Our hardness reference blocks with factory certificate (on request also with DAkkS certification) enable continuous checking and calibration of your UCI probes or Leeb rebound devices for consistently stable measurement results.

The hardness reference blocks are available in different versions with certified hardness.

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Due to the stable design, our Leeb rebound sensors are ideally suited for everyday use on massive components in the industrial work environments. The “2-in-1 concept” enables the parallel use of Leeb rebound sensors and UCI (Ultrasonic Contact Impedance) measuring probes with the SONODUR 3 device.

The measured values are evaluated via an app based on the future-proof Android software platform. All information is visible at a glance. The measured values are statistically summarized and individually displayed in result lists as well as by means of graphical representation and tolerance thresholds in a user-friendly manner. The measured values can be exported for further data processing.
The operating principle of the Leeb rebound method consists of accelerating an impact body, at the front end of which is a hard metal ball, with a defined energy against the surface of the material to be measured. The impact of the hard metal ball causes a deformation of the surface, which leads to a loss of acceleration energy. This energy loss is determined by measuring the velocity and from this a hardness value is calculated in Leeb.

Areas of application are large, solid test parts with a minimum component weight requirement of 5 kg and a minimum thickness greater than 25 mm (SONO HLD).

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The rugged, mechanical construction of the motorized measuring probes is designed for everyday industrial use. The massive housing made of anodized aluminum protects the sophisticated mechanics. This provides high long-term stability of the probe in order to guarantee high accuracy requirements for measurement precision. The modern signal processing in the probe with standard USB interface to the display device allows universal adaptation to most devices.

In addition, the probes can be used in a highly variable manner. Thanks to the integrated motor control, the adjustable test load application time (penetration time), and the variety of probe feet, the measurement can be controlled manually, semi-automatically or fully automatically.

Our motorized measuring probes can be used with both the SONODUR 3 mobile hardness tester and the SONODUR R, which was developed for fully automatic production.

The intelligent measuring system of each probe covers the entire hardness range of the classic Vickers scale. Motor measuring probes operate with significantly lower test forces than hand-held probes, making them particularly suitable for sensitive surfaces on which only minimal test indentations are to be made. The field of application includes thin, sensitive surface layers such as in the printing industry, for pistons and plating as well as sensitive components/materials or the measurement of surface hardness in the copper gravure printing industry or the automotive industry.

Our probes work according to the UCI hardness testing method. Here, the probe rod is excited to oscillate in longitudinal direction with its natural frequency. At the lower end there is a Vickers diamond which is pressed into the material to be tested. A defined load is applied via a spring system. When the Vickers diamond penetrates the specimen, this vibration is damped and a frequency shift occurs, which can be measured. From this frequency shift, we calculate the hardness value using the Vickers scale after the nominal test force has been reached with the final position of the motor and after the programmed penetration time has elapsed.

The main difference in the procedure compared to the classical Vickers hardness test is, among other things, that the contact area of the Vickers diamond is responsible for the frequency shift of the vibrating rod. In contrast, in classical hardness testing, the indentation of the diamond must be measured optically.

Technical Data

Test method: UCI-method, according to DIN 50159-1,2-2021, ASTM A1038-2019
Penetration time: according to standard DIN EN 6607-1
Material probe housing: Aluminium
Dimensions probe housing: 38.5 mm x 188 mm
Material measuring tip: Diamant
Diameter measuring tip: 3.4 mm
Length of measuring tip: 33 mm
Tip angle measuring tip: 136°
Connection: wired via Lemo plug connection

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The hand-held measuring probes are designed for everyday use. The robust stainless-steel housing is corrosion resistant and the basis for the special, long-life probe technology that is inside.

Our hand-held measuring probes can be used with both the SONODUR 3 mobile hardness tester and the SONODUR R developed for fully automated production.

The intelligent measuring system of each probe covers the entire hardness range of the classic Vickers scale. The hand-held probes are suitable for measurements of metals, industrial ceramics and, with certain restrictions, also for highly heterogeneous materials such as cast iron (nodular cast iron e.g. GJS500).

Our probes work according to the UCI hardness testing method (Ultrasonic Contact Impedance). During this process, the probe rod is excited to vibrate in the longitudinal direction with its natural frequency. At the lower end there is a Vickers diamond which is pressed into the material to be tested. A defined load is applied via a spring. When the Vickers diamond penetrates the specimen, this vibration is damped and a frequency shift occurs, which can be measured. When the nominal test force is reached, we calculate the hardness value from this frequency shift using the Vickers scale and display it immediately.

The biggest difference in the method compared to the classical Vickers hardness test is, among other things, that the contact surface of the Vickers diamond is responsible for the frequency shift of the vibrating rod. Whereas in classical hardness testing, the impression of the diamond must be measured optically.

