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414CF ASTM F1957 Type CF Durometer
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Type CF: Composite Foam Durometer for the Amusement Park Industry

The PTC® Model 414 Type CF Durometers are manufactured and designed to measure the indentation hardness of all generations of foam products: Freon Blown types, Water Blown types and new Composite Foams.

The instrument features a low glare aluminum serialized dial with bold, easy to read numbers. The durometer has a maximum reading hand for indicating peak readings test block and carrying case are also included.

This product meets or exceeds the current ASTM F1957 standard test method for composite foam hardness, which was created at the task group level within ASTM Committee F24 on amusement rides and devices.

Model 414CF Type CF
ASTM F1957 Durometer

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PTC Metrology is Accredited by A2LA to ISO/IEC 17025 and ANSI/NCSL Z540-1 for durometer calibration. NIST traceable certification is available for any durometer type covered by current ASTM D2440, ASTM F1957, ISO 868, ISO 7619, or DIN 53505 standards. The Calibration Report will include both "as received" and "as left" data on the force curve measurement. Durometer calibration includes: indenter geometry and extension, indicator linearity from 0 to 100, and mainspring force. Other durometer types, custom models, and durometers of any manufacture can also be certified by PTC Metrology.
Specifications & Dimensions
Specifications
PTC® Analog Classic Durometer 414CF
Accuracy

± 90gf
Max Hand
Magnetic Max Hand
Display
Dial Gauge 240°
Gauge Features
Reads Zero at Rest
Base Size
3" Diameter ( 7.6cm )
Height
4" ( 10.2cm )
Width
2.25" ( 5.7cm )
Depth (Indicator)
1.75" ( 4.4cm )
Weight
9 oz.( 255g )
Certification
NIST Traceable/A2LA Accredited
Accessories
Test Stand Model 471 or 472
Meets or Exceeds
ASTM F1957
ASTM Types
ASTM Type CF
Classic Style Durometers
Model
Type
Material Selection Guide
Spring gf
Indenter Shape
A
Rubber, Elastomers
821 gf
35° Truncated Cone
B
Rubber Moderately Hard
821 gf
30° Cone
C
Rubber Medium Hard
4.53 kgf
35° Truncated Cone
D
Plastics, Hard Rubber
4.53 kgf
30° Cone
SL
Sponge Rubber
142 gf
1 cm2 Circular
OOO
Open Cell Foams
113 gf
1/2" Spherical Diam.
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