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Models for Shore A, A0 & D

The Sauter HD is a professional, handheld digital Shore durometer designed to measure the hardness of plastics, rubber, foam, and elastomers. It offers models for Shore A, Shore A0, and Shore D, each equipped with a backlit display, Max hold function, and a robust, user-friendly design for repeatable and reliable readings.

Ideal for internal comparison tests, the Sauter HD is widely used in production, quality control, and research environments. For even greater accuracy, it can be mounted to a compatible test stand (sold separately).


Key Features

  • Available models: Shore A, Shore A0, Shore D
  • Max hold function captures the highest reading during testing
  • RS-232 interface for data transfer to PC (software & cable available separately)
  • Large backlit display for easy readability
  • Selectable auto-off or continuous operation mode
  • Battery operated – 2× AAA batteries included
  • Delivered in a protective hard carrying case
  • Minimum sample thickness: 6 mm
  • Tolerance: ±1% of full scale

Material Applications

  • Shore A: Rubber, elastomers, neoprene, silicone, vinyl, soft plastics, felt, leather
  • Shore A0: Foam, sponge
  • Shore D: Hard plastics such as Formica, epoxies, and plexiglass

Model Specifications

Model Hardness Scale Measuring Range Readability
HDA 100-1 Shore A 0 – 100 HA 0.1 HA
HD0 100-1 Shore A0 0 – 100 H0 0.1 H0
HDD 100-1 Shore D 0 – 100 HD 0.1 HD

Accessories (Optional)

  • Shore A Test Blocks: Sauter AHBA-01 (±2 HA)
  • Shore D Test Blocks: Sauter AHBD-01 (±2 HD)
  • Test Stand Shore A/A0: Sauter TI-ACL
  • Test Stand Shore D: Sauter TI-DL
  • Data Software + RS-232 Cable: Sauter ATC-01

Downloads & Resources

Sauter HD Digital Shore Hardness Tester
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