Technical Data

Test method: UCI-method, according to DIN 50159-1,2-2021, ASTM A1038-2019
Material probe housing: stainless steel
Dimensions probe housing: 25 mm x 177 mm (may differ for special probes)
Material measuring tip: diamond
Diameter measuring tip: 3.4 mm (optional 1.7 mm)
Length of measuring tip: 13 mm (optional 40 mm)
Tip angle measuring tip: 136°
Connection: wired via Lemo plug connection

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With its 19″ housing dimensions, the SONODUR R is ideally suited to be used in fully automated production lines and as a tabletop device. The familiar android-based software of the SONODUR 3 is optimally adapted to the clear 7″ LED touch screen of the SONODUR R.

Thanks to USB and a fully isolated, digital I/O interface, the device is currently the only fully automatable UCI hardness measuring system in the world. Setpoints can be used to directly control actuators such as good/bad sorting switches.

The SONODUR R combines all the advantages of the SONODUR 3 mobile hardness tester with the requirements of a device for integration into a fully automated process line.

All UCI SONODUR handheld and motor probes can be used without restrictions due to high-resolution, digital signal processing technology. The instrument works with wired probes of the SONO H/M/S series. These are available in different versions and test forces. Hand-held probes are available with standard test loads of 10 N, 30 N, 49 N and 98 N. Motor probes are available in 1 N, 3 N and 8.6 N versions.

The main areas of application are the measurement of series parts after heat treatment and/or surface processing as well as coating hardness measurement on gravure cylinders.

Technical Data

Operating system: Android 7
Interfaces:
– On / Off
– Digital I/O, Digitale Input/Out signals, galvanically isolated
– USB (device) for software updates
– COM1- serial interface RS232 data output and remote control galvanically isolated
– Probe cable, connection socket for probe cable coded and locked (push-pull)

Power supply: 24 V DC in / 1A min.
Dimensions – device:
approx. 133 x 236 x 314 mm (H x W x D)
(360 mm with handle, suitable for 19″ housing dimensions)

Weight – device: approx. 3400 g
Screen: 7″ – PCT touch screen, TFT- display with LED lightning

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The mobile SONODUR 3 is robust, suitable for industrial use and specially designed and built for rough everyday use. It has a high functionality level similar to that of modern smartphones. The powerful energy concept has up to eight hours of battery life in continuous operation.

The software of the SONODUR 3 is based on the future-proof Android platform with almost any expansion possibilities. The device is thus ideally equipped for daily use as a “workhorse” in hardening and industrial plants with outdoor operations as well as for tasks that are increasingly being discussed today in connection with comprehensive communication in production lines, keyword IOT.

The SONODUR 3 masters the evaluations of the hardness testing methods UCI (Ultrasonic Contact Impedance) and the rebound hardness testing according to Leeb:

In the area of UCI hardness testing, the instrument works with cable-connected probes of the SONO-H/M/S series. These are available in different versions and test loads. Hand-held probes are available in the standard test loads 10 N, 30 N, 49 N and 98 N. Motor probes are available in 1 N, 3 N and 8.6 N versions. For tripod probes, there are test forces of 10 N, 49 N, 98 N.

The sensors for rebound hardness testing according to Leeb are connected wirelessly, via Bluetooth with the SONODUR 3. The SONO L rebound sensors are available in the D-C/D/G version.

The mobile high-tech all-rounder is used for quality control in incoming goods and during production, as well as for rapid hardness testing of metallic materials after heat treatment or surface processing. The system is also excellently suited for hardness testing at positions that are difficult to access and for mobile weld seam testing in confined spaces. The layer hardness measurement with several measuring points and its easy adjustment functions on almost all fine-grained, homogeneous materials round off the SONODUR 3’s range of applications.

Technical Data

Operating system: Android 7.0
Operating time: >10 h in measurement mode (depending on system settings and operating conditions)
Protection grade: IP65
Qualification: suitable for industrial use according to MIL-STD-810G method
Test method: UCI method, according to DIN 50159 1,2-2021, ASTM A1038 2019
Revalutations: according to the latest ASTM E140-12b (2019) and EN ISO 18265:2019
Dimensions display unit: approx. 164 x 86 x 23 mm
Weight indicating instrument: approx. 320 g (incl. battery pack)

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With the PAT, you are never in doubt about whether your belt transmissions are aligned or not. By using the groove as reference, you will achieve a precise alignment which reduces belt wear, bearing failures and vibrations.

Two transmitters with visible red laser line

The PAT comes with two-line laser transmitters, each equipped with two spring-loaded guides that fit into the pulley grooves. The use of two laser transmitters with integrated targets makes it very easy to find out what kind of alignment is required. Parallel offset, angular error, and twist are instantly visible to the operator. Within a few minutes, the operator can determine if the machine requires alignment or not.

