Durometer

usgb/duˈrɑːmɪtər/
noun

A durometer is an instrument used to measure the hardness of materials, commonly used for rubber and plastics.

The engineer used a durometer to check the hardness of the rubber component.
Visual representation of "durometer" - A durometer is an instrument used to measure the hardness of materials, commonly used for rubber and plastics.

Often appears as...

  • shore durometer
  • digital durometer

Usage tips

Neutral

hardness measurement, testing device, quality control

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Application

To understand how to use a durometer effectively, practice measuring different materials.

Illustration for Application
In the lab, the durometer showed a hardness of 70 Shore A for the rubber sample.
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Precision

Ensure the durometer's calibration is correct for accurate readings.

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Incorrect readings can result from improper use of the durometer.
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Material Specificity

Different materials require different types of durometers for accurate measurement.

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Using a Shore A durometer on metal will not yield useful results.
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