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The Barcol Impressor is a simple, portable hardness tester that is used
by industrial and commercial customers. The Impressor has been a
standard in the industry for testing raw material or field testing of
final products, such as fiberglass panels, plastic extrusions, aluminum
profiles, and related materials. Compliant with the National Fire
Protection Association, NFPA1932, the Impressor is a proven device for
field testing of fire ladders after being exposed to high temperatures. |
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Aluminum
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Aluminum Alloys
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Soft Metals
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Plastics
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Fiberglass
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Fire Department Ladders
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Composite Materials
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Rubber or Leather
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Introduction
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Portable: The Impressor is a convenient tool for
testing the hardness of aluminum, aluminum alloys, copper, brass and
other materials including plastics and fiberglass. The instrument is
designed for use on fabricated parts and assemblies as well as on
raw stock.
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Easy to use: No experience required; can be used in
any position and in any space that will allow for the operator's
hand. The hardness reading is instantly indicated on the dial, which
is divided into one hundred graduations. No waiting, pre-loading or
separate measurements.
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Light weight: The impressor weighs only 1 lb. 2 oz.
and comes complete with carrying case, adjusting wrench and two
spare indenter points, 2 lb. 8oz.
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Four Barcol Hardness Tester (Impressor) Models Available:
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GYZJ 934-1 for
soft metals such as aluminum and its alloys, brass, copper, and some
of the harder plastics and fiberglass. Approximate range 25 to 150
Brinell (10 mm ball 500 kg load). This unit meets American Society
for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard D2583
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GYZJ 934-1-0-1 a
variation of the 934-1 that has a "flat bottom" shaped support leg.
This is used to sit on top of the crest the round rung of a ladder
such as a fire department ladder.
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GYZJ 935 for
the softer plastics and very soft metals.
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GYZJ 936 for
extremely soft materials such as lead, linoleum and leather.
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