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PosiTest® PT

Pencil Hardness Test

Determines the film hardness by pencil test (Wolff-Wilborn) in accordance with ISO 15184 and ASTM D3363

  • Quickly and easily evaluate the scratch resistance and relative hardness of coatings
  • 14 quality graphite pencils—6B to 6H hardness values in a protective case
  • Custom aluminum pencil sharpener specifically designed for the Pencil Hardness Test—includes 5 and 6 mm reference marks for precision graphite length
  • Comes complete with everything needed for testing
  • Optional Pencil Cart exerts a constant force of 7.35 N (~1.65 lbf) at the specified 45° angle (included with Complete Kit)

Conforms to ISO 15184, ASTM D3363, JIS K-5600, BS 3900-E19, MIL C 27 227, ECCA-T4-1, SNV 37113, SIS184187, NEN 5350

Features

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  • Quickly and easily evaluate the scratch resistance and relative hardness of coatings in accordance with ISO 15184 and ASTM D3363
  • For use on paint, films, lacquer, and resins
  • 14 quality graphite pencils—6B to 6H hardness values – in a protective aluminum case—6B, 5B, 4B, 3B, 2B, B, HB, F, H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H
  • Custom aluminum pencil sharpener with hardened steel blades specifically designed for the Pencil Hardness Test. Includes 5 and 6 mm reference marks for precision graphite length in conformance to national and international standards.
  • Included pack of 400 grit sandpaper for flattening pencil leads prior to testing
  • Comes complete with everything needed for testing
  • Two year warranty

Pencil Cart Features...

Photo of the PosiTest PT and Pencil Cart performing a Pencil Hardness Test
  • Optional Pencil Cart exerts a constant force of 7.35 N (~1.65 lbf) at the specified 45° angle (included with the Complete Kit)
  • Included Leveling Rod ensures the cart is parallel to the surface
  • Convenient thumbscrew allows for quick pencil changes

Kit Options

Two PosiTest PT Kits available..

Product photo—PosiTest PT Pencil Hardness Basic Kit
PosiTest PT Basic Kit
PTKITB
Includes
14 Graphite Pencils (6B to 6H),
Custom Aluminum Pencil Sharpener,
Pack of 400 Grit Sandpaper,
Instructions
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PosiTest PT Complete Kit
PTKITC
Includes
14 Graphite Pencils (6B to 6H),
Custom Aluminum Pencil Sharpener,
Pack of 400 Grit Sandpaper,
Instructions,
Pencil Cart with Leveling Rod,
Hard shell carrying case
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PosiTest PT Pencil Cart Only
PTCART
Includes
Pencil Cart
Leveling Rod
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Accessories

Replacement PencilsReplacement Pencils

Available as a complete set of 14 or as a 12 pack for individual hardnesses

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Replacement BladesReplacement Blades

Replacement Blades (qty 10) for PosiTest PT Pencil Sharpener

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Illuminated 10x MagnifierIlluminated 10x Magnifier

For visual assessment of scratch and gouge marks

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