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Order<strong>in</strong>g In<strong>for</strong>mation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1<br />

Section<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Abrasive Cut-off Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3<br />

Diamond Wafer<strong>in</strong>g Blades & Dress<strong>in</strong>g Sticks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8<br />

Diamond Cut-off Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9<br />

Cutt<strong>in</strong>g Fluids & Section<strong>in</strong>g Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10<br />

PetroTh<strong>in</strong>®, Lapro® & Trim Saw Section<strong>in</strong>g Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Compression Mount<strong>in</strong>g Compounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12<br />

Castable Mount<strong>in</strong>g Compounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 19, 21, 23<br />

Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g/Polish<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Apex® CGD Coarse Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24<br />

Apex® Quick-Change Magnetic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25<br />

ApexHercules® Rigid Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25<br />

Apex® Diamond Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g Discs (DGD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26<br />

ReVēl Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27<br />

SumMet Bundles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28<br />

UltraPrep Diamond Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29<br />

CarbiMet® 2 Abrasive Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30<br />

<strong>Buehler</strong>Met® II Abrasive Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32<br />

Abrasive Belts, Rolls & Strips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34<br />

Abrasive Lapp<strong>in</strong>g Film . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35<br />

Diamond Lapp<strong>in</strong>g Film . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36<br />

Abrasive Powders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37<br />

Premium Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloths & Pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38<br />

Magnetic Backed (MB) Cloths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40<br />

Diamond Polish<strong>in</strong>g Suspensions & Pastes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41<br />

F<strong>in</strong>al Polish<strong>in</strong>g Powders & Suspensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44<br />

MicroPolish® & MicroPolish® II Powders & Suspensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45<br />

Replicat<strong>in</strong>g <strong>Materials</strong> . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46<br />

Analysis/Documentation<br />

Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47<br />

Hardness Tester Indenters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48<br />

Hardness Calibration Test Blocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49<br />

<strong>Buehler</strong> Education Schedule<br />

<strong>Buehler</strong> Education Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51<br />

Index<br />

Approximate <strong>Consumables</strong> Shelf-Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54<br />

<strong>Buehler</strong> International Serial Number Month Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53<br />

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59<br />

Distributors/Sales Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inside Back Cover<br />

Table of Contents<br />

2 Effective 2011


Abrasive Cutt<strong>in</strong>g Troubleshoot<strong>in</strong>g Guide<br />

Abrasive Cutt<strong>in</strong>g Troubleshoot<strong>in</strong>g Guide<br />

SamplMet® 2<br />

Delta®<br />

AbrasiMet®<br />

AbrasiMatic® 300<br />

Abrasive Cut-Off Wheels<br />

Problem Possible Cause Suggested Remedy<br />

Burn<strong>in</strong>g (bluish Overheated specimen Increase coolant flow rate; reduce cutt<strong>in</strong>g pressure; select a wheel<br />

discoloration) with softer bond<strong>in</strong>g (faster breakdown)<br />

Rapid wheel wear Wheel bond<strong>in</strong>g breaks down too rapidly Select a wheel with harder bond<strong>in</strong>g; reduce cutt<strong>in</strong>g pressure<br />

Frequent wheel Uneven coolant distribution; loose specimen Adjust coolant flow to be even on both sides of the wheel;<br />

breakage fixtur<strong>in</strong>g; abrupt contact with specimen clamp the specimen more securely; start cut contact carefully<br />

Wheel breakage Wheel was previously cracked Handle carefully, contact <strong>Buehler</strong><br />

at start up<br />

Resistance to Slow wheel bond breakdown Select a wheel with softer bond<strong>in</strong>g; use a “pulse” cutt<strong>in</strong>g mode;<br />

cutt<strong>in</strong>g use cutter with oscillat<strong>in</strong>g motion or with m<strong>in</strong>imum area of contact<br />

cutt<strong>in</strong>g* ability<br />

Stalled wheels Inadequate cutter capacity; p<strong>in</strong>ched Use cutter with greater horsepower; tighten the clamp on one<br />

blade due to movement of specimen side less than on the other side; reduce pressure or feed rate;<br />

use a with cutter oscillat<strong>in</strong>g motion or with MACC ability<br />

*M<strong>in</strong>imum Area of Contact Cutt<strong>in</strong>g as on the Delta Orbital Abrasive Cutter<br />

Tips, Tricks & Techniques:<br />

For the best per<strong>for</strong>mance from your cutter and wheels:<br />

■ Ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong> the coolant & recirculation tank<br />

■ Make sure flanges are properly <strong>in</strong>stalled<br />

Current Cutters<br />

Wheel Size<br />

Cut Action<br />

Type<br />

Power<br />

Source<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Type<br />

Controls<br />

9” (229mm)<br />

10” (254mm)<br />

12” (305mm)<br />

14” (350mm)<br />

16” (400mm)<br />

18” (455mm)<br />

Manual Z-Chop<br />

Pulse Chop<br />

Auto Chop<br />

Manual X-Table<br />

Manual Y-Table<br />

Auto Y-Table<br />

Auto Orbital<br />

1 phase<br />

3 phase<br />

Table-Top<br />

Floor Mount<br />

Push-Button<br />

LCD<br />

Touch-Screen<br />

■ Keep the hood open to avoid trapp<strong>in</strong>g humidity<br />

Wash cutter out frequent<br />

Delta® Manual<br />

Delta® Medium<br />

Delta® Large<br />

Effective 2011 3<br />

Section<strong>in</strong>g


MetAbrase®<br />

AcuTh<strong>in</strong><br />

<strong>Buehler</strong>Met® II<br />

<strong>Buehler</strong>’s Cut-off Wheels<br />

AcuTh<strong>in</strong> Abrasive Cut-off<br />

Wheels<br />

Wheel Choices <strong>for</strong> 9“ (229mm)<br />

Abrasive Cutters 14“ (31.75mm)<br />

Arbor, 10 per package<br />

Recommended<br />

Use/Thickness<br />

HRC 60 & Up<br />

0.07” (1.8mm)<br />

HRC 50-60<br />

0.07” (1.8mm)<br />

HRC 35-50<br />

0.07” (1.8mm)<br />

HRC 15-35<br />

0.063” (1.6mm)<br />

Delicate Cutt<strong>in</strong>g<br />

0.032” (0.8mm)<br />

Non-Ferrous,<br />

Hard <strong>Materials</strong> (Ti, U, Zr)<br />

0.063” (1.6mm)<br />

Non-Ferrous,<br />

Soft <strong>Materials</strong> (Al, Brass)<br />

0.063” (1.6mm)<br />

HRC 45<br />

0.025” (0.635mm)<br />

HRC > 45<br />

0.025” (0.635mm)<br />

HRC 50 & Up<br />

0.063” (1.6mm)<br />

HRC 35-50<br />

0.063” (1.6mm)<br />

HRC 15-35<br />

0.063” (1.6mm)<br />

MetAbrase® Abrasive Cut-off<br />

Wheels<br />

10-4110-010<br />

10-4112-010<br />

10-4116-010<br />

10-4120-010<br />

10-4127-010<br />

10-4145-010<br />

10-4150-010<br />

10-4160-010<br />

10-4161-010<br />

10-5110-010<br />

10-5112-010<br />

10-5116-010<br />

Catalog Number/<br />

Price<br />

MetAbrase®<br />

AcuTh<strong>in</strong><br />

<strong>Buehler</strong>Met® II<br />

Rubber Res<strong>in</strong> Al 2O 3 Rubber Al 2O 3 Rubber SiC<br />

Recommended<br />

Use/Thickness<br />

Abrasive Cut-Off Wheels<br />

Delta® Orbital Cut-off Wheels Delta® Superalloy Wheels<br />

Wheel Choices <strong>for</strong> 10“ (254mm) Abrasive Cutters 14”“<br />

(31.75mm) Arbor, 10 per package<br />

Super Alloy<br />

0.055” (1.4mm)<br />

HRC 60 & Up<br />

0.07” (1.8mm)<br />

HRC 50-60<br />

0.07” (1.8mm)<br />

HRC 35-50<br />

0.07” (1.8mm)<br />

HRC 15-35<br />

0.063” (1.6mm)<br />

Delicate Cutt<strong>in</strong>g<br />

0.032” (0.8mm)<br />

Non-Ferrous, Hard <strong>Materials</strong> (Ti, U, Zr)<br />

0.063” (1.6mm)<br />

Non-Ferrous, Soft <strong>Materials</strong> (Al, Brass)<br />

0.043” (1.1mm)<br />

HRC ≤ 45<br />

0.025” (0.635mm)<br />

HRC ≤ 45<br />

0.025” (0.635mm)<br />

HRC 50 & Up<br />

0.063” (1.6mm)<br />

HRC 35-50<br />

0.063” (1.6mm)<br />

HRC 15-35<br />

0.063” (1.6mm)<br />

General Purpose, Non-Ferrous<br />

0.063” (1.6mm)<br />

12-4205-010<br />

10-4210-010<br />

10-4212-010<br />

10-4216-010<br />

10-4220-010<br />

10-4227-010<br />

10-4245-010<br />

10-4250-010<br />

10-4260-010<br />

10-4261-010<br />

10-5210-010<br />

10-5212-010<br />

10-5216-010<br />

10-5245-010<br />

Catalog Number/<br />

Price<br />

4 Effective 2011


MetAbrase®<br />

AcuTh<strong>in</strong><br />

<strong>Buehler</strong>Met® II<br />

Wheel Choices <strong>for</strong> 12“ (305mm) Abrasive Cutters<br />

14“ (31.75mm) Arbor, 10 per package<br />

Recommended<br />

Use/Thickness<br />

HRC 60 & Up<br />

0.100”(2.5mm)<br />

HRC 50-60<br />

0.100” (2.5mm)<br />

HRC 35-50<br />

0.100” (2.5mm)<br />

HRC 15-35<br />

0.063” (1.6mm)<br />

Delicate Cutt<strong>in</strong>g<br />

0.045” (1.1mm)<br />

Non-Ferrous, Hard <strong>Materials</strong> (Ti, U, Zr)<br />

0.063” (1.6mm)<br />

Non-Ferrous, Soft <strong>Materials</strong> (Al, Brass)<br />

0.063” (1.6mm)<br />

HRC 45<br />

0.025” (0.635mm)<br />

HRC > 45<br />

0.025” (0.635mm)<br />

HRC 50 & Up<br />

0.063” (1.6mm)<br />

HRC 35-50<br />

0.063” (1.6mm)<br />

HRC 15-30<br />

0.100” (2.5mm)<br />

General Purpose, Non-Ferrous<br />

0.100” (2.5mm)<br />

10-4410-010<br />

10-4412-010<br />

10-4416-010<br />

10-4420-010<br />

10-4427-010<br />

10-4445-010<br />

10-4450-010<br />

10-4360-010<br />

10-4361-010<br />

10-5410-010<br />

10-5412-010<br />

10-5416-010<br />

10-5445-010<br />

Catalog Number/<br />

Price<br />

Rubber Res<strong>in</strong> Al 2O 3 Rubber Al 2O 3 Rubber SiC<br />

Recommended<br />

Use/Thickness<br />

Abrasive Cut-Off Wheels<br />

12“ (300mm) Abrasive Wheels <strong>for</strong> Delta® Orbital<br />

Cutters 14“ (31.75mm) Arbor, 10 per package<br />

12-4405-010<br />

12-4410-010<br />

12-4416-010<br />

12-4420-010<br />

12-4445-010 *SO<br />

12-4450-010 *SO<br />

Catalog Number/<br />

Price<br />

Effective 2011 5<br />

Delta®<br />

Delta®<br />

Superalloy<br />

0.055” (1.4mm)<br />

HRC 60 & Up<br />

0.105” (2.7mm)<br />

HRC 35-50<br />

0.105” (2.7mm)<br />

HRC 15-35<br />

0.105” (2.7mm)<br />

Non-Ferrous, Hard <strong>Materials</strong> (Ti, U, Zr)<br />

0.055” (1.4mm)<br />

Non-Ferrous, Soft <strong>Materials</strong> (Al, Brass)<br />

0.055” (1.4mm)<br />

12“ (300mm) Abrasive Wheels <strong>for</strong> Delta® Chop<br />

and AbrasiMatic® 300 Cutters 14“ (31.75mm)<br />

Arbor, 10 per package<br />

Recommended<br />

Use/Thickness<br />

HRC 60 & Up<br />

0.105” (2.7mm)<br />

HRC 50-60<br />

0.105” (2.7mm)<br />

HRC 35-50<br />

0.105” (2.7mm)<br />

HRC 15-35<br />

0.105” (2.7mm)<br />

Non-Ferrous, Hard <strong>Materials</strong> (Ti, U, Zr)<br />

0.055” (1.4mm)<br />

Non-Ferrous, Soft <strong>Materials</strong><br />

0.055” (1.4mm)<br />

SO - Special Order Items may have<br />

lead times and m<strong>in</strong>imum orders<br />

12-4110-010<br />

12-4112-010<br />

12-4116-010<br />

12-4120-010<br />

12-4145-010<br />

12-4150-010<br />

Catalog Number/<br />

Price<br />

Section<strong>in</strong>g


MetAbrase®<br />

<strong>Buehler</strong>Met® II<br />

Wheel Choices <strong>for</strong> 14“ (355mm) Abrasive Cutters<br />

14“ (31.75mm) Arbor, 10 per package<br />

Recommended<br />

Use/Thickness<br />

HRC 60 & Up<br />

0.075” (1.9mm)<br />

HRC 50-60<br />

0.115” (2.9mm)<br />

HRC 35-50<br />

0.100” (2.5mm)<br />

HRC 15-35<br />

0.100” (2.5mm)<br />

Delicate Cutt<strong>in</strong>g<br />

0.055” (1.4mm)<br />

Non-Ferrous, Hard <strong>Materials</strong> (Ti, U, Zr)<br />

0.075” (1.9mm)<br />

Non-Ferrous, Soft <strong>Materials</strong> (Al, Brass)<br />

0.085” (2.2mm)<br />

HRC 50 & Up<br />

0.085” (2.2mm)<br />

HRC 35-50<br />

0.085” (2.2mm)<br />

General Purpose, Non-Ferrous<br />

0.100” (2.5mm)<br />

10-4310-010<br />

10-4312-010<br />

10-4316-010<br />

10-4320-010<br />

10-4327-010<br />

10-4345-010<br />

10-4350-010<br />

10-5310-010<br />

10-5312-010<br />

10-5316-010<br />

10-5345-010<br />

$212<br />

Catalog Number/<br />

Price<br />

Rubber Res<strong>in</strong> Al 2O 3 Rubber Al 2O 3 Rubber SiC<br />

Delta®<br />

Delta®<br />

14“ (350mm) Abrasive Wheels <strong>for</strong> Delta® Orbital<br />

Cutters 14“ (31.75mm) Arbor, 10 per package<br />

SO - Special Order Items may have<br />

lead times and m<strong>in</strong>imum orders<br />

Recommended<br />

Use/Thickness<br />

Superalloy<br />

0.063” (1.6mm)<br />

HRC 60 & Up<br />

0.105” (2.7mm)<br />

HRC 50-60<br />

0.105” (2.7mm)<br />

HRC 35-50<br />

0.105” (2.7mm)<br />

HRC 15-35<br />

0.105” (2.7mm)<br />

Non-Ferrous, Hard <strong>Materials</strong> (Ti, U, Zr)<br />

0.063” (1.6mm)<br />

16“ (400mm) Abrasive Wheels <strong>for</strong> Delta® Orbital<br />

Cutters 14“ (31.75mm) Arbor, 10 per package<br />

SO - Special Order Items may have<br />

lead times and m<strong>in</strong>imum orders<br />

Recommended<br />

Use/Thickness<br />

Superalloy<br />

0.075” (1.9mm)<br />

HRC 60 & Up<br />

0.125” (3.0mm)<br />

HRC 50-60<br />

0.125” (3.0mm)<br />

HRC 35-50<br />

0.125” (3.0mm)<br />

HRC 15-35<br />

0.125” (3.0mm)<br />

Non-Ferrous, Hard <strong>Materials</strong> (Ti, U, Zr)<br />

0.075” (1.9mm)<br />

Non-Ferrous, Soft <strong>Materials</strong> (Al, Brass)<br />

0.075” (1.9mm)<br />

Abrasive Cut-Off Wheels<br />

12-4305-010<br />

12-4310-010<br />

12-4312-010<br />

12-4316-010<br />

12-4320-010<br />

12-4345-010 *SO<br />

12-5605-010<br />

12-5610-010<br />

12-5612-010<br />

12-5616-010<br />

12-5620-010<br />

12-5645-010<br />

12-5650-010 *SO<br />

Catalog Number/<br />

Price<br />

Catalog Number/<br />

Price<br />

6 Effective 2011


18“ (455mm) Abrasive Wheels <strong>for</strong> Delta® Orbital Cutters 14“ (31.75mm) Arbor, 10 per package<br />

