The paint thickness gauges market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $0.88 billion in 2025 to $0.94 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in automotive refinishing services, rising demand for coating inspection across industries, expansion of industrial quality standards, increased adoption of portable measurement tools, development of multi-layer coating technologies.
The paint thickness gauges market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.23 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising use of AI-enhanced coating analysis, growing adoption of automated inspection platforms, expansion of high-resolution thickness measurement, increasing integration of digital ndt systems, stronger focus on advanced material testing. Major trends in the forecast period include rising need for precision coating quality, increased use of high-performance material testing, growing demand for portable inspection devices, expansion of automated quality assurance systems, rising trend toward multi-layer coating validation.
The rapid pace of industrialization and infrastructure development is expected to drive the growth of the paint thickness gauges market in the coming years. Industrialization and infrastructure development involve expanding industrial activities and building essential facilities and systems, contributing to economic growth. This increase is fueled by government initiatives, investments, and the growing demand for goods and services that make manufacturing and construction more efficient and cost-effective. Paint thickness gauges play a crucial role in these sectors by ensuring the proper thickness of coatings, preventing corrosion, and improving the durability of products and structures. For instance, in July 2024, the Office for National Statistics, a UK-based government department, reported that new infrastructure construction work reached approximately $46.2 billion (£36.6 billion) in 2023, marking a 10.8% increase from 2022. Therefore, the rapid pace of industrialization and infrastructure development is driving the growth of the paint thickness gauges market.
Leading companies in the paint thickness gauges market are focusing on developing technologically advanced solutions, such as handheld paint thickness gauges, to improve measurement accuracy, efficiency, and ease of use. A handheld paint thickness gauge is a portable device used to accurately measure the thickness of paint or coatings on various surfaces, ensuring quality control in industries such as automotive and manufacturing. For example, in November 2024, BYK-Gardner, a Germany-based manufacturer of testing and measurement instruments, introduced the BYK-µPELT 5, a handheld paint thickness gauge designed for multi-layer coating measurement. This device uses high-frequency ultrasound pulses to measure up to five layers on substrates such as steel, aluminum, plastics, composites, and wood. This innovation in coating measurement technology improves precision in coating thickness analysis, making it particularly valuable for industries that require high-quality surface assessments.
In August 2023, Altana AG, a Germany-based chemicals company, acquired Imaginant Inc. to expand its testing solutions and enter the semiconductor market. With this acquisition, Altana AG aims to enhance its testing and measuring instrument portfolio by incorporating Imaginant's ultrasonic technology. This move is designed to drive innovation, streamline customer production processes, and bolster Altana's leadership position globally. Imaginant Inc. is a US-based company specializing in high-precision ultrasound metrology equipment, including paint thickness gauges.
Major companies operating in the paint thickness gauges market are Helmut Fischer GmbH, Elcometer Limited, DeFelsko Corporation, BYK-Gardner GmbH, ElektroPhysik Dr. Steingroever GmbH & Co. KG, Tecpel Co. Ltd., Beijing TIME High Technology Ltd., Shenzhen Linshang Technology Co. Ltd., Kett Electric Laboratory, PCE Instruments India Private Limited, Fischer Technology Inc., coatmaster AG, Stanlay North America Inc., REED Instruments, Caltech India, Metrix Instrument Co., Mitutoyo Corporation, HORIBA Ltd., NDT Supply.com Inc., Honesdom International (HK) Limited.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
Tariffs are impacting the paint thickness gauges market by increasing costs of imported sensors, semiconductor components, precision electronics, and specialty metals required for gauge manufacturing. Automotive, aerospace, and industrial sectors in Asia-Pacific and Europe are most affected due to strong reliance on imported testing instruments. However, tariffs are encouraging domestic metrology production, strengthening local supply chains, and accelerating innovation in non-destructive testing technologies.
The paint thickness gauges market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides paint thickness gauges market statistics, including paint thickness gauges industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a paint thickness gauges market share, detailed paint thickness gauges market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the paint thickness gauges industry. This paint thickness gauge market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.
A paint thickness gauge is a tool designed to measure the thickness of paint, coatings, or protective layers applied to surfaces. It ensures proper paint application, contributing to the durability, performance, and compliance with industry standards. These gauges are essential for verifying that coatings meet quality requirements and for predicting their lifespan.
