Reed Instruments R9030 User manual

Hardness Tester
Instruction
Manual
R9030
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Table of Contents
Introduction ................................................................................................ 3
Product Quality........................................................................................... 4
Safety ......................................................................................................... 4
Features...................................................................................................... 4
Included...................................................................................................... 4
Specications............................................................................................. 5
Instrument Description............................................................................... 6
Display Description .................................................................................7-8
Hardness Testing Principle..................................................................... 8
Operating Instructions...........................................................................8-18
Power On/Off......................................................................................... 8
Preparation of Test Piece....................................................................... 8
Prior to First Measurement .................................................................... 9
Loading Impact Device .......................................................................... 9
Taking Measurements ............................................................................ 9
Viewing Measurement Values .............................................................. 10
Storing Average Value.......................................................................... 10
Auto Power OFF .................................................................................. 10
Menu Navigation/Setup Mode ........................................................10-16
Test Set........................................................................................11-13
Impact Direction .......................................................................... 11
Average........................................................................................ 11
Material ........................................................................................ 12
Hardness Scale............................................................................ 12
Tolerance Limit............................................................................. 12
Hard/ b (Hardness/Strength Testing) .......................................... 13
Probe Type................................................................................... 13
Standard ...................................................................................... 13
Memory Manager ........................................................................13-15
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View from No.1/View from End .................................................... 14
View from No................................................................................ 14
Transfer ........................................................................................ 14
Delete by No. ..........................................................................14-15
Delete All...................................................................................... 15
System Set ..................................................................................15-16
Enabling/Disabling Auto Save...................................................... 15
Enabling/Disabling Auto Delete.................................................... 15
Enabling/Disabling Auto Transfer ................................................. 15
Enabling/Disabling Auto Shutoff .................................................. 16
Setting the Time and Date ........................................................... 16
Quick Setup Mode ..........................................................................16-17
Calibration Procedure .......................................................................... 17
Connecting to a Computer .................................................................. 17
Launching the R9030 Software............................................................ 18
Battery Charging and Replacement......................................................... 18
Applications.............................................................................................. 19
Appendix A: Hardness Scale Tables ...................................................19-22
Accessories and Replacement Parts ....................................................... 22
Product Care .......................................................................................22-23
Product Warranty ..................................................................................... 23
Product Disposal and Recycling .............................................................. 23
Product Support....................................................................................... 23
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing your REED R9030 Hardness Tester. Please
read the following instructions carefully before using your instrument. By
following the steps outlined in this manual your meter will provide years of
reliable service.
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Product Quality
This product has been manufactured in an ISO9001 facility and has been
calibrated during the manufacturing process to meet stated product
specications. If a certicate of calibration is required please contact the
nearest authorized REED distributor or authorized Service Center. Please
note an additional fee for this service will apply.
Safety
Never attempt to repair or modify your instrument. Dismantling your
product, other than for the purpose of replacing batteries, may cause
damage that will not be covered under the manufacturer's warranty.
Servicing should only be provided by an authorized service center.
Features
• Measures a wide range of materials including; cast steel, alloy steel,
stainless steel, aluminum, bronze, copper and cast irons
• Measures 7 types of hardness scales; Rockwell (HRC, HRB, HRA),
Brinell (HB), Leeb (HL), Vickers (HV) and Shore (HS)
• Compact pen style design
• Bright OLED display
• Real-time clock and internal memory stores up to 350 measurements
• USB connectivity and software allows for further measurement analysis
• Rechargeable lithium battery
• Low battery indicator
Included
• D Impact Device
• Leeb Test Block
• Small Supporting Ring
• Nylon Brush
• AC Adapter
• USB Cable
• Software
• Hard Carrying Case
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Specifications
Hardness Scales: Rockwell (HRA, HRB, HRC)
Brinell (HB)
Leeb (HLD)
Vickers (HV)
Shore (HS)
Measuring Ranges: HRA: 59 to 85
HRB: 13 to 100
HRC: 20 to 68
HB: 19 to 651
HLD: 170 to 960
HV: 80 to 967
HS: 30 to 100
Measuring Direction: 360°
Sampling Time: Less than 1 second (when triggered)
Display: Dot Matrix OLED
Battery Life: Approx. 40 hours
Low Battery Indicator: Yes
Power Supply: Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery
Charge Time: Approx. 2 hours
Internal Memory: Yes (up to 350 readings)
Product Certications: CE
Operating Temperature: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
Storage Temperature: -4 to 140°F (-20 to 60°C)
Operating Humidity Range: 0 to 90%
Dimensions: 5.7 x 1.3 x 1" (146 x 32 x 26mm)
Weight: 5.6oz (160g)
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Instrument Description
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1. Support Ring
2. LCD Display
3. POWER/Exit Button
4. Menu/Enter Button
5. Measurement set up shortcut/Right/Down/Increase Button
6. Scan/Delete/Left/Up/Decrease Button
7. Micro USB Port
8. Impact Device
9. Coding Sheath
10. Release Button
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Display Description
Measured Value Hardness Scale Battery Indicator
Connection Flag
Impact DirectionImpact TimesMaterial
(Cast) Steel
HL
03
Battery Indicator: Displays battery capacity and charge status when
plugged in.