SO - Special Order Items may have<br />

lead times and m<strong>in</strong>imum orders<br />

Cut-off Wheel/Thickness 12-5820-010 *SO<br />

Delta® Orbital<br />

0.100” (2.4mm)<br />

Delta® Orbital<br />

0.153” (3.8mm)<br />

For the best per<strong>for</strong>mance and longer life from your blades:<br />

Abrasive Wheels <strong>for</strong> IsoMet®2000, 4000 & 5000 Precision Saws, 2“ (12.7mm) Arbor, 10 per package<br />

Cut-off Wheel/Thickness<br />

12-5805-010<br />

SuperAlloy<br />

12-5810-010<br />

HRC 60 & Up<br />

Rubber Res<strong>in</strong> Al 2O 3 Rubber Al 2O 3 Rubber SiC<br />

Precision Cutt<strong>in</strong>g Tips, Tricks & Techniques:<br />

■ Always tightly clamp your samples<br />

■ Use double saddle chuck <strong>for</strong> long parts, such as rods<br />

■ DO NOT hand dress<br />

■ Encapsulate spheres, unusual shapes, friable materials<br />

■ Use appropriate flange size<br />

Rubber Res<strong>in</strong> Al 2O 3 Rubber Al 2O 3 Rubber SiC<br />

12-5812-010 *SO<br />

HRC 50-60<br />

10-4060-010<br />

5” (127mm) <strong>for</strong> cutt<strong>in</strong>g<br />

tool or hard steel, HRC45<br />

and above<br />

12-5816-010 *SO<br />

HRC 35-50<br />

AcuTh<strong>in</strong> & MetAbrase Abrasive Cut-off Wheels <strong>for</strong> IsoMet® Precision Saws<br />

AcuTh<strong>in</strong> Abrasive Cut-off<br />

Wheels<br />

AcuTh<strong>in</strong><br />

0.019” (0.480mm)<br />

AcuTh<strong>in</strong><br />

0.019” (0.480mm)<br />

MetAbrase®<br />

0.030” (0.76mm)<br />

MetAbrase®<br />

0.030” (0.76mm)<br />

MetAbrase® Abrasive Cut-off<br />

Wheels<br />

10-4061-010<br />

5” (127mm) For cutt<strong>in</strong>g<br />

medium hard, soft steel<br />

HRC45 and below<br />

Abrasive Cut-Off Wheels<br />

HRC 15-35<br />

12-5845-010<br />

Nonferrous, Hard <strong>Materials</strong><br />

(Ti, U, Zr)<br />

12-58 50-010<br />

Nonferrous, Soft <strong>Materials</strong><br />

(Al, Brass)<br />

■ Soft materials can build up dur<strong>in</strong>g cut and can cause blade<br />

breakage, do not cut such materials unattended. For extremely<br />

gummy materials dress dur<strong>in</strong>g cut<br />

■ Wash mach<strong>in</strong>e out frequently<br />

<strong>Buehler</strong>’s AcuTh<strong>in</strong> & MetAbrase® Cut-off Wheels have been<br />

<strong>for</strong>mulated <strong>for</strong> fast section<strong>in</strong>g of both small, delicate specimens<br />

and large, sturdy specimens. The overall wheel thickness offers<br />

m<strong>in</strong>imal kerf loss and a cooler cut. These blades give versatile<br />

cutt<strong>in</strong>g options over a wide variety of specimen types and<br />

per<strong>for</strong>m best with manual operation.<br />

11-4207-010<br />

7” (178mm) Steels &<br />

Sta<strong>in</strong>less Steels<br />

11-4217-010<br />

7” (178mm) Hard or Soft<br />

Nonferrous <strong>Materials</strong><br />

Effective 2011 7<br />

Section<strong>in</strong>g


IsoMet® Diamond Wafer<strong>in</strong>g Blades & Dress<strong>in</strong>g Sticks<br />

<strong>Buehler</strong>® IsoMet® Diamond Wafer<strong>in</strong>g Blades<br />

This proprietary high-tech family of blades was developed<br />

specifically to provide precise and accurate section<strong>in</strong>g of samples.<br />

These specially <strong>for</strong>mulated diamond blades give accurate cuts<br />

without the mess or <strong>in</strong>convenience of thicker conventional<br />

abrasive cut-off wheels.<br />

<strong>Materials</strong>,<br />

Tough Hard<br />

Diameter/<br />

Thickness 20LC<br />

Use with Saws*<br />

11-4239<br />

30HC Polymers, Rubber,<br />

Soft Gummy <strong>Materials</strong><br />

20HC Aggressive Section<strong>in</strong>g<br />

of Metals<br />

Diamond Wafer<strong>in</strong>g Blades & Dress<strong>in</strong>g Sticks<br />

2” (12.7mm) Arbor, <strong>for</strong> IsoMet® LS, IsoMet® 1000, 2000, 4000 and 5000 Saws, 1 per box<br />

3” (76mm)/<br />

0.007” (0.2mm)<br />

** best on IsoMet Low Speed Saw<br />

4” (102mm)/<br />

0.012” (0.3mm)<br />

5” (127mm)/<br />

0.015” (0.4mm)<br />

5” (127mm)/<br />

0.020” (0.5mm)<br />

5” (127mm)/<br />

0.030” (0.76mm)<br />

6” (152mm)/<br />

0.020” (0.5mm)<br />

7” (178mm)/<br />

0.020” (0.5mm)<br />

7” (178mm)/<br />

0.025” (0.6mm)<br />

7” (178mm)/<br />

0.030” (0.76mm)<br />

8” (203mm)/<br />

0.035” (0.9mm)<br />

Dress<strong>in</strong>g Stick<br />

2” x 2” x 3”<br />

(13mm x 13mm<br />

x 76mm)<br />

Dress<strong>in</strong>g Stick<br />

1” x 2” x 3”<br />

(25.4mm x 13mm<br />

x 76mm)<br />

All<br />

All<br />

All<br />

All<br />

1k, 2k,<br />

4k, 5k<br />

1k, 2k,<br />

4k, 5k<br />

1k, 2k,<br />

4k, 5k<br />

1k, 2k,<br />

4k, 5k<br />

1k, 2k,<br />

4k, 5k<br />

4k, 5k<br />

LS, 1K,<br />

4K, 5K<br />

1K, 2K<br />

11-4241<br />

11-4242 *SO<br />

11-4215<br />

11-4237<br />

11-4238<br />

11-10066<br />

11-4244<br />

11-4245<br />

11-4246<br />

11-4247<br />

11-4248<br />

15HC Metal Matrix Composite,<br />

PCBs, Bone, Ti, TSC<br />

11-4225<br />

11-4227<br />

11-4228<br />

* LS = IsoMet Low Speed 1k = IsoMet 1000 2k = IsoMet 2000 4k = IsoMet 4000 5k = IsoMet 5000<br />

✠ Series 30 Blades do not come with dress<strong>in</strong>g stick as they do not require dress<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Structural Ceramics<br />

11-10067<br />

11-4254<br />

11-4255<br />

11-4276<br />

11-4277<br />

11-4279<br />

15LC Hard Brittle <strong>Materials</strong>,<br />

Glass, Al 2O 3, Zr 2O 3, Concrete<br />

11-10068<br />

11-4285<br />

11-4287<br />

11-4288 *SO<br />

10LC Medium to Soft Ceramics,<br />

Glass Fiber Re<strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>ced Comp.<br />

11-1190 11-1290 *SO<br />

11-2490 11-2495 *SO<br />

11-10069<br />

11-4295<br />

5LC Soft, Friable Ceramics,<br />

Comp. with F<strong>in</strong>e<br />

Re<strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>c<strong>in</strong>g, CaF2 ,<br />

MgF2, Carbon<br />

Comp.<br />

SO - Special Order Items may have<br />

lead times and m<strong>in</strong>imum orders<br />

8 Effective 2011


IsoCut® Wafer<strong>in</strong>g Blades<br />

IsoCut® Wafer<strong>in</strong>g Blades<br />

The IsoCut family of wafer<strong>in</strong>g<br />

blades was specifically<br />

developed to section iron-,<br />

cobalt-, and nickel-based alloys<br />

and superalloys.<br />

These th<strong>in</strong> blades provide<br />

precise section<strong>in</strong>g capability<br />

on difficult to cut samples. The<br />

special <strong>for</strong>mulation of bonded<br />

cubic boron nitride on IsoCut<br />

blades can significantly reduce<br />

your section<strong>in</strong>g time on ferrous<br />

materials compared to<br />

conventional diamond blades.<br />

The High Concentration blades<br />

will provide even faster<br />

section<strong>in</strong>g times. Periodic use<br />

of the 11-1190 dress<strong>in</strong>g stick is<br />

recommended.<br />

<strong>Buehler</strong> Cup Gr<strong>in</strong>ders<br />

<strong>Buehler</strong> Cup Gr<strong>in</strong>ders are<br />

designed to be used on the<br />

IsoMet® 5000 L<strong>in</strong>ear Precision<br />

Saw. The cup gr<strong>in</strong>ders are used<br />

<strong>for</strong> automatic gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g to a<br />

target depth and <strong>for</strong> th<strong>in</strong><br />

section preparation.<br />

Diameter/<br />

Thickness<br />

IsoCut® Wafer<strong>in</strong>g Blades & <strong>Buehler</strong> Cup Gr<strong>in</strong>ders<br />

2√” (12.7mm) Arbor IsoCut® Wafer<strong>in</strong>g Blades <strong>for</strong> IsoMet® LS, IsoMet® 1000, 2000,<br />

4000 and 5000 Saws, 1 per box<br />

3” (76mm)/<br />

0.0007” (0.2mm)<br />

4” (102mm)/<br />

0.012” (0.3mm)<br />

5” (127mm)/<br />

0.015” (0.4mm)<br />

6” (152mm)/<br />

0.020” (0.5mm)<br />

7” (178mm)/<br />

0.025” (0.6mm)<br />

8” (203mm)/<br />

0.035” (0.9mm)<br />

Dress<strong>in</strong>g Stick<br />

2” x 2” x 3” (13mm x 13mm x 76mm)<br />

Use with Saws*<br />

11-4267<br />

CBN - Low<br />

Concentration<br />

CBN - High<br />

Concentration<br />

Effective 2011 9<br />

All<br />

All<br />

All<br />

1k, 2k,<br />

4k, 5k<br />

1k, 2k,<br />

4k, 5k<br />

4k, 5k<br />

* 1k = IsoMet 1000 2k = IsoMet 2000 4k = IsoMet 4000 5k = IsoMet 5000<br />

Application<br />

6”<br />

(150mm)<br />

Diameter<br />

11-10070<br />

11-4264<br />

11-4265<br />

11-4266<br />

11-4268<br />

60 Grit (P60)<br />

Al 2O 3/Vitrified<br />

11-1190<br />

11-5264<br />

11-5265<br />

11-5266<br />

11-5267<br />

11-5268<br />

2” (12.7mm) Arbor Cup Gr<strong>in</strong>ders <strong>for</strong> IsoCut® 5000 Saw, 1 per box<br />

SO - Special Order Items may have<br />

lead times and m<strong>in</strong>imum orders<br />

Ferrous Metals<br />

NonFerrous Metals<br />

Ceramic & Geological<br />

6”<br />

(150mm)<br />

5”<br />

(127mm)<br />

11-2720 *SO<br />

11-2730 *SO<br />

60 Grit (P60)<br />

SiC/Vitrified<br />

11-2740<br />

240 Grit (P280)<br />

Diamond/<br />

Res<strong>in</strong><br />

Section<strong>in</strong>g


Cutt<strong>in</strong>g Fluids<br />

IsoCut® Fluid, 1 qt.<br />

(0.95l)<br />

Cutt<strong>in</strong>g Fluids<br />

For Use with Mach<strong>in</strong>e<br />

1 pt. (0.476l)<br />

1 qt. (0.95l)<br />

Cutt<strong>in</strong>g Fluids & Section<strong>in</strong>g Accessories<br />

Fluid 1 gal. (3.8l)<br />

IsoCut® Fluid*<br />

Cool 2<br />

IsoMet® LS Saws<br />

IsoMet® LS, 1k,<br />

2k, 4k, 5k Saws,<br />

Abrasive Cutters<br />

Section<strong>in</strong>g Accessories<br />

SO - Special Order Items may have<br />

lead times and m<strong>in</strong>imum orders<br />

Accessory<br />

Chuck Padd<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Dress<strong>in</strong>g Stick<br />

Dress<strong>in</strong>g Stick<br />

IsoMet®<br />

Chucks<br />

Abrasive<br />

Wheels<br />

Diamond &<br />

CBN Blades<br />

* and diamond gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g discs<br />

IsoCut® Fluid is an oil-based coolant which can reduce<br />

cutt<strong>in</strong>g times significantly on many types of materials. It is only <strong>for</strong> use with IsoMet LS Saws or<br />

saws with the maximum speed of 500 rpm. IsoCut® Fluid is used <strong>in</strong> an undiluted <strong>for</strong>m.<br />

Cool 2 is a water soluble coolant that will replace all IsoCut Plus and CoolMet 2 products. It is a<br />

high-per<strong>for</strong>mance, odorless, water miscible, transparent fluid concentrate with excellent lubrication<br />

and corrosion <strong>in</strong>hibit<strong>in</strong>g properties. designed <strong>for</strong> a wide range of abrasive cutt<strong>in</strong>g of both<br />

conventional and advances eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g materials.<br />

The product is boron-free and delivers outstand<strong>in</strong>g wett<strong>in</strong>g power. Its excellent flush<strong>in</strong>g capability<br />

efficiently removes particles and debris from the cutt<strong>in</strong>g area.<br />

