Micro hardness tester Qness 60 A+ EVO

RockwellBrinellKnoop/Vickers

Introduction The Qness 60 A+ EVO is a laboratory micro hardness tester combining Vickers, Knoop, Brinell and Rockwell testing with integrated advanced microscopy. The EVO variant adds automated workflows and high-precision XYZ positioning with glass scales for large automated measurement sequences and high throughput. QATM instruments integrate with the Verder Scientific IoT platform for remote monitoring, live notifications, backups and automatic software updates.

Product Advantages

• Wide test force range: 0.25 gf – 62.5 kgf
• Ready-to-Test package including ASTM+DAkkS certified Vickers indenter and HQ lenses (5x / 20x / 50x)
• Dynamic 8-position motorised turret for tools and lenses
• Qpix Control2 software with intuitive 3-step workflow and 3D operation concept

Key Features

• Modular activation of Qpix INSPECT microscopy features
• Fully automated unmanned test and analysis cycles
• XYZ axis control with direct optical path measuring system (table position accuracy ±0.2 µm)
• Variant A+ only: built-in sample image camera with automatic image acquisition (field 52 x 39 mm)
• Upright optic with Koehler illumination, white LED light and motorised aperture for optimum contrast
• Collision Avoiding System (CAS) for predictive 3D motion protection
• Double Z-axis concept: rapid dynamic approach plus high-resolution positioning for force application and focusing
• 8-position tool changer angled 20° for improved test-space visibility; modular indenter holders for plug-and-play retrofitting (Brinell, Knoop)
• Optional large slide for extended table (300 x 120 mm) and increased test height (up to 260 mm)
• Illuminated status display and LED test-space lighting (A+ provides uniform illumination for imaging)

Microscopy & Analysis Qpix INSPECT and Qpix Control2 provide integrated microscopy and evaluation tools including phase analysis, particle size determination, coating thickness and weld seam measurement, plus 2D/3D hardness charts. Features include automatic indentation recognition, high-resolution image stitching (HRI), automated object dimensioning and multiple evaluation modes.

Software & Connectivity Qpix Control2 is a PC-operated next-generation interface with a 3-step workflow (Load samples / Load row / Start). Integrated Verder Scientific IoT connectivity enables real-time monitoring, live notifications, easy backups and automatic software updates. Qconnect interfaces support extensive export options (REPORT, PDF, XML, CSV, Q-DAS, LIMS, OPC UA, etc.).

Consumables & Accessories QATM supplies certified test blocks, a range of lenses (XLED and HQ optics), sample holders (1/4/8 positions), prisms and vices optimised for serial throughput and repeatable clamping. DAkkS-calibrated hardness test blocks and calibration manager software are available for norm-compliant periodic calibration and documentation.

Technical specifications

• Test force range: 0.25 gf - 62.5 kgf (0.00245 - 612.92 N)
• Test methods: Vickers, Knoop, Brinell, Rockwell
• Test sequence: Fully automated / electronic force application
• Z-axis: Dynamic, automated (CAS technology)
• Z-axis travel distance: 150 mm (option: 260 mm)
• Throat depth: 170 mm
• Tool positions: 8-fold motorized tool changer (max. 3 hardness testing modules, max. 7 lenses)
• Camera system: 5 MPixel CMOS color, USB 3.0
• Optical system: Upright microscope with Koehler lighting; motorized aperture diaphragm
• Lenses: XLED 2x, 2.5x, 5x, 10x, 20x, 50x, 100x (Standard Achromat and HQ Semi-apochromat options; XLED optimized for Brinell)
• Field of view (depending on equipment): 0.074 x 0.055 mm (100x) to 2.80 x 2.10 mm (XLED 2)
• Sample image camera (A+): 5 MPixel CMOS color, USB 3.0 | Field 52 x 39 mm
• Test anvil / XY cross slide: Automatic cross slide
• Table size: 150 x 120 mm (option: 300 x 120 mm)
• Positioning accuracy: ±0.2 μm
• Traverse path cross slide: X 150 x Y 150 mm (option X 300 x Y 150 mm)
• Control elements: Emergency stop, Start button, Joystick X/Y/Z
• Software: Qpix Control2
• Max. workpiece weight: 50 kg
• Weight of basic device: 60 kg
• Included basic equipment: Vickers indenter (ASTM + DAkkS), HQ 5x, HQ 20x, HQ 50x lenses
• Interfaces: 1 × USB 3.0
• Power connection: 100 – 240 V ~1/N/PE, 45-65 Hz