Bms Bulut Makina HARTIP-4100 Quick start guide

HARTIP-4100
PORTABLE HARDNESS TESTER
BMS Bulut Makina Sanayi Ve Ticaret Ltd. Şti.
İkitelli Organize Sanayi Bölgesi Dolapdere Sanayi Sitesi
Ada 4 No : 7-9 Başakşehir / İSTANBUL
Tel : [phone] / 25 Fax : [phone]
Web site: www.bulutmak.com e-mail: [email protected]
OPERATIONAL MANUAL

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1. FOREWORDS ...............................................................................................................................................2
1.1. HISTORY........................................................................................................................................................... 2
1.2. LEEB HARDNESS TEST (DEFINITION)....................................................................................................................... 2
1.3. NOTATION OF LEEB’S HARDNESS ........................................................................................................................... 2
2. FEATURES AND APPLICATIONS.....................................................................................................................3
2.1. INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................................................. 3
2.2. SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................. 3
2.3. APPLICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................... 3
3. SYMBOLS AND ILLUSTRATIONS....................................................................................................................4
3.1. SYMBOLS AND ILLUSTRATIONS .............................................................................................................................. 4
3.2. MEASUREMENT AND CONVERSION TABLE............................................................................................................... 4
4. PREPARATION BEFORE MEASURING ............................................................................................................4
4.1. REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SAMPLE .......................................................................................................................... 4
4.2. REQUIREMENTS FOR THE WEIGHT OF THE SAMPLE..................................................................................................... 4
4.3. REQUIREMENT FOR THE SURFACE HARDENED LAYER OF THE SAMPLE ............................................................................. 5
4.4. SAMPLES WITH CURVED SURFACES ........................................................................................................................ 5
5. OPERATION .................................................................................................................................................6
5.1. LAYOUT OF INSTRUMENT ..................................................................................................................................... 6
5.2. BUTTON DESCRIPTION......................................................................................................................................... 6
5.3. STRUCTURE OF MENUS ....................................................................................................................................... 7
5.4. ICONS DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................................................................... 8
5.5. MEASUREMENT SCREEN...................................................................................................................................... 8
5.6. LANGUAGE MENU............................................................................................................................................ 11
5.7. CONFIGURATION MENU .................................................................................................................................... 11
5.8. MENU ........................................................................................................................................................... 18
5.9. SHORTCUTS .................................................................................................................................................... 25
6. OPERATION ...............................................................................................................................................25
6.1. START/SHUTDOWN .......................................................................................................................................... 26
6.2. OPERATION OF PROBE ...................................................................................................................................... 26
6.3. RE-READ, SAVE, DELETE AND PRINT MEASUREMENTS ............................................................................................. 27
6.4. UPLOAD MEASUREMENT TO COMPUTER .............................................................................................................. 29
6.4.1. DRIVER INSTALLATION ....................................................................................................................................... 29
6.4.2. SOFTWARE INSTALLATION .................................................................................................................................. 29
6.4.3. START PC SOFTWARE ........................................................................................................................................ 29
7. MAINTENANCE OF PROBE .........................................................................................................................30
8. ACCESSORIES.............................................................................................................................................30
8.1. THERMAL PRINTER ........................................................................................................................................... 30
8.2. SHAPED SUPPORT RING .................................................................................................................................... 32
9. CALIBRATION OF INSTRUMENT .................................................................................................................33
9.1. CALIBRATION APPLICATIONS ............................................................................................................................... 33
9.2. SETTING OF CALIBRATION .................................................................................................................................. 33
10. Q&A ..........................................................................................................................................................33
10.1. ABOUT CONFIGURATION MENU.......................................................................................................................... 33
10.2. ABOUT MENU................................................................................................................................................. 33
10.3. ABOUT WIRELESS APPLICATIONS......................................................................................................................... 34
10.4. ABOUT USB COMMUNICATION .......................................................................................................................... 34
10.5. ABOUT MEASUREMENTS ................................................................................................................................... 34
10.6. WIRELESS MICRO PRINTER................................................................................................................................. 35

