XY cross table
High-precision motion control for automated series measurements across parts or sample arrays.
i3D® WLI Pro
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i3D® WLI Pro
Yield strength RIp0,2, tensile strength RIm and ductility from indentations — i3D®
Fully automated, high-throughput testing for fast analysis of mechanical properties — ideal for parameter studies and alloy development.
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Fully automated workflows via motorized XY cross table and a Z-axis positionable head.
Technical functions of i3D® WLI Pro
| Function | Description |
|---|---|
| Indentation testing | Testing of metallic materials to determine RIp0,2 (yield strength) and RIm (tensile strength) per DIN SPEC 4864 — no tensile specimen required |
| Measurement time (standard) | Approx. 72 seconds per measurement point |
| Measurement time (high-speed) | Optional: super-speed system with cycle times from approx. 20 seconds per point |
| XY cross table | Automated raster positioning — ideal for multi-point measurements and component mapping |
| Overview camera | Visual identification and precise placement of measurement points with full documentation |
| 3D surface measurement (optional) | White-light interferometry for height maps and detailed topography analysis |
Key features in detail
Overview camera
Image-guided selection and verification of measurement points — for optimal repeatability.
Multisample screening
Fully automated multi-point testing across samples or within one component — perfect for serial testing, microstructure or process studies.
Optional 3D metrology
Enable the high-precision white-light interferometer for standalone surface metrology.
i3D® software
i3D® across all Imprintec instruments. Inverse FEM models derive stress–strain curves from indentation profiles.
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Inverse FEM — fast determination of mechanical properties from indentations
The DIN SPEC 4864 indentation method enables low-damage, precise, and automated determination of yield strength (RIp0,2), tensile strength (RIm), and flow curves — without tensile specimens. A small indent, including the characteristic pile-up, is captured optically in 3D; an inverse finite-element model then evaluates the geometry and delivers strength parameters in minutes. This eliminates elaborate specimen preparation, providing fast, local, and actionable material data — ideal for small components, structured materials, or serial analyses. The approach is cost-efficient, time-saving, and opens new possibilities in R&D and QA.
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Lead time
Currently approx. 16 weeks from order (ex works)
Device classes
New units
Demo units (subject to availability)
Refurbished units (on request)
Contract types
Purchase (one-time payment)
Leasing (flexible terms)
Optional modules
3D surface measurement via white-light interferometry (WLI)
Super-speed mode (approx. 20 s cycle time)
Software packages
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Peter Zok
Applications – Materials Testing
Imprintec GmbH
15 years of experience in materials testing.
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