Portable Hardness Tester Phase II - PHT-3500

Key Features

• Portable digital Leeb hardness tester
• Leeb rebound hardness testing method
• Handheld operation
• Digital LCD display
• Data storage capability
• Automatic hardness conversion
• Suitable for field and production environments
• Battery-powered operation
• Designed for testing large or installed components
• Manufactured by Phase II

Overview

The Phase II Model PHT-3500 Portable Leeb Hardness Tester is a handheld digital hardness tester designed for fast, non-destructive hardness testing using the Leeb rebound method. Built for both shop-floor and field use, the PHT-3500 enables operators to evaluate large, heavy, or installed metal components without moving them to a stationary hardness testing machine.

The instrument is well suited for production inspection, incoming material verification, maintenance, quality assurance, and field service applications. Its portable design allows rapid hardness testing on castings, forgings, pressure vessels, shafts, heavy machinery, dies, molds, and fabricated structures.

Applications

The PHT-3500 is commonly used for testing:

• Large steel castings
• Forgings
• Heat-treated components
• Steel rolls
• Heavy shafts
• Pressure vessels
• Weldments
• Dies and molds
• Heavy industrial equipment
• Installed production machinery

Industries Served

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

Included Accessories

For the exact factory accessory package supplied with your instrument, please contact WESTport before ordering replacement components or accessories.

Optional Accessories

Available accessories include:

• Certified Leeb hardness reference test blocks
• Replacement impact devices (where applicable)
• Protective carrying case components
• Calibration accessories
• Replacement batteries and chargers (where applicable)
• Calibration and verification services

Calibration & Verification

Routine verification should be performed using certified Leeb hardness reference blocks appropriate for the testing method. Regular calibration helps ensure consistent measurement performance and supports internal quality control procedures.

WESTport provides:

• Certified Leeb hardness reference test blocks
• Calibration and verification services
• Repair services
• Replacement accessories
• Technical application support

Why Buy from WESTport?

WESTport provides complete portable hardness testing support, including:

• Certified hardness reference test blocks
• Calibration and verification services
• Expert technical assistance
• Replacement accessories
• Repair services
• Long-term customer support

Frequently Asked Questions

What hardness testing method does the PHT-3500 use?

The PHT-3500 uses the Leeb rebound hardness testing method for portable hardness measurements.

What types of components is it designed to test?

It is intended for large, heavy, or installed metallic components that are difficult to evaluate using stationary hardness testing equipment.

Can the tester be used in the field?

Yes. Its handheld design makes it well suited for field inspections, maintenance, fabrication facilities, and production environments.

Can WESTport calibrate the PHT-3500?

Yes. WESTport provides calibration services, certified hardness reference blocks, replacement accessories, repair services, and technical support.

Why aren't additional technical specifications listed?

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