Shore Durometers Models

The new Check-Line AD-100 Shore Durometer is the genesis of years of experience offering high quality Durometers to discriminating users. Featuring an 18mm footer that offers high stability and conforms to all international standards, the AD-100 is the ideal durometer for a wide range of shore hardness measuring applications.

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The Asker C Type durometer is commonly used in checking the hardness of rubber material found in gym shoe soles. The Asker F Type durometer is primarily used to check the hardness of polystyrene foam. Analog and Digital Models available.

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The Barcol Impressor or Hardness Testeris a precision instrument thatmeets the following ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) standards: E140-97; D2583-75; B648-78: E140-97 Standard Hardness Conversion Tables for Metals; D2583-75 Standard Method of Testing for Indentation Hardness of Plastics by means of a Barcol Impressor; B648-78 Standard Method of Testing for Indentation Harness of Aluminum Alloys by means of a Barcol Impressor.

Fire Department version: The Barcol Impressor meets the following NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) standards: NFPA 1931 Design of and Design Verification Tests for Fire Department Ground Ladders; NFPA 1932 Use, Maintenance, and Service Testing of Fire Department Ground Ladders.

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The Type OO-R durometer is used to check the hardness of material that reads under 20 in a standard ASTM D 2240 Type OO. The Type OO-R is commonly used to check the hardness of extremely soft rubber, foam, sponge, and low-density textile windings.

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The DD-100 Digital Shore Durometer is the genesis of years of experience offering high quality Durometers to discriminating users. Featuring an 18mm footer that offers high stability and conforms to all international standards, the DD-100 is the ideal durometer for a wide range of shore hardness measuring applications. The DD-100 is supplied with a NIST traceable calibration certificate in foam-fitted carrying case.

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The Durometer Test Block Kit is designed to give the user the ability to develop the proper "feel", and, while they are not to be used for calibration purposes, they enable the user to perform a quick check for proper durometer operation. A large variation would indicate the need for recalibration of the durometer being utilized. This should be done in accordance with the methods indicated in ASTM D-2240. The kit consists of color coded test blocks each of which measures " x 2" x 2". The kit is supplied in a sturdy foam-fitted carrrying case with the true readings for each block on the inside cover of the case. At an additional cost, a certificate of conformance is also available for users who need documentation of tracibility to NIST. Single test blocks for other durometer scales are also available.

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The EX Series Shore Durometer isa Hardness Tester for Rubber and Plastic. EX Series Shore Durometer feature top design and precision manufacturing to bring you a reliable, highly accurate durometer. EX Series durometers feature portability, ease of operation, non-destructive measurement and optional peak indicators. They are heavy-duty with high repeatability for plastic and rubber hardness testing. EX Series models are available in Durometer Types: Shore A Hardness, Shore D Hardness and Asker C Hardness. Hardness is an essential characteristic of various rubber, elastomers and plastic products. The first step in using a durometer hardness tester is to select the optimum type based upon the material hardness.

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The HP Textile Durometer is a precision instrument that accurately measures the winding density of textile bobbins, beams, spools, spindles, cones, quills, dye packages, rolls, etc.

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The HPSA-R Durometer is used to measure the hardness of cots, pressure rollers and many other rubber coated rollers, etc. The correct Shore A hardness of the cots is a critical factor to get the desired yarn structure and quality. As cots are abrasive, the hardness should be checked from time to time as they age.

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Durometer according ISO 7619-1 for determining the Shore surface hardness of foams, steering wheels and inner linings of motor vehicles with hardness < 20 Shore A

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The ORF-1 O-Ring Fixturing Set is designed to enable the user to check o-rings with the combination of an A-scale Rex Durometer and a operating stand. The set consists of five fixtures and one set plug (for setting operating stand travel). The standard O.R.F.-1 set can be used to test O-Rings with cross sections of 1/16", 3/32", 1/8", 3/16" and 1/4". Custom and metric o-ring fixtures can be special ordered.

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The OS-1 Operating Stand is the ideal tool for repetitive or lab-type testing for users who must test either very large specimens, or test in a number of different durometer scales. The OS-1 Operating Stand, used in conjunction with a Rex durometer eliminates the operator error sometimes associated with shop floor durometer testing. The stand features a floating pin and includes the proper load weights required for testing in durometer scales (A, B, C, D, DO, O, OO, and OOO), as noted in ASTM D2240. The OS-1 can accommodate specimens varying in size from a : to 10 inches thick. (custom stands for testing larger specimens available)

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The OS-2 compact operating stand for durometers in the A, B and O scale is used in conjunction with our Durometers to eliminate operator error sometimes associated with shop floor durometer testing. The stand features a load weight for the proper testing pressure as noted in ASTM D2240, and a quick-lock column for easy adjustment. It can be used with either the provided specimen holder or the optional O.R.F.-1 O-Ring Fixturing Set (sold separately).The OS-2H features an a dampener that lowers the durometer at the same rate for each test, resulting in superior repeatability for all durometer test.

