BAQ Digital Barcol Hardness Tester
The BAQ Digital Barcol Hardness Tester is an advanced portable indentation hardness tester developed on the foundation of the traditional Barcol impressor. Fully compliant with JJG610-2013 and ASTM B648-10(2015) standards, it features a clear digital display for direct hardness readings on aluminum, aluminum alloys, fiber-reinforced plastics (FRP/GRP), and rigid plastics.
Online Catalog ↗ Not sure this is the right one? Find it in 3 questions →BAQ Digital Barcol Hardness Tester – Key Features
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Clear Digital Display: Displays hardness readings directly on the digital screen, eliminating optical reading errors inherent in dial gauges.
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Automatic Scale Conversion: Features a dedicated conversion button to instantly convert Barcol readings (HBa) to Webster (HW), Vickers (HV), Brinell (HBW), and Rockwell (HRE) scales.
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Simplified Full-Scale Calibration: Features a full-scale adjustment button and external calibration screw, allowing quick calibration without removing the instrument casing.
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Ergonomic Die-Casting Alloy Shell: Durable, lightweight alloy body designed for comfortable one-handed operation on the shop floor.
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High Precision & Resolution: Delivers 0.1 HBa resolution across an effective range equivalent to Brinell 25-150 HBW.
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Standard Compliance: Fully compliant with JJG610-2013 and ASTM B648 standards.
Application Areas & Materials
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Aluminum & Aluminum Alloys: Pure aluminum, soft/hard aluminum alloys, extrusions, sheets, and castings.
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Composites & Rigid Plastics: Fiber-reinforced plastics (FRP/GRP), rigid polymers, and structural composite panels.
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Large & Assembled Structures: Single-sided indentation testing requiring no backing support for large plates and assembled components.
Technical Specifications
Testing Range: 0 – 100 HBa (Effective range: 35 – 92 HBa, equivalent to 25 – 150 HBW)
Resolution: 0.1 HBa
Indication / Repeatability Error: ±2 HBa (at 42-48 HBa); ±1 HBa (at 81-88 HBa)
Indication / Repeatability Error: ±2 HBa (at 42-48 HBa); ±1 HBa (at 81-88 HBa)
Power Supply: 3 AAA batteries
Net Weight: 1.0 kg
Origin: BAQ GmbH / Germany
Standard Scope of Supply
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Digital Barcol Hardness Tester Main Unit
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High-Value Standard Hardness Block (1 pc)
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Low-Value Standard Hardness Block (1 pc)
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Calibration Wrench
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Spare Indenters (2 pcs)
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Supporting Foot
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Protective Carrying Case
Not Sure Which Hardness Testing Method Fits Your Application?
Learn more about the differences between Ultrasonic (UCI), Leeb (Rebound), Webster, and Barcol methods, and discover which technology delivers the best accuracy for your components in our expert guide:
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Rebound (Leeb) Hardness Testers (For heavy castings, forgings, and massive steel structures)
Webster Pincer Hardness Testers (For aluminum extrusions, pipes, and sheet metals)
Barcol Hardness Testers (For FRP/GRP composites, aluminum, and rigid plastics)
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