Branson Krautkramer MIC 10, User Manual

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Test requirements
Every hardness test has certain requirements. The
most important are:
•
determination of the test scope
•
selection of a suitable testing technique
•
consideration of the material properties
•
Determination of the evaluation limits
Selection of a suitable test setup
It is the task of the person responsible for the test to in-
form the operator about the test requirements. In addi-
tion to this, a clear and complete interpretation of the
corresponding test specifications is urgently required.
Information about the test method and test specifica-
tions are, amongst others, obtainable from different in-
stitutes, industrial companies and authorities.
1.5 Important notes on MIC 10
New display
The MIC 10 display has changed as from instrument
serial number 1001. Please take into account when
retrofitting new software to an instrument having a
smaller serial number. This change does not affect the
operation in any way.
The average is now indicated with before the read-
ing; the indication
S for the single value is dropped (no
indication=single value). The indication s (seconds) for
the dwell time is likewise dropped. The indication for
the probe contact and the hardness scale
N/mm
2
are
located elsewhere on the display.
New Display
Old Display
Important notes on MIC 10
Introduction
Krautkrämer MIC 10 Issue 08, 08/01 1-7
Test requirements
Every hardness test has certain requirements. The
most important are:
•
determination of the test scope
•
selection of a suitable testing technique
•
consideration of the material properties
•
Determination of the evaluation limits
Selection of a suitable test setup
It is the task of the person responsible for the test to in-
form the operator about the test requirements. In addi-
tion to this, a clear and complete interpretation of the
corresponding test specifications is urgently required.
Information about the test method and test specifica-
tions are, amongst others, obtainable from different in-
stitutes, industrial companies and authorities.
1.5 Important notes on MIC 10
New display
The MIC 10 display has changed as from instrument
serial number 1001. Please take into account when
retrofitting new software to an instrument having a
smaller serial number. This change does not affect the
operation in any way.
The average is now indicated with before the read-
ing; the indication
S for the single value is dropped (no
indication=single value). The indication s (seconds) for
the dwell time is likewise dropped. The indication for
the probe contact and the hardness scale
N/mm
2
are
located elsewhere on the display.
New Display
Old Display
Important notes on MIC 10
Introduction
Krautkrämer MIC 10 Issue 08, 08/01 1-7