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Monday - Friday
9 am - 5 pm ET
(561) 320-9162
2-Year Warranty
All PCE-Brand Devices Include a 2-Year Warranty Against Manufacturer Defects
PCE-950 is a handheld metal hardness durometer used to determine the hardness of 10 different types of metal (i.e., cast steel, hammered steel, cold-rolled steel, stainless steel, cast iron, ductile iron, aluminum alloy, brass, bronze and forged copper alloy) according to the Leeb rebound method. In addition to Leeb hardness units, the metal hardness tester displays hardness measurements in Rockwell C, Rockwell B, Rockwell A, Brinell, Vickers and Shore hardness units.
- Measurement ranges: 19.8-68.5 HRC / 13.5-101.7 HRB / 59.1-85.8 HRA / 19-655 HB / 80-976 HV / 32.2-115 HS
- Hardness units: HL, HRC, HRB, HRA, HB, HV, HS
- Accuracy: ± 2% / Repeatability: ± 2%
- Impact device: Type D (integrated)
- Data Analysis Software
- For use with hammered steel, cold-rolled steel, stainless steel, cast iron, ductile iron, aluminum alloy, brass, bronze and forged copper alloy metals
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PCE-950-ICA is a handheld metal hardness durometer used to determine the hardness of 10 different types of metal (i.e., cast steel, hammered steel, cold-rolled steel, stainless steel, cast iron, ductile iron, aluminum alloy, brass, bronze and forged copper alloy) according to the Leeb rebound method. In addition to Leeb hardness units, the metal hardness tester displays hardness measurements in Rockwell C, Rockwell B, Rockwell A, Brinell, Vickers and Shore hardness units.
- Measurement ranges: 19.8-68.5 HRC / 13.5-101.7 HRB / 59.1-85.8 HRA / 19-655 HB / 80-976 HV / 32.2-115 HS
- Hardness units: HL, HRC, HRB, HRA, HB, HV, HS
- Accuracy: 2% / Repeatability: 2%
- Impact device: Type D (integrated)
- Data Analysis Software
- For use with hammered steel, cold-rolled steel, stainless steel, cast iron, ductile iron, aluminum alloy, brass, bronze and forged copper alloy metals
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Includes ISO calibration certificate
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PCE-2800 is a portable handheld material hardness tester or durometer designed for the quick and easy surface hardness testing of metals. This user-friendly device displays measurements in Rockwell A, B & C (HRA, HRB & HRC), Vickers (HV), Brinell (HB), Shore (HS) and Leeb (HLD) hardness units. It also indicates the tensile strength (N / mm²).
- Measurement according to Leeb Rebound method
- Measurement units: HLD, HRA, HRB, HRC, HB, HV, HS
- Measurement ranges: 350-800 HLD, 59.1-85.8 HRA, 13.5-101.7 HRB, 20-68.5 HRC, 19-651 HB, 80-976 HV, , 32.2-99.5 HS, 374-2652 (N / mm²)
- Accuracy: ± 0.8%, Repeatability: ± 0.8%
- Impact Device: Type D (external probe with 1.5 m / .06 in long cable)
- Data interface: USB 1.1 port; Internal memory: Stores up to 100 data sets
- PC-compatible software and data cable for analysis, reporting and archival.
- Printer is built into the device
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The Ultrasonic Contact Impedance (UCI) durometer PCE-3500 has been designed for the non-destructive hardness measurement of metallic components. A 136° Vickers diamond at the probe is stimulated with its self-resonance to allow the user to very accurately measure hardness of small items, thin-walled items (>1 mm), and surface-hardened layers. Small imprint after measuring for mirrored surfaces.
- 50 Newtons UCI probe / 11.2 lbf force, 10 and 98 N probes are options
- Tests HRC, HRB, HV, HB, MPa
- Memory function via SD card and included PC software
- Large color LCD display with back lighting
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The PCE-DDA 10 Shore A durometer is a portable handheld device used to check Shore A hardness in soft gums, elastomers, natural rubber, neoprenes, casting resin, white PVC, leather, etc. This digital durometer has a reading accuracy of 0.1 hardness units. The durometer comes manufacturer calibrated and can be optionally certified to ISO standards for an additional fee (see accessories for details).
