Fischer FMP Series Coating Thickness Measurement Instruments

State-of-the-Art Coating Thickness Measurement

The Fischer proven portable instruments with exchangeable probes allow for non-destructive and highly precise measurements of coatings. Whether for quality control in a manufacturing process or incoming inspection of random samples or complete batches, these user-friendly and flexible instruments will meet your requirements.

Select the appropriate instrument from the FMP family and combine it with one of our high-precision measurement probes.

Special features:

• Fast and non-destructive measurement on steel or iron (F) and non-ferrous metals (NF).
• Automatic probe and base material recognition.
• Large colour display.
• Supports measurements according to IMO PSPC, SSPC-PA2, QUALANOD and QUALICOAT.
• USB interface, Bluetooth or COM interface as option.
• Over 70 various high-precision probes for even the most sophisticated measurement applications.

FMP10, FMP20, FMP30 and FMP40 Instrument Overview

DELTASCOPE® FMP10 and FMP30
For the measurement on ferrous base materials (F), e.g. paint, lacquer, powder coating, chrome, copper, zinc, as well as enamel or plastic coatings on steel and iron.

ISOSCOPE® FMP10 and FMP30
For the measurement of paint, powder coating, lacquer or plastic coatings on non-ferromagnetic metal base materials (NF) or anodic coatings or aluminum and electrically conducting coatings on non-conducting carrier materials.

DUALSCOPE® FMP20 and FMP40
Due to automatic base material recognition and the integration of both measurement methods, these universal instruments are capable of measuring coatings on steel and iron (F) and on non-ferromagnetic metals (NF). Duplex coatings (lacquer/zinc) on steel can be measured simultaneously with the values of the lacquer and zinc coatings displayed individually.

FMP10 and FMP20 Features

The portable FMP10 and FMP20 represent precise measurement technology and are ideal for samples and control measurement. These user-friendly and sturdy instruments can be adapted to all requirements of coating thickness measurement using exchangeable measuring probes. The most significant statistical values are displayed and can be stored together with the calibration in the instrument, ensuring quick and reliable operation.

Instrument features:

• For magnetic induction and eddy current probes.
• Automatic base material and probe recognition.
• Easy-to-use with intuitive menu.
• Large contrast-rich colour display.
• Memory for up to 1,000 readings.
• USB interface.
• Instant measurement upon probe placement.
• Audible signal with measurement acquisition.
• Easy adaptation to the shape of the specimen through a zero-point correction (normalization).
• Easy to perform corrective calibration (verification of accuracy).
• Sliding cover to protect keys against unintentional operation.
• Various language settings.
• Units of measurement can be switched between µm and mils.

Measurement strategies and evaluation:

• Single reading acquisition.
• Measurements with the "free-running display" mode for continuous scanning of surfaces.
• Statistical display of significant values such as mean value, standard deviation, min, max, range.

FMP30 and FMP40 Features

The FMP30 and FMP40 instruments feature additional memory for numerous customer-specific measuring applications as well as extensive graphical and statistical evaluations. Tolerance limits can be entered into the calibratable measuring applications and the production process can be analyzed statistically.

Additional features of the FMP30 and FMP40:

• External key-triggered measurement acquisition, e.g. in hollow cylinders with small diameters.
• Audible and visual warning when tolerance limits are exceeded.
• Option Bluetooth or COM additional available to the default USB interface.

Measurement application memory:

• Application memory for up to 100 measuring applications incl. calibration (adjustment settings).
• Memory for up to 20,000 readings.
• Allocation of readings into up to 4,000 blocks.
• Date and time stamp for blocks.
• Application linking mode: Common normalization/ calibration of measuring applications.
• Validation of the corrective calibration by test measurements on standards.

Measurement strategies and evaluation:

• Stored specifications for measurements according to IMO PSPC, SSPC-PA2, QUALANOD and QUALICOAT.
• Capability to enable matrix measurement mode for correlated multi-point measurements.
• Averaging of measurement data: Only the mean value of several readings will be stored.
• Measurement acquisition through area measurement: Single readings are captured until probe lift-off and averaged.
• Outlier rejection settings for automatic elimination of erroneous measurements.
• Free-running display with additional presentation of the reading as an analog bar between the tolerance limits.
• Statistics display of the most significant values in the block and final results. Output of variance-analytical values.
• Graphical measurement display as a histogram.
• Capability of entering process tolerance limits and computation of the associated process capability indices cp and Cpk.

