2012 International Buyer's Guide: Materials Preparation and Analysis Consumables Equipment and Accessories

2012
International Buyer’s Guide

Materials Preparation and Analysis
Consumables
Equipment and Accessories
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Contents
Sectioning
1. Cut-off Wheels for Precision Cutters ...................................................................................................... 8
1.1. Abrasive Cut-off Wheels for Precision Cutters ........................................................................................ 8
1.2. Diamond Wafering Blades for Precision Cutters ...................................................................................... 8
1.3. IsoCut-CBN-Wafering Blades for Precision Cutters .................................................................................. 9
1.4. Grinding Cups for IsoMet 5000 ............................................................................................................ 16
2. Cut-off Wheels for Abrasive Cutters ..................................................................................................... 11
2.1. Abrasive Cut-off Wheels ...................................................................................................................... 11
2.2. AcuThin Cut-off Wheels ....................................................................................................................... 13
2.3. Orbital Cut-off Wheels ......................................................................................................................... 14
2.4. Diamond and CBN Cut-off Blades Ø 200 mm to 450 mm .................................................................... 15
2.5. Diamond Cut-off Blades for Lapro Slab Saw and TrimSaws ................................................................... 15
2.6. Sectioning Accessories ......................................................................................................................... 16
2.7. Accessories for PetroThin ..................................................................................................................... 16
Mounting
3. Compression Mounting ........................................................................................................................ 17
3.1 Compression Mounting Compounds .................................................................................................... 18
3.2. Premoulds ............................................................................................................................................ 18
4. Castable (Cold) Mounting Compounds ................................................................................................................19
4.1. Acrylics ................................................................................................................................................ 19
4.2. Epoxies ................................................................................................................................................ 20
4.3. Castable (Cold) Mounting Moulds ........................................................................................................ 22
4.4. Filler and Contrast Materials for Cold Mounting ................................................................................... 23
4.5. Accessories for Cold and Hot Mounts................................................................................................... 23
4.6. Electroless Nickel for Coating ............................................................................................................... 23
Grinding and Polishing

5. MagnoSys Magnetic Systems and Apex Products.................................................................................. 24
5.1.- 3. MagnoPad, MagnoMet, MagnoFix ....................................................................................................... 25
5.4.- 5. ApexB & M .......................................................................................................................................... 25
5.6.- 7. ApexHercules Discs .............................................................................................................................. 25
5.8. ApexCGD Coarse Diamond Grinding Discs ........................................................................................... 26
5.9.-12. ApexDGD Diamond Grinding Discs....................................................................................................... 26
6. Grinding, Polishing and Lapping ........................................................................................................... 29
6.1. PlanarMet Planar Grinding Disc ............................................................................................................ 29
6.2. ZirMet Abrasive Discs ........................................................................................................................... 29
6.3. UltraPrep Diamond Grinding Discs........................................................................................................ 29
6.4. BuehlerMet Silicon Carbide-Abrasive papers, CarbiMet 2 Silicon Carbide-Papers .................................. 30
6.5. Abrasive Belts, Sheets and Rolls ............................................................................................................ 35
6.6. Abrasive Powders, Silicon Carbide and Alumina ................................................................................... 36
7. Diamond Polishing Compounds ........................................................................................................... 37
7.1. MetaDi Supreme Diamond Suspension, polycrystalline ......................................................................... 37
7.2. MetaDi Supreme Diamond Suspension, polycrystalline, dye free ........................................................... 37
7.3. MetaDi Diamond Suspension, monocrystalline ..................................................................................... 38
7.4. MetaDi Combo Diamond Suspension plus extender, monocrystalline ................................................... 38
7.5. MetaDi Diamond Suspension, monocrystalline, oil based ...................................................................... 38
7.6. MetaDi Diamond Paste with natural diamonds ..................................................................................... 39
7.7. MetaDi Supreme Diamond Paste, polycrystalline................................................................................... 39
7.8. MetaDi II Diamond Paste with synthetic diamonds ................................................................................ 39
7.9. Polishing Extenders .............................................................................................................................. 39
8. Final Polishing Powders and Suspensions .............................................................................................. 40
9. Polishing Cloths ................................................................................................................................... 42
10. Consumables for MiniMet .................................................................................................................... 44
11. Consumables for Field Metallography................................................................................................... 45
12. Fibreoptics and Microelectronics ........................................................................................................... 46
12.1. FibrMet Abrasive Discs ......................................................................................................................... 46
12.2. UltraPrep Diamond Grinding Films........................................................................................................ 47
Various Consumables and Accessories

13.1. Cleaning and Etching ........................................................................................................................... 48
13.2. Ultrasonic Cleaning Solutions ............................................................................................................... 48
13.3. Bonding Materials ................................................................................................................................ 48
13.4. Storing ................................................................................................................................................. 49
13.5. Accessories for Microscopy ................................................................................................................... 49
13.6. Books and Educational Material ........................................................................................................... 49
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1. Cut-off Wheels for Precision Cutters
Precision saws are commonly used in metallographic preparation to section
materials that are small, delicate, friable, extremely hard, where the cut must be
made as close as possible to a feature of interest, or where the cut width and
material loss must be minimal. Blades for the precision saws are much thinner
than the abrasive wheels and the load applied during cutting is much less.
1.1. Abrasive Cut-off Wheels with Ø12.7 mm arbor

IsoMet 2000, IsoMet 4000 and 5000 etc.
AcuThin Blades, extra thin

127x0.48x12.7mm R/Al2O3 > HRC 45 10-4060-010 10 101.00
127x0.48x12.7mm R/Al2O3 < HRC 45 10-4061-010 10 101.00
Abrasive cut-off wheels

178x0.76x12.7mm R/Al2O3 Steel, etc. 11-4207-010 10 119.00
178x0.76x12.7mm R/SiC Non Ferrous materials 11-4217-010 10 119.00
Abrasive cut-off wheels, for soft materials, fine-grained

150x0.50x12.7mm Alumina fine grained 101520 10 77.00
200x0.50x12.7mm Alumina fine grained 102020 10 102.00
Abrasive cut-off wheels, for tough materials and general use, coarse-grained
150x1.0x12.7mm Alumina coarse grained 1015998E 10 101.00
200x1.5x12.7mm Alumina coarse grained 1020998E 10 169.00
1.2. Diamond Wafering Blades with Ø 12.7 mm arbor

For all Precision Saws of the IsoMet-Series etc.
High Quality Wafering Blades for aggressive general sectioning of ferrous and non-ferrous materials
127x0.40x12.7mm Series 20 HC metal bonded 11-4215 1 351.00
High Quality Wafering Blades for routine use, metal matrix composites, PC boards, bone, titanium, thermal
spray coatings
High Quality Wafering Blades for use with hard and brittle materials, structural ceramics, glass,
electronic substrates, alumina, zirconia, concrete
76x0.20x12.7mm Series 15 LC metal bonded 11-10067 1 250.00
High Quality Wafering Blades for use with medium to soft ceramics, electronic components,
electronic packages, GaAs, AIN, glass fibre reinforced composites
High Quality Wafering Blades for use with hard tough materials, structural ceramics, boron nitride,
silicon nitride
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1.2. Buehler Diamond Wafering Blades with Ø 12.7 mm arbor (continued)
High Quality Wafering Blades for use with soft friable ceramics, composites with fine reinforcing media, etc
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High Quality Wafering Blades for use with polymers, rubber and other soft gummy materials
1.3. IsoCut CBN-Wafering Blades with Ø 12.7 mm arbor

For all Precision Saws of the IsoMet-Series etc.
The IsoCut family of wafering blades was specifically developed to section ferrous materials, nickel, cobalt, lead-based alloys
and super alloys. These thin blades (<1 mm thick) provide precise sectioning capability on difficult to cut samples.
The special formulation of bonded cubic boron nitride on IsoCut blades can significantly reduce your sectioning time on
ferrous materials compared to conventional diamond blades.
For fast precision sectioning of ferrous based materials, the IsoCut Wafering Blades can significantly reduce
the sectioning time for iron & nickel based alloys. The High Concentration blades will provide even faster sectioning times.
Wafering Blades Low Concentration, for Iron, Cobalt Base Alloys, Nickel Base Alloys, Super Alloys
and Lead Base Alloys
76x0.20x12.7mm Series IsoCut LC metal bonded 11-10070 1 211.00
Wafering Blades High Concentration, for Iron, Cobalt Base Alloys, Nickel Base Alloys, Super Alloys
and Lead Base Alloys
102x0.30x12.7mm Series IsoCut HC metal bonded 11-5264 1 350.00
1.4. Grinding Cups for IsoMet 5000

Buehler Cup Grinders are designed for use on the IsoMet 5000 Linear Precision Cutter. The cup grinders are used for
automatic grinding to target depth and for thin section preparation.
For ferrous material, Alumina vitrified
Grinding Cup Grit 60 Ø 152 mm 11-2720 1 144.00
For non-ferrous material, Silicon carbide vitrified
For ceramic and petrographic samples, diamond
Sectioning accessories:
Coolant, clear view paste, dressing sticks see section 2.6
Buehler IsoMet Diamond Wafering Blades

This proprietary high-tech family of blades was developed specifically to provide precise and accurate sectioning of
metallographic samples. These blades utilize specially formulated grit-sized diamond particles to give accurate cuts
without the mess or inconvenience of thicker conventional abrasive cut-off wheels.
These blades have diamond particles bonded in a resin or metal matrix along the outside diameter of the blade. The
proprietary formulation of bonded diamond particles is designed to allow the bonding to break down efficiently to
ensure the most effective cutting. The thin blades (< 1 mm thick) make IsoMet blades ideal for sectioning small
specimens.
There is a wide selection of IsoMet blades to meet your specific needs.
You can choose from different blades including different diameters, and high or low diamond concentration. This wide
selection ensures you the right blade for fast, efficient sectioning of the most difficult materials.
For fast cutting of ferrous and tough materials see our IsoCut Wafering Blades.
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Cut-off Wheels for Abrasive Cutters
Order-No. Type Size Application
102309P 230x1.5x32 mm Premium Cut-off wheels
102509P 09P 254x1.5x32 mm Steel and ferrous materials
103009P RR/Al2O3 305x2.0x32 mm hard to very hard
103509P 356x2.5x32 mm HRC 60 and above
103010P RR/Al2O3 305x2.0x32 mm medium hard
103510P 356x2.5x32 mm HRC 50-60
103011P RR/Al2O3 305x2.0x32 mm soft to medium hard
103511P 356x2.5x32 mm HRC 35-50
Premium Cut-off wheels
103012P RR/Al2O3 305x2.0x32 mm very soft
HRC < 35
102307P 230x1.5x32 mm
07P
103007P 305x2.0x32 mm Titanium and Titanium Alloys
RR/SiC
356x2.5x32 mm Zirconium and Zirconium Alloys
103507P
Premium Cut-off wheels
102308P 230x0.8x32 mm High Speed steel
08P
102508P 250x1.6x32 mm Carburised steels
RR/Al2O3
103008P 300x1.6x32 mm Stainless steel
(Resin bonded, large abrasives)
95B2101 230x1.7x32 mm
95B2201 Typ HHH 250x1.8x32 mm Extremely hard ferrous material and steel
95B2301 RR/Al2O3 300x1.8x32 mm HRC > 60
95B2401 350x2.3x32 mm
95B2102 230x1.7x32 mm
95B2202 Typ HH 250x1.8x32 mm Hard ferrous material and steel
95B2302 RR/Al2O 300x1.8x32 mm HRC 50-60
95B2402 350x2.3x32 mm
95B2103 230x1.7x32 mm
95B2203 Typ H 250x1.8x32 mm Ferrous material and steel
95B2303 RR/Al2O 300x1.8x32 mm HRC 35-50
95B2403 350x2.3x32 mm
95B2104 230x1.7x32 mm
95B2204 Typ FS 250x1.8x32 mm General cutting of
95B2304 RR/Al2O 300x1.8x32 mm soft ferrous materials
95B2404 350x2.3x32 mm
95B2105 230x1.7x32 mm
95B2205 Typ NF 250x1.8x32 mm General cutting of
95B2305 RR/SiC 300x1.8x32 mm non ferrous materials
95B2405 350x2.3x32 mm
95B2112 230x1.6x32 mm
95B2212 Typ HHA 250x1.8x32 mm Ductile and tough materials
95B2312 RR/Al2O 300x1.8x32 mm Super Alloys
95B2412 350x2.3x32 mm
102301 230x0.8x32 mm
General use blade
102501 01 254x1.0x32 mm
for delicate cutting, provides thin cuts
103001 R/Al2O3 305x1.0x32 mm
(Rubber bonded)
103501 356x1.6x32 mm
102302 230x1.6x32 mm Tool steels
102502 02 254x1.6x32 mm Carburised steels
103002 R/Al2O3 305x1.6x32 mm Stainless steel
103502 356x2.7x32 mm (Rubber bonded, fine abrasives)
RR - Resin Rubber, R - Rubber
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2. Cut-off Wheels for Abrasive Cutters
Abrasive cutting is the most widely used method of material sectioning
for microscopic examination. Good cutting means freedom from burn,
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distortion and disturbed material. It is essential, therefore, to select the
correct wheel for the specific application and to provide adequate
specimen cooling while using the correct cutting technique.
Silicon carbide is preferred for non-ferrous metals and non-metallics
while aluminium oxide is best for ferrous metals. Coarse grits usually cut
heavier sections faster and cooler while fine grits produce better surfaces
and less burning on delicate pieces. Hard wheels break down more
slowly, wear longer and are generally recommended for the softer
materials. Soft wheels break down faster, exposing new cutting surfaces
more rapidly, and are preferred for hard materials.
Buehler offers selected abrasive wheels particularly developed for
different groups of materials. They result in a smooth-cut, clean surface
that is to a large extent free from surface deformation.
Our abrasive discs have been developed especially for the
materialography cutters.
2.1.1. Abrasive Cut-off Wheels Ø 230 mm

Ø 230 mm and Ø 229 mm for Cuto 10, SamplMet etc.
230x1.5x32 09P Steel and ferrous materials, HRC 60 and above (resin bonded) 102309P 10 82.00
230x1.5x32 10P Steel and ferrous materials, medium hard (resin bonded) 102310P 10 82.00
230x1.5x32 07P Titanium and Ti-alloys, Zirconium and Zr-alloys NEW! 102307P 10 92.00
230x1.5x32 08P High speed steel, stainless steel, carburised steel (resin bonded) 102308P 10 102.00
230x1.7x32 HHH Extremely hard ferrous materials and steel HRC > 60 95B2101 10 63.00
230x1.7x32 HH Hard ferrous materials and steel HRC 50-60 95B2102 10 63.00
230x1.7x32 H Ferrous materials and steel HRC 35-50 95B2103 10 63.00
230x1.7x32 FS General cutting of soft materials 95B2104 10 63.00
230x1.7x32 NF General cutting of non ferrous materials 95B2105 10 63.00
230x1.7x32 HHA Ductile materials and super alloys 95B2112 10 63.00
230x0.8x32 01 General use and delicate cutting (thin blade) (rubber bonded) 102301 10 130.00
230x1.6x32 02 Tool steels, carburised steels, stainless steel (rubber bonded) 102302 10 130.00
Ø 230 mm for cutters with Ø 22 mm arbor

