EN 1043 — Hardness testing of welded joints (metallic materials)
EN 1043 is the European standard series for hardness testing on welded joints in metallic materials. To match this to your program, talk with our team.
What EN 1043 Covers
It is referenced when a fabrication, WPS/PQR program, or inspection plan calls for hardness mapping across the weld, heat-affected zone, and parent metal.
How the Test Is Run
Hardness indentations are placed along defined lines across the weld region on a prepared cross-section, and the hardness values are recorded and mapped.
Why It Matters
Hardness mapping reveals hard zones that risk cracking and confirms weld procedure control; a hardness tester and prepared metallographic sections are essential.
Reading the Designation
Cited as EN 1043 with its edition year. Confirm the edition and specimen or fixture requirements before finalizing setup. To configure a testing setup, request a quote.
TensileMill CNC products for EN 1043
Our specimen-preparation systems and testing equipment compatible with EN 1043.
TensileMill CNC MICRO – Precision Flat Tensile & Impact Micro Machine
MICRO – Precision Flat Tensile & Impact Sample Preparation
Bending Fixtures for Standard 3-Point Flexural Testing
Bending fixtures for standard 3-point flexural testing
Set up EN 1043 testing with TensileMill CNC
Tell us your materials, specimen forms, and required test sections, and our team will match the right configuration.