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Solutions for Materials Preparation, Testing and Analysis Sectioning AbrasiMet | AbrasiMatic | IsoMet
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Welcome To Buehler
Buehler is a division of Illinois Tool Works (ITW), and is based in Lake Bluff, Illinois. ITW is a global, Fortune 200 company and global industrial manu-facturer of value-added consumables and specialty equipment with related service businesses. Buehler is a premier manufacturer of scientific equipment and supplies for use in materials analysis with offices in nine countries, sales distribution in over 100 countries, and over 45 Expert Solutions Centers.
Buehler was founded in 1936 by Swiss immigrant, Adolph I. Buehler, who saw a need for metallographic sample preparation equipment and optical inspection instruments for the steel and automotive industries in the Midwest USA. Eighty years later Buehler is well established as the world’s leading supplier of materials preparation and analysis instruments, equipment, consumable supplies and application solutions.
For more than 100 years Reicherter, Wolpert, Rockwell and Wilson have designed and manufactured innovative and unique hardness testers. Today Buehler continues in their path with new designs and technologies to meet growing demands. In 2011, Wilson Hardness was combined with Buehler to provide a more robust product offering.
Buehler employees and operations are committed to delivering quality and environmentally responsible products guided by ISO 9001 Quality Management Principles and ISO 14001 Environmental Managements Systems. Buehler innovates solutions and offers expert service and support throughout the materials preparation and analysis market.
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X-Axis
Y-Axis
Z-A
xis
Did You Know?SmartCut automatically lowers the cutter’s feed rate when the cutting motor reaches its maximum load to minimize sample damage.
SmartPulse activates the pulse action of the cutting arm. The arm will move downward for a short amount of time and then stop for the same amount of time in a cycle. This pause in cutting allows more coolant into the cutting area to minimize sample damage.
Wheel rotation and chop direction
Specimen preparation for microstructural examination involves a series of operations, the ease and success of each depends on the preceding step. The first cut impacts all subsequent steps and the impact can be quite detrimental if too much damage is induced during sectioning. In some cases, very large parts are initially cut with torch or plasma cutters, or band saws and then resectioned with abrasive or precision equipment. The proper equipment selection and technique will minimize the deformation. A key component in the sectioning technique is firm and stable vising of the part. If the vise is loose or clamped improperly, the cut may be stalled, the abrasive wheel damaged, or the part itself may undergo deformation.
SECTIONING TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Comparison Chart
AbrasiMet™ 250 AbrasiMatic™ 300 Delta (Medium) AbrasiMatic 450
Wheel Diameter 10in [254mm] 12in [305mm] 12in [305mm]14in [356mm] 18in [455mm]
Cut Types Chop ChopSawChopOrbital
ChopSaw, Planer
Manual Movement Z-axis X-axis*, Y-axis, Z-axis
Automated Movement Y-axis X-axis*, Z-axis X-axis, Y-axis, Z-axis
Maxium Part Size in Chamber
9 x 12 x 3.5in[229 x 305 x 89mm]
16 x 6 x 3.75in [406 x 152 x 95mm]
24 x 12 x 5.25in [609 x 305 x 133mm]
36 x 22 x 8in [914 x 559 x 203mm]
Cutting Capacity 3.5in [89mm] 2.75* x 6 x 3.75in [70 x 152 x 95mm]2.95* x 5.25in [75 x
133mm]24 x 12 x 6.75in [609 x
305 x 171mm]
*Optional Items
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Wheel Path
Sample
Chop Cutting with Pulsing Wheel contact still governed by sample size. The pulsing action pauses the feed rate in short intervals enabling coolant to wash away swarf and dissipate heat.
Chop Cutting The traditional form of machine operation. Wheel contact arc is governed by sample size. Generally a struggle with large/difficult parts.
Y-Feed Cut The abrasive wheel is stationary and the cut-ting table moves forward completing a one time cut into the sample. Wheel contact arc is governed by sample size.
Saw Cut The wheel contact arc can be precisely controlled via depth increment. The traverse stroke must always exceed the part length to avoid a change in wheel contact arc area. Machine needs to be set for each part.
Planer Cut The abrasive wheel lowers into the sample at an incremental rate before the cutting table moves in the forward motion. Wheel contact arc is determined by cut depth.
Orbital Similar in action to Saw Cut but on a curved path. Simpler and quicker in operation. Part size is irrelevant as the orbital action produces a minimum contact arc area during cutting.