If you have a cutter with 22 mm arbor, we will supply an adapter-ring (#810134) Ø 22 mm to Ø 32 mm
to use the above listed wheels.
Metallographic Cutting
Abrasive Cutters are an integral part of the modern
metallographic laboratory and are preferred over dry
cutting and other more damaging techniques. A heat-
damaged zone can alter the structure of the sample
and is avoided by the use of a suitable cutting fluid.
This cooling helps to prevent sample deformation and
also washes away the swarf; surface roughness is
reduced and wheel life extended. The optimal cut will
allow the specimen to be prepared in a fewer number
of steps and in a shorter time. The abrasive cut is
therefore of fundamental importance to ensure high
quality in the final preparation.
Abrasive cut-off wheels
Abrasive cut-off wheels are frequently classified
according to their degree of hardness. Wheels with a
hard bond wear out more slowly, have a higher life
and thus are mainly used for softer materials. Wheels
with a softer bond wear out faster, revealing new
sharp abrasives and are recommended for cutting
harder materials.
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2.1. 2. Abrasive Cut-off Wheels Ø 250 mm
Ø 250 mm and Ø 254 mm for Cuto 20, AbrasiMet, AbrasiMatic etc
254x1.5x32 09P Steel and ferrous materials HRC 60 and above (resin bonded) 102509P 10 84.00
254x1.5x32 11P Steel and ferrous materials, soft to medium hard (resin bonded) 102511P 10 84.00
254x1.5x32 12P Very soft steel, non-ferrous materials, plastics (resin bonded) NEW! 102512P 10 84.00
254x1.5x32 07P Titanium and Ti-alloys, Zirconium and Zr-alloys 102507P 10 104.00
250x1.8x32 HHA Ductile and tough materials, super alloys 95B2212 10 70.00

Ø 300 mm and Ø 305 mm for AbrasiMatic 300, PowerMet 1000, Cuto 35 etc.
305x2.0x32 12P Very soft steel, non-ferrous materials, plastics (resin bonded) NEW! 103011P 10 113.00
305x2.0x32 07P Titanium and Ti-alloys, Zirconium and Zr-alloys 103007P 10 143.00
300x1.8x32 HHA Ductile and tough materials and super alloys 95B2312 10 85.00
Metallographic Cutting (continued)

Cutting with abrasive cut-off wheels analysis. Diamond and CBN (boron nitride) abrasive
Abrasive cut-off wheels come in two bonding materials: wheels are able to section through hard metals,
resin bond and rubber bond. Resin-bonded abrasive composite materials, plastics, glass and mineral fibres,
wheels are used with most materials. The hardness of the ceramic(s), glass or bone without any problem. Whether a
bonding agent depends on the material being cut. The diamond or a boron nitride disc is to be used, depends
rubber-bonded wheels are characterised by a particularly essentially on the hardness or brittleness of the sample
thin cut and no-burn sectioning. material.
Following is a general guideline:
The sample must be firmly and evenly clamped, in order
to prevent breaking the wheel and damage to the Metal bonded diamond discs:
sample. The cutting force should be applied with care and Aggressive sectioning of metals, general sectioning of
in relation to the material. The table on the next page composites materials with hard phases, PCB’s, ceramic
highlights the main problems that can occur during the coatings, glass and electronic packages
cutting process, and the actions required to remedy Resin bonded diamond discs:
these. Hard metals, tungsten carbide, gentle cutting of hard
brittle materials (ceramic(s), glass etc.)
Diamond and Boron Nitride (CBN)
Cut-Off blades CBN discs:
Hard ductile materials (highly alloyed steel, cobalt and
As the development and use of modern engineering nickel based alloys, lead alloys)
materials increases, so does the demands placed on the
technology required to prepare these materials for
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Ø 350 mm and Ø 356 mm for PowerMet 2000, PowerMet 3000 etc
SECTIONING
356x2.5x32 09P Steel and ferrous materials, HRC 60 and above (resin bonded) 103509P 10 146.00
356x2.5x32 07P Titanium and Ti-alloys, Zirconium and Zr-alloys NEW! 103507P 10 180.00
350x2.3x32 HHA Ductile materials and super-alloys 95B2412 10 128.00

Ø 400 mm for PowerMet 5000, Cuto 75A etc.
400x3.0x32 10P General use, medium hard steel, non-ferrous materials (resin bonded) 104010P 10 204.00
2.2. AcuThin Cut-Off Wheels

Buehler's AcuThin Cut-off Wheels have been formulated for fast sectioning of small, delicate specimens, as well as large
sturdy specimens. These blades give the user a versatile cutting option that proves effective over a variety of specimen types.
AcuThin Series, fine grained alumina extra-thin cut-off wheels

229x0.64x32 R/Al2O3 for material >HRC45 10-4160-010 10 168.00
229x0.64x32 R/Al2O3 for material <HRC45 10-4161-010 10 168.00
Abrasive Cutting Trouble Shooting Guide

Problem Possible Cause Suggested Remedy
Increase coolant rate
Burning Lighten cutting pressure
Overheated specimen Choose wheel for harder material
(bluish discoloration)
(softer bond)
Choose wheel for softer material
Wheel bond breaking down (harder bond)
Rapid wheel wear
too rapidly Lighten cutting pressure
Uneven coolant distribution Distribute the coolant more evenly

Frequent wheel breakage
Loose specimen Clamp the specimen more rigidly
Choose wheel for harder material

(softer bond)
Resistance to cutting Slow wheel breakdown reduce coolant flow
Lighten cutting pressure
Use Cutter with greater HP
Cutter stalls Cutter capacity inadequate Limit sample size
Use Orbital Cutter
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2.3. Delta Orbital Cut-off Wheels, Ø 305 mm to 455 mm
Delta Orbital Abrasive Cut-off Wheels are specially designed to maximize the technological advantages of the Delta Orbital
Cutters. This family of wheels will produce minimal deformation without sacrificing efficient cutting rates. These wheels are
formulated to give no burn, minimal deformation and a fast cut.
Ø 305 mm (12") Orbital Cut-Off Wheels

305x2.7x32 Tool steels HRC 60 & above, carburised steels (RR/Al2O3) 12-4410-010 10 136.00
305x2.7x32 Medium hard steel HRC 35-50 (RR/ Al2O3) 12-4416-010 10 136.00
305x2.7x32 Soft or annealed steel HRC 15-35, HRB 46-90 (RR/ Al2O3) 12-4420-010 10 136.00
305x2.7x32 Medium hard non-ferrous materials, titanium, zirconium (R/SiC) 12-4445-010 10 136.00
305x2.7x32 Soft non-ferrous materials, aluminium, brass, etc (R/SiC) 12-4450-010 10 136.00
305x1.4x32 Super alloys (R/Al2O3) 12-4405-010 10 136.00

356x2.7x32 Tool steels HRC60 & above, carburised steels (RR/Al2O3) 12-4310-010 10 173.00
356x2.7x32 Medium hard steel HRC35-50 (RR/Al2O3) 12-4316-010 10 173.00
356x2.7x32 Soft or annealed steel HRC15-35, HRB46-90 (RR/Al2O3) 12-4320-010 10 173.00

403x3.0x32 Hard steel HRC 50 (RR/Al2O3) 12-5612-010 10 219.00
403x3.0x32 Medium hard steel HRC 35-50 (RR/Al2O3) 12-5616-010 10 219.00
403x3.0x32 Soft or annealed steel HRC 15-35, HRB 46-90 (RR/Al2O3) 12-5620-010 10 219.00
403x3.0x32 Medium hard non-ferrous materials, titanium, zirconium(R/SiC) 12-5645-010 10 219.00

455x3.8x32 Hard steel HRC 50 (RR/Al2O3) 12-5812-010 10 267.00
455x3.8x32 Medium hard steel HRC 35-50 (RR/Al2O3) 12-5816-010 10 267.00
455x3.8x32 Soft or annealed steel HRC 15-35, HRB 46-90 (RR/Al2O3) 12-5820-010 10 267.00
455x3.8x32 Medium hard non-ferrous materials, titanium, zirconium(R/SiC) 12-5845-010 10 267.00
(RR = rubber resin, R = rubber)
Advantages of Orbital Cutting

Chop Cutter using Orbital Technology. Orbital cutting
technology offers advantages in comparison to the
traditional chop cut in that the contact area between
abrasive wheel and the sample is kept as small as possible
(MACC = Minimal Area of Contact Cutting). This is
achieved by the eccentric rotation of the wheel. Thus the
wheel continuously changes its position in relation to the
cut and has only a small point of contact with the sample.
With the orbital cutting technology you achieve fast and
deformation-free cuts, and can cut large samples and/or
samples that are difficult to cut with the
normal chop cut. Another advantage with orbital cutting
technology is the cooling agent can flow directly into the
cutting area, increasing the cooling efficiency and
preventing unwanted overheating.
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2.4. Diamond and CBN Cut-off Blades, Ø 200 mm to 450 mm
Ø 200 mm or 230 mm for Cuto 10, SamplMet etc
200x1.2x32 Diamond, resin bonded, general use 11-4608E 1 356.00
SECTIONING
200x1.2x32 Diamond, resin bonded, hard metals 11-4808E 1 368.00
230x1.2x32 Diamond, bronze bonded, ceramics and petrographic samples 11-4709E 1 421.00
200x1.3x32 CBN, hardened steel > 55 HRC and general use 102050 1 363.00
Ø 250 mm for Cuto 20, AbrasiMet, AbrasiMatic etc

250x1.3x32 Diamond, resin bonded general use 11-4610 1 521.00
250x1.2x32 Diamond, resin bonded, hard metals 11-4810E 1 527.00
250x1.25x32 Diamond, large grain size, special for plastics and polymers 102557 1 448.00
Ø 300 mm for PowerMet 1000, Cuto 35 etc

300x1.4x32 Diamond, resin bonded, hard metals and general use 103056 1 759.00
300x2.2x32 Diamond, bronze bonded, ceramics and petrographic samples 103053 1 486.00
Ø 350 mm for PowerMet 2000, PowerMet 3000, Delta-Cutter, Cuto 75A etc
350x1.5x32 Diamond, resin bonded, hard metals and general use 11-4814E 1 819.00
Ø 400 mm for Delta-Cutter, Cuto 75A etc

400x1.7x32 CBN, hardened steel > 55 HRC and general use 10 40 50 1 1339.00
Ø 450 mm for Delta 2319 etc

2.5. Diamond Cut-off Blades for Lapro Slab Saw and Buehler TrimSaws
Ø 152 mm and 254 mm for BuehlerTrimSaw
152x1.02x15.9 TrimSaw diamond cut-off blade 6" 11-10050 1 119.00
254x1.52x15.9 TrimSaw diamond cut-off blade 10" 11-10051 1 186.00
Ø 457 mm and 609 mm for Lapro Slab Saw

457x1.6x19 Lapro diamond cut-off blade 18" 11-10015 1 366.00
609x1.9x25.4 Lapro diamond cut-off blade 24" 11-10016 1 508.00
Trim Saw 6“
Trim Saw 10“ Lapro 24“
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2.6. Sectioning Accessories
Cutting fluid anti-corrosive. For Abrasive Cutters and Precision Cutters
Cool 2 Coolant + corrosion protective (1:30) 109011 1L 22.00
Cool 2 Coolant + corrosion protective (1:30) 109012 10 L 171.00
Cutting fluid anti-corrosive. For IsoMet Low Speed Saw

IsoCut Fluid* Cutting fluid, oil-based 11-1193-032 950 mL 29.30
IsoCut Fluid* Cutting fluid, oil-based 11-1193-128 3.8 L 83.00
* Only to be used with low speed IsoMet saws.
Paste to keep transparent windows in cutters clear

Glossy Clear-paste 109003 60 mL 12.80
Cleaner for recirculation systems

ReciClean cleaner 109004 5 kg 114.00
Additive for coolants when cutting copper and its alloys

AddiCool prevents galvanic corrosion 109006 1L 39.00
Dressing Sticks for Diamond- and CBN-Blades

To maximize the cutting efficiency of the Buehler Diamond Wafering Blades, proper dressing of the blade is required.
Buehler’s Dressing Sticks are formulated to have the proper texture and composition to quickly restore wafering blade
cutting efficiency. When dressing Buehler Wafering Blades, use the dressing stick with the same series classification as on
the blade.
Dressing Stick Series 30, 20 and 15 25.4x12.7x76 mm 11-2490 1 20.20
Dressing Stick Series 10 and 5 25.4x12.7x76 mm 11-2495 1 22.60
Dressing Stick Series 30, 20, 15 and IsoCut 12.7x12.7x76 mm 11-1190 1 12.60
Dressing Stick Series 10 and 5 12.7x12.7x76 mm 11-1290 1 23.90
Dressing Stick for Abrasive Cutter’s Wheels 25.4x25.4x76 mm 10-4000 1 16.00
Chuck Padding
Chuck Padding for IsoMet Chucks 25.4x152 mm 11-2496 1 37.50
2.7. Accessories for PetroThin

Cut-off blades for PetroThin
ContinuousRim Diamond cut-off blade 203x1.1x25.4 mm 11-4278 1 872.00
ContinuousRim CBN cut-off blade 203x1.1x25.4 mm 11-4280 1 925.00
Grinding Cups for PetroThin

Diamond Cup Grinding Wheel 203x6.4x25.4 mm 40-4508 1 1,337.00
CBN Cup Grinding Wheel 203x6.4x25.4 mm 40-4512 1 1,396.00
Dressing Sticks
Dressing Stick, rough for Diamond and CBN 25.4x25.4x152 mm 15-6190 1 20.20
Dressing Stick, fine for Diamond and CBN 12.7x12.7x102 mm 40-4510 1 21.60
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3. Compression Mounting
Overview Compression Mounting
Designation Material Properties Application
Phenolic mounting compound black/red/green Routine work
PhenoCure
with wood flour filler Small contraction, Recognition of samples with
black, red, green
Thermosetting Medium hardness colour coded identification
Epoxy mounting compound black
Edge investigations
Epovit with filler (glass and mineral Very low contraction
Embedding hard materials flatness
materials) Thermosetting High Hardness
Epoxy mounting compound
black
with filler Edge investigations
EpoMet No contraction
(mineral) Embedding hard materials flatness
High Hardness
Thermosetting
Transparent Embedding
fine grained Transparent
TransOptic Targeted preparation
Thermoplastic Average hardness
Embedding sensitive samples
Phenolic mounting compound
black
KonductoMet Filler: Graphite SEM-applications
Conductive
Thermosetting
Epoxy mounting compound
MOUNTING
Copper Colour SEM-applications,
ProbeMet Filler: Copper
Conductive Electrolytic polishing
Thermosetting
Phenolic mounting compound black Routine work
PreMolds with wood flour filler Small contraction Recognition of samples with
Thermosetting Average hardness identification colours
Selection Criteria for Compression Moulding

Product Transparency Shore D Edge Retention Shrinkage Cycle Time
PhenoCure B/R/G  88  Some, small < 10 min
Epovit  94  Negligible < 10 min

EpoMet  96  None < 10 min
Diallyl Phthalate  91  Negligible < 10 min
TransOptic  80  Some, small < 20 min
KonductoMet I  88  Some, small < 10 min