Cool 2 leaves m<strong>in</strong>imal residue and any rema<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g material is both very-th<strong>in</strong> and easy-to-dissolve<br />

mak<strong>in</strong>g further clean<strong>in</strong>g processes easier and <strong>in</strong> many cases unnecessary.<br />

For Use with Mach<strong>in</strong>e<br />

11-2496 *SO<br />

11-1193-032<br />

3 pieces<br />

1” x 6” (25.4mm x 152mm)<br />

10-4000 *SO<br />

15-6190*<br />

1” x 1” x 6”<br />

(25.4mm x 25.4mm<br />

x 152mm)<br />

33.8 oz (1l)<br />

11-1193-128<br />

5 gal. (19l)<br />

41-10102 41-10103 41-10104<br />

2” x 2” x 4”<br />

(12.7mm x 12.7mm<br />

x 102mm)<br />

40-4510<br />

Abrasive Wheel Dress<strong>in</strong>g Sticks<br />

Diamond Dress<strong>in</strong>g Sticks<br />

10 Effective 2011


Size<br />

PetroTh<strong>in</strong>® and PetroCut Section<strong>in</strong>g Supplies<br />

8” x 0.045” x 1”<br />

(203mm x 1.1mm x 25.4mm) Blade<br />

8” x 4” x 1”<br />

(203mm x 6.35mm x 25.4mm) Cup Gr<strong>in</strong>der<br />

8” x 0.055” x 1”<br />

(203mm x 1.4mm x 25.4mm) Cup Gr<strong>in</strong>der<br />

10” x 0.045” x 1.25”<br />

(254mm x 1.1mm x 31.75mm) Blade<br />

Tip<br />

Lapro® & Trim Saw Section<strong>in</strong>g Supplies<br />

Thickness/Arbor<br />

PetroTh<strong>in</strong>® & Lapro® Section<strong>in</strong>g Supplies<br />

PetroTh<strong>in</strong>®<br />

PetroTh<strong>in</strong>®<br />

PetroTh<strong>in</strong>®<br />

PetroCut<br />

11-10015<br />

For Use with Mach<strong>in</strong>e<br />

18” (457mm)<br />

Diameter<br />

11-10016<br />

Diamond<br />

Effective 2011 11<br />

CBN<br />

11-4278 11-4280<br />

40-4508<br />

11-10074<br />

24” (609mm)<br />

Diameter<br />

40-4512<br />

Dress<strong>in</strong>g of PetroTh<strong>in</strong>® blades is best done by attach<strong>in</strong>g a portion of the dress<strong>in</strong>g stick (15-6190) to a glass slide and section<strong>in</strong>g the<br />

dress<strong>in</strong>g stick as if it were a sample. Attach<strong>in</strong>g the dress<strong>in</strong>g stick to the slide can be done quickly us<strong>in</strong>g Crystalbond wax. Because of the<br />

vacuum chuck position<strong>in</strong>g relative to the blade there is no need to attach a portion of the stick thicker than about 4√” . This thickness is<br />

sufficient to make two passes through the stick. New blades should be dressed with two passes through the 1” x 1” cross-section of this<br />

stick slowly, tak<strong>in</strong>g a few m<strong>in</strong>utes <strong>for</strong> each pass. Subsequent dress<strong>in</strong>g will typically require only one pass through the stick.<br />

0.040” (1.02mm) /<br />

s” Arbor<br />

0.020” (0.51mm) /<br />

s” Arbor<br />

0.064” (1.6mm) /<br />

w” or 1” Arbor<br />

0.075” (1.9mm) /<br />

1111111w<br />

” or 1” Arbor<br />

Trim<br />

Saw<br />

Trim<br />

Saw<br />

Lapro®<br />

Lapro®<br />

For Use with Mach<strong>in</strong>e<br />

11-10050<br />

6” (152mm)<br />

Diameter<br />

11-10051<br />

10” (254mm)<br />

Diameter<br />

Lapro® Slab Saw Blades 18“<br />

(457mm) and 24“ (609mm) shown<br />

Section<strong>in</strong>g


Tips, Tricks & Techniques:<br />

For best per<strong>for</strong>mance of your mount<strong>in</strong>g press and media:<br />

■ Do not compression mount soft, low melt<strong>in</strong>g po<strong>in</strong>t alloys, wood,<br />

plastic or very friable materials. Castable mount<strong>in</strong>g media will<br />

provide better results.<br />

■ Apply Release Agent 20-8185-002 to mold <strong>for</strong> easy removal.<br />

■ To permanently label specimens when us<strong>in</strong>g opaque mount<br />

media, fill most of the mold cyl<strong>in</strong>der with mount media be<strong>for</strong>e<br />

add<strong>in</strong>g a th<strong>in</strong> layer of TransOptic media. Place a typed label<br />

over the TransOptic powder, then cover it with a second layer of<br />

TransOptic powder. When cured, this preserves the label <strong>in</strong> a<br />

clear layer of media <strong>for</strong> easy sample identification.<br />

■ To elim<strong>in</strong>ate ”cotton balls” <strong>in</strong> TransOptic mounts, <strong>in</strong>crease cool<br />

time and/or reduce mold<strong>in</strong>g temperature <strong>for</strong> improved mount<br />

clarity.<br />

■ Reheat<strong>in</strong>g TransOptic mounts to 110 °C <strong>for</strong> 15 – 30 m<strong>in</strong>utes will<br />

allow <strong>for</strong> the removal of the sample. Wear<strong>in</strong>g heat-resistant<br />

gloves, apply pressure to the media near the sample with<br />

pliers. This should flex the mount, allow<strong>in</strong>g the media to break<br />

away from the sample with <strong>in</strong>creas<strong>in</strong>g pressure.<br />

■ Mount<strong>in</strong>g samples off-center <strong>for</strong> EBSD evaluation facilitates<br />

beam position<strong>in</strong>g.<br />

Compression Mount<strong>in</strong>g Compounds<br />

Troubleshoot<strong>in</strong>g:<br />

■ Mount media that appears frosted or unfused from the<br />

mount<strong>in</strong>g press is often a sign of <strong>in</strong>sufficient mold<strong>in</strong>g<br />

temperatures. Check to ensure the temperature sett<strong>in</strong>g on<br />

the mount<strong>in</strong>g press is 150 °C or higher and that the heat<strong>in</strong>g<br />

element is tightened on the mold cyl<strong>in</strong>der. For the SimpliMet®<br />

1000 and 3000 Mount<strong>in</strong>g Presses, this is done by turn<strong>in</strong>g<br />

the cyl<strong>in</strong>der lock<strong>in</strong>g screw counter-clockwise until the screw<br />

is loose.<br />

■ Uncured mounts can be caused by too much moisture <strong>in</strong><br />

the media. Ensure that conta<strong>in</strong>ers are properly closed<br />

between uses.<br />

■ Ensure that enough mount<strong>in</strong>g media is placed <strong>in</strong>to mold to<br />

sufficiently cover the sample. If not enough mount media is<br />

used, the mount<strong>in</strong>g media may not be compressed enough to<br />

cure properly and could cause damage to the mold cyl<strong>in</strong>ders<br />

and ram assembly.<br />

■ Radial splitt<strong>in</strong>g of cured mounts is often caused by samples<br />

with sharp corners or those that are too large <strong>for</strong> the mold size.<br />

Reduc<strong>in</strong>g sample size and/or gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g off sharp corners is<br />

recommended.<br />

■ Excessive shr<strong>in</strong>kage is related to the thermal expansion<br />

coefficient of the media and can be m<strong>in</strong>imized by fully cool<strong>in</strong>g<br />

specimens under pressure <strong>in</strong> the mount<strong>in</strong>g press. To m<strong>in</strong>imize<br />

shr<strong>in</strong>kage, the specimen should be cooled to room<br />

temperature be<strong>for</strong>e removal from the mount<strong>in</strong>g press.<br />

Look<strong>in</strong>g to Control the Mount<strong>in</strong>g Pressures of Everyday Sample <strong>Preparation</strong>?<br />

Let <strong>Buehler</strong> help. Our SimpliMet® Family of Mount<strong>in</strong>g Presses offer:<br />

• Easy-to-use hot compression mount<strong>in</strong>g equipment<br />

• Manual or semi-automatic operation<br />

• Simple analog controls or membrane keypads with LCD display<br />

• Interchangeable 1”- 2” (25mm - 50mm) mold sizes<br />

• Duplex spacer allows two mounts <strong>in</strong> a s<strong>in</strong>gle cycle<br />

• Quick and safe bayonet mold closure system<br />

• Automatic programmability available<br />

<strong>Buehler</strong> also offers a complete l<strong>in</strong>e of sample preparation equipment.<br />

From abrasive cutters to precision saws to gr<strong>in</strong>der-polishers, <strong>Buehler</strong> has<br />

it all!<br />

For more <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation, contact your local <strong>Buehler</strong> Sales Eng<strong>in</strong>eer or visit<br />

our website at www.buehler.com/product<strong>in</strong>fo/presses.htm<br />

We are <strong>Buehler</strong> - the science beh<strong>in</strong>d materials preparation and<br />

analysis!<br />

12 Effective 2011


Product Overview:<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g Material General Characteristics Best Used For Advantages/Cautions<br />

PhenoCure®<br />

Diallyl Phthlate<br />

EpoMet®<br />

ProbeMet®<br />

KonductoMet®<br />

TransOptic<br />

• Wood-Flour Filled phenolic<br />

thermoset<br />

• Fast Cure<br />

• Moderate Shr<strong>in</strong>kage and Edge<br />

Retention<br />

• Available <strong>in</strong> red, black or green<br />

• Glass or M<strong>in</strong>eral (TiO2) filled<br />

res<strong>in</strong> thermoset<br />

• Moderate edge retention<br />

• Low Shr<strong>in</strong>kage<br />

• Bright Blue Color<br />

• M<strong>in</strong>eral (SiO2) filled epoxy<br />

thermoset<br />

• Available <strong>in</strong> G (Granular) or F<br />

(F<strong>in</strong>e) particle sizes<br />

• Best edge retention, highest<br />

hardness and abrasionresistance<br />

<strong>in</strong> this class<br />

• Available <strong>in</strong> black<br />

• Copper (Cu) and M<strong>in</strong>eral (SiO2)<br />

filled epoxy thermoset<br />

• Conductive<br />

• Very good edge retention<br />

• Golden Color<br />

• Graphite and M<strong>in</strong>eral ( SiO2)<br />

filled phenolic thermoset<br />

• Conductive<br />

• Higher hardness than<br />

ProbeMet® Media<br />

• Moderate edge retention<br />

• Available <strong>in</strong> black<br />

• Thermoplastic acrylic<br />

• Conta<strong>in</strong>s no filler<br />

• Transparent and relatively soft<br />

when properly cured<br />

• General Metallography where<br />

edge retention and media<br />

hardness are not critical<br />

• General Metallography where<br />

edge retention is not critical<br />

and a more abrasion-resistant<br />

media is desired<br />

• Preserv<strong>in</strong>g edge <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation<br />

such as decarburization or<br />

coat<strong>in</strong>g thickness<br />

• Mount<strong>in</strong>g very hard materials<br />

such as hardened steel or<br />

ceramics<br />

• Characterization of samples<br />

us<strong>in</strong>g SEM when Cu is not the<br />

object of analysis<br />

• Characterization of samples<br />

us<strong>in</strong>g SEM when carbon is not<br />

the object of analysis<br />

• General metallography where<br />

edge <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation is not critical<br />

and where transparency of the<br />

mount is useful<br />

• Removal of samples from<br />

mount is necessary<br />

Compression Mount<strong>in</strong>g Compounds<br />

• Most Economical Choice<br />

• Least sensitive to pressure<br />

variations dur<strong>in</strong>g cur<strong>in</strong>g<br />

• Glass filled version is better<br />

<strong>for</strong> etch<strong>in</strong>g<br />

• M<strong>in</strong>eral filled version is<br />

harder<br />

• EpoMet® G Mount<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Media is recommended <strong>for</strong><br />

the best quality mounts <strong>in</strong><br />

everyday metallography.<br />

• EpoMet® F Mount<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Media is recommended <strong>for</strong><br />

materials that have f<strong>in</strong>e<br />

features that the smaller<br />

gra<strong>in</strong>s will flow around<br />

• Can cause a Cu-Al galvanic<br />

couple when vibratory<br />

polish<strong>in</strong>g is per<strong>for</strong>med on<br />

an Al specimen. In this<br />

case, use KonductoMet®<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g Media.<br />

• Use when Cu <strong>in</strong> the<br />

mount<strong>in</strong>g media is not<br />

acceptable due to analysis<br />

of copper <strong>in</strong> the sample<br />

material.<br />

• Requires longer cycle<br />

times to fully cool, thus<br />

prevent<strong>in</strong>g the “cotton ball”<br />

effect<br />

Effective 2011 13<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g


Compression Mount<strong>in</strong>g Compounds<br />

Material<br />

EpoMet® F<br />

EpoMet® G<br />

PhenoCure®<br />

PhenoCure®<br />

PhenoCure®<br />

ProbeMet®<br />

KonductoMet®<br />

TransOptic<br />

Diallyl Phthalate<br />

Diallyl Phthalate<br />

EpoMet® G Mold<strong>in</strong>g Coupound<br />

(4 lbs) and PhenoCure® Green,<br />

Black and Red Thermosett<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Powder (5 lbs)<br />

Black<br />

Black<br />

Black<br />

Red<br />

Green<br />

Bronze<br />

Black<br />

Clear<br />

Blue<br />

Blue<br />

Color<br />

F<strong>in</strong>e Filled<br />

Epoxy<br />

Filler<br />

Regular Filled<br />

Epoxy<br />

Wood Flour<br />

Wood Flour<br />

Wood Flour<br />

Copper<br />

Carbon<br />

None<br />

M<strong>in</strong>eral<br />

Short-Glass<br />

Fiber<br />

ProbeMet® Conductive<br />

Thermosett<strong>in</strong>g Mold<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Compound (4 lbs), KonductoMet®<br />

Conductive Filled Phenolic<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g Compound (1 lb) and<br />

TransOptic Powder (5 lbs)<br />

1 lb.<br />

(0.45kg)<br />

Compression Mount<strong>in</strong>g Compounds<br />

4 lbs.<br />

(1.84kg)<br />

5 lbs.<br />

(2.3kg)<br />

25 lbs.<br />

(11.3kg)<br />

20-3381-070 20-3381-400<br />

20-3380-064 20-3380-400<br />

20-3385-064<br />

20-3100-080 20-3100-400<br />

20-3200-080 20-3200-400<br />

20-3300-080 20-3300-400<br />

20-3375-016 20-3375-400<br />

Diallyl Phthalate Short-Glass<br />

Fiber (5 lbs), and Diallyl Phthalate<br />

M<strong>in</strong>eral Filled (5 lbs)<br />

20-3400-080<br />

20-3330-080<br />

20-3340-080<br />

14 Effective 2011


Color<br />

Black<br />

Red<br />

Green<br />

PhenoCure® Premolds, Wood Flour Filled<br />

Description<br />

1.6 oz (45g)<br />

20-8185-002✠<br />

2 oz (3ml)<br />

6 oz (0.17kg)<br />

✠ Restricted article, requires special packag<strong>in</strong>g ** Used <strong>for</strong> mold release and other mount<strong>in</strong>g applications<br />

