The MetPrep 3™ Grinder/Polisher with PH-3™ Power Head for Hot Cells is a powerful system for semiautomatic operation sample preparation. It is designed to withstand hot cell/glovebox environments, and has an overall reduced size to fit through most portholes. Critical components of the machine have been removed to an external (remote) control box. Removable cover/side plates allow easy access for serviceability.
Intuitive menu navigation with a user-friendly touchpad interface and backlit LCD make them easy to use and program. The microprocessor-based system allows up to 25 programmable steps, including parameters for platen speed, comp/contra rotation (sample holder/platen), cycle time, fluid selection, sample force (LbF or N), sample rotation speed, water rinse, and force reduction (on/off, %)
Either aluminum or magnetic platens may be used with any plain/adhesive-backed or magnetic system disc.
Features
MetPrep 3™
| Touch-pad switches control all functions | External control box protects critical components connected with a cable up to 18’ (5.5 m) | |
| Removable side plates allow easy access for serviceability | Reduced size - if necessary it can fit through a 14" (356 mm) diameter porthole | |
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Lifting lugs for power head and grinder/polisher base |
Drain line (stainless steel) exits to the right of the polisher |
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| Programmable up to 25 polishing steps, including parameters for platen speed, comp/contrarotation (sample holder/platen), cycle time, fluid selection, sample force (LbF or N), sample rotation speed, water rinse and force reduction (On/Off, %) |
Extra male/female fittings for communication cable provided with wiring drawing for easy hot box connection |
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| Variable platen speed: 50-600 RPM (10 RPM increments) | Clockwise/counterclockwise platen rotation | |
| 0.38 HP (280 W) motor with durable reduction gearbox for constant high-torque output | Variable platen jog speed: 50-600 RPM (10 RPM increments) | |
| Stable aluminum/stainless steel construction - no plastic or rubber components | Variable cycle time: 0-120 minutes (15 second increments) | |
| Emergency shut-off switch |
Durable chain drive for the platen and sample rotation motors |
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| Fully assembled size 13" W x 19.5" D x 22" H (330 x 495 x 559 mm) |
Weight: 120 lb. (54 kg) |
PH-3™ Power Head
| Unique tilt-up feature allows easy access to platen and holder | Soft-start and force reduction control | |
| All primary electrical connections are housed in power head for ease of service |
Individual force pressure pistons are easily replaceable cartridges |
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| Simple push/pull attachment and removal of holders | Quick-lock system allows sample holder positioning across entire platen surface | |
| Variable rotation speed: 0-150 RPM (10 RPM increments) | 0.125 HP (95 W) motor with durable reduction gearbox for constant high-torque output | |
| Comp and contra rotation | Produces flat mounts with individual force polishing | |
| Individual force sample preparation of up to 3 mounts, adjustable from 0-16 lb. in 1 lb. increments (0-70 N in ~5 N increments) | Six (6) month warranty | |
| Designed & manufactured by Allied in the USA | Special Lead Time: 12 - 16 weeks |
| Item # | Description | Qty | |
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| 5-2510-LA | MetPrep 3™ Grinder/Polisher with PH-3™ Power Head for Hot Cells, 115 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase |
Product Accessories
NOTE: Standard/Magnetic platens, Sample Loading Fixtures & Holders are SOLD SEPARATELY. Please choose accessories from the list below to ensure a complete system is configured for quotation.
| Item # | Description | Qty | |
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| 5-3835 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 1" (25 mm) Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3840 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 30 mm Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3845 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 1.25" (32 mm) Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3850 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 1.5" (38 mm) Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3855 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 40 mm Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3860 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 50 mm Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3865 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 2" Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3800 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) Variable Diameter Mounts from 1” to 1.5" using corresponding Spacer Rings, Individual Force | |
| 5-3X35-40 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Individual Force Spacer Ring, for 1"/25 mm Mount for use with 5-3800 Sample Holder | |
| 5-3X40-40 | Click to Enlarge » |
Individual Force Spacer Ring, for 30 mm Mount for use with 5-3800 Sample Holder | |
| 5-3X45-40 | Click to Enlarge » |
Individual Force Spacer Ring, for 1.25" Mount for use with 5-3800 Sample Holder | |
| 5-3X50-40 | Click to Enlarge » |
Individual Force Spacer Ring, for 1.5" Mount for use with 5-3800 Sample Holder | |
| 5-2005 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Standard Platen, 8" (203 mm) | |
| 5-2005M |  Click to Enlarge » |
Magnetic Platen, 8" (203 mm) |
