Plated/Coated Layer Hardness Tester

The coating hardness tester applies standard pressure to the coating surface through an indenter and measures the indentation length or depth to calculate the hardness value. It is used to evaluate the scratch resistance and wear resistance of coatings and is suitable for quality control of metal coatings, paints, plastic films, etc.
Selection
When selecting, consider the coating material and thickness to match the indenter type: use a Rockwell hardness tester for metal coatings and the pencil hardness method for thin coatings. Ensure the measurement range covers the hardness range of the test object, verify the instrument's calibration certificate, and ensure that the ambient temperature and humidity meet standard requirements.
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Instruments

Using 4mm flow hole and chrome-plated Cup structure, the outflow time range is 0-150 seconds, and the correction factor K = 1 +/- 0.03 ensures accurate and reliable viscosity measurement.

$ 115.00

Impact energy 3N, Impact device mass 75g, suitable for measurement of small or thin specimens and surface hardening layer, the minimum thickness can be measured 1mm and the minimum hardening layer depth 0.2mm.

$ 764.00

Wire-wound design wet film thickness 9.1 μ m, steel wire diaMeter Φ 0.10mm, chrome-plated surface is easy to clean and prolong life, suitable for a variety of substrates, Spreader uniform and flexible.

$ 525.00

Using Konig swing Rod, mass 200g, swing period 1.4 +/- 0.02s, can swing 250 +/- 10s on flat Glass, suitable for coating damping test, accurate measurement Hardness change.

$ 503.00

Impact energy 11mJ, impact mass 7.2g, ball head Hardness 1600HV, measurable maximum Hardness 950HV, suitable for asperity 1.6μm surface, support thin layer test.

$ 396.00

Impact energy 90mJ, ball head diaMeter 5mm tungsten carbide material, suitable for heavy and rough surface casting and forging, the maximum hardness of the specimen 650HB, the minimum thickness of 10mm, hardening layer depth ≥ 1.2mm.

$ 364.00

Impact energy 11mJ, Ball Hardness 1600HV, contact surface slender lengthened design, suitable for measurement of grooves or concave surfaces, the minimum thickness of the specimen is 5mm, and the minimum depth of the hardened layer is 0.8mm.

$ 186.00

Imported special steel pressure needle, Hardness and long life, range 0-20HW, can directly read the Hardness value, suitable for on-site rapid testing, Stability and portability.

$ 1017.00

Equipped with 254nm and 365nm dual-wavelength ultraviolet light sources, it supports thin-layer analysis and paper-layer analysis, can identify fluorescent substances, and is equipped with a 200 * 50mm filter.

$ 198.00

Impact energy 11mJ, Impact mass 7.8g, tungsten carbide ball head Hardness 1600HV, suitable for asperity 1.6μm surface, measurable minimum thickness 0.8mm hardened layer, indication Repeatability 12HLD + 15.

$ 167.00

With a capacity of 2.5 liters, it adopts a single-layer structure design and is suitable for a variety of Power Dispersers to ensure efficient and stable material handling and easy operation.

$ 94.00

Impact energy 11mJ, Impact device mass 50g, ball head diaMeter 3mm, Hardness measurement hole or cylinder, suitable for a variety of metal hardness of materials testing.

$ 162.00

Using metal layer plate structure, Temperature range -7~ 70 ℃, support 13 point temperature measurement, can simultaneously Spreader 6 samples, through drying air flow and layer temperature to achieve accurate film formation detection.

$ 3704.00

It adopts 45 ° fixed angle design, loads 1000g +/- 10g, and evaluates Hardness by scratching coatings with different Hardness pencils, which is easy to operate and accurate.

$ 162.00

Compact and lightweight can be operated with one hand, without support and testing experience, the test range is equivalent to brinell hardness 25~ 150HB, can measure a variety of Hardness scales and has MAX Maximum hold and average calculation functions.