Phenolic PreMolds<br />

500 bulk<br />

packed<br />

500 bulk<br />

packed<br />

500 bulk<br />

packed<br />

20-3048<br />

Quantity<br />

Compression Mount<strong>in</strong>g Accessories<br />

Release Agent<br />

with Swab**<br />

Powdered Mold<br />

Release<br />

MetCoat Protective<br />

Lacquer Spray<br />

SamplKlip Sta<strong>in</strong>less<br />

Steel Support Clip<br />

UniClip Plastic<br />

Support Clip<br />

20-3111-501<br />

1” (25.4mm)<br />

Release Agent, 32 oz. (.95l) refill,<br />

16 oz. (0.47l) refill and 2 oz. (3ml)<br />

20-8190<br />

20-3112-501<br />

20-3212-501<br />

20-3312-501<br />

14” (32mm)<br />

20-8185-016✠<br />

MetCoat Protective Lacquer<br />

Spray, 6 oz. (0.17kg)<br />

Compression Mount<strong>in</strong>g Compounds<br />

12” (38mm)<br />

20-3113-501<br />

20-3213-501<br />

20-3313-501<br />

16 oz (0.47l) Refill<br />

20-8185-032✠<br />

20-10090<br />

32 oz (0.95l) Refill<br />

2” (50mm)<br />

100 Quantity<br />

20-4000-100<br />

20-5100-100<br />

Effective 2011 15<br />

NEW<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g


Tips, Tricks & Techniques:<br />

For best results us<strong>in</strong>g epoxy systems:<br />

■ Mix us<strong>in</strong>g accurate res<strong>in</strong> to hardener ratios<br />

■ Mix thoroughly: us<strong>in</strong>g a 3 cup mix<strong>in</strong>g technique, mix<strong>in</strong>g is<br />

more thorough<br />

■ Post cure heat<strong>in</strong>g <strong>for</strong> 2 hours at 50° C (122 °F) can <strong>in</strong>crease<br />

hardness<br />

■ Preheat<strong>in</strong>g unmixed systems reduces viscosity<br />

■ Heat mixed epoxy except EpoKwick, to decrease cure time;<br />

every <strong>in</strong>crease of 10° C (50 °F) reduces gel time by 50%.<br />

■ Mix 25-90ml of epoxy <strong>in</strong> a s<strong>in</strong>gle batch; mix<strong>in</strong>g more than<br />

90ml at a time can cause over-exotherm<strong>in</strong>g even when poured<br />

<strong>in</strong>to smaller mounts<br />

■ Use EpoHeat® <strong>for</strong> very large mounts <strong>in</strong> s<strong>in</strong>gle pours<br />

■ Clean up any spills or drips with paper towel and ethanol<br />

■ Wear gloves<br />

■ Prepare sample under a fume hood, if possible<br />

■ Use Cast’N Vac or Cast’N Vac 1000<br />

■ Better to use the EPDM molds, reduces leakage<br />

■ Use release agent to coat mold <strong>for</strong> easy removal of sample<br />

■ For a video demonstration on measur<strong>in</strong>g and mix<strong>in</strong>g go to<br />

www.buehler.com/epoheat.htm<br />

EpoxiCure®<br />

5:1<br />

EpoTh<strong>in</strong>®<br />

5:1.95<br />

EpoKwick®<br />

5:1<br />

Castable Mount<strong>in</strong>g Compounds<br />

What you should know:<br />

■ Do not use disposable plastic castable mount<strong>in</strong>g cups with<br />

high exotherm systems.<br />

■ Do not use Conductive Filler with EpoHeat® because of the low<br />

viscosity; the filler will s<strong>in</strong>k to the bottom so the entire mount<br />

will NOT be conductive. Best to sputter coat the sample if it<br />

needs to be conductive. Conductive Filler works with any other<br />

<strong>Buehler</strong> Epoxy or Acrylic system.<br />

■ EpoHeat® systems may crystallize, due to the chemical purity of<br />

the product, rang<strong>in</strong>g from gelled to rock hard consistency<br />

<strong>in</strong>side the conta<strong>in</strong>er. To relieve this condition, the entire<br />

conta<strong>in</strong>er should be placed <strong>in</strong> an oven up to 50 °C (122 °F) <strong>for</strong><br />

approximately two hours. If product is still crystallized after two<br />

hours, extend the time <strong>in</strong> the oven until the crystallization is<br />

relieved.<br />

Castable Accessories:<br />

Release Agent – Used <strong>for</strong> coat<strong>in</strong>g the mount<strong>in</strong>g cup <strong>for</strong> easy<br />

release. Use every time with EPDM mount<strong>in</strong>g cups. See pg 21 <strong>for</strong> a<br />

list of part numbers.<br />

SamplKlip®, SamplKlip® 1, Specimen Support Clips, UniClips®<br />

– Good <strong>for</strong> support<strong>in</strong>g sample orientation <strong>in</strong> the mount<strong>in</strong>g cup.<br />

See pg 20 <strong>for</strong> a list of part numbers.<br />

Reusable EPDM Mount<strong>in</strong>g Cups -Can use with any Castable or<br />

Compression Mount<strong>in</strong>g System. See page 19 <strong>for</strong> a list of part<br />

numbers.<br />

Conductive Filler - If you need conductive castable mounts <strong>for</strong><br />

SEM, EDS, and WDS, use Conductive Filler. See page 22 <strong>for</strong> a list of<br />

part numbers.<br />

Mix Quantities: Use this quick guide to estimate how much res<strong>in</strong> and hardener is needed to fill<br />

SamplKups® of the follow<strong>in</strong>g sizes. Estimates are measured by weight.<br />

EpoHeat®<br />

4:1<br />

1” Res<strong>in</strong> 15 grams 15 grams 15 grams 12 grams 15 grams<br />

Hardener 3 grams 5.85 grams 3 grams 3 grams 3 grams<br />

14” ”Res<strong>in</strong> 20 grams 20 grams 20 grams 16 grams 20 grams<br />

Hardener 4 grams 7.8 grams 4 grams 4 grams 4 grams<br />

12” Res<strong>in</strong> 25 grams 25 grams 25 grams 20 grams 25 grams<br />

Hardener 5 grams 9.75 grams 5 grams 5 grams 5 grams<br />

2” Res<strong>in</strong> 40 grams 40 grams 40 grams 32 grams 40 grams<br />

Hardener 8 grams 11.2 grams 8 grams 8 grams 8 gram<br />

EpoColor<br />

5:1<br />

16 Effective 2011


Type<br />

Epoxy Systems<br />

EpoHeat® Epoxy Hardener and<br />

EpoHeat® Epoxy Res<strong>in</strong><br />

EpoKwick® Res<strong>in</strong> and EpoKwick®<br />

Epoxy Hardener<br />

Cure Time<br />

Peak Temperature<br />

Shore D Hardness<br />

Res<strong>in</strong><br />

20-8130-032<br />

20-8130-128<br />

20-8120-032<br />

20-8140-032<br />

20-8140-128<br />

Hardener✠<br />

20-8132-008<br />

20-8132-032<br />

20-8122-016<br />

20-8142-016<br />

20-8142-064<br />

✠ Restricted article, requires special packag<strong>in</strong>g *Requires oven cure at 150 °F (65 °C)<br />

**Gallon conta<strong>in</strong>ers may be easier to dispense us<strong>in</strong>g 20-8000 *SO (see page 21)<br />

Kit✠<br />

20-8128<br />

20-8136-128 20-8138-032 20-8129<br />

20-8143-032<br />

Castable Mount<strong>in</strong>g Compounds<br />

Approx. Number of Mounts<br />

per Conta<strong>in</strong>er Size<br />

1” (25mm)<br />

20-8144-008<br />

14” (32mm)<br />

12” (38mm)<br />

EpoxiCure® 6 hours 82°F (28 °C) 82<br />

Gallon<br />

(3.8l)<br />

Gallon<br />

333 257 165 96<br />

EpoTh<strong>in</strong>® 9 hours 80°F (27 °C) 78 (3.8l)<br />

Gallon<br />

333 257 165 96<br />

EpoKwick® 90 m<strong>in</strong>s 185°F (85 °C) 82 (3.8l)<br />

Quart<br />

333 257 165 96<br />

EpoHeat® 90 m<strong>in</strong>s 295°F (146 °C) 85 (0.95l)<br />

Quart<br />

82 64 41 24<br />

EpoColor 90 m<strong>in</strong>s 175°F (79 °C) 82 (0.95l) 82 64 41 24<br />

Gallon of EpoKwick® Res<strong>in</strong> with<br />

Pump. Pump sold separately<br />

as 20-8000 *SO<br />

EpoxiCure®<br />

(1 qt res<strong>in</strong> / 2 pt hardener)<br />

EpoxiCure®**<br />

(1 gal res<strong>in</strong> / 1 qt hardener)<br />

EpoHeat®*<br />

(1 qt res<strong>in</strong> / 1 pt hardener)<br />

EpoTh<strong>in</strong>®<br />

(1 qt res<strong>in</strong> / 1 pt hardener)<br />

EpoTh<strong>in</strong>® **<br />

(1 gal res<strong>in</strong> / 2 qt hardener)<br />

EpoKwick®<br />

(1 qt res<strong>in</strong> / 2 pt hardener)<br />

EpoKwick®<br />

(1 gal res<strong>in</strong> / 1 qt hardener)<br />

EpoColor **<br />

(1 gal res<strong>in</strong> / 1 qt hardener)<br />

2” (50mm)<br />

Effective 2011 17<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g


Type<br />

Acrylic Systems<br />

SamplKwick® Kit Includes: 1lb.<br />

res<strong>in</strong>, 12 oz. hardener, 5 cups, 10<br />

stirr<strong>in</strong>g sticks & 1 scoop<br />

VariDur® Kit Includes: 1lb.<br />

res<strong>in</strong>,12 oz. hardener, 5 cups, 10<br />

stirr<strong>in</strong>g sticks & 1 scoop<br />

Cure Time<br />

Mix Ratio<br />

Peak Temperature<br />

✠ Restricted article, requires special packag<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Shore D Hardness<br />

20-3562<br />

20-3566<br />

Res<strong>in</strong><br />

20-3562-025<br />

20-3562-100<br />

20-3564<br />

20-3568<br />

Hardener✠<br />

20-3564-320<br />

20-3564-640<br />

Kit<br />

20-3560✠<br />

20-3572 20-3574 20-3570✠<br />

20-3576<br />

Castable Mount<strong>in</strong>g Compounds<br />

Conta<strong>in</strong>er Size<br />

20-3578<br />

Approx. Number of Mounts<br />

1” (25mm)<br />

14” (32mm)<br />

12” (38mm)<br />

SamplKwick® 5-8 m<strong>in</strong>s 2 to 1 175°F (79°C) 85<br />

5 lb.<br />

(2.3kg) 250 194 125 72<br />

VariDur® 10 m<strong>in</strong>s 2 to 1 170°F (77°C) 85 (2.3kg)<br />

2.2 lb<br />

250 194 125 72<br />

VariKleer 10-15 m<strong>in</strong>s 2 to 1 212°F (100°C) 84 (1kg)<br />

2.2 lb<br />

54 42 27 15<br />

VariDur® 3000 15-30 m<strong>in</strong>s 2 to1 252°F (122°C) 90 (1kg) 54 42 27 15<br />

SamplKwick®<br />

(1 lb res<strong>in</strong> / 12 oz hardener)<br />

SamplKwick®<br />

(5 lb res<strong>in</strong> / 64 oz hardener)<br />

SamplKwick®<br />

(25 lb res<strong>in</strong> / 2.5 gal hardener)<br />

SamplKwick®<br />

(100 lb res<strong>in</strong> / 5 gal hardener)<br />

VariKleer<br />

(1 kg res<strong>in</strong> / 500 ml hardener)<br />

VariDur®<br />

(1 lb res<strong>in</strong> / 12 oz hardener)<br />

VariDur®<br />

(5 lb res<strong>in</strong> / 54 oz hardener)<br />

VariDur® 3000<br />

(1 kg res<strong>in</strong> / 500 ml hardener)<br />

What You Should Know<br />

20-3590<br />

20-3580<br />

- Acrylics should be poured very quickly to prevent gell<strong>in</strong>g<br />

- Mix under a fume hood whenever possible<br />

2” (50mm)<br />

18 Effective 2011


Size<br />

Size<br />

R<strong>in</strong>g Forms & Molds <strong>for</strong> Castable Mounts<br />

SO - Special Order Items may have<br />

lead times and m<strong>in</strong>imum orders<br />

1” (25.4mm)<br />

1.25” (32mm)<br />

1.5” (38mm)<br />

2” (50mm)<br />

2.5” x 1.4” x 1.8” (63mm<br />

2.5” x 35mm x 1.4” x 46mm) x 1.8”<br />

(1 each)<br />

6” x 4” x 2” (150mm<br />

6” x 100mm x 4” x 2” x 50mm)<br />

(1 each)<br />

6” x 3” x 1” (150mm<br />

6” x 76mm x 3” x 1” x 25mm)<br />

(1 each)<br />

SO - Special Order Items may have<br />

lead times and m<strong>in</strong>imum orders<br />

25mm<br />

30mm<br />

40mm<br />

50mm<br />

55 60mm x 30 x 22mm<br />

55mm x 30mm<br />

70 x 22mm x 40 x 22mm<br />

70mm x 40mm<br />

x 22mm<br />

20-9177<br />

20-9179<br />

20-9182<br />

20-9183<br />

20-9178<br />

20-8180<br />

20-9181<br />

20-9184<br />

SamplKups®<br />

(set of 12)<br />

SamplKups®<br />

(set of 12)<br />

20-8483 *SO<br />

20-8484<br />

20-8485<br />

20-8181<br />

20-8182<br />

20-8183<br />

20-8184<br />

20-6185<br />

20-6186<br />

20-6187<br />

Silicone Molds<br />

(set of 1 each)<br />

EPDM Mount<strong>in</strong>g Cups<br />

(set of 5)<br />

20-8151-100<br />

20-8152-100<br />

20-8153-100<br />

20-8154-100<br />

SamplKups®Reusable<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g Cups<br />

Reusable EPDM<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g Cups<br />

Disposable Plastic<br />

Castable Mount<strong>in</strong>g Cups<br />

Castable Mount<strong>in</strong>g Compounds<br />

Plastic R<strong>in</strong>g Forms<br />

(set of 100)<br />

(<strong>for</strong> best results, use with<br />

epoxy systems)<br />

20-8280<br />

20-8281<br />

20-8282 *SO<br />

20-8283 *SO<br />

Disposable Mount<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Cups (set of 50)<br />

Reusable EPDM<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g Cups<br />

Plastic R<strong>in</strong>g Forms &<br />

Recessed Plastic Discs<br />

Effective 2011 19<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g


Castable Mount<strong>in</strong>g Specimen Support Clips<br />

Description<br />

100<br />

100<br />

1000<br />

* Best when used <strong>in</strong> Epoxy<br />

Quantity<br />

20-4000-100<br />

Sta<strong>in</strong>less Steel<br />

Plastic<br />

20-4100-100<br />

20-4001-000<br />

100 20-5100-100<br />

Plastic<br />

(Small O.D.)<br />

20-4100-100S<br />

Castable Mount<strong>in</strong>g Accessories<br />

<strong>Buehler</strong> SamplKlips®, Specimen Support Clips and UniClips® are <strong>in</strong>tended <strong>for</strong> use <strong>in</strong> support<strong>in</strong>g specimens dur<strong>in</strong>g mount<strong>in</strong>g <strong>for</strong><br />

metallographic preparation. The choice of clip will depend on the mount<strong>in</strong>g method and specimen geometry. All of these products are<br />

compatible with all <strong>Buehler</strong> castable media types (epoxy and acrylic). Specimen support clips are not recommended <strong>for</strong> compression<br />

mount<strong>in</strong>g. The SamplKlip® is compatible with compression mount<strong>in</strong>g, however the UniClip® is perhaps best suited to compressionmount<strong>in</strong>g,<br />

though the UniClip® must be oriented with the “legs” upward to prevent collapse dur<strong>in</strong>g mount<strong>in</strong>g.<br />

