Manual Nexus 605rs-Rsb

MANUAL
NEXUS 605RS/RSB
Rockwell (Brinell) hardness tester
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USER MANUAL
FOR
NEXUS 605RS/RSB
HARDNESS TESTING INSTRUMENT

Thank you for buying this advanced INNOVATEST® hardness testing instrument.
The product meets the applicable DIN, ISO-EN, ASTM and JIS standards.
Before using this instrument, read through this user manual carefully to use the product properly.
After reading, keep the manual in an easy-to-access place for referencing whenever needed.
Read the “Safety Cautions” and “User’s Guide” thoroughly before usage, and properly operate the product.
In order to use the product safely, do not ignore visual cautions, warnings or safety symbols.
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WARNING!
Ignoring this information and mishandling of the
equipment can lead to severe bodily injuries and
material damage.
- o not modify this equipment. Doing so can cause fire and/or electric shock.
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- Do not fabricate anything with the power cord, forcibly bend it, twist, or pull it, doing so can cause fires and/or
electric shock.
- Do not disassemble this equipment. Doing so can cause electric shock. Contact our technical service department for
checks, adjustments, or repairs inside the equipment.
- Do not operate the equipment at a voltage other than the power voltage that is indicated. Doing so can cause fires.
- Do not place a vase, or any container holding water, near this equipment.
- Fires can occur if water gets inside the equipment.
- If, by any water does get inside the equipment, turn off the power to the equipment’s main unit, pull the plug out of
the socket, and call our company’s technical service department.
- Always install grounding. If, by any chance a component gets damaged without grounding, electric shock can occur.
- Do not operate the equipment if there is ever any abnormality, such as signs of smoke, unusual smell.
- In such a case, turn off the power to the equipment’s main unit, pull the plug out of the socket, and call our company’s
technical service department.
- Pull out the plug from the socket when exchanging a fuse. Not doing so can cause electric shock.
- Do not insert or unplug the plug with wet hands. Doing so can cause electric shock.
- Do not install the equipment on an unstable base. Doing so can affect the proper working and cause the equipment
to fall down and/or cause accidents and injuries.
- Do not scratch or forcibly twist a cable.
- Continued use of a cable after it is scratched or twisted can cause fire and/or electric shock.
- Do not place the equipment in a high temperature and humidity location.
- When cleaning or checking the equipment, make sure the plug is pulled out of the socket for safety.
- Do not use fuses and illumination lamps other than those specified. Doing so can cause fire.
- Do not connect special attachments to this equipment that are not “INNOVATEST®” standard attachments, doing so
can cause poor performance or defects.
- Do not use batteries other than the specified ones.
- Do not block the halogen lamp area and ventilation. Blocking the ventilation can cause heat to accumulate inside the
instrument, which in turn, can generate fire.
- Never open any of the panel or cover other than when unpacking or assembling.
- High voltages existing in the instrument may cause electrical shocks to personnel.
- Grounding, the power supply of the instrument must be grounded.
- For the power cable, always use the power cable with 3-pins ground wire provided.
Introduction
Thank you for buying the NEXUS 605RS/RSB closed loop, force feedback, Rockwell, Superficial Rockwell hardness tester.
The NEXUS 605RS/RSB is a Rockwell (Brinell) hardness tester with test forces ranging from 2.5Kgf to 187.5Kgf (depending on
model), Closed Loop, Load Cell, Force Feedback technology for a reliable fast measurement procedure.
• Superior Test Control

• Superior Accuracy
• Superior Gauge Repeatability & Reproducibility
• Superior Productivity
• Superior Flexibility
The NEXUS 605RS/RSB, Rockwell (Brinell) hardness testers, combine a practical design with universal specifications. State-of-
the-art closed loop, load cell technology and a - Patent Pending - force feedback system, assure fast test results at the highest
possible accuracy.
Unmatched consistency, repeatability and reliability now become affordable.
The INNOVATEST® Instruments design team has used recently developed sensor technology to create a new industry standard
for Rockwell (Brinell) hardness testing machines, eliminating weights and complex mechanical control systems.
The closed loop system applies force, calculates, filters and controls digital data in a 32-bits embedded CPU system.
The NEXUS 605RS/RSB is perfectly suited for educational purposes, research institutes and light industry.
During the assembly process the NEXUS 605RS/RSB will be configured to your particular technical requirements or even
painted in your company style colours.
The NEXUS 605RS/RSB is designed in The Netherlands, Europe, and meets or exceeds all applicable EN, ISO and ASTM
standards.
Test procedure control
Traditional hardness testing systems use a “dead weight” mechanical design or inaccurate spring force mechanism to apply
the test force. Such systems are lacking test control, as there is no feed-back on the actual applied force.
The Closed Loop technology with a force feedback system, as applied in the NEXUS 605RS/RSB , constantly measures and
controls the applied force on the tester’s indentor and tested surface. Consequently, this superior control system offers an almost
unlimited selection of test loads and test rates for virtually any test condition imaginable.
Closed loop vs Dead weight

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Elimination of overshoot due to sophisticated algorithms detecting contact with the indentor and the tested object’s surface.
The application and removal of the test force is fully automatic, as well as the positioning of the indentor and the pre-determined
objective. The result is an absolute vibration free operation while reducing the operator’s workload to a minimum.
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Contents

Introduction 4
1. Unpacking & checking contents 8

1.1 Unpacking 8
1.2 Accessory box 9
1.3 Standard and optional accessories/features 10
2. Main unit 11
2.1 Hardness tester body 11
3. Installation of the Hardness tester 12

3.1 Installation conditions 12
3.2 Levelling 13
3.3 Connecting the main power 13
4. Preparing NEXUS 605RS/RSB for operation 14
5. Using the NEXUS 605RS/RSB 15

