This apparatus is useful for determining the hardening ability of steels by end quench test. The test consists of heating a standard-size specimen to a given temperature for a specific period of time, followed by water quenching of one end under specified conditions and measuring the hardness at various points from quenched end along the length of the test piece.After heating, the test specimen is kept on the specimen support, where it is automatically centered with respect to the water jet. The quick action valve starts impinging the water jet on the specimen end instantly. The elaborate arrangement of the pump, tank, pipe, etc, enables obtaining desired correct water head for the nozzle.The electrical controls and safety devices for the pump and motor are provided and the entire apparatus is totally enclosed.

• Easy maintenance