Uses The Hershma HE-800 is used in many fields, including: Inspecting car paint before purchase Detecting repainted cars Inspecting car bodies in body shops Measuring industrial paint thickness Inspecting protective coatings on metals Quality control in factories and production lines Inspecting paint on aluminum and various metals Technical Specifications Manufacturer: Hershma Model: HE-800 Measurement Range: 0 – 5000 microns Measurement Principle: Hall Effect for ferrous metals Eddy Current for non-ferrous metals Accuracy: ±(3% + 2µm) Units of Measurement: µm / mil Measurement Speed: Approximately 0.5 seconds Probe Type: High-precision integrated probe Display: Backlit digital LCD Power Source: 2 AAA batteries Operating Temperature: 0 to 50 °C Storage Temperature: -20 to 60 °C Design: Compact handheld device suitable for field use Key Features Accurate measurement of paint thickness up to 5000 microns Automatic recognition of metal type Fe / NFe Suitable for inspecting car paint and exterior bodywork High measurement speed in approximately half a second Luminous display for clear reading in all conditions Practical and lightweight design for use in workshops and the field Suitable for car inspection and various fields