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The OS-3 test stand for type M durometers is designed for precise testing on type M samples. It can be used with either the provided specimen holder or the optional O.R.F.-1 O-Ring Fixturing Set (sold separately).

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The OS-4 Test Stand is designed for use with our type OO & OOO durometers. The stand, used in conjunction with our Durometers increases repeatability while eliminating operator error.The stand features a load weight for the proper testing pressure as noted in ASTM D2240, and a quick-lock column for easy adjustment.

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The OTK-AN Analog O-Ring Hardness Kit is the most convenient and accurate way to perform repeatable hardness (durometer) testing on thin materials as thin as 0.050.

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The Digital Complete O-Ring Hardness Kit is the most convenient and accurate way to perform repeatable hardness (durometer) testing on thin materials as thin as .050.

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The PTS-HP Precision test stand is designed for smooth, repeatable measurements for hardness testing applications. Additional Fixtures can be used to allow Force Gauges, Coating Thickness Gauges and more to be mounted.

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The QC Pocket Shore Durometer isa small shore durometer that can be carried at all times. Should it be dropped, even if not in its leather carrying case, it will not be damaged or become inoperative 99 times out of 100. Because the gauge is so durable, the QC comes with a lifetime guarantee. The key to the gauge's durability is its sliding vernier scale- there are no cams, gears, or levers to wear out. This vernier scale holds the maximum reading, and is especially useful for testing in hard to reach areas. The vernier scale is marked in increments of 5 points, and with a little practice, one can obtain readings to within 1 point.

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The RDC-1 durometer calibrator is designed to help durometer users obtain in-house calibration ability. The calibrator comes complete with weights for calibrating springloads of gauges in the A, B, C, D, DO and O durometer scales. It also includes an adapter which gives the RDC-1 the ability to calibrate durometers from many different manufacturers. The RDC-1 is a great way for durometer users to cut the costs of sending durometers out for calibration at the recommended yearly intervals.

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The RX-1000 Mini-Dial Durometer is both compact and easy to use. Its small dial face and included leather clip-on carrying case make it easy for an inspector to carry the gauge- for work around the shop, or out in the field. The RX-1000 durometer holds the maximum reading until reset by pressing the button at the top of the gauge. The max-hold feature and small dial size make the RX-1000 a good choice for hard to reach places, or for out of sight testing.


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The RX-1600 Durometer is a precision instrument that features a full-sized dial face for readability to within 1/2 point. The RX-1600 offers the maximum accuracy available in a dial model gauge at a minimum cost.

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The RX-1700 Dial Shore Durometer With Memory is designed to enable the user to observe and measure the "creep" present in a specimen. Creep refers to the tendency of the durometer indentor to continue to penetrate a specimen over time, giving lower durometer readings. For example, if the durometer is held against a specimen in full contact and with constant pressure, the durometer reading will decrease over a period of seconds after the initial reading is taken. So, in a specimen with creep, the initial reading may be 35.0 durometer points, while the reading after three seconds may be 33.5 durometer points. The Model 1700 features a max- hand and an active hand so that creep may be observed. The max hand holds the maximum reading while the active hand can be observed creeping down the scale. The 1700 is equipped with a max-hand reset button on the top left of the gauge.

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The RX-2000 Max-Hand Shore Durometer is the latest innovation for the testing of specimens with creep. The RX-2000 has a max- hand and an active hand for observing the creep characteristics of a specimen. What makes the RX-2000 unique is the magnetic-drag maximum reset mechanism. The user simply rotates the reset knob on the front of the gauge to clear the previous reading. The simplicity of the reset mechanism ensures a lifetime of use, and makes the RX-2000 the most affordable durometer for testing specimens with creep.

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The RX-2100 Tire Hardness Gauge is a precision instrument thatallows racers to quickly and accurately make checks of tire hardness. Unlike other racing durometers (which are just relative hardness gauges), the RX-2100 is calibrated to the ASTM D-2240 standard for durometer hardness and is traceable to N.I.S.T. Thus, the RX-2100 allows comparison with the factory tire specifications. The RX-2100 is a handheld gauge weighing only 4.2 oz. The indicator case, bezel, and barrel are all billet machined aluminum. The gauge is furnished with a carrying case and a one year warranty.

