SHL-160 Portable Leeb Hardness Tester
Brand JUHUI
Product origin Shanghai
Delivery time In Stock
Supply capacity Unlimited Supply
High-precision portable tester with built-in thermal printer.
Supports seven interchangeable impact devices with auto recognition.
USB communication and large data storage for flexible operation.
Product Description
The SHL-160 Portable Leeb Hardness Tester is the latest-generation flagship model, designed for fast and accurate hardness testing of metallic materials.
It adopts an ultra-low power design, high-performance lithium battery, and intelligent charging system to ensure long working hours and stable performance.
The tester is equipped with an embedded thermal printer, supporting instant on-site printing of test results.
It features a high-brightness LCD display for excellent visibility even in harsh environments and complies with international hardness testing standards.
The SHL-160 supports seven interchangeable impact devices, automatically recognized without recalibration, and can convert among multiple hardness scales such as Leeb (HL), Brinell (HB), Rockwell (HRC, HRB, HRA), Vickers (HV), and Shore (HS).
It is ideal for on-site inspection, quality control, and laboratory testing in industries like machinery, metallurgy, and casting.


Product Advantages (Main Features)
Full LCD menu interface with simple and intuitive operation.
Mini USB port supports flexible data communication and fast transfer.
Compatible with seven types of impact devices, auto recognition without recalibration.
Converts hardness across multiple scales and three strength values.
Stores up to 300 groups of data, including single value, average, date, direction, and material.
User-defined upper and lower limits with automatic alarm function for batch testing.
Built-in software calibration function ensures accuracy and repeatability.
Integrated high-capacity lithium battery with intelligent charging circuit.
Continuous operation for up to 300 hours, long standby time.
Optional computer software supports data management, analysis, and histogram display.
Built-in thermal printer for direct on-site printing of measurement results.
Compact design with excellent performance in various industrial environments.
Application Range
The SHL-160 is suitable for hardness testing of steel, alloy tool steel, stainless steel, cast iron, aluminum alloy, copper alloy, and forged steel.
It is widely used in machinery manufacturing, petrochemical, mold inspection, and quality testing laboratories, providing accurate and efficient on-site hardness analysis.
Technical Parameters
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Hardness Scales | HL, HB, HRC, HRB, HRA, HV, HS |
| Measuring Range | HL: 170–960, HB: 19–655, HV: 80–976, HRC: 18–68, HRB: 13–100, HRA: 59–85, HS: 32–100 |
| Test Direction | 360° (vertical, horizontal, upward, downward) |
| Materials | Steel, alloy tool steel, stainless steel, gray cast iron, ductile iron, aluminum, brass, bronze, copper, forged steel |
| Display | LCD 128×64 graphic display |
| Printing | Built-in thermal printer, 57.5 ± 0.5 mm paper width |
| Interface | USB2.0 |
| Data Storage | 300 groups (including value, date, direction, material, etc.) |
| Measurement Error | ±5 HLD (at 760 HLD, D-type) |
| Repeatability | ≤5 HLD |
| Power Supply | 7.4V lithium battery (1500mAh) |
| Charging Power | 9VDC, 220VAC |
| Charging Time | 4–5 hours |
| Operating Temperature | 0–40°C |
| Storage Temperature | −25–70°C |
| Continuous Working Time | Approx. 300 hours |
| Dimensions (Main Unit) | Compact handheld structure |
Main Technical Index – Indication Error and Repeatability
| No. | Impact Device Type | Standard Leeb Hardness Block Value | Indication Error | Indication Repeatability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | D | 760 ± 30 HLD 530 ± 40 HLD | ±5 HLD ±8 HLD | 5 HLD 8 HLD |
| 2 | DC | 760 ± 30 HLDC 530 ± 40 HLDC | ±5 HLDC ±8 HLDC | 5 HLDC 8 HLDC |
| 3 | DL | 878 ± 30 HLDL 736 ± 40 HLDL | ±10 HLDL | 10 HLDL |
| 4 | D+15 | 766 ± 30 HLD+15 544 ± 40 HLD+15 | ±10 HLD+12 | 10 HLD+12 |
| 5 | G | 590 ± 40 HLG 500 ± 40 HLG | ±10 HLG | 10 HLG |
| 6 | E | 725 ± 30 HLE 508 ± 40 HLE | ±10 HLE | 10 HLE |
| 7 | C | 822 ± 30 HLC 590 ± 40 HLC | ±10 HLC | 10 HLC |
Standard Accessories
| Item | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Main Unit | 1 |
| D-type Impact Device | 1 |
| Small Support Ring | 1 |
| Nylon Brush | 1 |
| High Leeb Hardness Block | 1 |
| Charger | 1 |
| USB Cable | 1 |
| Printer Paper Roll | 1 |
| Carrying Case | 1 |
Optional Accessories
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Software | Computer data management and report system |
| Impact Devices | D, DC, DL, D+15, G, E, C |
| Support Rings | Customized types available |
| Hardness Blocks | High, medium, and low values |