5.1 Power on 15
5.2 Splash screen 15
5.3 Main screen 16
5.3.1 Rockwell depth sensor information/ Brinell diameter entry 19
5.3.2 Limit entry & limit setup 20
5.3.3 Measurement list 23
5.3.4 Load a program 24
5.3.5 Save a program 26
5.3.6 Manual start/stop indentation 27
5.3.7 Measurement data/statistics & hardness scale and force selection 28
5.3.8 Save a measurement 29
5.3.9 Conversions 30
5.3.10 Time/date & time/date setup 31
5.3.11 Delete 1 or all saved measurements 32
5.3.12 Light control 32
5.3.13 Settings & Information screen 33
5.3.14 Status bar 36
5.3.15 Dwell time and progress indication & shape correction setup 37
5.3.16 Export measurements 39
5.4 Data output 40
6. Performing a hardness test 49
7. Calibration procedures 51
7.1 Force Calibration 51
7.2 Maintenance advice 51
8. Technical specifications 52
9. Standard delivery and accessoires 53
9.1 Standard delivery 53
9.2 Optional accessoires 53
9.3 Technical drawings 54
10. Periodical inspection 55
11. Trouble shooting 56
12. Replacement of fuse 57
1. Unpacking & checking contents
This section describes unpacking conditions and standard accessories.
1.1 Unpacking
When you receive the product, unpack it and check if all components are included.
NOTE:
While unpacking the unit, use no extreme force to remove the packing materials. The accessories box is placed next to the
instrument and separated by soft materials to avoid damage to the tester. REMOVE the accessory box first! STORE the packing
material in a safe place as you might need it again. Never ship or transport the tester without the correct
packing materials or with the transportation safety inside the tester not being in the correct position.
This could cause severe damage to the testers load application system.
The standard components and accessories differ with system types within the NEXUS 605RS/RSB, but each complete shipment
includes at least:
a) Hardness tester body

b) Accessory box
Wooden box (outer packing) Remove all clamps.
Open all the panels.

Remove all the accessories cases.
Untighten the bolts that fix the tester to the pallet.
Use a sling the lift the tester from the pallet, be careful that you don’t damage any of the external devices.
NOTE 1:
While lifting the tester, do not touch sensitive parts like the indentor or illumination source;
NOTE 2:
Note that the actual packing conditions may differ from those shown above.
1.2 Accessory Box (or installed on your tester)
- V-anvil
- Flat anvil 60mm
- Brinell microscope (NEXUS 605RSB only)
- Power cable
- Four adjustable feet
- INNOVATEST® certificate
- Installation and user manual
- Pre-installed (plug and play)
NOTE 1:
Some components or parts may be packaged separately and may not be included in the accessory box or may have been installed on the
hardness tester.
NOTE 2:
Special options may be set in the places which are left blank in the accessory box.
1.3 Standard and optional Accessories/features
1. Adjustable clamping attachment
2. Main unit
This section describes the individual parts of the main tester body
2.1 Hardness tester body
1. Front panel
2. 6.5” LCD touch panel 1 2
3. USB port
4. Adjustable clamping attachment
5. Large round workpiece stage
6. Spindle protection cover
7. Elevator spindle screw
8. Tester house
9. Emergency switch
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10. Adjustable vibration damper
11. Power switch
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Power connection panel
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3. Installation of the hardness tester
This section describes the correct way of installing your NEXUS 605RS/RSB hardness tester.
3.1 Installation conditions
Install the hardness tester system in the conditions shown below in order to make full use of its functions and performances and
to avoid defects or inaccuracy of any kind.
VIBRATION
- Install the hardness tester in a place free from floor vibrations.
- Install the hardness tester on a rigid stand securely fixed (Do not install it on a to high or infirm stand.)
- Do not install the hardness tester in a place where many people come and go.
- Do not install the hardness tester near equipment generating vibrations.
- Install the hardness tester on the first floor of a building if possible.
- Do not install the hardness tester in a building near a road with heavy traffic.
- Do not install the hardness tester in a building where a crane, vibration tester or similar equipment is installed.
NOTE:
Vibrations transmitted to the hardness tester result in inaccurate measurement in particular in low force application procedures.
WIND, SOUND & HUMIDITY

- Do not install the hardness tester in a place directly exposed to the wind from an air conditioner, etc.
- Do not install the hardness tester in a room with excessive air circulation.
- Do not install the hardness tester near an entrance or an exit. (Wind and vibrations)
- Do not install the hardness tester near equipment generating excessive sound. (Acoustic vibrations)
- Ambient temperature 10°C to 35°C
- Recommended temperature: 21 ± 3
- Ambient humidity 70% RH or less. No dew condensation allowed.
WORKBENCH
Place the hardness tester on a horizontal work bench (such as a cabinet, desk or table).
The installation area needed is not less than 500 mm in width, 600 mm in depth and 850 mm in height.
The work bench should be rigid and withstand a load over 150kg.
NOTE 1:
Do not apply any impacts to the hardness tester when moving it.
NOTE 2:
When carrying the tester, be careful not to bring your hands, etc. into contact with the indentor.
3.2 Leveling
a) Install the four adjustable vibration dampers which are packed in the accessory suitcase.
b) The NEXUS 605RS/RSB system is equipped with a unique load application system which is not sensitive to
incorrect levelling. Nevertheless, to eliminate possible wear and tear on the tester’s mechanical structure we advise
to make sure that your tester is correctly levelled.
Your NEXUS 605RS/RSB is standard supplied with 4 adjustable vibration dampers.

Install the dampers on the tester if not installed yet and use a correct wrench to adjust the height of each damper.
3.3 Connecting the main power
This section describes the correct way of getting your tester powered up
Assure yourself that your tester’s power requirement is in compliance with your power supply.
The tester’s power details can be found on the back plate mentioning VOLTAGE requirements.
Power switch Mains connection;

Single phase,
110V - 240V,
50Hz - 60Hz
NOTE 1:
Connecting your tester to an incorrect main power supply could cause severe damage to the instrument and could cause fire.
NOTE 2:
At power on, the switch will light up.
NOTE 3:
Turn the emergency switch gently clockwise to unlock the switch.
Even when the power switch is light up, you need to assure that the emergency switch is not activated.
4. Preparing NEXUS 605RS/RSB for operation
The NEXUS 605RS/RSB is a complex mechanical/electronic equipment which requires professional installation from well
trained staff. We strongly recommend to opt for installation and training by INNOVATEST® service personnel.
Defect or damage caused by wrong operation or unsuitable installation are not covered by any warranty.
Make sure that the tester is calibrated (forces & test result) by INNOVATEST® or any authorized service partner at your location.
1. Install the tester in a proper environment as described on previous pages.

