Habotest · Service maintenance and measurement devices
The Habotest HT616 is a rechargeable device that measures paint/coating thickness on automotive bodywork and metal surfaces with automatic Fe/NFe recognition.
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The warranty period for Habotest HT616 is 1 year. The package contents are listed as the device, USB Type-C cable, Fe/NFe calibration substrates, calibration films, carrying case, and user manual; the number of films should be confirmed based on the supply package.
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The Habotest HT616 is a portable device used to measure paint or coating thickness on car bodies and metal surfaces. Fe/NFe surface recognition, calibration, and measurement memory organize comparisons of panels in used car inspections and body shops.
Measurement results alone do not determine paint, replacement, or chassis decisions; panel differences are interpreted along with physical expert findings.
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A make-model software list, as found in diagnostic devices, does not apply to this product. Compatibility is determined by the part to be measured, the electrical system, the operating range, the probe or connection method, and the manufacturer's safety limits.
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The HT616 measures the thickness of paint and coatings on metal substrates without damaging the surface. The Fe mode is used for magnetic steel surfaces, and the NFe mode is used for non-magnetic metal surfaces such as aluminum. In vehicle inspections, thickness variations are recorded by comparing values taken from different points on the same panel.
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The manufacturer's manual and HT616 technical documents state the measurement range as 0–1500 µm, resolution as 0.1 µm, and accuracy as ±(3% + 2 µm). The device offers single and continuous measurement, as well as single-point and multi-point pass/fail evaluations.
Viewing maximum, minimum, and average values facilitates reading panel differences within a measurement group.
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Before measurement, the device is turned on away from metal objects, and if necessary, Fe/NFe calibration is performed. The probe is placed perpendicular and stable on the panel surface. Multiple values are taken from the same areas on panels such as doors, fenders, roofs, hoods, and trunks.
Average, minimum, and maximum values are recorded together instead of a single high or low result.
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The package contents for this product include: HT616 measurement device, USB Type-C cable, Fe/NFe calibration substrates, calibration films, carrying case, and user manual. As the number of calibration films can vary depending on the supply package, the exact quantity should be specified upon order confirmation. Parts shown in the product photo are not included unless listed separately.
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For first-time use, charge the device, and check the probe tip and calibration parts for cleanliness. Turn on the device away from metal; after seeing the Fe or NFe surface type on the screen, complete the reference measurement with the appropriate substrate and film. Then, clean the panel to be measured, and place the probe perpendicular to the surface without pressing.
When the value stabilizes, save the result with the panel name and repeat measurements from different points on the same panel.
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Holding the device at an angle, measuring on a dirty or wet panel, placing the probe too close to an edge, and comparing different metal types within the same group can distort results in paint thickness measurement.
Repeating calibration before measurement, selecting similar points near the center of the panel, and interpreting the measurement group together instead of a single value provide more reliable records.
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The HT616 provides thickness values in micrometers; the number on the screen is not directly a label for "original," "painted," or "replaced." Compare repeated measurements taken from similar panels of the same vehicle, note the minimum-maximum difference, and consider the paint surface, panel gaps, joint marks, and service records in the same evaluation.
The report should show the device measurement as separate from but related to the physical findings.
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During an inspection, measurements are taken from several points on the hood or fender, spaced apart. If the values diverge significantly within the same panel, the results are noted as an indication of the panel's history; the final decision is made based on paint surface, gaps, and other expert findings, rather than solely on the device screen.
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Steel and aluminum panels may be present on a vehicle. The HT616 helps recognize surface type as Fe/NFe; it is necessary to use the appropriate calibration substrate before taking measurements on different panel types and to compare results within the same surface type.
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After bodywork, the shop can check the repaired panel and adjacent panels using the same measurement plan. This record can be added to the pre-delivery inspection note; however, the device does not evaluate plastic parts or subsurface damage on its own.
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It is more accurate to evaluate competitors in three classes. Elcometer 456 and DeFelsko PosiTector 6000 are in different budget and usage classes with high accuracy, calibration/standard support, interchangeable probes, reporting, and professional service ecosystems.
The competitive advantage of the HT616 is its combination of basic Fe/NFe, calibration, recording, and portability in a more accessible package for vehicle paint inspection.
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The warranty period for the Habotest HT616 is 1 year. The warranty is limited to coverage for manufacturing and device malfunctions; physical damage from impact, liquid contact, probe tip damage, misuse, and wear of calibration films may be considered outside the warranty scope.
Upon delivery, check the model label, device housing, screen, probe tip, calibration substrates, cable, and package contents. Measurement results alone do not prove the entire panel or the vehicle's history.
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Technical information checked with official sources on 2026-10-06.
FAQ
The HT616 is designed to measure coatings on Fe and NFe metal substrates. It should not be assumed to be used for plastic bumpers or plastic body parts.
No. The measurement shows the difference in panel thickness; for a definitive decision, re-measurements on the same panel, panel geometry, paint surface, joint marks, and other expert findings must be checked in the same inspection.
The warranty period for the Habotest HT616 is 1 year. The warranty coverage is limited to manufacturing and device malfunctions; delivery and warranty conditions apply separately for physical impact, liquid contact, misuse, and probe damage.
Start the device away from a metal surface, check the Fe or NFe surface type, and complete the reference measurement using the appropriate calibration substrate and film. Then, hold the probe perpendicular to a clean and dry panel and take repeated measurements.
The HT616 offers a range of 0–1500 µm, rechargeable capability, and 256 records. The UNI-T UT343D is listed on its official technical page with features such as 0–1250 µm, 500 records, quick test, alarm, and PC software. The choice should be made based on reporting and connectivity needs.
The HT616 Paint Thickness Gauge model performs physical measurement or auxiliary service tasks within the product's own connection and operating range; it is used directly for paint measurement in daily service and vehicle inspections.
The HT616 Paint Thickness Gauge model's package contents and warranty, including a measurement range of 0–1500 µm, automatic fe/NFe recognition, calibration, and 256 measurement memory, are checked before connecting or starting the test. Measurement, image, or physical test results are recorded according to the HT616 Paint Thickness Gauge model's operating range.
No. For the HT616 Paint Thickness Gauge model, the physical connection, measurement type, and operating range are checked together. The result is written to the same service record along with the test point used and the operating condition.
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