Portable Roughness Tester PCE-RT 2000 – Profilometer, Surface Tester, Material & Paint Roughness Tester (ANSI B46.1 / DIN EN ISO 4287)
The PCE-RT 2000 is a portable surface roughness tester and profilometer designed for rapid on-site measurement of material surface finish. Whether you are quality-assuring manufactured parts, verifying machined surfaces, or assessing wear patterns on industrial components, this compact device delivers precise roughness analysis compliant with international standards. Equipped with an inductive measuring system, a diamond stylus, and rechargeable battery power, the PCE-RT 2000 provides immediate feedback without tethering you to a laboratory workbench.
Built for manufacturing, metrology, and quality control environments, the PCE-RT 2000 captures nine distinct roughness parameters with measurement accuracy better than ±10% and exceptional repeatability under 6%. Its intuitive OLED display toggles between metric (µm) and imperial (µinch) units, while the included clamping device and protective case ensure reliable transport and setup on irregular surfaces.
Comprehensive Surface Roughness Analysis
Surface finish is invisible to the naked eye but critical to performance. The PCE-RT 2000 quantifies roughness across multiple parameters, from average roughness (Ra) and root mean square (Rq) to peak-to-valley height (Rz) and other statistical measures. With measuring ranges spanning 0.005µm to 200µm depending on the parameter, this profilometer handles everything from ultra-fine polished surfaces to rough as-cast or as-forged parts. Its 5µm diamond stylus with 90° angled tip ensures consistent contact and accurate trace data.
Field-Ready Portability and Ease of Use
Unlike bench-mounted roughness testers, the PCE-RT 2000 is engineered for the shop floor, laboratory, or field inspection site. Rechargeable Li-ion battery power eliminates the search for AC outlets, while the 15mm maximum driving distance allows quick measurement cycles. The micro USB interface connects to a PC for data export and advanced analysis. Whether clamped to a workpiece or handheld with the protective clamping device, the PCE-RT 2000 adapts to your workflow.
Features
- Nine roughness parameters: Ra, Rq, Rsm, Rsk, Rz, Rt, Rp, Rv, Rc
- Inductive measuring principle with 5µm diamond stylus (90° angled)
- Measurement accuracy <±10% and repeatability <6%
- Switchable display units: µm or µinch
- OLED screen for clear readability in any lighting
- Rechargeable Li-ion battery with micro USB charging
- Portable design with protective transport case and clamping device
- Compliant with ANSI B46.1 / ASME B46.1 (DIN EN ISO 4287) standards
- Included software for data analysis and documentation
- Calibration plate and roughness standard supplied for quality assurance
Measurement Capabilities by Parameter
The PCE-RT 2000 measures the full range of ISO-defined roughness parameters. Ra, Rq, and Rc parameters measure 0.005µm to 16µm; Rz, Rt, Rp, and Rv range from 0.02µm to 200µm; Rsm spans 5µm to 1000µm; and Rsk ranges from –1 to 1. Adjustable cut-off wavelengths (0.135mm/s at 0.25mm, 0.5mm/s at 0.8mm, 1mm/s at 2.5mm) allow fine-tuning of the measurement filter to match your surface profile requirements.