2. Make sure the LCD-screen is straight in front of you.
3. Connect NEXUS 605RS/RSB with the mains.
4. Install a suitable anvil.
5. Connect the tester with the main power.
6. Assure yourself that there are no objects between the clamping nose/indenter and the test table.
7. Switch on the main power.
8. Wait until the tester has started.
9. You are now ready to work with the NEXUS 605RS/RSB.
5. Using the NEXUS 605RS/RSB
5.1 Power on
Switch on the tester using the ON/OFF mains power switch on the back panel.
NOTE 1:
Make sure that the emergency switch is unlocked. When the emergency switch is locked, the tester will not power on, even after the power
switch is switched on.
Turn the emergency switch clockwise gently to unlock the emergency switch.
If the screen does not show any information within 15 seconds, this means that the battery of the time of day clock needs to be replaced. In
that case, the time and date will not be reliable.
5.2 Splash screen
After switching on the power of the tester, a splash screen will appear as long as the machine is homing. During homing,
the load motor will move the indenter upward to the home position. The splash screen shows the INNOVATEST logo, the
name of the tester type and the firmware version number.
A progress bar indicates the time that is left before the splash
screen is removed, meaning that the homing sequence is
completed. Wait until the splash screen disappears. To prepare
the machine for use, a popup tells you to turn down the elevator
spindle until the indenter is not touching the surface and to press
OK to zero the depth sensor. To turn the elevator spindle down,
move the spindle wheel counter clockwise.
After pressing OK on this popup, the machine is ready
to use.
NOTE:
You can zero the depth sensor at any time by touching the screen area that is showing the depth sensor bar graph under the text “READY”
and keeping this area pressed for more than 2 seconds. The same popup appears telling you to turn the elevator spindle down and to press
OK to zero the depth sensor.
5.3 Main screen
When the main screen is displayed, the tester is ready to use. The concept behind the screen layout is to give direct access
to functions from within the user interface, without having to browse menus to find the desired feature. Therefore, the
screen is divided into area’s that function as touch-sensitive buttons. Some of these screen areas have a double function:
When pressing a button briefly, the “normal” function is executed. When pressing a button for more than 2 seconds, the
“alternative” function is executed. When pressing a screen area that has a touch sensitive button function, the background
colour of this button changes.
“Alternative Function”
“Normal” Function (when pressed briefly) (when pressed for more than 2 seconds)
1: Rockwell depth information/Brinell diameter entry fields X

For Rockwell scales:
This area shows the depth measurement information:
When starting a new Rockwell measurement, the “Ind. displ.”
value shows the indenter displacement relative to the zero
position of the depth sensor.
The “Depth” value shows the actual depth of the indentation
after an indentation is made.
For non-Rockwell scales:
This area is to enter the diameters manually.
Limit setup : active or not active

2: Limit entry: To enter the upper and lower limit individually To set the upper and/or lower limit to active or not active
individually.
3: Measurement data & statistics: To select the Save measurement: To save the result of a hardness
desired hardness scale and force for the indentation. test into the measurement list, when automatic saving of
measurements is disabled.
“Normal” Function (when presseded briefly) (when pressed for more than 2 seconds)
4: Conversions: To select 3 different conversions for the

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current selected or measured hardness value
5: Measurement list with up and down button: To show the

X
stored measurements and to browse through the
measurements with the up and down buttons.
6: Time/date: To show the current date and time in the Time/Date setup: European or American format
chosen format. To choose between the European or American date and
time notations.
7: Light control: To set the light intensity level. X
8: Load program: To load a stored program. X
9: Delete 1 selected measurement: Delete ALL measurements:

To delete a selected measurement from the stored To delete all stored measurements from the
measurements in the measurement list. measurement list.
10 : Settings: To enter the settings menu that gives access to Information screen : This screen shows the hardness tester
the settings such as operating mode, touch calibration, type and the firmware version number.
firmware upgrade, language selection.
Save program with name: To save the current

settings into a program with a user-definable name. X
11 :
Export measurements:
To export the stored measurements to an USB stick. X
12 :
Dwell time and progress indication: Shape correction setup : Convex or off
For Rockwell scales: To set the shape correction type and size.
The preload dwell time, main load dwell time and This function is only available when a hardness scale is
recovery load dwell time are shown individually. chosen for which a shape correction is relevant (Vickers,
13 : For non-Rockwell scales: Rockwell). Shape correction is not relevant for the Knoop
The dwell time is shown. The progress of the indentation and Brinell scales.
is shown using a graphical representation of the indenter
and the surface of the sample under test.
“Normal” Function (when pressed briefly) (when pressed for more than 2 seconds)
14 : Manual start/stop : Zero depth sensor: To zero the depth sensor when the
The graph shows the depth sensor displacement when the elevator spindle is moved down and the indenter is not
indenter is pushed upward while touching the sample under touching the sample under test.
test and moving the elevator spindle upward. When the
depth sensor reaches the OK range that is indicated on the
bar graph, the indentation cycle starts.
15 : Status bar: To show the status of the device and to show

