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HPE Type M/AM Digital Micro Shore Durometer – Ideal for Thin Walled O-Rings and irregular/thin flat material

ASTM D2240 (type M), ISO 7619 (type AM)

The HPE Type M/AM Digital Micro Shore Durometer is ideal for accurate, repeatable hardness readings on soft elastomers too thin or too irregular in shape for standard Durometers. The HPE Type M/AM Durometer accurately measures specimens down to 1.25 mm. The unique design minimizes material deformation. Test method conforms to ASTM D 2240-00 (Type M) and ISO 7619 (Type AM).

Qualitest’s line of digital durometers revolutionizes durometer hardness testing by utilizing state-of-the-art technology. A highly accurate force and displacement measuring system assures consistent results with accuracy and repeatability. Modular design provides for the ability to change test probes for multi scale testing.

HPE Type M/AM Digital Micro Shore Durometer – Ideal for Thin Walled O-Rings and irregular/thin flat material

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Application range

measurement method	application range	standard	min. thickness sample [mm]
Type AM	soft rubber, elastomer, natural rubber products	ISO 7619	1,25
Type M	soft rubber, elastomer, natural rubber products	ASTM D 2240	1.50

Specifications

measurement method	total force [mN]	contact force [kg]		indenter	penetration depth [mm]	measuring range
Type AM	764 ± 8,8	0,25	0 +0,05	30° ± 0,25°	1,25 ± 0,01	0 - 100
Type M	765 ± 17,6			30° ± 0,50°	1,25 ± 0,02	0 - 100 Type M 20 - 90

Technical Data

memory	300 Values
lowering speed	max 3.2 mm / s
resolution	0.1 Shore
service life	permanent operation with power supply 100 - 200 VAC; 50 / 60 Hz
test time	1 - 99 s
data output	RS 232 - 9600 Baud, 1 Startbit, 8 Databits, 1 Stopbit
dimension (lengh x width x height), weight	test stand: 160 x 200 x 360 mm, 3,5 kg measurement device: 160 x 80 x 140 mm, 0,7 kg

Options

Barofix quick center device for O-rings with a cord diameter from 0,6 to 8,0 mm with clamping down device, plexiglass pick-up plate (dimensions: 200 x 200 mm) and centering help official calibration certificate, in-house Calibration Certificate.

Scope of delivery

Device Type AM/M includes measuring device with loading device, serial interface cable, connecting cable, power cable, test stand, 4 x foot screws, transportation box.