Impact Direction: Set impact direction.
Hardness Scale: Set hardness scale.
Measured Value: Current measured value (without average value
indicator), or current average value (with average value indicator).
Material: Set material.
Impact Times: The total number of impact times will be displayed. Impact
times set through the menu will also be displayed here.
Connection Flag: The connection ag will blink when the instrument is
trying to connect to the PC. A solid ag means successful connection.
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Hardness Testing Principle
The hardness value comes from the rate of rebound velocity and impact
velocity at 1mm distance from the testing surface. Using the Leeb
hardness scale as an example, the following calculation is used to
calculate the hardness value:
HL=1000×VB / VA
Impact Phase Rebound Phase
Time
Operating Instructions
Power On/Off
Turn the meter on by pressing the POWER button. To turn the meter off,
press and hold the POWER button for 2 seconds.
Preparation of Test Piece
Please note that measurement values may be affected if the material
under test is exposed to extreme temperatures.
If the tested material is too rough, a measuring error will appear. The
surface of the sample must have metallic luster and the surface must be
at and smooth. No oil or dirt should be present.
Curved surface: It is better that the testing surface of the test piece is
at. When the curvature radius (R) of the curved surface to be tested is
less than 30mm (for D and DL type impact device), a small support ring
(included with the R9030) should be used.
Self-magnetism of the test piece should be less than 30 Gauss.
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Prior to First Measurement
Before rst use or if unused for an extended period of time,
5 measurements should be performed using the included test block.
If the average values from the charts at the end of this manual are
exceeded, the internal calibration is required (see Calibration Procedure
section for details).
Loading Impact Device
Push down the loading sheath to load and lock the impact body in place.
Taking Measurements
1. Press down on the release button located at the top of the impact
device to take a measurement.
The reading will appear on the display matching the selected material,
hardness or strength testing and impact direction (see Menu Navigation/
Setup Mode section for details).
Note: While taking a measurement, the test piece, impact device and
operator are all required to be stable.
2. Five measurements should be performed of the test piece. The
divergence of data should be not exceed ±15HL of the
required value.
3. The distance between any two impact points, or from the center of
any impact point to the edge of the test piece should be in
accordance with the following specications:
Type of
impact device
The distance of two
indentations center
The distance between
indentation center and
edge of test piece
D, DC, DL, D+15 No less than: 3mm No less than: 5mm
C No less than: 2mm No less than: 4mm
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Viewing Measurement Values
1. When testing is complete, press the button to enter the recorded
data mode.
2. Press the button to scroll through the recorded data taking during
the measurement process.
3. To delete the displayed data, press the button.
4. Press the or buttons to select between Yes or No.
5. Press the button to conrm selection, or press the button to
exit and resume normal operation.
Storing Average Value
1. When testing is complete, the meter displays the average value
taken during the measurement process.
2. Press the button to enter storing average value mode.
3. Press the or buttons to select between Save & Exit or Quit.
4. Press the button to conrm selection, or press the button to
exit and resume normal operation.
Auto Power OFF
To preserve battery life, the meter is programmed to turn itself off after
5 minutes of inactivity. Prior to shutting off, the display will begin a 10
second countdown that can be cancelled by pressing the button. To
disable this feature, see Enabling/Disabling Auto Shutoff in Menu
Navigation/Setup Mode section for details.
Menu Navigation/Setup Mode
1. Press the button to enter the menu screen.
2. Press the and buttons to scroll through the
following parameters.
Parameter Description
Test Set Setting up your meter
Memory Manager View/Delete/Transfer Data
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