ProbeMet  94  None < 10 min
PreMolds  88  Some, small < 10 min
 Very Good  Good  Average  Not suitable
Compression Mounting
During compression mounting the sample is embedded
under temperature and pressure. One advantage of
compression mounting is in the very high hardness of our
thermosetting polymers, which is only achievable with speical
cold mounting materials. A further advantage is the ease of
handling. With all hot compression mounts, cooling the
sample under pressure is recommended, and is essential with
thermoplastics in order to prevent the "cotton ball" effect.
Buehler mounting presses are designed with an efficient
linear cooling cycle. With the hot compression mounts, we
differentiate between thermosetting polymers and
Thermoplastics are acrylic mounting materials that melt
thermoplastics:
when heated, then polymerise when cooled under pressure,
Thermosetting polymers are powders, and fuse under therefore requiring longer cooling times. Thermoplastics,
simultaneous pressure and heating. Fillers can improve unlike thermosetting polymers, can be melted after
hardness and shrinkage. Different powder sizes affect the hardening. Thermoplastic curing is reversible and the mount
flow characteristics. For ease of use and rapid handling, the can be melted again at any time. They are very suitable as
PhenoCure phenolic compound is available in a tablet form embedding compounds for pressure-sensitive samples. Here
called Premoulds. They are suitable to mount samples not the acrylic powder is melted without pressure and then
sensitive to pressure. Premoulds are handy and shorten the subjected to pressure when the final temperature is reached
embedding cycle. and during cooling.
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3.1. Compression Mounting Compounds
Thermosetting: Phenolic hot mounting compound with wood flour filler, medium hardness, general use
PhenoCure (Bakelite) black 112031 3.0 kg 28.20
PhenoCure (Bakelite) R red 112032 3.0 kg 33.10
PhenoCure (Bakelite) G green 112033 3.0 kg 33.10
Thermosetting: Epoxy hot mounting compound, high hardness, good edge retention,
filler: glass fibres and mineral
Epovit black 112013 3.0 kg 94.00
Epovit black 112017 10.0 kg 267.00
Epovit black 112019 25.0 kg 466.00
Thermosetting: Epoxy hot mounting compound, high hardness, good edge retention, filler: mineral
EpoMet G black regular grainsize 20-3380-064 1.84 kg 79.00
EpoMet G black regular grainsize 20-3380-160 4.45 kg 181.00
EpoMet F black fine grained! 20-3381-070 1.84 kg 79.00
EpoMet F black fine grained! 20-3381-160 4.45 kg 181.00
Thermosetting: Diallyl Phthalate hot mounting compound, high hardness, good edge retention, with filler
Diallyl Phthalate blue mineral filler 20-3330-080 2.3 kg 92.00
Diallyl Phthalate blue short-glass fiber 20-3340-080 2.3 kg 99.00
Thermoplastic: Acrylic hot mounting compound for transparent mounting

TransOptic transparent 20-3400-080 2.3 kg 62.00
Thermosetting: conductive for SEM-analysis, fine grained Epoxy Hot mounting compound
filled with copper, high hardness, good edge retention
ProbeMet copper colour 20-3385-064 1.84 kg 99.00
Thermosetting: conductive Phenolic for SEM-analysis, filler: graphite

KonductoMet black 20-3375-016 0.45 kg 35.90
KonductoMet black 20-3375-400 11.25 kg 658.00
3.2. PreMolds
Thermosetting-Premolds: Phenolic Hot mounting compound with wood flour filler, medium hardness,
for faster embedding
PreMolds black 25.4 mm, 1" 20-3111-501 500 84.00
PreMolds black 31.8 mm, 1 ¼" 20-3112-501 500 104.00
PreMolds black 38.1 mm, 1½" 20-3113-501 500 126.00
PreMolds black 50.8 mm, 2" 20-10090 500 202.00
Recommended Parameters for Hot Mounting Compounds

25 mm (1") 30 mm (1¼") 40 mm (1½") 50 mm (2")
Material Temperature Pressure Heat/Cool Heat/Cool Heat/Cool Heat/Cool
PhenoCure 150° C 290 bar 1 / 3 min 1 / 3 min 1.5 / 3 min 2 / 3.5 min
EpoMet / Epovit 150° C 290 bar 1 / 3 min 1 / 3 min 1.5 / 3 min 2 / 3.5 min
KonductoMet 150° C 290 bar 1 / 3 min 1 / 3 min 1.5 / 3 min 2 / 3.5 min
ProbeMet 150° C 290 bar 1 / 3 min 1 / 3 min 1.5 / 3 min 2 / 3.5 min
Diallyl Phthalate 150° C 290 bar 1 / 3 min 1 / 3 min 1.5 / 3 min 3 / 3.5 min
TransOptic 180 °C 275 bar 6 / 11 min 6 / 11 min 7 / 11 min 8 / 11 min
The indicated values are reference values for SimpliMet 1000 & 3000; for the SimpliMet 2000 an additional pre-heat time of
seven minutes is added to the HEAT time; the settings can deviate from proposed parameters.
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4. Castable (Cold) Mounting Compounds
Overview Castable Mounting Compounds
Curing Shore D
Designation Material Colour Viscosity Shrinkage
max. Temp. Hardness
VariDur 10 Semi transparent 8 min
Acrylic High Small
Powder & hardener low odour max. 100°C
VariDur 200 Acrylic Opaque (blue) 8 min
High Small
Powder & hardener with Filler low odour max. 100°C
VariKleer Crystal clear 5-15 min
Acrylic 84 Medium Small
Powder & hardener under pressure max. 100°C
VariDur 3000 Acrylic + 20-25 min
Light blue opaque 90 Medium None
Powder & hardener Styrene max. 90°C
SamplKwick Acrylic Semi transparent 5-8 min
80 High Medium
Powder & hardener low odour max. 80°C
VariKwick 5 min
Acrylic Blue Medium Medium
Powder & hardener max. 85°C
MOUNTING
EpoxiCure 6h Medium-
Epoxide Transparent 82 Small
Resin & hardener max. 28°C low
EpoKwick 30-45 min Medium-
Epoxide Transparent 82 Small
EpoHeat Transparent 90 min @ 55°C
Epoxide 85 Very low Very small
Resin & hardener golden max. 145°C
EpoThin 9h
Epoxide Transparent 78 Very low Very small
Resin & hardener max. 27°C
EpoColor 90 min Medium-
Epoxide Red 82 Very small
4.1. Acrylics
Acrylic, fast curing, curing time 8 min, reduced odour
VariDur 10 Kit with 1 kg powder / 500 mL hardener 111037 1 Set 75.00
VariDur 10 Powder, semi transparent 111027 1 kg 52.00
VariDur Hardener 111029 500 mL 24.00
VariDur 200 Kit with 1 kg powder / 500 mL hardener 111039 1 Set 75.00
VariDur 200 Powder with filler, blue opaque 111030 1 kg 52.00
VariDur Hardener 111029 500 mL 24.00
VariDur 10 Large size, semi transparent, powder 111031 10 kg 443.00
VariDur 200 Large size, blue opaque, powder with filler 111034 10 kg 443.00
VariDur Large size, hardener 111033 5x1L 221.00
VariDur 3000, light blue opaque, acrylic + styrene, shrink-free, hard, curing time approx. 20 min
VariDur 3000 Kit with 1 kg powder / 500 mL hardener 20-3580 1 Set 77.00
VariDur 3000 Powder, light blue opaque 20-3581 1 kg 47.80
VariDur 3000 Hardener 20-3582 500 mL 28.50
VariDur 3000 Large size, powder, light blue opaque 20-3583 10 kg 408.00
VariDur 3000 Large size, hardener 20-3584 5x1L 222.00
Acrylic, fast curing, curing time 5 - 15 min

VariKleer* Kit with 1 kg powder / 500 mL hardener 20-3590 1 Set 61.00
VariKleer* Powder 20-3591 1 kg 41.10
VariKleer* Liquid 20-3592 500 mL 19.90
VariKleer* Powder 20-3591-002 2 x 1 kg 80.00
VariKleer* Liquid 20-3592-001 1L 38.90
VariKleer* Large size, powder 20-3591-010 10 kg 379.00
VariKleer* Large size, liquid 20-3592-005 5x1L 183.00
*Transparent when cured under pressure, e.g. with pressure vessel
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4.1. Acrylics (continued)
VariKwick, very fast curing, curing time approx. 5 min
VariKwick Kit with 1 kg powder / 500 mL hardener 20-3595 1 Set 62.00
VariKwick Powder 20-3596 1 kg 41.90
VariKwick Liquid 20-3597 500 mL 20.50
SamplKwick, acrylic cold mounting compound, fast curing, curing time 5-8 min
SamplKwick Kit with 0.45 kg powder / 0.36 L hardener 20-3560 1 Pk 70.00
SamplKwick Powder 20-3562 450 g 57.00
SamplKwick Hardener 20-3564 360 mL 21.70
SamplKwick Powder 20-3566 2.3 kg 227.00
SamplKwick Hardener 20-3568 1.9 L 70.00
SamplKwick Powder 20-3562-025 11.5 kg 879.00
SamplKwick Hardener 20-3564-320 9.6 L 249.00
SamplKwick Powder 20-3562-100 45 kg 3,228.00
SamplKwick Hardener 20-3564-640 19.2 L 470.00
4.2. Epoxies
EpoxiCure, low shrinkage, low heating during curing, curing time 6 h
EpoxiCure Resin 20-8130-032 950 mL 48.40
EpoxiCure Hardener 20-8132-008 240 mL 28.30
EpoxiCure Resin 20-8130-128 3.8 L 118.00
EpoxiCure Hardener 20-8132-032 950 mL 56.00
EpoxiCure NC, low shrinkage, low heating during curing, curing time 5 h
EpoxiCure NC Resin 20-8150-032 950 mL 39.60
EpoxiCure NC Hardener 20-8152-008 240 mL 29.00
EpoHeat, excellent clarity (golden colour), ultra-low viscosity, very low shrinkage,
curing time approx. 90 min at 55° C
EpoHeat Resin 20-8120-032 950 ml 76.00
EpoHeat Hardener 20-8122-016 470 ml 43.30
EpoThin, very low viscosity epoxy, no heating during curing process, very low shrinkage,
curing time 9 h
EpoThin Resin 20-8140-032 950 mL 74.00
EpoThin Hardener 20-8142-016 470 mL 41.80
EpoThin Resin 20-8140-128 3.8 L 202.00
EpoThin Hardener 20-8142-032 950 mL 47.40
EpoKwick, fast curing epoxy cold mounting compound, curing time 30-45 min
EpoKwick Kit complete 950 mL resin / 240 mL hardener 20-8128 1 Pk 137.00
EpoKwick Kit 3.8 L resin / 950 mL hardener 20-8129 1 Pk 221.00
EpoKwick Resin 20-8136-128 3.8 L 161.00
EpoKwick Hardener 20-8138-032 950 mL 102.00
EpoColor, red pigmented epoxy cold mounting compound, low shrinkage, curing time 90 min
suitable for highlighting cracks and pores in darkfield or crossed polars illumination
EpoColor Resin 20-8143-032 950 mL 102.00
EpoColor Hardener 20-8144-008 240 mL 33.00
Epoxy cold mounting compounds are useful for vacuum impregnation

of porous materials. Ideal are EpoThin and EpoHeat.
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4. Castable (Cold) Mounting Compounds (continued)
Selection Criteria for Cold Mounting Compounds

Vacuum Edge
Product Curing Time Transparency Specific Applications
Impregnation Retention
Semi
VariDur 10 < 10 min  Routine
transparent
VariDur 200 < 10 min    Routine
VariDur 3000 10 min    Edge investigation
VariKleer < 10 min Transparent*  PCB

Semi
SamplKwick < 10 min  PCB
transparent
VariKwick 5 min  
EpoxiCure <8h Transparent   < HV400
MOUNTING
EpoxiCure NC <5h Transparent   < HV400
EpoKwick <2h Transparent   < HV400 Quick cure
EpoHeat < 2 h @ 55° C Transparent   < HV400 Quick cure
EpoThin <9h Transparent   < HV400 Petrography

Colour contrast of pores
EpoColor <2h    < HV400
& cracks in DF
* in combination with compression hardening in a pressure pot

 Very Good  Good  Average  Not suitable
Cold Mounting
The main advantage of cold mounting is the ability to mount specimens of irregular
shape and size. It is often favoured for embedding individual samples, when the
acquisition of a mounting press is not economically justifiable. Conversely, it is
helpful for mounting large numbers of samples as quickly as possible.
Cold mounting products fall into one of three categories: acrylics, polyesters and
epoxies. They may consist of two or more components that need to be mixed
together to make a solid cured specimen. Epoxide compounds exhibit the lowest
contraction. The long curing time gives outstanding edge retention and very low
shrinkage, and is chemically resistant. Acrylics have a short curing time and have a
small amount of contraction that can be improved with fillers and curing under
Pressure vessel pressure in a pressure vessel. With polyester resins the curing times are relatively
short, but often produce a poor quality mount and are only used due to low cost.
After mixing the components, the hardening process takes place via an exothermic
reaction. During curing, particularly with acrylics, this hardening process can generate
over 80°C, and one must be careful when working with temperature-sensitive
materials, e.g. plastics, where the structure of the sample can be affected.
Vacuum Impregnation:
Porous materials, e.g. ceramic(s) or sprayed coatings should be vacuum impregnated
with epoxy resin prior to sectioning. The porous or friable ceramic is strengthened
and protected by the epoxy resin. Cavities, pores and cracks that are open to the
Cast N‘ Vac surface are filled with the embedding material. For high contrast definition of pores
and cracks, we offer Epo-Color resin which, under dark field lighting, appears a vivid
red colour and thus makes the interpretation of the structure easier.
Cast N‘ Vac 1000
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4.3. Castable (Cold) Mounting Moulds
Mounting Moulds for castable (cold) resins, polyethylene, reusable
SamplKup Ø 25 mm blue 20-9177 12 26.40
SamplKup Ø 1" (25,4 mm) blue 20-9178 12 26.40
SamplKup Ø 1¼" (31.8 mm) blue 20-8180 12 26.40
SamplKup Ø 1½" (38.2 mm) blue 20-9181 12 26.40
SamplKup Ø 2" (50,8 mm) blue 20-9184 12 26.40
Mounting Moulds for castable (cold) resins, silicon rubber, reusable

Mounting Mould Ø 25 mm, height 23 mm blue 113001 1 7.00
Mounting Mould 55x30x22 mm (WxDxH) blue 113010 1 11.60
Flexible EPDM Mounting Cups, reusable

Mounting Mould Ø 1" (25.4 mm), height 20 mm blue 20-8181 5 42.50
Mounting Mould Ø 1¼" (31.8 mm), height 20 mm blue 20-8182 5 40.30
Mounting Mould Ø 1½" (38.2 mm), height 20 mm blue 20-8183 5 40.30
Mounting Mould Ø 2" (50.8 mm), height 25 mm blue 20-8184 5 42.50
EPDM Mounting Cup 63x35x46 mm (WxDxH) blue 20-6185 1 18.60
Plastic ring forms for mounting, single use

Ringforms Ø 1" (25,4 mm) O.D. black 20-8151-100 100 27.30
Ringforms Ø 1¼" (32 mm) O.D. black 20-8152-100 100 29.60
Ringforms Ø 1½" (38 mm) O.D. black 20-8153-100 100 32.00
Ringforms Ø 2" (50,8 mm) O.D. black 20-8154-100 100 36.20
Recessed Plastic Disc for mounting with phenolic ringforms

