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NEW! Rugged Metal Body Portable Hardness Tester

Durable, All-Metal Portable Hardness Tester for Harsh Environments

Our new rugged all-metal frame portable hardness tester is engineered for challenging environments, including mining sites, pipelines, bridges, and towers. Despite its durable build, it includes advanced features typically found only on premium models, making it an ideal choice for both field and shop applications.

High-Performance Metal Hardness Testing

The Leeb PHT‐2100 metal hardness tester is specifically designed to measure the hardness of large, solid metal components. Combining fast testing speeds with memory storage and data output, this tester delivers high accuracy at an economical price. Note: Steel samples should ideally be at least 1” thick.

It is widely used by manufacturing engineers, metallurgists, and quality control inspectors to measure the hardness of metal components directly on site. Portable hardness testers are designed to evaluate large or installed parts such as castings, forgings, pipelines, and machinery components without removing them from service, allowing fast verification of material strength and heat-treatment quality during production or maintenance inspections. Modern portable testers can automatically convert results between common hardness scales such as Rockwell, Brinell, Vickers, and Shore, supporting standardized materials testing in industrial environments. 

Professionals value multi-function hardness testers for their color display interface, automatic probe recognition, and onboard memory that simplify measurement and documentation during field inspections. Compared with traditional bench-top hardness testers, portable digital instruments provide faster testing, on-site measurements, and automated data storage, helping improve efficiency and traceable quality control in machining, metal fabrication, maintenance, and materials inspection workflows. 

Wide Hardness Scale Compatibility

The PHT‐2100 supports conversion across popular hardness scales including Rockwell, Brinell, Vickers, and Shore, ensuring versatile testing across multiple materials and industries.

Operation - Metal Hardness Tester:

• Load the impact device
• Place the impact device on your test piece
• Push the button to begin testing and obtain a reading

Standard Accessories:

• Base instrument
• Impact device D
• Calibrated test block
• Custom carry case
• Cleaning brush
• Operation manual

Optional Accessories:

• Impact devices: DC, D+15, DL, G, C
• Special support rings for convex or concave surfaces

Functions & Features:

• Intuitive keypad operation with auto-identification of impact device
• Large LCD display with backlight for easy reading
• USB output for data transfer
• Automatic conversion to Brinell, Rockwell B & C, Vickers, and Shore scales
• Automatic mean value calculation
• Battery level indicator
• Memory capacity for 100 test groups

Specifications

Q&A

What types of materials can the PHT‐2100 test?

The PHT‐2100 can measure hardness on steel, stainless steel, alloy tool steel, cast iron, aluminum, brass, bronze, and various copper alloys.

Can the tester convert readings between different hardness scales?

Yes, it can automatically convert Leeb readings to Rockwell B & C, Brinell, Vickers, and Shore scales.

Is the tester suitable for field use in harsh environments?

Absolutely. Its rugged all-metal frame is designed for outdoor and industrial use, including mining, pipelines, and structural inspections.

How many readings can the tester store in memory?

The PHT‐2100 has memory capacity for 100 test groups, allowing easy data tracking and review.

What accessories are included with the tester?

Standard accessories include the base instrument, impact device D, calibrated test block, custom carry case, cleaning brush, and operation manual. Optional impact devices and support rings are available for specialized applications.