There are two options to exercise if an additional load force is requires for your application:
A. Besides the standard configurations of 10-1000g, you could order the 2000g weight to conduct the 2kg Vickers test. The 2kg test load can be found in the Optional Accessories section of the main unit’s quotation.
B. Depending on your application requirements you may also want to consider our Macro Vickers Hardness Testing solution – NG 5000 Series. The NG 5 unit can perform a test load range from 300g (1.96N) to 5kg (49N), while the NG 10 unit can perform a test range from 500g (4.9N) to 10kg (98N).

AGEN - Analogue Vickers models:
The measurements are made with the eyepiece. The micrometers are used to measure the diagonals. The numbered keypad is then used to manually enter your measurements. The hardness testing results will be generated on the LCD screen.
DGEN – Digital Vickers models:
The measurements are made with the eyepiece. Adjust the micrometer to the correct positioning of the diagonals. The equipped encoder allows for the readings to be transferred to the machine with a single click of a button. The hardness reading will then be generated on the LCD screen.
CCD – Digital Vickers models with CCD Optical Analysis Software:
This system’s foundation is the NG-1000DGEN and is additionally equipped with a CCD Camera and Analysis software. The operator can make measurements using the eyepiece or the analytical software and the CCD camera. This unit provide the highest accuracy and eliminates all operator’s error.

NextGen Material Testing, Inc. is partnered with major ISO certified organizations globally. This means we are more than happy to accommodate your calibration needs all wherever you are without binding our clients to use our partners. There are no annual fees for such services. Some of the Vickers models allow for the calibration procedure to take place over the phone, Skype or TeamViewer for your convenience.

We make it easy for you to order additionally accessories and parts. Simply submit your request to support@NextGenTest.com with your required accessories and/or spare parts. We will provide you a detailed quotation shortly.
Another option is to fill out the Service Request application which can be found here. We ask that you include the Serial # of your purchased equipment.

All NextGen Material Testing, Inc.'s equipment comes calibrated and certified prior to leaving our facility. All of our equipment is manufactured in accordance to the latest applicable industry standards.

No, we do not offer stands for our NG-1000 Series equipment. We advise to purchase such stands locally as a more cost-effective solution.

NG-1000 Series of hardness testers can accommodate extended test heights, test widths, and test weights. Custom solutions are also available. Ask your Product Consultant for more information.

NextGen Material Testing, Inc. specializes in manufacture-to-order units. This ensures that every one of our clients receives a brand new unit to operate with. Our exceptional pricing for your new unit often beats the pricing of refurbished units in the marketplace.

Yes. NextGen Material Testing, Inc. offers a full array of semi- and fully-automatic solutions. Please refer to our Advanced Automatic Vickers/Knoop/Brinell Hardness Tester for more information.

Yes. NextGen Material Testing, Inc. offers a wider range of hardness testing solutions. Our hardness testers are manufactured to suite virtually any technical specification based on your desired application. Our testers are equipped to perform various test scales such as Vickers, Brinell and Rockwell all-in-one. We offer semi- and fully automatic options with user-friendly advanced software. From testing the softest and the thinnest of metals to super-hard engineered alloys, we have you covered. Please refer to Advanced Automatic Vickers/Knoop/Brinell Hardness Tester for more information.

We are honoured to serve education and government facilities. We offer a minimum discount of 15% off our regular priced items. We additionally offer out Price Match Advantage Guarantee which offers to an additional discount of 10% of the price difference between us and a credible North American quality control equipment manufacturer.

With every quotation of your desired unit, we offer a “Standard Configuration” section which outlines all the items included with the purchase of the main instrument. We pride ourselves in the ability to provide all of the required accessories, such as certified test blocks and indenters for our client’s long-term operation, included in the price of the main instrument.

NextGen Material Testing, Inc. is in the business of providing a high quality, everlasting equipment for the lowest prices in the marketplace. Our additional focus on user-friendliness brings us up on every operator’s wish list. To top off the deal, we offer support which extend to the life of the equipment, ensuring our client’s piece of mind for generations to come.
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Yes, at this point in time we offer solutions for ranges upwards of 4000HV. Additionally, our Research and Development team is currently working diligently on additional solutions for super-hard alloys of 5000 and above. Please ask your product consultant for more information.