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The RX-BF "Big Foot" Durometer Foot Adapter is designed to increases the diameter of the foot from 1/2" to 1 3/8" diameter. One of the most common problems durometer users experience is false readings due to pressing too firmly on the gauge and imbedding the foot of the gauge into the test specimen. To make durometers a good instrument for testing in hard to reach areas, we designed our gauges with the smallest foot possible which is 1/2" diameter. This small foot makes it easy for an inexperienced user to imbed the foot of the gauge into the soft specimens thus obtaining false readings. One simple way to prevent this operator error is to install a Big Foot attachment onto the lower barrel of the gauge. The Big Foot is an option which can be ordered installed on any new gauge, or ordered separately. It includes a wrench and instructions.

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The RX-CLW Constant Load Weight is designed to slide onto the lower barrel of the gauge to give it a wider foot, and raise the mass of the gauge to the suggested 1k.

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The RX-DD Digital Shore Durometer is a precision Digital Durometer ideal for laboratory use. It features a large direct drive LCD display, RS232 data ports for computer compatibility, a locking feature to prevent accidental erasure of tolerances, automatic shutoff, low battery warning, and accessories such as MTI and SPC type printers, audio attachments and software

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The RX-DD-MS Digital Multi-Scale Shore Durometer is ideal for the technician that must perform hardness tests on various types of non-metallic materials, we now offer the Multi-Scale durometer test kit. The Multi-Scale base kit consists of an A durometer, and your choice of one of more color-coded barrel adapters for D, B, C, DO, O, OO or OOO scales. Changing scales is accomplished by unscrewing one barrel and replacing it with another - no supplementary calibration or adjustments are necessary. A test block, calibrated to the selected scale is also included. The block allows the user to perform quick functional checks on the instrument. The indicator and barrels are made in the USA, and are calibrated to the ASTM-D2240 standard for durometer hardness testers.

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The RX-MS Multi-Scale Dial Shore Durometeris used to perform hardness tests on various types of non-metallic materials. We offer the Multi-Scale durometer test kit. The Multi-Scale base kit consists of a Type A durometer, and your choice of one of more color-coded barrel adapters for D, B, C, DO, O, OO or OOO scales (see chart for applications). Changing scales is accomplished by unscrewing one barrel and replacing it with another - no supplementary calibration or adjustments are necessary. A test block, calibrated to the selected scale is also included. The block allows the user to perform quick functional checks on the instrument. The indicator and barrels are made in the USA, and are calibrated to the ASTM-D2240 standard for durometer hardness testers.

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The RX-MS-A-D-KIT is multi-scale durometer kit. It includes a type A and type D barrel along with certified test blocks in a custom carrying case. It is ideal for testing material ranging from soft rubber to hard plastic.

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The RX-SP Slim Probe Durometer is used for testing in hard to reach or irregular areas, we offer custom slim probe attachments for most Rex durometer models and types. The slim probe attachment can be modified to fit your specific needs or applications.


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The Shore A Durometer Rubber Hardness is Designed to measure Rubber Hardness in Shore A units according to ASTM D2240 specifications. Simply press the durometer in to the rubber sample to measure hardness. Rugged metal construction along with a proven design offers years of trouble-free use. Optional Memory Pointer holds peak reading until reset

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The Shore D Durometer Plastic Hardness Meter is Designed to measure Plastic Hardness in Shore D units according to ASTM D2240 specifications. Simply press the durometer in to the plastic sample to measure hardness. Rugged metal construction along with a proven design offers years of trouble-free use.

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The SWC-1 RX Lab Durometer Software is invaluable in helping to produce and analyze durometer hardness test data. The RX Lab Software, used in conjunction with the RX Digital Durometer and a PC, allows users to automatically collect, record, and print test data, create statistical information (tolerance, range, mean, variance, standard of deviation), and perform timed tests with a visual graph. The software interfaces with the DD-3 Digital Durometer through the provided RS-232 cable.

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The V-block and base plate is designed to allow precise measuring of small samples with a coating thickness gauge or durometer.

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The X High Performance Shore Durometer is a shore durometer that features portable design, ease of operation, non-destructive measurement and optional peak indicators. Supplied with 3 point NIST traceable calibration cert. The X High Performance Shore Durometer is a precision instrument thathas an accuracy of .75 point and is available in Type F for soft materials like sponge rubber and urethane foam. Asker models are available in ASTM D 2240 durometer Types: Shore A Hardness, Shore D Hardness and Asker C Hardness durometer scales.

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