The weight and relative hardness of the clips should be considered when choos<strong>in</strong>g a clip. The sta<strong>in</strong>less steel SamplKlip® is the heaviest<br />

clip, but may be too hard <strong>for</strong> use when prepar<strong>in</strong>g a soft material. The UniClip® is the next heaviest clip and is softer, mak<strong>in</strong>g it more<br />

compatible with soft materials. For metallic specimens that are to be etched after preparation, one of the polymer clips (SamplKlip® I,<br />

Specimen Support Clip, or UniClip®) is best to prevent <strong>in</strong>terference with etch<strong>in</strong>g due to a sta<strong>in</strong>less steel clip <strong>in</strong> contact with the<br />

specimen.<br />

Specimen thickness will <strong>in</strong>fluence choice of clip type as follows:<br />

Clip Type Approximate Compatible Specimen Thickness<br />

Spec Support Clip, UniClip® 0.0035” to 0.090” (0.9mm to 2.3mm)<br />

SamplKlip®, SamplKlip® I (large and small) up to 0.200” (5mm)<br />

Use the product dimensions listed below to ensure compatibility of these products with specimens.<br />

Approximate Product Dimensions:<br />

Product Catalog Number height (<strong>in</strong>) width (<strong>in</strong>) length (<strong>in</strong>) weight (g)<br />

SamplKlip® 20-4000-100 0.250 0.550 0.350 0.575<br />

SamplKlip® I 20-4100-100 0.250 0.475 0.300 0.230<br />

SamplKlip® I 20-4100-100S 0.250 0.425 0.250 0.110<br />

Spec Support Clip 20-4001-000 0.250 0.290 0.375 0.145<br />

UniClip® 20-5100-100 0.400 0.360 0.500 0.290<br />

All dimensions and weights are approximate and <strong>in</strong>tended only to provide a relative comparison of these products. The width values<br />

are measurements of the clip at its widest po<strong>in</strong>t without a specimen. UniClip® height given above <strong>in</strong>cludes legs (h ~ 0.235” without).<br />

SamplKlip®<br />

Support Clip<br />

SamplKlip® I<br />

Support Clip<br />

Specimen<br />

Support Clips*<br />

UniClip<br />

Support Clip<br />

SamplKlip® Support Clip SamplKlip® I Support<br />

Clip<br />

Specimen Support<br />

Clips<br />

UniClip Support Clip<br />

20 Effective 2011


Castable Mount<strong>in</strong>g Accessories<br />

SO - Special Order Items may have<br />

lead times and m<strong>in</strong>imum orders<br />

Description<br />

Glass Plate, seamed edges<br />

5” x 7” (12.7cm x 17.8cm)<br />

Release Agent<br />

with Swab ✝<br />

Release Agent<br />

Refill<br />

Release Agent<br />

Refill<br />

MetCoat® Protective<br />

Lacquer Coat<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g Cement<br />

Lakeside 70<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g Wax<br />

Crystalbond*<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g Wax<br />

Crystalbond LT**<br />

TEM<br />

Epoxy<br />

EdgeMet® Electroless<br />

Nickel Kit<br />

Pumps <strong>for</strong> Gallon<br />

Size Epoxy Conta<strong>in</strong>ers<br />

Paper Cups,<br />

5 oz. (148ml)<br />

Stirr<strong>in</strong>g Sticks,<br />

Wooden<br />

Flat Edge<br />

Filler<br />

Safety<br />

Glasses<br />

Gloves<br />

Each<br />

Quantity<br />

2 oz. (0.03l)<br />

1 pt. (0.47l)<br />

1 qt. (0.95l)<br />

6 oz. (0.17kg)<br />

12 bars<br />

1 stick, 7“ x d“<br />

(178 x 22mm)<br />

1 stick, 7“x 1“ x 2“<br />

(178 x 25.4 x 12.7mm)<br />

2 oz. (0.06l)<br />

1qt. (0.95l) A & B<br />

Solutions & 6oz<br />

(0.18l) Preclean<br />

Solution<br />

Each<br />

100<br />

1000<br />

1 lb. (.45kg)<br />

✠ Restricted article, requires special packag<strong>in</strong>g<br />

* Flows at 250° F (121°C) ** Flows at 150° F (54°C)<br />

✝ Used <strong>for</strong> mold release and other mount<strong>in</strong>g applications<br />

1<br />

Box Medium<br />

Box Large<br />

Box X-Large<br />

20-8179-001 *SO<br />

20-8185-002✠<br />

20-8185-016✠<br />

20-8185-032✠<br />

20-8190✠<br />

40-8100<br />

40-8150<br />

20-8145<br />

40-8151<br />

20-8192✠<br />

20-8000 *SO<br />

20-8177-100<br />

20-8175<br />

20-8196<br />

00-10002<br />

00-10001-1<br />

00-10001-2<br />

00-10001-3<br />

Catalog<br />

Number/<br />

Price<br />

SO - Special Order Items may have<br />

lead times and m<strong>in</strong>imum orders<br />

Size Recessed<br />

25mm<br />

MetKleer® Adhesive<br />

Bases<br />

20-3511 *SO<br />

20-3521 *SO<br />

20-3512 *SO<br />

20-3513 *SO<br />

20-3514 *SO<br />

20-3515 *SO<br />

20-3516 *SO<br />

20-3517 *SO<br />

Plastic Discs*<br />

(Qty. 5)<br />

* Recessed plate <strong>for</strong> use with Cast N’ Vac or as a base with<br />

our r<strong>in</strong>g <strong>for</strong>ms<br />

Description 4” x 5” (10.2cm x<br />

MetKleer Adhesive Bases<br />

Safety Glasses<br />

20-8188<br />

12.7cm) (Qty.10)<br />

Effective 2011 21<br />

1”<br />

30mm<br />

14”“”<br />

12”<br />

40mm<br />

50mm<br />

2”<br />

Castable Mount<strong>in</strong>g Accessories<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g


Conductive Filler and Pigments <strong>for</strong> Castable Mounts<br />

Conductive Filler Blue, Red and Black Pigments<br />

SO - Special Order Items may have<br />

lead times and m<strong>in</strong>imum orders<br />

Size<br />

1 oz (30ml)<br />

2 lb. (.9kg)<br />

PWB Mount<strong>in</strong>g Accessories<br />

SO - Special Order Items may have<br />

lead times and m<strong>in</strong>imum orders<br />

Description Type<br />

PWB<br />

Holders<br />

Angle Polish<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Inserts<br />

PWB Coupon<br />

P<strong>in</strong>s<br />

PWB Met<br />

P<strong>in</strong>s<br />

PWB Coupon P<strong>in</strong>s PWB Met P<strong>in</strong>s<br />

20-8501 *SO<br />

Conductive Filler - If you need conductive castable mounts <strong>for</strong><br />

SEM, EDS, or WDS work, then you need <strong>Buehler</strong>'s<br />

Conductive Filler. Add<strong>in</strong>g this nickel based filler to <strong>Buehler</strong>'s<br />

epoxies or acrylics makes your mounts conductive.<br />

Castable Mount Pigments allow you to enhance the contrast<br />

between your specimen and any of our epoxy or acrylic mount<strong>in</strong>g<br />

compounds.<br />

While these pigments color code and enhance contrast, they do<br />

not <strong>in</strong>filtrate pores and cannot be used as a substitute <strong>for</strong><br />

EpoColor.<br />

Blue Pigment<br />

18:” (29mm O.D.)<br />

14” Diameter<br />

(32mm)<br />

1z” long<br />

a” long<br />

20-8502 *SO<br />

Black Pigment<br />

22 Effective 2011<br />

Tip<br />

Castable Mount<strong>in</strong>g Accessories<br />

20-8504 *SO<br />

10<br />

10<br />

1000<br />

3000<br />

Red Pigment<br />

Quantity<br />

20-8500<br />

20-8200-010 *SO<br />

20-8205-010 *SO<br />

60-5053<br />

60-5084<br />

Conductive Filler<br />

Catalog<br />

Number/<br />

Price<br />

PWB Met p<strong>in</strong>s are used to hold coupons <strong>in</strong> High Volume Pr<strong>in</strong>ted<br />

Wir<strong>in</strong>g Board <strong>Preparation</strong> Systems, to provide accurate,<br />

reproducible cross-sections of plated through-holes.<br />

The NelsonZimmer® 2000 provides cross-sections down to 0.008”<br />

<strong>in</strong> diameter on plated through-holes and will hold six coupons<br />

(up to 0.125” thick) <strong>in</strong> each of the six cavities utiliz<strong>in</strong>g two coupon<br />

p<strong>in</strong>s 1z” long (PN 60-5053).<br />

The NelsonZimmer® 3000 provides cross-sections down to<br />

0.0004” <strong>in</strong> diameter on plated through-holes and will hold three<br />

coupons <strong>in</strong>dividually <strong>in</strong> each of the six cavities utiliz<strong>in</strong>g two<br />

coupon p<strong>in</strong>s a” long (PN 60-5084).


Miscellaneous Mount<strong>in</strong>g Accessories<br />

Silicone Mold Release Spray, 6 oz.<br />

(0.17kg)<br />

Level<strong>in</strong>g Press<br />

UltraMet® 2 Sonic Cleaner, 32 oz.<br />

(0.95l)<br />

Description<br />

Silicone Mold<br />

Release Spray<br />

Powdered Mold<br />

Release<br />

Plastic<strong>in</strong>e<br />

Clay<br />

Metal<br />

Slides<br />

Level<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Press<br />

Level<strong>in</strong>g Press Kit (Includes Level<strong>in</strong>g Press,<br />

Plastic<strong>in</strong>e Clay & 4 Metal Slides)<br />

Specimen Storage Cups<br />

<strong>for</strong> 14” (32mm) mounts<br />

Glass Slides, Regular<br />

1.06” x 1.81” (27mm x 46mm)<br />

Glass Slides, Regular<br />

1.06” x 1.81” (27mm x 46mm)<br />

Glass Slides, Micro<br />

3” x 1” (76.2mm x 25.4mm)<br />

Glass Slides, Cover<br />

0.94” x 1.54” (24mm x 39mm)<br />

Glass Slides<br />

1” (25mm) Diameter<br />

UltraMet® 2<br />

Sonic Cleaner<br />

1.6 oz. (45g)<br />

1 lb. (0.45kg)<br />

20-3046✠<br />

20-3048<br />

1522-0300<br />

1522-0100<br />

✠ Restricted article, requires special packag<strong>in</strong>g<br />

*Also available <strong>in</strong> quantity of 1000. Replace “100” with “000” <strong>in</strong> the catalog number to order this quantity.<br />

2<br />

Each<br />

Each<br />

25<br />

1 gross (144)<br />

10 gross (1440)<br />

10 gross (1440)<br />

10 gross (1440)<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g Accessories<br />

Quantity<br />

6 oz. (0.17kg)<br />

0422-1000<br />

0799-0124<br />

20-8174<br />

40-8000-001<br />

40-8000-010<br />

40-8002-010<br />

40-8008-010<br />

100* 40-8011-100<br />

32 oz. (0.95l) 75-6000-032<br />

Catalog<br />

Number/<br />

Price<br />

Effective 2011 23<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g


Tips, Tricks & Techniques:<br />

Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g/Polish<strong>in</strong>g Technical In<strong>for</strong>mation & Metal Bonded Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g Discs<br />

■ In select<strong>in</strong>g a gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g surface, choose the f<strong>in</strong>est abrasive that will efficiently achieve planarity<br />

■ To choose which type of gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g surfaces consider:<br />

- CarbiMet® 2 if you process many types of materials. Use 1-2 m<strong>in</strong>utes.<br />

- Apex® DGD or DGD Color <strong>for</strong> very hard materials, fewer gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g steps, controlled material removal and less change over.<br />

If material or mount media is gummy, dress.<br />

- FibrMet® or UltraPrep® Lapp<strong>in</strong>g Films <strong>for</strong> small fragile specimens, electronics and fiber optics<br />

■ Polish<strong>in</strong>g cloths typically last 20 cycles<br />

■ Diamond suspensions conta<strong>in</strong> enough lubricant that they do not require an extender<br />

■ Diamond pastes should be used with MetaDi® Fluid or another extender<br />

Apex® CGD (Coarse Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g Disc)<br />

Color/Micron<br />

Grey (320µm)<br />

Green (240µm)<br />

Black (125µm)<br />

Apex® CGD: aggressive metal bonded diamond discs designed <strong>for</strong> cont<strong>in</strong>uous use and high material<br />

removal rates on hard to gr<strong>in</strong>d materials. Excellent results with: tool steels, tungsten carbide, hard ceramics<br />

and titanium. Apex® CGD is a consumable of choice <strong>for</strong> Zaxis controlled material removal.<br />

1<br />

1<br />

1<br />

Quantity<br />

8” (203mm)<br />

41-10006 41-10009<br />

41-10007 41-10010<br />

41-10008 41-10011<br />

10” (254mm)<br />

12” (305mm)<br />

41-10012<br />

41-10013<br />

41-10014<br />

24 Effective 2011


Apex® Quick-Change Magnetic System<br />

4<br />

3<br />

2<br />

1<br />

Platen (1), Apex M (2),<br />

Apex B (3) & Apex DGD (4)<br />

Diamond Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g Discs<br />

Apex® Quick-Change Magnetic System is a patented magnetic-based system used <strong>in</strong> conjunction with<br />

either abrasive surfaces or polish<strong>in</strong>g cloths. Apex® consists of two components. The first is the Apex® M<br />

reusable, long-life magnetic disc. With a pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) back<strong>in</strong>g on one side, the Apex® M<br />

disc can be used on any conventional platen. The second component is the Apex® B bimetallic plate and is<br />

used between the Apex® M disc and any PSA backed abrasive surface, polish<strong>in</strong>g cloth or other consumable<br />

of choice.<br />

SO - Special Order Items may have<br />

lead times and m<strong>in</strong>imum orders<br />

(73mm)<br />

2 7/8”<br />

Type<br />

Apex® M Discs -<br />

PSA Backed Magnetic Discs<br />

Apex® B Bimetallic<br />

Plates<br />

Apex® MagoDisc - Alum<strong>in</strong>um<br />

Platen with MagnoFix Installed<br />

Apex® MagnoFix -<br />

PSA Backed Magnetic Disc<br />

Apex® MagnoMet<br />

Metallic Plate<br />

Apex® MagnoPad Teflon®<br />

Coated Metallic Plate<br />

Type<br />

ApexHercules® Rigid Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g Discs<br />

