Hardness testing machine

HARDNESS TESTING WITH SONODUR 3 – CALL FOR FREE APPLICATION TRIALS & DEMONSTRATIONS

Hardness testing machine

HARDNESS TESTING WITH SONODUR 3 – CALL FOR FREE APPLICATION TRIALS & DEMONSTRATIONS

The Sonodur 3 provides a unique solution for hardness testing using both UCI (Ultrasonic Contact Impedance) & Leeb methods.

The portable & rugged Sonodur 3 provides a reliable hardness testing solution for industries such as automotive, aerospace, heavy engineering, energy & power sector, tools, molds, steel, casting, material treatment, medical, naval etc.

UCI Test Method

  • The Sonodur 3 conforms to DIN 50159-1,2-2021, ASTM A1038- 2019
  • Measure in various scales such as Vickers, Brinell, Rockwell, Knoop, Shore, MPa
  • Conversion between various scales using ASTM E140-12b & EN ISO 18265:2019
  • Largest variety of UCI probes in the market:
    • Sono H – standard probes, from 10N to 100N with performance attachments such as long rods, thin tips & short body
    • Sono S – guided probes from 10N to 100N. Special attachments available for flats, tubes, bars, wires
    • Sono M – motorized probes from 1N to 8.6N with adjustable load times and accessories.
  • Standard and custom stands/attachments available for probes for high precision readings
  • High quality reference blocks in various scales test method

Leeb Test Method

  • The Sonodur 3 confirms to ISO 16859-1,-2,-3 2020, DIN 50156, ASTM A 965 2017
  • Conversion between various scales using EN ISO 18265- 2019, ASTM-E 140-2019, EPRI correlation-P91-2020 (HV5/HV10 with HB)
  • Calculation of the Vickers hardness HV from the L-value (LD & LG acc. to ISO 16859)
  • Bluetooth enabled probes:
    • HLG (2500N) 
    • HLD, HLD/C (900N)
  • Attachments available to adapt to different surface profiles
  • High quality reference blocks in various scales

Sonodur 3

  • Official material tables covering a large variety of metals, alloys, cast iron etc for quick adaptation and calibration 
  • All information in one place: Track all your readings, standard deviations, spans, graphs on a single screen 
  • Save and recall standard and custom calibration tables for different materials 
  • The instrument auto-recognises the attached probes for quick changeover 
  • Data transfer via WIFI, Bluetooth, USB and NFC to export test data to PC/other devices 
  • Android OS for familiar interface and ease of use 
  • Rugged industrial design conforming to military grade MIL-G810 and IP65
  • In built camera and play store to allow documentation/records & custom applications 
  • Long battery life for on-the-go use 
  • Wrist strap for ease of use

Call for FREE application trials & demo on your material

FIIND invites you to visit us/send material for FREE application trials and demonstrations. Using the in-house Sonodur 3 and probes, we will create an in-depth test report with recommendations for your test sample. In addition, feel free to take trials by yourself on your own sample!

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Using a MIC 10 or MIC 20? Need support?

We provide repairs, exchange offers and new probes for your instruments! Email us with your requirements.

Learn more about the Sonodur 3 by visiting our YouTube channel.

To discuss your hardness testing requirements, demonstrations and application trials, please contact our sales team.