HPSO
Shore Durometer

Durometer according to Shore for determining the indentation hardness of soft elastomers, soft elastic materials, medium fast textiles

Shore O hardness tester according 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 HPSO
  • Optionally available: Calibration certificate with calibration report

Standard Features

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

 Available Models

Model Shore Application
HPSO Shore O soft elastomers, soft elastic materials, medium fast textiles
 alternative
HPSA Shore A soft rubber, elastomers, natural rubber, soft PVC, leather, etc.
HPSA-R-M Shore A rubber coated rollers, rollers, and cots
HPSD Shore D plastic and medium hard to hard rubber materials
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
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: U-grooved 3/32”
Depth of indentation: 0 – 2.5 mm
Typical applications: Soft elastomers, soft elastic materials, medium fast textiles
Accuracy: ± 1 hardness unit
Application range: 20 – 80 Shore O
Standard: ASTM D 2240
Measuring spring force: 0.55 – 8.065 N
Test pressure*: Approx. 12,5 N
Display range: 0 – 100 Shore O units
Scale diameter: 54 mm
Working face: 18 mm Ø
Base plate: 45 mm Ø
Weight, net (gross): Approx. 300 g (approx. 500 g)
Dimensions: 50 x 58 x 113 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: HPSO-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 HPSO 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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