Precision Quality Control: Rockwell Hardness Tester

At Punch Tools, we are committed to delivering products that meet the highest standards of quality and reliability. Every part we produce is carefully designed and manufactured to exact specifications, ensuring that you get the performance and durability you need for your applications.

Rockwell Hardness Testing for Superior Durability

A crucial element of our quality control process is the use of our Rockwell Hardness Tester. This advanced machine measures the hardness of tooling materials using a diamond-cone tip, creating precise indentations that help determine material strength. By assessing the depth of the indentation, we ensure that the materials used in our tooling are hard, durable, and up to the task.

What is the Rockwell Scale?

Rockwell Scale is an arbitrary, dimensionless measurement system used to evaluate material hardness. Unlike other hardness tests, it is not indexed to physical dimensions. Instead, the scale assigns a numerical value based on the depth of indentation made by the tester. The Rockwell scale provides a reliable means of evaluating hardness for a variety of materials, ensuring that parts meet critical hardness standards for their intended use.

Below is a sampling of different Rockwell Scale values for reference:

• Rockwell B (HRB): Commonly used for softer materials like brass, aluminum, and soft steels.

• Rockwell C (HRC): Often used for harder materials, including tool steels and hard alloys.

Our materials face rigorous criteria. Indeed, we only proceed with tool steel that is within 1-2 of the desired Rockwell value. As such, we pass on a better, harder, and more durable tool to you.

Why Hardness Testing Matters

Our materials undergo rigorous testing to ensure that they meet the strictest hardness criteria. At Punch Tools, we only proceed with tool steel that falls within 1-2 points of the desired Rockwell value. This commitment to precision means you get harder, more durable tools that outperform and outlast competitors, making your operations more efficient and reliable.

Ensuring Reliable Tools for Your Projects

By leveraging Rockwell hardness testing, we guarantee that every tool we provide is optimally suited for its purpose. Whether you need high wear resistance, strength, or reliability, our precision-tested materials ensure that your tools will exceed expectations.

Click to see our Knowledge Library