Material Hardness Tester

Material hardness testers apply pressure to samples via an indenter and calculate hardness values based on the depth or area of the indentation. They are used to assess a material's resistance to compression and determine its hardness in the testing of metals and plastics.
Selection
Select the corresponding scale based on the type of material being tested: Rockwell hardness is commonly used for metals, while Shore hardness is used for elastomers. Consider the sample thickness to ensure the indentation does not penetrate, ensure the test force range covers the material's hardness range, and ensure the operation interface aligns with the user's habits.

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Instruments

According to the Richter Hardness Measurement principle, it can perform High Accuracy detection on all metal materials, support a variety of Hardness standard conversion, Measurement range HLD 170-960, can store 600 sets of data, equipped with true color screen and USB interface.

$ 296.00

Support user material calibration function, can store 600 sets of measurement data, equipped with 3.5 inch IPS full view LCD screen, Continuous Operating Time more than 10 hours, automatic identification Probe type without recalibrating.

$ 1587.00

Made of stainless steel to ensure wear resistance and corrosion resistance, 750g test load to meet a variety of international standards, equipped with a complete pencil set for accurate coating Hardness assessment.

$ 1881.00

Impact energy 11mJ, ball head diaMeter 3mm tungsten carbide material, can measure the maximum Hardness 940HV, suitable for asperity 1.6μm surface, minimum test thickness 5mm, Che diaMeter and depth vary with Hardness.

$ 157.00

Compact size of only 130 * 76 * 32mm, support six hardness standards conversion, can store 50 sets of measurement data, with 360 ° measurement direction adaptability and RS232 communication interface, to meet a variety of industrial field testing needs.

$ 399.00

Equipped with 20 different Hardness pencils, covering the range of 8B to 10H, made of stainless steel, supporting 750g to 1000g load, according to Wolff Wilborn specification measurement coating scratch resistance.

$ 282.00

Impact energy 11mJ, ball head diaMeter 3mm tungsten carbide material, can measure a variety of metal hardness of materials, Che diaMeter minimum 0.35mm, suitable for conventional Hardness testing needs.

$ 154.00

Measurement range 20-90HC, resolution 1HC, Indication Error ≤ +/- 1HC, suitable for microporous hardness of materials testing.

$ 141.00

New material pressure needle Hardness long life, high strength pointer is not easy to deform, forging handle wear and pollution resistance, range 0-20HW accuracy 0.5HW, can be quickly tested on site and support multi Hardness value conversion.

$ 666.00

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

Repeatability and accuracy are improved by dual coil technology. The built-in directional Sensor of the probe automatically compensates for measurement errors. The Measurement range covers HLD (170-960) to HRC (17.6-68), and supports a variety of Hardness standards for mutual conversion.

$ 231.00

New material pressure needle Hardness high life, high strength pointer is not easy to deform, forging handle wear and pollution resistance, full point and correction point stability, accuracy 0.5HW, suitable for 0.6-6 mm thickness material.

$ 451.00

Spring loaded indenter point design, measurement range 0-100 scale, weight only 1 pound 2 ounces, can quickly obtain hardness readings in any location, suitable for homogeneous material testing.

$ 3087.00

Mechanical design is equipped with a compression spring device, Measurement accuracy 0.5HW, can detect Film thickness 0.4-13 mm material, through the Hardness conversion table to obtain a variety of Hardness value, high toughness table window glass impact resistance.

$ 477.00

Measurement range greater than 90A, resolution up to 0.1H, with MAX Maximum latch and automatic shutdown function, support USB and Bluetooth data output, to meet a variety of hardness of materials testing needs.

$ 302.00

Articles

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.
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.
Pendulum Hardness Determination: Comparison of Applicability between Double Pendulum Method and Compound Pendulum Method
This article compares two pendulum methods for measuring coating hardness. The choice of method should consider material hardness and testing conditions, and both methods require standardized calibration and sample preparation.
How to Select a Leeb Hardness Tester Based on the Material Being Tested
When selecting a Leeb hardness tester, the first step is to consider the characteristics of the material to be tested, such as the type of material, hardness range, dimensions, and surface condition. Depending on the material, the appropriate impact device must be matched accordingly.
Don't confuse the A-type, D-type, and AX-type Shore durometers for measuring rubber hardness.
The Shore durometer measures hardness by assessing the depth to which the indenter penetrates the material under the force of a spring, with higher values indicating greater material hardness. The main differences between Type A, Type D, and Type AX lie in the shape of the indenter and the magnitude of the spring force, making them suitable for materials within different hardness ranges.