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The FSC is a non-destructive measurement device for fast thickness measurement of paint and other electrically insulating layers on substrates such as carbon fiber-reinforced plastics (CFRP), CFRP with metallic lightning protection and metals. This mobile device consists of a sensor and a controller for operating and display purposes. The system operates in a non-destructive manner using microwaves in the ISM band without requiring any coupling medium. The FSC is, among other things, used in the aviation industry and is certified for use by renowned aircraft manufacturers.
Unit of Measure

Specifications

Measuring Range

 N/A 500 µm

Static Resolution

 N/A 1 µm

Display Resolution

 N/A 1 µm0.01 mil

Repeatability

 N/A <2 µm

Linearity

 N/A <±3 µm

Duration of a Single Measurement

 N/A <1 s

Frequency Range (Industrial, Scientific and Medical (ISM) Band)

 N/A 24 to 24.25 GHz

Battery Type

 N/A Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMh) Battery

Battery Supply Voltage

 N/A 6 V4500 mA·h

Approximate Battery Life

 N/A 8 hours

Minimum Coating Target Thickness

 N/A None

Minimum Substrate Target Thickness

 N/A Depending on material and its conductivity, > 1 µm

Minimum Target Diameter

 N/A 20 mm

Target Material (Substrate)

 N/A Electrically conductive and poorly conductive materials such as CFRP, CFRP with lightning protection, metals

Coupling Medium (Transducer Gel)

 N/A Not Required

Approximate Active Measuring Area

 N/A 15 mm

Interfaces

 N/A Universal Serial Bus (USB)

Storage Temperature Range

 N/A 0 to 45 ºC

Operation Temperature Range

 N/A 0 to 40 ºC

Relative Humidity

 N/A 20 to 80 %

Protection Class (DIN-EN 60529) (Controllers)

 N/A Ingress Protection (IP40)

Protection Class (DIN-EN 60529) (Sensors)

 N/A Ingress Protection (IP40)

Control and Display Element

 N/A 3.2" resistive LCD touch display, membrane keypad Dynamic tilt prevention (can be activated, configurable) Statistical functions with recording and data export: Min., Max., counter, mean value and standard deviation

Industry Focus

 N/A Aviation Industry

Scope of Supply

Scope of Supply

 N/A
  • Sensor, sensor cable
  • Controller (control & display module)
    • ?
  • 1 Set of calibration foils
  • 2 Battery packs
  • Charger (AC 100 - 240V, 50 - 60Hz)
  • Shoulder strap for controller
  • Operating instructions
  • Transport case
  • Option: calibration foils with certificate

Characteristics

Characteristics

 N/A
  • Non-destructive measurement of CFRP, CFRP with lightning protection and metals
  • Certified detection of the total thickness according to aviation standards
  • No minimum layer thickness required
  • Precise, fast and easy measurement via push button
  • Residue-free measurement without coupling medium, no spade-/rework

Additional Information

Additional Information

 N/A Qualified layer thickness measurement for aviation
The FSC performs non-destructive measurements of coating thickness and other electrically insulating layers on substrates such as carbon fiber-reinforced plastics (CFRP), CFRP with metallic lightning protection and metals. The substrates can be isotropic or anisotropic and must have a medium or high electrical conductivity. When multi-layer coating is measured, the system directly measures the total thickness.

This high precision instrument measures, among other things, the thickness of aircraft paint. Certified and authorized by renowned aircraft manufacturers, the FSC is used in the aviation industry, e.g., in paint shops and airlines.

The special models of the FSC series impress with
  • High quality
  • Cost efficiency
  • Safety and
  • Long service life
Multi-featured robust controller
The FSC includes a sensor and a controller for operating and display purposes. It operates with microwaves in the ISM band (frequency range 24 to 24.25 GHz). No coupling medium (transducer gel) is required and the measuring point remains unchanged. One measurement takes approx. 1 second.

The plastic films included with known thickness allow for the system to be adjusted to the substrate material on site. The generated data can be applied to the respective substrate type and stored for later use. Export of measurement data for further external processing is possible via a USB port.