Barcol Impressor
Portable Hardness Tester

For testing : · Aluminum Alloys · Soft Metals · Plastics · Fiberglass Sheet, Tanks, Surfaces · Fire Department Ladders · Composite Materials · Rubber or Leather · Laminates · Lead

Portable The Impressor is a convenient tool for testing the hardness of aluminum, aluminum alloys, copper, brass and other materials including plastics and fiberglass. The instrument is designed for use on fabricated parts and assemblies as well as on raw stock.

Easy to Use No experience required; can be used in any position and in any space that will allow for the operator's hand. The hardness reading is instantly indicated on the dial, which is divided into one hundred graduations. No waiting, pre-loading or separate measurements.

Lightweight The Impressor weighs only 1 lb. 2 oz. The entire Impressor package comes complete with carrying case, adjusting wrench and two spare indenter points. The Impressor + case = 2 lb. 8oz. Shipping weights = 1.8 kilograms, box = 21 x 28 x 16 cm, dimension weight 2.5 Kilograms

Applications

GYZJ 934-1 “Standard” : for soft metals such as aluminum and its alloys, brass, copper, and some of the harder plastics and fiberglass. Approximate range 25 to 150 Brinell (10 mm ball 500 kg load). ASTM D­2583.

GYZJ 934-1-0-1 a variation of the 934-1 : has a "flat bottom" shaped support leg - used to sit on top of the crest of the round rung of a ladder eg a fire department ladder. Approved by NFPA (National Fire Protection Agency)

GYZJ 935 for the softer plastics and very soft metals.

Can be used in accordance with:

• ASTM B 648

• ASTM D 2583

• NF P 38-501