High-quality hardness test blocks are vital for companies and institutions in the West Midlands to maintain the accuracy and reliability of their hardness testing machines. Our hardness test blocks, also known as reference blocks, are used in indirect calibration methods and daily equipment inspections to provide exact hardness measurements, which are required for quality control in a variety of sectors.
Shop nowIndentec hardness test blocks provide a constant and low fluctuation in hardness, calibrated with a limited measurement error to meet the most rigorous criteria. This quality assures consistency and operational reliability, whether you are performing routine testing or calibrating complex machinery in the West Midlands. We provide a complete line of hardness test blocks, all packaged and verified, including:
Our test blocks cover the complete spectrum of hardness testing methods, scales, and values, meeting the rigorous demands of West Midlands industries.
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Hardness values, derived from each testing technique, represent a material’s resistance to indentation. These values are essential for selecting appropriate materials and verifying that components meet durability and performance standards. Typical hardness values include:
The Vickers Hardness Test is a method used to assess a material’s resistance to permanent indentation using a diamond indenter with a pyramidal shape to create a small indentation on the test block surface. The Vickers Hardness Number (HV) is determined by measuring the dimensions and applied load, with the diagonals measured according to the load used. This method provides consistent indentation values, making it suitable for various industries.
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The Brinell Hardness Test is a method used to determine the hardness of materials with narrow hardness ranges, such as castings, softer steels, and non-ferrous metals. It uses a hard metal ball to create an indent on a sample material and measures the size of the imprint left on the sample. The test uses a test force ranging from 1 kg to 3000 kg applied to the specimen for a specified holding time.
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The Knoop Hardness Test uses a pyramid-shaped diamond indenter to create a small indentation on a material’s surface, which is pressed into the material using a specific load. This test is particularly useful for determining the hardness of thin or delicate materials, as it produces smaller indentations and allows for precise assessment of the material’s resistance.
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The Rockwell Hardness Test is a precision method that uses a diamond-tipped indenter to measure the distance it indents into a material under different loads. The deeper the indentation, the softer the material. Hardness describes how well the material resists the load and the amount of permanent indentation caused. The Rockwell Harness test offers over 12 methods, each using specific loads and indenters to analyse diverse materials.
Our hardness test blocks meet these standards and are in use worldwide across numerous industries, ensuring consistency and reliability for each application.
Our hardness test blocks are trusted across key industries in the West Midlands:
Partner with us to ensure both the reliability and quality of your hardness testing equipment. With our certified hardness test blocks, your West Midlands business will be able to determine hardness with exceptional accuracy and performance.
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Hardness test blocks are precision-engineered samples with a known hardness value. They serve to calibrate and validate the performance of hardness testing machines, ensuring consistent and accurate readings.
In the calibration process, a hardness test block is positioned beneath the machine’s indenter, which then measures its hardness. The result is compared with the block’s certified hardness value, allowing verification that the testing machine delivers accurate measurements.
Hardness test blocks come in various shapes, such as cylindrical, rectangular, and spherical forms, and are made from materials like steel, tungsten carbide, or ceramics to suit different testing requirements.
To maintain measurement accuracy, it’s recommended to calibrate hardness testing machines at set intervals—typically once a year or after a defined number of uses—using certified hardness test blocks.
We provide hardness testing solutions and hardness test blocks across the UK and internationally. Some areas we service include: The West Midlands, Worcester, Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Reading, Slough and many more.