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information messages. The status bar does not behave as a
button, but rather as a field to show information.
5.3.1 Rockwell depth sensor information/ Brinell diameter entry
The Rockwell depth sensor information/Brinell diameter entry fields are shown below:
When the tester supports non-Rockwell scales, the diameters D1 and D2 have to be entered in the diameter entry field.
The hardness is calculated using the entered diameters. When a Rockwell scale is selected, the indenter displacement (Ind.
displ.) and the depth are shown. The “indenter displacement” value is the distance the indenter moved relative to the zero
position of the depth sensor. The zero position is when the indenter is not touching anything. The indenter displacement
value is shown when a new indentation is started and not when a measurement from the measurement list is selected. The
indenter displacement shows the distance that the indenter has moved relative to the zero position of the depth sensor.
The ”depth” value is the difference between the indenter displacement value during preload dwelling and the indenter
displacement value during recovery dwelling. This is the actual Rockwell depth used to calculate the Rockwell hardness value.
5.3.2. Limit entry & limit setup
When a hardness value has been calculated or a measurement is selected in the measurement list, the background colour
of the measurement data & statistics field is either blue, red or green. When the background colour is blue, this means that
both the upper and lower limit field is set to inactive and showing “---“. When the background colour is green, this means that
the hardness value is within the limits. When the colour is red, this means that the hardness value is outside of the limits. The
hardness values in the measurement list will also be coloured depending on whether the value is within or outside the limits.
The limit entry fields are used to enter the upper and lower limit individually:
The alternative function of the limit entry fields allows setting the corresponding limit active or inactive by pressing either the upper
limit or lower limit entry field for more than 2 seconds. The following screen will appear when setting the upper limit entry field:
In this screen, the chosen limit can be set active or

inactive. Then press OK to save your choice. The device
will remember your choice, even after power off. Press
CANCEL if you want to leave the limit setup screen
without saving any change.
NOTE:
To be able to enter a limit value, first set this limit active.
When a limit is set to inactive, the text “---“ is shown in
the corresponding limit field.
When the upper limit is set active and the upper limit entry field is pressed briefly, a keypad appears, allowing entering the
desired limit value:
When the lower limit is set active, press the lower limit
entry field briefly to enter a new lower limit value.
NOTE:
When entering the limits, the device will not allow
entering f.e. a lower limit value that is higher than the
upper limit value or vice versa.
Here are some examples of limit settings and how they affect the way that the hardness value and measurements are displayed:
Example 1: Both limits are inactive.
Example 2: Only the upper limit is active.
All hardness values below the upper limit are marked
green. All hardness values above the upper limit are
marked red.
Example 3: Only the lower limit is active.

All values above the lower limit are marked green.
All values below the lower limit are marked red.
Example 4 : Both limits are active.
All values that are within the limits are marked green.
All values that are out of the limits are marked red.
5.3.3. Measurement list
The measurement list contains all saved measurements.

The device remembers all saved measurements, even
after power off.
NOTE:
Up to a maximum of 50 measurements can be saved.
The measurement list can be browsed by pressing the
up or down button. You can also select a measurement
from the list simply by pressing the desired list item.
When selecting a measurement, the hardness value and
Rockwell depth/Brinell diameters of the corresponding
measurement will be shown. At the same time, the
background colour of the measurement data & statistics
field is updated to indicate if the hardness of the
selected measurement is within or outside the limits.
See picture on the left.
5.3.4. Load a program
The device is able to take a snapshot of all the relevant settings at that moment and store these settings as a program with a
user-definable name. This way you can define your own predefined sets of settings and easily switch between them. The load
program button (see picture below) is used to recall a stored program. The “---“ below the load button icon is an indication that
currently no program is loaded, or that a loaded program has been overruled by changing one of the settings.
When the load button is pressed, the following screen appears:
The window shows all the stored programs. You can

browse through the list of programs by pressing the up
or down button. You can also select a program from the
list simply by pressing the desired list item. The detailed
information about the selected program is shown in the
right part of the screen. Programs can be deleted from
the list by selecting the list item and then pressing the
delete button.
A window will appear to confirm the delete action:
To delete all the programs from the list, press the delete
button for more than 2 seconds.
A window will appear to confirm deleting all items:
To load one of the saved programs, select the program

and press the load button. When a saved program has
been loaded, the name of the program is shown below
the load button icon
5.3.5. Save a program
To save the current set of settings as a program and

attach a name to this program, press the save program
button, shown in the picture below:
NOTE:
Up to a maximum of 50 programs can be stored.
When pressing the save button, a window will appear with an automatically generated program name:
To change the program name, simply press the

program name field.
An alphanumeric keypad appears, allowing entering a

new program name.
After entering a new program name and pressing the
OK button to accept the changed name and pressing
OK to save the program, the current settings are saved
using the entered name. In the save program button, the
number of saved programs is shown.
5.3.6. Manual start/stop indentation
Before starting an indentation, check that the tester is

ready for testing, meaning that the elevator spindle is
moved downward so the indenter is not pressing
anything. The bar graph showing the indenter
displacement is empty and the text “READY” is
displayed above the bar graph.
To start an indentation, move the elevator spindle

upward by moving the spindle wheel clockwise. While
moving the spindle upward, the indenter will touch the
sample under test. From that moment on, when continue
to move the elevator spindle upward, the indenter is
pushed upward and the bar graph shows the indenter
displacement measured by the depth sensor. The text
“UP” is shown, indicating that you need to keep moving
the elevator spindle upward.
When suddenly reversing the elevator spindle movement before the OK range is reached, the text “UP” will change to
“DOWN”, indicating that you need to move the elevator spindle down until the text “READY” appears, before you can start
over again to start a new indentation cycle.
To start an indentation, make sure that you keep
moving the elevator spindle upward, preferably without
any interruption and at a constant speed, until the bar
graph reaches the OK range. Stop moving the elevator
spindle upward when the bar graph is somewhere in
the middle of the OK range.
The text “STOP” appears and the background colour of
the bar graph changes to red. At the same moment the
indentation cycle starts.
During the indentation cycle, the status bar shows the different phases of the indentation process. When pressing the bar graph
while the text “STOP” is shown, the indentation cycle is stopped immediately, the load motor is retracted and the text “DOWN”
appears. The elevator spindle needs to be moved down until the indenter is not touching the sample under test anymore. At
that moment the tester will be ready for a new indentation and shows the text “READY”.
5.3.7. Measurement data/statistics & hardness scale and force selection
The measurement and statistics field shows either the current measured hardness value or the hardness of a stored
measurement after it is selected in the measurement list. When the limits are active, the colour of the measurement and statistics
field indicates whether the hardness value is within the limits or not.
Additionally the statistics data, which is calculated over all saved measurements, is shown.
1. Hardness value (calculated after an indentation was completed, or belonging to a stored measurement selected in
the measurement list). When the hardness value shows “---“, this means that a new measurement is initiated, but no
hardness is calculated yet.
2. The current selected hardness scale.
3. Statistics data over all saved measurements in the measurement list.