CUTTING STYLE AND WHEEL PATH
Did You Know?
MACC (Minimal Area of Contact Cutting) offers advantages in comparison to the traditional chop cut. Orbital, Saw, and Planer cut types minimize the contact area between the abrasive wheel and sample allowing you to obtain a quality surface on large and difficult samples. Cooling efficiency is also increased resulting in a sample with little to no deformation.
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22.5in [571mm]
closed
32in [813mm]
open
29in[737mm]
28in[711mm]
Approx. Weight: 300 lbs [136kg]
24in [610mm]
41in [1041mm]hood open
27in[686mm]
34in[864mm]
Approx. Weight: 350 lbs [165kg]
AbrasiMet™ 250 Abrasive Cutter
• Manual operation, 4Hp• 10in [254mm] wheel capacity• 12mm T-Slot stainless steel bed• Includes mechanical brake
(Recirculating system and vising not included)
The most commonly used sectioning device in the microstructural analysis laboratory is the abrasive cutter. Selecting the correct wheel for a specific application, including abrasive type, size, bond strength and overall wheel thickness is essential to achieving a good cut. In addition, abrasive sectioning should be performed wet, with an ample flow of coolant that includes both corrosion protection and lubrication. Proper technique will minimize surface damage and provide adequate cutting rates. There are many different abrasive cutters, accessories and consumables available. When selecting an abrasive cutter, consider the sample size, volume of sectioning required and the variety of parts.
Accessories10-10106-000 PetroCut™ Vise Table and Rock Clamp Kit 10-10106-001 Rock Clamp Kit See page 7 for Vises with 12mm T-Nuts.
AbrasiMatic™ 300 Abrasive Cutter
• Manual or automatic operation, 5Hp• 12in [305mm] wheel capacity• 12mm T-Slot stainless steel bed• Optional X-axis motion• SmartCut™ feedback system included• Touchscreen (Includes SuperAlloy Abrasive Wheels. Recirculating System and vising not included)
Accessories00-10096 Protective Film for touchscreen See page 7 for Vises with 12mm T-Nuts.
ABRASIVE CUTTERS
Part Number Voltage/Frequency Compatible Recirculating System (not included)
10-10106-260 200-240VAC, 60Hz 10-2165-260
10-10106-460 440-480VAC, 60Hz 10-2165-460
10-10106-250 200-240VAC, 50Hz 10-2165-250
10-10106-400 380-400VAC, 50Hz 10-2165-400
Part Number Voltage/FrequencyCompatible Recirculating
System (not included)
Y &
Z-a
xis 10-2190-260 200-240VAC, 60Hz 10-2332-260
10-2190-460 440-480VAC, 60Hz 10-2332-460
10-2190-250 200-240VAC, 50Hz 10-2332-250
10-2190-400 380-400VAC, 50Hz 10-2332-400
X, Y
& Z
-axi
s 10-2193-260 200-240VAC, 60Hz 10-2332-260
10-2193-460 440-480VAC, 60Hz 10-2332-460
10-2193-250 200-240VAC, 50Hz 10-2332-250
10-2193-400 380-400VAC, 50Hz 10-2332-400
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32.5in [826mm]
63in[1600mm]
closedwith cabinet
73in[1854mm]
openwith cabinet
31in [787mm]
29in[736mm]
Approx. Weight: 800 lbs [365kg]
54in [1372mm]
51in [1295mm]
75.75in [1924mm]
closed
102in [2591mm]
open
Approx. Weight: 2600 lbs [1179kg]
Accessories10-2227 T-Slot Bed, X & Y-axis 10-2228 Base Cabinet, 1 door 10-2230 Premium Cabinet, 2 doors See page 7-8 for Vises with 12mm T-Nuts.
