Entry-Level Solution for Precise Scratch Tests

With the official market launch on November 21, 2024, Anton Paar TriTec is expanding the Revetest® series with the new RST 100, a cost-efficient and user-friendly instrument for precise surface analysis.

Multi-functional tool for material analysis

The RST 100 performs scratch testing and conventional hardness measurements. Featuring simplified software focused on essential functionalities, it enables automatic detection of indentation imprints and scratch features, delivering precise and efficient results for diverse testing needs.

Reliable surface analysis

During the scratch test procedure, a diamond stylus with a defined geometry is drawn across the surface of a sample with increasing force. Once the test is complete, the resulting scratch mark is examined microscopically to analyze damage such as cracks or delamination. The critical loads at which these damages occur provide precise information about the adhesive strength of coatings and the scratch resistance of surface materials.

Flexible use for versatile requirements

The RST 100 was developed to meet the requirements of educational institutions, research departments and companies with limited budgets. The instrument is suitable for quality assurance in production as well as for material development in research. Educational institutions in particular benefit from a user-friendly solution that facilitates entry into the world of materials testing.