NEXUS 3002 XL
Top quality Brinell hardness tester with various options for optical measuring systems. Ability to measure Vickers indentations starting from 30kgf/294.2N - 120kgf/1176N, depending on the model. Advanced user interface with “key in” option for indent dimensions, automatic Brinell hardness calculation. Display automatically shows Brinell hardness with conversion to Rockwell, Vickers and Leeb.
  • Load cell, closed loop system
  • Test loads 30kgf/294.2N - 3000kgf/29kN
  • LCD display showing Brinell and Vickers value, statistics and tester settings
  • Simultaneous conversion to Rockwell, Vickers, Brinell and Leeb rebound testing
  • Digital microscope for automatic indentation measurement
  • Electronic microscope with Z-axis movement and
    objectives for 10x, 25x and 100x magnification
  • Connectivity for data output via RS-232
  • XL version, 390mm workpiece height, 220mm throat depth
Hardness scales Brinell, Vickers
Load range 30kgf/294.2N to 3000kgf/29kN
Test loads 30kgf/294.2N, 31.25kgf/306N, 40kgf/392N,
50kgf/490N, 60kgf/588.4N, 62.5kgf/612N,
80kgf/784N, 100kgf/980.7N, 120kgf/1176N,
125kgf/1225N, 187.5kgf/1838N, 250kgf/2.45kN,
500kgf/4.9kN, 750kgf/7.35kN, 1000kgf/9806N,
1500kgf/14.7kN, 3000kgf/29kN
Brinell test range HB:    31.25kgf/306N, 62.5kgf/612N, 100kgf/980.7N,
          125kgf/1225N, 187.5kgf/1838N, 250kgf/2.45kN,
          500kgf/4.9kN, 750kgf/7.35kN, 1000kgf/9806N,
          1500kgf/14.7kN, 3000kgf/29kN
Vickers test range HV:    30kgf/294.2N, 40kgf/392N, 50kgf/490N,
          60kgf/588.4N, 80kgf/784N, 100kgf/980.7N,
          120kgf/1176N
Indentors Balls 1mm - 2.5mm - 5mm - 10mm
Test force selection Electronic, closed loop, load cell,
force feedback system, indication in kgf or N.
Test force selectable over menu operation
Test procedure Automatic, loading/dwell/unloading
Loading speed Variable, depending on load application
Test force accuracy Tolerance within 1% full range
User display Diameter of indent, length of diagonals, hardness value,
converted value, test force, online statistics
Display resolution 0.1 HB, HV
Hardness conversion Rockwell, Vickers, Brinell, Leeb and Tensile
2 scales simultaneously
Standards Complies to, or exceeds EN, ISO 6507, EN ISO 6506,
ASTM E-384, ASTM E-10-08, ASTM E-384
Statistics Total tests, max, min, average, range, standard deviation,
all in real time after each test
Control panel Start test, stop test, dwell time, print, clear,
menu operation for date,
time, scale and load settings, language
Firmware V2.01, Ger man, English, French (standard)
V2.02, English, Italian, Spanish
Memory Large memory for testing results
Data output RS-232, Bi-Directional, USB
Loading mechanism Fully automatic, closed loop, force feedback,
loading, dwell, unloading
Dwell time setting Default 10 seconds, user defined 1 to 99 seconds
Printer Optional silent high speed printer
Eyepiece microscope Depending on model, analogue, electronic,
video measuring, 0.1µm reading
Specimen accommodation Vertical capacity    220mm normal model,
                          390mm XL model
Horizontal capacity  220mm (from center-line),
                          220mm XL model (from center-line)
Humidity 10% to 90% non condensing
Machine weight 130kg,
160kg XL model
Power supply  
100V AC to 240V AC, 50Hz/60Hz, single phase
Power consumption 390W
Dimensions 612mmx180mmx755mm,
620mmx180mmx950mm (XL model)
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  • Digital microscope with 10x, 25x and 100x magnification
    for automatic measurement
  • Ball indentors ø1mm, ø 2.5mm, ø5mm and ø10mm
  • V-anvil ø80mm
  • Large flat anvil ø200mm
  • Fuse 2A (3 pcs)
  • Hardness test block 150-250 HBW 10/3000
  • Hardness test block 75-125 HBW 10/1000
  • Hardness test block 150-250 HBW 2.5/187.5
  • RS-232 data output
  • Adjustable feet (4 pcs)
  • INNOVATEST certificate
  • Installation and user manual
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Optional accessories
  • Motorized spindle for fully automatic testing on XL models
  • Large testing table 350mm x 250mm
  • HB100 Video measuring and data base system
  • Extended height/width frame XL models
  • Motorized X-Y stage
  • Indentors and hardness test blocks
  • Certified indentors
  • Reference hardness blocks
  • Solid tester table and storage cabinet
  • Specified color requirement
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