Versatile Probes Program and Ordering Information

The extensive selection of FISCHER probes is as versatile as the measurement applications of our customers. A probe needs specific properties for each field of application for achieving best results with a high accuracy. Over 70 probes can be connected to the instrument family FMP10 to FMP40. Thus, you can solve even the most sophisticated measurement tasks.

Probe selection based on several criteria:

• Material combination of coating and base material.
• Thickness of coating and base material.
• Dimension of the measurement area.
• Shape of the specimen.
• Surface condition of the measurement area.

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We are happy to consult you on the matter of choosing the right probe for your individual application.

Ordering information

Standard content of instrument shipment

• Instrument
• Short form operator's manual, print version
• Support CD with evaluation and archiving software DataCenter, USB drivers and operator's manual
• Carrying strap FMP
• USB interface cable FMP/PC
• Battery set FMP (Alkaline)
• Carrying case FMP only for FMP30 and FMP40 instruments

Optional accessories

FISCHER Services

Service worldwide

FISCHER has established a tightly-linked global network of service partners with highly qualified staff. Offering fast help, repairing and the availability of leasing and rental units, FISCHER supports you in every respect concerning your instruments and their use.

Calibration and certification

On your request Fischer issues a Quality Inspection Certificate for your probe and instrument according to DIN 55350-18. A broad assortment of calibration foils is available from FISCHER. On your request FISCHER issues a Factory Certificate for your calibration foil.

Application laboratories

More and more, demanding applications require highly qualified application advice. FISCHER addresses this need with its application laboratories located around the world (Germany, Switzerland, China, USA, India, Japan and Singapore).

User on-site training

With our training program we make your employees fit on-site for your measuring task. Our trainer takes account of your individual requirements and wishes.

Seminars

Because we want you to receive maximum benefit from our products, FISCHER's experts are happy to share their application know-how. The seminars not only teach metrological basics but also hand-on experience in small groups to put the theory into practice.

FISCHER worldwide

Helmut Fischer GmbH, Institut für Elektronik und Messtechnik, 71069 Sindelfingen, Germany

IfG-Institute for Scientific Instruments GmbH, 12489 Berlin, Germany

Fischer Instrumentation (GB) Ltd, Lymington, Hampshire SO41 8JD, England

Fischer Technology, Inc., Windsor, CT 06095, USA

Helmut Fischer S. de R.L. de C.V., 76230 Querétaro, QRO, Mexico

Helmut Fischer AG and Helmut Fischer Technologie AG, CH-6331 Hünenberg, Switzerland

Fischer Instrumentation Electronique, 78180 Montigny le Bretonneux, France

Helmut Fischer S.R.L., 20099 Sesto San Giovanni (Milano), Italy

Fischer Instruments, S.A., 08018 Barcelona, Spain

Helmut Fischer Meettechniek B.V., 5627 GB Eindhoven, The Netherlands

Fischer do Brasil, 04561-001 São Paulo, Brazil

Fischer Instrumentation (Taiwan) Ltd, Taipei City 11493, Taiwan

Fischer Instruments K.K., Saitama-ken 340-0012, Japan

Nantong Fischer Instrumentation Ltd, Shanghai 200333, P.R. China

Fischer Instrumentation (Far East) Ltd, Kwai Chung, N.T., Hong Kong

Fischer Measurement Technologies (India) Pvt. Ltd, Pune 411036, India

Fischer Instrumentation (S) Pte Ltd, Singapore 658065, Singapore

Helmut Fischer Korea Co., Ltd, Seoul City, Republic of Korea

Fischer Technology (M) SDN Bhd, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Malaysia

Helmut Fischer Thailand Co., Ltd, Bangkok 10250, Thailand

Fischer Instruments Middle East FZE, P.O.Box Dubai 371100, United Arab Emirates

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