Equotip® portable hardness testers – Leeb, Rockwell & UCI
Overcome the limitations of stationary bench top metal NDT hardness testing
Proceq’s Equotip enables portable hardness inspection of almost any object, polished parts and heat-treated surfaces. The hardness measurements are made by using the dynamic rebound testing method according to Leeb, the static Portable Rockwell hardness test and the Ultrasonic Contact Impedance (UCI) method. The rugged Swiss-made metal NDT hardness testers are designed for portable hardness testing in the lab, in the workshop, at production facilities or on site. Proceq’s latest innovation is Equotip Live featuring a wireless impact device, mobile app, real-time data sharing and cloud backup.
Since Proceq invented the Leeb hardness test principle in 1975, Equotip has become established as a globally recognized brand for portable hardness testing and a de facto industry standard. A wide range of different impact devices, as well as a comprehensive selection of test blocks and accessories cover most applications.
Description
Equotip Live UCI creates new opportunities for collaboration in portable hardness testing. The Equotip iOS app allows you to conduct measurements at a remote location and provide instant access of your results to your team.
Your Benefits
-Wireless UCI probe
-Instantly share your measurements and reports
-Logbook for full data traceability
Native Scale
HV (UCI)
Available Scales
HB, HV, HLD, HRA, HRB, HRC, HR15N, HR15T, MPA
Available Probes
Universal probe with adjustable test load between HV1 and HV10
Average Roughness Ra (µm / µinch)
12.5 / 500
Minimum Mass (kg / lbs)
0.3 / 0.66
Minimum Thickness (mm / inch)
5 / 0.2
Application
-Standard to large objects
-Round objects
-Light objects ( <2kg)
-Very hard object
-Cast objects
-Polished objects
-Limited accessibility
-Heat treated surfaces
Features
Instrument Firmware
iOS app including free updates
Hotspots with predefined shortcuts
Audio output of readings allow to keep mobile in the pocket
On-screen guides
Verification and calibration information for higher reliability
PC Software
Web browser-based Equotip Live solution
Display
Any compatible Apple® iPad (iOS 8.0 and higher)
Memory
Memory of iOS device
Connections
USB for charging and updates
Measuring Range
20 – 2000 HV
Coefficient of variation
Significantly lower than the limits set in DIN 50159 & ASTM A1038
Measurement deviation
Significantly lower than the limits set in DIN 50159 & ASTM A1038
Description
The world’s first full IoT portable wireless hardness testing solution with real-time data sharing, cloud backup and intuitive user interface. The ultra portable Equotip Live Leeb D impact device is perfect for use in confined spaces
Your Benefits
-Wireless impact device and clean user-interface
-Easily share your measurements and reports in real-time worldwide
-Logbook for full data traceability and to add media
Native Scale
HL
Available Scales
HB, HV, HRB, HRC, HS, MPA
Available Probes
Leeb D
Average Roughness Ra (µm / µinch)
2 / 80
Minimum Mass (kg / lbs)
0.05 / 0.2
Minimum Thickness (mm / inch)
3 / 0.12
Application
-Standard to large objects
-Round objects In combination with support rings
-Cast objects
-Heat treated surfaces
Additional Applications
Fire damage assessment
Marine industry
Transmission gears
Rolling mills
Thermal cutting
Testing of rail welds in combination with flaw sizing
For Internet of Things (IoT) and Industry 4.0 environments
Flanges, engine blocks, shafts, gears, landing gears, rolls, coils, bars, pipes and heat treated components
Features
Instrument Firmware
iOS app including free updates (visit live.proceq.com for compatibility information)
Hotspots with predefined shortcuts
Audio output of readings allow to keep mobile in the pocket
On-screen guides
Automatic compensation for impact direction
Verification and calibration information for higher reliability
PC Software
Webbrowser-based Equotip Live solution
Display
Any iOS device (not included in the delivery
Memory
Memory of iOS device
Connections
USB for charging and updates
Measuring Range
150 – 950 HL
Measuring Accuracy
± 4 HL (0.5% at 800 HL)
Measurement Accessories
Equotip Live Leeb D Impact Device Basic (358 00 101)
Set of Support Rings (353 03 000)
Verification Tools
Equotip Test Block D/DC, ~775 HLD / ~56 HRC, Factory Calibrations by Proceq (357 13 100)
Description
Air permeability tester for the on-site assessment of the concrete quality by mean of the unique two-chamber vacuum cell principle.
