BAQ alphaDur Mini II UCI Hardness Tester

BAQ alphaDur Mini II UCI Hardness Tester

Fast and Easy Hardness Testing

Made in Germany and designed and manufactured by Hardness Testing experts, the alphaDUR mini II is the 4th generation of the alphaDUR series which has been successfully used in hardness testing for 10+ years. Operating the alphaDUR mini II is very easy because all information is shown on the large LCD display. Hardness scale and material can quickly be changed by special keys. Measurements can be done fast and accurately and the measured value displayed directly after the test load has been applied. A test load between 0.3 kg (HV 0.3) and 10 kg HV 10) can be chosen depending on the application and the sample surface.

Updated features from the AlphaDur Mini Include:

  • USB-C interface for data transfer to PC and USB flash drive
  • LED status
  • Graphic display of the measured values
  • Verification mode

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Features

  • Measuring method according to DIN 50519 & ASTM A1038
  • Conversion according EN ISO 18265 & ASTM E140
  • Robust metal casing
  • Large, color LCD display
  • Built-in Lithium-Ion battery
  • Extensive storage and statistical functions
  • USB-C interface for data transfer to PC and USB flash drive
  • LED status
  • Graphic display of the measured values
  • Verification mode

Applications

  • Incoming goods inspection
  • Hardness testing of metals in production
  • Testing of (even at difficult to access locations at any angle):
    • machine parts
    • weld seams
    • coating
    • hardened parts

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Probe Selection

The selection of load is based on:

  • Thickness
  • Surface Finish
  • Materials Grain Size
  • Hardness Range

 

The most common probes are:

  • 5 kg (49N) - typically recommended for machined surfaces and materials in the HRC range.
  • 10 kg (98N) - typically for pipe and materials in the Brinell or Rockwell B range
  • Lower loads are recommended for plated parts and those with surface treatments, case hardened materials, etc...

 

*The lower the load the better the finish needs to be and more critical handling of the probe
*For best results, calibrate to a sample of the material being tested. The sample should be tested with a regular hardness tester first and made into a secondary standard.

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Available Probes

Image P.N Load Recommended For Shaft Diameter Length
14-121 3 N 0.3 kg Plated parts, those with surface treatments, case hardened materials, etc. 4.3 mm 15 mm
14-122 10 N 1 kg Plated parts, those with surface treatments, case hardened materials, etc. 4.3 mm 15 mm
14-123 20 N 2 kg Plated parts, those with surface treatments, case hardened materials, etc. 4.3 mm 15 mm
14-124 30 N 3 kg Plated parts, those with surface treatments, case hardened materials, etc. 4.3 mm 15 mm
14-125 49 N 5 kg Machined surfaces and materials in the HRC range 4.3 mm 15 mm
14-126 98 N 10 kg Pipe and materials in the Brinell or Rockwell B range 4.3 mm 15 mm

14-129A

Special Probe SL

 Available in: 3 N, 10 N, 20 N, 30 N, 49 N or 98 N 0.3, 1, 2, 3, 5 or 10 kg Measurements e.g. in drill holes or cogwheels (Tooth base) 5 mm 18 mm

14-129B

Special Probe SL-L

 Available in: 3 N, 10 N, 20 N, 30 N, 49 N or 98 N 0.3, 1, 2, 3, 5 or 10 kg Measurements e.g. in drill holes or cogwheels (Tooth base) 5 mm 34 mm

Technical Specifications

alphaDUR Mini II Specifications

Measuring Method UCI Hardness Testing
Conforms to DIN 50159 and ASTM A 1038-05
Test Load Depending on the UCI probe: 3, 10, 20, 30, 49 or 98 N (HV0.3 - HV10)
Testing Materials Preferably metals, material calibrations can be saved in the device.
Measurements on glass, ceramic and plastic are possible if comparison measurements for calibration are done. Minimum thickness for steel app. 5mm (depending on the sample geometry).
Hardness Scales Vickers (HV), Brinell (HB), Rockwell (HRC, HRB, HRA, HRD, HRE, HRF), Super Rockwell (HR45N), Knoop (HK), tensile strength (MPa).
Conversion according to DIN EN ISO 18265 and ASTM E140.
Uncertainty of Measurement <2% to the value of the hardness test block
Display 3.5“ TFT LCD Color display, 640 x 480 Pixels
Memory 2 GB RAM
8 GB eMMC-Flash-Memory
(> 1,000,000 measurements)
Data Transfer Direct protocol printout with mini thermal printerPC-Software
Data transfer on USB flash device
(Data transfer to PC)
(Data transfer via Bluetooth)
Interfaces 1x USB Type C (charging and data transfer)
1x probe connector
Bluetooth 5.0, BLE
Battery Built-in Li-ion battery, 6800 mAh
Operating Time Approx. 10 hrs. (is still being precisely defined)
Operating Temperature 32° to 122°F (0° to 50°C)
Storage Temperature -4° to 140°F (-20° to 60°C)
Dimensions 6.06" x 3.31" x 0.91" (154 x 84 x 123 mm)
Weight 15.17 oz. (430 g)

