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    ASTM G171-03 Scratch Hardness

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    This document provides instructions for using a Tribology and Mechanical Testing Unit to perform a scratch hardness test according to ASTM G171-03. The test involves using a diamond stylus to scratch a material under a constant normal force and speed, then measuring the scratch width to calculate the scratch hardness number. Setup details are provided for the testing unit hardware configuration, software, test parameters and data collection.

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    This document provides instructions for using a Tribology and Mechanical Testing Unit to perform a scratch hardness test according to ASTM G171-03. The test involves using a diamond stylus to scratch a material under a constant normal force and speed, then measuring the scratch width to calculate the scratch hardness number. Setup details are provided for the testing unit hardware configuration, software, test parameters and data collection.

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    This document provides instructions for using a Tribology and Mechanical Testing Unit to perform a scratch hardness test according to ASTM G171-03. The test involves using a diamond stylus to scratch a material under a constant normal force and speed, then measuring the scratch width to calculate the scratch hardness number. Setup details are provided for the testing unit hardware configuration, software, test parameters and data collection.

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    This document provides instructions for using a Tribology and Mechanical Testing Unit to perform a scratch hardness test according to ASTM G171-03. The test involves using a diamond stylus to scratch a material under a constant normal force and speed, then measuring the scratch width to calculate the scratch hardness number. Setup details are provided for the testing unit hardware configuration, software, test parameters and data collection.

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    Application Note

    Tribology and Mechanical Testing Unit

    Standard Test Method for Scratch Hardness of Materials


    Using a Diamond Stylus on the Micro-Tribometer mod. CETR-UMT 2
    ASTM G171-03

    Summary of Test Method:

    This test method is used to determine the scratch hardness number of the surfaces of solid materials. The test
    involves producing a scratch by moving a diamond stylus along a specified path under a constant normal force with
    a constant speed. The average width of the scratch is measured on a separate instrument. The scratch hardness
    number is computed as follows; the applied force is divided by the scratch width and the result is multiplied by a
    geometrical constant.

    The UMT maintains a constant normal force with its servo-controlled system. An x-axis slider moves the diamond
    stylus across the test specimen to produce the scratch. The friction/load sensor measures the tangential scratching
    force for computing the stylus drag coefficient.

    Test Parameters
    Lubricant Temperature Applied Load Stroke Length Speed
    None Ambient 200 g * 5 mm minimum 0.25 to 5.0 mm/s

    * The applied load may vary depending on the material tested.


    It must be sufficient to produce a measurable and repeatable scratch.

    The diamond stylus can be conical with an apex angle of 120º and a hemispherical tip radius of 200 µm.

    The UMT allows for monitoring during the test the actual dynamic normal force, scratching force and drag
    coefficient, and depth of scratch. Additionally, the acoustic emission produced during the test may be recorded.

    UMT Hardware Configuration:

    • 4” Mounting Block PN M30C116


    • Model DFM 0.5 Dual Friction/Load Sensor
    - range 5 to 500 g
    • Suspension PN AM30B825-1
    • Pin Holder - PN AM30B534
    - for sensors mod. DFM
    • Diamond Tip Indenter Class A, B
    • Test Specimen
    • Stationary Specimen Table
    • Optional Additional Sensor
    - mod. AE-5 Contact Acoustic Emission Detector

    1717 Dell Avenue, Campbell, CA 95008, USA Email: [email protected]


    Phone: +1.408.376.4040 Fax: +1.408.376.4050 Web: www.bruker-axs.com
    Application Note
    Tribology and Mechanical Testing Unit

    UMT Software Test Setup:

    UMT Options File:


    Load the options file that contains settings for 500 g force/load sensor

    Test Sequence: The Test Sequence should consist of 2 sheets.

    Sheet 1 is for settling time for the carriage to establish the initial normal load.
    Carriage applies a 200 g Constant Force for a Duration of 10 sec
    Spindle Velocity is 0 revs/min.
    Slider is idle.
    Sheet 2 is for the actual scratch test
    Carriage applies a 200 g Constant Force for a Duration of 30 minutes.
    Spindle Velocity is 0 revs/min
    Slider Velocity is 0.33 mm/sec., Increment Offset is 10 mm, and Direction is left. .
    The block specimen is weighed after each test. The Duration in sheet 2 can be lengthened in successive tests.

    Data Collection: The following should be checked under DataFile:


    Fx - Friction Force
    Fz - Normal Force
    T - Time
    Z1 - Carriage Position (Used to determine Wear Depth)
    Z3 - Slider Position

    Report:
    Use the Viewer program to plot test results.
    Select the parameters to be displayed by checking the appropriate box under Parameters on the Viewer screen.
    For viewing stylus drag coefficient plots click on the COF box..

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