• Automatic operation• 12in [305mm] or 14in [356mm] wheel capacity• 12mm T-Slot black anodized aluminum bed• Includes electronic brake• SmartCut™ feedback system included on Orbital cutters• SmartPulse™ feedback system included on Chop cutters• Optional Serial Cutting Capability
(Transit frame, selection of abrasive wheels and 2 T-Slot beds included. Base cabinets, Recirculating System and vising not included)
Delta Orbital and Chop Cutter – Medium
Part Number
12in[305mm] 14in [356mm]
Voltage/Frequency/Hp Compatible Recirculating System (not included)
Orb
ital 10-2219B-260 200-240VAC, 60Hz, 7.5Hp 10-2332-260
10-2219B-460 440-480VAC, 60Hz, 7.5Hp 10-2332-460
10-2219B-400 380-415VAC, 50Hz, 7.5Hp 10-2332-400
Ch
op
10-2216B-260 200-240VAC, 60Hz, 7.5Hp 10-2332-260
10-2216B-460 440-480VAC, 60Hz, 7.5Hp 10-2332-460
10-2216B-400 380-415VAC, 50Hz, 7.5Hp 10-2332-400
AbrasiMatic™ 450
• Automatic operation, 15Hp• 18in [455mm] wheel capacity• 12mm T-Slot black anodized aluminum bed• Four different cut types: Chop, Saw, Planer, and Y-Feed• 36 W x 22 D x 8in H [914 x 558 x 203mm] maximum part size• 24 W x 12 D x 6.75in H [609 x 305 x 171mm] maximum cutting
capacity• SmartCut and SmartPulse Feedback system included
(Recirculating tank and T-slot tables included. Vising and mist extractor not included.)
Accessories10-30000 Mist Extractor to remove mist, oil,
and smoke from machinery See page 7 for Vises with 12mm T-Nuts.
Part Number Voltage/Frequency
10-10050-250 210-250VAC, 50Hz
10-10050-450 380-420VAC, 50Hz
10-10050-260 200-240VAC, 60Hz
10-10050-460 440-480VAC, 60Hz
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ABRASIVE CUTTERS
Large Vises with 12 T-Nuts
46-0030
Chain Clamping Vise
10-3523
Speed Vise Kit, large
10-3528
Riser Block Kit, large for Speed Vise Kit
10-3526
Horizontal Clamp for Speed Vise
10-3527
Vee Block Clamp Kit
10-3525
Adjustable Vee Blocks
12mm T-Nuts fit AbrasiMet 250, AbrasiMatic 300, Delta Family and AbrasiMatic 450.
10-3531 10-3540 (left) 10-3541 (right)
95-C1702 Must be held by another vise such as MetKlamp™
95-C1821 (left) shown 95-C1822 (right) shown
10-10106-000 PetroCut Vise Table and Rock Clamp Kit
10-10106-001 Rock Clamp Kit
10-3532 for 10-3531
12mm T-Nuts fit AbrasiMet™ 250, AbrasiMatic™, Delta Family 300 and AbrasiMatic 450.
Vises with 12mm T-Nuts
Speed Vise Kit, small Riser Block Kit, small for Speed Vise Kit
Fastener Vise
MetKlamp VII Cam-Lock Vise PetroCut™ Vise Table & Rock Clamp Kitfor use with AbrasiMet™ 250
10-3546 (left) 10-3547 (right)
Speed Clamping Vise
10-3570
Universal Clamping Kit
10-3542 (left) 10-3543 (right)
Sliding Vise
10-3544 (left) 10-3545 (right)
Medium Speed Clamping Vise
Medium Sliding Vise Kit
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IONING
10-2165-260 [200-240VAC, 60Hz]10-2165-460 [440-480VAC, 60Hz]10-2165-250 [200-240VAC, 50Hz]10-2165-400 [380-400VAC, 50Hz]
(for AbrasiMatic™ 250)
10-2332-260 [200-240VAC, 60Hz]10-2332-460 [440-480VAC, 60Hz]10-2332-250 [200-240VAC, 50Hz]10-2332-400 [380-400VAC, 50Hz]
(for AbrasiMatic 300 and Delta Orbital & Chop cutters)
10-30002 23.7gal [90ℓ] Recirculating tank for AbrasiMatic 450
560023 60ℓ with filter for AbrasiMet 250 102431400 160ℓ with sloped filter for AbrasiMatic 300 560024 160ℓ for Delta Series 23xx
80-10001 For Preparation Equipment; 36 W x 30 D x 36in H [910 W x 760 D x 910mm H]
10-2342-400 Fume Extractor 10-2342-030 Smoke Filter Kit for Fume Extractor 10-2342-031 Fume Filter Kit for Fume Extractor 10-2342-032 Wall Vent Kit for Fume Extractor
10-2333-260 [200-220VAC, 60Hz]10-2333-460 [440-480VAC, 60Hz]10-2333-400 [380-400VAC, 50Hz]
(for Delta Orbital & Chop cutters)
Filter Conveyor Swarf Removal System Recirculating System 7 gal [27ℓ] Recirculating System 22 gal [90ℓ]
Recirculating System
Base Cabinet
Fume Extractor
Recirculating Systems & Fume Extractors
Vises with 14mm T-Nuts14mm T-Nuts fit Delta™ Manual and Delta Orbital and Chop Cutters only.
