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May 10 - May 14, 2021
What errors are most likely to occur when measuring dry film thickness on steel, and how can I avoid them?
Selected Answers
From
Craig Reynolds of Blastone on
May 17, 2021:
Using DFT gauges that are not verified upon a simi ...read more
Using DFT gauges that are not verified upon a similar DFT test piece before use on the specified coating.
From
Ron Berry of NZ Corrosion Services Ltd on
May 11, 2021:
Lack of calibration - Calibrate daily or before ea ...read more
Lack of calibration - Calibrate daily or before each job,, it's easy now with new electronic gauges.
Lack of understanding of what there are trying to achieve - Understand the specification and what it requires.
Lack of knowledge of protective coatings - Leave it to someone who knows and is qualified to undertake the measurements.