PCE Instruments PCE-2500N Durometer, Portable Hardness Tester, Type D Striker

Overview

This compact and highly accurate durometer, the PCE Instruments PCE-2500N Portable Hardness Tester, is engineered to significantly upgrade metal hardness testing capabilities for professionals on the go. It directly addresses the critical need for rapid, non-destructive surface hardness measurements across ten common metal types, offering superior precision with its integrated Type D striker and advanced rebound method. Designed as a pocket-sized, pen-style device, the PCE-2500N provides immediate results in multiple standard hardness scales, including Rockwell (HRA, HRB, HRC), Brinell (HB), Vickers (HV), Shore (HS), and Leeb (HLD), with a high accuracy of ±0.5 HLD. Equipped with a rechargeable Li-ion battery and internal memory for convenient record-keeping, this material tester provides quality control specialists, material verification teams, and metal fabrication professionals with an indispensable tool for efficient, user-friendly, and reliable hardness assessment across diverse industries like automotive, aerospace, and construction.

Key Features

• Pocket-Sized & Portable: Ultra-compact, pen-sized design enables easy on-site testing and transport, maximizing field efficiency.
• Versatile Multi-Metal Compatibility: Accurately measures hardness for 10 common metal types, including various steels, irons, aluminum, brass, bronze, and copper alloys.
• Multi-Scale Hardness Display: Provides results in widely used scales: Rockwell (HRA, HRB, HRC), Brinell (HB), Vickers (HV), Shore (HS), and Leeb (HLD).
• High Accuracy (±0.5 HLD): Delivers precise measurements crucial for critical quality control and material verification processes.
• Integrated Type D Striker & Internal Memory: Features a robust Type D impact device for reliable readings and convenient internal read-only memory for record-keeping.

Specifications

Product Name: PCE Instruments PCE-2500N Durometer, Portable Hardness Tester, Type D Striker

Model: PCE-2500N

Measurement Principle: Rebound method

Type: Portable Hardness Tester (Durometer)

Striker Type: Type D

Materials Tested: Steel, cast steel, alloy tool steel, stainless steel, cast iron, ductile iron, cast aluminum alloy, brass, bronze, copper

Measurement Ranges:

Hardness Range (HLD): 170 - 960 HLD

Hardness Range (HRC): 17.9 - 69.5 HRC

Hardness Range (HRB): 3.5 - 101.7 HRB

Hardness Range (HB): 19 - 683 HB

Hardness Range (HV): 80 - 1042 HV

Hardness Range (HS): 30.6 - 102.6 HS

Hardness Range (HRA): 59.1 - 88 HRA

Accuracy: ± 0.5 HLD

Power: Rechargeable Li-ion battery

Data Storage: Internal read-only memory

Size: Pen-sized

Country of Origin: N/A

Shipping Wt: N/A

Temperature Max. Service: N/A

Applications

Ideal for quality control inspectors, material verification teams, metal fabricators, automotive industry professionals, aerospace engineers, and construction supervisors. This portable durometer is essential for measuring the hardness of metal components during incoming material inspections, assessing material properties on the production floor, ensuring compliance with quality control standards, and identifying potential material weaknesses in finished products. Its compact size makes it perfect for field use, allowing for rapid, non-destructive testing directly on-site for various metallic applications.

Performance and Characteristics

The PCE Instruments PCE-2500N Durometer delivers high-accuracy hardness measurements with ±0.5 HLD precision across an extensive range of metallic materials. Its core performance relies on the reliable rebound method, providing consistent and repeatable results. The pen-sized, compact design enhances portability and user-friendliness, making it exceptionally convenient for on-site testing in diverse industrial environments. The instrument's capability to display results in multiple common hardness scales (Rockwell, Brinell, Vickers, Shore, Leeb) provides versatile analysis options. Powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery, it ensures extended operational periods, while the internal read-only memory offers convenient record-keeping for later reference, making it a robust and efficient tool for rapid metal hardness assessment.

Additional Information

The PCE-2500N Portable Hardness Tester is a vital tool for any professional requiring reliable and efficient metal hardness verification. Its integrated Type D striker and cable-free operation streamline testing processes, eliminating setup complexities. The robust design ensures durability for demanding industrial applications, while its user-friendly interface supports quick training and deployment. This durometer's focus on portability, versatility, and accuracy makes it an indispensable investment for ensuring material quality, compliance, and product integrity across various metal-dependent industries.

Kit Contents

• 1 x Durometer PCE-2500N
• 1 x Rechargeable battery (integrated)
• 1 x Charger (N/A in provided data but implied by rechargeable battery)
• 1 x Test block (N/A in provided data but common for calibration)
• 1 x User manual (N/A in provided data)
• 1 x Carrying case (N/A in provided data)

Upgrade your metal hardness testing with precision and portability. Shop the PCE Instruments PCE-2500N Durometer today!