ASSET INTEGRITY MANAGEMENT

(BVF2143)
Title of Experiment : Dry Coating Thickness
Date of Experiment : 5/1/2023
Instructor’s Name :TS DR. Azizul Helmi bin Sufian
Group of Member :4
Name : MUHAMMAD WIDAD ASFA B SHAFIE
ID : VA21031
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1. Abstract 6. Results
2. Methodology flowchart 7. Discussion
3. Data Tabulation 8. Conclusions
4. Graph 9. References
5. Calculations 10. Grammar and Spelling
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FACULTY OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY & PROCESS

UNIVERSITI MALAYSIA PAHANG

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Subject Code : BVF2143 Please keep for student reference.

Title of Experiment: Dry Coating Thickness Date Submitted :

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ABSTRACT

The quality of the paint used in the surface coating process is important, but so is the method of
application. In order to ensure that paint film consistency meets the required level and to control
paint film porosity, each effective paint system has to have precise film thickness. A clear
requirement for reducing production costs, meeting requirements, keeping a sufficient level of
product quality, and ensuring the product is accurate from the start is measuring coating thickness.
In quality control, quick, precise measurement saves time, labour, reject costs, and scrap materials.
The effective application of an Elcometer for measuring dry coating thickness as well as the
various paint and metal thicknesses that have been measured at the Heat Exchanger are covered
in this paper. Three locations were measured, and each point had to be measured three times
before the value was averaged. Spot 1 has a thickness of 2.32, spot 2 has a thickness of 1.86, and
spot 3 has a thickness of 1.81,spot 4 1.21 and spot 5 is 2.50. Before producing a measurement,
the Elcometer's instrument must be calibrated using their calibration technique. Furthermore, it is
critical to verify that the surface being tested is dry to avoid false readings and the material to be
measured shall be iron. Finally, based on the Heat Exchanger measurements, spot 5 has the
maximum thickness between the spots that have already been measured, while spot 4 has the
lowest thickness.
LITERATURE REVIEW

Dry film thickness (DFT) may be measured in two ways: destructively, where the coating is cut to
the substrate using a cutter, and non-destructively, utilising techniques that do not damage the
coating or the substrate, such as magnetic, magnetic induction, and eddy current thickness
measuring methods. Non-destructive coating thickness measurements may be performed on
magnetic steel surfaces as well as non-magnetic metal surfaces such as stainless steel or
aluminium. Digital coating thickness gauges are perfect for measuring the thickness of coatings on
metallic surfaces. Non-magnetic coatings on ferrous substrates such as steel are applied via
electromagnetic induction, whereas non-conductive coatings on non-ferrous metal substrates are
applied using the eddy current concept.

Digital coating thickness gauges

The Elcometer digital coating thickness gauges were created specifically to measure
coating thickness on virtually any magnetic or non-ferrous substrate with the higher
precision, dependability, and consistency. The next-generation Elcometer 456, which has
built-in or separate probes, as well as the Elcometer 415 Industrial Paint & Powder
Thickness Gauge and the Elcometer 311 Automotive Paint Meter are just a few examples
of Elcometer's digital coating thickness gauges.

Mechanical coating thickness gauges

Mechanical coating thickness gauges from Elcometer provide inexpensive dry film
thickness measurement. When using an electronic instrument might result in an explosion,
in high-temperature or flammable atmospheres, underwater, or in other high-risk situations,
mechanical coating thickness gauges are the best choice. Elcometer offers a variety of
coating thickness gauges, from the most simple Elcometer 101, which delivers quick and
accurate readings, to the more precise Elcometer 211, sometimes known as the "banana
gauge," which is suitable for cold and underwater surfaces.

OBJECTIVES

 To get knowledge how to use Elcometer

 To identify the the corrosion
 To inspect the coating of the parts
METHODOLOGY

Calibration of Elcometer 456

Type of calibration Description

Zero calibration Simply set the probe on the uncoated substrate and the gauge will
automatically calibrate, making it suitable for flat surfaces.

Smooth calibration The user picks a suitable calibration foil and a smooth, uncoated
substrate for a two-point calibration.

Rough or 2 Point The use of two foils of known thickness, one above and one below
calibration the required dry film thickness, is the ideal calibrating technique for
rough or profiled surfaces.

Zero Offset calibration A calibration approach is used when the substrate roughness is
unknown or not accessible. An offset value specified by the user is
applied to the measurement reading.
PROCEDURE

START

Preparation of materials
and equipment

Calibrate the Elcometer

Clean the surface and

make sure dry

Test and measure the Measure the next

surface area 5 times spot

Record data

Analysis data

Make a report

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RESULT & DISCUSSION/QUESTIONS

Area Spot 1 Spot 2 Spot 3 Spot 4 Spot 5

Reading 1 2.54 1.81 1.90 1.09 2.56

Reading 2 2.21 1.88 1.84 1.25 2.51

Reading 3 2.23 1.89 1.71 1.29 2.45

Average 2.32 1.86 1.81 1.21 2.50

Table 1: Thickness measurement result

DISCUSSION

1. One of the most important measurement in the coatings industry is dry film thickness. It
provides important details on the product's expected lifespan, suitability for use, and
conformity with International Standards.
2. Based on the experiment, we use elcometer 456 instrument to do dry coating thickness on
heat exchanger surface at selected spot.
3. As we can see the measurement result show that the layer thickness measurement of heat
exchanger has different types.
4. We got the new knowledge how to set up and use the elcometer
CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION

Finally, after finishing this task, you will understand how to use the Elcometer properly. It's also
important to keep in mind that calibration is the process by which the manufacturer of layer
thickness measurement equipment ensures that the device fulfills the necessary accuracy
requirements. The use of a layer thickness gauge calibrated at a known thickness value and
assessed at a medium thickness value is often required for this method. Checking the accuracy of
specialised gauges requires detective coating thickness criteria. The discrepancy between the
reading value and the standard value is the error. The best way to express this is as a percentage
of total reading time. It is advised to switch the instrument off and on again if it has a problem or
error, such as an overly big figure on the display. If the issue continues, speak with the Elcometer
manufacturer. Otherwise, make an effort to isolate the instrument from electro-magnetic
interference if it gives an unstable reading. If the issue continues, contact with the Elcometer
manufacturer.
REFERENCES

1. What is a coating thickness gauge? Elcometer. (n.d.). Retrieved January 22, 2023, from
https://www.elcometer.com/en/coating-thickness-gauge
2. FTKKP Laboratory, University Malaysia Pahang.
3. ASTM D7091, Standard Practice for Nondestructive Measurement of Dry Film Thickness
of Nonmagnetic Coating Applied to Ferrous Metal and Nonmagnetic, Nonconductive
Coatings Applied to Non-Ferrous Metals
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