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1. Forewords
1.1. History
The Leeb measuring method was first brought into measurement technology in 1978. It is defined as
the quotient of an impact body’s rebound velocity over its impact velocity, multiplied by 1000. Harder
materials produce a higher rebound velocity than softer materials. For a specific group of material (e.g. steel,
aluminum. etc.), Leeb hardness value represents a direct relationship to its hardness properties. For ordinary
metal, conversion curves of hardness HL versus other standard static hardness (HB, HV, HRC, etc.) are
available, enabling you to convert HL into other hardness values.
1.2. Leeb Hardness Test (definition)
An impact body with a spherical test tip made of tungsten carbide is propelled against the sample
surface by a spring force and then rebounds back. At a distance of 1mm from the sample surface, the impact
and rebound velocity of the impact body are measured by the following method: A permanent magnet
embedded in the impact body, when passing through the coil in its coil holder, induces in the coil an electric
voltage proportional to the velocities of the magnet. Leeb hardness is expressed by the following formula:
1000*
Vi
Vr
HL 
Where:
HL is Leeb Hardness
Vr is the rebound velocity of the impact body
Vi is the impact velocity of the impact body
The voltage characteristic of output signal, when the impact body passes through the induction coil is
illustrated in the following figure:
Voltage characteristic of output signal
A Leeb’s Hardness Tester measures the hardness of sample material in terms of Hardness Leeb (HL),
which can be converted into other Hardness units (Rockwell B and C, Vickers, Brinell and Shore D).
1.3. Notation of Leeb’s Hardness
When measuring the hardness of a sample material using the traditional static hardness testing method,
a change of applied pressure will result in a change in the hardness reading. This will also happen during a
Leeb’s Hardness test when one changes the impact device. In hardness measurement of the same test sample
with different impact devices, the Leeb’s hardness values obtained will vary.
For example: 720HLD≠720HLC
Because different converting curves are obtained from different impact devices, when converting
hardness HL into another hardness values, the notation for the converted hardness value should include the
impact device used.
For example:
Hardness HRC converted from hardness L using impact device D should be written as 35, 9 HRCLD.
Where:
35=Hardness value HL
9=Hardness value HRC
L=Leeb’s Method
D=Impact device

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2. Features and Applications
2.1. Introduction
This instrument is an advanced state-of-the-art palm sized metal hardness tester with many new features
which are light weight, easy operation, integrated design, high contrast display, low operating temperature,
auto compensating for impact direction and etc. It can be widely used for measuring hardness of almost all
ferrous and non-ferrous metal materials for scale of Leeb hardness, Rockwell C, B &A, Brinell, Vickers,
Shore and Strength.
It has a memory which can be downloaded to computer via USB port or wirelessly. The measuring value can
be printed out from tester to micro-printer or from PC. All stored data can be recalled and read on the tester
easily.
It also has a very unique feature, its impact device can convert between D and DL simply by changing
impact body. This two-in-one probe is equivalent to two individual probes. With this optional accessory, you
can take measurement at very narrow surface such as slot bottom, gear tooth that probe D cannot match.
The 3.7V Li-ion rechargeable battery inside the tester can be charged via USB from PC or via individual
USB charger from mains wall power. With data software for PC, customers can download measuring values
from the tester to PC and make process such as save, delete, create testing report and export them to Excel.
2.2. Specifications
Specifications
HARTIP4100
Accuracy
+/-2HL (or +/-0.3%@HL=800)
Display resolution
1HL, 0.1HRC
Display
320*320 high contrast color TFT
Impact device
D (Default) / D-DL 2 in 1 (Optional)
Impact direction
Universal angle, no need to setup impact direction
Viewing style
4 styles
Hardness scale
HL / HRC / HRB / HB / HV / HS / HRA / SGM(σb)
Measuring range
HL100-960 / HRC1-78.7 / HRB1-140 / HB1-1878 / HV1-1698 / HS1.0-131 / HRA7-
88.5 / σb(rm)24-6599N/mm2
Materials
12 common metal materials
Memory
31 files, 100 data for each file
Statistics
mean, max., min., extreme deviation, standard deviation, column chart, dynamic
doughnut chart
Interface
USB/Bluetooth to PC for transferring data or printing, USB for charging
Recalibration
allowed by user
Alarm
Up or down limit
Indicator
Low battery
Power supply
3.7V Li-ion rechargeable battery
Power on/off
Auto or manually
Operating environment
-20⁰C ~+70⁰C
Dimension (LxWxD)
145mm×45mm×20mm
Net weight
115g
Standards
Conforming to ASTM A956, DIN 50156, GB/T 17394-1998
2.3. Applications
Hardness tests on installed machines or steel structures: e.g. on heavy and large work-piece or on
permanently installed system parts.
Rapid testing of multiple measuring areas for examination of hardness variations over larger regions.
Measuring hardness for produced parts at production line.
Identifying metallic material stored in a warehouse.
Ineffectiveness analysis of permanent parts, pressure -vessel, turbo generator.