80-10001 Cabinet Table
10-2245 (left) 10-2246 (right)
MetKlamp™ VII Cam-Lock Vise
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200
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
1,000
1,100
1,200
15
30
40
50
60
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Effects of Evaporation on Water Hardness
Tota
l Min
eral
Co
nce
ntr
atio
n (
pp
m)
Har
dn
ess
(gp
g)
Time (days)
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
B
A
NormalPlantWater
ABCDEFGHI
JKL
ABCDEFGHI
JKL
ABCDEFGHI
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VWXYZ
BDFHIKL
AVOWEXQY
JZ
ChemicallyPure
Water
Desiredformula with
no stickyresidue
Water E�ects
CoolantConcentrate Water
(Plant WaterWith Minerals)
(Plant WaterNo Minerals)
MixedSolutions
StickyResidue
Issue Possible Cause Suggested Remedy
Burning (bluish discoloration)
Overheated specimen Increase coolant flow rateReduce cutting pressureSelect a wheel with softer bonding (faster breakdown)
Rapid wheel wear Wheel bonding breaks down too rapidly Select a wheel with harder bondingReduce cutting pressure
Frequent wheel breakage
Uneven coolant distribution Adjust coolant flow to be even on both sides of the wheel
Loose specimen fixturing Clamp the specimen more securely
Abrupt contact with specimen Start cut contact carefully
Wheel was previously cracked at start up Handle carefully
Resistance to cutting Slow wheel bond breakdown
• Select a wheel with softer bonding• Use a “pulse” cutting mode• Use cutter with orbital motion or with Minimal Area of
Contact Cutting* (MACC) ability
Stalled wheels
Inadequate cutter capacity• Use cutter with greater horsepower• Reduce pressure or feed rate• Use with cutter orbital motion or with MACC ability
Pinched blade due to movement of specimen
Tighten the vise on one side less than on the other side
*Minimal Area of Contact Cutting as on the Delta™ Orbital Abrasive Cutter
Abrasive Cutting Troubleshooting Guide
Abrasive Cutter Consumables
10-6001 33.8oz [1ℓ] 10-6004 1gal [4ℓ] 10-6010 2.6gal [10ℓ]
Water miscible fluid concentrate. Dilute coolant to 1:25 to 2:25, with water.
Cool 3 Fluid
Coolant Care: Maintaining Your Recirculating System
As water in the coolant tank evaporates, the remaining water becomes harder, reducing the effectiveness of the coolant. This graph shows that the hardness of the water will double in only ten days. This can be eliminated by using distilled or other chemically pure water.
In this illustration, the elements of the coolant (represented by A-L) combine with the minerals in hard water (represented by V-Z), resulting in reduced coolant effiecency and a sticky residue. When mixed with chemically pure water, the coolant formula remains intact and performs as designed.
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2301
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mm
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29mm
& 23
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for
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amplM
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250m
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54mm
for
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20, A
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Abras
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2000
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00400
mm fo
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Powe
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5000,
Cuto
75
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Diamond and CBN Blades for Abrasive Cutters, 32mm Arbor (qty 1)[Part Number / Blade Thickness]
Recommended UseBlade Type
General Use Diamond 114608E1.2mm
1146101.3mm
Hard Materials Diamond 114808E1.2mm
114810E1.2mm
1030561.4mm
114814E1.5mm
1040562mm
Ceramic and Petrographic samples
Diamond 114709E*1.2mm
114710E1.2mm
1030532.2mm
114714E1.5mm
Plastics and Polymers Diamond 1025571.25mm
General use, hardened steel, HRC55 and Up
CBN 1020501.3mm
1025511.2mm
1030511.9mm
1035512mm
1040501.7mm
1045562mm
* 230mm Ø
200m
m fo
r
Cuto
10,
Sam
plM
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250m
m f
or C
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20, A
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iMet
™ &
Abr
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™ Fam
ilies
300m
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r Abr
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300,
Pow
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Cuto
35
350m
m fo
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2000
, Del
ta™ F
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Cuto
75A
400m
m fo
r Del
ta F
amily
,
Cuto
75A
450m
m fo
r Del
ta
Fam
ily
PRECISION CUTTERS
When sectioning small, delicate, or extremely hard materials, precision cutters are a must. These cutters primarily use thin, metal bonded diamond wafering blades which allow for more precise cuts, less material (kerf) loss and less induced deformation. Very thin abrasive wheels can also be used on larger models. Blade selection is based on the material type. The goal is to find a blade that will create the best surface finish while providing a suitable cut time for the operator. In order to have optimum cut times and minimal deformation, it is essential to use ample coolant. This will provide adequate coolant to keep the sample and blade cool, remove any debris from the cutting area and enable the abrasive to provide the best cutting action.
