ME-2 Series

Specifications and Accessories

ALL MODELS
System Includes: Dial indicator (analog units) or digital display (digital units) for testing in Regular (or Superficial) Rockwell scales with full loads of 60, 100, and 150 kg (or 15, 30 or 45 Superficial) with a preload of 10 kg. (or 3 kg Super
ficial). One certified diamond indenter, one certified 1/16 tungsten carbide ball indenter, one NIST - traceable Rockwell C test block (or Rockwell 30N for Superficial), one Rockwell B test block (or Rockwell 30T for Superficial), one 2 flat
anvil, one spot anvil, one large vee anvil, one small vee anvil, one plastic cover, conversion chart, and operating instructions. All provided in accessory case. Conforms to current ASTM E18. Net weight 106 lbs.

ADVANCED DIGITAL TESTERS ANALOG (DIAL INDICATOR) Testers

ME2RDS Regular Rockwell Scale (or ME-2SRDS Superficial) ME2R Regular Rockwell Scale or ME-2SR Superficial
Features: Adjustable timeatfullload indicator, dialin full load selection, modular test head, test stand with Features: Dialin load selection, modular test head, test stand with 8-1/2 vertical and 7 horizontal test capacity.
8-1/2 vertical and 7 horizontal test capacity, digital readout of hardness number, RS232 output, tolerances, Twin Tester Package: ME2RSR Combination Package with two complete Regular Rockwell and Superficial
software functions (all controllable by security code), calibration, scale conversion of test result, time at load, Rockwell Analog Testers.
minimum thickness, clear last result, clear all results, 16 digit lot number, sequence number, average of n tests,
standard deviation. Print functions for print memory, print during testing, print statistics including tolerances, total Options, Spares & Accessories
number of tests, # and % good/high/low, min/max results, range, average, variation, standard deviation, coef ME-2-MT Motorized Major Load, Electric for DS models
ficient of variation, predicted % exceeding +3 sigma, Cpk, scale conversion, 2400 + memory capacity. 9010 Test Head Removal Tool
Twin Tester Package: ME2R2DS Combination Package with two complete Regular Rockwell and Superficial AT/5510 Flex Arm Test Point Illumination Light
Rockwell Statistical Digital Testers. AT/5620 Protective Vinyl Cover
AT130-PR Printer w/cable. Dot Matrix, 80 Col., Plain Paper (For Digital Models)
NI-SP18 External Jack Support (Requires 3/4 Post Anvils)
BASIC DIGITAL TESTERS AT130B Metal Bench Cabinet
ME2RDB Regular Rockwell Scale (or ME-2SRDB Superficial) Optional Software - for all DS Models
Features: Adjustable timeatfullload indicator, dialin full load selection, modular test head, test stand with AT130X3 Advanced Software Upgrade Pack includes XBar-R, Round Correction, Split Memory and Test Block
8 vertical and 7 horizontal test capacity, digital readout of hardness number, RS232 output, tolerances. Verification AT130X2T Jominy Hardenability Curve Program
Twin Tester Package: ME2R2DB Combination Package with two complete Regular Rockwell and Superficial ATCSTM1021 Brinell Software Program for RDS Test System. Covers HB5, HB10 & HB30 Brinell Scales.
Rockwell Basic Digital Testers Requires 8115 and/or 8116 Indenters.
DataView data collection software
Indenters, Anvils, & Blocks Available at www.hardnesstesters.com/hardness-indenters.htm

Rockwell Diamond and Ball Indenters

8110 C Scale Diamond Indenter with Cert
Rockwell Indenters for ME-2 Testers 8109
8103
N Scale Diamond Indenter with Cert
C and A Scale Diamond Indenter with Cert
8105 C, N, and A Scale Diamond Indenter with Cert
8111W 1/16 Carbide Ball Indenter with Cert
8112W 1/8 Carbide Ball Indenter with Cert
8113W 1/4 Carbide Ball Indenter with Cert
8114W 1/2 Carbide Ball Indenter with Cert
8115W 2.5 mm Carbide Ball Indenter with Cert
8111W 8112W 8116W 8113W 8114W 8110, 8109, 8116W 5 mm Carbide Ball Indenter with Cert
8103, 8105

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 ME-2 Series
Rockwell Hardness Testing System

An Educated Choice in Economical Hardness Testing.

uAvailable with Analog or Digital Display

uMeets current ASTM E-18
uTwo-Year Warranty, Standard
uRegular or Superficial Rockwell
 ME-2 series Rockwell Hardness Testing System

An Educated Choice
in Economical
Hardness Testing!

Modern technology delivers greater

accuracy and reduced maintenance.
The ME-2 uses a resilient dynamic-compression
load system to provide significant advantages over Exceptional capabilities
competing hardness testers. Using this technology compared to other testers
the ME-2 reduces the number of critical friction points in any price range.
found in traditional dead-weight testers so it is less
prone to deviate from specified load tolerances. The test stand provides a substantially larger
The test head provides another advantage - it is capacity than competitive models - 8 vertical
enclosed so it is less susceptible to contamination by by 7 throat. Testers can be moved from location to
dirt and airborne oil. Also, the service procedures to location without setup at each location. All digital
ensure accurate load application are more direct and models provide large memory capacity, timed-load
easier to perform. Finally, the ME2 can apply the function, tolerances, basic statistics and RS232
load faster than deadweight instruments without the serial output. The Advanced Digital model includes:
danger of the impact effect. The ME2 meets ASTM scale conversion, minimum thickness calculations,
E-18, the standard for Rockwell hardness testing. automatic averaging sequential groups of 2-10 tests,
and many print modes such as histograms, additional
statistical values, and an X-Bar & R Chart option.
Select from various configurations to
get the best tester for your application.
The ME-2 system has many models and options so
you can get the best system to match your needs. A
complete range of indenters, anvils, and test blocks is
available to test in any scale. Newage can also produce
custom fixtures for customers to hold difficult-to-handle
or higher volume parts.

Using the motor-drive add-on with the ME-2 model

ME-2RDS creates a testing powerhouse: High
volume testing, data collection, and statistical
features.
Which Features Are Most Important in
Your Application?

High Accuracy to ASTM E-18 - Point-splitting

accuracy, year after year even with the superficial models.
These testers operate according to ASTM E-18 and exceed
industry requirements for accuracy and repeatability.

Return on Investment - The ME-2 Series

provides maximum capability for your investment.

Two-Year Warranty The ME-2 requires little

service to keep it operating. The load mechanism is very The ME-2 product line includes three models: analog, basic digital, and advanced
digital with statistics (shown with optional motor drive). Choose the model that is
stable and has never needed to be replaced.
best for your application.

Easy Operation Minimum training is required to

get good test results. The ME-2 Series - Backed by
Experts in Hardness Testing.
Utility The capacity is a large 8.5 vertical and 7
horizontal. Advanced electronic functions provide many Newage Testing Instruments is a leading
capabilities. manufacturer of hardness testers with 15 models
of testers in all common hardness test methods.
High Speed The ME-2 applies loads very quickly Newage maintains a nationwide service and
with no impact effect. Test load and unload can be calibration network in addition to providing Modular components facilitate product
motorized for the fastest possible testing. factory service for components like test heads. upgrades and factory service. Service
by factory-trained field service
Durability Companies get the most out of the ME-2. technicians is available.
It has proven to be extremely reliable in long term use.

Advanced models printout many A range of accessories are available

reports including histograms (above), for testing difficult shapes. Seen
statistics, averaging functions, X-bar & above a unit is testing a gun barrel
R charts (optional) and many others. using a counter-balanced jack rest and
gooseneck adapter.