Advanced Digital Micro Vickers Hardness Tester – Vexus MHV-1000Z Series
Advanced Digital Micro Vickers Hardness Tester – Vexus MHV-1000Z Series
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Description
The Sinowon Vexus MHV-1000Z Series is an advanced Digital Micro Vickers hardness testing system designed for precise micro-hardness measurement of metals, coatings, ceramics, glass, IC sections, and other hard or brittle materials. Integrating optics, mechanics, and computer technology, the Vexus series provides accurate and repeatable hardness testing under small test forces for laboratory and industrial quality control applications.
The MHV-1000Z Series features an LCD display, intelligent data processing functions, hardness scale conversion, printer connectivity, and PC communication capability. The dual-indenter configuration supports both Vickers and Knoop hardness testing, making the system highly versatile for precision micro-hardness applications.
Designed for laboratories, aerospace, automotive, electronics, metallography, coatings, and research environments, the Vexus series combines user-friendly operation with high-performance measurement capability.
Features
- Advanced digital Micro Vickers hardness testing system
- Integrated optics, mechanics, and computer technology
- High-precision micro hardness measurement
- Supports both Vickers and Knoop hardness testing
- Dual indenter configuration
- LCD display interface
- Automatic data processing functions
- Hardness scale conversion capability
- Test result storage and editing
- Built-in statistical calculation functions
- Printer output support
- RS232 PC communication interface
- Suitable for brittle and thin materials
- Stable and reliable measurement performance
- Designed for laboratory and industrial use
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Advanced Digital Micro Vickers Hardness Tester |
| Models | Vexus MHV-1000Z / MHV-1000ZK |
| Hardness Scales | HV (Vickers), HK (Knoop) |
| Test Method | Micro Vickers / Knoop Hardness Testing |
| Display | LCD Screen |
| Indenter Type | Dual Indenter System |
| Hardness Conversion | Supported |
| Data Functions | Storage, Editing and Statistical Calculation |
| PC Connectivity | RS232 Interface |
| Printer Support | Yes |
| Applications | Metals, Coatings, IC Sections, Ceramics, Glass |
| Materials Tested | Ferrous & Non-Ferrous Metals, Brittle Materials |
| Testing Capability | Small Force Micro Hardness Measurement |
| Measurement System | Precision Optical Measurement |
| Operation | Digital Interface |
Applications
- Micro hardness testing
- Knoop hardness testing
- Thin coating analysis
- IC and semiconductor testing
- Metallography inspection
- Precision engineering inspection
- Heat treatment verification
- Ceramic hardness testing
- Glass hardness measurement
- Surface coating analysis
- Research and development
- Industrial quality control
Standard Accessories
- Advanced digital micro hardness tester
- Vickers indenter
- Knoop indenter
- Objective lenses
- LCD display system
- Calibration accessories
- Communication interface
- Power cable
- User manual
Industries Used In
- Aerospace
- Automotive
- Electronics
- Semiconductor manufacturing
- Metallurgy
- Surface engineering
- Research laboratories
- Universities
- Precision engineering
- Industrial quality control
Alternative Names
- Digital Micro Vickers Hardness Tester
- Vickers & Knoop Hardness Tester
- Micro Hardness Tester
- Advanced Micro Hardness Testing System
- HV/HK Hardness Tester
- Precision Micro Hardness Tester
- Semiconductor Hardness Tester
- Laboratory Micro Hardness Machine
- Industrial Micro Hardness Measurement System
- Digital Knoop Hardness Tester
Downloads
- MicroVicky Series Datasheet
- Vexus MHV-1000Z / 1000ZK Datasheet
- SV Series Datasheet
- TV Series Datasheet
- WH Series Datasheet
- AutoVicky ZHV-WH Series Datasheet
- AutoVicky ZVK-1050AF Datasheet
Compare the Vickers Range
Help Me Choose – Vickers & Micro Vickers Hardness Testers

Quick Selection Guide
| If you need to… | Recommended Series | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Reliable digital Vickers hardness testing | SV Series | General workshop & laboratory testing |
| Modern touchscreen operation & faster workflows | TV Series | Improved usability & data handling |
| Automatic objective/indenter switching | WH Series | Higher efficiency repetitive testing |
| Micro Vickers testing for thin materials | MicroVicky Series | Coatings, thin sections & microstructures |
| Advanced micro hardness testing with Knoop capability | Vexus MHV Series | Thin coatings, IC sections & precision analysis |
| Fully automatic macro Vickers testing | AutoVicky ZHV-WH Series | Automated production QC |
| Fully automatic micro & macro Vickers + Knoop testing | AutoVicky ZVK-1050AF | Advanced materials analysis & hardness mapping |
Standard Vickers Hardness Testers
Best For
General metals testing, workshops, laboratories, universities and QC departments.