IsoMet™ Low Speed IsoMet 1000 IsoMet 4000 IsoMet 5000
PetroThin™ Thin Sectioning System
Maximum Wheel Diameter
5in [127mm] 7in [178mm] 8in [203mm] 8in [203mm] 8in [203mm]
Controls Manual Manual Manual Manual or Auto Manual
Cut Style Gravity Fed Gravity FedAuto Feed or SmartCut™
Auto Feed, SmartCut Grinding
Thin Sectioning
Sample Movement
Z-axis Z-axis X-axis X-axis X-axis, Z-axis
Wheel Movement
Y-axis Y-axis
Maximum Cutting Capacity*
1.77in [45mm] 2.5in [64mm]3in [76mm]; 2 x 6.5 x 1in
[51 x 165 x 25mm]
3in [76mm]; 2 x 6.5 x 1in
[51 x 165 x 25mm]
Petrographic Glass Slides: 1.06 x 1.81in
[27x46mm] or 3 x 1in [76.2 x 25.4mm]
*Maximum cutting capacity assumes largest size blade with smallest flange.
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22.5in [571mm]
12in[305mm]
10.5in[267mm]
Approx. Weight: 25 lbs [11.3kg]
12in [305mm]
closed
24.5in [622mm]
open
20.25in [514mm]
15.5in[394mm]
Approx. Weight: 56 lbs [25kg]
• Compact cutter uses gravity feed system to provide constant feed rate
• Produces minimum deformation• ±5µm or ±0.0001in positioning via manual micrometer• 0.02Hp motor• 0-300rpm
(Includes 4in [102mm] IsoMet Blade for general sectioning, assorted weights, dressing stick, IsoCut™ Fluid, flanges and the following chucks: single saddle, irregular specimen and wafer)
IsoMet™ Low Speed Cutter
Part Number Voltage/Frequency
11-1280-160* 115VAC, 50/60Hz
11-1280-250† 230VAC, 50/60Hz
11-1280-170† 115VAC, 50-60Hz* Micrometer in inches† Micrometer in millimeters
• Simple to operate, gravity fed membrane panel controls• Rotating vise for larger samples• Optional table saw attachment• 0.17Hp motor• 100-975rpm
(Includes 6in [152mm] IsoMet Blade for sectioning electronic substrates, assorted weights, dressing stick, Cool 2 Fluid, flanges and the following chucks: single saddle, irregular specimen and wafer)
Part Number Voltage/Frequency
11-2180 85-264VAC, 50/60Hz
IsoMet 1000
Did You Know?Many of the vises for abrasive cutting can also be used on the IsoMet 4000 and 5000 Precision Cutters by adding an 8mm T-Nut (part number 2680S249). See pages 7-8 for vise selections.
