What Makes the Digi Test II – Fully Automatic Shore and IRHD System the Global Leader for Accuracy, Durability, and Simplicity of Use?

The Different Components of Digi Test II 

Components from Digi Test

The Digi Test II is divided into four primary sections, including:

• Picking bracket or loading module
• Electric device
• Adjustable measuring device (for Shore, IRHD, and VLRH tests)
• Test bench

The electronic unit that controls the entire system and shows user data, measurement technique, date, and time is a feature of this IRHD and Shore hardness tester.

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Three different types of hardness testing can be conducted using the interchangeable Digi Test automatic durometer.

The first is the Shore type, which is used for hardness testing the most frequently in the US. The IRHD test is the most popular in Europe.

Manufacturers often employ the Shore A approach in the US, followed by the Shore D method. Hard rubber compounds and plastics are tested using the Shore D type. 50 Shore D is equivalent to 90 Shore A units in terms of material hardness.

A flattened cone (indenter) is used to press through the rubber’s surface in the Shore hardness test. A spring attached to the durometer drives the indenter into the rubber substance while also carrying a load.

An IRHD test

When utilizing the Digi Test II Bareiss hardness tester to measure hardness using an IRHD meter and the unit IRHD, a spherical rather than a cone-shaped indenter is inserted into the specimen. In Europe, it is the preferred automated measurement technique.

• A repeatable result on rubber tests is provided by the International Rubber Hardness Degrees (IRHD) test method. The hardest O-rings can be tested using this test procedure.
• The approach that is preferred for evaluating finished products is the IRHD test, a non-destructive kind of rubber test. A scale from 0 to 100 is used in the IRHD test.
• The most sophisticated Shore and IRHD hardness tester available is called Digi Test II.

Test VLRH

• The Very Low Rubber-Hardness, or VLRH, test measures the hardness of soft elastomers and silicones.
• Silicone has recently seen a rise in utilization in both science and industry.
• Prior to VLRH, Shore A and Shore 00 tests were the only ones that could be used to test silicone. These tests’ accuracy, however, was poor. As a result, experts created the VLRH.
• The National Meteorological Institute of Germany and VLRH jointly developed this tried-and-true hardness test for extremely soft silicones. The VLRH test has DIN ISO 27588 certification.
• Hardness testing tools like the Digi Test II qualify as micro Shore durometers since they can assess the hardness of very soft elastomers or silicones.
• The hardness of very thin or atypically formed silicone specimens is tested using micro-hardness durometers. These tools can precisely measure soft materials that are 1.25 mm thin.

The IRHD Normal and Low scales and the VLRH scale can be connected.

The automated Shore IRHD hardness tester’s spare parts

• Technical data
• Voltage range: 100 to 240 volts
• Power required: 20 VA
• IP code: 20 LCD with 240 x 128 pixel resolution
• Time measurement: 1 s to 99 s
• Data output: USB and RS 232

Dimensions and weight: The full Digi Test II system is less than 25 kg in weight and less than 60 cm height. The structure’s strength is not compromised by its lightweight and small size. Most pieces are made of high-quality aluminum.

The Digi Test II test platform is 570 mm from top to bottom, and the strong construction gives the entire system stability. This system can produce extremely accurate readings of hardness, said Bareiss.

Several applications

Testing rubber materials with thicknesses as thin as 0.5 mm is made possible with the Digi Test II. The Digi Test II unit is meant for specimens with a thickness less than 6 mm, however this type of hardness tester unit can handle specimens of that thickness.

Special Features

Hardness testing is made simple with the Bareiss Digi Test II because to its wonderful features, which include:

Are there any applications that call for testing materials that aren’t flat, such as hardness tests on concave and convex surfaces? With its automatic surface detecting technology, the Digi Test II tester can test materials with convex or concave surfaces.

If you need to test different aspects of the specimen, you can also change the length of its indenter.

Several sample holders are available, though customers can ask for a special holder for their products and applications. Bareiss offers a variety of sample holders. For a tailored answer, get in touch with Infinita lab.

Easy setup: Setting up the Digi Test II to function is simple. It offers users a simple plug-and-play option. By tightening a knurled nut to the electrical device, install the measurement unit.

After that, the electronic device will identify the measurement technique needed for your test and carry out the hardness test in accordance with the standard.

The Digi Test II automatic Shore and IRHD hardness testing system is a great choice for 13 reasons.

The Digi Test II system has a wealth of distinctive features and advantages that support its position as the top hardness testing tool in the market, including:

1. Clearly Shown

The device’s electrical unit features a clear display on which you can observe the data output and navigation menu. A PC and the Hardest software are other options. This configuration is perfect if you need to write a report about your test or conduct a more involved data analysis.

For its digital testers, Bareiss created their own software. Users of the Bareiss Hardness software can create reports about their hardness tests using a template that is provided.

These reports can be viewed as either a histogram or a graph line.

The software is compatible with Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7, and Windows 8. The template also allows for defining lower and upper boundaries.

2. Usability

The Digi Test II is an easy tool to operate. This is due to the system’s plug-and-play design. Moreover, changing the measurement technique just requires three steps.

Start by releasing the unit’s side thumbscrew. Plug the test equipment in next. Then click Start to start your hardness test.

The system restricts user influence as well. Results are hence precise and repeatable.

3. Reliable measurement tool selection

The Digi Test II is a tool that aids in determining the best assortment of measurement instruments to utilize for almost any kind of rubber and plastic hardness testing. It will advise the best measuring tool to use if the test result is above or below the permissible limit.

