Newage Testing Instruments has introduced a new automatic multi-specimen Vickers hardness tester, model Cams-MSO
The Cams-MSO system has a capacity for handling up to six mounted samples with a 1.25inch diameter and up to 24 traverse sequences in a single test routine.
A new sample fixture, motorized positioning tables, focusing capabilities and software were developed to provide the capabilities required by this application.
The six-piece fixture is designed with a quick release mounting system and provides self-leveling capability for the mounts.
A large multi-specimen fixture places more demands on the X/Y positioning tables so the Newage X/Y tables are built specifically for this application.
The MSO positioning tables have a heavy-weight load capability and optical encoders with 0.5 micron positioning resolution.
In addition to the fine positioning, the optical encoders enable a system that is not subject to error from frictional wear on the screws, a factor which is accentuated in heavier multi-sample systems.
The precision of these positioning tables provide the capability of doing all the testing in a single technician setup with the highest level of positioning accuracy, both when the system is new and after a long period of heavy use - without the substantial maintenance that would be required from systems using the standard technology.
Another feature of the MSO system is the focusing capability.
Systems making measurements over six samples need far more focusing range.
The Newage automatic multi-range focus capability enables testing over the entire fixture without any operator interaction.
The MSO components can also be used to retrofit systems manufactured by other companies.
