What Is a Micro Vickers Hardness Tester and Which Standards Does It Comply With? ISO 6507 and ASTM E384

2026-06-11 15:35:26 Jinan Kason Testing Equipment Co., Ltd.

Keywords: Micro Vickers Hardness Tester, Vickers Hardness Test, HV Testing Machine, Digital Micro Hardness Tester, ISO 6507, ASTM E384, Microhardness Testing, Metallurgical Testing, Material Testing Equipment

Micro Vickers hardness testers are widely used to evaluate the hardness of metals, coatings, welds, electronic components, and precision materials requiring low-force indentation. The KASON HTV-1000 Manual Turret Micro Hardness Tester offers selectable test forces from 10 gf to 1 kgf, supporting accurate measurements across HV0.01 to HV1 scales.

Designed with a dual optical system and 10×/40× objectives, the instrument provides high-resolution observation and measurement, making it suitable for laboratories, research institutes, universities, and industrial quality control.

The system complies with internationally recognized ISO 6507 and ASTM E384 standards for Vickers hardness testing, ensuring reliable and repeatable test results. Automatic loading control, LCD display, and optional digital micrometer eyepiece further improve testing efficiency and precision.

Whether testing heat-treated steel, non-ferrous alloys, or micro-scale specimens, a Micro Vickers hardness tester is an essential solution for modern material characterization and quality assurance.

What Is a Micro Vickers Hardness Tester and Which Standards Does It Comply With? ISO 6507 and ASTM E384