Any of the four languages the gadget supports—English, French, Italian, and Spanish—can be used to display the reading.

The display brightness can also be changed from 0 to 99.

4. A USB interface for data transmission

Data can be easily transferred from the Digi Test II device to your computer using the system’s built-in USB port.

The following are some benefits of data transmission using the USB interface:

• In comparison to RS232 and other parallel interfaces, USB connectors are tiny.
• No further power source is required.
• The USB driver makes sure that data transmission and communication are error-free.

5. Bareiss One upgradeable

Digi Test 2 Hardest, a software programme for testing and evaluating.

Users of the Digi Test II can record data and create graphs using the sophisticated Bareiss One software. You may export data, share it with other users, and do many other things.

This software also has other features including the ability to read hardness values and deliver a series of measurements.

• Indicate values that are outside of the tolerance ranges.
• Do the median and average values calculations.
• Show the test material’s recovery characteristics as a hysteresis curve.
• It should be noted that existing Digi Test users can upgrade to Digi Test II.

6. Digital, modular system for evaluating hardness

Three different forms of hardness testing are covered by the modular testing system provided by the Digi Test II. This extremely smart device has an electronic component that manages the entire system.

There are numerous industries where this kind of hardness testing equipment is the best choice, including:

• industries for automobiles, defence, and aerospace
• Industry of plastic and rubber
• Pharmaceuticals
• industry for medical technologies
• optical sector

7. Modular measuring devices and test anvils

The Digi Test II device’s measurement unit is completely replaceable to support all testing possibilities for the Shore, IRHD, and VLRH ranges. The measurement device requires no complicated construction and weighs between 0.4 and 1.7 kg.

It will only be necessary to unscrew the attachment screw from one measuring unit and fasten the replacement unit to change measurements. You can do a hardness test after you have finished altering the unit.

Furthermore, two-point testing and thickness measurement are possible when using this hardness tester in conjunction with Bareiss’s Barofix centering tool.

8. The range and time of the measurements are identified

The Digi Test II electronic device recognises the chosen measuring range and time automatically. As well as that, it will display:

• Language, counter reset, audio signal, and display brightness options are available.
• measuring technique
• trial mode
• Configuration testing
• showing the measured value

The notice indicating that the tester is prepared to conduct a test will be visible on the wide display of data.

9. May be included into automated production methods

The Digi Test II can be integrated into an automatic production process that is already in place. It implies that it may quickly fit into a productive or coordinated production process.

The Digi Test II machine may be installed, integrated, and utilized without incident because to its easy assimilation into an existing process.

10. Variable testing time for hardness (from 1s to 99 s)

You can choose a testing time between 1 and 99 seconds depending on the application and the item being tested.

11. Accuracy measurements of 0.1

Hardness readings are produced by the Digi Test II in steps of 0.1. With 0.5 increments, other Bareiss hardness testers are still superior to the industry norm of 1.0.

12. Test on a surface that is concave or convex.

Shore, IRHD, and VLRH Hardness Tests Automated System

The surfaces of all rubber testing samples are not perfectly flat. Use the measuring tool suitable for the surfaces and run an IRHD test if your test material has an irregular shape.

To ensure that various aspects of your sample may be evaluated, you can additionally extend the indenter.

13. Compliant with CSA, UL, and CE standards as well as ASTM D2240

When a force is applied to the specimen using an indenter, rubber hardness is assessed. The specimen’s viscoelastic behavior and elastic modulus are used to calculate the indentation hardness.

Based on the following criteria, the Digi Test is also in compliance:

• BS903-A 26 DIN EN ISO 868 DIN ISO 27588 DIN ISO 48 ASTM D 1415 DIN ISO 7619
• Digi Test II for the plastic and rubber sector
• Manufacturers can assess the strength, ductility, and wear resistance of a rubber component with Digi Test II in the rubber sector.

The tool helps determine whether the rubber component is appropriate for the application for which it is designed. The aim of developing such a component will be defeated if a manufacturer employs a rubber component with the wrong hardness.

The Bareiss Digi Test II can conduct both of the two hardness test methods now used most frequently in the plastics industry: the Shore durometer and IRHD.

For measuring the hardness of foams, silicones, elastomers, rubbers, and plastics, Bareiss offers a variety of durometers. Bareiss provides the best option to offer if your production team needs Shore, IRHD, or VLRH tests.

Several positioning tools, control blocks, and reference blocks are available from Bareiss. In addition, they offer integration solutions and hardness test software for a variety of needs in the rubber manufacturing sector.

Digi Test II for the aerospace and defense sector

The defense and aerospace industries rely largely on the quality of the materials they employ to construct aircraft and military vehicles today more than ever. Engineers are aware of the importance of material structure and strength to overall performance.

The integrity of the project is compromised and mission failure occurs if the final product is not constructed in accordance with standards. Therefore, the success of projects under the purview of the defense and aerospace industries depends on material testing, such as hardness tests.

• Engineers can obtain practical information about the materials used in prototypes and finished goods with the Digi Test II hardness tester.
• For the automotive sector, DigiTest II
• Similar to the aerospace sector, careful adherence to the guidelines for material preparation and analysis is required to ensure the superior overall performance of manufactured vehicles.

The Bareiss manufacturing company only collaborates with the best application specialists to meet new issues in the automobile industry in response to this requirement.

Car manufacturing businesses may make sure that the materials entering the production line meet the specifications for assuring safety, efficiency, and durability with the aid of the Digi Test II and other Bareiss hardness testers.