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Durometer

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Overview

Semi-automatic hardness testing system supporting multiple durometer scales (Shore A, AM, B, D, 000, IRHD) with integrated density measurement capability. Essential for routine quality control and material verification.

Example outputs

  • Hardness Distribution Chart

    Statistical distribution of Shore A hardness measurements from production batch showing normal distribution around nominal value.

  • Hardness vs Aging Time

    Progressive hardness change during thermal aging showing material embrittlement over time.

Specifications

Semi-Automatic Operation
Shore A/AM/B/D/000 Scales
IRHD (Micro and Normal)
O-Ring Test Fixture
Integrated Density Meter
Statistical Analysis Software

Applications

  • Quality Assurance
  • Reliability Studies
  • Failure Investigations
  • New Product Development
  • Incoming Inspection
  • Batch Verification

Key Capabilities

  • Hardness measurement (multiple scales)
  • Density determination
  • Statistical process control
  • O-ring hardness testing
  • Micro-hardness measuremen

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Use cases

  • Incoming Material Inspection

    Verifying hardness specification compliance for received elastomer stock

  • Aging Study Monitoring

    Tracking hardness changes during accelerated thermal aging per NORSOK M-710

  • Process validation

    Estabilishing hardness across molded seal cross-section

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