This document specifies the Vickers hardness test method for the three different ranges of test force for metallic materials including hardmetals and other cemented carbides (see Table 1) , metallic coatings and other inorganic coatings. Table 1 Ranges of test force Ranges of test force, F Hardness symbol Designation N F e" 49,03 e" HV 5 Vickers hardness test 1,961 d" F < 49,03 HV 0,2 to