Asker Durometer

Model EX-A* Type Shore A Normal rubber
Model EX-D* Type Shore D Hard rubber and plastics
Model EX-C* Type Asker C Soft rubber and sponge

Asker is one of the leading manufacturers of hardness testers in the world. Asker design and precision manufacturing offers you a reliable, highly accurate durometer.

Super EX durometers feature portability, ease of operation, non-destructive measurement and optional peak indicators. They are heavy-duty with high repeatability.

Super EX models are available in Durometer Types: Shore A, Shore D and Asker C.

Hardness is an essential characteristic of various rubber, elastomers and plastic products. The first step in using a hardness tester is to select the optimum type based upon the material hardness.

*Add 'P' to the model number to specify optional peak indicator, for example EXP-A.

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Operation

As the durometer is pressed against the sample, the material resistance force and indentor spring load balance. The depth of the indentor is measured, which provides a measure of the material's hardness. Values are based upon a 100 point scale (accuracy ±1 point). However, as time elapses the indicator will "creep" back so that a reading taken a few seconds after the indentor makes contact with the sample will be less than the peak reading. Asker durometers offer a peak indicator as an option to more closely monitor the difference between peak and "creep".