ApexHercules® H<br />

(<strong>for</strong> materials ≥ HRC20, HV236)<br />

ApexHercules® S<br />

(<strong>for</strong> materials < HRC20, HV236)<br />

1<br />

1<br />

1<br />

1<br />

5<br />

5<br />

Quantity<br />

41-10101<br />

ApexHercules® Rigid Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g Discs are a series of eng<strong>in</strong>eered surfaces that are used with<br />

MetaDi® and MetaDi® Supreme Diamond Suspensions to gr<strong>in</strong>d specimens. These discs improve<br />

efficiency by reduc<strong>in</strong>g steps while provid<strong>in</strong>g superb specimen flatness and edge retention.<br />

ApexHercules® RGD’s provide long life, are corrosion resistant and attach directly to Apex® M,<br />

MagnoDisc and MagnoFix.<br />

1<br />

1<br />

Quantity<br />

16-2072<br />

16-2073<br />

8” (203mm)<br />

8” (203mm)<br />

16-2572<br />

16-2573<br />

10” (254mm)<br />

41-2739-608-001 41-2739-610-001<br />

41-2739-208-001 41-2739-210-001<br />

16-2071 16-2571<br />

16-2070 16-2570 *SO<br />

10” (254mm)<br />

41-2740-308-001 41-2740-310-001<br />

41-2740-408-001 41-2740-410-001<br />

12” (305mm)<br />

41-2739-612-001<br />

41-2739-212-001<br />

16-3071 *SO<br />

16-3070 *SO<br />

16-3072<br />

16-3073<br />

12” (305mm)<br />

41-2740-312-001<br />

41-2740-412-001<br />

Effective 2011 25<br />

Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g/Polish<strong>in</strong>g


Apex® Diamond Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g Discs (DGD)<br />

4<br />

3<br />

2<br />

1<br />

Apex® Diamond Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Discs (DGD) provide long wear,<br />

res<strong>in</strong>-bonded, fixed abrasive<br />

surfaces <strong>for</strong> your every<br />

application. These discs provide<br />

high removal rates and superb<br />

edge retention and flatness.<br />

• Durable enough <strong>for</strong> the <strong>in</strong>itial<br />

gr<strong>in</strong>d of an unmounted<br />

specimen, yet available down<br />

to 0.5 micron<br />

• Just add water and use<br />

• Excellent <strong>for</strong> hard materials,<br />

ceramic, glass, TSC and more<br />

• The consumable of choice <strong>for</strong><br />

Zaxis Macro Material<br />

Removal System<br />

• Can be dressed with 15-6190<br />

Dress<strong>in</strong>g Stick<br />

Micron<br />

165<br />

125<br />

70<br />

45<br />

30<br />

15<br />

9<br />

6<br />

3<br />

0.5<br />

1<br />

1<br />

1<br />

1<br />

1<br />

1<br />

1<br />

1<br />

1<br />

1<br />

Quantity<br />

8” (203mm)<br />

41-5008 41-5010<br />

41-5108 41-5110<br />

41-5208 41-5210<br />

41-5308 41-5310<br />

41-5408 41-5410<br />

41-5508 41-5510<br />

Diamond Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g Discs<br />

10” (254mm)<br />

12” (305mm)<br />

40-5012<br />

41-5112<br />

41-5212<br />

41-5312<br />

41-5412<br />

41-5512<br />

41-5608 41-5610 41-5612<br />

41-5708 41-5710 41-5712<br />

41-5808 41-5810 41-5812<br />

41-5908 41-5910 41-5912<br />

26 Effective 2011


Apex® Diamond Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g Discs (DGD)<br />

4<br />

3<br />

2<br />

1<br />

Apex® DGD Color provides<br />

long wear, res<strong>in</strong>-bonded, fixed<br />

abrasive surfaces <strong>for</strong> your every<br />

application. These discs provide<br />

high material removal rates and<br />

excellent edge retention and<br />

flatness.<br />

• Bond<strong>in</strong>g characteristics allow<br />

these discs to be used on a<br />

wide variety of materials,<br />

<strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g softer materials<br />

such as brass and copper.<br />

• Just add water and use<br />

• The consumable of choice <strong>for</strong><br />

Zaxis Macro Material<br />

Removal System<br />

• Can be dressed with 15-6190<br />

Dress<strong>in</strong>g Stick<br />

SO - Special Order Items may have<br />

lead times and m<strong>in</strong>imum orders<br />

Color (Micron)<br />

Green (240)<br />

Black (125)<br />

Red (75)<br />

Purple (55)<br />

Yellow (35)<br />

White (15)<br />

Blue (8)<br />

1<br />

1<br />

1<br />

1<br />

1<br />

1<br />

1<br />

8” (203mm)<br />

41-3308 41-3310<br />

41-3408 41-3410<br />

41-3508 41-3510 *SO<br />

41-3608 41-3610<br />

41-3708 41-3710<br />

41-3808 41-3810 *SO<br />

Diamond Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g Discs<br />

10” (254mm)<br />

12” (305mm)<br />

41-3312<br />

41-3412<br />

41-3512<br />

41-3612<br />

41-3712<br />

41-3812<br />

41-3908 41-3910 41-3912<br />

Effective 2011 27<br />

Quantity<br />

ReVēl Discs – new possibilities with new technology.<br />

Type<br />

ReVēl A<br />

ReVēl B<br />

<strong>Preparation</strong> Methods featur<strong>in</strong>g NEW ReVēl Discs:<br />

5<br />

5<br />

Quantity<br />

This item has been designated as a green product.<br />

8” (203mm)<br />

41-10044 41-10045<br />

41-10047 41-10048<br />

10” (254mm)<br />

Material Surface Time<br />

CarbiMet® 2, 320 grit Until plane<br />

Ferrous <strong>Materials</strong> 60 HRC<br />

ReVēl A 2 m<strong>in</strong>utes<br />

ChemoMet® with MasterMet® 4 m<strong>in</strong>utes, 20 seconds<br />

Ferrous <strong>Materials</strong> CarbiMet® 2, 320 grit Until plane<br />

50 Ferrous HRC <strong>Materials</strong> 50 HRC<br />

ReVēl A 2 m<strong>in</strong>utes<br />

ChemoMet® with MasterMet® 4 m<strong>in</strong>utes, 20 seconds<br />

Inconel CarbiMet® 2,400 grit Until plane<br />

Nickel Based Alloys<br />

ReVēl B 2 m<strong>in</strong>utes<br />

ChemoMet® with MasterMet® 4 m<strong>in</strong>utes, 20 seconds<br />

Tungsten carbide<br />

Tungsten Carbide<br />

Apex® DGD Yellow<br />

ReVēl A<br />

Until plane<br />

2 m<strong>in</strong>utes<br />

12” (305mm)<br />

41-10046<br />

41-10049<br />

Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g/Polish<strong>in</strong>g


New SumMet Bundles, conta<strong>in</strong> enough supplies to prepare 100 specimen holders<br />

Consists of:<br />

CarbiMet® 2 (320/P400) Abrasive Discs,<br />

UltraPad, TriDent and MicroCloth® Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloths,<br />

9µm and 3µm MetaDi® Supreme Diamond Suspension,<br />

MasterPrep® F<strong>in</strong>al Polish<strong>in</strong>g Suspension<br />

CarbiMet® 2 (320/P400) Abrasive Discs,<br />

UltraPad, TriDent, TexMet® C and MasterTex®<br />

Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloths, 9µm, 3µm, 1µm MetaDi® Supreme<br />

Diamond Paste, MetaDi® Fluid and MasterMet® F<strong>in</strong>al<br />

Polish<strong>in</strong>g Suspension<br />

CarbiMet® 2 (240/P280) Abrasive Discs,<br />

UltraPol and ChemoMet® Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloths,<br />

9µm MetaDi® Supreme Diamond Suspension, and<br />

MasterMet®F<strong>in</strong>al Polish<strong>in</strong>g Suspension<br />

CarbiMet® 2 (240/P280) and (600/P1200) Abrasive Discs,<br />

TexMet® C and MicroCloth® Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloths,<br />

3µm MetaDi® Supreme Diamond Paste, MetaDi® Fluid<br />

and MasterPrep® F<strong>in</strong>al Polish<strong>in</strong>g Suspension<br />

Apex® DGD Red Disc, UltraPol, TexMet® C and<br />

ChemoMet® Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloths, 9µm and 3µm MetaDi®<br />

Diamond Supreme and MasterMet® F<strong>in</strong>al Polish<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Suspension<br />

Bundle <strong>for</strong> Ferrous and Nickel<br />

material<br />

Bundle <strong>for</strong> Ceramic and<br />

Refactory material<br />

Bundle <strong>for</strong> Alum<strong>in</strong>um and Copper<br />

material<br />

Fe & Ni<br />

Al & Cu<br />

Material Diamond Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g Discs<br />

8” (203mm)<br />

42-10017 42-10018<br />

42-10020 42-10021<br />

42-10023 42-10024<br />

42-10026 42-10027<br />

42-10029 42-10030<br />

10” (254mm)<br />

28 Effective 2011<br />

Ti<br />

Electronic &<br />

Polymer<br />

Ceramic &<br />

Refractory<br />

42-10019<br />

42-10022<br />

42-10025<br />

42-10028<br />

42-10031<br />

12” (305mm)<br />

Bundle <strong>for</strong> Titanium material Bundle <strong>for</strong> Electronic and<br />

Polymer material


UltraPrep Res<strong>in</strong>-Bonded Diamond Discs<br />

SO - Special Order Items may have<br />

lead times and m<strong>in</strong>imum orders<br />

Diamond Size<br />

30 micron<br />

9 micron<br />

3 micron<br />

UltraPrep Metal-Bonded Diamond Discs<br />

Diamond Size<br />

125 micron<br />

70 micron<br />

45 micron<br />

15 micron<br />

9 micron<br />

6 micron<br />

UltraPrep Metal Bonded<br />

Diamond Discs, PSA Backed<br />

Black<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

White<br />

Blue<br />

Light Purple<br />

Orange<br />

Blue<br />

Yellow<br />

Box Code<br />

Box Code<br />

(all discs grey<br />

<strong>in</strong> color)<br />

1<br />

1<br />

1<br />

1<br />

1<br />

1<br />

Quantity<br />

Quantity<br />

15-6330 *SO<br />

15-6309 *SO<br />

15-6303 *SO<br />

15-6199<br />

15-6170<br />

15-6145<br />

Diamond Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g Discs<br />

8” (203mm)<br />

8” (203mm)<br />

15-6299<br />

15-6270<br />

15-6245<br />

12” (305mm)<br />

15-6430 *SO<br />

15-6409 *SO<br />

15-6403 *SO<br />

12” (305mm)<br />

Effective 2011 29<br />

1<br />

1<br />

1<br />

69-1599<br />

69-1571<br />

69-1545<br />

69-1515<br />

69-1509<br />

69-1506<br />

2d” (73mm)<br />

15-6115<br />

15-6109<br />

15-6106<br />

15-6215<br />

15-6209<br />

15-6206<br />

Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g/Polish<strong>in</strong>g


CarbiMet® 2 Abrasive Discs, Pla<strong>in</strong> Backed<br />

Grit ANSI (FEPA)<br />

60 (P60)<br />

120 (P120)<br />

180 (P180)<br />

240 (P280)<br />

320 (P400)<br />

400 (P800)<br />

600 (P1200)<br />

800 (P1500)<br />

MicroCut® Disc<br />

1200 (P2500)<br />

MicroCut® Disc<br />

Assorted (60-600)<br />

(P60-P1200)<br />

CarbiMet® 2 Abrasive Discs are a premium l<strong>in</strong>e of SiC gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g papers designed <strong>for</strong> superior<br />

gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g per<strong>for</strong>mance on all types of specimens. These discs are designed <strong>for</strong> wet or dry gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g;<br />

however wet gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g should <strong>in</strong>duce less de<strong>for</strong>mation <strong>in</strong> specimens. The tightly held abrasive gra<strong>in</strong><br />

siz<strong>in</strong>g gives CarbiMet 2 Abrasive Discs the rapid material removal and uni<strong>for</strong>m f<strong>in</strong>ish needed to<br />

reduce rough and f<strong>in</strong>al polish<strong>in</strong>g times. The uni<strong>for</strong>mity and consistency of these discs make them an<br />

excellent choice <strong>for</strong> use with automatic gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g and polish<strong>in</strong>g systems. CarbiMet 2 Discs utilize<br />

premium “C” weight paper.<br />

269.0<br />

127.0<br />

78.0<br />

52.2<br />

35.0<br />

21.8<br />

15.3<br />

12.6<br />

8.4<br />

Abrasive<br />

Size(µm)<br />

100<br />

100<br />

100<br />

100<br />

100<br />

100<br />

100<br />

100<br />

100<br />

Note: The Assorted packages have 10 each of various grit sizes.<br />

70<br />

Quantity<br />

8” (203mm)<br />

10” (254mm)<br />

30-5108-060-102 30-5125-1-060-102<br />

30-5108-120-102 30-5125-1-120-102<br />

30-5108-180-102 30-5125-1-180-102<br />

30-5108-240-102 30-5125-1-240-102<br />

30-5108-320-102 30-5125-1-320-102<br />

30-5108-400-102 30-5125-1-400-102<br />

30-5108-600-102 30-5125-1-600-102<br />

30-5538-800-100 30-5125-1-800-100<br />

30-5538-012-100 30-5125-1-012-100<br />

30-5108-102 30-5125-1-102<br />

Abrasive Discs<br />

This item has been designated as a green product.<br />

12” (305mm)<br />

30-5121-060-102<br />

30-5121-120-102<br />

30-5121-180-102<br />

30-5121-240-102<br />

30-5121-320-102<br />

30-5121-400-102<br />

30-5121-600-102<br />

30-5542-800-100<br />

30-5542-012-100<br />

30-5121-102<br />

30 Effective 2011


CarbiMet® 2 Abrasive Discs, PSA Backed<br />

Grit ANSI (FEPA)<br />

60 (P60)<br />

120 (P120)<br />

180 (P180)<br />

240 (P280)<br />

320 (P400)<br />

400 (P800)<br />

600 (P1200)<br />

800 (P1500)<br />

MicroCut® Discs<br />

1200 (P2500)<br />

MicroCut® Discs<br />

Assorted**<br />

(120-600)<br />

(P120-P1200)<br />

269.0<br />

127.0<br />

78.0<br />

52.2<br />

35.0<br />

21.8<br />

15.3<br />

12.6<br />

8.4<br />

Abrasive<br />

Size(µm)<br />

100<br />

100<br />

100<br />

100<br />

100<br />

100<br />

100<br />

100<br />

100<br />

60<br />

Quantity<br />

2d”“” (73mm)<br />

8” (203mm)<br />

30-5170-120-102 30-5118-120-102<br />

30-5170-180-102 30-5118-180-102<br />

30-5170-240-102 30-5118-240-102<br />

30-5170-320-102 30-5118-320-102<br />

30-5170-400-102 30-5118-400-102<br />

30-5170-600-102 30-5118-600-102<br />

30-5170-800-100 30-5528-800-100<br />

30-5170-012-100 30-5528-012-100<br />

30-5178-182 30-5118-102<br />

10” (254mm)<br />

Abrasive Discs<br />

This item has been designated as a green product.<br />

12” (305mm)<br />

30-5112-060-102<br />

30-5125-3-120-102 30-5112-120-102<br />

30-5125-3-180-102 30-5112-180-102<br />

30-5125-3-240-102 30-5112-240-102<br />

30-5125-3-320-102 30-5112-320-102<br />

30-5125-3-400-102 30-5112-400-102<br />

30-5125-3-600-102 30-5112-600-102<br />

30-5125-3-800-100 30-5532-800-100<br />

30-5125-3-012-100 30-5532-012-100<br />

30-5125-3-102 30-5112-102<br />

Note: The Assorted packages have 10 each of various grit sizes.<br />

** The 2d” Assorted package (30-5178-182) has 10 each of 180, 240, 320, 400 and 600 grits. 12” (305mm) assorted package has a quantity of 70.<br />