Num = number of saved measurements.
Min = minimum value of the saved measurements.
Max = maximum value of the saved measurements.
Range = difference between the minimum and maximum value.
Mean = mean value calculated over the saved measurements.
Sdev = standard deviation calculated over the saved measurements.
Press the measurement and statistics field briefly to select the desired hardness scale and force. The following screen will appear:
Depending on the tester type and force range, the
appropriate scales and forces are enabled or disabled.
Press the desired hardness scale in the left column and
then press the desired force from the table at the right
side of the screen.Press the OK button to confirm your
choice or press the CANCEL button to discard any
changes.
5.3.8. Save a measurement
To save a measurement, there are two possible modes: automatic or manual.
To enable/disable the automatic save measurement

feature, press the settings button.
The following settings screen appears:
Press the “Automatic save measurement” checkbox to

enable or disable the automatic save mode.
• In automatic mode, the hardness value will be saved automatically to the measurement list without any user interaction.
• In manual mode, the hardness value is saved when the measurement and statistics field is being pressed for more
than 2 seconds. A popup appears with the question: “Add measurement to the list?”. Press YES to save the measurement.
5.3.9. Conversions
The device can store and show three user-selectable conversions of the current hardness value into three other hardness scales.
The current conversions are shown in the conversions field:
The device remembers the chosen conversions, even

after power off. To change one of the three conversions,
press the corresponding area in the conversions field.
When for example conversion 1 is pressed, the following screen appears:
The screen shows the current conversion data. To

change the conversion, just press the desired standard
in the left column, then choose the desired metal type in
the second column and then choose the desired
conversion scale in the last column. Press OK to confirm
your choice.
The conversion selection screen closes and the new conversion is shown in the conversions field.
When the hardness value cannot be converted into the selected conversion scale, the converted hardness value is displayed as
“---“. This happens when the hardness value is outside the range of the chosen conversion scale or when a new measurement
is not finished yet.
NOTE:
When one or more conversions are chosen for a certain scale and the scale is changed, it is possible that some of the conversions are not
relevant anymore for the new chosen scale. In that case, the irrelevant conversions are reset to “No conversion”.
5.3.10. Time/date & time/date setup
The time/date button shows the current time of day and date in the current selected notation.
The time and date is set by pressing the time/date button briefly. The following screen appears:
For example: to set the seconds, press the seconds-field

and adjust the seconds-value by pressing the up and
down button. When the up or down button are pressed
for a while, the value will automatically increase or
decrease.
Press the OK button to confirm your changes or press
the CANCEL button to discard any changes.
European notation: American notation:
The notation can be chosen with the alternative function of the time/date button by keeping this button pressed for more than
2 seconds. The following screen appears:
The device remembers your choice, even after power off.
5.3.11. Delete 1 or all saved measurements
The delete button is used to delete a saved measurement or all saved measurements at once from the measurement list:
To delete one selected measurement, press the

measurement or use the up/down buttons of the
measurement list to select a measurement, then touch
the delete button briefly and confirm your action with
the OK button.
To delete all measurements, keep the delete button tou-

ched for more than 2 seconds and confirm your action
with the OK button.
5.3.12. Light control
The light control button is used to the set the light level. The current light level in percent is shown in the button.
When the light control button is touched briefly, a window with a slider appears :
The light intensity is changed by adjusting the slider. To

adjust the light intensity coarse, keep pressing the slider
while moving the finger horizontally over the slider. To
adjust the light intensity fine, with steps of 1%, press the
+ or - button right and left of the slider. Press the OK
button to save the chosen intensity and close the light
control screen. The device saves and remembers your
change, even after power off. Press the CANCEL button
when you want to leave the screen without saving your
changes.
5.3.13. Settings & Information screen
The settings button is used to change the operating mode, calibrate the touch screen, upgrade firmware, change the language
or to enter the calibration screens.
In the settings button, the current operating mode is shown. The default operating mode, that is set at power on, is “Operator”.
When pressing the setup button briefly, the settings screen appears:
The settings screen gives access to the following functions:
• Operating mode:
To change the operating mode. Service technicians use this function.
• Calibrate the touch screen:
To re-calibrate the touch screen.
• Upgrade firmware :
To install new firmware using an USB stick.
• Language selection:
To select another language. All texts are displayed in the chosen language.
When pressing the setup button and keeping it pressed for more than 2 seconds, the information screen appears:
This screen shows the tester type and the firmware version.
5.3.13.1. Calibrate touch screen
When pressing the “Calibrate touch screen” button on the settings screen, the following screen appears:
Press the circle at the top left corner of the screen. The following screen appears:
Press the circle at the bottom right corner of the screen. The following screen appears:
To accept and store the new calibration data, press the

“Accept calibration” button in the middle of the screen
within 10 seconds. If you do not want to accept the
calibration, just wait 10 seconds and the calibration
screen will automatically disappear without saving the
new calibration data.
5.3.13.2. Language
To change the language, press the language button on the settings screen briefly, until the language of your choice appears.
5.3.14. Status bar
The status bar at the bottom of the start screen is used to show:
• The current state of the device:

