I'm looking for options to test "leaf toughness" and was wondering if this penetrometer could work for this purpose?

I would not recommend using this for leaf toughness analysis. This is for field testing/typing spoil (normally for excavation in the construction industry).

Will it work for fruits too?? and What´s the scale range? thanks

It would not be accurate with fruit because of the thickness and hardness of the skin. It could give you the hardness of the skin for whatever value that may be but would not tell you the ripeness of the flesh of the fruit.

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🌱 Measure soil strength like a pro—don’t let your data fall short!

LIGHTWEIGHT DURABLE - Anodized aluminum body offers robust performance without the bulk.
PORTABLE CONVENIENT - Comes with a plastic carrying case featuring belt loops for hands-free transport.
TRUSTED BY PROFESSIONALS - Engineered by Geotest, model E-280, designed for field-ready reliability.
EXTENDED REACH WITH FRICTION RING - Easily identify maximum penetration depth for reliable data capture.
PRECISION SOIL STRENGTH MEASUREMENT - Spring-loaded mechanism ensures accurate soil compression readings every time.

The Geotest E-280 Pocket Penetrometer is a spring-loaded, anodized aluminum tool designed to measure soil compression strength with precision. Featuring a friction ring to indicate maximum penetration depth, it’s lightweight (136g) and portable with a plastic carrying case equipped with belt loops, making it ideal for field professionals seeking reliable, on-the-go soil testing.

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ASIN	B004NEG5BW
Amazon Bestseller	#689,762 in DIY, Tools & Garden ( See Top 100 in DIY, Tools & Garden ) #431 in Soil Meters
Item model number	E-280
Manufacturer	Geotest
Package Dimensions	20.32 x 7.37 x 1.02 cm; 136.07 g

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