Paint Thickness Gauges Market Report 2025

The paint thickness gauges market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $0.83 billion in 2024 to $0.89 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8%. The growth during the historic period can be attributed to factors such as stringent quality control standards, the expansion of the automotive refinishing industry, the increasing use of non-destructive testing methods, growth in aerospace coatings, and a rising awareness of corrosion prevention.

The paint thickness gauges market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.19 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5%. In the forecast period, growth is driven by factors such as the increasing demand for precision measurement, advancements in sensor technology, greater adoption in industrial automation, stricter regulatory compliance in the coatings industry, and the growth of electric vehicle (EV) production. Key trends for the forecast period include the integration of AI and IoT in measurement tools, rising demand for portable and wireless gauges, the development of multi-functional thickness measurement devices, increased use in 3D printing and additive manufacturing, and expanding adoption in marine and defense industries.

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 players in the paint thickness gauges market are Tecpel Co. Ltd., HORIBA Ltd., Mitutoyo Corporation, Beijing TIME High Technology Ltd., Helmut Fischer GmbH, Elcometer Limited, Shenzhen Linshang Technology Co. Ltd., BYK-Gardner GmbH, ElektroPhysik Dr. Steingroever GmbH & Co. KG, DeFelsko Corporation, Metrix Instrument Co., Kett Electric Laboratory, PCE Instruments India Private Limited, NDT Supply.com Inc., Robu.in, Fischer Technology Inc., coatmaster AG, Stanlay North America Inc., REED Instruments, Grade A Tools LLC, Honesdom International (HK) Limited, Phase II Machine & Tool Inc., Cygnus Instruments Ltd., Caltech India.

North America was the largest region in the paint thickness gauges market in 2024. 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.

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.

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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 and 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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