Microhardness Testing Capabilities Expanded
Our metallography lab has expanded its capabilities with the purchase of a Shimadzu HSV-30/30T Microhardness Tester. Both the maximum load and mounted sample size features of this equipment have increased our previous capabilities. LTI’s materials engineers are now able to test with loads up to 10 Kg on the new Shimadzu Tester, including 200g, 300g, 500g, 1000g, 3Kg, 5Kg, and 10Kg using a Vickers (DPH) square-based pyramid indenter or Knoop elongated, rhombohedral-shaped indenter.
Microhardness testing is typically performed on samples that have been mounted and polished. The Shimadzu HSV-30/30T allows LTI to accommodate samples up to 2” in diameter into a single mount. We generally perform microhardness testing on metal samples, but other materials may be tested on a case-by-case basis. For more information, contact John Sculac at extension 181.