The main types of paint thickness gauges include magnetic induction gauges, eddy current gauges, ultrasonic gauges, terahertz (THz) gauges, photothermal gauges, and others. Magnetic induction gauges are used to measure the thickness of non-magnetic coatings on magnetic substrates, such as steel or iron. These gauges employ various technologies, including non-destructive testing (NDT) and destructive testing methods, and come in different formats such as handheld and benchtop gauges. They are available through both online and offline distribution channels and serve a wide range of end users, including those in manufacturing, construction, automotive, and other industries.North America was the largest region in the paint thickness gauges market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in paint thickness gauges report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the paint thickness gauges market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The paint thickness gauges market consists of sales of handheld paint thickness gauges, benchtop paint thickness gauges, automotive paint thickness gauges, wireless paint thickness gauges, and portable paint thickness gauges. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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The paint thickness gauges market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.23 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising use of AI-enhanced coating analysis, growing adoption of automated inspection platforms, expansion of high-resolution thickness measurement, increasing integration of digital ndt systems, stronger focus on advanced material testing. Major trends in the forecast period include rising need for precision coating quality, increased use of high-performance material testing, growing demand for portable inspection devices, expansion of automated quality assurance systems, rising trend toward multi-layer coating validation.
The rapid pace of industrialization and infrastructure development is expected to drive the growth of the paint thickness gauges market in the coming years. Industrialization and infrastructure development involve expanding industrial activities and building essential facilities and systems, contributing to economic growth. This increase is fueled by government initiatives, investments, and the growing demand for goods and services that make manufacturing and construction more efficient and cost-effective. Paint thickness gauges play a crucial role in these sectors by ensuring the proper thickness of coatings, preventing corrosion, and improving the durability of products and structures. For instance, in July 2024, the Office for National Statistics, a UK-based government department, reported that new infrastructure construction work reached approximately $46.2 billion (£36.6 billion) in 2023, marking a 10.8% increase from 2022. Therefore, the rapid pace of industrialization and infrastructure development is driving the growth of the paint thickness gauges market.
Leading companies in the paint thickness gauges market are focusing on developing technologically advanced solutions, such as handheld paint thickness gauges, to improve measurement accuracy, efficiency, and ease of use. A handheld paint thickness gauge is a portable device used to accurately measure the thickness of paint or coatings on various surfaces, ensuring quality control in industries such as automotive and manufacturing. For example, in November 2024, BYK-Gardner, a Germany-based manufacturer of testing and measurement instruments, introduced the BYK-µPELT 5, a handheld paint thickness gauge designed for multi-layer coating measurement. This device uses high-frequency ultrasound pulses to measure up to five layers on substrates such as steel, aluminum, plastics, composites, and wood. This innovation in coating measurement technology improves precision in coating thickness analysis, making it particularly valuable for industries that require high-quality surface assessments.
In August 2023, Altana AG, a Germany-based chemicals company, acquired Imaginant Inc. to expand its testing solutions and enter the semiconductor market. With this acquisition, Altana AG aims to enhance its testing and measuring instrument portfolio by incorporating Imaginant's ultrasonic technology. This move is designed to drive innovation, streamline customer production processes, and bolster Altana's leadership position globally. Imaginant Inc. is a US-based company specializing in high-precision ultrasound metrology equipment, including paint thickness gauges.
Major companies operating in the paint thickness gauges market are Helmut Fischer GmbH, Elcometer Limited, DeFelsko Corporation, BYK-Gardner GmbH, ElektroPhysik Dr. Steingroever GmbH & Co. KG, Tecpel Co. Ltd., Beijing TIME High Technology Ltd., Shenzhen Linshang Technology Co. Ltd., Kett Electric Laboratory, PCE Instruments India Private Limited, Fischer Technology Inc., coatmaster AG, Stanlay North America Inc., REED Instruments, Caltech India, Metrix Instrument Co., Mitutoyo Corporation, HORIBA Ltd., NDT Supply.com Inc., Honesdom International (HK) Limited.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
Tariffs are impacting the paint thickness gauges market by increasing costs of imported sensors, semiconductor components, precision electronics, and specialty metals required for gauge manufacturing. Automotive, aerospace, and industrial sectors in Asia-Pacific and Europe are most affected due to strong reliance on imported testing instruments. However, tariffs are encouraging domestic metrology production, strengthening local supply chains, and accelerating innovation in non-destructive testing technologies.