• “Ready for testing”
• “Applying preload”
• “Preload dwelling”
• “Applying test force”
• “Dwelling”
• “Recovery”
• “Recovery dwelling”
• “Retracting indenter”
• “Turn spindle down”
• “Turn spindle up to OK”
• Informational messages about the actions of the user,
• Warning messages for actions of the user that are not allowed, not possible or not relevant at that moment.
Informational and warning messages are shown in red to attract attention.
5.3.15. Dwell time and progress indication & shape correction setup
The dwell time and progress are combined in the dwell time and progress indication field:
The upper part of the field shows the dwell time value(s) in seconds.
For Rockwell scales, three dwell times are shown: the preload dwell time, the main load dwell time and the recovery load
dwell time.
For non-Rockwell scales, one dwell time is shown: the main load dwell time.
When an indentation cycle starts and the desired force for the particular indentation phase is reached, the corresponding
dwell time value will start counting down to zero. When the value reaches zero, the next phase of the indentation cycle starts.
When the indentation cycle is completed, the dwell time values reset back to their start values. The lower part of the field shows
a triangular shape representing the indenter and a rectangular shape representing the specimen surface. When an indentation
is started, the progress indication will show the position of the indenter while moving towards the specimen surface. When
the specimen surface is reached, the progress indication changes to a bar graph that represents the measured force until the
selected force is reached :
To set the dwell time, press the dwell time and progress indication field briefly. The following screen will appear:
For Rockwell scales, the preload, main load and
recovery dwell time can be adjusted individually. First,
select the dwell time that you want to adjust by pressing
the appropriate checkbox. Then keep pressing the slider
while moving the finger horizontally over the slider to
adjust the dwell time. For fine adjustments use the the +
and – buttons to increase and decrease the dwell time
in steps of 1 second. Press OK to save the changed
dwell time and leave the screen. The device will
remember the saved change, even after power off.
Press the CANCEL button to discard any change.
To set the shape correction, keep the dwell time and progress indication field press for more than 2 seconds. The following
screen appears:
Using the screen above, the shape correction is set to

the desired shape and shape diameter. First, select the
type of shape correction by touching the appropriate
checkbox. To adjust the shape diameter, keep pressing
the slider and while moving the finger horizontally over
the slider for coarse adjustments or use the + and –
buttons for fine adjustments.
Press the OK button, to save your change and leave the
screen. The device will remember your change, even
after power off. Press the CANCEL button to discard
any changes.
The dwell time and progress indication field will show
the selected shape correction as in the following
example (convex with 5.1mm diameter)
5.3.16. Export measurements
All measurements in the measurement list, conversions and statistics can be exported to a file on an USB stick. The USB
connector for the stick is situated at the right side of the LCD screen.
NOTE:
After inserting the USB stick, the device needs several seconds to detect the stick. When the stick is not detected, re-insert the stick.
The USB stick has to be formatted for the FAT file system. Other file systems will not work.
When the measurements are saved to an USB stick, the measurements will be saved to a file called “report.txt” in the root
folder of the USB stick. When this file already exists, a popup message appears: “Overwrite file ?” When “Yes” is pressed,
the file is overwritten. After the file is written, a pop message appears: “File was written”. Press the OK button to proceed.
INNOVATEST
Nexus 605
TEST RESULT LIST
OPERATOR : ................
PART NR. : ................
DATE : 11/11/2016
TIME : 14:15:28
HARDNESS SCALE : HRA
CONVERSION 1 : None
:
CONVERSION 2 : None
:
CONVERSION 3 : None
:
FORCE : 60000.000g
DWELL TIME : 3s – 3s - 3s
MEASUREMENTS : 3
AVG : 83.43
MAX : 99.11
MIN : 75.50
S.DEV : 11.08
RANGE : 23.61
SINGLE VALUES
1. 99.11 HRA
2. 75.50 HRA
3. 75.70 HRA
5.4 Data output
Installing software drivers for NEXUS 605RS/RSB
Connect the NEXUS 605RS/RSB to the PC with a USB B cable.
USB PORT
Windows will try to automatically install the drivers and show the progress in a balloon.
Windows will not be able to find the correct drivers automatically.
Open the “Start Menu” and click with the right mouse button on “Computer” and select “Manage”
Click on “Device Manager”
Click with the right mouse button on “NXP LPC18xx VCOM” and select “Update Driver Software…”
Select “Browse my computer for driver software”
Navigate to the directory with the drivers for “NXP LPC18xx VCOM”
Click on “Next”
Click on “Install this driver software anyway”
Write down which COM port has been assigned to the LPC USB VCom Port in the Device Manager
The drivers are now correctly installed.
Output data from NEXUS 605RS/RSB to PC with Terminal connection (USB)
- Start the program “Termite”. Free available from http://www.compuphase.com/software_termite.htm

- Click on “Settings”
Adjust the Port configuration to match the following settings:
The COM port can be different for each PC. Use the COM port which you wrote down earlier.
After a measurement the value will be transferred to the PC:
Output data from NEXUS 605RS/RSB to Excel with Data Redirector
- Start the program “Data Redirector”

The COM port can be different for each PC. Use the COM port which you wrote down earlier.
- Set the baud rate to 115200.
- If you want each measurement in a new row, select “Add value in new row”
- If you want each value in a new column, select “Add value in new column”
- If you also want a timestamp with each measurement, select the box “Add timestamp”
- Click on “Open” to start Excel
After each measurement the selected cell in Excel will be updated with the measured value.
“Add value in new row”
“Add value in new column”
“Add value in new row, Add timestamp”
“Add value in new column, Add timestamp”
If you only want to use the value without the scale (e.g. HRC), you can add a row below with a formula:
=LEFT(A1, LEN(A1)-4)
A1 is the cell which contains the measured value. -4 is the number of characters you wish to strip.
6. Performing a hardness test
1. Power on the tester.

