" Regular Rockwell hardness testing-Measures the bulk hardness of the material. There are separate scales for ferrous metals, nonferrous metals, and plastics. Common regular Rockwell hardness scales include B and C for metals and M and R for polymers. Superficial Rockwell hardness testing-A more surface sensitive measurement of hardness than for the regular Rockwell scales. This technique is useful for samples with hardness gradients at the surface, to test small areas, and for thin samples. Superficial Rockwell hardness scales are N and T for metals and W, X, and Y for nonmetallic materials and coatings. " [ http://www.mee-inc.com/rockhar.html ]
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