Recessed Plastic Disc Ø 25 mm I.D. 20-3511-005 5 11.20
Recessed Plastic Disc Ø 1" (25.4 mm) I.D. 20-3521-005 5 11.20
Recessed Plastic Disc Ø 1¼" (32 mm) I.D. 20-3513-005 5 11.20
Recessed Plastic Disc Ø 1½" (38 mm) I.D. 20-3514-005 5 11.20
Recessed Plastic Disc Ø 2" (50,8 mm) I.D. 20-3517-005 5 11.20
Inserts (to be used with ring forms 20-8152-xxx)

Angle Polishing Inserts Ø 29 mm 20-8205-010 10 27.50
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4.4. Filler and Contrast Materials for Cold Mounting
Filler (globular oxide ceramic) for hardness increase of the epoxy cold mounting compounds
and better flatness
FlatEdgeFiller 20-8196 0.45 kg 20.30
Conductive Filler (nickel base) for cold mounting compounds (spec. epoxy) to be used for
SEM investigations /electrolytic polishing
ConductiveFiller 20-8500 0.9 kg 82.00
Blue dye for epoxy cold mounting compounds

Epoblue Powder 111068 25 g 9.70
alternative: EpoColor
Dyes for epoxy castable (cold) mounting compounds

Blue Pigment Liquid 20-8501 30 mL 19.40
Black Pigment Liquid 20-8502 30 mL 19.40
Red Pigment Liquid 20-8504 30 mL 19.40
4.5. Accessories for Cold and Hot Mounts
MOUNTING
Supporting Aids for Sheets, PCB’s, Threads, etc
UniClip Plastic black 113043 100 23.40
UniClip Plastic red 113068 100 23.40
UniClip Plastic green 113069 100 23.40
UniClip Plastic transparent 20-5100-100 100 36.00
SamplKlip Stainless steel 6 mm wide 20-4000-100 100 33.50
SamplKlip I Plastic 6 mm wide 20-4100-100 100 30.60
Clamp Stainless steel 6 mm wide 113040 100 27.30
MultiClamp Plastic 5 steps, 1 mm distance 113044 100 23.40
General Mounting Accessories

Release Agent Bottle with swab 20-8185-002 30 mL 7.40
Release Agent Refill bottle 20-8185-008 240 mL 22.50
Mould Release Powder for mounting cylinders 20-3048 45 g 20.80
Funnel for filling moulding material into press 826006 1 2.80
Silicone spray Mold release 113023 200 mL 12.90
Silicone paste P Mold release 113022 100 g 12.90
Paper cups content: 200 mL with stirrer 113030 50 6.70
Wall holder for mixing cups 11 30 30 113031 1 18.40
Paper cups for vacuum-impregnation unit, waxed, 150 mL 20-8177-100 100 19.20
Stirring Sticks Wooden sticks 113034 100 3.40
Sample Identity Labels 95B140 200 3.80
Epoxi Supply Tubes for Cast N' Vac 20-3520-100 100 22.50
Table Liners (Paper) for Cast N' Vac 1000 20-2845 100 18.60
4.6. Electroless Nickel for Coating

EdgeMet Kit for coating of specimen
EdgeMet-Kit 950 mL solution A + B, 180 mL preclean solution 20-8192 1 Kit 74.00
UniClip SamplKlip SamplKlip I

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MagnoSys
MagnoSys Magnetic System Apex
factProducts
that, between the individual grinding and
polishing stages, the disc can easily be lifted
MagnoSys Magnetic System is a magnetic-based Apexand exchanged. Magnetic
Quick-Change The magnetic platen
System is aremains
new
MagnoSys Magnetic System is a magnetic-
system used in conjunction with both abrasive papers and magnetic-based system used in throughout
in the grinder/polisher conjunction with
theboth
entire
based system
polishing cloths. used
MagnoSysin conjunction
consists of two withcomponents.
both abrasive papers andprocess.
polishing cloths. Apex consists of two
abrasive papers and preparation
Its cost effectiveness andpolishing
easy handlingcloths.renders the components. The first is ApexM reusable, long-life
MagnoSys consists of two components. Its MagnoPad has a special coating that allows
magnetic system an ideal component in your preparation magnetic discs. With a self-adhesive backing on one side,
cost effectiveness
process. The acquisition and is easy handling
worthwhile evenrenders
when you easy removal
the ApexM disc can beofused
the cloth
on anyorconventional
paper. platen.
already possess asystem
the magnetic numberan ofideal
platens. Simply addinthese
component The second component is the ApexB bimetallic plate and
thinly designed components to your current platens is usedApex
betweenMagnetic
the ApexM disc System
and any self-adhesive
your preparation process. The acquisition is
without incurring additional platen costs. You will also backed abrasive paper, polishing cloth or any consumable
worthwhile
gain additionaleven spacewhenin your you already possess
laboratory, as in the aideal of choice.
number
case, only ofoneplatens.
magnetic Simply
platenadd these
will be thinlyper
required Apex Quick-Change Magnetic System is a
designed components
preparation unit. to your current platens new magnetic-based system used in
without incurring
Furthermore, additional
the reusability platen costs. You
and environmentally friendly conjunction with both abrasive papers and
design of MagnoMet
will also gain additional discs helps
spacetoinreduce
your waste. polishing cloths. Apex consists of two
MagnoFix
laboratory, is aasmagnetic substrate
in the ideal case,which
onlyenables
one you to components. The first is ApexM reusable, long-
turn existing platens without any effort into magnetic
magnetic platen will be required per life magnetic discs. With a self-adhesive
platens. It does not make any difference whether your
preparation
platens are made unit.from aluminium or PVC. As MagnoFix backing on one side, the ApexM disc can be
Furthermore,
has been fitted with the areusability
self-adhesive and PSA-backing, it can used on any conventional platen. The second
environmentally
easily be attached tofriendlyany existingdesign of MagnoMet
platen. Platens coated component is the ApexB bimetallic plate and is
with
discsMagnoFix
helps toserve reduce as awaste.
carrier for special ferromagnetic used between the ApexM disc and any self-
discs onto which
MagnoFix you can glue
is a magnetic conventional
substrate which abrasive adhesive backed abrasive paper, polishing
paper or polishing cloths. This principle allows you to
enables you to turn existing platens without cloth or any consumable of choice.
change the abrasive paper or the polishing cloths
any effort
between theinto magnetic
individual platens.
preparation It does
stages in no not
time.
make anyand
MagnoPad difference
MagnoMet whether
serve as your platens
a carrier for are
made from
customary aluminium
abrasive papers,or PVC. As
grinding MagnoFix
discs or polishing
cloths. While paperwith
is fixed to the disc with a double- ApexHercules fine grinding discs are used
has been fitted a self-adhesive PSA-
sided together with 9 μm or 6 μm diamond suspensions to
backing, it can easily be attached to any be glued
adhesive tape or sprayed glue, cloths can
achieve a fine grinding step that replaces up to five steps
directly onto the carrier. There is no need for special
existing platen. Platens coated with MagnoFix of Silicon Carbide paper after the initial planar grinding
consumables. Depending on the adhesive strength of the
serve as a carrier
PSA-backing, for special
this economic ferromagnetic
solution allows you to detach stage. Together with a larger micron diamonds, the disc
discsoronto
dirty unusable which you can
polishing glueor
cloths, conventional
worn out paper from can be used also directly for planar grinding.
abrasive
the disc, andpaper
to fitor polishing
the carrier with cloths.
a new This
cloth. One Your advantage: High abrasion rate reduces the number
of preparation steps; excellent flatness and edge
principle allows
MagnoPad you to disc
or MagnoMet change the abrasive
is required for each
preparation step. Togetherclothswith paper or cloth, retention.
paper or the polishing between the
MagnoPad or MagnoMet is put onto the magnetic
individual preparation stages in no time. Apex CGD CoarseGrindingDiscs are aggressive
platen, enabling you to grind or polish as usual. The disc
isMagnoPad
secure on the and MagonMet
platen thanks to serve as a carrier
the magnetic forof
force metal bonded diamond discs designed for continuous use
customary
the MagnoFixabrasive papers,
base. A further grindingofdiscs
advantage or
the system is and high material removal rates on hard to grind
polishing
the fact that, cloths.
between Whilethe paper
individualis fixed to the
grinding and materials.
disc withstages,
polishing a double-sided
the disc canadhesive tape and
easily be lifted or
exchanged. The cloths
magnetic platen remains in the onto Apex DGD Color DiamondGrindingDiscs are
sprayed glue, can be glued directly ideallyApexHercules finefor
used as a substitute grinding
SiC paper discs are used
or other grinding
grinder/polisher
the carrier. There throughout
is no need the entire preparation
for special
process. media.together
Long-life,with
fixed9µm or 6provides
abrasive µm diamondhigh removal
consumables. Depending on the adhesive
MagnoPad has a special coating that allows easy removal suspensions
rates with to achieve
superb edge retentionaandfineflatness.
grinding step
This
ofstrength
the clothoforthe PSA-backing, this economic
paper. versatile system
that worksup
replaces ontoa five
widesteps
rangeof ofSilicon
materials such
Carbide
solution allows you to detach dirty or unusable as hard materials,
paper afterferrous materials,
the initial planaraluminium, ceramics,
grinding stage.
polishing cloths, or worn out paper from the glass, thermal spray coatings and more. The surface is
Together with a larger micron diamonds, the
durable enough for unmounted specimens. Like your
disc, and to fit the carrier with a new cloth.
Silicondisc can papers,
Carbide be usedjust
alsoadddirectly
water forforthe
planar
preparation
One MagnoPad or MagnoMet disc is required grinding.
process.
for each preparation step. Together with paper Your advantage: High abrasion rate reduces
or cloth, MagnoPad or MagnoMet is put onto the number of preparation steps; excellent
the magnetic platen, enabling you to grind or flatness and edge retention.
polish as usual. The disc is secure on the platen
thanks to the magnetic force of the MagnoFix
base. A further advantage of the system is the
4 Paper or Cloth
3 MagnoMet or MagnoPad
2 MagnoFix
1 Platen
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5. MagnoSys and Apex Magnetic Systems
5.1. MagnoPad
MagnoPad – Ferromagnetic carrier sheet with non-stick coating
MagnoPad 200 Coated Ferromagnetic carrier sheet for p/c Ø 203 mm (8") 162073 5 84.00
5.2. MagnoMet
MagnoMet – Ferromagnetic carrier sheet
MagnoMet 200 Ferromagnetic carrier sheet for paper/cloths Ø 203 mm (8") 162072 5 33.50
5.3. MagnoFix
MagnoFix – Magnetic substrate disc to attach to any conventional platen, self-adhesive backing, easy to
handle
MagnoFix 200 Magnetic substrate for platen Ø 203 mm (8") 162070 1 17.20
5.4. ApexB
ApexB – Bimetallic Disc
ApexB 200 Bimetallic plate for cloth or paper Ø 203 mm (8") 41-2739-208-001 1 76.00
5.5. ApexM
GRINDING & POLISHING

ApexM – Magnetic substrate disc to attach on any conventional platen, self adhesive backing, easy to handle
ApexM 200 Magnetic disc Ø 203 mm (8") 41-2739-608-001 1 27.00
5.6. ApexHercules H
Fine grinding disc for hard ferrous and non-ferrous material (> HRC 20 / HV 236)
ApexHercules H 200 Fine Grinding Disc Ø 203 mm (8") 41-2740-308-001 1 44.80
5.7. ApexHercules S
Fine Grinding Disc for soft ferrous and non-ferrous material (< HRC 20 / HV 236)
ApexHercules S 200 Fine Grinding Disc Ø 203 mm (8") 41-2740-408-001 1 44.80
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5.8. ApexCGD CoarseGrindingDiscs
Aggressive metal bonded diamond discs designed for continuous use and high material removal rates on hard to grind
materials. Excellent results with: tool steels, tungsten carbide, hard ceramics and titanium. No dressing required.
Ø 203 mm (8") ApexCGD CoarseGrindingDisc with self-adhesive backing

ApexCGD grey DiamondGrindingDisc, metal-bonded, PSA 320 μm 41-10006 1 286.00
ApexCGD green DiamondGrindingDisc, metall-bonded, PSA 240 μm 41-10007 1 264.00
ApexCGD black DiamondGrindingDisc, metall-bonded, PSA 125 μm 41-10008 1 264.00

ApexCGD grey DiamondGrindingDisc, metal-bonded, PSA 320 μm 41-10009 1 427.00
ApexCGD green DiamondGrindingDisc, metal-bonded, PSA 240 μm 41-10010 1 383.00
ApexCGD black DiamondGrindingDisc, metal-bonded, PSA 125 μm 41-10011 1 383.00

ApexDGD grey DiamondGrindingDisc, metal-bonded, PSA 320 μm 41-10012 1 591.00
ApexDGD green DiamondGrindingDisc, metal-bonded, PSA 240 μm 41-10013 1 539.00
ApexDGD black DiamondGrindingDisc, metal-bonded, PSA 125 μm 41-10014 1 539.00
5.9 ApexDGD DiamondGrindingDiscs

Resin-bonded, fixed abrasive surfaces, excellent for hard materials, ceramic, glass, TSC.
These discs provide superb edge retention and flatness. Just add water and use (dressing required with some materials).
Ø 203 mm (8") ApexDGD DiamondGrindingDisc with self-adhesive backing

ApexDGD DiamondGrindingDisc, resinbonded, PSA 165 μm 41-5008 1 77.00
ApexDGD DiamondGrindingDisc, resinbonded, PSA 0.5 μm 41-5908 1 77.00


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5.10 ApexDGD DiamondGrindingDiscs on MagnoMet carrier
Resin-bonded, fixed abrasive surfaces, excellent for hard materials, ceramic, glass, TSC.
These discs provide superb edge retention and flatness. Just add water and use (dressing required with some materials).
Ø 203 mm (8") ApexDGD DiamondGrindingDisc on MagnoMet

ApexDGD-M DiamondGrindingDisc, on MagnoMet 165 μm 41-6008D 1 84.00
ApexDGD-M DiamondGrindingDisc, on MagnoMet 0.5 μm 41-6908D 1 84.00



5.11 ApexDGD Color DiamondGrindingDiscs

Our most versatile diamond grinding disc, the unique characteristics of the resin bond used provides long life and high
removal rates on most materials, including softer materials such as brass and copper. Just add water and use.
Ø 203 mm (8") ApexDGD Color DiamondGrindingDisc with self-adhesive backing

ApexDGD green DiamondGrindingDisc, resinbonded, PSA 240 μm 41-3308 1 107.00
ApexDGD black DiamondGrindingDisc, resinbonded, PSA 125 μm 41-3408 1 107.00
ApexDGD red DiamondGrindingDisc, resinbonded, PSA 75 μm 41-3508 1 107.00
ApexDGD purple DiamondGrindingDisc, resinbonded, PSA 55 μm 41-3608 1 107.00
ApexDGD yellow DiamondGrindingDisc, resinbonded, PSA 35 μm 41-3708 1 107.00
ApexDGD white DiamondGrindingDisc, resinbonded, PSA 15 μm 41-3808 1 107.00
ApexDGD blue DiamondGrindingDisc, resinbonded, PSA 8 μm 41-3908 1 107.00


