A Vickers Hardness Tester in Africa is widely used for accurate hardness measurement of metals, alloys, coatings, and heat-treated components. The Vickers method is a static indentation test that complies with ASTM E384, ASTM E92, ISO 6507, and JIS Z2244, making it suitable for laboratories, universities, foundries, and manufacturing plants across the region.
Qualitest provides macro and micro Vickers hardness testers designed for reliable performance in both routine quality control and advanced metallographic analysis.
How the Vickers Method Works
The Vickers test uses a diamond indenter shaped as a square-based pyramid with a 136° angle between opposite faces.
The procedure follows four basic steps:
- A specified test load is applied to the material surface.
- The diamond indenter creates a square-shaped indentation.
- The two diagonals of the indentation are measured using an optical system.
- The hardness value (HV) is calculated based on load and indentation size.
Because it is an optical method, precision measurement and proper surface preparation are essential for repeatable results.
Wide Load Range Capability
The Vickers method supports a broad load spectrum:
- Micro loads starting from 1 gf (ISO compliant)
- Macro loads up to 120 kgf (ASTM compliant)
This makes it suitable for:
- Thin coatings and surface layers
- Case depth verification
- Heat-treated components
- Small precision parts
- Bulk metallic materials
The ability to cover micro to macro levels with one test principle makes the Vickers system highly versatile.
Why Choose Qualitest for Vickers Hardness Testing in Africa
- Macro and micro Vickers models available
- Manual, semi-automatic, and fully automatic systems
- Closed-loop load cell technology options
- Digital imaging and measurement software integration
- Alignment with ASTM, ISO, and JIS standards
- Technical support and extended warranty options
Request a Quotation
If you are looking for a Vickers Hardness Tester in Africa, share your required load range, sample type, and automation level.
Qualitest can recommend the right configuration for your laboratory or production facility and provide a detailed quotation.
