Metal Hardness Tester – Equotip Bambino 2

The Equotip Bambino 2 is a handy measuring device for an easy metal hardness test on most diverse part geometries.

It combines modern electronics with a patented impact device that integrates the test cycle into one simple motion.

Proceq’s stand alone instrument for the metal hardness test does not require a separate indicating device, nor cables or

PC hardware: It’s control menu and innovative features make the Equotip Bambino 2 the most ergonomic and easy to use

integrated instrument for the metal hardness test.Automatic recognition of the impact direction and self diagnostics make

the metal hardness test with the Equotip Bambino 2 incredibly easy. The large LCD display shows the individual readings

and mean test results. Most common metal hardness conversions are included. The Equotip Bambino 2 is ideally suited

for a quick on-site metal hardness test. 

The DL Accessory Kit is used to extend the range of applications. It allows the metal hardness test in confined spaces and

recessed surfaces through a long, slim testing nozzle.

Applications

·       Suitable for the metal hardness test on most materials. Also useful for curved and recessed sample surfaces.

·       Testing of metal work pieces when the test indentation should be as small as possible, in line with non-destructive testing (NDT)

·       Determination of the hardness of pre-assembled machines or large steel and cast constructions (e.g. in steel mills)

·       Metal hardness test in confined spaces along process chains (e.g. in heat treatment shops)

·       Quick or manually documented acceptance tests and checks of incoming goods (e.g. from automotive sub-suppliers)

·       Off-site metal hardness test (e.g. technical goods purchasing or consulting)

·       Archeological applications

Features

·       Rapid reload and trigger mechanism and automatic compensation for impact direction (360°)

·       Wide measurement range on most common hardness scales (HL, HV, HB, HRC, HRB, HS)

·       Immediate display of single readings in large bright digits + average of a measurement series of the metal hardness test

·       2 in 1: Conveniently switch between universal Equotip D probe and slim DL nozzle (accessory)

·       Scratch-proof, hard-coated, zinc alloy metal housing – rugged and durable, compact in size

·       Intelligent, on/standby power switching for optimal battery charge life

·       Free firmware updates via the internet through USB

Technical Specifications

With Impact device D

With Impact device DL

Measuring range

150-950 HLD

250-970 HLDL

Instrument dimensions

147.5 x 44 x 20 mm

(5.71 x 1.75 x 0.79 inches)

203 x 44 x 20 mm

(7.99 x 1.75 x 0.79 inches)

Instrument weight

142 g (5 ounces)

152 g (5.4 ounces)

General Specifications

(applicable to both Equotip Piccolo 2 and Equotip Bambino 2)

Conversions

80-955 HV, 81-678 HB, 20-70 HRC, 38-102 HRB, 30-100 HS
(Equotip Piccolo 2 only: 274-2193 N/mm²)

Resolution

1 HLD/ HLDL, 1 HV, 1 HB; 0.1 HRC, 0.1 HRB, 0.1 HS (Equotip Piccolo 2 only: 1 N/mm² Rm)

Measuring accuracy

+/-4 HLD/HLDL (0.5% at 800 HLD/HLDL)

Maximum test hardness

890 HLD (955 HV, 68 HRC)

Impact direction/ energy

Automatic compensation/ 11 Nmm

Ball indenter

Tungsten carbide (approx. 1,500 HV), 3 mm (0.12 inches) diameter

Housing

Scratch-proof, hard-coated zinc alloy

Battery

Rechargeable Li ion, operation period over 20,000 impacts, charging current 100 mA

Integrated memory

Non-volatile, RAM 32 kBytes, ~2,000 measured values (Equotip Piccolo 2 only)

Operating conditions

Temperature: -10 to +60^ðC (14 to 140^ðF), Humidity: 90% max.