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PosiTest PT Pencil Hardness Test
Coatings Inspection

PosiTest PT Pencil Hardness Test

DeFelsko · SKU defelsko-POSITEST-PT

The PosiTest PT determines the hardness of a coating film with the pencil method (Wolff-Wilborn), assessing its scratch resistance. It is used on paint, films, lacquer and resins, and comes with graphite pencils from 6B to 6H and a sharpener made for the test. An optional pencil cart applies a constant force.

Technical specifications

KitsPTKITB (Basic Kit), PTKITC (Complete Kit), PTCART (Pencil Cart only)
Pencils14 graphite pencils, 6B to 6H, in an aluminum case
WarrantyTwo years
SandpaperPack of 400 grit sandpaper
SharpenerAluminum with hardened steel blades and 5 and 6 mm reference marks
StandardsISO 15184, ASTM D3363, JIS K-5600, BS 3900-E19, MIL C 27 227, ECCA-T4-1, SNV 37113, SIS184187, NEN 5350
SubstratesPaint, films, lacquer and resins
Pencil CartConstant force of 7.35 N (~1.65 lbf) at 45°, included with the Complete Kit
Hardness scale6B, 5B, 4B, 3B, 2B, B, HB, F, H, 2H, 3H, 4H, 5H, 6H
Complete Kit extrasPencil Cart with Leveling Rod and hard shell carrying case

Specifications subject to confirmation in the formal quote.

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