PAT – Complete system
2 boxes of V-guide tips
1 pair of laser transmitters
4 batteries, LR 03 1.5V (AAA)

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Our core values, GuideU and Alignment Intelligence, have led to the development of several first industry functions, where True Live and VertiZontal Moves are unique on the market for laser-based shaft alignment tools. They bring ease of use to our end users, which above all facilitates easy precision shaft alignment, on-the-job time saving, improved reliability, and more importantly, money savings.

With the FIXTURLASER EXO, you get all this in an intrinsically safe shaft alignment package.

FIXTURLASER EXO – Package with Case
Tablet EX
2 pcs of digital smart sensors EX
2 pcs of V-brackets, complete with chains EX
Rod kit
2 pcs of chains, 8 mm (length=970 mm)
Power cable, EU and US
USB cable with snap ferrite, A-mini, 2 m
Power supply 5 USB ports
3 pcs of USB cables A-mini B, 0,5 m
Tape measure 5 m
2 pcs of angled universal tools
Fixturlaser NXA manual – English version

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With a mix of shaft alignment and geometry applications, you are safeguarding your machinery’s operation condition. Regular maintenance checks or installations of new machinery, you have what you need in the NXA Ultimate.

Machine foundations need to be checked for any flatness faults, before the machine is actually installed, hence the flatness application. And once installed, the machine’s alignment status must be measured. With everything verified to be perfectly aligned, you can also ensure the machinery’s optimal operation conditions.

The NXA Ultimate Package with Case
Display unit
2 pcs of digital smart sensors
2 pcs of complete V-brackets with chains
2 pcs of magnetic V-brackets
2 pcs of chains 8 mm 60 links
Rod kit
Extension fixture, 49 mm
Magnetic base
R2 sensor/receiver
Turnable sensor holder on magnetic base
T21 transmitter with mounting magnet
2 pcs of angled tools
Tape measure 5 m
USB stick
Chargers for display unit and sensors
NXA Shaft alignment manual – English version
NXA Geometry manual – English version

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Connectivity, mobile devices, and apps are integrated into the AT-200 making it a tool for short response time between machine failures and corrective actions. The smart sensors use CCD technology for superior measurement performance and precision alignment.

True live with smart sensors

No doubts, no guessing games, thanks to the industry-first use of technologies of two smart sensors with visible laser beams and inclinometers monitoring both shaft positions simultaneously.

Did you interrupt the laser beam? Or move the machine’s position out of the detector range? Not a problem, our smart sensors will resume with an updated machine position and always deliver live values to you.

AT-200 package with case
2 pcs of digital alignment sensors
2 pcs of V-brackets complete with chain
Extension fixture, 49 mm
Magnetic base
Rod kit
2 pcs of chains, 8 mm, 60 links (L=970 mm)
Tape measure, 5 m
2 pcs of angled universal tools
External power cable, EU, 2 m
External power cable, US, 2 m
2 pcs of USB-cables, A-mini B, 2 m
Power supply 5 USB-ports 5 VDC

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On-the-spot machine diagnostics with a complete precision shaft alignment tool and a cloud connection to save reports and look up historical data, all combined into one tool — the RT-300 is a truly unique reliability tool for the Industry 4.0 mechanic!

Shaft Alignment

IP65 certified sensor design that can withstand harsh environments
30 mm digital sensor detector + line laser eliminate rough alignment and give you ashort setup time
Premounted fixtures and small sensors provide quick setup also on machines with limited space

AT-300 package with case
2 pcs of digital alignment sensors
2 pcs of V-brackets complete with chain
Runout probe
Sensor stand (without magnetic base)
Adjustable probe tip
Wireless sensor (WLS)
Magnetic base
Rod kit
2 pcs of chains, 8 mm, 60 links (L=970 mm)
Tape measure 5 m
2 pcs of angled universal tools
Ext power cable EUR 2 m
Extension fixture 49 mm
Ext power cable US 2m
USB-cable A-mini B 2m
USB-cable A-micro B 1,5m
Power supply 5 USB-ports 5 VDC

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ACOEM expands its shaft alignment product family with the AT-100.

AT-100 is an app-based alignment tool that combines integrated apps, patented technology, and easy connectivity.

The AT-100 is suitable for entry-level to expert shaft alignment work, the AT-100 shaft alignment tool provides high measurement flexibility.
The intuitive tool works with the shaft alignment apps on a tablet or smartphone. It is simple to use and doesn’t require any special training.

The AT-100 shaft alignment solution is the result of almost 40 years of shaft alignment expertise and innovation, leveraging the latest technology to enhance your user experience.

Each AT-100 is delivered with the following package:
Sensor, M8/S8
Rod kit NXA
Chain 12,7 mm 60 links (L=500 mm)
Tape measure 5 m
V-bracket complete
Angled universal tool – 1 pcs
USB-cable A-mini B 2m
Power supply 2 USB-ports 5 VDC

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