Paint Coating Thickness Gauge Meter, Car Painting Depth Gauge for Used Car Buyer, Paint Mil Thickness Meter Gauge Magnet
£84.54 inc. VAT (£70.45 ex. VAT)
- Instantly spots resprays and filler by measuring paint depth on steel panels.
- Magnetic probe works without batteries, ideal for quick used-car inspections.
- Reads coating thickness in mils, helping buyers judge repainting at a glance.
- Pocket-sized gauge slips easily into your glovebox for on-the-spot vehicle checks.
Why Choose PaintCoating
Spot Hidden Repairs Instantly
Never get caught out by a bad repair again. Our digital paint coating thickness gauge is the ultimate companion for viewing used cars. By measuring the exact depth of the paint and clear coat down to the bare metal, this automotive paint thickness gauge instantly reveals if a panel has been resprayed, heavily polished, or filled with body filler after an accident.
Automatic Panel Detection
Unlike basic magnetic models, our advanced meter automatically distinguishes between steel (Fe) and aluminium (NFe) panels. Simply place the probe flush against the car's bodywork, and the digital paint thickness gauge will display a highly accurate reading in microns (μm) or mils within half a second. Factory paint typically measures between 100-150μm-anything significantly higher indicates a previous repair.
Designed for On-the-Go Inspections
We built this car coating thickness gauge with portability in mind. It fits easily into your pocket or glovebox, making it perfect for dealership forecourts, private seller viewings, and auto auctions. With a clear digital display, auto-shutoff feature to preserve battery life, and simple operation, it is the perfect alternative to overly complex and expensive professional units.
Technical Specifications
- 0-2000 μm (0-78.7 mils)
- ±(3% + 1μm)
- 0.1 μm / 0.01 mil
- Fe (Magnetic) & NFe (Eddy Current)
- Zero-point & Multi-point
- 2x AAA 1.5V Batteries (Included)
- 120 × 45 × 23 mm
- UKCA, CE, RoHS
Price Comparison
See how our price compares across UK retailers
| Retailer | Price | Delivery | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|
| PaintCoating UK (Specialist)BEST | £84.54 | FREE | 12 months + UK Support |
| eBay (est.) | £105.68 | Varies | Seller dependent |
| High Street RRP | £135.26 | N/A | Varies |
Prices checked 29 June 2026. Prices may vary.
Customer Reviews
Bought this before viewing a used BMW. The seller claimed it had never been in a crash, but this paint thickness gauge showed the rear quarter panel was nearly 800 microns thick. Walked away and saved myself thousands. Brilliant bit of kit.
As a part-time detailer, I need to know how much clear coat I have to work with. This automotive coating gauge is incredibly accurate and switches between steel and aluminium seamlessly. Highly recommended.
Very easy to use right out of the box. I keep it in my glovebox now whenever I go to car auctions. The readings are instant and it feels very robust.
Great tool and does exactly what it says on the tin. Spotted a resprayed door on a Golf I was looking at. Only giving 4 stars because the screen can be a little hard to read if the sun is glaring directly onto it, but otherwise perfect.
Far better value than the expensive professional brands. I compared the readings of this magnetic paint meter with my mate's £300 gauge, and they were practically identical. Unbeatable for the price.
Works perfectly for checking used cars. You do need to make sure the panel is clean before pressing it down, otherwise you might get a slightly skewed reading from the dirt, but that's standard for any paint depth gauge.
Next day delivery was spot on. Used it on a forecourt yesterday and the dealer was shocked when I pointed out the filler in the wing. Paid for itself on the first use by helping me negotiate the price down.