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IsoMet™ Low Speed Cutter Accessories
11-1181
Swivels to position specimen cutting surface perpendicular to blade (replaces support arm provided with cutter)
Securely holds specimen up to 0.875in [22mm] from 2 points
Holds specimens up to 0.75in [19mm] in diameter
Securely holds end of a bar tube up to 2in [50mm] long and 0.5in [13mm] in diameter
Holds specimens mounted to glass slides to chuck to chuck with vacuum force
Adjusts to hold irregular shaped specimens up to 1in [25mm] in diameter
Aluminum chuck holds mounted samples
Use mounting wax, 40-8150 or 40-8145 (pg. 34) to glue specimens to wafer chuck. 1.125 x 2in [29 x 51mm]
Swivel Arm Assembly
Ideal for clamping bone, plastics, or other semi-rigid solids up to 1.5in [32mm] in diameter
11-1194
Small Bone Chuck
Rotates specimen along 3 axes
11-2381
Goniometer
Enables blade dressing without removing the sample fixture
11-1196
Manual Feed Control Dressing Chuck
Prevents lubricant from splashing out of saw
11-1199
Splash Guard Kit
IsoMet Low Speed Cutter & 1000 Accessories
11-1183 11-1184 11-1185
11-1186 11-1187 11-1188 27 x 46mm 11-1189 1-1.25in [25-32mm]
Small, Double Saddle Chuck Bar & Tube Chuck Irregular Specimen Chuck
Wafer Chuck Single Saddle Chuck Vacuum Chuck for Glass Slides
Mount Chuck
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IsoMet™ 1000 Accessories
11-2181 11-2182 11-2183 11-2184
11-2486 1.75 x 2.5in [44 x 64mm]
11-2185 11-2482
11-2487
11-2186 11-2483
11-2484
11-2489 1.5in [40mm]
Rotating Chuck Assembly Table Saw Attachment 800 gram Weight Set Swivel Arm Accessory
Wafer Chuck
Goniometer Fastener Chuck
Medium, Single Saddle Chuck
Table Saw Splash Guard Large, Double Saddle Chuck
11-2488
Glass Slide ChuckGlass Slide Chuck
Mount Chuck
Rotates specimen chuck to increase the maximum cutting depth of the blade
Rotates specimen along 3 axes Securely holds specimen up to 1.5in [38mm] from 2 points
Transforms gravity fed IsoMet 1000 into convenient table saw
Catches splashing lubricant when used in conjunction with the Table Saw Attachement (11-2182)
Holds 27 x 46mm, 1 x 2in, or 1 x 3in glass slides
Holds 2 x 3in glass slides
Holds mounted samples
Additional weights for gravity fed saws
Use mounting wax (40-8150) to glue specimens to wafer chuck
Swivels to position specimen cutting surface perpendicular to blade (replaces provided support arm)
Holds specimen up to 2in [50mm] for longitudinal sectioning
Holds up to 1in [25mm] specimen
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13.25in [337mm]
closed
30.5in [775mm]
open
29.5in [750mm]
21.5in[544mm]
Approx. Weight: 130 lbs [56kg]
• Simple to operate, automatic precision cutter• SmartCut™ adjusts feed rate to eliminate damage to system or sample• Rotating vise for larger samples• IsoMet 5000 includes cup grinding capabilities, 35 preprogrammed
and 20 customizable methods• Compatible with external recirculating system• 1.25Hp motor
(Includes 7in [178mm] IsoCut™ Blade for sectioning ferrous alloys and superalloys, 7in abrasive wheels, T-slot table, automatic dressing system, dressing stick, Cool 2 Fluid, 1 set of flanges and the following chucks: irregular specimen, single saddle and 1.25in [32mm] round specimen)
IsoMet 4000 & 5000 Accessories
11-2682 11-2683 11-2684 1.25in [32mm] 11-2685 1.5in [38mm]
11-2686
11-2687 11-2691
Double Saddle Chuck Single Saddle Chuck Mount Chuck Irregular Specimen Chuck
Fastener Chuck Sliding Vise
IsoMet™ 4000 and 5000
IsoMet 4000 Voltage/Frequency
11-2680 with internal recirculation system 85-264VAC, 50/60Hz
11-2675 with external recirculation system 85-264VAC, 50/60Hz
IsoMet 5000 Voltage/Frequency
11-2780 with internal recirculation system 85-264VAC, 50/60Hz
11-2775 with external recirculation system 85-264VAC, 50/60Hz
11-2494
Large Bone Chuck
11-2285
Large, Single Saddle Chuck
Securely holds specimens up to 0.875in [22mm] from 2 points
Holds specimens up to 2in [50mm] for longitudinal sectioning
Holds specimens up to 0.875in [22mm] in diameter
Attaches to T-slot table and holds specimens up to 2.5in [65mm]
Ideal for clamping bone, plastics, or other semi-rigid specimens up to 2in [50mm] in diameter
Holds specimens up to 2in [50mm] from 2 points
Stainless steel chuck holds mounted samples
Adjusts to hold irregular shaped specimens up to 1in [25mm] in diameter
PRECISION CUTTERS
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IsoMet™ 4000 & 5000 Accessories
11-2695