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5.11 ApexDGD Color DiamondGrindingDiscs (continued)
5.12 ApexDGD Color DiamondGrindingDiscs with MagnoMet Carrier

Our most versatile diamond grinding disc, the unique characteristics of the resin bond used provides long life and high
removal rates on most materials, including softer materials such as brass and copper. Just add water and use.
Ø 203 mm (8") ApexDGD Color DiamondGrindingDisc on MagnoMet

ApexDGD-M green DiamondGrindingDisc, on MagnoMet 240 μm 41-4308D 1 116.00
ApexDGD-M black DiamondGrindingDisc, on MagnoMet 125 μm 41-4408D 1 116.00
ApexDGD-M red DiamondGrindingDisc, on MagnoMet 75 μm 41-4508D 1 116.00
ApexDGD-M purple DiamondGrindingDisc, on MagnoMet 55 μm 41-4608D 1 116.00
ApexDGD-M yellow DiamondGrindingDisc, on MagnoMet 35 μm 41-4708D 1 116.00
ApexDGD-M white DiamondGrindingDisc, on MagnoMet 15 μm 41-4808D 1 116.00
ApexDGD-M blue DiamondGrindingDisc, on MagnoMet 8 μm 41-4908D 1 116.00



5.13 Dressing Stick for Diamond Grinding Discs

Dressing stick for dressing of diamond grinding discs
Dressing stick for diamond grinding discs 109002 1 5.90
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6. Grinding, Polishing and Lapping
The goal of sample preparation for microstructural analysis is to reveal the true material
structure. In order to achieve this goal, one must use methods and products that produce a
specimen that has, as much as possible, no deformation or smearing of the sample, good edge
retention and planarity, and freedom from scratches, which could confuse microstructural
interpretation. All preparation steps, from the initial cut to the final polish must be carefully
performed. All steps are equally important and the deformation from one stage must be
removed in the subsequent step.
6.1. PlanarMet Planar Grinding Discs

Alumina planar grinding surface, self adhesive, long life, very high material removal, particularly suitable for
planar grinding with central pressure and/or large sample surfaces
120 Ø 203 mm (8") self adhesive 30-6008-020 20 84.00
6.2. ZirMet Abrasive Discs

ZrO2 abrasive discs, self adhesive, long lifetime, very high material removal, particularly suitable for planar grinding with
central pressure and/or large sample surfaces
Grain size following ANSI/CAMI with self-adhesive back, for platen with Ø 200 mm
80 Ø 200 mm 201 μm 132021 25 55.00
120 Ø 200 mm 106 μm 132023 25 55.00
180 Ø 200 mm 75 μm 132025 25 55.00
80 Ø 250 mm 201 μm 132521 25 83.00
120 Ø 250 mm 106 μm 132523 25 83.00
180 Ø 250 mm 75 μm 132525 25 83.00
60 Ø 300 mm 250 μm 15-5132-060 25 152.00

120 Ø 300 mm 106 μm 15-5132-120 25 152.00
180 Ø 300 mm 75 μm 15-5132-180 25 152.00
220 Ø 300 mm 63 μm 15-5132-220 25 152.00
6.3. UltraPrep Diamond Abrasive Disc

Self adhesive grinding discs for all Grinder/Polishers
Application: Grinding of ceramics, hard metals and hard materials, planar grinding
For platen with Ø 200 mm
250 μm green metal bonded 142080 1 163.00
125 μm black metal bonded 142081 1 135.00
74 μm red metal bonded 142082 1 95.00
40 μm yellow metal bonded 142083 1 82.00
30 μm white resin bonded 142084 1 82.00
20 μm white metal bonded 142085 1 82.00
10 μm blue resin bonded 142086 1 82.00

74 μm red metal bonded 142582 1 167.00

74 μm red metal bonded 14 30 82 1 275.00
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6.4. Silicon Carbide Abrasive Paper
The BuehlerMet line of Silicon Carbide abrasive discs have been developed for laboratory grinding of metallographic and
petrographic samples. These papers utilize a uniformly graded abrasive coating for consistent rapid material removal and
uniform finish. BuehlerMet discs can be used wet or dry and the uniformity and consistency of these discs make them an
excellent choice for manual or automated grinding applications. The tightly held abrasive grain sizing gives BuehlerMet
abrasive papers the ability to reduce subsequent grinding and polishing times.
6.4.1. BuehlerMet Silicon Carbide Abrasive Paper Ø 200 mm (8")

Ø 200 mm Standard quality, plain, grit size FEPA
P 80 Silicon Carbide 201 μm 30-5208-080 100 37.20
Ø 203 mm MicroCut fine grinding non-adhesive, grit size FEPA

P 1200 Silicon Carbide 15 μm 132016 50 49.00
6.4.2. BuehlerMet Silicon Carbide Abrasive Paper Ø 200 mm (8") PSA

Ø 200 mm Standard quality self-adhesive, grit size FEPA
The 4000 grit is only available with plain backing!
Please use our Metgrip Liners or spray adhesive to create a self-adhesive version of P4000.
Cross section through a grinding paper
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Papers of Ø 230 mm are only available with plain backing!
Please use our Metgrip Liners or spray adhesive to create a self-adhesive version.

P 1200 Silicon Carbide 15 μm 13 23 16 50 74.00
The Mechanical Preparation

place with Silicon Carbide papers on rotating discs with
Mechanical preparation is the most usual procedure to
continuous water flushing. The wet grinding reduces
prepare samples for microscopic evaluation. The goal of

frictional heat, dust formation and washes away abrasion
sample preparation is to reveal the true structure of the
debris. Buehler offers abrasives for all grinding
material. The preparation should be accomplished
procedures: The most common abrasive type in use for
systematically and according to reproducible methods.
grinding most materials is Silicon Carbide paper. They are
Grinding available in diameters of 200, 230, 250, 300 and 350 mm
and in the grades of P60 to P4000, with and without
The cutting process results in mechanical deformation adhesive backing.
below the sample surface. This deformation must be
removed by subsequent preparation steps. The first PlanarMet planar grinding discs utilise Alumina abrasives,
grinding step is generally the planar grinding stage. With and ZirMet with Zirconia abrasives exhibit a higher
manual preparation, the sample should be turned 90 hardness and a substantially better abrasion rate than
degrees after each stage. This is done until the grinding Silicon Carbide paper. They are therefore particularly
marks from the previous step are no longer visible. In the suitable for the planar grinding stage with semi and fully
case of semi or fully automatic sample preparation, the automatic preparation machines. Their longer life, in
change of direction results from the relative motion of the comparison to Silicon Carbide abrasive, reduces the
platen and the sample holder. When moving to the next number of papers used.
step, the selection of the different abrasive size is very
UltraPrep diamond discs are used for all materials with high
important.
to very high hardness. The long life of the surface allows
As a rule the next step consists of a Silicon Carbide paper
savings of consumables even if a set of discs has a
that has half the grit size of the proceeding one, e.g. in
comparatively high initial price.
each case P120 - P320 - P600 - P1200. After performing
these steps correctly, the remaining surface deformation Instead of the classical grinding with fixed abrasive
can be removed with a brief step using a fine diamond papers, grinding can also be performed with hard
abrasive on soft plane cloths. With very soft or tough polishing surfaces (TexMet P or Ultra-cloths) and
materials grades up to P2500 or P4000 should be used. diamonds of 45 μm to 6 μm. This has the advantage that
Alternatively, grinding cloths can be used that utilise fine with semi and fully automatic preparation equipment,
diamonds to achieve the grinding steps. The abrasion is abrasives can be continuously dosed onto the cloth.
moderate and the scratch pattern finer than with
comparable Silicon Carbide paper. Grinding usually takes
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The grit 4000 is only available with plain backing!
Please use our Metgrip Liners or spray adhesive to create a self-adhesive version of P4000.
USA / European Equivalency Grit Guide

FEPA and ANSI/CAMI and mean grainsize
FEPA Grainsize ANSI/CAMI Grainsizee
P60 269 μm 60 268 μm
P80 201 μm 80 188 μm
P120 127 μm 120 116 μm
P180 78 μm 180 78 μm
P240 58 μm
240 52 μm
P320 46 μm
P400 35 μm 320 34 μm
P600 26 μm
P800 22 μm 400 22 μm
P1000 18.3 μm 500 18 μm
P1200 15.3 μm 600 15 μm
P1500 12.6 μm 800 12 μm
P2500 8.4 μm 1200 6.5 μm
P4000 5.5 μm
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P 80 Silicon Carbide ca 201 μm 30-5232-080 100 74.00
P 120 Silicon Carbide ca 127 μm 30-5232-120 100 58.00

The 4000 grit is only available with plain backing!
Please use our Metgrip Liners or Spray adhesive to create a self-adhesive version of P4000.

P1200 Silicon Carbide 15 μm 133515 100 108.00
Paper with Ø 350 mm is only available with plain backing!
Use our Metgrip Liners or spray adhesive to create a self-adhesive version.
The Mechanical Preparation (continued)

CarbiMet 2 Abrasive Discs are a premium line of polishing times. The uniformity and consistency of these
metallographic grinding papers designed for superior discs make them an excellent choice for use with
grinding performance on all types of metallographic automatic grinding and polishing systems. CarbiMet 2
samples. These discs are designed for wet or dry grinding Discs all utilize premium “C” weight papers and are
of samples. The tightly held abrasive grain sizing gives available with a special pressure sensitive adhesive backing
CarbiMet 2 Abrasive papers the rapid material removal which firmly holds the disc in place during use, but still
and uniform finish needed to reduce rough and final allows easy residue free removal when disc has expired.
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6.4.9. CarbiMet 2 SiC Abrasive Paper Ø 203 mm (8")
Ø 203 mm (8") high quality CarbiMet 2, plain, grit size ANSI/CAMI
60 (P60) SiC 268 μm 30-5108-060-102 100 103.00
120 (P120) SiC 116 μm 30-5108-120-102 100 68.00
180 (P180) SiC 75 μm 30-5108-180-102 100 64.00
240 (P280) SiC 52 μm 30-5108-240-102 100 64.00
320 (P400) SiC 35 μm 30-5108-320-102 100 64.00
400 (P800) SiC 22 μm 30-5108-400-102 100 64.00
600 (P1200) SiC 15 μm 30-5108-600-102 100 64.00
800 (P1500) SiC (MicroCut) 12 μm 30-5538-800-100 100 103.00
1200 (P2500) SiC (MicroCut) 6.5 μm 30-5538-012-100 100 103.00
Ø 203 mm (8") high quality CarbiMet 2, self-adhesive backed, grit size ANSI/CAMI
120 (P120) SiC 116 μm 30-5118-120-102 100 121.00
180 (P180) SiC 75 μm 30-5118-180-102 100 105.00
240 (P280) SiC 52 μm 30-5118-240-102 100 105.00
320 (P400) SiC 35 μm 30-5118-320-102 100 105.00
400 (P800) SiC 22 μm 30-5118-400-102 100 105.00
600 (P1200) SiC 15 μm 30-5118-600-102 100 105.00
800 (P1500) SiC (MicroCut) 12 μm 30-5528-800-100 100 140.00
1200 (P2500) SiC (MicroCut) 6.5 μm 30-5528-012-100 100 140.00

Ø 254 mm high quality CarbiMet 2, plain, grit size ANSI/CAMI
60 (P60) SiC 268 μm 30-5125-1-060-102 100 137.00
120 (P120) SiC 116 μm 30-5125-1-120-102 100 119.00
180 (P180) SiC 75 μm 30-5125-1-180-102 100 107.00
240 (P280) SiC 52 μm 30-5125-1-240-102 100 107.00
320 (P400) SiC 35 μm 30-5125-1-320-102 100 107.00
400 (P800) SiC 22 μm 30-5125-1-400-102 100 107.00
600 (P1200) SiC 15 μm 30-5125-1-600-102 100 107.00
800 (P1500) SiC (MicroCut) 12 μm 30-5125-1-800-100 100 161.00
1200 (P2500) SiC (MicroCut) 6.5 μm 30-5125-1-012-100 100 161.00
Ø 254 mm high quality CarbiMet 2, self-adhesive backed, grit size ANSI/CAMI

120 (P120) SiC 116 μm 30-5125-3-120-102 100 193.00
180 (P180) SiC 75 μm 30-5125-3-180-102 100 167.00
240 (P280) SiC 52 μm 30-5125-3-240-102 100 167.00
320 (P400) SiC 35 μm 30-5125-3-320-102 100 167.00
400 (P800) SiC 22 μm 30-5125-3-400-102 100 167.00
600 (P1200) SiC 15 μm 30-5125-3-600-102 100 167.00
800 (P1500) SiC (MicroCut) 12 μm 30-5125-3-800-100 100 224.00
1200 (P2500) SiC (MicroCut) 6.5 μm 30-5125-3-012-100 100 224.00

Ø 305 mm (12") high quality CarbiMet 2, plain, grit size ANSI/CAMI
60 (P60) SiC 268 μm 30-5121-060-102 100 226.00
120 (P120) SiC 116 μm 30-5121-120-102 100 158.00
180 (P180) SiC 75 μm 30-5121-180-102 100 143.00
240 (P280) SiC 52 μm 30-5121-240-102 100 143.00
320 (P400) SiC 35 μm 30-5121-320-102 100 143.00
400 (P800) SiC 22 μm 30-5121-400-102 100 143.00
600 (P1200) SiC 15 μm 30-5121-600-102 100 143.00
800 (P1500) SiC (MicroCut) 12 μm 30-5542-800-100 100 186.00
1200 (P2500) SiC (MicroCut) 6.5 μm 30-5542-012-100 100 186.00
Ø 305 mm (12") high quality CarbiMet 2, self-adhesive backed, grit size ANSI/CAMI
60 (P60) SiC 268 μm 30-5112-060-102 100 299.00
120 (P120) SiC 116 μm 30-5112-120-102 100 277.00
180 (P180) SiC 75 μm 30-5112-180-102 100 249.00
240 (P280) SiC 52 μm 30-5112-240-102 100 249.00
320 (P400) SiC 35 μm 30-5112-320-102 100 249.00
400 (P800) SiC 22 μm 30-5112-400-102 100 249.00
600 (P1200) SiC 15 μm 30-5112-600-102 100 249.00
800 (P1500) SiC (MicroCut) 12 μm 30-5532-800-100 100 264.00
1200 (P2500) SiC (MicroCut) 6.5 μm 30-5532-012-100 100 264.00
Ø 73 mm high quality CarbiMet 2, self-adhesive backed for MiniMet, see section 10.1.
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6.4.12. MetGrip Liners and Spray Adhesive
MetGrip Liners, double-sided adhesive disc for plain backed grinding paper, reusable
MetGrip Liners Ø 203 mm 30-7508D 10 21.20
Spraying adhesive for silicon carbide papers without adhesive back

Spray adhesive 139005 500 mL 16.20
6.5. Abrasive Belts, Sheets and Rolls

6.5.1. CarbiMet 2 Abrasive Belts, Silicon Carbide
Wet and dry use, grit size ANSI/CAMI, for SurfMet, DuoMet, BS Belt Grinders
80 Silicon Carbide 102x914 mm 16-5200-080-010 10 95.00
6.5.2. ZirMet Abrasive Belts, Zirconia Alumina

