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New Lineup of Testers in Compliance with Broad ISO

and JIS Revisions for Rubber Hardness Measurements
Durometers are used to numerically display the hardness of rubber, plastic and other
materials. Some of the particulars for rubber hardness testing equipment and the
methods used for measuring hardness have been changed due to the recent broad
revisions of both ISO and JIS standards.

As a general manufacturer and supplier of Durometers, we can propose various methods

for measuring not only rubber and plastic, but a wide range of soft and elastic bodies.
 I R H D

GS-680 is Micro Rubber Hardness Tester to measure international rubber Hardness(IRHD-M method)
complying with ISO 48 and JIS K 6253 standards or the like, regarding the hardness of vulcanized rubber
and thermoplastic rubbers. This model is a full automated measuring type and applicable software is also
included, and all of the operations are operable with PC.(PC is option)

*Designed as a device for measuring the hardness of

O-rings, small rubber parts, thin rubber sheets and
other such materials
*Measurement values are obtainable just by placing a
material to be measured on specimen table by pushing
switches only
*Voice coil motor adopted in loading system is designed
for highest accuracy and repeatability of measurement
than the conventional weight type due to no effect by
friction of internal mechanism
*Plug in type plunger(probe) make simple replacement
of plunger(probe)
*Wide specimen table enables to install various type of
measuring tools jigs etc.
*All of the settings, such as number of measurements,
Upper/Lower limit determination or median indication
are operable with front panel
*PC application software(CD) enables management of
various data analysis and accumulations

ZY-921(Option)
This device is a device for putting center of 0.5 10mm O-Ring
pin of center of stage positioning O-ring moves slightly to back and froth,
right and left direction, and stage ratate for optional position

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 System

The GX-01 series is a system for conducting automatic hardness measurements

using the operation speeds, measurement loads and presser foot dimensions
stipulated in ISO and JIS K6253 standard(hardness test method for vulcanized or
thermoplastic rubbers).
This GX-01 series consists of an automatic measurement stand(GS-610),
durometer sensor(GSS-719 or GSS-720) and counter(GSS-C01).

*Can display and output PEAK hold, TIMER hold, median and average values as well as
common difference assessments.
*Automatic hardness measurements can be conducted with 1-kg weight for the type A,
GX-01A durometer and with a 5kg weight for the type D, GX-01D durometer.
*Type A and D sensors can be changed The optional 4kg weight(ZY-046) is required for
measurements using the Type D durometer.
*This system can connect to a PC and Computer.
*The durometer sensor attachment section incorporates an alignment unit allowing for
very good cohesion with the test materials.
*ISO documents can be issued(Option)Operating speed: up to 3.2mm/sec.
Measurement weight: Type A=1+9,5kg, Type D=5+0.5kg (both cases include the weight
of the duromeer)
Presser foot diameter: φ18±0.5mm
*A special platform(optional) allows for the system to be installed standing on its side,
ideal when not much installation space is available.

GS-610

[System Function]
Peak hold, timer hold(timer value 0.5, 1 30 seconds), common difference assessments, median value assessment(n=1 30),
average value output, data output(PC printer), external function control output(automatic measurements started with the push of
one button when used with GS-610)

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 Tester

GS-710

This supplementary device assists hardness

measurements by using hydraulics to provided
a constant load. Measurements can be taken
with a roughly 1kg load for type A Durometer
and a roughly 5kg (using optional 4kg
weight (ZY-046) load for type D Durometers.

Durometers are testing devices and are included in the category of “monitoring and measuring equipment” as stipulated by
ISO and JIS. Teclock is one of only a few durometer manufacturers that have received ISO 9001 certification. As such, we
can independently issue the set to three documents required for ISO, especially traceability system diagrams, calibration
certificates and inspection reports. These three documents can also be issued for the durometer tester and indenter height
gauge needed for making in-house inspections.

GS-607
This inspection device allows for the easy confirmation of the calibrated spring load for analog durometers.
Three standard weights are used to apply the prescribed loads to an upside down durometer in order to
confirm whether the 25, 50 and 75 graduations are properly displayed. Calibration certificates can also be
issued (cannot be issued for digital models and durometers produced by other companies.) Domestic and
foreign standards use an even-balance mechanism and propose inspection methods with the durometer in
an upright position.

