The NEW MetPrep 3x™ grinding and polishing machines, with the PH™ line of power heads, are powerful systems for semiautomatic operation, ideal for low to high volume sample preparation requirements. Two combinations provide ideal solutions that accommodate any lab, application or material.
The microprocessor-based system allows the operator to use either the manual Input Mode to enter parameters throughout a procedure, or the user-defined preprogrammed Steps and Sequences Mode to select steps in a sequence as the procedure advances.
The PH-3™/PH-4™ power heads offer maximum versatility for low to high volume semi-automatic sample preparation, using either central or individual sample force modes. The pneumatic-electric systems provide controlled sample force and allow up to nine (9) samples to be prepared simultaneously, depending on power head, mount diameter and holder size. The unique tilt-up design allows easy, unhindered access to the sample holder and platen, and eliminates the need to reposition the head during the preparation procedure.
Either standard or magnetic platens may be used with any plain/adhesive backed or magnetic system disc.
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MetPrep 3 Grinding/Polishing System
Features
MetPrep 3x
| Store and recall of up to ten (10) user-programmable sequences with up to ten (10) individual steps each, including settings for platen speed, force mode, comp/contra rotation (sample holder/platen), cycle time, fluid selection, sample force (lbf or N), sample rotation speed, water rinse, soft start and force reduction | 7" (178 mm) color LCD touchscreen with intuitive interface to control all functions, with adjustable units (lbf/N) | |
| Powerful, quiet 0.7 HP (535 W) brushless DC motor | Molded one-piece corrosion resistant RIM enclosure with overflow diversion protects internal components | |
| Electronic coolant control with adjustable flow control valve | Quick-change platen design, anodized to resist wear and corrosion | |
| Retractable coolant nozzle that allows quick and easy sample/bowl cleaning | Constructed with components precision machined from solid billet aluminum and stainless steel | |
| Built-in programming and seamless integration of optional ID-5x™ fluid dispenser for automatic operation | Variable platen and jog speed: 20 – 600 RPM (10 RPM increments) | |
| Low profile design | Sensor control indexes sample holder push button toward the front at the end of the cycle for easy access | |
| Emergency shut-off switch | Designed & manufactured by Allied in the USA | |
| Two (2) year warranty |
PH-3 & PH-4 Power Heads
| Central force sample preparation of up to nine (9) samples | Soft-start/stop force control | |
| Individual force sample preparation of up to four (4) samples | Simple push-button attachment and removal of sample holders | |
| Unique tilt-up feature for easy access to platen and holder | Safety sensor that stops operation if power head is tilted up | |
| Variable sample rotation speed: 0 – 150 RPM (10 RPM increments) with comp/contra direction control | Optional Protective Shield available for added safety | |
| Quick-lock system to allow sample holder positioning across platen radius | 0.33 HP (250 W) motor with durable reduction gearbox for constant high torque outpu | |
| Designed & manufactured by Allied in the USA | Two (2) year warranty |
| Item # | Description | Qty | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-2650 | METPREP 3x™ GRINDER/POLISHER w/PH-3™ POWER HEAD for 8" or 10" PLATENS, 100-240 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase Includes: Splash Ring and Platen Cover | ||
| 5-2750 | METPREP 3x™ GRINDER/POLISHER w/PH-4™ POWER HEAD for 8" or 10" PLATENS, 100-240 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase Includes: Splash Ring and Platen Cover |
Product Accessories
NOTE: Aluminum/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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-3301 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, Blank with Heating Stage, 140 mm | |
| 5-3330 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (6) 25 mm - 1.25" Samples, Teardrop Central Force, for use with 8" (203 mm) or 10" (254 mm) platens | |
| 5-3340 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (5) 25 mm - 40 mm Samples, Teardrop Central Force for use with 8" (203 mm) or 10" (254 mm) platens | |
| 5-3345 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 25 mm - 40 mm Samples, Teardrop Central Force for use with 8" (203 mm) or 10" (254 mm) platens | |
| 5-3361 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (6) 25 mm - 1.25" Samples, Dual-Cavity Central Force for use with 8" (203 mm) or 10" (254 mm) platens | |
| 5-3380 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Loading Fixture for 5-33XX Series Holders | |
| 5-3401 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, Blank with Heating Stage, 160 mm | |
| 5-3435 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (6) 25 mm - 1.5" Samples, Teardrop Central Force for use with 10" (254 mm) platens | |