Make sure the emergency switch is unlocked. Gently rotate the emergency switch button clockwise to unlock the switch.
2. Check that the correct indenter type (ball or diamond cone) is installed for the desired scale.
3. The adjustable clamping attachment is used to eliminate the play in the elevator spindle. When the elevator spindle
is adjusted so that the manual start bar graph indicates that the depth sensor is in the OK range, the clamping
attachment is clamped against the test table with a certain force. The clamping attachment should be adjusted so
that the clamping force is high enough to eliminate the play in the elevator spindle at the moment that the depth
sensor is in the OK range. When clamping, you feel an increasing resistance of the spindle wheel. This resistance
increases up to a maximum when the depth sensor moves into the OK range. When feeling no resistance while
the depth sensor moves into the OK range or when the resistance makes it impossible to reach the OK range, the
clamping attachment needs to be adjusted accordingly.
4. Select a hardness scale (and the desired force for non-Rockwell scales).
5. Set the dwell times to the desired values.
6. When relevant for the selected hardness scale, set the shape correction to the correct shape and shape
diameter.
7. Position the specimen

Use a proper specimen fixture when the specimen is not flat. Ensure that the specimen surface condition complies
with the required standards. Put the specimen in the centre of the test table, flat anvil or X-Y stage. The specimen
surface must be in parallel with the test table/flat anvil. Use a proper clamp or fixture when using a specimen with
complicated geometric shapes.
8. Start the indentation

Check that the tester is ready for testing. The status bar at the bottom of the screen should show: “Ready for testing”.
When the status bar shows: “Turn spindle down”, then first turn the spindle down so the indenter is not touching
anything and the status bar shows: “Ready for testing” and the text “READY” is shown in the manual start.
When the tester is ready, turn the spindle wheel clockwise to move the elevator spindle upward, preferable without
interruption and at a constant speed. Keep turning the spindle upward while the indenter touches the sample
under test. The text “UP” is shown above the bar graph. At the moment that the indenter touches the sample under
test and is pushed upward, the bar graph on the screen will slowly rise. Stop turning the spindle upward when the
bar graph has reached the OK range. Now the text “UP” will change to “STOP” and the bar graph background
colour changes to red. The indentation cycle starts.
The indentation cycle can be stopped at any moment by touching the area in which the bar graph is displayed.
In case a Rockwell scale is selected, the tester applies the preload force, then the main load force and finally the
recovery load. Each force application is followed by a corresponding dwell time during which the force is maintained.
When the indentation cycle is completed, the Rockwell depth and the calculated hardness are displayed, while the
text “DOWN” is displayed and the status bar shows: “Turn the spindle down”. Before starting a new indentation
cycle, move the elevator spindle downward.
In case a non-Rockwell scale is selected, the tester applies the main load, followed by the main load dwell time.
When the indentation cycle is completed, the text “DOWN” is displayed and the status bar shows: “Turn the
spindle down”. Before starting a new indentation cycle, move the elevator spindle downward.
Use the appropriate tool (Brinell microscope) to measure the horizontal and vertical diameter of the indentation and
enter the diameters in the diameter entry fields. The tester will calculate and show the hardness using the entered
diameters.
If you want the hardness measurements to be saved to the measurement list automatically, check the
“Automatic save measurement” option in the settings screen. Any new measurement will then be saved to the
list automatically up to a maximum of 50 measurements.
If you want to save the measurement manually, uncheck the “Automatic save measurement” option in the
settings screen. The measurement is saved when touching the measurement and statistics field and keeping
this field touched for more than 2 seconds. Saving is only possible when the hardness value is valid, thus not
showing “---“.
7. Calibration procedures
The NEXUS 605RS/RSB series is equipped with a highly sensitive and accurate load cell that gives feedback on the applied
force.
It is unlikely that you to need to adjust any settings of your NEXUS 605RS/RSB in the normal product live.
If your tester requires calibration please contact your supplier or the INNOVATEST service center directly.
Calibration of the NEXUS 605RS/RSB testers should be done by an experienced person only.
7.1 Force calibration
In the event that the force application of your tester needs to be recalibrated, please seek advice from your supplier or contact
the service department of INNOVATEST directly.
To calibrate the applicable force of your NEXUS 605RS/RSB series hardness tester, specific equipment is required (range of
calibrated precision load cells).
7.3 Maintenance advice
Do not clean your tester with chemical solutions such as “thinner” or white spirit as this can cause permanent damage to the
painting, metallic surfaces or plastics.
Do not use aggressive or abrasive materials
Keep the elevator spindle clean and do NOT lubricate the spindle with normal oil. Use sewing machine oil and CLEAN THE
SPINDLE THOROUGHLY after lubrication and make sure as little as possible oil is left on the spindle. Repeat the cleaning
procedure after a few days to ensure no oil will dry up on the spindle surface.
In case any part needs replacement, use genuine INNOVATEST parts to avoid disturbing of the performance of your tester.
8. Technical specifications
Hardness scales R Rockwell and Superficial Rockwell all scales

Hardness scales RB Rockwell, Superficial Rockwell and Brinell scales
(2.5kgf/24.5N to 187.5kgf/1838N)
Load application Load cell, force feedback, closed loop system
Rockwell Pre load 3kgf and 10kgf
Rockwell main load 15kgf, 30kgf, 45kgf, 60kgf, 100kgf, 150kgf
Rockwell test scales A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, K, L, M, P, R, S, V
Superficial Rockwell scales 15N, 30N, 45N, 15T, 30T, 45T, 15W, 30W, 45W, 15X, 30X, 45X,
15Y, 30Y, 45Y
Brinell test load (RB model) 2.5kgf/24.5N to 187.5kgf/1838N
Brinell test scales (RB model) HB1: 2.5kgf/24.5N, 5kgf/49N, 10kgf/98N, 30kgf/295N
HB 2.5: 6.25kgf/61.29N,15.625kgf/153.2N, 31.25kgf/306.45N,
62.5kgf/612N, 187.5kgf/1838N
HB5: 25kgf/245.16N, 62.5kgf/612N, 125kgf/1225N
HB10: 100kgf/980.7N
Display Full color multi -function LED display