These gauges can be used to easily confirm the height of Durometers.

The ZY-119 gauge is used for JIS K6301(GS-703N,GS-706N) and ZY-120 gauge is used for
JIS K6253, ISO 7619, ISO 0868, ASTM D 2240, DIN 53.505 Durometers

ZY–120
ZY–119

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 Stand

When hardness measurements are taken with the hand-push type durometers, there can be wide differences in the obtained
values due to differences among users. Therefore, measurement stands in accordance with ISO and JIS standards have been
commercialized to provide measurements with greater stability and higher reproducibility
GS-610
*By simply operating switches, durometer measurements can be taken with the exact load and speed
stipulated in the standards
*The use of a stepping motor when measuring rubber hardness allows for stable measurement results,
greatly eliminating the data disparities common with the hand-push method
*The stand is equipped with an alignment unit to realize very good cohesion between the durometer
indenter and test material
*1kg measurements can be made using Type A and Type E durometers without any special
modifications. The optional ZY-046 weight is required when taking measurements using Type D
durometers. Likewise, the ZY-090 1kg weight is required when making measurements using GSD
series of digital durometers.
*ISO documents can be issued when using this stand. (option)

GS-615
*Rubber hardness measurement with loads stipulated by JIS, ISO and others can be made by
attaching a durometer and conducting manual operations.
*Equipped with an alignment unit for easy use at an affordable price.
*This alignment unit realizes very good cohesion between the durometer indenter and test
material
*1kg measurements can be made using Type A and Type E durometers without any special
modifications
The optional ZY-046 4kg weight is required when taking measurements using Type D Durometer.
Likewise, the ZY-090 1kg weight is required when making measurements using the GSD series
Digital durometers
*ISO documents can be issued when using this stand.(The operating speed cannot be certified)

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 THE SELECTION OF DUROMETER TYPES
10 types, 43 models of DUROMETER are prepared for the
Mechanism of the hardness
various types of materials to be measured hardness. It is required measurement
Spring

by the standards in each country to provide more accurate The indentor gives a distortion Indentor
measurement results of hardness with more sensitive onto the surface of specimen with Pressure load
the pressure produced by the
measurement in accordance with the variation of the material spring load.
Presser foot

characteristics and surface shape of the specimen. The series of The specimen produces a resilient
force against the pressure load.
TECLOCK DUROMETER fully meets the international standards The "hardness" means the
and possible to meet the wide range of material requirements depressed amount of indentor at Specimen
the time when the resilient force
with some unique models. The type A, D, and E meets JIS K6253 becomes equal to the pressure
"Hardness testing methods for rubber, vulcanized or load. Thus, the value consequently
Resilient force
got is a "physical amount" with no
thermoplastic" which is newly issued by the purpose of getting unit.
from specimen

matched with ISO. The way of reading the TYPE

Referring to the below figures, select the most suitable type. signs in the figures Model name
Pressure load to the specimen Pressure load
to the specimen
The size of the arrow means the
size of the pressure load. The
Shape of
biggest types, type D, C, and DO Indentor
have the largest load and the
smallest type, type OO has the
Presser foot
weakest load.

Urethane foam
Shock absorb material for
car sheet
Sponge for dish washer
Very Soft rubber
Foam rubber
Electrified roll / Pressure roll
for OA equipment
Cellular Materials Soft rubber
Chewing gum Process cheese
Clothe scrolls
China Clay
Soft Sealant for building Soft rubber
Mat Expanded rubber
eria Eraser
ls Film windings
Dense textile windings Soft rubber
Materials below A 20 Dense textile windings
Leather
Cardboard
Styrene foam

SHAPE OF INDENTOR OF DUROMETER

There are 5 types of Indentor prepared on the DUROMETER as below. Combining with several types
of spring force, the most suitable distortion can be given to the specimen.
Truncated Cone of 0.79mm Conical Cone of R0.1mm
Hemisphere of R2.50mm with 35angle with 30angle Hemisphere of R1.19mm Cylindrical Cone of 25.2mm

