Static Hardness Tester for Non-Destructive Metal Testing

This advanced Static Hardness Tester is designed to provide accurate, rapid, and highly repeatable hardness measurements using a low-load testing method based on the Rockwell principle. By measuring the penetration depth under precisely controlled test forces, the instrument delivers reliable results across a wide range of metallic materials without requiring material-specific calibration curves.

The testing method offers exceptional flexibility by remaining independent of material type, component size, and geometry. Since measurements are performed from only one side of the workpiece, no backing support is required, making the instrument ideal for testing installed components, thin sections, and difficult-to-access parts.

Its extremely small penetration depth, measured in only a few micrometres, minimizes surface damage while providing excellent sensitivity. This makes the tester particularly suitable for polished, finished, and scratch-sensitive surfaces where conventional hardness testing methods may not be appropriate.

Key Features

• Static low-load hardness measurement based on the Rockwell principle

• Accurate, fast, and highly repeatable test results

• Measures hardness by penetration depth under controlled test forces

• No material-specific conversion curves required

• Independent of material type, component size, and geometry

• Single-sided testing with no backing support required

• Minimal surface indentation for non-destructive inspection

• High sensitivity for precision hardness evaluation

Applications

• Hardness testing of metallic components

• Inspection of polished and finished surfaces

• Testing of scratch-sensitive materials

• Measurement of thin sheets, profiles, and tubes

• Hardness evaluation of components with wall thicknesses of 2 mm or greater

• Hardness profiling in heat-affected zones of welded joints

• Quality control during manufacturing

• Material verification and acceptance testing

• Maintenance and inspection of installed equipment

Suitable Materials

• Carbon Steel

• Alloy Steel

• Stainless Steel

• Tool Steel

• Cast Steel

• Heat-Treated Components

• Precision Machined Parts

• Thin Metal Sections and Profiles

Industries Served

• Metal Manufacturing and Processing

• Automotive and Transportation

• Aerospace Industry

• Power Generation

• Petrochemical and Refinery Plants

• Welding and Fabrication

• Machinery Manufacturing

• Quality Control Laboratories

• Research and Development Facilities

• Inspection and Testing Services