11-2699 11-2698 11-2701 11-2702
11-2703
Rotating Vise
11-2696
Automatic Dressing System
Precision Positioning System, 1μm
Sliding Vise
Angle Vise T-slot Y-axis bed T-slot X-axis bed
11-2692
Slotted Vise
Adjusts in vertical direction to enable operator to cut a slot at a constant depth
Rotates specimen chuck to increase the maximum cutting depth of the blade
Dresses blade prior to and during operation to optimize sectioning conditions
Precisely holds specimen for cutting at an angle with the chuck rotating left and right
For manual sample positioning via precision micrometer
Additional T-slot for positioning vises
Additional T-slot for positioning vises
6in [152mm] maximum opening, use requires flange to be 2in [50mm] or less
11-2706
Vise for solar cells or delicate flat parts
160 W x 160 D x 2mm capacity
Rotates specimen along 3 axes
11-2693
Goniometer
460022
Small Speed Vise
Clamps specimens up to 58mm in height
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15in [381mm]
16in [406mm]
20in[508mm]
11-2688 3in [76mm] 11-2689 4in [102mm] 11-2690 5in [127mm] 11-2697 6in [152mm]
11-1190 3 x 0.5 x 0.5in [76 x 13 x 13mm] for 20HC, 15HC,
20LC, 15LC, CBN LC and CBN HC precision blades
11-2490 3 x 1 x 1in [76 x 25 x 25mm] for 20HC, 15HC, 20LC,
15LC, CBN LC a nd CBN HC precision blades
11-1290 SO 3 x 0.5 x 0.5in [76 x 13 x 13mm] for 10LC and 5LC
precision blades
SO - Special Order. Items may have long lead times and minimum orders.
11-1192 1.38in [35mm] 11-1191 1.75in [44mm] 11-2679 2.5in [64mm] 11-2282 3in [76mm] 11-2283 4in [102mm] 11-2284 5in [127mm]
11-2496
Aluminum Flange Set Stainless Steel Flange Set
Dressing SticksChuck Padding
IsoMet™ 4000 & 5000 Accessories
11-2711 11-2694-160 [115VAC, 50/60Hz] 11-2694-250 [230VAC, 50/60Hz]
External Recirculating System Kit Precision Table
Increases cutting fluid capacity to 7gal [26.5ℓ] at 1.25gal/min [4.7ℓ/min]
Precisely aligns specimen forward, backward, up and down
Tips, Tricks & Techniques:For the best performance from your Precision Cutter System:
• Always tightly clamp your sample• Use double saddle chucks for long parts such as rods• Do not hand dress blades• Mount spheres, unusual shapes and friable materials• Use the largest flange for your blade and specimen• Soft, gummy materials can build up on the blade during the
cut
IsoMet Precision Cutter Accessories
18
Rec
om
men
ded
Use
3in
[76
mm
]4i
n [
102m
m]
5in
[12
7mm
]6i
n [
152m
m]
7in
[17
8mm
]8i
n [
203m
m]
Dre
ssin
g
Stic
k*
Use
with
Saw
sBe
st o
n Is
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Lo
w S
peed
Cut
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or 4
000/
5000
w
ith P
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All
All
1000
2000
4000
50
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1000
2000
4000
50
00
2000
4000
50
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IsoM
et 3
0HC
- P
olym
ers
Rubb
er,
Soft
Gum
my
Mat
eria
ls11
-423
90.
030i
n [0
.76m
m]
11-4
241
0.03
in [0
.76m
m]
11-4
242
SO
0.03
5in
[0.9
mm
], Bl
ade
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IsoM
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Met
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11-4
215
0.02
0in
[0.5
mm
]11
-423
70.
025i
n [0
.6m
m]
11-4
238
0.03
5in
[0.9
mm
]11
-119
0 11
-249
0
IsoM
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Mat
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Com
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CBs
, Bon
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C11
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30.
006i
n [0
.15m
m]
11-4
244
0.01
2in
[0.3
mm
]11
-424
50.
015i
n [0
.4m
m]
11-4
246
0.02
in [0
.5m
m]
11-4
247
0.02
5in
[0.6
mm
]11
-424
80.
035i
n [0
.9m
m]
11-1
190
11-2
490
IsoM
et 2
0LC
- H
ard
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ater
ials
, St
ruct
ural
Cer
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s11
-422
50.
02in
[0.5
mm
]11
-422
70.
025i
n [0
.6m
m]
11-4
228
0.03
5in
[0.9
mm
]11
-119
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0
IsoM
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- H
ard
Britt
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ater
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, G
lass
, Al 2O
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r 2O
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oncr
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11-4
253
0.00
6in
[0.1
5mm
]11
-425
40.