6 Hemisphere of 5.08mm is in
the same shape.
 COMPARISON TABLE OF MEASUREMENT DATA
Based on the type A, below is a comparison table of measurement data. It is impossible to prove the exact correlation between the each type-to-type
data, since the measured data may be affected by many factors such as temperature, humidity, size and shape at the measurement, and the condition
of vulcanization. Use the below table for your reference to concern the equivalency of measurement data from each type of DUROMETER.
TYPE A 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
JIS K6253
JIS K7215

(old A) 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
JIS K6301

TYPE E 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
JIS K6253

TYPE SRIS 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
SRIS 0101

TYPE E2 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
TECLOCK E2

TYPE D 10 20 30 40 50
JIS K6253
JIS K7215

TYPE DO 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
ASTM D2240

TYPE O 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
ASTM D2240

TYPE OO 50 60 70 80 90
ASTM D2240

TYPE B 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
ASTM D2240

TYPE C 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
ASTM D2240

General rubber, elastomers,

soft plastic
Tires
Rubber roll
Rubber hose Medium-hard rubber
Materials below D 20 Biscuit ware clay
Wood

Medium-hard rubber
Floor plate, building wood
Car handle material / inner
decoration materials
Hard rubber
Hard Golf ball

Mate Break rubber for bicycle

rials Hard rubber Plastics

Ebonite 7
Materials beyond A 90
 Durometer

These durometers comply with ISO, ASTM, DIN and JIS K 6253(new JIS). There are three different type of durometers
corresponding to different degrees of hardness. Type A, the most common or central durometer,is used to measure medium
hardness, while Type D is for high hardness and Type E is for low hardness.Type A, tends to indicate readings 1 to 2 points higher
compared to the previous JIS A-type hardness tester.Type D durometer is used to measure super hard rubber that has a reading of
more than 90 points when measuring with a Type A durometer. Type E durometer is used to measure soft rubber that has a reading
of less than 20 points when measured with a Type A durometer. The Type A GS-719N model has also been designated for use in
unbonded capping tests, which is a method for
testing concrete compression. Further more,
ISO7619 refers to the Type E as the Type AO
durometer.

*Model J equipped with “peak hold” function (maintains the

peak reading) effective for measuring elastomer and other
materials for which obtaining the peak reading is difficult
due to stress relaxation and other issues
*Minimum reading of 0.5(1/2 for analog type durometer)
GSD-719J *Connection to SD-763P Printer(Option) allows for easy
GS-719N statistical processing of the measured data.

The presser foot diameters for the Type A

and D druometers which can be with
measurement stands, is φ18mm surface
as stipulated in the ISO and JIS standards.
The φ18mm type A(GS-719R) and type D
(GS-720R) can both be used without the
measurement stands. GS-719R GSD-719J-R

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 Durometer

When the measurement surface is uneven, has limited flat areas due to irregular shapes or has deep hallows, good
contact with the durometer presser foot and accurate measurements become very difficult. In such cases, measurements
are only possible if the presser foot is smaller or has a longer reach, such as with the deep hole(H) and long leg(L)
durometer models. Pointers and upper/lower limits are standard for both models.

GSD-719J-H GSD-719J-L
GS-720H GS-719L

This is compact and lightweight Durometer,

and convenient to use at any places
(inside or outside).
Peak Pointer is equipped
for accurate measurement. GS-719P
GS-709P

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 Durometer

These durometers comply with ISO, ASTM, DIN and JIS K 7215. These
durometers are designed for JIS 7215 standards which are used in
Japanese plastic industry. These durometers are basically same with
JIS K6253 new JIS standard, and only sphere method of spring is
different. Teclock is making as another durometers from point of
compartible JIS standard.
GS-702N GS-709N

These durometer is used according to a regulation of physics testing method for

Polyurethane Elastomer formed materials, and comply with JIS K732/JIS S6050 standard.
Type A durometer is called as Shore A, and Type D durometer is called as Shore D and
Type C for lower hardness is ASKER C. GS-701N(G) is same with ASKER C Durometer and
comply with JIS 6050 standard (measurement hardness of eraser). SRIS 0101
standard(Japanese Rubber Association standard) based on above measuring method has
been repealing now.

