FM-X series

FM-X series

FM-X series

Product catalog summary
Overview: The document provides a comprehensive analysis of the FM-X Series Microhardness Testers, focusing on their specifications, features, and model comparisons. It highlights advancements in automatic indentation reading and load application methods, emphasizing the integration of high-resolution cameras and dedicated software to enhance measurement accuracy and operator efficiency.
Key Features:
  • Built-in Camera Mechanism: Enhances operator visibility and measurement accuracy, particularly on rough surfaces.
  • Automatic Indentation Reading: Available in models FM-LXR, FM-X3R, FM-X2R, and FM-X1R, reducing operator burden and individual reading differences.
  • Load Application Methods: Includes both conventional weight and Load-cell methods, allowing for multi-stage load switching and improved accuracy.
  • Turret Design: Tilted turret reduces contact risk between sample and indenter/lens.
  • Infinity Lens System: Supports up to five lenses for a wide range of magnification options.
  • Data Management: Direct data transfer to PC, reducing recording errors, with various data output options including PDF.
Specifications:
  • Test Load: Multiple load levels available, with options for arbitrary settings at shipment.
  • Loading Mechanism: Automatic load/hold/release with a speed of 60μm/sec.
  • Turret Mechanism: Automatic rotation with a 15° tilt, accommodating up to six positions.
  • Indenter Options: Standard Vickers indenter with optional Knoop or Brinell indenters.
  • Measurement Parameters: Includes HV, HK, HBW, and Kc, with built-in functions for various calculations.
  • Data Output: USB and RS232C ports for data output and program installation.
Optional Accessories: A range of accessories is available, including different indenters, lenses, and measurement devices, to enhance the functionality of the testers.
Compliance and Standards: The testers conform to JIS B-7725, JIS B-7734, ASTM E-92, and ISO 6507-2 standards, ensuring high-quality and reliable measurements.
Model Comparison: The document compares various models, including FM-LXR, FM-LX, FM-X3R, FM-X3, FM-X2R, FM-X2, FM-X1R, and FM-X1, focusing on functionalities and features such as camera attachments, microscope capabilities, hardness calculation and conversion, loading methods, and data output functions.
Conclusion: The FM-X Series Microhardness Testers offer advanced features and flexibility for precise hardness testing, supported by robust software and hardware integration.
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Catalog excerpts

FM-X series-2

NEW STANDARD OF MICROVICKERS HARDNESS TESTER ■Equipped with a built-in camera mechnism. Independently developed automatic indentation with high performance dedicated software & PC measurement. By removing the measuring microscope, the appearance is refreshed. (R type with automatic indentation reading function) ■In addition to the conventional weight method, a lineup of models that adopts the loading by Load-cell and the multistepload switching have made it possible to achieve the heavy accuracy. Multi-load type 50gf 10kgf various with a wide load range corresponds to various tests. (FM-LX series)...

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FM-X series-3

MICROHARDNESS TESTER Load-cell type with automatic indentation reading function Weight type with automatic indentation reading function Adopted a built-in camera mechanism. Equipped with an automatic indentation reading function, Next-generation microhardness tester. Best performance and larger field of view is guaranteed and the high-resolution camera and dedicated software is equipped as standard. The indentation is displayed on the PC/tablet and automatically measured. Significantly reduces the burden on operators and individual differences in reading. ■ Dedicated software "ARGO" main screen...

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FM-X series-4

MICROHARDNESS TESTER Load-cell type Loading method using Load-cell instead of the conventional weight method. By adopting the Load-cell load system, multi-stage load switching is possible. The load switching work has evolved from the conventional dial operation to a smooth touch panel operation. Any load can be selected when ordering. (within the minimum to maximum load range) Equipped with a hardness conversion function. During HV measurement, the conversion value to any scale can be displayed on the front panel at the same time. FM-LX MICROHARDNESS TESTER Weight type Sophisticated design, excellent...

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FM-X series-5

SPECIFICATIONS Item 8 load levels for A type: 8 load levels for A type: 10/25/50/100/200/300/500/1000gf 10/25/50/100/200/300/500/1000gf 9 load levels for B type: 8 load levels for A type: 10 load levels for B type: 50/100/200/300/500/1000/2000/ 10/25/50/100/200/300/500/1000gf 8 load levels for A type: 5/10/25/50/100/200/300/500/ 5000/10000gf 10 load levels for B type: 10/25/50/100/200/300/500/1000gf 1000/2000gf * Arbitrary setting within the minimum to 5/10/25/50/100/200/300/500/ 12 load levels for C type: maximum load range is possible only at 1000/2000 gf 1/3/5/10/25/50/100/200/300/ the time...

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FM-X series-6

MICROHARDNESS TESTER SYSTEM CHART <OPTIONAL COMPONENTS>

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FM-X series-7

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Knoop indenter Tungsten carbide ball indenter Brinell test Hardness calculation table DESCRIPTION Rhombic diamond indenter for Knoop hardness φ 1mm 5gf - 50kgf (This is standard accessory for FM-X1) Object lens Apeature diaphragm φ 1 6mm6 types can be selected when ordering Field aperture φ 1 7mm7 types can be selected when ordering Monitor measuring device Precision vise Rotary table Thin specimen measuring device (For measuring the cross section) Vertical type Fine specimen measuring device Horizontal type (For measuring the cylindrical surface) Specimen inclining device...

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FM-X series-8

STANDARD ACCESSORIES ITEM Standard accessories common to all types Manual X-Y stage: Movement amount X25mm x Y25mm / Precision vise / Standard test block(HV700) / Diamond indenter for HV (built-in) (All accessories are / Infinity objective lens Total 2 ( × 50 and × 10) / Level adjusting leg × 4 / Level / Indenter cover (built-in) / Machine cover / Power one piece only.) cable (approximately 2000 mm) / Auxiliary tools (Phillips screwdriver x 1: Precision slotted screwdriver x 1: L wrench x 6) / Instruction manual / Accessory storage box Standard accessories by types (All are one piece only.) Automatic...

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