| 5-3440 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 25 mm - 2" Samples, Teardrop Central Force for use with 10" (254 mm) platens | |
| 5-3445 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (9) 25 mm - 1.25" Samples, Teardrop Central Force for use with 10" (254 mm) platens | |
| 5-3460 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (8) 25 mm - 1.25" Samples, Dual-Cavity Central Force for use with 10" (254 mm) platens | |
| 5-3461 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (6) 30 mm - 40 mm Samples, Dual-Cavity Central Force for use with 10" (254 mm) platens | |
| 5-3465 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) Position Clamp Style 1.25" x 2" (32 x 50 mm) Pocket for Central Force for use with 10" (254 mm) platens | |
| 5-3490 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (5) 1.2" x 2.1" (30 x 53 mm) Rectangles, Central Force for use with 10" (254 mm) platens | |
| 5-3491 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 1.6" x 2.7" (40 x 68 mm) Rectangles, Central Force for use with 10" (254 mm) platens | |
| 5-3494 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 2" x 2" (51 x 51 mm) Squares, Central Force for use with 10" (254 mm) platens | |
| 5-3480 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Loading Fixture for 5-34XX Series Holders | |
| 5-3835 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 1" (25 mm) Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-3™ Power Head | |
| 5-3840 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 30 mm Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-3™ Power Head | |
| 5-3845 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 1.25" (32 mm) Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-3™ Power Head | |
| 5-3850 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 1.5" (38 mm) Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-3™ Power Head | |
| 5-3855 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 40 mm Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-3™ Power Head | |
| 5-3860 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 50 mm Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-3™ Power Head | |
| 5-3865 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 2" Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-3™ Power Head | |
| 5-3735 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (4) 1" (25 mm) Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-4™ Power Head | |
| 5-3740 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (4) 30 mm Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-4™ Power Head | |
| 5-3745 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (4) 1.25" (32 mm) Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-4™ Power Head | |
| 5-3750 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (4) 1.5" (38 mm) Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-4™ Power Head | |
| 5-3755 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (4) 40 mm Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-4™ Power Head | |
| 5-3760 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (4) 50 mm Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-4™ Power Head | |
| 5-3765 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (4) 2" (51 mm) Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-4™ Power Head | |
| 5-3800 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) Variable Diameter Mounts from 1” to 1.5" using corresponding Spacer Rings, Individual Force for use with PH-3™ Power Head | |
| 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 | |
| 5-3700 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (4) Variable Diameter Mounts from 1” to 40 mm using corresponding Spacer Rings, Individual Force for use with PH-4™ Power Head | |
| 5-3X35-50 | Click to Enlarge » |
Individual Force Spacer Ring, for 1"/25 mm Mount for use with 5-3700 Sample Holder | |
| 5-3X40-50 | Click to Enlarge » |
Individual Force Spacer Ring, for 30 mm Mount for use with 5-3700 Sample Holder | |
| 5-3X45-50 | Click to Enlarge » |
Individual Force Spacer Ring, for 1.25" Mount for use with 5-3700 Sample Holder | |
| 5-3X50-50 | Click to Enlarge » |
Individual Force Spacer Ring, for 1.5" Mount for use with 5-3700 Sample Holder | |
| 5-3X55-50 | Click to Enlarge » |
Individual Force Spacer Ring, for 40 mm Mount for use with 5-3700 Sample Holder | |
| 5-2005 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Standard Platen, 8" (203 mm) | |
| 5-2005M |  Click to Enlarge » |
Magnetic Platen, 8" (203 mm) | |
| 5-6010 | Click to Enlarge » |
Standard Platen, 10" (254 mm) | |
| 5-6010M | Click to Enlarge » |
Magnetic Platen, 10" (254 mm) | |
| 90-208300 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Magnetic Base, 8" (203 mm), with Adhesive Backing | |
| 90-208302 | Click to Enlarge » |
Magnetic Base, 10" (254 mm), with Adhesive Backing | |
| 5-8100 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Platen Storage Cabinet for Platens, Discs or Cloths up to 12" (305 mm) Diameter | |
| 5-8105 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Aluminum Tray/Shelf | |
| 5-3X346 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Splash shield for PH-3, PH-4 & PH-6 powerheads |