Wet and dry use, grit size ANSI/CAMI, for SurfMet, DuoMet, BS Belt Grinders
60 Zirconia 102x914 mm 16-5400-060-005 5 66.00
120 Zirconia 102x914 mm 16-5400-120-005 5 66.00
180 Zirconia 102x914 mm 16-5400-180-005 5 66.00
220 Zirconia 102x914 mm 16-5400-220-005 5 66.00

6.5.3. Abrasive Rolls for Manual Equipment, Silicon Carbide
Standard quality, grit size FEPA for most roll grinders
P120 Silicon Carbide 76 mmx23 m 30-5243-120 1 14.80
6.5.4. CarbiMet 2 Abrasive Rolls, Silicon Carbide

Grit size ANSI/CAMI, for HandiMet 2
240 Silicon Carbide 87.1 mmx18.3 m 30-5143-240-002 1 39.60
6.5.5. CarbiMet 2 Abrasive Strips, Silicon Carbide

Grit size ANSI/CAMI, for HandiMet, self-adhesive backed
240 Silicon Carbide 76.2x279 mm 30-5160-240-102 100 59.00
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6.6. Abrasive Powders
Silicon carbide and alumina abrasives are available in various abrasive sizes. These may, at times, be preferred for
fine lapping or grinding of samples on various surfaces such as cast iron, tin, lead, or cloth covered wheels. The powders
are generally dispersed in distilled water and can vary in consistency from a thin liquid to a paste – like slurry depending
upon the powder-to-water ratio.
6.6.1. Silicon Carbide Powder

Grit size ANSI/CAMI
120 (P120) Silicon Carbide Powder 40-6400-120-080 2.3 kg 43.30
6.6.2. Alumina Powder

Grit size ANSI/CAMI
400 (P800) Alumina Powder 40-6425-400-080 2.3 kg 53.00
600 (P1200) Alumina Powder 40-6430-600-080 2.3 kg 63.00
Grain size
12.5 μm Alumina Powder 40-6612-125-080 2.3 kg 70.00
MetaDi Diamantproducts
Polycrystalline diamonds
like MetaDi Supreme
have a greater number of
cutting facets. This offers
a particularly high material
removal rate and scratch-
free surfaces.
45 µm Diamond in the
SEM 450x (left)
The sharp edges of mono-

crystalline diamonds of the Comparison of the removal rate MetaDi + MetaDi Supreme
MetaDi suspension ensure
a clean surface. MetaDi mono
45 µm Diamond in the MetaDi Supreme
SEM 450x (below)
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7. Diamond Polishing Products
7.1. MetaDi Supreme Diamond Suspension, polycrystalline
Water-based, free of solvents, high diamond concentration, tight distribution of diamond grain size, very high removal rate
in 240 mL plastic bottle with spray nozzle

0.05 μm Diamond Suspension black 40-6627 240 mL 63.00
0.10 μm Diamond Suspension black 40-6628 240 mL 63.00
0.25 μm Diamond Suspension grey 40-6629 240 mL 63.00
1 μm Diamond Suspension blue 40-6630F 240 mL 57.00
3 μm Diamond Suspension green 40-6631F 240 mL 57.00
6 μm Diamond Suspension yellow 40-6632 240 mL 57.00
9 μm Diamond Suspension red 40-6633 240 mL 59.00
15 μm Diamond Suspension brown 40-6634 240 mL 59.00
30 μm Diamond Suspension orange 40-6635 240 mL 59.00
45 μm Diamond Suspension purple 40-6636 240 mL 59.00
in 950 mL plastic bottle (refill bottle)

1 μm Diamond Suspension blue 40-6630F-032 950 mL 141.00
3 μm Diamond Suspension green 40-6631F-032 950 mL 141.00
6 μm Diamond Suspension yellow 40-6632-032 950 mL 141.00
9 μm Diamond Suspension red 40-6633-032 950 mL 151.00
15 μm Diamond Suspension brown 40-6634-032 950 mL 151.00
in 3.8 L plastic bottle (refill bottle)

0.25 μm Diamond Suspension grey 40-6629-128 3.8 L 639.00
1 μm Diamond Suspension blue 40-6630F-128 3.8 L 502.00
3 μm Diamond Suspension green 40-6631F-128 3.8 L 502.00
6 μm Diamond Suspension yellow 40-6632-128 3.8 L 502.00
9 μm Diamond Suspension red 40-6633-128 3.8 L 536.00
15 μm Diamond Suspension brown 40-6634-128 3.8 L 536.00
7.2. MetaDi Supreme DF Diamond Suspension, polycrystalline, dye free

Water-based, dye free, free of solvents, high diamond concentration, tight distribution of diamond grain size,
very high removal rate

1 μm Diamond Suspension (package code: blue) 40-6730 240 mL 57.00
3 μm Diamond Suspension (package code: green) 40-6731 240 mL 57.00
6 μm Diamond Suspension (package code: yellow) 40-6732 240 mL 57.00
9 μm Diamond Suspension (package code: red) 40-6733 240 mL 59.00

1 μm Diamond Suspension (package code: blue) 40-6730-032 950 mL 152.00
3 μm Diamond Suspension (package code: green) 40-6731-032 950 mL 152.00
6 μm Diamond Suspension (package code: yellow) 40-6732-032 950 mL 152.00
9 μm Diamond Suspension (package code: red) 40-6733-032 950 mL 164.00
15 μm Diamond Suspension (package code: brown) 40-6734-032 950 mL 164.00

1 μm Diamond Suspension (package code: blue) 40-6730-128 3.8 L 560.00
3 μm Diamond Suspension (package code: green) 40-6731-128 3.8 L 560.00
6 μm Diamond Suspension (package code: yellow) 40-6732-128 3.8 L 560.00
9 μm Diamond Suspension (package code: red) 40-6733-128 3.8 L 596.00
15 μm Diamond Suspension (package code: brown) 40-6734-128 3.8 L 596.00
Our MSDS are online:

www.buehler.co.uk
Click to > Downloads > MSDS
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7.3. MetaDi Diamond Suspension, monocrystalline
Water-based, free of solvents, high diamond concentration, tight distribution of diamond grain size

1 μm Diamond Suspension blue 40-6530 470 mL 51.00
3 μm Diamond Suspension green 40-6531 470 mL 51.00

1 μm Diamond Suspension blue 40-6530-032 950 mL 92.00
3 μm Diamond Suspension green 40-6531-032 950 mL 92.00
6 μm Diamond Suspension yellow 40-6532-032 950 mL 112.00
9 μm Diamond Suspension red 40-6533-032 950 mL 117.00
15 μm Diamond Suspension brown 40-6534-032 950 mL 117.00

1 μm Diamond Suspension blue 40-6530-128 3.8 L 302.00
3 μm Diamond Suspension green 40-6531-128 3.8 L 302.00
6 μm Diamond Suspension yellow 40-6532-128 3.8 L 368.00
9 μm Diamond Suspension red 40-6533-128 3.8 L 383.00
15 μm Diamond Suspension brown 40-6534-128 3.8 L 383.00
7.4. MetaDi Combo Diamond Suspension plus Extender, monocrystalline

Diamond Suspension and Extender IN ONE, tight distribution of diamond grain size. Designed only for use with dispensing
systems

1 μm Diamond Suspension grey + Extender 40-5530-032 950 mL 43.30
MetaDi Diamond Spray

For the sake of our environment, we do not offer diamond sprays.
Please use our diamond suspensions.
They also make a contribution to environmental protection.
MetaDi Diamond Products

MetaDi diamond products have been used in materials contain synthetic, monocrystalline diamonds and are
preparation for many decades due to their ability to grind available in two bases: as environmental safe suspension
a wide range of materials. With any abrasive for sample in a water base for general use, or as suspension in an oil
preparation, close tolerance of the grain size is very base, for soft or water-sensitive samples.
important. If there are diamonds that deviate from the MetaDi Supreme is manufactured as a water base
target grain size, the large grains cause deep scratches suspension, but with polycrystalline-based diamonds.
and the smaller ones have a lower cutting rate and These have the advantage that the surface presents a lot
extend the preparation process. of sharp edges. Polycrystalline diamonds have a high
MetaDi products are characterized by a particularly close removal rate and grind more effectively than
tolerance to the indicated grain size and thus offer monocrystalline diamonds. MetaDi Supreme is the
optimal preparation characteristics. product of choice for most materials. Because the higher
A consistent concentration of the diamonds ensures cutting rate results in shorter preparation times and
reproducible results and a high surface quality with short longer cloth life, the actual cost of using MetaDi Supreme
preparation times and therefore represents good value for is lower and the quality of the cross section is higher.
money. MetaDi diamond pastes can be supplied with With all MetaDi diamond suspensions, the composition,
natural or synthetic diamonds. Diamonds that exhibit the viscosity of the suspension and the concentration of
sharp edges due to their crystalline structure offer good diamond are always correct. The suspensions are stand-
cutting capabilities and a reduced roughness of the alone products and equipped with an environmentally
prepared sample surface. safe spraying system.
MetaDi diamond suspensions are the most
environmentally safe and problem-free in use. They
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7.5. MetaDi Diamond Suspension monocrystalline, oil-base
Oil based, high diamond concentration, tight distribution of diamond grain size, particularly suitable for soft and water-
sensitive materials, absolutely water-free!

1 μm Diamond Suspension blue 40-6540 470 mL 69.00
3 μm Diamond Suspension green 40-6541 470 mL 69.00
7.6. MetaDi Diamond Paste, natural

Natural diamond, monocrystalline, high diamond concentration, tight distribution of diamond grain size,
in plastic syringe
0.25 μm Diamond Paste grey 40-6102 20 g 75.00
1 μm Diamond Paste blue 40-6128 20 g 76.00
3 μm Diamond Paste green 40-6142 20 g 102.00
6 μm Diamond Paste yellow 40-6162 20 g 124.00
9 μm Diamond Paste red 40-6182 20 g 145.00
15 μm Diamond Paste brown 40-6202 20 g 145.00
7.7. MetaDi Ultra Diamond Paste, polycrystalline and natural NEW!

Synthetic (polycrystalline) + natural diamond, high diamond concentration, tight distribution of
diamond grain size, in plastic syringe
1 μm Diamond Paste grey, blue coded 40-1-6301 20 g 73.00
3 μm Diamond Paste grey, green coded 40-1-6303 20 g 99.00
6 μm Diamond Paste grey, yellow coded 40-1-6305 20 g 121.00
9 μm Diamond Paste grey, red coded 40-1-6307 20 g 134.00
15 μm Diamond Paste grey, brown coded 40-1-6309 20 g 134.00

7.8. MetaDi II Diamond Paste, monocrystalline
Synthetic diamond, monocrystalline, high diamond concentration, tight distribution of diamond
grain size, in plastic syringe
0,25 μm Diamond Paste grey 40-6241 5g 13.50
0,25 μm Diamond Paste grey 40-6240 20 g 53.00
1 μm Diamond Paste blue 40-6244 5g 12.70
1 μm Diamond Paste blue 40-6243 20 g 47.60
3 μm Diamond Paste green 40-6247 5g 16.20
3 μm Diamond Paste green 40-6246 20 g 63.00
6 μm Diamond Paste yellow 40-6250 5g 18.10
6 μm Diamond Paste yellow 40-6249 20 g 66.00
9 μm Diamond Paste red 40-6253 5g 21.40
9 μm Diamond Paste red 40-6252 20 g 82.00
15 μm Diamond Paste brown 40-6256 5g 21.40
15 μm Diamond Paste brown 40-6255 20 g 82.00
7.9. Polishing Extenders (lubricants for diamond)

Lubricant for diamond polishing, no alcohol, environmentally safe!
MetaDi Fluid Lubricant for diamond 155001 1L 8.80
MetaDi Fluid Lubricant for diamond 155003 5L 29.50
Lubricant for diamond polishing on oil-basis, water free!

AutoMet Lapping Oil 60-3250-006 180 mL 14.80
AutoMet Lapping Oil 60-3250-128 3.8 L 63.00
The oil-based products are used if higher amounts of lubrication are

required, particularly with very soft materials such as lead, tin etc.
Beyond that they are suitable for the preparation of water-sensitive
materials such as magnesium, crystals such as NaCl or NaBr etc. Oil-
based products need more care when cleaning.
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8. Final Polishing Powders and Suspensions
8.1. Aluminium Oxide Suspensions
Topol, ready for use, pH neutral
Topol 1 1.0 μm 151101 1L 23.90
Topol 2 0.7 μm 151102 1L 39.10
Topol 3 0.25 μm 151103 1L 57.00
Topol 1 1.0 μm 151101A 20 L 361.00
Topol 2 0.7 μm 151102A 20 L 608.00
MicroPolish II, deagglomerated; concentrate, can be mixed with distilled water pH: neutral
MicroPolish II 1.0 μm 40-6361-006 180 mL 26.30
MicroPolish II 0.3 μm 40-6363-006 180 mL 26.30
MicroPolish II 0.3 μm 40-6363-128 3.8 L 222.00
MicroPolish, concentrate, can be mixed with distilled water pH: neutral

MicroPolish 1,0 μm 40-10081 180 ml 27.00
8.2. Aluminium Oxide Powders

MicroPolish II, alumina powder deagglomerated, can be mixed with distilled water
MicroPolish II 1 μm 40-6321-016 454 g 92.00
MicroPolish II 1 μm 40-6321-080 2270 g 384.00
MicroPolish II 0.3 μm 40-6323-016 454 g 92.00
MicroPolish II 0.3 μm 40-6323-080 2270 g 384.00
MicroPolish, alumina powder, can be mixed with distilled water

MicroPolish 1 μm 40-10079 454 g 94.00
MicroPolish 1 μm 40-10080 2270 g 396.00
MicroPolish 0,3 μm 40-10077 454 g 94.00
MicroPolish 0,3 μm 40-10078 2270 g 396.00
MicroPolish 0,05 μm 40-10075 454 g 96.00
MicroPolish 0,05 μm 40-10076 2270 g 396.00
8.3. Aluminium Oxide Final Polishing Suspensions

MasterPrep, finely dispersed, non-agglomerated particles (0.05 micron) of uniform size, pH: neutral
MasterPrep 0.05 μm 63-6377-006 180 mL 22.20
MasterPrep 0.05 μm 40-6377-032 950 mL 57.00
MasterPrep 0.05 μm 40-6377-064 1.9 L 105.00
Application: soft materials like aluminium or copper, ferrous and steels, non-ferrous metals
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8.4. Colloidal Silica Suspension
MasterMet, SiO2 final polishing suspension; pH : 9.5
MasterMet 0.06 μm 40-6370-006 180 mL 27.80
MasterMet 0.06 μm 40-6370-064 1.9 L 75.00
Application: non-ferrous materials and hard materials like ceramics or glass
MasterMet 2, SiO2 final polishing suspension; pH : 9.5; non crystallizing!

