FM Series Micro Vickers Hardness Tester
Official Distributor of Future-Tech in Vietnam
The Micro Vickers hardness tester series is designed to meet a wide range of hardness testing requirements with three loading methods: Load Cell, new weight loading, and conventional weight loading
LOAD CELL TYPE MICRO VICKERS
NEW WEIGH TYPE MICRO VICKERS
WEIGHT TYPE MICRO VICKERS
FM-LX Series uses a load cell loading system and a touchscreen display, allowing flexible switching between multiple load levels
It integrates a hardness scale conversion function, simultaneously displaying the HV value and the converted scale
Load range and test method
Model lineup
FM-LXR
FM-LX
New standard of Micro vickers hardness tester
Load Cell Type
Equipped with a built-in camera mechanism
The independently developed automatic indentation mechanism is combined with high-performance dedicated software and a computer-based measurement system. Eliminating the measuring microscope gives the instrument a more modern and streamlined exterior design
(R type with automatic indentation reading function)
Test force by load cell
In addition to the conventional dead-weight loading method, models using a load cell-based loading system with multiple load-level switching have been developed to achieve high accuracy
A wide load range from 50 gf to 10 kgf meets a variety of testing requirements (FM-LX Series)
TILTED TURRET
By adopting a tilted turret, the turret rotation reduces the risk of contact bewteen the sample and the indenter/objective lens
INFINITY lens
In addition to the two standard objective lenses (X10 and X50), up to five objective lenses can be installed simultaneously (optional), accommodating a wide range of measurement and observation requirements from low to high magnification
Dual indenters
Standard: Vickers indenter (HV)
Option: Vickers (HV) / Knoop (HK) / Brinell (HB)
*A total of two different indenters can be installed
Capacitive touch panel
Easily switch between the main display screens with a simple swipe. The capacitive touch panel enables smooth and quick operation
Measurement data can be transferred directly to a PC via the data output port, eliminating errors during manual data recording by the operator
Outstanding features of the FM-LXR
Equipped with an integrated camera with an automatic indentation reading function
Superior performance and a wider field of view are ensured by the high-resolution camera and dedicated software provided as standard
The indentation is displayed on a PC/tablet and measured automatically
Significantly reduces the operator’s workload and eliminates errors in reading the results
“ARGO” Software
AI-integrated software enables fast and easy automatic measurement of indentations, even when the indentation images are unclear
Supports a variety of data export formats, including Excel, PDF, CSV, and JSON database
Access is protected by the operator’s ID and password
Anyone can easily perform measurements without complicated setup
Specifications
MODEL
FM-LXR
FM-LX
TEST LOAD
8 load levels for A type:
10/25/50/100/200/300/500/1000gf
9 load levels for B type
50/100/200/300/500/1000/2000/5000/10000gf
*Arbitrary setting within the minimum to maximum load range is possible only at the time of shipment from the factory. Minimum set load: 1 gf for both types, maximum 20 stages can be set
Test load switching method
Load-cell type
Loading mechanism
Automatic load/hold/release method
Load applying speed
60μm/sec (Compliant standards: JIS B 7725, ISO 6507-2, ASTM E92: 15 to 70μm/sec)
Dwell time
5 ～ 999sec
tiltet turret
Rotation: Automatic / Form: 15° tilt type 6 positions
Diamond indnter
Standard: 1 Vickers indenter (HV)
Option: Vickers indenter (HV), Knoop indenter (HK) or Brinell indenter (HB): total 2 can be installed
Infinity objective lens
Standard: 2 Lenses ( X50 & X10)
Option: Up to 5: (2 standard lenses + 3 additional lenses): X1.25 / X2.5 / X5 / X20 / X100
* 5 lenses + 1 indenter or 4 lenses + 2 indenters
automatic measurement camera device
FM-LXR: Standard
FM-LX: Not available
Dimensions
W283 x D480 x H620mm
weight
45kg
Power supply
Single phase AC100～240V 50/60Hz
Multifunctional touchscreen with digital measurement and an integrated hardness scale conversion function
When measuring HV, the converted values in any hardness scale can be displayed simultaneously on the front screen
Load range and test method
Model lineup
FM-X3R
FM-X3
New standard of Micro vickers hardness tester
New Weight Type
Equipped with a built-in camera mechanism
The independently developed automatic indentation measurement system, combined with high-performance dedicated software and a PC, enables automated measurement. By eliminating the measuring microscope, the instrument features a more modern and streamlined design.
(R type with automatic indentation reading function)
Test force by weight
A model based on the trusted microhardness tester series with a long history of proven performance
tiltet turret
By adopting a tilted turret, the turret rotation reduces the risk of contact bewteen the sample and the indenter/objective lens
INFINITY LENS
In addition to the two standard objective lenses (X10 and X50), up to five objective lenses can be installed simultaneously (optional), accommodating a wide range of measurement and observation requirements from low to high magnification
dual indenters
Standard: Vickers indenter (HV)
Option: Vickers (HV) / Knoop (HK) / Brinell (HB)
*A total of two different indenters can be installed
Capacitive touch panel
Easily switch between the main display screens with a simple swipe. The capacitive touch panel enables smooth and quick operation
Measurement data can be transferred directly to a PC via the data output port, eliminating errors during manual data recording by the operator
Outstanding features of the FM-X3R
Integrated camera with an automatic indentation reading function
High performance and a wide field of view, with a high-resolution camera and dedicated software provided as standard.
