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Surface Profile
The proper and effective preparation of a surface prior to coating is essential. Making sure that the correct
roughness – or profile – has been generated is essential.
If the profile is too low, the adhesion of the coating to the surface will be reduced. Too high and there is the
danger that the profile peaks will remain uncoated – allowing rust spots to occur.

Elcometer 123 Surface Profile Gauge

This is an easy to use gauge that measures the peak-to-valley height of a blast
cleaned surface.
The average of a series of measurements provides an indication of the surface
roughness and allows the surfaces to be compared as blasting proceeds.
• Simple and low cost
• Metric and Imperial versions
Can be used in accordance with:
ASTM D 4417-B SABS 772

Elcometer 223 Digital Surface Profile Gauge

The Elcometer 223 is a battery operated Digital Surface Profile Gauge which
measures the peak-to-valley height of a surface in a similar way to the Elcometer 123
analogue equivalent, but with the added benefit of a direct RS232 output.
• RS232 output - for direct transfer of readings to a PC, datalogger, printer etc -
providing a permanent record of your test results – no memory in gauge
• Metric and Imperial switchable
• Increased resolution
Can be used in accordance with:
ASTM D 4417-B SABS 772

Elcometer 123 Elcometer 223

0 - 1000µm 0 - 1000µm
Range
0 - 40mils 0 - 40mils
2µm 1µm
Scale Resolution
0.1mils 0.1mils
105 x 55 x 25mm 105 x 55 x 25mm
Dimensions (nominal)
4.1 x 2.2 x 1” 4.1 x 2.2 x 1”
235g 365g
Weight
8oz 9oz
Power Not Required 3V Lithium CR2032 Battery
Part Number Metric Imperial E223----2
E123A--M- E123A--E- Elcometer 223 units are switchable
Accessories - Miniprinter including printer lead X2239964B
- Printer lead T22312213

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Elcometer 101 Scale 45 Roughness Gauge

Whereas comparators allow the estimation of surface roughness by both touch and sight,
the Elcometer 101 estimates the roughness of iron and steel surfaces.
Its scale indicates the suitability of the surface for paints, metal coatings and hard metal
coatings.
• No batteries required
• Simple and easy to use

Scale (Divisions: 0-10) Blue Band: Indicates surface is generally accepted as suitable for painting
Yellow Band: Indicates the surface is suitable for sprayed metal coatings
Red Band: Indicates the surface is suitable for hard sprayed metal coatings
Dimensions 90 x 5 x 25mm (3.5 x 2 x 1”) Weight 185g (6oz)
Part Number A101A-45A

Elcometer 122 Testex Replica Tape

Whereas comparators allow the estimation of surface roughness by both touch and sight,
the Elcometer 122 Testex Tape allows the user to measure the peak-to-valley height of the
profile and record it.
Elcometer 122 Testex Tape consists of foam with a non-compressible backing. The foam
side is rubbed into the surface providing a permanent mould of the profile.
The Elcometer 124 Thickness Gauge is then used to measure the peak-to-valley
height of the profile formed in Elcometer 122 Testex Tape.
The Testex Tape range is available in four profile ranges. It is important that the tape grade
chosen is reflective of the profile under measurement.
Can be used in accordance with:
ASTM D 4417-C ISO DIS 8503-3

Dimensions 19 x 54mm (0.75 x 2.13”) test area Number of Tests 50 per roll
Elcometer 122 Coarse Elcometer 122 X-Coarse Elcometer 122 X-Coarse Plus Elcometer 122 Paint Grade
Range Metric 20-50µm 38-114µm Profiles alone 114µm 33-84µm
Imperial 0.8-2.0mils 1.5-4.5mils Profiles alone 4.5mils 1.3-3.3mils
Part Number E122----B E122----C E122----F E122----D

Elcometer 124 Thickness Gauge

The Elcometer 124 Thickness Gauge issued to measure the peak-to-valley height of a
surface profile formed in the Elcometer 122 Testex Tape.
• Available in both metric and imperial versions
• Low cost, quick and easy to use

Can be used in accordance with:

ASTM D 4417-C NACE RP 0287-95

Range Metric: 0-5mm (Imperial: 0.2”) Scale resolution 2µm (0.1mils)

Dimensions 120 x 95 x 25mm (4.6 x 3.6 x 1.0”) Weight 260g (9oz)
Part Number Metric: E124---3M Imperial: E124---3E

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Elcometer 125 Surface Comparator

Comparators allow the estimation of surface roughness by both touch and sight.
• Available in both grit and shot
• Metric units only

Can be used in accordance with:

ASTM D 4417 Method A ISO 8503-1
ISO 8503-2

Grit Shot
Section Profiles 25, 60, 100, 150µm 25, 40, 70, 100µm
Part Number E125----1 E125----2

Elcometer 129 Rubert & Rugotest Surface Comparators

Comparators allow the estimation of surface roughness by both touch and sight.
The Elcometer 129 Rubert Comparators are available in two models:
• The Elcometer 129 Rubert - available in grit and shot versions
• The Elcometer 129 Rugotest - includes the shot and grit profiles on the
same block
• Available in metric units only
• Roughness is displayed on both Can be used in accordance with:
classes and groups for easier
ASTM D 4417 Method A
identification