GS-701N

Parts
Test Block (option)
These are rubber test pieces which can simply check whether accuracy of durometer is in the range of standard value . It is absolutely
approximate value but accuracy of durometer can be easily controlled in a short period.

ZY-109 ZY-110
type

ZY-107

ZY-108

ZY-109
ZY-108
ZY-107 ZY-110

Durometers complying with these test pieces are Type A, Type D, Type E, which are compliant with JIS K 6253.

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 Durometer

These durometers comply with ASTM D 2240. Teclock

have a good selection of ASTM Durometers for determing
hardness for hard materials to very soft materials. Again
Type OOO Durometers are also available on request.

GS-750G GS-754G

This is TECLOCK original standard Durometers. The measurement of hardness for difficult
materials (thin rubber sheet etc) can be applied easily now and could secure approximated
hardness value of Type A by using a indenter height shortened and weaker spring force. Type
E2 Durometer have 1/2 of spring load of Type E Durometer and Type FO is used for
measurement of Sponge and foam materials

GS-743G GS-744G

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 Durometer

Since JIS K 6253 was new established, the JIS K 6301

established in 1950 has been abolished in August 1998 due to
the reason that JIS K 6301 have not been matching with ISO
standard. The durometers compliance JIS 6301 has been used
during 60 years and the durometers are still required in the
worldwide countries since the data measured by durometer
GS-703N GS-706N compliance JIS K6301 are still used in the existing market.
Type A(for general rubber) and Type C(for hard rubber) could be
continued to supply from Teclock.

These durometer is used for hardness measurement of thin

sheets of Elastomer and rubber.
The Indenter height is shortened(1mm of 1/2.5) and these
durometer is suitable for sheets hardness measurement of
relative comparison and dispersion. This is Teclock original
standard but the pocket durometer is designed for obtaining
approximate value of Type A.

GS-779G

60 M6P1
18
13.5
91.7

55

39 16
2.5

15 24.1

15 24.1

0
90 10
G-L
80 TYPE DILOMETER 20
55

70 ISO 7619/868
DIN 53 505 30
ASTM D 2240

0 60
JIS K 6253/K7215
MADE IN JAPAN
40
90 10 50
GS-720H
80 TYPE A 20
193
55
124

70 ASTD 2240 A
JIS K 6253 A 30
ISO 7619 A
MADE IN JAPAN
60 40
50
109
26.5

12
5
2.5

2.5

18

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 Durometer

The durometer’s FO GS-744G

presser foot
makes contact
with the surface OO GS-754G
of the material

E2 GS-743G
being measured
and a calibrated
spring within the
meter pushes C GS-701N
the indenter into E GS-721N
the material
causing the
material to deform. The amount of force from the material
O GS-753G
in responses to this applied force is the value measured
GS-719N
by the durometer. The amount of pressure applied to the
indenter when these two forces are balanced is displayed
A GS-709N
GS-706N
as the “hardness” value. When this value is weak(small),
the material is considered to be soft, and when the value
is strong(high), the material is considered to be hard.
B GS-750G
There are various types of durometers based on the force
of the calibrated spring and the shape of the indenter.
These are determined by standards in order to measure
DO GS-752G
hardness with greater degree of sensitivity to the
differences in materials properties and surface C GS-751G
GS-703N
configurations.
Refer to the chart on the right to help select The
GS-720N
durometer best suited for your needs D GS-702N

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 DUROMETER (RUBBER, PLASTIC HARDNESS TESTER)
Durometer

Durometer Standard Table

ASTM D 2240-02b
Name of standard
Type B Type C Type DO Type O Type OO
Presser foot dimension 6mm diameter 2.5 3.2mm hole
0.2 3.0 0.2
0.15 3.5 3.7
3.0 0.5 0.15
0.5
Indentor shaft diameter 1.25 Indentor 1.25 2.38 0.08
Indentor Indentor