Display overview Conversion to other hardness scales such as Brinell, Vickers, Leeb, UTM.
convex adjustment, machine settings, calibration
Standards Meets or exceeds, ISO, ASTM, JIS standards
Test cycles Motorized, fully automatic, Pre load, Load, Dwell, Unload process
Indentors Rockwell Diamond Cone: 120°
Rockwell balls: 1/16“, 1/8“, 1/4“, 1/2“
Brinell Balls: 1mm, 2.5mm, 5mm, 10mm
Dwell time Pre-load 1-99 seconds,
Main load 1-99 seconds,
Recovery 1-99 seconds
Connectivity USB-2
Optical system RB Brinell microscope
Workpiece accommodation Vertical capacity 250mm
Horizontal capacity 170mm (from indentor center-line)
Operating temperature 10°C to 35°C, non-condensing
Machine dimensions 220mm x 540mm x 855mm (WxDxH)
Machine weight 82kg
Power supply 100V AC to 240V AC, 50Hz/60Hz, single phase
9. Standard delivery and accessories
9.1 Standard delivery
• V-anvil
• Flat anvil 60mm
• Brinell microscope (NEXUS 605RSB only)
• Power cable
• Four adjustable feet
• Installation and user manual
• Pre-installed (plug and play)
9.2 Optional accessories
• Certified indentors (ASTM, DIN, ISO)

• Certified reference hardness blocks (ASTM, DIN, ISO)
• Custom testing tables
• Precision vice for small parts, jaw width 36mm
• V-blocks and special clamps
• Manual X-Y stage 100mm x 60mm, micrometer travel 25mm x 25mm
• Solid tester table and storage cabinet
9.3 Technical drawings
This SERVICE menu allows access to important machine settings. Pending the password, certain levels of the machi-
170
Max. 250
855
400
42
Spindle Dia.
220 540
190
All dimensions are in mm
ne settings can be reached. Your distributor has access to the password that is required for calibration and adjustments.
10. Periodical inspection
Inspect the following before every hardness test and periodically.
Part Attention Action Precaution

Indenter Tip dirty Wipe indenter Do not bend indenter shaft
Objective or lens Lens surface polluted Wipe lens Do not scratch
Eyepiece Polluted eyepiece Clean eye piece Do not scratch
Anvil Rust Remove rust Do not bring stage into contact
with turret, etc.
Testblock Rusted Replace test block Do not use rusted test block
11. Trouble shooting
This section shows errors which may occur in the NEXUS 605RS/RSB series, their possible causes,
and countermeasures to be taken against such errors.
Problem Possible cause Action

Lighting lamp does not Power is not supplied Supply power
switch on (power is not turned on). Lamp has blown out Replace lamp
Fuse has burnt out Replace fuse
Indenter is in front Object lens is in front
Operation panel LCD Power is not supplied Supply power
does not light up. Cable is connected improperly Connect cable properly
Cable is broken Contact your supplier
Trouble of operation box Contact your supplier
No indentation is made Out of focus Adjust focus
Indenter tip is chipped off Replace indenter
Hardness tester is faulty Contact your supplier
Indenter shaft curve Contact your supplier
Abnormal position of indentation Adjusting the indentation
position
Abnormal hardness value Ocular is not set to zero properly Set ocular to zero
Indenter tip is dirty Wipe indenter
Installed in bad conditions Improve installation conditions
No data output Cable is connected improperly Connect cable properly
Cable is broken Contact your supplier
Output instrument power is turn off Output instrument power is turn on
Irregular indentation shape Indenter tip is dirty
Indenter tip is chipped off Replace indenter
Specimen surface is coarse (or dirty) Polish specimen surface
Specimen is tilted Make specimen surface
in parallel with
fine adjustment stage
Specimen is curved (or spherical Make an indentation at
or columnar) highest position if specimen curve
Hardness tester is faulty (such as Contact your supplier
indenter shaft is broken)
12. Replacement of fuse
Disconnect electric power cable from backside of main body after turn off the machine and disconnect remove power line.
Pull out a fuse holder using screwdriver etc.
In the fuse holder, a fuse is stored.

Take out the fuse which is blown.
Mount the spare fuse (stored in the accessory box)

Connect electric power cable
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1. Unpacking & checking contents 8

3. Installation of the Hardness tester 12

4. Preparing NEXUS 605RS/RSB for operation 14

5. Using the NEXUS 605RS/RSB 15

6. Performing a hardness test 49

10. Periodical inspection 55

11. Trouble shooting 56

12. Replacement of fuse 57

a) Hardness tester body

Wooden box (outer packing) Remove all clamps.

Open all the panels.

1. Adjustable clamping attachment

2.1 Hardness tester body

Power connection panel

3.1 Installation conditions

WIND, SOUND & HUMIDITY

Your NEXUS 605RS/RSB is standard supplied with 4 adjustable vibration dampers.

3.3 Connecting the main power

Power switch Mains connection;

1. Install the tester in a proper environment as described on previous pages.

5.2 Splash screen

5.3 Main screen

1: Rockwell depth information/Brinell diameter entry fields X

Limit setup : active or not active

4: Conversions: To select 3 different conversions for the

5: Measurement list with up and down button: To show the

7: Light control: To set the light intensity level. X

8: Load program: To load a stored program. X

9: Delete 1 selected measurement: Delete ALL measurements:

Save program with name: To save the current

15 : Status bar: To show the status of the device and to show

5.3.1 Rockwell depth sensor information/ Brinell diameter entry

In this screen, the chosen limit can be set active or

Example 1: Both limits are inactive.

Example 3: Only the lower limit is active.

5.3.3. Measurement list

The measurement list contains all saved measurements.

See picture on the left.

5.3.4. Load a program

When the load button is pressed, the following screen appears:

The window shows all the stored programs. You can

A window will appear to confirm deleting all items:

To load one of the saved programs, select the program

To save the current set of settings as a program and

To change the program name, simply press the

An alphanumeric keypad appears, allowing entering a

5.3.6. Manual start/stop indentation

Before starting an indentation, check that the tester is

To start an indentation, move the elevator spindle

5.3.7. Measurement data/statistics & hardness scale and force selection

2. The current selected hardness scale.

3. Statistics data over all saved measurements in the measurement list.