MasterMet 2 0.02 μm 40-6380-006 180 mL 28.60
MasterMet 2 0.02 μm 40-6380-064 1.9 L 78.00
Application: soft non-ferrous like copper or aluminium, ceramics (Alumina, Zirconia etc.) optical fibres (glass and plastic)
The suspensions MasterMet, MasterMet 2 and MasterPrep

can be mixed with etchants for better polishing results!
8.5. Mixed Oxides Polishing Suspensions

MasterPolish, Alumina + SiO2-mixed oxides suspension, pH 9.0
MasterPolish 0.05 μm 40-10084 950 mL 96.00
Application: ferrous materials, ceramics, composites
MasterPolish2, SiO2 + iron oxide-mixed oxides suspension

MasterPolish 2 0.06 μm 40-6376-032 950 mL 58.00
Application: ceramics, glass, sapphire, silicon nitride, metal/ceramic-composites
8.6. Other Polishing Materials

MiroMet, Cerium Oxide (CeO) suspension
MiroMet 1 μm 40-6355-006 180 mL 44.10
Application: glass and very soft materials with very low melting point, synthetic materials, universal polishing compound for
glass

MagoMet, Magnesium Oxide (MgO) powder
MagoMet 1 μm 40-6440-016 454 g 34.50
Application: aluminium, magnesium and their alloys
The Mechanical Preparation (continued)

Oxide Polishing material
Alumina suspension: MasterPrep and Final polishing suspensions: MasterMet and
MicroPolish MasterMet 2
The importance of alumina slurries as the sole polishing These are final polishing products made of colloidal silica
medium has declined over the past years due to the where high surface flatness can be obtained with metals,
availability of economical diamond products and the solder, composites coating layers. Particularly with tough
better results they achieve. Also, because semi or fully or soft materials, the deformation layers are removed by
automatic preparation equipment is more commonplace, the special action of these alkaline suspensions. The
there is a need for continual dosing. suspensions are used after diamond or alumina steps.
Alumina suspensions are suitable after diamond grinding These suspensions can also be used in combination with
or as final polish (0.05μm). An alternative to pre-dispersed suitable etching agent for the chemical-mechanical
alumina suspension is MicroPolish alumina powder. The polishing of difficult samples e.g. titanium.
powder is mixed with distilled water to obtain the MasterPolish and MasterPolish 2
required suspension. All alumina products are equally MasterPolish suspensions are mixed oxide products for
suitable for the polishing process of metals, composite fine grinding and final polishing of ceramic materials,
materials, minerals and ceramic materials. semiconductors, hard metals and composite materials
Deagglomerated Alumina: MicroPolish II with non-metallic components. The polishing effect takes
During the production process, alumina develops place via a chemo-mechanical action, i.e. the polishing
agglomerated particles. In the ideal case, these agent reacts on one hand with the surface of the sample
agglomerates are broken during polishing into single and causes chemical erosion, on the other hand the oxide
crystals. This does not always happen during processing particles create mechanical erosion. The results are
of soft materials such as copper, aluminium or lead, unusually high removal rates and a highly-polished,
because of the low pressure used during the preparation. scratch and relief-free sample surface. MasterPolish is
As a result unwanted scratches often appear on the usually used undiluted and is particularly effective when
surface. With the deagglomerated alumina products, only using polishing cloths without nap such as TexMet cloths.
single crystals are available and they exhibit excellent For the final polish, it can be used with our regular oxide
cutting characteristics. With MicroPolish II products, high polish cloths.
surface flatness can be reached in shorter time.
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Polishing Cloths
Buehler offers a wide range of cloths and pads for the VerduTex
polishing process. Medium hard woven silkcloth
Premium performance cloths for all materials applications. Steel, composite,polymers, aluminium
Select from quality cloths engineered for high removal General use for pre- and endpolishing
rates, long life and superior surface finishes. Used to maximize flatness and retain phases while providing an
Economical solutions to virtually any specimen excellent surface finish
preparation task. Diamond 9 μm to 1 μm
Durable cloth with high lifetime
TriDent
Medium hard, woven synthetic, no nap
Ferrous and non-ferrous metals, microelectronics, coatings
Used to maximize flatness and retain phases while providing an
excellent surface finish
Diamond 9 μm to 1 μm
VelTex
Soft, dense short napped synthetic cloth
Soft ferrous and non-ferrous materials
Soft final polishing cloth used to maximize flatness and surface
finish
Diamond 3 μm to1 μm
MicroFloc
Medium hard, napped rayon cloth
Steel and non-ferrous materials
General use for pre- and end-polishing
Good results with samples that are not embedded
Robust and durable quality
PoliCloth
Medium hard, woven wool cloth
Cast iron (retaining graphite), copper and aluminium alloys,
coal, soft materials
General use
G-Cloth
TexMet P Soft synthetic velvet with low nap
Harder, perforated version of the TexMet non-woven All technical alloys and material, soft to medium hard
pads; recommended for hard, brittle or ceramic materials Final polishing cloth,
during intermediate steps or for fine grinding process Diamond 3 μm to 0.25 μm and oxide polishing
Diamond 45 μm to3 μm
MicroCloth
TexMet C Synthetic cloth, medium nap
Medium hard TexMet non-woven pad All technical alloys and material, soft to medium hard
Ferrous and non-ferrous metals, ceramics, electronic General use, final polishing cloth
packages, PWB's, thermal spray coatings, cast iron, Diamond 3 μm to 0.25 μm and oxide polishing
cermets, minerals, composites, plastics
Pre- and final polishing with MasterTex
Diamond 15 μm to 3 μm Soft synthetic velvet with low nap
All technical alloys and material, soft to medium hard
UltraPad Final polishing cloth
Hard, woven cloth, no nap with high material removal Oxide polishing
Ferrous materials and thermal spray coatings
fine grinding and prepolishing with ChemoMet
Diamond 45 μm to 3 μm Porous, soft synthetic pad, micro-nap
Titanium, stainless steels, lead/tin solders, electronic packages,
soft non-ferrous metals, plastics
General use pad that prevents smearing during chemo-
mechanical polishing
WhiteFelt
Soft and durable matted wool cloth
Ferrous and non-ferrous metals
General use for intermediate to fine steps
Oxide polishing
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9. Polishing Cloths
9.1. Polishing Cloths Ø 200 mm (8")
Ø 200 mm (8") self-adhesive backed
UltraPad Hard woven napless cloth, high removal rate 40-7118 10 83.00
TexMet P Hard non-woven fibre resin, perforated 40-7638 5 78.00
TexMet C Medium hard non-woven fibre resin 40-1108 10 63.00
VerduTex Medium hard to soft synthetic silk, very robust 40-8018 10 69.00
TriDent Medium hard to soft synthetic silk 40-7518 10 63.00
Nylon Medium hard woven nylon 40-7068 10 74.00
MicroFloc Medium hard, flocked rayon 40-8318 10 66.00
VelTex Soft, short-napped velvet 40-8218 10 90.00
PoliCloth Medium hard, woven wool with barrier 40-8418 10 72.00
G-Cloth Final polishing, oxide, fine fibre synthetic 162058 5 32.40
MicroCloth Final polishing, soft, versatile, medium-napped synthetic 40-7218 10 53.00
MasterTex Final polishing, soft, short-napped synthetic velvet 40-7738 10 48.80
ChemoMet Final polishing, porous, chemical-resistant synthetic pad 40-7918 10 84.00
WhiteFelt Alumina-polishing, soft, durable wool-felt 162002 5 33.40

Nylon Medium hard woven nylon cloth 40-7070 10 95.00


Nylon Medium hard woven nylon 40-7072 10 126.00
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VerduTex Medium hard to soft synthetic silk cloth, very robust 40-8024 10 219.00
10. Consumables for MiniMet

10.1. CarbiMet 2 SiC-Paper for MiniMet
Ø 73 mm high quality CarbiMet 2, self-adhesive backed
120 (P120) SiC 116 μm 30-5170-120-102 100 31.80
180 (P180) SiC 78 μm 30-5170-180-102 100 31.80
240 (P280) SiC 52 μm 30-5170-240-102 100 31.80
320 (P400) SiC 35 μm 30-5170-320-102 100 31.80
400 (P800) SiC 22 μm 30-5170-400-102 100 31.80
600 (P1200) SiC 15 μm 30-5170-600-102 100 31.80
800 (P1500) SiC, MicroCut 12 μm 30-5170-800-100 100 31.80
1200 (P2500) SiC, MicroCut 6.5 μm 30-5170-012-100 100 31.80
MiniMet-Set 30-5178-182 50 31.80
Content: 10 abrasive papers with grit sizes 180, 240, 320, 400, 600
10.2. UltraPrep Grinding Discs for MiniMet

Ø 73 mm Diamond Disc, self-adhesive backed
70 μm Diamond Disc metal bonded 69-1571 1 29.70
10.3. Polishing Cloths for MiniMet

Ø 73 mm for MiniMet
UltraPad Hard woven napless cloth 40-7112 20 31.60
TexMet Medium hard non-woven fibre resin 40-1002 20 56.00
TriDent Medium hard to soft synthetic silk cloth 40-7502 20 31.80
Nylon Medium hard woven nylon cloth 40-7052 20 35.60
MicroCloth Oxide polishing, soft, versatile, medium-napped synthetic cloth 40-7212 20 34.60
MasterTex Final polishing, soft, short-napped synthetic velvet-cloth 40-7702 20 35.60
ChemoMet Final polishing, synthetic, chemically resistant 40-7902 20 64.00
10.4. Diamond Grinding Discs for MiniMet

for TEM-Insert MiniMet, self-adhesive backed
45 μm metal bonded Ø 54 mm (21/8") 69-1593 1 151.00
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11. Consumables for Field Metallography
11. 1. Abrasive papers for Electer, PortaPol and other
For rubber disc holder, velcro-mounting Ø 32 mm, SiC
P60 32 mm 120371 100 31.70
P120 32 mm 120373 100 31.70
P180 32 mm 120374 100 31.70
P240 32 mm 120375 100 31.70
For rubber disc holder, Ø 32 mm, SiC, self-adhesive backed

320 32 mm 120366 100 30.10
400 32 mm 120367 100 30.10
600 32 mm 120368 100 30.10
800 32 mm 120369 100 30.10
11.2. Grinding and Polishing Brushes for Electer, PortaPol and other
Spanner for straight handle, arbor-Ø 6 mm, to be used with grinding brushes
Spanner for straight handle 131005 1 12.20
Grinding brushes for straight handles to be used with spanner 13 10 05, quick lock
Grit 80 Ø 63x32 mm 131002 1 19.90
Grit 120 Ø 63x32 mm 131004 1 19.90
Grit 180 Ø 63x32 mm 131006 1 19.90
Fine Ø 63x32 mm 131008 1 20.00
Extra fine Ø 63x32 mm 131010 1 20.00
Felt polishing head, arbor-Ø 6 mm, for straight handle

Felt head cone 25x30 mm 131011 1 11.90
11.3. Polishing Cloths for Electer, PortaPol and other

Polishing cloths for rubber disc holder Ø 30 mm, self-adhesive backed

WhiteFelt general application 160300 20 18.10
VelTex napped cloth 160361 20 26.40
11.4. Replicating Material

RepliMet is a premium quality replicating media for exact surface replicas with < 1 μm resolution in surface detail. It is
simple to use, fast setting and simple to remove. Cover the complete area of interest with a small amount of the
Replication Media and allow to cure. After curing, the media can simply be peeled off.
Replicating Media for field metallography

Manual Applicator 57-6000 1 51.00
Static Mixers 57-6001 10 11.20
Replication Media 1/7 1 min working / 7 min curing time 57-6002 50mL 40.30
Replication Media 7/30T thixotropic, 7 min working / 30 min curing time 57-6003 50mL 40.30
Acetate-replicating sheets for field metallography

Replica sheet 10x12 cm, 35 μm thick 70-986E 20 sheet 78.00
Replica sheet 10x12 cm, 125 μm thick 70-987E 20 sheet 85.00
Replica tape roll 25.4x7600 mm, 130 μm thick 57-5000 1 Roll 30.60
Application note:
Soak the Replica sheet in acetone. Wet the polished and etched surface with a few
drops of acetone and cover it with the replica sheet. After drying, the sheet can be
peeled off and attached to a slide for microscopic examination.
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12. Fibre optics and Microelectronics
12.1. FibrMet Abrasive Discs
FibrMet Abrasive Discs are PSA (polyester backed) films, approx. 0.1 mm thick, coated with either an
aluminium oxide or silicon carbide abrasive. These discs and sheets can be used wet or dry and are most suitable for
fine grinding and polishing application, such as optical fibre and microelectronics where resultant surface flatness is
essential.
for FibrMet-Platen with Ø 102 mm (4")

12 μm yellow aluminium oxide, PSA 69-3100-050 50 47.60
9 μm blue aluminium oxide, PSA 69-3101-050 50 47.60
3 μm Pink aluminium oxide, PSA 69-3102-050 50 47.60
1 μm green aluminium oxide, PSA 69-3103-050 50 47.60
0.3 μm grey aluminium oxide, PSA 69-3104-050 50 47.60
for Platen with Ø 203 mm (8")

12 μm yellow aluminium oxide, PSA 69-3170 50 126.00
9 μm blue aluminium oxide, PSA 69-3171 50 126.00
3 μm Pink aluminium oxide, PSA 69-3172 50 126.00
1 μm green aluminium oxide, PSA 69-3173 50 126.00
0.3 μm grey aluminium oxide, PSA 69-3174 50 126.00

12 μm yellow aluminium oxide, PSA 69-3120 50 242.00
9 μm blue aluminium oxide, PSA 69-3121 50 242.00
3 μm Pink aluminium oxide, PSA 69-3122 50 242.00
1 μm green aluminium oxide, PSA 69-3123 50 242.00
0.3 μm grey aluminium oxide, PSA 69-3124 50 242.00
Extender for FibrMet-films

FibrMet Polishing Extender 40-10085 32 oz 85.00
Our MSDS are online:

www.buehler.co.uk
Click to > Downloads > MSDS
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12.2. UltraPrep Diamond Lapping Film Type A
UltraPrep Diamond Lapping Film products are designed for various material
applications including microelectronic devices, wafers, ceramics, optical fibres,
petrographic, and other metallographic materials. The Type A film is ideal for
preparation applications where surface flatness and minimal deformation are
critical.
for FibrMet-Platen with Ø 102 mm (4")

30 μm green self adhesive, diamond 69-3111 5 90.00
15 μm dark brown self adhesive, diamond 69-3112 5 74.00
9 μm blue self adhesive, diamond 69-3113 5 74.00
6 μm brown self adhesive, diamond 69-3114 5 74.00
3 μm pink self adhesive, diamond 69-3115 5 74.00
1 μm purple self adhesive, diamond 69-3116 5 74.00
0.5 μm creamy white self adhesive, diamond 69-3117 5 74.00
0.1 μm grey self adhesive, diamond 69-3118 5 74.00

30 μm green self adhesive, diamond 15-6830 5 205.00
15 μm dark brown self adhesive, diamond 15-6815 5 163.00
9 μm blue self adhesive, diamond 15-6809 5 163.00
6 μm brown self adhesive, diamond 15-6806 5 163.00
3 μm pink self adhesive, diamond 15-6803 5 163.00
1 μm purple self adhesive, diamond 15-6801 5 163.00
0.5 μm creamy white self adhesive, diamond 15-6795 5 163.00
0.1 μm grey self adhesive, diamond 15-6791 5 163.00
30 μm green plain, diamond 15-6831 5 193.00
15 μm dark brown plain, diamond 15-6816 5 156.00
9 μm blue plain, diamond 15-6810 5 156.00
6 μm brown plain, diamond 15-6807 5 156.00
3 μm pink plain, diamond 15-6804 5 156.00
1 μm purple plain, diamond 15-6802 5 156.00
0.5 μm creamy white plain, diamond 15-6796 5 156.00