- Portable handheld digital device
- For Shore A hardness testing
- Single and serial measurements
- Data transfer to PC
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PCE-HT-225A is a heavy-duty concrete hardness tester or concrete test hammer, also called a concrete rebound hammer or Swiss hammer, used to measure surface hardness and material compression strength. Suitable for use with concrete, rock and building materials, this rugged, manufacturer-calibrated rebound hammer is both easy to use and built to last.
- Test range: 10 ... 60 MPa or 100 ... 600 kg/cm² or 1450 ... 8702 psi
- Impact energy: 2.207 J or N-m / 0.225 kgf.m / 1.6278 ft-lb or Type N
- Impact stroke: 75 ± 0.3 mm / 2.95 ± 0.012 in
- Radius of spherical tip: 25 ± 1 mm / 0.99 ± 0.04 in
- kg/cm², psi, and MPa conversion tables
- Optional test anvil to verify accuracy listed under accessories
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The PCE-HT-75 durometer for concrete is easy to use and is fundamentally used in the construction industry as well as other industrial sectors (testing for Wickel hardness of rolls in commodities). This durometer in the form of a hammer device for testing concrete is based on the Swiss principle of measurement.
- Spring stretch: 75 ± 0.3 mm / 3 ± .01 in
- Measuring range: 10 ... 70 N/mm²
- Energy: 0.735 J / 0.54 ft-lbs
- Low strength concrete testing or Type L
- Indication of measurement: 0 to 100 (without dimensions)
- Maximum thickness of concrete (of the material): 70 cm
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PCE-HT 225E is a durometer, also called a concrete rebound hammer or Swiss hammer, used for non-destructive measurements of surface hardness and compression strength. Suitable for use with concrete, rock and building materials, this rebound hammer features a direct digital display, voice functionality, USB port data interface and memory for storing up 200 measurement values.
- Test range: 10 ... 60 MPa or 100 ... 600 kg/cm² / 1450.38 ... 8702.26 psi
- Impact energy: 2.207 J or N-m / 0.225 kgf.m / 1.6278 ft-lb or Type N
- Impact stroke: 75 ± 0.3 mm / 2.95 ± 0.012 in
- Radius of spherical tip: 25 ± 1 mm / 0.99 ± 0.04 in
- Data processing software included
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Calibration is the control of measurement magnitudes correction for 
a measuring instrument without intervention in the measurement system, or the determination of the systematic display deviation in relation to the real value of the measuring magnitude.
A calibration certificate is a document that confirms that the technical properties of test instruments comply with a recognized standard of measurement.
The introduction of International Standards Organization (ISO) 9000 brought about new requirements for quality control. As a result, many companies and laboratories must obtain ISO calibration certificates for their measuring instruments. An ISO calibration certificate is a controlled document that confirms that the specific test instruments meet the minimum requirements of the appropriate ISO standard. An ISO calibration certificate can be acquired for any shore durometer offered by PCE Instruments.
A durometer calibrator or calibration device must conform to national and international standards such as DIN ISO 7619, ISO 868, ISO 7619 and ASTM D2240. According to these standards, shore durometer readings must be within +/-1 of the point indicated on the scale. 
To perform correct measurements, a durometer must be calibrated regularly. The period of time between calibrations is called a calibration interval. It is the responsibility of each shore durometer user to determine and check the interval between calibrations. To determine the calibration interval for your durometer, consider the following factors:
- Measuring magnitude and allowed margin of tolerance
- Performance of the measuring instrument
- Frequency of use
- Operating conditions
- Stability of previous calibrations
- Required measuring accuracy
- Quality control requirements for your company or laboratory
PCE Instruments’ friendly and knowledgeable technical experts are available to answer any questions related to the process of establishing a calibration interval. However, as a guideline for best practice, PCE Instruments recommends a calibration interval between 1 and 3 years.
PCE Instruments is a trusted manufacturer and supplier of accurate, reliable shore durometer products. Each test instrument is calibrated and adjusted according to the highest possible quality standards by PCE Instruments itself, or by a first-class calibration laboratory partner.
The picture at left shows a sample ISO calibration certificate for a shore durometer
