Product and Usage Guide
The Habotest HT616 is a portable measurement device for inspection and bodywork services wanting to check paint thickness on car bodywork and metal surfaces. In this guide, we explain what the device measures, what results should be recorded, and how it compares to competitors like UNI-T.
Product Reviewed
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The number of films is confirmed according to the supply package; the warranty period is 1 year.
Quick comparison
The following distinction shows the measurement usage area; it does not guarantee the same result or the same surface coverage on every vehicle.
| Criterion | Equivalent for HT616 | Purchase Question |
|---|---|---|
| Surface | Fe/NFe metal substrate | Will steel and aluminum panels be measured? |
| Range | 0–1500 µm | Is there sufficient range for repair and putty suspicion? |
| Logging | 256 measurements | Will panel points be transferred to the report? |
| Calibration | Fe/NFe substrates and films | Are calibration parts included in the box? |
Decision guide
The device measures the coating thickness on a metal panel. Comparing values taken on the same panel and adjacent panels provides a measurable baseline when investigating suspicion of local paint, thick repair, or panel history.
Decision guide
Steel and aluminum do not exhibit the same magnetic response. The HT616's Fe/NFe recognition helps the device select the appropriate measurement method on different metal surfaces of the vehicle body. This feature does not automatically convert paint measurement into an inspection report; correct panel and correct calibration are still required.
Fe mode is observed on steel panels such as the hood or roof.
NFe measurement is used on aluminum panels.
The scope of this metal measurement method for plastic bumpers is not assumed.
Decision guide
UNI-T UT343D stands out with more visible warranty and distributor information in Turkey; some models may offer higher recording capacity or different alarm options. Elcometer and DeFelsko offer more advanced options in professional quality control, probe, and software ecosystems. The HT616's competitive edge is offering daily vehicle paint inspection at a lower investment level.
Decision guide
The report should not simply state 'paint present' or 'replaced'. Panel name, measurement point, surface type, minimum-maximum value, number of repetitions, and visible physical findings should be recorded together. The device measurement is not the sole evidence for a purchase decision.
Frequently Asked Questions
The HT616 can be considered a mid-range measurement device for daily inspections and bodywork checks. It should not be assumed to offer the full probe, software, certification, and service ecosystem required for professional quality control.
No. The measurement indicates changes in panel thickness. Panel geometry, connection marks, paint surface, and other inspection findings must be examined together.
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Technical information checked with sources on 2026-10-06.
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The Habotest HT616 is a rechargeable device that measures paint/coating thickness on automotive bodywork and metal surfaces with automatic Fe/NFe recognition.