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FM-X Series MicroHardness load-cell hardness tester

Producer: FUTURE-TECH

Category: Metal hardness measuring device Tags: Hardness Testing Machines, MicroHardness

FM-X Series Microhardness Tester is an advanced device specialized for measuring the hardness of materials on a microscopic scale. Designed with high accuracy and versatility in mind, the FM-X Series allows Vickers and Knoop hardness tests to be performed easily and efficiently. With automated image analysis and a user-friendly interface, this instrument is suitable for a variety of applications, from materials research, product quality inspection to failure analysis in various industries. industries such as metallurgy, electronics and aerospace.

Loading method using Load-cell instead of the conventional weight method.

By adopting the Load-cell load system, multi-stage load switching is possible.
The load switching work has evolved from the conventional dial operation to a smooth touch panel operation.
Any load can be selected when ordering. (within the minimum to maximum load range)
Equipped with a hardness conversion function.
During HV measurement, the conversion value to any scale can be displayed on the front panel at the same time.

Load range and test method

A type

10gf

1000gf
B type

50gf

10000gf

VICKERS

KNOOP

Brinell

MODEL LINEUP

FM-LX
FM-LXR

NEW STANDARD OF MICROVICKERS HARDNESS TESTER

Equipped with a built-in camera mechanism

Independently developed automatic identification with high performance dedicated software & PC measurement.
By removing the measuring microscope, the appearance is refreshed.
(R type with automatic identification reading function)

Test force by Load-cell

In addition to the conventional weight method, a lineup of models that adopts the loading by Load-cell and the multistepload switching have made it possible to achieve the heavy accuracy.
Multi-load type 50gf~10kgf various with a wide load range corresponds to various tests. (FM-LX series)

Tilted turrets

By adopting a tilted turret, the turret rotation reduces the risk of contact bewteen the sample and the indenter/objective lens.

Infinity lenses

In addition to the standard 2 lenses (×10 and ×50), up to 5 can be installed at the same time. (optional)
A wider range of measurement and observation is possible from low magnification to high magnification.

Dual indenters

Standard 1 | Vickers indenter (HV)
Option 1 | Vickers (HV) / Knoop (HK) / Brinell (HB)
Total 2 pieces of different indenter can be installed.

Capacitive touch panel

The main display screen can be switched by swiping.
Capacitive touch panel realizes light touch operation.
Measured data can be transferred directly by connecting to a PC from the output port of the main unit. Eliminates recording mistakes by operators.

FM-LXR

Next-Generation Microhardness Tester.
Built-in camera with an automatic identification reading.

Best performance and larger field of view is guaranteed and the high-resolution camera and dedicated software is equipped as standard.
The indentation is displayed on the PC/tablet and automatically measured.
Significantly reduces the burden on operators and individual differences in reading.

“ARGO” software main screen

Various data output such as PDF is now possible.
Access is restricted by operators' ID and password.
In addition, no complicated setup of conventional software is required.
Anyone can easily perform measurements without the need of complicated settings.

①：Measurement results, D1 & D2, conversion values for each scale etc. are displayed.
②：Displays the most recent measurement results in a list.
③：Various operations can be carried out for the operators to operate easily.
- Items are displayed with easy-to-understand illustrated icons.
- For load application & reading, lens selection, indenter selection, setting change of various species, data and image save & recall, it became possible to smoothly create reports, etc.
④：Live/saved image display screen.
- The use of a high-resolution camera improves operator visibility and measurement accuracy. Indentations on rough surfaces, which were previously difficult to read, can now be read in many cases.
- By making the aspect ratio almost 1:1, it is possible to display and measure wide indentations.

SPECIFICATIONS

Item		FM-LXR	FM-LX
Test load		8 load levels for A type: 10/25/50/100/200/300/500/1000gf 9 load levels for B type: 50/100/200/300/500/1000/2000/5000/10000gf * Arbitrary setting within the minimum to maximum load range is possible only at the time of shipment from the factory. Minimum set load: 1 gf for both types, maximum 20 stages can be set.
Test load switching method		Load-cell type
Loading mechanism		Automatic load/hold/release method
Load application speed		60μm/sec (Compliant standards: JIS B 7725, ISO 6507-2, ASTM E92: 15 to 70μm/sec)
Dwell time		5 ～ 999sec
Turret mechanism		Rotation: Automatic / Form: 15° tilt type 6 positions
Diamond indnter	Standard	1 Vickers indenter (HV)
Diamond indnter	Options	Vickers indenter (HV), Knoop indenter (HK) or Brinell indenter (HB): total 2 can be installed
Infinity objective lens	Standard	2 Lenses (X 50 & X 10)
Infinity objective lens	Options	Up to 5: (2 standard lenses + 3 additional lenses): X1.25 / X2.5 / X5 / X20 / X100 *5 lenses + 1 indenter or 4 lenses + 2 indenters
Automatic measurement camera device		Standard equipment (Details below)	–
Light source		Built-in LED light source
Dimensions		W283 x D480 x H620mm
Weight		45kg
Power supply		Single phase AC100～240V 50/60Hz