Thickness Gauge (Micrometer)

Thickness Gauge Micrometer — Paper and Board Caliper

The Paper Thickness Gauge (Paper Micrometer / Caliper Gauge) is used to measure the caliper (thickness) of paper, board, tissue, film, and packaging materials as per ISO 534, TAPPI T411, IS 1060 Part 2, and BS 3983. It applies a standard measuring force (typically 100 g/cm² for paper, 200 g/cm² for board) through a flat circular anvil and foot, and gives a direct thickness reading in μm (microns) or mm.

JS Civil Lab Solutions supplies dial and digital paper thickness gauges for paper mills, board manufacturers, and packaging QC laboratories.

Specifications

• Measurement range: 0–2 mm (paper/film) or 0–10 mm (board/corrugated)
• Resolution: 1 μm (digital) or 2 μm (dial)
• Measuring force: 100 g/cm² ± 5% (ISO 534 paper) / 200 g/cm² (board)
• Anvil/foot diameter: 16 mm (ISO 534 standard)
• Display: Digital LCD with mm/μm units (digital model)
• Compliance: ISO 534, TAPPI T411, IS 1060 Part 2, BS 3983

Why Caliper Matters

Paper caliper directly affects printing quality (ink impression), stiffness, packaging integrity, and converting performance. GSM (weight) and caliper together determine bulk — higher bulk = stiffer paper at same GSM. For corrugated board, flute height and liner caliper are critical for BCT (Box Compression Test) performance.

Order

Contact JS Civil Lab Solutions at +91 93596 24761 for dial and digital model pricing. Calibrated gauge blocks supplied as standard.