0.1 μm grey plain, diamond 15-6792 5 156.00
Plain UltraPrep grinding films normally are fixed via adhesion with
some drops of water on a plain glass platen.
The glass is supported by a standard platen for use with
all grinder polishers from Buehler.
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13. Various Aids and Laboratory Accessories
13.1. Cleaning and Etching
Cleaning accessories
Plastic bottle with spray nozzle 0.5 L 155101 1 6.50
Plastic bottle with spray tube 0.5 L 152001 1 4.10
Plastic bottle with spray tube 1.0 L 152002 1 4.30
PlasticBox for Cotton Wool, to be wall-mounted, comes with cotton 172014 1 29.30
Pure Cotton Wool, 180 g 172005 180 g 2.80
Gloves (disposable), S, nitrile 113035 100 11.90
Gloves (disposable), M, nitrile 113036 100 11.90
Gloves (disposable), L, nitrile 113037 100 11.90
Gloves (disposable), XL, nitrile 113038 100 11.90
Industrial cleaner for removing remaining adhesive from work discs

Cleaner Spray, lemon-base 199995 500 mL 27.20
Etching beakers and accessories

Polypropylene etching beaker with lid Ø 70 mm 172010 1 4.10
Polypropylene etching beaker with lid Ø 120 mm 172011 1 6.70
Tweezers, with plastic isolated grips, stainless steel, 200 mm 172002 1 20.20
Tweezers, stainless steel, 200 mm 172004 1 9.70
Protective sheets for a clean working space

Protective sheet, 305x305 mm 41-10091 1 46.40
Protective sheet, 375x375 mm 41-10092 1 83.00
13.2. Ultrasonic Cleaning Solultions

UltraMet 2 Sonic Cleaning Solution is an environmentally safe, degreasing agent for more difficult cleaning requirements. It
is recommended for use on the BuehlerVanguard Fully Automatic Preparation System.
Ultrasonic Cleaning Solutions, mixing ratio 1:20 up to 1:6

UltraMet 2 Ultrasonic Cleaning Solution 75-6000-032 0.95 L 20.20
13.3. Bonding Material

Thermoplastic for mounting thin sections on sample holders
Lakeside Cement L 70 C 12 bars, approx. 250 g 40-8100 1 78.00
Instructions: used at 120-140°C, solid after cooling, soluble in alcohol and acetone
Crystalbond Nr. 509 1 bar, approx. 100 g 40-8150 1 40.30
Instructions: used at 120-130°C, solid after cooling, soluble in alcohol and acetone
Crystalbond LT 1 stick, 178x25.4x12.7 mm 20-8145 1 40.30
Instructions: used at 52-54 °C, solid after cooling, soluble in alcohol and acetone
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13.4. Storing
Storage cabinet for abrasive papers, polishing cloths, platen, MagnoDiscs, stackable
Storage cabinet for consumables and accessories Ø 250 mm, outer dimensions: 300x320x365 mm
6 shelves 260x40x346 mm (WxHxD, inner dimension) 190606 1 115.00
12 shelves 260x16x346 mm (WxHxD, inner dimension) 190607 1 126.00
Storage cabinet, PVC light grey with plexiglas door, removable inserts, lockable
Storage cabinet for consumables and accessories Ø 300 mm
6 shelves, 335x320x330 mm (WxDxH), outer diameter 190609 1 238.00
Additional Inserts (4 pieces) for storage cabinet19 06 09
Ideal for MagnoMet or MagnoPad-discs 190610 1 68.00
Desiccator storage cabinet for prepared specimens (with silica gel drying material), lockable
Storage cabinet, steel, with 10 drawers
400x420x500 mm (WxDxH) 22.5 kg 20-1445 1 811.00
Inserts for storage cabinet 20-1445, for 50 samples with Ø 25 mm (1") 20-1446 1 31.70
Inserts for storage cabinet 20-1445, for 50 samples with Ø 32 mm (1¼") 20-1447 1 28.30
Inserts for storage cabinet 20-1445, for 38 samples with Ø 40 mm (1½") 20-1448 1 24.00
Desiccator storage cabinet for prepared specimens

Storage cabinet, acrylic glass / aluminium with 4 shelves 190608 590.00
electronic hygrometer, door with magnetic lock, dessicant tray
310x525x375 mm (WxDxH), 7 kg
Desiccator for storage of samples

Dessicator glass with lid and 3 plexiglas divisions 190601 1 302.00
Lid for dessicator Ø 250 mm (spare part) 190602 1 70.00
Plexiglas division for dessicator (spare part) 190603 1 126.00
Accessories
Silica gel for samples storing and dessicators 190604 1 kg 24.70
Vacuum grease 834302 1 13.60
MetCoat protection lacquer for samples, aerosol 20-8190 170 g 11.80
Storage cups for prepared samples, 37x40 mm ( ØxH) 20-8174 25 34.00
13.5. Accessories for Microscopy

Accessories for upright microscopes
Metal Slides 75x25 mm 190403 5 36.30
Plasticine Clay 190401 1 kg 6.50
Protective Paper (Josef-Paper) to use with levelling press 190402 500 18.10
Slides and cover slips

Glass Slides 28x48 mm (1.0 mm thick) 190501 100 27.70
Cover Slips 20x20 mm 190502 100 13.60
Glass Slides 46x27 mm (1.2-1.4 mm thick) L312 100 36.30
VARIOUS ACCESSORIES
13.6. Books and Educational Material

Buehler SumMet, The Sum of our Experience FN01255 1 25.00
A Guide to Materials Preparation and Analysis
136 pages with color images
SumMet, Buehler's Guide for Materials Preparation, CD-ROM FN01255 1 15.00
Iron-Carbon/Cementite Phase Diagram, Poster; 96x63.5 cm FN00454 1 13.00
Table for Knoop and Vickers Hardness Numbers FN00726 1 24.00
E. Weck and E. Leistner: Metallographic instructions for color etching I 200005 1 30.00
Klemm color etching
E. Weck and E. Leistner: Metallographic instructions for color etching II 200006 1 36.00
Beraha color etchants and their different variations
E. Weck and E. Leistner: Metallographic instructions for color etching III 200007 1 36.00
Non ferrous materials, cemented carbides and ferrous metals, nickel- and cobalt-base alloys
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Notes
Notes
Notes
Index EpoxiCure ________________________ 20 O
Etching beakers (polyproplyene) _____ 48 Oxide polishing compounds ________ 40
A
F P
Abrasive cut-off wheels _________ 8, 11
FibrMet abrasive discs ______________ 46 PetroThin consumables ____________ 16
Abrasive papers __________________ 30
Field metallography ________________ 45 Pigments for epoxies ______________ 23
Abrasive powders ________________ 36
Final polishing suspension __________ 40 PhenoCure _______________________ 18
Accessories for cold mounting ______ 23
Final polishing materials ____________ 40 Planar grinding papers _____________ 29
Accessories for microscopy _________ 49
FlatEdgeFiller _____________________ 23 PlanarMet _______________________ 29
AcuThin Cut-off wheels ___________ 13
Plasticine ________________________ 49
Adhesive discs double sided ________ 35 G
Alumina cut-off blades __________ 8, 11 PoliCloth ________________________ 43
G-Cloth __________________________ 43
Alumina polishing (cloth for) ________ 43 Polishing cloths ___________________ 42
Glossy, clear view paste ____________ 16
Alumina suspension ______________ 40 Powder alumina __________________ 36
Gloves ___________________________ 48
AutoMet Lapping Oil ______________ 39 Powder silicon carbide______________ 36
Grinding belts ____________________ 35
Apex ___________________________ 25 Premolds ________________________ 18
Grinding cups ____________________ 16
Apex CGD _______________________ 26 ProbeMet ________________________ 18
Grinding papers ___________________ 30
Apex DGD _______________________ 26 Grinding powders _________________ 36 R
ApexHercules H & S _______________ 25 Grinding rolls _____________________ 35 ReleaseAgent ____________________ 23
B Replicating Media _________________ 45
H
Bakelite (PhenoCure) ______________ 18 Ring forms _______________________ 22
Hercules fine grinding discs _________ 25
Buehler Balsam __________________ 49 S
I
C SamplKlip ________________________ 23
IsoCut CBN-cut-off blades ___________ 9
CarbiMet 2 grinding papers ________ 34 SamplKup _______________________ 22
IsoCut coolant ____________________ 16
CBN-blades for precision cutters _______9 SamplKwick ______________________ 20
IsoCut Plus coolant ________________ 16
CBN-Blades for abrasive cutters _____ 15 Silica gel _________________________ 49
J Silcon carbide papers ______________ 30
Cerium oxide suspension ___________ 41
Josef-Paper _______________________ 49 Silicone spray _____________________ 23
ChemoMet cloth __________________ 43
Chromium oxide suspension ________ 41 K Spray bottles (plastic) ______________ 48
Cleaning solutions ________________ 48 KonductoMet I ___________________ 18 Slides (glass) _____________________ 49
Coarse grinding discs (CGD) ________ 26 Slides (metal) _____________________ 49
L Spray adhesive ____________________ 35
Cold mounting compound _________ 19 Laboratory accessories _____________ 48
Cool coolant _____________________ 16 Stirrers __________________________ 23
Lakeside Cement L70C _____________ 49 Storage cabinet ___________________ 49
Compression mounting compounds____ 17
Literature ________________________ 49
Conductive Filler _________________ 23 T
Lubricant ________________________ 39
Cotton wool _____________________ 48 Technovit ________________________ 20
Crystalbond _____________________ 49 M TexMet cloth _____________________ 43
Cutting materials ___________________8 MagnoFix ________________________ 25 Topol ___________________________ 40
Cut-off blades _____________________8 MagnoMet _______________________ 25 TransOptic powder ________________ 18
MagnoPad _______________________ 25 TriDent __________________________ 43
D MagoMet ________________________ 41
Dessicator _______________________ 49 Tweezers ________________________ 48
MasterMet _______________________ 40
Dially Phthalate __________________ 18 U
MasterPolish ______________________ 41
Diamond grinding discs (DGD) ______ 26 UltraPad _________________________ 43
MasterPrep _______________________ 40
Diamond lubricant ________________ 39 MasterTex ________________________ 43 UltraPol __________________________ 43
Diamond paste ___________________ 39 UltraPrep diamond abrasive disc _____ 29
MetaDi diamond products __________ 37
Diamond polishing compounds _____ 37 UltraPrep lapping film ______________ 47
MetaDi Fluid ______________________ 39
Diamond suspension ______________ 37 Ultrasonic cleaning sloution _________ 48
MetCoat protection lacquer ________ 49
Diamond cut-off blades _________ 8, 15 UniClip __________________________ 23
MetGrip Liners, adhesive foils _______ 35
Drying agent silica gel _____________ 49 MetPolish chromium oxide __________ 41 V
E MicroCloth _______________________ 43 VariDur cold mounting compound ______ 19
EdgeMet Kit _____________________ 23 MicroFloc ________________________ 43 VerduTex cloth ____________________ 43
EpoBlue _________________________ 23 MicroPolish _______________________ 40 VelTex cloth ______________________ 43
EpoColor ________________________ 20 MiniMet consumables _____________ 44
W
EpoHeat ________________________ 20 MiroMet cerium oxide ______________ 41
White Felt _______________________ 43
EpoKwick _______________________ 20 Mixed oxides polishing compounds _____ 41
EpoMet _________________________ 18 Mounting aids ____________________ 23 Z
EpoMix _________________________ 20 Mounting compounds _________ 17, 19 Zirconia grinding papers ___________ 29
EpoPlast ________________________ 20 Mounting moulds _________________ 22 ZirMet planar grinding paper _______ 29
EpoThin _________________________ 20 MultiClamp ______________________ 23
Epovit __________________________ 18
N
Epoxy cold mounting compounds _____ 20 Nylon cloth _______________________ 43

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Grinding and Polishing

Various Consumables and Accessories

1.1. Abrasive Cut-off Wheels with Ø12.7 mm arbor

AcuThin Blades, extra thin

Abrasive cut-off wheels

Abrasive cut-off wheels, for soft materials, fine-grained

1.2. Diamond Wafering Blades with Ø 12.7 mm arbor

1.3. IsoCut CBN-Wafering Blades with Ø 12.7 mm arbor

1.4. Grinding Cups for IsoMet 5000

Buehler IsoMet Diamond Wafering Blades

RR - Resin Rubber, R - Rubber

2.1.1. Abrasive Cut-off Wheels Ø 230 mm

Ø 230 mm for cutters with Ø 22 mm arbor

2.1. 3. Abrasive Cut-off Wheels Ø 300 mm

Metallographic Cutting (continued)

2.1. 5. Abrasive Cut-off Wheels Ø 400 mm

2.2. AcuThin Cut-Off Wheels

AcuThin Series, fine grained alumina extra-thin cut-off wheels

Abrasive Cutting Trouble Shooting Guide

Uneven coolant distribution Distribute the coolant more evenly

Choose wheel for harder material

Ø 305 mm (12") Orbital Cut-Off Wheels

Ø 356 mm (14") Orbital Cut-Off Wheels

Ø 403 mm (16") Orbital Cut-Off Wheels

Ø 455 mm (18") Orbital Cut-Off Wheels

Advantages of Orbital Cutting

Ø 250 mm for Cuto 20, AbrasiMet, AbrasiMatic etc

Ø 300 mm for PowerMet 1000, Cuto 35 etc

Ø 400 mm for Delta-Cutter, Cuto 75A etc

Ø 450 mm for Delta 2319 etc

Ø 457 mm and 609 mm for Lapro Slab Saw

Cutting fluid anti-corrosive. For IsoMet Low Speed Saw

Paste to keep transparent windows in cutters clear

Cleaner for recirculation systems

Additive for coolants when cutting copper and its alloys

Dressing Sticks for Diamond- and CBN-Blades

2.7. Accessories for PetroThin

Grinding Cups for PetroThin

Selection Criteria for Compression Moulding

Epovit  94  Negligible < 10 min

KonductoMet I  88  Some, small < 10 min

Thermoplastic: Acrylic hot mounting compound for transparent mounting

Thermosetting: conductive Phenolic for SEM-analysis, filler: graphite

Recommended Parameters for Hot Mounting Compounds

TransOptic 180 °C 275 bar 6 / 11 min 6 / 11 min 7 / 11 min 8 / 11 min

Acrylic, fast curing, curing time 5 - 15 min

Epoxy cold mounting compounds are useful for vacuum impregnation

Selection Criteria for Cold Mounting Compounds

VariDur 200 < 10 min    Routine

VariDur 3000 10 min    Edge investigation

VariKleer < 10 min Transparent*  PCB

EpoxiCure <8h Transparent   < HV400

EpoKwick <2h Transparent   < HV400 Quick cure

EpoHeat < 2 h @ 55° C Transparent   < HV400 Quick cure

EpoThin <9h Transparent   < HV400 Petrography

* in combination with compression hardening in a pressure pot

Cast N‘ Vac 1000

Mounting Moulds for castable (cold) resins, silicon rubber, reusable