012i
n [0
.3m
m]
11-4
255
0.01
5in
[0.4
mm
]11
-427
6 0
.02i
n [0
.5m
m]
11-4
277
0.02
5in
[0.6
mm
]11
-427
9 0.
045i
n [1
.1m
m]
11-1
190
11-2
490
IsoM
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- M
ediu
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Cer
amic
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lass
Fib
er R
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site
s
11-4
283
0.00
6in
[0.1
5mm
]11
-428
5 0.
015i
n [0
.4m
m]
11-4
287
0.0
2in
[0.5
mm
]11
-428
8 SO
0.
045i
n [1
.1m
m]
11-1
290
SO
IsoM
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LC -
Sof
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11-4
293
0.00
6in
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]11
-429
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015i
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m]
11-1
290
SO
IsoC
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LC
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i bas
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allo
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allo
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30.
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.15m
m]
11-4
264
0.01
2in
[0.3
mm
]11
-426
50.
015i
n [0
.4m
m]
11-4
266
0.02
in [0
.5m
m]
11-4
267
0.02
5in
[0.6
mm
]11
-426
80.
035i
n [0
.9m
m]
11-1
190
11-2
490
IsoC
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BN H
C -
Fe,
Co,
Ni b
ased
al
loys
and
sup
eral
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11-5
264
0.01
2in
[0.3
mm
]11
-526
50.
015i
n [0
.4m
m]
11-5
266
0.02
in [0
.5m
m]
11-5
267
0.02
5in
[0.6
mm
]11
-526
80.
035i
n [0
.9m
m]
11-1
190
11-2
490
Cup
Grin
der
for
Ferr
ous
Mat
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oMet
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ly)
11-2
720
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Cup
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-Fer
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-273
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Grin
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11-2
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SO -
Spe
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how
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Stic
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PREC
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s]
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AcuThin™ Abrasive Wheels for IsoMet™ 2000, 4000 and 5000 Precision Cutters, 0.5in [12.7mm] Arbor (qty 10)
Recommended Use 5in [127mm] 7in [178mm] 150mm* 200mm*
Tool Steel, hard steel,HRC45 & Up
10-4060-0100.019in [0.48mm]
Medium hard, soft steel,HRC45 & Below
10-4061-0100.019in [0.48mm]
Steel, Stainless Steel 11-4207-0100.030in [0.76mm]
Hard, soft non-ferrous materials
11-4217-0100.030in [0.76mm]
Soft materials 1015200.50mm
1020200.50mm
Tough materials and general use
1015998E1mm
1020998E1.5mm
[Part Number / Blade Thickness]
Precision Cutter Consumables
11-1193-032 1qt [0.95ℓ]11-1193-128 1gal [3.8ℓ]
109004 5kg 109006 1ℓ
109003 60mℓ
Oil based coolant only for use with the IsoMet Low Speed Saw or any saw with a maxium speed of 500rpm
Cleaner for recirculating systems Additive to prevent galvanic corrosion when cutting Cu and Cu-alloys
Clear paste for keeping cutter windows clear
IsoCut™ Fluid
ReciClean™ AddiCool™
Glossy
10-6001 33.8oz [1ℓ] 10-6004 1gal [4ℓ] 10-6010 2.6gal [10ℓ]
Water miscible fluid concentrate. Dilute coolant to 1:25 to 2:25, with water.
Cool 3 Fluid
20
Approx. Weight: 94 lbs [43kg]
23.5in[597mm]
35.625in[905mm]
with door open
19in[483mm]
16in[406mm]
• Resections and grinds material within ±5µm• Single spindle design ensures parallelism of sample edges by
eliminating the need to remove glass slide between steps
Part Number Voltage/Frequency
38-1450-160 115VAC, 60Hz
38-1450-250 220VAC, 50Hz
PetroThin™ Thin Sectioning System
Consumables
Part Number Description
11-4278 Continuous Rim Diamond Blade8 x 0.045 x 1in [203 x 1 x 25mm]
11-4280Continuous Rim Cubic Boron Nitride Blade8 x 0.055 x 1in [203 x 1 x 25mm] (recommended for cutting ferrous metals)
40-4508 Diamond Cup Grinding Wheel8 x 0.25 x 1in [203 x 6 x 25mm]
40-4510 Dressing Stick0.5 x 0.5 x 4in [13 x 13 x 102mm]
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