Brinell hardness measures surface resistance to penetration with HB probe. Test uses 20 high-pressure indents on fixed area. Hardness number depends on test hammer weight. Can be performed on flat materials like sheets and rods
Hardness measures resistance to localized plastic deformation. Three main types: scratch, indentation, and rebound hardness. Hardness depends on ductility, stiffness, plasticity, and other material properties
Testing machines examine physical properties of materials for quality assurance and research. Universal machines operate from 200 N to 2,500 kN force range. Dynamic testing machines simulate cyclic loads for durability prediction. Hardness testers cover metals, plastics, rubber and special materials
Specifies test conditions for moulding and extrusion plastics. Suitable for rigid and semi-rigid thermoplastics and thermosetting materials. Excludes textile fibres and flexible films under 1mm thickness
Standard specifies method for testing tensile properties of vulcanized and thermoplastic rubbers. Determines tensile strength, elongation at break, and other stress-strain properties
MTC certificate provides quality assurance document for material properties. Contains information on material size, manufacturing standards, and heat treatment. Issued by original material manufacturer and validated by manufacturer