The paint thickness gauges market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides paint thickness gauges market statistics, including paint thickness gauges industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a paint thickness gauges market share, detailed paint thickness gauges market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the paint thickness gauges industry. This paint thickness gauge market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.
A paint thickness gauge is a tool designed to measure the thickness of paint, coatings, or protective layers applied to surfaces. It ensures proper paint application, contributing to the durability, performance, and compliance with industry standards. These gauges are essential for verifying that coatings meet quality requirements and for predicting their lifespan.
The main types of paint thickness gauges include magnetic induction gauges, eddy current gauges, ultrasonic gauges, terahertz (THz) gauges, photothermal gauges, and others. Magnetic induction gauges are used to measure the thickness of non-magnetic coatings on magnetic substrates, such as steel or iron. These gauges employ various technologies, including non-destructive testing (NDT) and destructive testing methods, and come in different formats such as handheld and benchtop gauges. They are available through both online and offline distribution channels and serve a wide range of end users, including those in manufacturing, construction, automotive, and other industries.North America was the largest region in the paint thickness gauges market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in paint thickness gauges report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the paint thickness gauges market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The paint thickness gauges market consists of sales of handheld paint thickness gauges, benchtop paint thickness gauges, automotive paint thickness gauges, wireless paint thickness gauges, and portable paint thickness gauges. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary
2. Paint Thickness Gauges Market Characteristics
3. Paint Thickness Gauges Market Supply Chain Analysis
4. Global Paint Thickness Gauges Market Trends and Strategies
5. Paint Thickness Gauges Market Analysis of End Use Industries
7. Global Paint Thickness Gauges Strategic Analysis Framework, Current Market Size, Market Comparisons and Growth Rate Analysis
8. Global Paint Thickness Gauges Total Addressable Market (TAM) Analysis for the Market
9. Paint Thickness Gauges Market Segmentation
10. Paint Thickness Gauges Market Regional and Country Analysis
11. Asia-Pacific Paint Thickness Gauges Market
12. China Paint Thickness Gauges Market
13. India Paint Thickness Gauges Market
14. Japan Paint Thickness Gauges Market
15. Australia Paint Thickness Gauges Market
16. Indonesia Paint Thickness Gauges Market
17. South Korea Paint Thickness Gauges Market
18. Taiwan Paint Thickness Gauges Market
19. South East Asia Paint Thickness Gauges Market
20. Western Europe Paint Thickness Gauges Market
21. UK Paint Thickness Gauges Market
22. Germany Paint Thickness Gauges Market
23. France Paint Thickness Gauges Market
24. Italy Paint Thickness Gauges Market
25. Spain Paint Thickness Gauges Market
26. Eastern Europe Paint Thickness Gauges Market
27. Russia Paint Thickness Gauges Market
28. North America Paint Thickness Gauges Market
29. USA Paint Thickness Gauges Market
30. Canada Paint Thickness Gauges Market
31. South America Paint Thickness Gauges Market
32. Brazil Paint Thickness Gauges Market
33. Middle East Paint Thickness Gauges Market
34. Africa Paint Thickness Gauges Market
36. Paint Thickness Gauges Market Competitive Landscape and Company Profiles
37. Paint Thickness Gauges Market Other Major and Innovative Companies
40. Paint Thickness Gauges Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
41. Appendix
Executive Summary
Paint Thickness Gauges Market Global Report 2026 provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.This report focuses paint thickness gauges market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
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Description
Where is the largest and fastest growing market for paint thickness gauges? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward, including technological disruption, regulatory shifts, and changing consumer preferences? The paint thickness gauges market global report answers all these questions and many more.The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.
- The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
- The supply chain analysis section provides an overview of the entire value chain, including key raw materials, resources, and supplier analysis. It also provides a list competitor at each level of the supply chain.
- The updated trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it evolves and highlights emerging technology trends such as digital transformation, automation, sustainability initiatives, and AI-driven innovation. It suggests how companies can leverage these advancements to strengthen their market position and achieve competitive differentiation.