Elcometer 129/1 Rubert Grit Elcometer 129/2 Rubert Shot Elcometer 129/3 Rugotest Shot and Grit
N6, N7, N8, N9, N10 and N11
Section Profiles 0.4, 0.8, 1.6, 3.2, 6.3 and 12.5µm 0.4, 0.8, 1.6, 3.2, 6.3 and 12.5µm equivalent to 0.8, 1.6, 3.2, 6.3, 12.5 and 25µm
roughness averages respectively
Part Number E129----1 E129----2 E129----3

Elcometer 127 Keane-Tator Surface Comparator & Magnifier

Comparators allow the estimation of surface roughness by both touch and sight.
• Three versions: sand, shot and grit
• Five different grades of roughness in each comparator
• Designed to be used with the Elcometer 127 illuminated magnifier
• Available in Imperial units only
Can be used in accordance with:
ASTM D 4417 Method A

Profile Disc Sand Grit Shot

Section Profiles 0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4mils 0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4mils 0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4mils
Part Number E127----2 E127----3 E127----4
Surface Profile Disc Holder and x5 Magnifier E127----1

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Elcometer 133 Ships Propeller Roughness Comparators

Comparators allow the estimation of surface roughness by both touch and sight.
The Elcometer 133 Ships Propeller Roughness Comparators have been developed
for the specific profiles related to the condition of ships propellers over the life of
the propeller. Comparators are also supplied with guidance on the report for
Propeller Blades.
Two versions are available, one for above water (dry dock) inspection and another
for inspection work carried out underwater.

Nominal Profiles Surface Comparator Underwater Comparator

Ra 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 30µm 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 30µm
Rs 6, 12, 24, 48, 96, 180µm 6, 12, 24, 48, 96, 180µm
Part Number H133--15A H133--16A

Elcometer 119 Pipe Pit Gauge

The Elcometer 119 Pipe Pit Gauge is a small pocket sized gauge designed to
identify the condition of a pipe.
The gauge is placed horizontally on the surface of the pipe and the stylus is
positioned into the base of the corrosion pit.
The gauge shows the pit depth compared to the nominal pipe wall thickness.

68.3 x 133.3 x 4.8mm

Range 0-500mils Dimensions
(21.06 x 5.25 x 0.18”)
Graduation 1
/ 16” and 10mils Weight 227g (8oz)
Part Number E119-----

Surface Cleanliness
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Coating Thickness
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Elcometer 7060 SURFTEST SJ-201P Roughness Tester

A portable device operating on the inductive principle to measure the roughness
of a wide variety of surfaces.
This instrument consists of a processing unit with a digital display of the current
parameters and a mobile measurement head which is fitted with a retractable
diamond stylus sensor, (5µm/0.2mils radius), and has a working load of 4mN.
The roughness profiles are determined by motorized travel of the sensor over the
surface to be tested.
Each unit is supplied with a roughness reference standard, case, tools and mains
adapter.
Parameters available include:
• A1, A2, mr, Mr1, Mr2, Pc, R3z, Ra, Rk, Rp, Rpk, Rq, Rt, Rvk, Ry, Rz, S, Sm and Vo.

FEATURES
• RS232 output for statistics printer or PC
• Working range: Ra 0.01 to 100µm (0 to 4mils), Ry/Rz 0.02 to 300µm (0 to 12mils)
• Cut-off lengths: 0.25, 0.8, 2.5mm (0.01, 0.03, 0.1”)
• Sampling lengths: 0.25, 0.8, 2.5mm (0.01, 0.03, 0.1") • Number of sampling spans: x1, x3, x5
Model Description Part Number
Elcometer 7060 Elcometer 7060 SURFTEST SJ-201P Roughness Tester K0007060M003

Elcometer 7060/4 SURFTEST SJ-301 Roughness Tester

The new generation, high performance roughness unit, working on the same
principle as the Elcometer 7060 but fitted with a built-in printer and a large LCD
touch panel for numeric/graphic display and settings.
Each unit is supplied with standard sensor and accessories, AC adapter and
roughness specimen.
Parameters available include:
• Ra, Ry, Rz, Rt, Rq, Rv, Sm, S, Pc, R3z, mr, Rpk, Rvk, ó c, Rk, Mr1, Mr2, Lo,
Ppi, R, AR, Rx, A1, A2.

FEATURES
• Analysis graphs: BAC1, BAC 2, ADC
• Working range: Ra 0.01 to 75µm (0 to 3mils), Ry/Rz 0.02 to 300µm (0 to 12mils)
• Cut-off lengths: 0.08, 0.25, 0.8, 2.5, 8mm (0.003, 0.01, 0.03, 0.1, 0.31”)
• Sampling: 1x, 3x, 5x Digital filter and recording magnification
• Statistics: minimum, maximum, standard deviation, pass ratio, frequency distribution
• Adjustable limits
• RS232 output to statistical printer or PC
Part Number
Model Description
UK 240 EUR 220 US 110
Elcometer 7060/4 Elcometer 7060/4 SURFTEST SJ-301 Roughness Tester K0UK7060M002 K0007060M002 K0US7060M002

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