The Microhardness Testing System That Makes Everyone an Expert

Newage introduces the new semi-automatic HMV-G21 microhardness testing system that is so fast and easy to use that testing will seem like a breeze even to inexperienced users. A single sample can be read in 0.3 seconds.

The HMV-G Series is designed for measuring the hardness of small parts and metallic structures used in precision equipment and processed surface layers, making it an ideal choice for metallographic research and product quality control.

Easy to Operate

The HMV-G21 is easy to operate and features automatic length measurement to ensure that everyone, skilled or non-skilled, can use the system without the risk of human errors that could have an impact on the test results. A simple test mode can be selected to start testing immediately just by setting the test force and duration time.

Fast and Reliable Test Results

The system features nine force types, test force duration times from 0 to 999 seconds, and an accuracy down to +/-1%. Standard Vickers or Knoop indenters are included. This intelligent micro-hardness system delivers accurate test results even on samples with a mirror finish or on samples scratched by etching.

Amazing Grace

The graceful and stable G frame that is devoid of angles disperses test loads uniformly and the inner direction offers a large workspace enabling easy testing of small samples as well as large samples. Due to the open G frame, long and narrow samples are no longer difficult to test.

C.A.M.S. for Precision

To reduce operator errors a built in CCD camera combined with the high-precision C.A.M.S. software provides for automatic and semi-automatic measurement of conventional microhardness impressions in accordance with ASTM E384 and E92 without actual operator involvement. On-screen features include enlargement of images for easy viewing and measurement as well as real-time statistical process control. XBar, R chart, chronological test result history with date and time “stamp”, histogram, average, standard deviation and Cpk are only some of the benefits offered by the C.A.M.S software.

A Variety of Functionalities

Newage offers a wide range of optional accessories that allow users to tailor the HMV-G21 into a microhardness testing system that meets their exact needs. Low forces can be tested from 1 gf to 2 kgf; the indentation test force can be configured seamlessly; and fracture toughness measurements of brittle materials can be performed easily.