Durometer Operating Stands

The 7000A and 7000D durometer operating stands were engineered to fit all PTC® durometer styles. The Classic Style and the Ergo Style mount right on the stand. For the e2000™ and Pencil Style Durometers, a small mounting knob is included.

Mechanical operating stands that deliver a load sufficient to overcome the spring force of the durometer smoothly and without shock in approximately 1 second from contact. Most other mechanical stands apply an increasing load over time which gives inconsistent and inaccurate readings. Since rubber, plastic and elastomeric materials creep over time, it is essential that the load be applied promptly.

These precisely engineered durometer stands have hydraulic dampers controlling the rate of descent smoothly, without jump or stutter. They are activated with simple, smooth lever controls. Designed for serious testing, eliminating operator variability and increased accuracy and repeatability. Whether in the lab or in a production environment you will get accurate and repeatable readings you can trust.

The stands will accept sample materials up to 3" (76mm) thick depending on the height of the durometer used.

The specimen support table is adjusted to test materials of various thicknesses. An O-ring fixture can also be used when testing O-rings. Custom fixtures are also available.

1. The Operating Stand should be placed on a solid level work surface and checked with the bubble eye level provided. Adjust the work bench surface accordingly.
   

2. Lower the specimen table down to the lowest position.
   
   
3. Mount the durometer on the Swivel Head Adapter by gently threading it on the 8-32 treaded screw.
   
   
4. The durometer presser foot to specimen table parallelism should be verified before testing. This may be accomplished by applying the durometer presser foot to the point of contact with the setting block on the specimen table and making adjustments by way of the swivel head adapter. (Operating the instrument under adverse conditions will negatively affect the test measurements.)