HPSA
Shore Durometer

Durometer according to Shore for determining the indentation hardness of soft rubber, elastomers, natural rubber, polyester, soft PVC, leather, etc.

Shore A hardness tester according DIN 53505, ISO 48-4, ISO 868 and ASTM D 2240

Durometer with large seating for accurate measuring

Special Features

  • The spring loaded outer ring assures a constant measuring pressure and eliminates false readings due to difference between operators.
  • Flat bottom prevent tilting and improves the measuring accuracy.
  • Shore hardness tester with 18 mm Working face diameter
  • Adjustable Min./Max. indicator marks to highlight the working range of the durometer HPSA
  • Optionally available: Calibration certificate with calibration report

Standard Features

  • Easy to use
  • High repeatability
  • Durometer with an application range of 10 – 90 Shore A units
  • Certificate of Compliance with the order 2.1 according EN 10204 is included

 Available Models

Model Shore Application
HPSA Shore A soft rubber, elastomers, natural rubber, soft PVC, leather, etc.
 alternative
HPSA-R-M Shore A rubber coated rollers, rollers, and cots
HPSB Shore B for harder material than Shore A
HPSC Shore C medium hard rubber, elastomers and plastic
HPSDO Shore DO plastic and medium hard to hard rubber materials
HPSD Shore D plastic and medium hard to hard rubber materials
HPSO Shore O soft elastomers, soft elastic materials, medium fast textiles
HPSAO Shore AO foams, steering wheels and inner linings of motor vehicles

 Indentor

Cone Tapered pin
 U-grooved Ball
Eindringkörper für Härteprüfer nach Shore A und Shore CShore A
Shore C		 Eindringkörper für Härteprüfer nach Shore B und Shore DShore B
Shore D		 Eindringkörper Härteprüfer nach Shore OShore O
Shore DO		 Eindringkörper für Härteprüfer nach Shore AOShore AO

SPECIFICATIONS

Indentor: Cone 35°, Ø 1.25 mm
Depth of indentation: 0 – 2.5 mm
Typical applications: Soft rubber, elastomers, natural rubber, soft PVC, leather, etc.
Accuracy: ± 1 hardness unit
Application range: 10 – 90 Shore A
Standard: DIN 53505, ISO 48-4, ISO 868, ASTM D 2240
Measuring spring force: 0.55 – 8.065 N
Test pressure*: Approx. 12.5 N
Display range: 0 – 100 Shore A units
Scale diameter: 54 mm
Working face: 18 mm Ø
Base plate: 45 mm Ø
Weight, net (gross): Approx. 300 g (500 g)
Dimensions: 50 x 58 x 114 mm (LxWxH)

Specifications subject to change without notice!

* Spring load of outer ring to create constant pressure

OPERATION

For measuring the hardness, the spring-loaded outer ring of the housing is pressed downwards until the edge of the ring meets the colored marking on the housing. This ensures a constant pressure and prevents measuring errors.

General:

The principle used to measure shore hardness is based on measuring the resistance force of the penetration of a pin into the test material under a known spring load. The amount of penetration is converted to hardness reading on a scale with 100 shore units.
As the depth of indentation is max. 2.5 mm the test material has to have a minimum thickness of 6 mm. If thickness is less stack some samples till you reach the required thickness.

ATTACHMENTS AND ACCESSORIES

Code M – Memory pointer

Memory pointer to capture and store value (last or highest reading) during measuring.
Order code: HPSA-M

 

 

 

 

 

 

 PSHP – Test Stand

Model PSHP for series measurements
– Spring loaded lever for fast, precise positioning
– Height adjustable 0 – 200 mm
– Stroke lever action 40 mm
– Dimensions 162 x 100 x 320 mm (LxBxH)
– Weight net: approx. 2,3 kg
Various plates are optional available,
ask for more information !

 

 

 

 

 HP-P20-100 – Control Rings for 20, 40, 60 and 80 Shore

To determine the displacement at 20, 40, 60 and 80 Shore.
Includes a base disk as basis for the control rings and an inspection certificate.
Order number: HP-P20-100

DELIVERY INCLUDES

Durometer HPSA with carrying case, Certificate of Compliance with the order 2.1 according EN 10204 free of charge, operating instructions in English or German as requested

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