Leeb hardness testing and ultrasonic contact impedance technology are two popular digital methods of portable hardness testing.
Hardness testing of a cumbersome part became easy with the help of digital hardness testers. It is the portability benefit of testing a workpiece without having troublesome situations that made life smooth for professionals. As it is apparent, the choice of digital portable hardness tester led to various positive results.
Based on the concept of “dynamic impact” for the determination of hardness value, the Leeb hardness testing became popular. Since it involves the thrusting of a spring-loaded impact body on the test surface with an expected rebound, the results are fast, accurate, and efficient. Remember, rebound tester types aren’t suitable for testing thin and lightweight parts.
On the other hand, whenever there’s a need for hardness testing a workpiece without leaving a mark or indentation, the widely pursued UCI or ultrasonic contact impedance technology comes into the application. The UCI hardness tester is used to test special surfaces of thin or small workpieces, which could be as thin as 2mm. Professionals can test the apparatus on all scales using UCI technology.
Some online suppliers offer a wide stockm including portable Brinell tester, UCI tester, and various hardness testing equipment along with a calibration laboratory test certificate. With accuracy levels around +/- 0.5%, this equipment helps determine the hardness value of different materials like alloy tool steel, steel, cast steel, aluminum casting, etc. These kits also come with multiple probes for accurate testing of materials.
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