Sauter HK Hardness Tester
113600
Sauter HK Hardness Tester
113600
Portable Digital Metal Hardness Meters
The Sauter HK series (models HK-D and HK-DB) are premium portable Leeb hardness testers designed for precise measurement of metals using the rebound method. Equipped with an external Type D impact sensor and advanced features such as automatic unit conversion, statistical analysis, and internal memory, the HK series is ideal for use in quality control, metal production, and field testing environments.
Key Features
- Leeb Rebound Technology: Ideal for metal hardness testing on steel, aluminium, cast iron and alloys
- Multiple hardness scales: Displays values in HL, Rockwell (HRB, HRC, HRA), Brinell (HB), Vickers (HV), and Shore (HS)
- External impact sensor (Type D): Allows 360° measurement orientation with automatic compensation
- Robust housing: Compact, durable metal design suitable for industrial use
- Display: Backlit matrix screen with real-time measurement, average, direction, time and date
- Memory: Stores up to 600 data groups, with 32 values per group
- Max mobility: Lightweight (approx. 0.45 kg), fits in the palm of your hand
Model Comparison
| Model | Sensor Type | Hardness Range (HL) | Display Resolution | Includes Test Block | Net Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HK-D | Type D (external) | 170 – 960 HL | 1 HL | No | 0.45 kg |
| HK-DB | Type D (external) | 170 – 960 HL | 1 HL | Yes – 800 HL block | 0.45 kg |
Technical Specifications
- Precision: ±1% at 800 HLD
- Minimum sample radius: 50 mm (or 10 mm with support ring)
- Minimum material thickness: 2 mm (with coupling on base)
- Minimum sample weight: 2 kg with fixed support
- Battery: 2 × 1.5V AA, up to 200 hours operating time
- Dimensions: 132 × 82 × 31 mm
- Operating temperature: -10 °C to +40 °C
Optional Accessories
- Additional impact sensors (C, G, DL, D+15)
- Support rings for curved surfaces
- Leeb test blocks (various hardness ranges)
- Data transfer plug-ins and BalanceConnection software
- Connection cable (Sensor ↔ Device)