Automotive Industry

Automotive torque calibration tools help shops check torque-wrench performance where work is done. On-demand testing can support wheel-service process control, reduce reliance on periodic checks, and reinforce correct torque practices.

Non-destructive ultrasonic testing enables tank wall thickness measurements in areas prone to wear, corrosion, or high stress. This method helps assess the service condition of tanks used to transport hazardous materials or waste.

A paint thickness meter provides measurable readings across vehicle panels. Comparing nearby readings can reveal inconsistencies associated with repainting, filler, rust repair, or collision work.

In an automotive repair shop, cleaning, restoration, and protection are closely connected to the actual condition of the painted surface. For light scratches, swirl marks, stains, tree sap, paint overspray, or oxidation, technicians may consider polishing to improve the appearance. However, both polishing and sanding affect the coating. Therefore, an automotive paint thickness gauge is an important supporting tool before, during, and after surface treatment.

Accurate paint thickness measurement helps collision repair teams control refinishing work on plastic bumpers and fascias that incorporate ADAS sensors.

A practical overview of spray-on truck bedliner thickness, application considerations, and non-destructive measurement options for steel and aluminum truck beds.

Electrical safety testers are used to test high-voltage circuits and electrical assemblies associated with the drivetrain, battery, and charging systems. These tests help identify insulation defects, problems in protective earth paths, and insufficient dielectric withstand capability before a product moves to the next production stage or is released for shipment.

Color inconsistencies between material batches, different areas of the same component, or assembled interior modules can affect the overall visual appearance of an automotive interior. A spectrophotometer helps convert observed color differences into measurable data, allowing them to be compared with reference standards and used for quality control throughout the manufacturing process.

189 Testing the camshaft Hall sensor using the OWON VDS2064 oscilloscope enables technicians to capture, display, and analyze waveforms directly on a computer during automotive electrical diagnostics.

OWON’s PC virtual oscilloscope is presented as a practical tool for observing crankshaft position sensor waveforms in automotive diagnostics, helping technicians analyze engine behavior more clearly.