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Filmetrics F10-HC Thin Film Thickness Measuring

Name: Filmetrics F10-HC Thin Film Thickness Measuring Instrument
Brand: Filmetrics
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A contact probe film thickness measurement system designed specifically for hard coatings, primers, and anti-fog layers - effectively suppressing back reflection, one-click measurement for curved multi-layer coatings

Filmetrics F10-HC Contact Probe in operation

50nm～70μm

Thickness measurement range

200μm

Contact probe spot

<1 second

Single point measurement time

40,000h

Light source service life

Product Introduction

Filmetrics F10-HC is developed on the F20 platform, specifically designed for measuring the thickness of hard coatings, primers, and anti-fog coatings. Trusted by hundreds of automotive hard coating companies worldwide. Adopting a contact probe optical scheme to minimize reflection interference on the back of transparent plastic (PC) substrates, without the need for back coating. Measurement range: 50nm~70μm, USB powered and portable, standard with FILMeasure 9 software and sample stage, ready to use out of the box.

Industry Recognition

Filmetrics F10-HC is highly trusted by major global automotive hard coating companies. It can accurately measure the thickness and refractive index of flat/curved hard coatings and anti-fog films, and the contact probe minimizes back reflection interference.

Five Core Advantages

Contact probe

Adheres to the sample surface, suppresses back interference of the transparent substrate, no need for blackening or roughening treatment, suitable for flat/curved/concave surfaces.

Template mode

Import sample images to customize measurement points, visualize batch testing, and significantly reduce human error.

Hands-free measurement mode

Continuously measure hundreds of film layers without frequent baseline calibration, improving production line inspection throughput.

Multi-layer simulation algorithm

Specially designed for stacked structures such as primer/hard coat/anti-fog layer, outputting the thickness and refractive index n/k values of each layer simultaneously.

Economical and durable

Light source lifespan of 40,000 hours, USB powered, built-in diagnostic traceability function, and extremely low maintenance costs.

Typical Application Scenarios

Application Field	Typical Measurement Object
Automotive Headlight Manufacturing	PC lampshade hard coating, inner anti-fog coating, reflector coating (curved multi-point detection)
Aerospace Transparent Parts	Aircraft portholes with hard coatings and UV resistant coatings, meeting strict standards
Plastic Workpiece Surface Treatment	Primer/Hardcoat/Anti-fog layer multi-layer systems
Sound Film and Curved Surface Coating	Measurement of coating thickness for acoustic diaphragms and irregular curved surfaces

Measurement Principle

Spectral reflectance method: White light illuminates the coating, and the reflected light at the upper and lower interfaces interferes to form a spectrum. By analyzing the spectral oscillation frequency, within 1 second the thickness, refractive index (n), and extinction coefficient (k) are calculated. The F10-HC contact probe tightly attaches to the sample, isolating the reflection interference from the back of the transparent substrate to ensure accurate hard coating data.

F10-HC vs F20 Core Differences

Comparison Dimension	F10-HC Hard Coating Thickness Gauge	F20 Universal Film Thickness Gauge
Product Positioning	Industry specific type (hard coating/anti-fog layer/primer)	General purpose thin film analysis
Measurement Method	Contact probe (fits to surface)	Non-contact (beam)
Back Reflection Treatment	Probe suppresses, no sample preparation required	Requires blackening or roughening the back
Software Features	Template mode, hands-free measurement, multi-layer hard coating algorithm	General film thickness/refractive index analysis
Typical Industries	Automotive headlights, aerospace, plastic surface treatment	Semiconductor, optical coatings, display

Product Parameters

Model	F10-HC	Brand	Filmetrics (KLA)
Measurement Technology	Spectral reflectance method	Measurement Method	Contact probe
Wavelength Range	380–1050nm	Light Source Lifetime	Tungsten halogen lamp / 40,000 hours
Thickness Range	50nm – 70μm	Spot Size	200μm
Measurement Accuracy	0.01μm	Sample Compatibility	Flat/curved/cylindrical/concave, transparent and opaque substrates
Software Features	FILMeasure 9, Template mode, hands-free measurement, historical data traceability
For more custom configurations, please contact Unicorn Technology

Actual Test Data Display

F10-HC hard coating thickness measurement data

Customer Reviews

The contact probe fits the curved surface of the lampshade for measurement, without worrying about back reflection; the template mode detects points according to the picture, greatly reducing human error. It is the preferred choice for hard coating detection on the production line.

—— Quality Department, International Car Lamp Manufacturer

Used for measuring the hard coating and UV resistant layer of aircraft portholes, the contact probe has stable signals and excellent repeatability on PC curved substrates, meeting strict aviation standards.

—— Process Department, Aviation Transparent Component Manufacturer

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the unique advantages of contact probes?+

Directly attached to the sample, only collecting reflected light from the coating surface, completely eliminating interference from the back of transparent substrates, no need for back coating blackening, suitable for PC/acrylic substrates.

Can we measure curved surface samples?+

Yes. The contact probe is specifically designed for flat, curved, cylindrical, and even concave surfaces with large curvature. It can be measured by fitting and meets complex shapes such as car lights.

Can primer and hard coating thickness be measured simultaneously?+

Yes. The multi-layer simulation algorithm supports synchronous analysis of primer/hard coating/anti-fog layer, outputting the thickness and n/k value of each layer, confirming the specific number of layers.

How does template mode improve efficiency?+

Import sample images to calibrate measurement points; the operator places probes according to the image, and the system automatically determines the validity of each point, suitable for large-scale repeated testing.

What are the advantages of hands-free measurement mode?+

No need for frequent baseline calibration, continuous measurement of hundreds of film layers; probe contact automatically triggers measurement and results interpretation, significantly improving production line efficiency.

How to choose between F10-HC and F20?+

Choose F10-HC for hard coating/curved/transparent substrate applications; choose F20 for flat general-purpose film testing. The two technologies share the same origin and complement each other in positioning.

Free Sample Testing Service

Not sure if your hard coating or anti-fog coating sample is suitable for F10-HC measurement? We offer free sample testing services! Send us your samples, and our professional engineers will use the F10-HC contact probe to conduct coating thickness testing and provide detailed measurement reports.

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