Handheld Surface Analyst 3001 HZE | Brighton Science

Verify Surface Quality, From the Depot to the Field

The Surface Analyst 3001 HZE is a field-ready, handheld instrument that delivers real-time, quantitative surface quality assessments using water contact angle measurement. Designed for demanding environments, including military production, maintenance, and repair operations, it provides a reliable method for verifying cleanliness and surface condition without destructive testing or visual guesswork.

Powered by Brighton Science’s patented Ballistic Deposition technology, it delivers quantitative, non-destructive measurements in under two seconds, eliminating the guesswork of outdated methods like dyne ink and water break tests.

Solve Problems. Optimize Processes. Deliver Results.

Verify surface cleanliness prior to bonding, coating, sealing, or repair
Support maintenance and rework decisions with objective surface data
Perform inspections on complex geometries and in any orientation
Reduce rework and failure risk in safety-critical applications

The Surface Analyst puts reliable surface quality data at your fingertips, helping you work smarter, move faster, and build with confidence.

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Surface Analyst 3001 HZE Product Features

Built For Hazardous & Regulated Environments
Top-Down, Non-Destructive Measurement
Real-Time Pass/Fail Feedback
Dynamic Detection & Wetting Analytics

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Engineered for durability, repeatability, and real-world environments.

The 3001 HZE is engineered specifically for environments where safety, compliance, and reliability are non-negotiable. From intrinsically safe components to orientation-independent measurements, every element is designed to support accurate surface inspection without compromising operational requirements.

Certified for NEC Class I Div 2 and IECEx Zone 2 environments
Intrinsically safe design with dissipative materials
Glove-compatible touchscreen and single-button operation
Smallest measurement head ever, enabling reliable surface inspection in tight, confined spaces
Non-destructive, water-based inspection method

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Measure real parts in any orientation, without altering or damaging the surface.

The Surface Analyst uses a top-down measurement approach, allowing manufacturers to test real parts in any orientation, without altering or destroying the material. Unlike dyne inks and water break tests, this method provides objective, precise results without contamination or damage.

Measure on real parts including curved, vertical, and hard-to-reach surfaces.
Eliminate destructive testing, reducing waste and preserving materials.
Get instant, lab-grade results directly no matter where.

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Instant, on-screen results for quick and confident surface readiness decisions.

The interactive display and onboard intelligence provide immediate pass/fail results, ensuring operators can quickly assess surface readiness before critical adhesion, coating, or sealing steps.

On-screen guidance simplifies testing and ensures consistent results.
Instant pass/fail notifications reduce errors and improve process control.
No lab expertise required—any operator can perform reliable surface tests.

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Brighton Science’s patented technology delivers deeper surface insights.

Built on Brighton Science’s patented Ballistic Deposition™ technology, the Surface Analyst precisely forms and analyzes liquid droplets, capturing detailed wetting analytics that provide deeper insights into surface quality.

Ballistic Deposition ensures precise, repeatable droplet formation.
Analyze how surfaces interact with liquids to uncover hidden contaminants.
Generate high-resolution surface insights for process optimization.

Apply Surface Intelligence Throughout Hazardous & Regulated Environments

From Controlled Facilities to Field Operations

Reduce risk support mission-critical outcomes by leveraging Surface Intelligence data to VERIFY, PREVENT, and CONTROL surface conditions in environments where standard inspection tools are restricted. The Surface Analyst 3001 HZE enables confident surface verifications across production, maintenance, and repair workflows, without compromising safety, compliance, or operational readiness.