alphaDur Mini II Kit Includes

  • Basic device w/ built-in battery
  • UCI probe and cable (specify hardness)
  • USB cable
  • Charging adapter
  • Case
  • Manufacturer's certificate for UCI probes
  • USB flash drive w/ manuals

Optional Accessories

  • Probe support for flat and curved surfaces
  • High precision stand
  • Probe handle
  • Portable mini printer
  • Special probe SL for measurements at locations difficult to access
  • Carrying bag
  • Certified UCI hardness test blocks (Ø 90x16 mm)

Product Literature

Description Part # Saved Price Select Option Add to

Instrument Kits
BAQ AlphaDur Mini II Kit with Probe (select test load)
Model #
HT-BAQ-14-102-Master
$7,865.00
BAQ AlphaDur Mini II Main Unit and SL Probe (shaft diameter / length: 5 mm / 18 mm) (select test load)
Model #
HT-BAQ-14-102-129A-3-M
$8,065.00
BAQ AlphaDur Mini II Main Unit and SL-L Probe (shaft diameter / length: 5 mm / 34 mm) (select test load)
Model #
HT-BAQ-14-102-129B-3-M
$8,245.00

Separate Probes
BAQ Separate Standard UCI Probe (select test load)
Model #
HT-BAQ-14-Master
$3,940.00
BAQ Special probe SL for measurings e.g. in drill holes or cogwheels (Tooth base) Shaft diameter / length: 5 mm / 18 mm, (select test load)
Model #
HT-BAQ-14-129A-3-M
$4,450.00
BAQ Special probe SL-L for measurings e.g. in drill holes or cogwheels (Tooth base) Shaft diameter / length: 5 mm / 34 mm, (selected test load)
Model #
HT-BAQ-14-129B-3-M
$4,645.00

Probe Accessories
BAQ High Precision Stand HT-BAQ-11-130
$2,070.00
BAQ Probe Support for Flat Specimen HT-BAQ-11-131
$680.00
BAQ Probe Support for Round Specimen 10 -50 mm (0.4 - 2") HT-BAQ-11-132
$725.00
BAQ Probe Support for Round Specimen 50 - 250 mm (2 - 10") HT-BAQ-11-133
$750.00
BAQ Handle for the probes with ball knob HT-BAQ-11-142
$185.00
BAQ Protective Sleeve for Probe (Screwed on the probe for protection of the UCI-Rod) HT-BAQ-11-171
$170.00
BAQ Probe Cable HT-BAQ-11-172
$300.00

Test Blocks
BAQ Hardness Test block for UCI, Rockwell Calibration with ISO and ASTM certificate, Approx. Hardness Value: (select hardness value)
Model #
HT-BAQ-HVP-9016HRC-EP-M
$735.00
BAQ Hardness Test block for UCI, Vickers Calibration with ISO and ASTM certificate, Approx. Hardness Value: (select Hardness Value and Test Load)
Model #
HT-BAQ-HVP-9016HV-EP-M
$820.00

Additional Accessories
BAQ Power Supply / battery charger + Adapter for Charger (US/CA) HT-BAQ-12-173
$215.00
BAQ Calibration of the probe including certificate (shipping costs not included) HT-BAQ-R-S-KAL
$380.00
BAQ DAkkS-Calibration of a UCI-Hardness Tester with one Probe according to DIN 50159 by an accredited laboratory HT-BAQ-R-AD-KAL-DIN
$755.00
BAQ DAkkS-Calibration of a UCI-Hardness Tester with one Probe according to ASTM A1038 by an accredited laboratory HT-BAQ-R-AD-KAL-ASTM
$755.00