Indentor tip diameter

Specification of Testers

Presser foot Presser foot

0.04
0.04
Indentor tip angle Presser foot
0.04

0.25
35

2.5
1

2.5
30
2.5

SR1.19 0.05
Indentor amount exceeding
0.03
from force surface SR0.1 0.012 0.79

weight at 0 550mN 56.1gf 0 mN 0 gf 550mN 56.1gf 203mN 20.7gf

weight at 100 8,050mN 821.1gf 44,450mN 4,533gf 8,050mN 821.1gf 1,111mN 113.3gf
load Load allowance value 0.075N 0.4445N 0.075N 0.0182N
accuracy Indicating tolerance value 1 2

Other standards

Flat area dimension more than radius 6mm than

Test Piece and Measuring condition

Test pieces
Thickness more than 6mm
Measuring position more than 12mm (length and width)
Time to read within 1-sec.
Number of measurement and data
5-points of average value or medium 6mm off
summery
Weight of constant pressure weighter 1 (preferable) 5 (preferable) 1 (preferable)
Temperature condition
232
Acclimate time of specimen

Use range 2090

Suitable specimen to the standards Rubber, Cellular, Elasticity material, Thermoplastic elastomers, Hard plastic, Soft plastic

Standard
Our original durometer
Peak Pointer GS-750G GS-751G GS-752G GS-753G GS-754G
Our original digital durometer GSD-750S GSD-751S GSD-752S GSD-753S GSD-754S

Teclock standard
Name of standard
Type E2 Type FO
Presser foot dimension more than 16mm, Diameter 5.5mm hole more than 80mm diameter, 26mm hole in Center diameter
5.5
Indentor
Indentor shaft diameter
Indentor

Indentor tip diameter

Specification of Testers

Indentor tip angle Presser foot

Presser foot
2.5 0.04

25.2 0.05
0.04

Indentor amount exceeding SR2.5 0.02 26

2.5

from force surface Weight of Durometer 500g

weight at 0 550mN 56.1gf 550mN 56.1gf
weight at 100 4,300mN 438.6gf 4,300mN 438.6gf
load Load allowance value 0.4N 40gf 0.4N 40gf
accuracy Indicating tolerance value 1 1

Other standards

Flat area dimension more than pressurized surface more than pressurized surface
Test Piece and Measuring condition

Test pieces
Thickness more than 10mm more than 30mm
Measuring position
Time to read within 1-sec. within 1-sec.
Number of measurement and data
5-points median more than 6mm off 5-points median more than 80mm off
summery
Weight of constant pressure weighter 1 (preferable)
Temperature condition
23 2 23 2
Acclimate time of specimen

Use range

Suitable specimen to the standards Soft sponge Foam sponge, Polyurethane foam

Standard
Our original durometer
Peak Pointer GS-743G GS-744G
Our original digital durometer GSD-743S GSD-744S

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 DUROMETER (RUBBER, PLASTIC HARDNESS TESTER)
Durometer

Durometer
Durometer Standard
Standard Table
Table
JIS K 6253-1997 JIS K 6301-19951998 abolition
Name of standard
Type A Type D Type E Type A Type C
Presser foot dimension more than 12mm, Diameter30.5mm hole
0.2
more than 14mm,5.4 mm hole
0.2
more than Diameter 10mm , approx. 3.2mm hole
0.2
3.0 0.5 0.15 3.0 0.2
0.5 0.15 5.4 0.2 approx.3
Indentor shaft diameter Indentor 1.25 1.25 Indentor 1.3 0.1
Indentor

Indentor tip diameter

Specification of Testers

0.04 Presser foot Presser foot Presser foot

0.04

0.05
Indentor tip angle

0
0.25
30 1 Presser foot 35
2.5

2.54
2.5
0.25

2.5 0.04
Indentor amount exceeding 35
0.02
SR2.5 Indentor
from force surface 0.79 0.03 SR0.1 0.012 0.79 0.02

weight at 0 550mN 56.1gf mN gf 550mN 56.1gf 539.5mN 55gf 981mN 100gf

weight at 100 8,050mN 821.1gf 44,450mN 4,533gf 8,050mN 821.1gf 8,385mN 855gf 44,130mN 4,500gf
load Load allowance value 80mN 8.16gf 440mN 44.9gf 80mN 8.16gf gf 20gf
accuracy Indicating tolerance value 1 1 1 1 0.45
ASTM D 2240
Other standards
ISO 7619
Flat area dimension more than pressurized surface more than pressurized surface
Test Piece and Measuring condition

