Introduction Of Starrett Handheld Durometer Shore-A 3805B 

The Starrett Handheld Durometer Shore-A is a precise and reliable tool designed for measuring the hardness of various materials, including rubber, elastomers, and other soft polymers. Known for its accuracy and ease of use, the  Starrett Handheld Durometer Shore-A 3805B model is an essential instrument for quality control, research, and development in industries where material hardness is a critical parameter.

Detailed Specifications

The Starrett Handheld Durometer Shore-A 3805B has the following specifications:

• Shore-A non-metallic substance scale ±2 scale division accuracy
• Range of measurement: 0 to 100 Shore-A
• Backlit digital LCD display
• Feature of automatic shut-off
• Robust and lightweight construction
• A simple one-button procedure comes with a carrying case for protection.

Description

A dependable and highly accurate instrument for determining the hardness of non-metallic materials is the Starrett Handheld Durometer Shore-A 3805B. Because to its sturdy and lightweight construction, handling and transporting are made simple. The durometer has a single button for operation, which makes it easy to operate. Even in low light, readings may be obtained with ease and accuracy because to the digital LCD display's backlight. For all of your hardness testing requirements, the durometer is an affordable option because of its automated shut-off feature, which helps preserve battery life.

Setup Guide

To operate the Handheld Durometer Shore-A 3805B, follow these steps:

1. Turn on the durometer by pressing the power button.
2. Place the durometer on the surface of the material you want to measure.
3. Press the measurement button to take a reading.
4. The digital LCD display will show the Shore-A hardness value.
5. To turn off the durometer, press and hold the power button for a few seconds.

Applications

• Rubber: Soft vulcanized (ie tire), natural nitrile
• Elastomeretric materials (rubber & rubber like): GR-S, GR-1, neopene, thiokol, flexible polyacrylic esters neoprene, thiokol, flexible polyacrilic esters.
• Other: Wax, felt, leather etc. (materials that normally yield under fingernail pressure, such as the heel on your shoe).

Operation

• Press the On/Off button to power the unit on.
• The hardness value displayed should read "000" HA(HD). If any other value is displayed, press the Zero button to clear. To check accuracy, manually place the indentor of the gage on a calibration block. Slowly press the gage down until the foot of the gage is flat on the surface for 1 second. At that time, the reading should be within +/- 2Ha points of the actual value.

Hold Feature: Follow above procedure and press the H button when taking a test. This will hold that value until you press H again to return to zero.

Features

• Deviation: ange: 0-100134
• Resolution: 0.5H
• Digital read out
• Auto Hold feature
• Accurate and repetitive deviation = 20~90HSA HSA<+/-1grade Uses 1-SR44 Button Cell Battery
• Custom carry case

Troubleshooting

Here are some common problems and solutions for the Starrett Handheld Durometer Shore-A 

• Problem: The durometer is not turning on.
• Solution: Check the battery level and make sure the battery is installed correctly.
• Problem: The LCD display is not showing any readings.
• Solution: Make sure the durometer is in contact with the surface of the material, and press the measurement button again.
• Problem: The readings are inconsistent or inaccurate.
• Solution: Make sure the durometer is calibrated correctly and that it is being used on the appropriate material.

Pros & Cons Of Starrett Handheld Durometer Shore-A 

Pros

• High-precision and reliable measurements
• Easy-to-use single-button operation
• Digital LCD display with backlight
• Lightweight and durable design
• Automatic shut-off feature

Cons

• May be expensive for some users
• May not be suitable for measuring the hardness of metallic materials

Customer Reviews Of Durometer Shore-A 3805B 

The Starrett Handheld Durometer Shore-A has received positive feedback from customers for its accurate and dependable measurements. They have also valued its backlit digital LCD panel and user-friendly design. Users have pointed out that the durometer might not be appropriate for measuring the hardness of metallic materials and that it might be costly for some uses.