Your Benefits
-Rapid assessment of air permeability
-Totally non-destructive measuring principle
-Correlates well with traditional durability related tests
Measured Quantity
Permeability coefficient kT [10-16m2]
Applications;
-Concrete resistance to aggressive agents
-Effectiveness of coatings
-Assessment of fire damaged structures
Features
Instrument Firmware
Data transfer capabilities to third party software
Display
128 x 128 graphic LCD
Memory
200 measured values
Connections
RS 232 or optional adapter to USB
Measurement Range
-10 °C to +60 °C
Accessories
Adapter RS 232 / USB (390 00 540)
Description
Portable Rockwell hardness tester for scratch-sensitive, polished and thin parts. It features excellent sensitivity through small penetration of a few micrometer. Rugged touchscreen with enhanced software features and analysis functions.
Your Benefits
-Combine with Leeb and UCI
-Equally reliable, accurate and standardized but faster than stationary Rockwell hardness testers
-Ready-to-go reports through powerful built-in reporting feature
Native Scale
µm, µinch
Available Scales
HB, HV, HRA, HRB, HRC, R15N, HR15T, HMMRC, MPA
Available Probes
Portable Rockwell Probe 50N (can also be connected directly to PC)
Combination With Other Methods
Leeb, UCI
Average Roughness Ra (µm / µinch)
2 / 80
Minimum Mass (kg / lbs)
No requirement
Minimum Thickness (mm / inch)
10 x indendation depth
Application
-Standard to large objects
-Round objects In combination with special support foot
-Light objects
-Very hard objects
-Polished objects
Thin objects ( <5mm)
-Heat treated surfaces
Additional Applications
Prime mover hydraulic cylinder
Automotive parts
Differences in alloys
Accuracy for small components
Thin walled metal pipes
Composite materials
Steel rings
Watch components
Aging roadway metals
Heavy and bulky forging dies
Extruded aluminum
Medical wires
Small components
Leeb and Portable Rockwell combined
Thermal cutting
Gigantic saws
Features
Instrument Firmware
Personalized user profiles and views
Integration in automated testing environments (incl. remote control)
11 Languages and timezone supported
PC Software
Equotip Link allowing direct reporting and custom reports
Display
7” color rugged touchscreen unit (800 x 480 pixels) with dual core processor
Memory
Internal 8 GB flash memory (> 1’000’000 measurements)
Connections
USB host / device and Ethernet
Measuring Range
0 – 100 µm; 19 – 70 HRC; 35 – 1‘000 HV
Measuring Accuracy
± 0.8 µm; ~ ± 1.0 HRC
Measurement Accessories
Equotip Portable Rockwell Probe 50N (for Equotip 550 or PC) (356 00 600)
Equotip Portable Rockwell Measuring Clamp (354 01 200)
Equotip Portable Rockwell Special Foot RZ 18 mm – 70 mm (354 01 250)
Equotip Portable Rockwell Special Foot RZ 70 mm – ∞ (354 01 253)
Battery complete (327 01 033)
Quick Charger (external) (327 01 053)
2-in-1 Kits Special Offers: Equotip 550 Portable Rockwell & UCI Kit (356 10 020), Equotip 550 Portable Rockwell & Leeb D Kit (356 10 021)
Verification Tools
Equotip Portable Rockwell Test Block ~62 HRC, ISO 6508-3 HRC Calibration (357 44 100)
Description
Flexible UCI hardness tester for fine-grained material with any shape and heat-treated surfaces. The patented adjustable test load enables a wide range of applications. Rugged touchscreen with enhanced software features and analysis functions. Equotip 540 for regular basic usage without extensive reporting needs.
