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Elcometer 107 Cross Hatch Cutter
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The Elcometer 107 Cross Hatch Cutter is a hand-held adhesion tester that cuts a grid pattern through a coating to give an instant assessment of how well it is bonded to the substrate. A cross-hatch test is a fast field or laboratory check: by scoring the coating into a lattice and inspecting how much detaches at the cut edges, an inspector can grade adhesion quickly and decide whether a finish is sound or at risk of flaking and failure.

The Elcometer 107 Cross Hatch Cutter has a rugged handle with a large non-slip grip and a quick-change, four-sided cutter that lets a single instrument cover a wide range of coating thicknesses. Cutters are matched to film thickness and substrate hardness: a 6 x 1mm cutter handles coatings up to 60µm, an 11 x 1mm cutter suits metal coatings up to 50µm, and an 11 x 1.5mm cutter extends to around 90µm, with 2mm and 3mm tooth spacings available for thicker films. The Elcometer 107 Cross Hatch Cutter is sold as a Basic Kit or as a Full Kit supplied with either ISO or ASTM adhesive tape.

The Elcometer 107 Cross Hatch Cutter can be used in accordance with AS 3894.9, AS 1580.408.4, ASTM D 3359-B, BS 3900-E6, ECCA T6, EN 13523-6, ISO 2409, ISO 16276-2, JIS K 5600-5-6 and NF T30-038, the principal cross-cut adhesion standards. Suited to thin, thick or hard coatings on coil, steel and other surfaces, the Elcometer 107 Cross Hatch Cutter is used by coatings inspectors and quality teams. It is supplied by BAMR, South Africa's authorised Elcometer distributor.

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Elcometer 107 Cross Hatch Cutter

SKU · F10713222-1 (+14 more)

The Elcometer 107 Cross Hatch Cutter for adhesion tests provides an instant assessment of the quality of the bond to the substrate. Due to its rugged construction this cross hatch gauge is ideal for thin, thick or tough coatings on all surfaces. An ideal field or laboratory test.

  • Robust design
  • Large, non slip grip
  • Ideal for thin, thick or hard coatings
  • Quick change, 4 sided cutter Allows adhesion testing on a wide range of coating thicknesses (1mm, 1.5mm, 2mm and 3mm)
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When to use the Elcometer 107 Cross Hatch Cutter

Use the 107 for a fast cross hatch assessment of how well a coating bonds to its substrate. Its rugged build suits thin, thick or tough coatings in the field or the lab when you want an instant judgement rather than a pull off figure.

  • 1
    Instant bond assessment
    The cross hatch test gives an immediate read on coating adhesion to the substrate, useful for quick acceptance checks on the line or on site.
  • 2
    Handles varied coatings
    A quick change, four sided cutter covers 1mm, 1.5mm, 2mm and 3mm spacings, so one tool tests across a range of coating thicknesses up to 90 microns.
  • 3
    Rugged for field use
    Rugged construction and a large non slip grip suit thin, thick or hard coatings in field conditions, not just bench work.
  • 4
    Covers many test standards
    Conformance to ISO 2409, ASTM D 3359-B, EN 13523-6 and ECCA T6 among others lets one cutter satisfy several specifications.
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Specifications

Specifications

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Part NumberDescriptionCutter TypeCoating ThicknessCertificate
F10713222-1Elcometer 107 Basic Kit6 x 1mm0 – 60µmο
F10713348-6Elcometer 107 Full Kit with ISO Tape6 x 1mm0 – 60µmο
F10713348-1Elcometer 107 Full Kit with ASTM Tape6 x 1mm0 – 50µmο
F10713222-2Elcometer 107 Basic Kit11 x 1mm0 – 50µmο
F10713348-2Elcometer 107 Full Kit with ASTM Tape11 x 1mm0 – 50µmο
F10713222-3Elcometer 107 Basic Kit11 x 1.5mm0 – 90µm 1ο
F10713222-4Elcometer 107 Basic Kit6 x 2mm50 – 125µmο
F10713348-9Elcometer 107 Full Kit with ISO Tape6 x 2mm61 – 120µmο
F10713348-4Elcometer 107 Full Kit with ASTM Tape6 x 2mm50 – 125µmο
F10713222-5Elcometer 107 Basic Kit6 x 3mm121 – 250µmο
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Coating Thickness
0 - 90µm
What's in the kit

What's in the kit

Robust handle
Cutter
Hexagonal wrench
Presentation storage case and instructions
Includes Classification of Adhesion Test Results chart
Eye glass
Included in Full Kit only
Brush and adhesive tape
Either ASTM or ISO tape included in Full Kit only
Standards

Standards

AS 3894.9
AS 1580.408.4
ASTM
ASTM D 3359-B
BS
BS 3900-E6
ECCA
ECCA T6
EN
EN 13523-6
ISO
ISO 2409
ISO
ISO 16276-2
JIS
JIS K 5600-5-6
NF
NF T30-038
Accessories

Accessories

T99913700-16 x 1mm Four sided cutter blade
T99913700-211 x 1mm Four sided cutter blade
T99913700-311 x 1.5mm Four sided cutter blade
T99913700-46 x 2mm Four-sided cutter blade
T99913700-56 x 3mm Four-sided cutter blade
K0001539M001Adhesive Tape (1 roll) ASTM D 3359
T9999358-1Adhesive Tape (1 roll) ISO 2409
T9998894Adhesive Tape (2 rolls) ASTM D 3359
T9999358-2Adhesive Tape (2 rolls) ISO 2409
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Frequently asked questions

What coating thickness ranges does the Elcometer 107 cover?

The 107 is available in several cutter configurations covering up to 250 microns. The 6x1mm covers 0 to 60 microns, the 6x2mm covers 50 to 125 microns, and the 6x3mm covers 121 to 250 microns. The 11x1mm and 11x1.5mm variants cover 0 to 50 and 0 to 90 microns respectively.

What is the difference between a Basic Kit and a Full Kit?

A Basic Kit is the cutter only. A Full Kit adds adhesion test tape, supplied as either ISO or ASTM tape depending on the variant ordered. Both kit types are available with an optional certificate.

Can the Elcometer 107 be used both on-site and in a laboratory?

Yes. It is described as an ideal field or laboratory test, and its rugged construction makes it suitable for thin, thick or tough coatings on all surfaces.

Which cutter spacing should I select for a coating around 80 microns thick?

The 11x1.5mm cutter (F10713222-3) covers coatings from 0 to 90 microns, which includes 80 microns. The 6x1mm cutter tops out at 60 microns and would not be appropriate for that thickness.

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