Hardness Testing

Hardness Testing

Hardness testing measures a material's resistance to permanent deformation, indentation, or scratching. It is a critical parameter for evaluating the mechanical properties of metals, alloys, and other industrial materials.

Service Details

Hardness testing determines how a material responds to applied force. A hard indenter is pressed into the material surface under a specific load, and the depth or size of the indentation is measured. The result indicates the material's strength, wear resistance, and durability.

Common hardness testing methods include:

• Rockwell Hardness Test – Measures depth of indentation under a heavy load.

• Brinell Hardness Test – Measures diameter of indentation using a hardened steel or carbide ball.

• Vickers Hardness Test – Uses a diamond pyramid indenter for precise measurements.

• Leeb Hardness Test – A portable method using rebound velocity.

Applications

Hardness testing is widely used in:

• Manufacturing quality control

• Welding inspection and heat treatment verification

• Material selection for pipelines, pressure vessels, and structural components

• Failure analysis and material certification

Our Hardness Testing Capabilities

Our facility is equipped with portable and stationary hardness testing equipment suitable for both laboratory and field applications. We perform hardness testing on:

• Ferrous and non-ferrous metals

• Welded joints and heat-affected zones

• Castings and forgings

• Coated and plated surfaces

All tests are conducted by ASNT Level 2 certified professionals following ASTM and ISO standards.

Contact Us

Phone: +91-9811159123

Email: info@mayankndtengg.com