Your Benefits
-Combine with Leeb and Portable Rockwel
-On-screen feedback to reduce measurement inaccuracies caused by the operator
-Ready-to-go reports through powerful built-in reporting feature
Native Scale
HV (UCI)
Available Scales
HB, HV, HRA, HRB, HRC, HR15N, HR15T, MPA
Available Probes
UCI (Adjustable HV1 – HV10)
Combination With Other Methods
Leeb, Portable Rockwell
Average Roughness Ra (µm / µinch)
12.5 / 500
Minimum Mass (kg / lbs)
0.3 / 0.66
Minimum Thickness (mm / inch)
5 / 0.2
Application
-Standard to large objects
-Round objects
-Light objects
-Cast objects
-Very hard objects
-Polished objects
-Limited accessibility
-Heat treated surfaces
Additional Applications
Steam turbine generator
Thermal cutting
Features
Instrument Firmware
Profile view
One-step calibration
Automatic compensation for impact direction
Personalized user profiles and views
Integration in automated testing environments (incl. remote control)
11 Languages and timezone supported
PC Software
Equotip Link allowing direct reporting and custom reports
Display
7” color rugged touchscreen unit (800 x 480 pixels) with dual core processor
Memory
Internal 8 GB flash memory (> 1’000’000 measurements)
Connections
USB host / device and Ethernet
Measuring Range
20 – 2000 HV
Coefficient of variation
Significantly lower than the limits set in DIN 50159 & ASTM A1038
Measurement deviation
Significantly lower than the limits set in DIN 50159 & ASTM A1038
Measurement Accessories
Equotip UCI Probe HV1-HV10 (356 00 700)
Equotip UCI Special Foot (356 00 720)
Battery complete (327 01 033)
Quick Charger (external) (327 01 053)
2-in-1 Kits Special Offers: Equotip 550 Portable Rockwell & UCI Kit (356 10 020), Equotip 550 Leeb D & UCI Kit (356 10 022
Verification Tools
Equotip UCI Test Block ~850HV, ISO 6507-3 HV5 Calibration (357 54 100)
Description
Fully integrated and handy Leeb hardness tester with a compact and robust housing. Ideally suited for quick on-site hardness tests. Optional DL probe for confined spaces and recessed surfaces. Equotip Piccolo 2 allows the transfer of the data to a PC.
Your Benefits-Entry model for quick on-site tests
-Compact housing and automatic angle correction allow flexible use
-Comes with the high accuracy known for all Equotip products
Native Scale
HL
Available Scales
HB, HV, HRB, HRC, HS, MPA (Equotip Piccolo 2 only)
Available Probes
Leeb D / DL
Average Roughness Ra (µm / µinch)
2 / 80
Minimum Mass (kg / lbs)
0.05 / 0.2
Minimum Thickness (mm / inch)
3 / 0.12
Application
-Standard to large objects
-Round objects In combination with support rings
-Cast objects
-Limited accessibility With impact device Leeb DL
-Heat treated surfaces
Additional Applications
Fire damage assessment
Machined steel parts
Case hardened components
Building industry
Archeological inspection
Thermal cutting
Ancient Unesco Mogao caves in China
Features
Instrument Firmware
Automatic compensation for impact direction
Integration in automated testing environments (incl. remote control): Equotip Piccolo 2 only
Language independent
PC Software
Piccolink software (Equotip Piccolo 2 only)
Display
Monochrome 4-digit
Memory
32 KB (~ 2’000 readings) (Equotip Piccolo 2 only)
Connections
USB interface to PC
Measuring Range
150 – 950 HL
Measuring Accuracy
± 4 HL (0.5% at 800 HL
Measurement Accessories
Equotip Piccolo 2/Bambino 2 DL Accessory Kit (352 95 021)
Set of Support Rings (353 03 000)
Verification Tools
Equotip Test Block D/DC, ~775 HLD / ~56 HRC, Proceq Factory Calibration (357 13 100)
