KTA Podcast #5 – Surface Profile Measurement – Replica Tape Vs. Digital Depth Micrometer

This podcast covers measuring surface profile and discusses two fundamentally different methods for measuring profile. Panelists discuss some of the complications that may occur when using both methods on the same job. The video (YouTube) version of the podcast features a variety of hands on demonstration and instrumentation use.

KTA Chief Operating Officer, Bill Corbett, addresses the digital profile reading equipment. Bill is active in ASTM D146, which is the committee that develops the standards for measuring surface profile.

KTA Coatings Group Operations Manager, John Todd, discusses replica tape. John is active in the NACE committees that develop their standard practices for profile measurement.

The Podcast is available in three versions below; YouTube, SoundCloud, and iTunes. Enjoy!