$ 696.00

Articles

Pencil hardness tester rapidly evaluates scratch resistance of paint film.
This article introduces how to quickly assess the scratch resistance of paint films using a pencil hardness tester. During the test, standard pencils (ranging from 6B to 9H) are used to scratch the coating at a fixed angle and pressure to observe whether scratches occur.
Shore Durometer Selection: Matching Principles of Hardness Models and Measurement Ranges
This article introduces the selection method for Shore durometers, with the core focus on ensuring that the hardness type matches the material's hardness range and rebound characteristics. When selecting, the principle that the measured value falls within 20% to 80% of the full scale should be followed to avoid data distortion.
Advantages of Barcol Hardness Tester in Rapid On-site Coating Hardness Testing
The Barcol hardness tester is a portable device suitable for rapid on-site measurement of coating hardness. It determines the hardness value by measuring the depth of penetration of the indenter, offering simple operation and test completion within seconds.
Brinell hardness tester is used for hardness testing of plastics and soft metal coatings.
This article introduces how a Brinell hardness tester is used to measure the hardness of plastics and soft metal coatings.
Shore hardness tester measures the hardness of rubber sealing rings.
This article introduces the method of measuring the hardness of rubber sealing rings using a Shore durometer. The Shore durometer presses a needle into the rubber surface under spring force and converts the indentation depth into a hardness value, commonly using the A scale.
Shore durometer measures the hardness of cured cast resin.
The Shore durometer measures hardness by pressing an indenter into the material surface, making it suitable for evaluating the properties of cast resin after curing.
Shore durometer measures the elastic modulus of flexible resin.
This article explores how to use a Shore rubber hardness tester to measure the hardness of flexible resins and estimate their elastic modulus through theoretical models and empirical formulas.
Pencil Hardness Tester for Rapid Evaluation of Coating Surface Hardness
The pencil hardness tester is a tool used for rapidly assessing the relative hardness of coating surfaces through standardized scratch tests. It employs a series of pencil leads with known hardness levels, which are drawn across the coating under a fixed load and angle. The hardness grade, ranging from 6B to 9H, is determined based on whether a permanent scratch is produced.
Buchholz indentation tester measures the indentation hardness of varnish.
The Buchholz indentation test is a method for measuring the indentation hardness of coatings such as varnishes. It involves applying a specific indenter to the coating surface under a standard load, and after unloading, the length of the residual indentation is measured. A longer length indicates lower hardness.
Pencil Hardness Plan Outstanding Paint Film Pencil Hardness Grade
The pencil hardness test is a method for evaluating the scratch resistance of paint films. It involves using a series of pencils with known hardness levels to scratch the coated surface under fixed conditions. The hardness grade of the coating is determined by observing whether permanent scratches are produced.
The pendulum hardness tester tests the scratch resistance limit of varnish.
The pendulum hardness tester measures the hardness of varnish by observing the attenuation of the pendulum's swing on the coating surface, with faster attenuation indicating a softer coating. The scratch resistance of varnish depends not only on hardness but also on elasticity and toughness. Hardness testing sets the basic threshold for scratch resistance.
Application of Film Pencil Hardness Tester in Coating Scratch Resistance Testing
The paint film pencil hardness tester is an instrument used to evaluate the scratch resistance of coatings. It works by scratching the surface of the coating with a pencil of known hardness under a fixed load, and then assessing the hardness grade based on whether scratches are produced.
Use of pendulum hardness tester for paint film curing degree assessment in the laboratory.
The pendulum hardness tester evaluates the hardness of a paint film by measuring the decay time of a pendulum swinging on the surface of the film, where a longer time indicates a harder film and a higher degree of curing.
Pendulum hardness tester measures the damping hardness of powder coatings.
This article introduces the method of testing the damping hardness of powder coatings using a pendulum hardness tester. The test is based on the principle of energy attenuation, where the hardness is reflected by the time it takes for the amplitude of the pendulum to decay as it swings on the coating surface, with a longer time indicating a harder coating.
Pendulum hardness tester measures coating damping hardness.
This article explains how a pendulum hardness tester measures the damping hardness of coatings. The principle involves evaluating the hardness and elasticity of the coating based on the time it takes for the amplitude of a pendulum's swing to decay on the coating surface. A longer decay time indicates a harder coating.