Wilson® VH3300 Vickers and Knoop Hardness Tester


Wilson VH3300
Automated Hardness Testing System
Wilson VH3300 Benefits
- Ease of operation is facilitated by both the intelligently designed machine and the user-friendly DiaMet software
- 6 position star turret to achieve up to a load range from 10gf to 50kgf when configured
- Illuminated and calibrated optional overview optics
- Designed for testing to Vickers, Knoop, and Brinell standards
- Select from a wide range of objectives and their fields of view
- Collision Resistant System preventing indenter or objective damage
- Built-in overshoot protection
- All components and software designed, manufactured, and integrated by Buehler
Diamet® Hardness Testing Software


Automated
By prioritizing swift and simple operation for all users, DiaMet software can utilize high automation, ensuring flexibility for the future.

Fast
Achieving auto-focus and auto-measurement in 5 seconds or less, deliver the fastest test cycle for precise and efficient results.

Safe
Emphasize machine safety with collision-resistant indenters and objectives, ensuring safety meets flexibility.

Versatile
Optimized for Vickers, Knoop, Rockwell, Superficial Rockwell, Brinell, and K1c fracture as per ISO and ASTM standards.
Ordering
Wilson VH3300 | |||
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Configure your VH3000 Series Vickers-Knoop Hardness Tester and select from motorized stage sizes, vertical test capacity, optics, and load cell selections. | |||
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Part # | Description | ||
Main Unit | |||
W3210 | 3 objectives + 3 load cells, 0.010 - 50kgf load range*, Includes DiaMet workstation and 24" monitor | ||
Software Options | |||
W3100A03 | DiaMet Full-Automatic software package | ||
W3100A15 | DiaMet Enterprise software package | ||
Motorized Stages | |||
W3000SS | Standard Size (180 x 180mm) | ||
W3000SL | Large Size (300 x 180mm) | ||
Vertical Test Capacity | |||
W3200D01 | Height - 105mm | ||
W3200D02 | Height - 155mm | ||
Load Cell | |||
W3210E01 | 10N loadcell | ||
W3200E02 | 100N loadcell | ||
W3200E04 | 500N loadcell | ||
Overview Camera | |||
W3200F01 | Turret integrated camera for VH3300 - Includes Scan & Stitch function in the DiaMet software | ||
Additional Accessories | |||
W3100G01 | Indenter Holder (Standard) | ||
W3100G02 | SnapGrip Holder | ||
W9100687 |
Vickers Indenter (Vickers Indenter, ISO & ASTM Certified) |
Objectives | ||
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Part Number | Negative Mag. | Max. Field of View |
W5XLWDO | 5x | 3600μm |
W10XLWD | 10x | 1800μm |
W20XLWD | 20x | 900μm |
W40XLWD | 40x | 450μm |
W50XLWD | 50x | 360μm |
W100XLWD | 100x | 180μm |
*depending on configuration |
Specifications
Wilson VH3300 | |
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Scales | HV, HK |
Turret | Automatic 6 position incl. overview |
Indenter positions | Up to 3 (select) |
Test Load (select) |
Small loadcell (10N) 10gf - 1kgf Medium loadcell (100N) 50gf - 10kgf Large loadcell (500N) 0,5kgf - 50kgf |
Test Load Accuracy | ±1.5% < 200g, ±1% > 200g |
Force Application | Load Cell |
Dwell Time | 1 - 999 seconds |
Standard Compliance | ASTM E384, E92; ISO 6507, 9385, 4545 |
Magnification Range | 30X - 2000X with digital zooming |
Overview Camera (optional) | 0.25 x 0.25in [6 x 6 mm] |
Light Source | LED |
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