Effective 2011 31<br />

Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g/Polish<strong>in</strong>g


ZirMet® Abrasive Discs<br />

4<br />

3<br />

2<br />

1<br />

ZirMet® Abrasive Discs are<br />

polyester-backed discs coated<br />

with a zirconia alum<strong>in</strong>a abrasive.<br />

They provide maximum material<br />

removal with m<strong>in</strong>imum heat<br />

generation and sample<br />

de<strong>for</strong>mation, and are <strong>in</strong>tended<br />

primarily <strong>for</strong> heavy stock<br />

removal <strong>in</strong> the <strong>in</strong>itial gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g<br />

stages.<br />

<strong>Buehler</strong>Met® II Abrasive Discs, Pla<strong>in</strong> Backed<br />

Grit ANSI (FEPA)<br />

60 (P60)<br />

120 (P120)<br />

180 (P180)<br />

240 (P280)<br />

320 (P400)<br />

400 (P800)<br />

600 (P1200)<br />

Assorted (60-600)<br />

(P60-P1200)<br />

269.0<br />

127.0<br />

78.0<br />

52.2<br />

35.0<br />

21.8<br />

15.3<br />

Grit ANSI (FEPA)<br />

60 (P60)<br />

120 (P120)<br />

180 (P180)<br />

220 (P240)<br />

269.0<br />

127.0<br />

78.0<br />

58.5<br />

8” (203mm)<br />

Abrasive<br />

Size (µm)<br />

Quantity<br />

30-5308-060-102 30-5310-060-102<br />

30-5308-120-102 30-5310-120-102<br />

30-5308-180-102 30-5310-180-102<br />

30-5308-240-102 30-5310-240-102<br />

30-5308-320-102 30-5310-320-102<br />

30-5308-400-102 30-5310-400-102<br />

30-5308-600-102 30-5310-600-102<br />

30-5308-102 30-5310-102<br />

10” (254mm)<br />

12” (305mm)<br />

15-5132-060-025<br />

15-5132-120-025<br />

15-5132-180-025<br />

15-5132-220-025<br />

The <strong>Buehler</strong>Met® II l<strong>in</strong>e of SiC Abrasive Discs has been developed <strong>for</strong> less critical laboratory<br />

gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g of metallographic and petrographic samples. These papers utilize a pla<strong>in</strong> commercial<br />

“C” weight paper back<strong>in</strong>g with a uni<strong>for</strong>mly graded abrasive coat<strong>in</strong>g <strong>for</strong> consistent cutt<strong>in</strong>g<br />

per<strong>for</strong>mance. <strong>Buehler</strong>Met® II discs can be used wet or dry and are suitable <strong>for</strong> manual or<br />

automated gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g applications.<br />

Abrasive<br />

Size(µm)<br />

100<br />

100<br />

100<br />

100<br />

100<br />

100<br />

100<br />

70<br />

Quantity<br />

12” (305mm)<br />

30-5321-060-102<br />

30-5321-120-102<br />

30-5321-180-102<br />

30-5321-240-102<br />

30-5321-320-102<br />

30-5321-400-102<br />

30-5321-600-102<br />

30-5321-102<br />

32 Effective 2011<br />

25<br />

25<br />

25<br />

25<br />

Abrasive Discs<br />

This item has been designated as a green product.


<strong>Buehler</strong>Met® II Abrasive Discs, PSA Backed<br />

Grit ANSI (FEPA)<br />

60 (P60)<br />

120 (P120)<br />

180 (P180)<br />

240 (P280)<br />

320 (P400)<br />

400 (P800)<br />

600 (P1200)<br />

Assorted<br />

(60-600)<br />

(P60-P1200)<br />

MetGrip® L<strong>in</strong>ers<br />

Description<br />

MetGrip® L<strong>in</strong>ers<br />

269.0<br />

127.0<br />

78.0<br />

52.2<br />

35.0<br />

21.8<br />

15.3<br />

Abrasive<br />

Size(µm)<br />

100<br />

100<br />

100<br />

100<br />

100<br />

100<br />

100<br />

70<br />

Quantity<br />

8” (203mm)<br />

30-5318-060-102<br />

30-5318-120-102<br />

30-5318-180-102<br />

30-5318-240-102<br />

30-5318-320-102<br />

30-5318-400-102<br />

30-5318-600-102<br />

30-5318-102<br />

10” (254mm)<br />

12” (305mm)<br />

30-5328-060-102 30-5312-060-102<br />

30-5328-120-102 30-5312-120-102<br />

30-5328-180-102 30-5312-180-102<br />

30-5328-240-102 30-5312-240-102<br />

30-5328-320-102 30-5312-320-102<br />

30-5328-400-102 30-5312-400-102<br />

30-5328-600-102 30-5312-600-102<br />

30-5328-102 30-5312-102<br />

MetGrip® L<strong>in</strong>ers. Double-sided PSA backed film <strong>for</strong> hold<strong>in</strong>g pla<strong>in</strong> backed papers on platen.<br />

MetGrip L<strong>in</strong>ers should be applied with the <strong>Buehler</strong> logo side aga<strong>in</strong>st the platen. Pla<strong>in</strong> backed paper<br />

should be applied to the pla<strong>in</strong> l<strong>in</strong>er side. Each l<strong>in</strong>er lasts approximatley 10 uses.<br />

Quantity<br />

10 30-8508<br />

8” (203mm)<br />

10” (254mm)<br />

Abrasive Discs<br />

This item has been designated as a green product.<br />

30-8510 30-8512<br />

12” (305mm)<br />

Effective 2011 33<br />

Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g/Polish<strong>in</strong>g


CarbiMet® & CarbiMet® 2 Belts, Rolls & Strips and ZirMet® Belts<br />

CarbiMet® MetSplice® Belts<br />

SO - Special Order Items may have<br />

lead times and m<strong>in</strong>imum orders<br />

Grit ANSI (FEPA)<br />

50 (P50)<br />

60 (P60)<br />

80 (P80)<br />

120 (P120)<br />

180 (P180)<br />

220 (P240)<br />

240 (P280)<br />

320 (P400)<br />

400 (P800)<br />

600 (P1200)<br />

Assorted<br />

(240/P280 - 600/P1200)<br />

326.0<br />

269.0<br />

201.0<br />

127.0<br />

78.0<br />

58.5<br />

52.2<br />

35.0<br />

21.8<br />

Abrasive<br />

Size(µm)<br />

16-5200-050-010<br />

16-5200-080-010<br />

16-5200-120-010<br />

16-5200-180-010<br />

CarbiMet® MetSplice®<br />

Belts 4” x 36” (102 x<br />

914mm), Qty. 10<br />

16-5200-240-010 30-5143-240-002<br />

16-5200-320-010 30-5143-320-002<br />

16-5200-400-010 30-5143-400-002<br />

CarbiMet® 2 Abrasive<br />

Rolls <strong>for</strong> HandiMet® 2<br />

3v”” x 60’ (87mm x<br />

18.3m), Qty. 1<br />

Abrasive Belts, Rolls & Strips<br />

<strong>Buehler</strong> MetSplice® Belts are recommended <strong>for</strong> general coarse and f<strong>in</strong>e gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g applications<br />

where a uni<strong>for</strong>m surface f<strong>in</strong>ish is required. The specially designed biased-butt splice elim<strong>in</strong>ates the<br />

typical belt bump found <strong>in</strong> conventional belts. This design results <strong>in</strong> a true runn<strong>in</strong>g belt which<br />

delivers flat uni<strong>for</strong>mly ground specimens.<br />

<strong>Buehler</strong> CarbiMet® 2 Rolls and Strips are <strong>for</strong> use on HandiMet® 2 and HandiMet® I manual<br />

polishers.<br />

30-5160-240-102<br />

30-5160-320-102<br />

30-5160-400-102<br />

15.3 16-5200-600-010 30-5143-600-002 30-5160-600-102<br />

* The Assorted package (30-5160-102) has a quantity of 40, 10 each of 240, 320, 400 and 600 grits.<br />

30-5160-102<br />

CarbiMet® 2 Abrasive<br />

Strips <strong>for</strong> HandiMet® 1,<br />

3” x 11” (76.2mm x<br />

279mm), Qty. 100<br />

16-5400-060-005<br />

16-5400-120-005<br />

ZirMet® MetSplice®<br />

Abrasive Belts<br />

4” x 36” (102mm<br />

x 914mm),<br />

Qty. 5<br />

16-5400-180-005 *SO<br />

16-5400-220-005 *SO<br />

34 Effective 2011


FibrMet® Abrasive Discs<br />

FibrMet® Discs, 8 (203mm)<br />

SO - Special Order Items may have<br />

lead times and m<strong>in</strong>imum orders<br />

Micron<br />

0.05<br />

0.3<br />

1<br />

3<br />

3<br />

9<br />

12<br />

15<br />

Off White<br />

White<br />

Green<br />

P<strong>in</strong>k<br />

Grey<br />

Light<br />

Blue<br />

Yellow<br />

Grey<br />

Color<br />

Al 2O 3<br />

Al 2O 3<br />

Al 2O 3<br />

Al 2O 3<br />

SiC<br />

Material<br />

69-3110 *SO<br />

69-3104*<br />

69-3103*<br />

69-3102*<br />

69-3912 *SO<br />

4””(102mm)<br />

PSA Backed<br />

8””(203mm)<br />

PSA Backed<br />

Abrasive Lapp<strong>in</strong>g Film<br />

FibrMet® Abrasive Discs are <strong>for</strong>mulated <strong>for</strong> f<strong>in</strong>e gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g applications where diamond is not<br />

required. FibrMet products conta<strong>in</strong> either alum<strong>in</strong>um oxide or silicon carbide abrasive,<br />

res<strong>in</strong>-bonded to a uni<strong>for</strong>m and durable 3 mil polyester back<strong>in</strong>g. Their f<strong>in</strong>e size distribution and<br />

superb abrasive characteristics make them the best choice <strong>for</strong> gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g epoxy beads, glass ferrules,<br />

and glass or polymer fibers. <strong>Buehler</strong> offers FibrMet Abrasive Discs <strong>in</strong> both pressure-sensitive<br />

adhesives (PSA) and pla<strong>in</strong> backed versions, depend<strong>in</strong>g on diameter.<br />

Al 2O 3<br />

Al 2O 3<br />

SiC<br />

50<br />

50<br />

50<br />

50<br />

50<br />

50<br />

50<br />

Quantity<br />

69-3101*<br />

69-3100*<br />

50 69-3107*<br />

69-3175 *SO<br />

69-3174*<br />

69-3173<br />

69-3172*<br />

69-3171<br />

69-3170<br />

69-3275<br />

69-3274 *SO<br />

69-3272<br />

69-3271<br />

8””(203mm)<br />

Pla<strong>in</strong> Backed<br />

*Bulk packs of 1000 discs are available <strong>in</strong> these sizes. Add “000” to the end of the catalog number to order these sizes <strong>in</strong> quantities of 1000.<br />

69-3124*<br />

69-3123*<br />

69-3122<br />

69-3121*<br />

69-3120*<br />

12””(305mm)<br />

PSA Backed<br />

Effective 2011 35<br />

Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g/Polish<strong>in</strong>g


UltraPrep Diamond Lapp<strong>in</strong>g Films<br />

UltraPrep Diamond Lapp<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Film Discs, Type A, 8“ (203mm)<br />

PSA backed<br />

SEM image, UltraPrep,<br />

Type A surface<br />

SO - Special Order Items may have<br />

lead times and m<strong>in</strong>imum orders<br />

Micron<br />

0.1<br />

0.5<br />

1<br />

3<br />

6<br />

9<br />

15<br />

30<br />

Light<br />

Gray<br />

White<br />

Color<br />

Lavender<br />

P<strong>in</strong>k<br />

Brown<br />

Blue<br />

Orange/<br />

Brown<br />

Green<br />

5<br />

5<br />

5<br />

5<br />

5<br />

5<br />

5<br />

Quantity<br />

69-3118 *SO<br />

69-3117 *SO<br />

69-3116<br />

69-3115<br />

69-3114<br />

69-3113<br />

69-3112<br />

4””(102mm)<br />

Type A, PSA Backed<br />

8””(203mm),<br />

Type A, PSA Backed<br />

Diamond Lapp<strong>in</strong>g Film<br />

UltraPrep Diamond Lapp<strong>in</strong>g Film Products are <strong>for</strong>mulated <strong>for</strong> f<strong>in</strong>e gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g of hard materials<br />

such as ceramic and glass ferrules. Diamond particles are res<strong>in</strong> bonded to a uni<strong>for</strong>m and durable 3<br />

mil polyester back<strong>in</strong>g. Their consistency, f<strong>in</strong>e size distribution, and super-abrasive characteristics<br />

make UltraPrep Diamond Lapp<strong>in</strong>g Films the best choice <strong>for</strong> gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g ceramic ferrules. <strong>Buehler</strong> offers<br />

UltraPrep Type A and UltraPrep Type B Diamond Lapp<strong>in</strong>g Films <strong>in</strong> both pressure-sensitive adhesive<br />

(PSA) and pla<strong>in</strong> backed versions. (Dependant on specific diameter).<br />