The indentation is displayed on a PC or tablet and measured automatically
Significantly reduces the operator’s workload and prevents errors when reading the results
“ARGO” Software
Powerful AI-integrated software enables fast and easy automatic measurement of indentations, even when the indentation images are unclear
Supports a variety of data export formats, including Excel, PDF, CSV, and JSON database
Access is protected by the operator’s ID and password
Anyone can easily perform measurements without complicated setup
Specifications
MODEL
FM-X3R
FM-X3
TEST LOAD
8 load levels for A type:
10/25/50/100/200/300/500/1000gf
10 load levels for B type
5/10/25/50/100/200/300/500/1000/2000gf
12 load levels for C type
1/3/5/10/25/50/100/200/300/500/1000/2000gf
Test load switching method
Weight type dial switching type
Loading mechanism
Automatic load/hold/release method
Load applying speed
60μm/sec (Compliant standards: JIS B 7725, ISO 6507-2, ASTM E92: 15 to 70μm/sec)
Dwell time
5 ～ 999sec
tiltet turret
Rotation: Automatic / Form: 15° tilt type 6 positions
Diamond indnter
Standard: 1 Vickers indenter (HV)
Option: Vickers indenter (HV), Knoop indenter (HK) or Brinell indenter (HB): total 2 can be installed
Infinity objective lens
Standard: 2 Lenses ( X50 & X10)
Option: Up to 5: (2 standard lenses + 3 additional lenses): X1.25 / X2.5 / X5 / X20 / X100
* 5 lenses + 1 indenter or 4 lenses + 2 indenters
automatic measurement camera device
FM-X3R: Standard
FM-X3: Not available
Dimensions
W283 x D480 x H620mm
weight
45kg
Power supply
Single phase AC100～240V 50/60Hz
Laboratory-friendly features make the FM Series an ideal choice for materials testing laboratories
FM-810e & FM-810 enable fast and accurate measurement of Vickers (HV), Knoop (HK), Brinell (HB) hardness, and fracture toughness (Kc) with simple operation via the touch keypad
Load range and test method
Model lineup
FM-810
FM-310
FM-110
Features of the Micro vickers Hardness Tester
Weight Type
USB port output
Equipped with correction functions for cylindrical and spherical specimens, as well as a specimen thickness calculation function
OPERATION AND DISPLAY VIA A HIGH-QUALITY COLOR LCD touchscreen
- Operation and display via a high-quality color LCD touchscreen
- Measuring procedures, conditions and data are displayed clearly (FM-810 Series)
BRINELL TESTING
- An accurate low-load Brinell hardness testing function is provided as a standard feature
Required optional accessory: “φ1 mm ball indenter” (FM-810 Series)
FRACTURE TOUGHNESS TESTING, Kc
- Kc values can be measured in accordance with JIS R1607/IF method as a standard function.
- Combined with Micro Vickers and Knoop hardness values, this method is highly effective for evaluating the quality of new materials (FM-810 Series)
CLEAR OBSERVATION AND EASY MEASUREMENT
- The adjustable aperture and field stop, combined with the newly developed light source mechanism, provide higher resolution at both high and low magnifications.
- The color filter can be easily changed to achieve higher resolution (All Series)
A WIDE RANGE OF SELECTABLE TEST LOADS
- Selectable test load types
- A wide range of test loads can be selected, with customized load combinations available to meet specific requirements (Optional/Available upon request)
X-Y COORDINATE DISPLAY
- The specimen stage coordinates are displayed on the screen when connected to a digital micro-indenter (optional).
4 Optional Objective Lenses
- The newly developed turret mechanism enables observation of a wide area of the specimen with up to four objective lenses.
- Easily select different magnification levels by rotating the desired objective lens into position
- Indentation creation and measurement reading are more accurate and repeatable by selecting the appropriate objective lens (FM-810 Series)
2 INDENTERS FOR HV/HK TESTING (OPTIONAL)
- The newly developed turret mechanism allows two indenters to be installed simultaneously
- Enables Vickers and Knoop testing without changing the indenter (FM-810 Series)
Specifications
MODEL
FM-110e
FM-110
FM-310e
FM-310
FM-810e
FM-810
Loading mechanism
Automatic Load and Release Method
Load applying speed
60μm / sec
Diamond indenter
FM-110e/FM-110/FM-310e/FM-310:
- Standard: 1 Vickers Indenter (HV)
- Option: Not available
FM-810e & FM-810:
- Standard: 1 Vickers Indenter (HV)
- Option: ickers (HV), Knoop (HK), or Brinell (HB) indenters; up to two indenters can be installed in total
OBJECT LENS
FM-110e/FM-110/FM-310e/FM-310:
- Standard: 2 Lenses (X50 & X10)
- Option: Max. 3 Lenses (X50 & X10 plus 1 Lenses)
FM-810e/FM-810:
- Standard: 2 Lenses (X50 & X10)
- Option: Max. 4 Lenses (X50 & X10 plus 2 Lenses)
EYEPIECE
X10
LIGHT SOURCE
LED
DIMENSIONS
W186 x D450 x H504mm
WEIGHT
Approx. 40 kg (Including Standard Accessories)
POWER SUPPLY
Japan : Single phase AC 100V 50/ 60Hz
Overseas : Single phase AC100～240V 50/ 60Hz(Should be specified before shipment)
