Rockwell Hardness Tester Instructions
Not sure if you’re using your Ames Portable Rockwell Hardness Tester correctly? Watch this short video tutorial for a demonstration.
Which Rockwell Scale Should I Use with My Ames Hardness Tester?
Your Ames Hardness Tester is more versatile than you might think at first glance. You can swap out a variety of useful penetrators, and with the multiple barrel dials (on standard models) your ability to use your Ames Hardness Tester across multiple Rockwell Scales is virtually limitless!
Below you’ll find recommendations for which Rockwell Scale to use depending on the material you’re testing for hardness, and which penetrator, major load, and barrel to use.
Select Your Ames Rockwell Tester Type
Note: Ames superficial testers will only have ONE row on the Barrel Dial.
Rockwell Scale Conversion Chart
Download our handy Ames conversion chart to convert your Rockwell readings to Brinell and to determine which scale to test in
Comparison Gage Chart
Gage Number | Thickness in decimals |
---|---|
8 | .171 |
10 | .140 |
12 | .109 |
14 | .078 |
16 | .062 |
18 | .050 |
20 | .037 |
22 | .031 |
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