此系列的涂层厚度测量仪具有如下特点：

Easy
• Large buttons ideal for gloved hands
• Easy to use menus in multiple languages
• High contrast colour LCD with auto rotate
• High and low reading limit indicators
• Factory calibrated for immediate use
Accurate
• Measurement capability to ±1%
• Conforms to National & International Standards
• Temperature stable measurements
• Increased reading resolution for thin coatings
• Measures accurately on smooth, rough, thin and
curved surfaces
Reliable
• Repeatable and reproducible
• 2 year gauge warranty
• Supplied with fully traceable test certificates
• Batch date and time stamp facility

Rugged
• Sealed, heavy duty and impact resistant
• Dust and waterproof equivalent to IP64
• Scratch and solvent resistant display
• Durable gauge and probe construction
• Suitable for use in harsh environments
Efficient
• Fast reading rate of 70+ per minute
• Multiple calibration memories
• Alpha numeric batch identification
• User selectable calibration methods
• Compatible with all Elcometer software including
ElcoMaster™ 2.0
Powerful
• Wide range of interchangeable probes
• USB and BluetoothTM data output
• Stores up to 150,000 readings in 2,500 batches
• Measures up to 30mm (1200mils) of coating on
metal substrates

根据功能上的差别，456系列涂层厚度测量仪分为E, B, S, T几种不同型号，不同型号间的差别如下表所示：

根据应用场景不同，可与该系列涂层测厚仪产品配套使用的探头如下表所示：