| Series | Automation Level | Load Range | Key Features | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SV Series | Digital | Up to 50kgf | Automatic hardness calculation | Cost-effective daily testing |
| TV Series | Advanced Digital | Up to 50kgf | Touchscreen + Auto Turret | Modern QC environments |
| WH Series | Auto Turret | Up to 50kgf | Automatic turret switching | Production & repetitive testing |
Key Differences
SV Series
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Automatic hardness calculation
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LCD display
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Faster than manual reading systems
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Better repeatability
TV Series
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Color touchscreen operation
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Automatic turret
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Hardness scale conversion
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Improved operator efficiency
WH Series
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Fully automatic turret
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Faster objective/indenter switching
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Reduced operator error
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Better for higher-volume testing
Micro Vickers Hardness Testers
Best For
Thin coatings, carburized layers, heat treatment verification, microstructures and delicate materials.
| Model / Series | Load Range | Knoop Capability | Automation | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MicroVicky Series | Micro loads | Optional | Manual / Semi-auto | General micro hardness |
| Vexus MHV-1000Z | Micro loads | No | Advanced Digital | Precision micro hardness |
| Vexus MHV-1000ZK | Micro loads | Yes | Advanced Digital | Thin coatings & IC sections |
Fully Automatic Vickers Systems
Best For
Research laboratories, automotive, aerospace, heat treatment analysis, automated QC and case depth testing.
| Model | Auto Stage | Auto Focus | Auto Measurement | Knoop Testing | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AutoVicky ZHV-WH Series | Yes | Manual | Yes | No | Automated production testing |
| AutoVicky ZVK-1050AF | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Full Vickers & Knoop automation |
Automation Level Guide
| Automation Level | Products |
|---|---|
| Digital Testing | SV Series |
| Touchscreen & Auto Turret | TV Series / WH Series |
| Fully Automatic Systems | AutoVicky ZHV-WH Series |
| Full Automatic Vickers + Knoop | AutoVicky ZVK-1050AF |
Application Guide
| Application | Recommended Models |
|---|---|
| General metals testing | SV Series |
| Production QC | TV Series, WH Series |
| Thin coatings | MicroVicky Series |
| Case depth analysis | AutoVicky ZVK-1050AF |
| Knoop hardness testing | MHV-1000ZK, ZVK-1050AF |
| Research laboratories | ZVK-1050AF |
| Heat treatment verification | WH Series |
| Aerospace materials | ZVK-1050AF |
| Semiconductor & IC materials | MHV-1000ZK |
Which Series Is Right For You?
Choose the SV Series if:
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You want reliable digital Vickers hardness testing
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You need cost-effective laboratory testing
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You prefer simple operation
Choose the TV or WH Series if:
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You want faster operation
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You prefer touchscreen workflows
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You perform repetitive testing
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You need improved operator efficiency
Choose the MicroVicky Series if:
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You test coatings or thin materials
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You require micro hardness measurements
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You work with microstructures or heat treatment profiles
Choose the Vexus MHV Series if:
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You require advanced digital micro hardness testing
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You need optional Knoop capability
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You test thin coatings, IC sections or precision materials
Choose the AutoVicky ZHV-WH Series if:
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You require automated production testing
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You want motorized stage operation
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You need improved repeatability and efficiency
Choose the AutoVicky ZVK-1050AF if:
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You require both Vickers and Knoop testing
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You perform advanced material analysis
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You need fully automated testing workflows
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You require hardness mapping and case depth analysis
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Return & Refund Information
Return & Refund Information
We accept returns within 14 days of purchase for unused items in original packaging. No restocking fees apply. Refunds are processed within 10 business days once the return is approved.
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Shipping Information
Shipping Information
We currently ship within New Zealand only. Orders are processed in 1–2 business days and typically arrive within 5–7 business days via free tracked standard shipping.
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Contact Us
Contact Us
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Email: sales@inspectec.co.nz
Phone: +64 27 342 4497
Address: 3 Bell Road, Beachlands, Auckland 2018, New Zealand
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