The Vickers / Knoop / Brinell hardness tester series Qness 60 EVO takes micro hardness testing to a whole new level: the high-end laboratory devices of the latest generation combine the best of both worlds – hardness testing and microscopy without compromise and with maximum operating convenience. The revolutionary optical system with color camera provides reproducible and reliable results every time.
The „M“ model is operated manually and offers excellent flexibility for single-piece testing and materialographic analysis of components of any size. This version is ideally suited when a high-quality testing device for is required for low sample throughput.
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There are decisive benefits in distributing vertical movement across 2 axes. Via the first Z-axis there is dynamic motion control, allowing the indenter to be positioned towards the test surface quickly and conveniently at up to 30mm/s. The additional second Z-axis in the QATM system offers a high-resolution positioning system for greater precision in force application and focusing.
Several labour-saving features are already included in the QATM base model:
Vickers
DIN EN ISO 6507, ASTM E-384, ASTM E92
Knoop
DIN EN ISO 4545, ASTM E-384, ASTM E92
Brinell
DIN EN ISO 6506, ASTM E-10
* not according to standards
Integrated conversions:
DIN EN ISO 18265, DIN EN ISO 50150, ASTM E-140
The QATM-developed, in-house manufactured lens system sets new standards. In addition to providing crystal clear image quality for micro hardness testing, Koehler illumination uses white LED light and motor-operated aperture shuttering to produce ideal contrast, even for high magnification images. The color-corrected high-quality lens series is used for structural analysis. There are also two camera systems to choose from.
Experienced metallurgists agree the image quality provided by the Vickers / Knoop / Brinell hardness tester Qness 60 EVO is comparable in all aspects with that of established sophisticated microscopes. The up-to-date concept and new lenses in the optic system enable the device to completely meet even the strictest physical ‘test system definition’ requirements in compliance with DIN EN ISO6507-1/2:2018.
Up to 8 different test diamonds or lenses can be mounted to the ultra-modern turret of the Vickers / Knoop / Brinell hardness tester. The compact structure is angled at 20° to guarantee excellent test room visibility.
Highlight: The newly developed hardness testing modules serve as modular indenter holders enabling plug-and-play retrofitting of Brinell and Knoop test equipment at any time after delivery.
Qpix Control2 is pioneering the ultra-modern software operation of hardness testing equipment and has been expanded to include intelligent measurement tools for lengths and angles. It’s ideal for establishing templates, and now also for the testing of welds. In addition, the optional INSPECT modules can be seamlessly integrated into the overall operating infrastructure:
The illuminated QATM logo displays the current device status at a glance. The range of flash intervals indicates whether the device is operating automatically or is free to be used for new tasks for staff all around the lab. Furthermore, not only does the LED test space lighting, installed as standard, allow samples and sample holders to be set up correctly, in the A+ version it guarantees uniform light intensity for sample imaging.
Unsurpassed in single-piece testing and limited series tests on items of all sizes: Simple operability and optional additions for microscopy make QATM Qness 60 M EVO a unique, high-quality, all-round package.
Enables serial predefinition of test programs with fixed numbers of test points. If required, also with a manual slide, digital micrometer spindle and positional return – as used for manual CHD progressions.
The intuitive Qpix Control2 M-Version software is included with each Vickers / Knoop / Brinell hardness tester Qness 60 M EVO to provide sophisticated functionality tailored to the requirements of semi-automatic hardness testing devices. Clearly organized batch management and the effective use of templates from a broad span of testing projects, test result structuring and a complete range of background project information. The easily-generated templates include all the required information on test patterns, test methods, item names and user field details.
The intuitive and user-friendly Qpix INSPECT software functionality provides a comprehensive toolbox for microscopic evaluations and result documentation. It can be customized for customer-specific measuring tasks and complemented with add-on modules.
Qconnect is the interface in QATM Qpix Control2 software, providing customers with a full portfolio of inter-device connectivity - from serial production, open XML interfaces (bi-directional) and pre-specified plug-in solutions, such as the QDAS Plug-In+, through to customer-specific connectivity solutions implemented completely by QATM. We have a professional solution for every applicational requirement.
Configure and optimize your lab workplace with solutions from the comprehensive QATM lab furniture range.
Highlight: The extremely resilient QATM work table with electrically-driven height adjustment is ergonomically adapted for use with the according hardness tester as well as up to 2 monitors and offers built-in cable management.
Premium quality in comprehensive variety. Independent DAkkS (ISO/IEC 17025) calibration according to DIN EN ISO and ASTM including software for periodic norm-compliant tests.
| Supported test methods | Vickers, Knoop, Brinell |
| Test force range | 0.25 g – 62.5 kg (0.00245- 613.1 N) |
| Test head control | Dynamic, 3-Axis-Joystick automated (CAS Technic) |
| Tool positions | 8 (motorized Tool Changer) max. 3 hardness testing modules, max. 6 lenses |
| Measurement types | Multi-samples, CHD, NHD, SHD, Single-, Row measurement, Decarburization, Visual test patterns + Welds, Dimensioning tools |
| Measurement types (optional) | Rings and tubes / Phase analysis, Layer thickness measurement, Grain size evaluation, Weld seam measurement |
| Sample image camera | 5 MP (Standard) |
| Test height / Throat depth | 145 / 170 mm |
| Test anvil / XY cross slide | Motorized |
| Table size | 150 x 120 mm |
| Traveling distance | X 150 mm / Y 150 mm / Z 145 mm |
| XY positioning repeatability | +/- 1.5 µm |
| Max. workpiece weight | 50 kg |
| Weight of basic device | 60 kg |
| Software | Qpix Control 2 |
| Power supply | 100 – 240 V, ~1/N/P, 45-65 Hz |
