Portable accuracy in more than 11 configurations

Each Ames hardness tester is individually calibrated. Behind the signed certificate that comes with each instrument is a painstaking process involving 70 to 100 separate readings.

Ames tester model numbers tell you the maximum opening (dimension A), and throat depth (dimension B). The letters tell you the type of tester or specific application.

"S" indicates a Superficial tester

"ST" indicates a Superficial tester for Tubing.

Test Specimens:

Traceable test specimens are essential for getting good tests. We sell only certified test specimens traceable to the U.S. National Bureau of Standards.

The Standard Kit:

Each Ames tester (as standard) comes complete with durable padded case, a set of hardness test specimens (3), 1 diamond and 1 1/16" ball penetrators, flat and "V" anvils. Models larger than 1" capacity also include a set of jaw opening adaptors.

Bench Stand:

Cast iron for solid support. Holds tester at a convenient angle, freeing hands for ease of use. Inner fibre sleeve won't scuff tester handle. Weight: 11 lb.

Penetrators:

For each scale, you need the correct penetrator. They are interchangeable.

Diamond Penetrator with 120° cone and spherical point:

• Standard - for Standard Scales A, C, D
• Superficial - for Superficial Scale N

Ball Penetrators:

• 1/16" - for B, F, G, and T Scales
• 1/8" - for E, H, K, and W Scales
• 1/4" - for L, P, M, and X Scales
• 1/2" - for R, S, V, and Y Scales

The correct anvil helps ensure valid readings by making sure work does not move during load buildups. Anvils are interchangeable.

• A - Raised flat for thin stock: ( 1/8": $50.00 US - 1/4": $52.00 US - Diamond: $ 425.00 US)
• B - Convex for tube stock: ( 1/2": $74.00 US - 3/4": $74.00 US - 1": $78.00 US)
• C - Round for larger round stock: ( 1/2": $ 74.00 US - 3/4": $ 75.00 US - 1": $ 78.00 US)
• D - Vee for small round stock: ( 1/2": $ 72.00 US - 1": $ 74.00 US - 1-1/4": $ 75.00 US)
• E - Standard Flat stock anvil: ( 1/2": $ 47.00 US - 1": $ 51.00 US)