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3. Symbols and Illustrations
3.1. Symbols and Illustrations
Symbols
Illustrations
HLD
HLDL
HB
HRB
HRC
HS
HV
HRA
σb (N/mm2)
Leeb hardness value used with impact device D
Leeb hardness value used with impact device DL
Brinell hardness value
Rockwell B hardness value
Rockwell C hardness value
Shore hardness value
Vickers hardness value
Rockwell A hardness value
Strength value
3.2. Measurement and Conversion Table
Range for measurement and conversion:
IMPACT DEVICE D HL: 170-960
MATERIALS
H R C
H R B
H B
H V
H S
HRA
σb (N/mm2)
STEEL/CAST STEEL
0.1-74.7
1.2-140
28-1027
45-1230
4.0-112
7-88.5
118-3315
ALLOY TOOL STEEL
0.9-78.7
15-1878
32-1698
5.5-128
79-6599
STAINLESS STEEL
3.7-62.4
8.3-101.7
85-655
36-802
6-131
108-1725
LAMELLAR IRON
21-59
24-100
35-570
90-698
6-83
NODULAR IRON
21-60
24-100
62-857
96-724
8-90
CAST ALUMINUM
1-48
24-85
19-445
22-193
3-64
129-2618
COPPERZINC BRASS
1-53
1.5-99.6
32-477
29-495
5-65
32-76
258-4146
BRONZE
1-56
14-100
15-505
11-535
2-68
29-76
190-1860
WROUGHT COPPER
1-54
14-100
35-569
38-590
6-73
FORGING STEEL
1-72
50-1060
48-1110
7-103
200-3750
MILL ROLLER
1-72
82-1380
83-1440
14-117.8
310-4860
CHINESE STEEL
20-67.9
59.6-99.5
80-647
80-940
32.5-99.5
30-88
375-1710
IMPACT DEVICE DL DL: 170-960
MATERIALS
H R C
H R B
H B
H V
H S
HRA
σb (N/mm2)
STEEL/CAST STEEL
1-69.8
1.5-109.5
3-915
1.0-1017
1-100
34-3100
ALLOY TOOL STEEL
2.4-75.2
5-1240
2.0-1095
1-111.6
38-4200
NODULAR IRON
13-76
38-110
8-1090
2-102
CAST ALUMINUM
1-55
2-112
3-660
12-602
3-74
4. Preparation before Measuring
4.1. Requirements for the sample
The surface temperature of sample should be less than 120 C.
The samples must feature a metallic smooth, ground surface, in order to eliminate erroneous measurements
brought about by coarse grinding or lathe scoring. The roughness of the finished surface should not exceed
2μm.
4.2. Requirements for the weight of the sample
For samples weighing over 5 kg and of compact shape, no support is needed.
Samples weighing between 2-5 kg, and also for heavier samples with protruding parts or thin walls, should
be placed on a solid support in such a manner that they do not bend or move by the impact force.
Samples weighing less than 2 kg should be firmly coupled with a stable support weighing over 5 kg.
For coupling purposes,
The coupling surface between the sample and base plate should be flat, plane parallel and ground.
A thin proper layer of coupling paste is to be applied to the contact surface of the sample.
The sample should be firmly pressed against the surface of the base plate by moving it with a circular
motion.
The direction of impact should be perpendicular to the coupling surface.
For the coupling operation, the following prerequisites must be fulfilled:

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The contact surface of the sample and the surface of the base plate must be flat, plane parallel and ground.
The direction of the test impact must be perpendicular to the coupled surface.
Minimum thickness of the sample for coupling (5mm).
Proper Coupling:
Proper coupling requires a little experience. Insufficiently coupled samples produce large variations of
individual measurements, L-values which are too low and the operation is characterized by a rattling noise
upon impact of the test tip.
Example for coupling a test piece with a base plate:
4.3. Requirement for the surface hardened layer of the sample
Surface -hardened steels and especially case-hardened steels produce L-values which are too low when case-
hardening depth is small because of their soft core. When measuring with impact device D/DL the depth of
the hardened layer should be no less than 0.8 mm.
Surface of the test sample should not be magnetic.
For test sample of curving surface with radius of curvature R less than 30mm, a small support ring should be
used.
Supporting the Samples during Testing
Type of impact device
Classification of samples
heavy
medium-weight
light-weight
D/DL
more than 5 kg
2 - 5 kg
0.05 - 2 kg
When measuring hardness with this tester, the following has to be noticed: Despite the low mass of the
impact body and low impact energy, a relatively large impact force of short duration is generated when the
impact body hits the measuring surface. The max. impact force of impact device D/DL is 900N.
For heavy samples of compact shape, no particular precautions are necessary.
Smaller and lighter samples or work pieces yield or flex under this force, producing L-values which are too
small and of excessively large variation. Even with big or heavy work pieces it is possible for thin-wall
regions or thinner protruding parts to yield upon impact. Depending on the frequency of the resilient
yielding action, the measured L-value may be too small or too large. In many situations, potential problems
can be checked in the following manner:
a) Medium-weight samples and also heavier samples with protruding parts or thin walls should be placed on
a solid support in such a manner that they do not move or flex during the test impact.
b) Light-weight samples should be rigidly “coupled” with a non-yielding support such as a heavy base plate.
Clamping in a vice is of no value, since the samples become exposed to stress and because complete rigidity
is never attained. As a rule, the measured L-values would be too small and show excessive variations.
4.4. Samples with Curved Surfaces
Impact testers only work properly if the impact body has a certain position in the guiding tube at the moment
of impact. In the normal position when testing flat and convex-cylindrical samples (such as round samples),
the spherical test tip is located exactly at the end of the guiding tube.
However, when testing spherically or cylindrically shaped concave surfaces, the impact body remains
further within the guide tube or protrudes further therefore. Thus, with such types of curved surfaces, it
should be observed that the radius of curvature R is larger than the values indicated in the following Figure.
Curved surfaces should always be tested with the small support ring.
Application of the coupling
paste (As thin as possible).
A particular advanced of coupling is the possibility of
obtaining a very uniform, rigid connection between
the sample and the support, totally eliminating
stresses at the sample surface. The resulting variation
in measured values is very low.
Mutual rubbing of both parts
while firmly press the sample
against the base plate.

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Impact device types D Rmin=30mm
For impact devices D, special support rings are available to accommodate smaller radii on convex or
concave surface.
5. Operation
5.1. Layout of instrument
5.2. Button description
(Power On/Off)
Menu key, press it to enter
main menu
Downward key, press it to
move cursor downward
Press it shortly to enter config menu
Press and hold it to enter language menu
Upward key, press it to move cursor
upward
Press it to switch on the tester
Press and hold it to switch off the tester
Confirm the selection
Press it on measuring mode to
save/print/delete current reading

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5.3. Structure of Menus

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5.4. Icons Description
Type of icon
Icon
Introduction
External battery
Battery empty
Battery level: 20%
Battery level: 40%
Battery level: 60%
Battery level: 80%
Battery level: 100%
Print
Enable Automatically Print
Communication
Bluetooth port (already paired)
Bluetooth port (not paired)
Calibrate
Enable calibration
Upper/Lower limits
Enable Upper/Lower limits
Average
Average Number: Average - current number
Booting display
Enable Calibration, o only display during booting
Battery empty, only display during booting
User operation
Exiting the window
Save failed
Deleted successfully
Wrong
Invalid
Successful
Working, please wait
Functions needing upgrade
File
Re-read
Data area
↑ or ▲
Exceed upper limit
↓or ▼
Exceed lower limit
*
Coarse error
5.5. Measurement Screen
The Measurement screen consists of Data display area and top/bottom status bar. There are four types of
Data display areas: large font display, statistical parameter display, histogram display and dynamic ring
display.

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5.5.1.Measurement Screen-Status Bar
Screen Description
5.5.2.Measurement Screen - Large Font Display