- The regulatory and investment landscape section provides an overview of the key regulatory frameworks, regularity bodies, associations, and government policies influencing the market. It also examines major investment flows, incentives, and funding trends shaping industry growth and innovation.
- The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
- The total addressable market (TAM) analysis section defines and estimates the market potential compares it with the current market size, and provides strategic insights and growth opportunities based on this evaluation.
- The market attractiveness scoring section evaluates the market based on a quantitative scoring framework that considers growth potential, competitive dynamics, strategic fit, and risk profile. It also provides interpretive insights and strategic implications for decision-makers.
- Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
- The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth.
- Expanded geographical coverage includes Taiwan and Southeast Asia, reflecting recent supply chain realignments and manufacturing shifts in the region. This section analyzes how these markets are becoming increasingly important hubs in the global value chain.
- The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
- The company scoring matrix section evaluates and ranks leading companies based on a multi-parameter framework that includes market share or revenues, product innovation, and brand recognition.
Scope
Markets Covered:
1) By Type: Magnetic Induction Gauges; Eddy Current Gauges; Ultrasonic Gauges; Terahertz (Thz); Photothermal; Other Types2) By Technology: Non-Destructive Testing (NDT); Destructive Testing
3) By Functionality: Handheld Gauges; Benchtop Gauges
4) By Distribution Channel: Online; Offline
5) By End-User: Manufacturing; Construction; Automotive; Other End-Users
Subsegments:
1) By Magnetic Induction Gauges: Ferrous Substrate Coating Measurement; Automotive Paint Thickness Measurement; Industrial Coating Inspection2) By Eddy Current Gauges: Non-Ferrous Substrate Coating Measurement; Aerospace Coating Thickness Inspection; Marine And Shipbuilding Applications
3) By Ultrasonic Gauges: Multi-Layer Coating Thickness Measurement; Non-Destructive Testing For Composite Materials; Pipeline And Corrosion Inspection
4) By Terahertz (THz) Gauges: High-Resolution Layer Analysis; Advanced Automotive Coating Inspection; Electronics And Semiconductor Coatings
5) By Photothermal Gauges: Precision Coating Analysis For High-End Applications; Thin Film And Transparent Layer Measurement; Specialty Coatings In Aerospace And Medical Industries
6) By Other Types: Beta Backscatter Gauges For Industrial Coatings; X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) Gauges For Metal Coatings; Laser-Based Coating Thickness Measurement
Companies Mentioned: Helmut Fischer GmbH; Elcometer Limited; DeFelsko Corporation; BYK-Gardner GmbH; ElektroPhysik Dr. Steingroever GmbH & Co. KG; Tecpel Co. Ltd.; Beijing TIME High Technology Ltd.; Shenzhen Linshang Technology Co. Ltd.; Kett Electric Laboratory; PCE Instruments India Private Limited; Fischer Technology Inc.; coatmaster AG; Stanlay North America Inc.; REED Instruments; Caltech India; Metrix Instrument Co.; Mitutoyo Corporation; HORIBA Ltd.; NDT Supply.com Inc.; Honesdom International (HK) Limited.
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain.
Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita.
Data Segmentation: Country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
Delivery Format: Word, PDF or Interactive Report + Excel Dashboard
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Companies Mentioned
The companies featured in this Paint Thickness Gauges market report include:- Helmut Fischer GmbH
- Elcometer Limited
- DeFelsko Corporation
- BYK-Gardner GmbH
- ElektroPhysik Dr. Steingroever GmbH & Co. KG
- Tecpel Co. Ltd.
- Beijing TIME High Technology Ltd.
- Shenzhen Linshang Technology Co. Ltd.
- Kett Electric Laboratory
- PCE Instruments India Private Limited
- Fischer Technology Inc.
- coatmaster AG
- Stanlay North America Inc.
- REED Instruments
- Caltech India
- Metrix Instrument Co.
- Mitutoyo Corporation
- HORIBA Ltd.
- NDT Supply.com Inc.
- Honesdom International (HK) Limited.
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 250 |
| Published | January 2026 |
| Forecast Period | 2026 - 2030 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 0.94 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 1.23 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 7.0% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 21 |
