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BRINELL HARDNESS TESTING

Brinell hardness testing method measures a definite hardness characteristic of metallic materials. The test reading qualified by an accepted standard.  As a result it indicates a specific method by which the result was obtained.

While one popular hardness testing method uses a Brinell Hardness Number, (BHN),  data collected using a perfectly spherical hardened steel ball of 10 mm pressed against the test surface used. Finally a graduated low power microscope measures diameters of the indentation left on the surface.

While results of the test calculated use a given formula or looked up on prepared tables.  And simple as it looks, a precise testing method producing repeatable results. The theory of the method presented in the current Standard.  ASTM E 10, Standard Test Method for Brinell Hardness of Metallic Materials.

Furthermore, Brinell testing performed with machines firmly standing on the floor. Additionally, portable instruments in use to test parts on site. This type of portable instrument performs the regular test with the results just as acceptable as if they were obtained with the floor mounted equipment. See our  (Engineering ) page for applications relating to your equipment.

Reference:  PRACTICAL HARDNESS TESTING MADE SIMPLE 10 an International standard. Issued by ISO – International Standards Organization.  In conclusion available on this subject: ISO 6506-1 Metallic Materials – Brinell Hardness Test.

Rotary Service Company provides on-site Brinell hardness testing.