Test pieces
Thickness more than 6mm more than 10mm more than mm more than mm
Measuring position more than 12mm
Time to read within 1-sec. Read at once (or after regulating time)
Number of measurement and data 5-points median more than 6mm off 5-points average value
summery Test report (example):A45 Test report (example):D50 Test report (example):E 60 Test report (example):HsJIS A 50 Test report (example):HsJIS C 50
Weight of constant pressure weighter 1 (preferable) 5.0 (preferable) 1kg (preferable) 1,000g 5,000g
Temperature condition
23 2 more than 3 hour 20 30 one hour
Acclimate time of specimen
more than A90use TypeD 70use C type
Use range
under A20use TypeD C type is preferable for range of 30-90

Suitable specimen to the standards Normal Rubber Normal Rubberhard Soft Rubber Normal Rubber Hard Rubber

Standard GS-719N GS-720N GS-721N GS-706N GS-703N

Our original durometer
Peak Pointer GS-719G GS-720G GS-721G GS-706G GS-703G
Our original digital durometer GSD-719S GSD-720S GSD-721S GSD-706S

JIS K 7215-1992 SRIS-0101-1968

Name of standard
Type A Type D 2002 abolition
Presser foot dimension more than diameter 12mm, diameter3 0.5mm hole Center about 4 mmapprox. . mm hole in Center
3.0 0.5 3.0 0.5
0.1
Indentor shaft diameter Indentpr 1.25 0.1 1.25 approx. 5.2
Indentpr

Indentor tip diameter

Specification of Testers

Presser foot Presser foot

0.04

Indentor tip angle

0.04

0.25
35 1
2.5

30 Presser foot
2.5

0.05
0

Indentor amount exceeding SR0.1 0.012

2.54

0.03 Indentor
from force surface 0.79 5.08 0.02

weight at 0 549mN 56gf mN gf 539.5mN 55gf

weight at 100 8,061mN 822gf 44,483mN 4,536gf 8,385mN 855gf
load Load allowance value 78mN 8 gf 441mN 45gf gf
accuracy Indicating tolerance value 1 1 1
ASTM D 2240 ISO 868 ASTM D 2240 ISO 868
Other standards JIS S 6050 (Plastics Erasers)
SHORE A DIN 53505 SHORE D DIN 53505
Flat area dimension Width : about 25mm or more more than pressurized surface
Test Piece and Measuring condition

Test pieces
Thickness 6mm or more, 2mm acceptable for HDD 40 pr above more than 10mm
Measuring position 12mm or more from edge
Time to read 1sec or less (time to be specified for over 1sec) At first weighing and 30sec later
Number of measurement and data 5 or preferably 10meas, at 6mm or more
Average value of 5initial and 30sec later measurement.
summery Test report (example):HDA83 Test report (example):HDD56
Weight of constant pressure weighter approx. 1kg approx. 5kg 1,000g
Temperature condition 232 50humidity
20 +100 h
Acclimate time of specimen 88hTime can be shortened if measured value does not vary
As a rule, use in range 20-90
Use range
Use D for A>90, Use A for D<20
Plastic
Suitable specimen to the standards Expanded rubber
(plastic film, tape and foam plastic excluded) (usable for elastomer)
Standard GS-709N GS-702N GS-701N
Our original durometer
Peak Pointer GS-709G GS-702G GS-701G
Our original digital durometer GSD-719S GSD-720S GSD-701S

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 SD-763P
This is multi-function Mini Printer for Digital Durometer
(GSD-series) and Constant Pressured Thickness Measuring
Instruments(PG-series), and can be used for various
arithmetic calculation management.

PG
This instruments comply with ISO(IRHD A-method) and JIS K 6250
standards(ruled in physical test method general rule of rubber for
vulcanized rubber and thermoplastic). This is sheet block compatible
type which can measure both thickness of test piece hardness IRHD
below 35 and over 35 by this one unit. Contact point is diameter 5mm
and pressure can be changed by only attaching and detaching weights.
A product line-up with φ45mm contact point and the measuring range of
0 13mm, is prepared for both the sheet-like specimen and compression
set specimen. The ISO document can also be issued(option).

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