Phase II Portable Hardness Tester PHT-1700

Key Features

• Portable Rockwell hardness tester
• Compact, lightweight design
• Suitable for field and shop use
• Designed for testing large or stationary workpieces
• Direct Rockwell hardness testing
• Easy-to-operate mechanical design
• Rugged construction
• Suitable for production and inspection environments
• Manufactured by Phase II

Overview

The Phase II Model PHT-1700 Portable Rockwell Hardness Tester is a lightweight, portable hardness testing instrument designed to perform Rockwell hardness testing directly on large, heavy, or installed components that cannot easily be moved to a bench-top hardness tester. Its compact design makes it well suited for field inspections, production environments, maintenance departments, machine shops, and quality assurance applications.

The PHT-1700 provides a practical solution for testing large castings, forgings, shafts, rolls, heavy weldments, pressure vessels, and assembled machinery while maintaining the convenience of portable operation. Phase II states the instrument is manufactured utilizing the guidelines of the applicable Rockwell hardness testing standards.

Applications

The PHT-1700 is commonly used for testing:

• Large steel fabrications
• Forgings
• Castings
• Heavy shafts
• Pressure vessels
• Weldments
• Large machine frames
• Heat-treated components
• Installed equipment
• Oversized parts that cannot be brought to a bench tester

Industries Served

• Aerospace
• Automotive
• Steel Mills
• Foundries
• Oil & Gas
• Power Generation
• Heavy Equipment Manufacturing
• Shipbuilding
• General Manufacturing
• Quality Assurance Laboratories

Included Accessories

For the exact factory configuration supplied with your tester, please contact WESTport before ordering replacement accessories.

Optional Accessories

Available accessories include:

• Certified hardness test blocks
• Replacement indenters
• Replacement anvils
• Carrying case components
• Calibration services
• Replacement accessories available through WESTport

Calibration & Verification

Portable hardness testers should be routinely verified using certified hardness reference blocks appropriate for the testing method. Proper inspection of the indenter, support surfaces, and operating mechanism helps maintain consistent measurement performance.

WESTport offers:

• Certified hardness test blocks
• Calibration and verification services
• Replacement indenters
• Repair services
• Technical application support

Why Buy from WESTport?

WESTport provides complete hardness testing support, including:

• Expert product selection
• Certified hardness test blocks
• Calibration and verification services
• Replacement parts and accessories
• Repair services
• Responsive technical support

Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose a portable Rockwell hardness tester?

Portable testers make it possible to test large or installed components that cannot easily be transported to a laboratory hardness tester.

Where is the PHT-1700 typically used?

The instrument is commonly used in manufacturing plants, maintenance departments, field inspections, fabrication facilities, and quality control operations.

Can WESTport calibrate the PHT-1700?

Yes. WESTport offers hardness tester calibration services and can assist with replacement accessories and technical support.

Why are additional specifications not listed?

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