Hardness test indenter

for Rockwell hardness testfor Brinell hardness testfor micro Vickers hardness tests

Introduction
QPREP indenters and associated test bodies (diamonds, carbide balls) are selected according to the hardness test method — Brinell, Vickers, Rockwell or Knoop. The QPREP range supplies certified consumables adapted to metallographic sample preparation and hardness testing workflows.

Product groups / Available items

• Macro test diamonds (with DAkkS/ASTM certificate)
• Ball holders with pressed-in ball — Macro (with DAkkS/ASTM certificate)
• Ball holders with exchangeable ball — Macro (with DAkkS/ASTM certificate)
• Carbide balls for exchangeable-ball holders — Macro (with DAkkS/ASTM certificate)
• Micro test diamonds (with DAkkS/ASTM certificate)
• Hardness comparison table poster

Selection & certification

• Indenters and test bodies are chosen to match the test method and load range: Brinell, Vickers, Rockwell, Knoop.
• QPREP indenters, test diamonds and carbide balls are available with DAkkS and/or ASTM certification to meet laboratory and industrial requirements.
• Available configurations include pressed-in-ball holders and exchangeable-ball holders for macro and micro hardness testing.

Downloads (available documents)

• Consumables (brochure) — English
• CONSUMABLES - US Version — English
• Verbrauchsmaterialien — German
• Consommables — French
• Consumables — Chinese version

Knowledge base
For detailed guidance on preparation procedures and hardness testing best practices, consult the QATM Knowledge Base which covers methods, calibration and maintenance recommendations.

Technical specifications

• Supported test methods: Brinell, Vickers, Rockwell, Knoop
• Product types: QPREP indenters, macro & micro test diamonds, ball holders (pressed-in & exchangeable), carbide balls
• Certifications: DAkkS and/or ASTM (depending on item)
• Category: Consumables for hardness testing
• Intended use: Metallographic sample preparation and hardness testing