Microhardness testing

Microhardness testing measures how resistant a small area of a material is to deformation or scratching using a tiny, precise indenter. A small force is applied to press the indenter into the material's surface, and the size or depth of the resulting indentation indicates its hardness. This method is useful for analyzing small, thin, or layered materials where traditional hardness tests are too large or invasive. It helps engineers and scientists understand material properties at microscopic levels, which is important for quality control, research, and developing materials with specific hardness characteristics.