UltraPrep Diamond Lapp<strong>in</strong>g Film, Type B (Interrupted)<br />

• A more aggressive, longer-life film <strong>in</strong> which the diamond particles are spaced to allow improved fluid<br />

flow and abrasive action<br />

• Polish<strong>in</strong>g swarf flows between these particles, allow<strong>in</strong>g the polish<strong>in</strong>g process to cont<strong>in</strong>ue<br />

unaffected<br />

• Ideal <strong>for</strong> use on composite materials, non-ferrous materials, and materials where embedd<strong>in</strong>g of<br />

abrasive particles is a concern<br />

SEM image Cross-section<br />

of UltraPrep , Type A<br />

69-1791 *SO<br />

69-1795 *SO<br />

69-1801 *SO<br />

69-1803 *SO<br />

69-1806 *SO<br />

69-1809<br />

69-1815 *SO<br />

2d””(73mm)<br />

Type A, PSA Backed<br />

5 69-3111 *SO<br />

69-1830<br />

SEM image, UltraPrep,<br />

Type B Surface<br />

15-6791<br />

15-6795<br />

15-6801<br />

15-6803<br />

15-6806<br />

15-6809<br />

15-6815<br />

15-6830<br />

SEM image of a Cross-section<br />

of UltraPrep, Type B<br />

15-6792<br />

15-6796<br />

15-6802<br />

15-6804<br />

15-6807<br />

15-6810<br />

15-6816<br />

15-6831<br />

8””(203mm),<br />

Type A, Pla<strong>in</strong> Backed<br />

15-6495 *SO<br />

15-6501 *SO<br />

15-6503<br />

15-6506 *SO<br />

15-6509 *SO<br />

8””(203mm),<br />

Type B, PSA Backed<br />

8””(203mm), Type B,<br />

Pla<strong>in</strong> Backed<br />

15-6496 *SO<br />

15-6502 *SO<br />

15-6504 *SO<br />

15-6510 *SO<br />

36 Effective 2011


Silicon Carbide and Alum<strong>in</strong>um Oxide Abrasive Powders<br />

4<br />

3<br />

2<br />

1<br />

Silicon Carbide Powder, 5 lb.<br />

Grit Size ANSI (FEPA)<br />

120 (P120)<br />

240 (P280)<br />

320 (P400)<br />

400 (P600)<br />

600 (P1200)<br />

1000 (P2000)<br />

Alum<strong>in</strong>um Oxide Abrasive Powders<br />

Particle Size<br />

12.5 micron<br />

9.5 micron<br />

5.0 micron<br />

3.0 micron<br />

Alum<strong>in</strong>um Oxide Abrasive<br />

Powder, 5 lb.<br />

127.0<br />

52.2<br />

35.0<br />

25.8<br />

15.3<br />

10.3<br />

Size (µm)<br />

5 lb. (2.3kg)<br />

5 lb. (2.3kg)<br />

5 lb. (2.3kg)<br />

5 lb. (2.3kg)<br />

5 lb. (2.3kg)<br />

5 lb. (2.3kg)<br />

Quantity<br />

40-6400-120-080<br />

40-6405-240-080<br />

40-6407-320-080<br />

40-6410-400-080<br />

40-6415-600-080<br />

40-6418-000-080<br />

5 lb. (2.3kg)<br />

5 lb. (2.3kg)<br />

5 lb. (2.3kg)<br />

5 lb. (2.3kg)<br />

Silicon Carbide<br />

(SiC)<br />

Quantity<br />

Abrasive Powders<br />

Silicon carbide and alum<strong>in</strong>um oxide abrasive powders are<br />

available <strong>in</strong> various particle sizes. These may, at times, be preferred<br />

<strong>for</strong> f<strong>in</strong>e gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g of samples on various surfaces such as cast iron,<br />

t<strong>in</strong>, lead or cloth covered wheels. The powders are generally used<br />

<strong>in</strong> distilled water mixtures that vary <strong>in</strong> consistency from a th<strong>in</strong><br />

liquid to a paste-like compound depend<strong>in</strong>g upon the powder-towater<br />

ratio.<br />

Alum<strong>in</strong>um<br />

Oxide (Al2O3)<br />

40-6425-400-080<br />

40-6430-600-080<br />

Alum<strong>in</strong>um<br />

Oxide (Al2O3)<br />

40-6612-125-080<br />

40-6609-095-080<br />

40-6605-050-080<br />

40-6603-030-080<br />

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COARSE<br />

INTERMEDIATE<br />

FINE<br />

Premium Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloths & Pads<br />

Laboratory<br />

Cloth Selection Grade Guide<br />

Recommended Abrasive<br />

Cloth Usage Guide Micron Size Type Applications<br />

UltraPad Used to replace multiple 6µm & Up Diamond Ferrous materials and thermal<br />

SiC gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g steps spray coat<strong>in</strong>g<br />

UltraPol Excellent surface f<strong>in</strong>ish, used to 6µm & Up Diamond M<strong>in</strong>erals, coals, ceramics, <strong>in</strong>clusion<br />

reta<strong>in</strong> flatness <strong>in</strong> medium to retention <strong>in</strong> steels, and<br />

hard especimens refractory metals<br />

Nylon Used to reta<strong>in</strong> flatness 6µm & Up Diamond Ferrous materials, s<strong>in</strong>tered<br />

and hard phases carbides and cast irons<br />

TexMet® P Used <strong>for</strong> material removal 6µm & Up Diamond Ceramics, carbides, petrographic,<br />

and flatness of hard metals, glass, and metal<br />

hard specimens matrix composites<br />

TexMet® C General purpose cloth <strong>for</strong> 15-0.02µm Diamond Ferrous and nonferrous metals<br />

<strong>in</strong>termediate steps Al2O3, SiO2 ceramics, electronic, packages,<br />

PCB’s, thermal spray coat<strong>in</strong>gs,<br />

cast irons, cermets, m<strong>in</strong>erals,<br />

composites, plastics<br />

TriDent Used to maximize flatness 9-1µm Diamond Ferrous and nonferrous metals,<br />

and reta<strong>in</strong> phases while microelectronics, coat<strong>in</strong>gs<br />

provid<strong>in</strong>g excellent surface f<strong>in</strong>ish<br />

VerduTex Used <strong>for</strong> rough and f<strong>in</strong>al polish<strong>in</strong>g 9-1µm Diamond Ferrous and nonferrous composite<br />

material and plastic (CFK, GFK)<br />

VelTex Ideal <strong>for</strong> <strong>in</strong>termediate 9-1µm Diamond Steel, nonferrous and<br />

and f<strong>in</strong>al polish<strong>in</strong>g Al2O3 soft materials<br />

WhiteFelt® General usage <strong>for</strong> 6-0.02µm Diamond Ferrous and nonferrous metals<br />

<strong>in</strong>termediate to f<strong>in</strong>e steps Al2O3, SiO2<br />

PoliCloth General usage 6-1µm Diamond Cast iron, copper and<br />

alum<strong>in</strong>um alloys, coal and<br />

other soft materials<br />

MicroCloth® Most popular general usage 5-0.02µm Diamond Ferrous and nonferrous<br />

f<strong>in</strong>al polish<strong>in</strong>g cloth Al2O3, SiO2 metals, ceramics, composites, PCB’s,<br />

cast irons, cermets, plastics, electronics<br />

MicroFloc Good results when used 0.06µm - 0.02µm Al2O3, SiO2 Ferrous and nonferrous materials<br />

with unmounted specimens<br />

MasterTex® Softer f<strong>in</strong>al polish<strong>in</strong>g cloth 1-0.05µm Al2O3, SiO2 Soft nonferrous and<br />

microelectronic packages<br />

ChemoMet® General usage cloth that removes 1-0.02µm Al2O3, SiO2 Titanium, sta<strong>in</strong>less steels, lead/t<strong>in</strong>,<br />

smear metal from tough materials solders, electronic packages, soft<br />

dur<strong>in</strong>g chemomechanical polish<strong>in</strong>g nonferrous metals, plastics<br />

38 Effective 2011


Coarse<br />

Intermediate<br />

F<strong>in</strong>e<br />

Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloths<br />

SO - Special Order Items may have<br />

lead times and m<strong>in</strong>imum orders<br />

Premium<br />

Cloths, PSA Backed<br />

UltraPad<br />

UltraPol<br />

Nylon<br />

TexMet® P * pack of 5<br />

TexMet® C<br />

TriDent<br />

VerduTex<br />

VelTex<br />

WhiteFelt® * pack of 5<br />

PoliCloth<br />

MicroFloc<br />

MicroCloth®<br />

MasterTex®<br />

ChemoMet®<br />

<strong>Buehler</strong> Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloths are premium per<strong>for</strong>mance cloths <strong>for</strong> all materials<br />

applications. The cloths are eng<strong>in</strong>eered <strong>for</strong> high removal rates, long life and superior<br />

surface f<strong>in</strong>ishes. See www.buehler.com/polish<strong>in</strong>g_cloths.pdf <strong>for</strong> more <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation.<br />

40-7112 *SO<br />

40-7052<br />

40-1102<br />

40-7502<br />

40-7212<br />

40-7702<br />

40-7902<br />

2d”” (73mm) Diameter,<br />

Qty. 20<br />

40-7118<br />

40-7068<br />

40-7638<br />

40-1108<br />

40-7518<br />

40-8018<br />

40-8218<br />

16-2002<br />

40-8418<br />

40-8318 *SO<br />

40-7218<br />

40-7738<br />

40-7918<br />

8” (203mm) Diameter,<br />

Qty. 10<br />

40-7120<br />

40-7070<br />

40-7640<br />

40-1110<br />

40-7520<br />

40-8020 *SO<br />

16-2502 *SO<br />

40-8420<br />

40-8320 *SO<br />

40-7220<br />

40-7740<br />

40-7920<br />

10” (254mm) Diameter,<br />

Qty. 10<br />

Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloths<br />

40-7122<br />

40-7442 *SO 40-7448 40-7450 40-7452<br />

40-7072<br />

40-7642<br />

40-1112<br />

40-7522<br />

40-8022<br />

12” (305mm)<br />

Diameter,<br />

Qty. 10<br />

40-8222 *SO<br />

16-3002 *SO<br />

40-8422<br />

40-8322 *SO<br />

40-7222<br />

40-7742<br />

40-7922<br />

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Magnetic Backed (MB) Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloths <strong>for</strong> use with Apex® M<br />

Benefits of MB Cloths:<br />

• Elim<strong>in</strong>ates the possibility of<br />

air bubbles between the<br />

cloth and the platen<br />

• Easier application and<br />

removal of cloths<br />

• Elim<strong>in</strong>ates the need <strong>for</strong> an<br />

Apex® B<br />

• Easy-to-use, soft flexible<br />

back<strong>in</strong>g<br />

F<strong>in</strong>e Intermediate Coarse<br />

Premium Cloths,<br />

Magnetic Backed<br />

Ultra MB<br />

TexMet® MB<br />

Satyn MB<br />

Chemia MB<br />

Micro MB<br />

Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g/Polish<strong>in</strong>g <strong>Consumables</strong><br />

41-10041<br />

41-10035<br />

41-10038<br />

41-10032<br />

8””(203mm)<br />

Qty. 5<br />

41-10042<br />

41-10036<br />

41-10039<br />

41-10033<br />

41-10093 41-10094<br />

MB Premium Cloths<br />

Premium Recommended Abrasive<br />

Cloths Micron Size Type Cloth Characteristics<br />

10””(254mm)<br />

Qty. 5<br />

41-10043<br />

41-10037<br />

41-10040<br />

41-10034<br />

41-10095<br />

Ultra MB 6 & Up Diamond A very hard and extremely flat polish<strong>in</strong>g<br />

cloth, tightly woven from very f<strong>in</strong>e polyester<br />

fibers to transmit flatness. Alternative <strong>for</strong>:<br />

Nylon, UltraPad, or UltraPol Polish<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Cloths<br />

TexMet® MB 15-0.02 Diamond, Al 2O 3, SiO 2 A magnetic backed version of TexMet® -<br />

a firm, dense and hard polish<strong>in</strong>g disc with<br />

excellent uni<strong>for</strong>mity.<br />

Satyn MB 9-1 Diamond A woven artifical silk polish<strong>in</strong>g cloth<br />

constructed with an <strong>in</strong>ternal barrier film <strong>for</strong><br />

durability. Alternative <strong>for</strong>: TriDent® or<br />

VerduTex Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloths<br />

Chemia MB 1-0.02 Al 2O 3, SiO 2 A buffed polyurethane with microscopic<br />

voids, lam<strong>in</strong>ated to a nonwoven substrate.<br />

Good chemical resistance and excellent<br />

flatness. Alternative <strong>for</strong>: ChemoMet®<br />

Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloths<br />

Micro MB 5-0.02 Diamond, Synthetic, medium napped cloth <strong>for</strong> f<strong>in</strong>al<br />

Al2O3, SiO2 polish<strong>in</strong>g most materials. Alternative <strong>for</strong>:<br />

MicroCloth®, MicroCloth® and Veltex<br />

Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloths<br />

40 Effective 2011<br />

NEW<br />

41-10096<br />

41-10097<br />

41-10098<br />

41-10099<br />

41-10100<br />

2 7/8””(73mm)<br />

Qty. 5<br />

12””(305mm)<br />

Qty. 5


MetaDi® Supreme Diamond Suspensions & Pastes<br />

Diamond Size<br />

0.05µm<br />

0.10µm<br />

0.25µm<br />

1µm<br />

1µm f<strong>in</strong>e<br />

3µm<br />

3µm f<strong>in</strong>e<br />

6µm<br />

9µm<br />

15µm<br />

Charcoal<br />

Charcoal<br />

Gray<br />

Blue<br />

Blue<br />

Green<br />

Green<br />

Yellow<br />

Deep Red<br />

Brown<br />

Color<br />

40-6627<br />

40-6628<br />

40-6629<br />

40-6630<br />

40-6630F<br />

40-6631<br />

40-6631F<br />

40-6632<br />

40-6633<br />

40-6634<br />

MetaDi® Supreme Suspensions (left) are non-toxic,<br />

non- combustible, and environmentally safe polycrystall<strong>in</strong>e diamond<br />

suspensions which have a greater number of cutt<strong>in</strong>g facets than<br />

monocrystall<strong>in</strong>e diamond and higher removal rates. These provide<br />

reduced subsurface de<strong>for</strong>mation and are ideal when work<strong>in</strong>g with<br />

samples composed of different materials or hardnesses.<br />

MetaDi® Supreme Diamond Pastes (right) offer the same benefits<br />

as our MetaDi® Supreme Suspensions <strong>in</strong> paste <strong>for</strong>m. This product is<br />

naturally colored with no dyes.<br />

MetaDi® Supreme<br />

Diamond Suspension<br />

8 oz. (0.24l)<br />

40-6630-032<br />

40-6630-032F<br />

40-6631-032<br />

40-6631-032F<br />

40-6632-032<br />

40-6633-032<br />

40-6634-032<br />

* MetaDi® Fluid recommended <strong>for</strong> use with all MetaDi® Pastes and most material applications (p. 43).<br />

Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g/Polish<strong>in</strong>g <strong>Consumables</strong><br />

MetaDi® Supreme<br />

Diamond Suspension<br />

32 oz. (.95l) Refill<br />

40-6629-128<br />

40-6630-128<br />

40-6630-128F<br />

40-6631-128<br />

40-6631-128F<br />

40-6632-128<br />

40-6633-128<br />

40-6634-128<br />

MetaDi® Supreme<br />

Diamond Suspension<br />

1 gal. (3.8l) Refill<br />

40-6301<br />

40-6303<br />

40-6305<br />

40-6307<br />

40-6309<br />

MetaDi® Supreme*<br />

Diamond Paste<br />

20g<br />

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MetaDi® Diamond Suspensions & Pastes<br />

MetaDi® Diamond Suspension<br />

Diamond Size<br />

1µm<br />

3µm<br />

6µm<br />

9µm<br />

15µm<br />

Diamond Size<br />

0.25µm<br />

1µm<br />

3µm<br />

6µm<br />

9µm<br />

15µm<br />

MetaDi® II Diamond Paste<br />

Blue<br />

Green<br />

Yellow<br />

Color<br />

Deep Red<br />

Brown<br />

40-6530<br />

40-6531<br />

40-6532<br />

40-6533<br />

40-6534 Brown<br />

MetaDi®<br />

Diamond Suspension<br />

1 pt. (0.47l)<br />

Gray<br />

Blue<br />

Green<br />

Yellow<br />

Color<br />

Deep Red<br />

Brown<br />

40-6102<br />

40-6128<br />

40-6142<br />

40-6162<br />

40-6182<br />

Diamond Polish<strong>in</strong>g Suspensions & Pastes<br />

MetaDi® Diamond Polish<strong>in</strong>g Compounds are the standard of the<br />

<strong>in</strong>dustry <strong>for</strong> critical sample preparation processes. The unique<br />

<strong>for</strong>mulation of MetaDi® compounds makes them the best <strong>for</strong> use <strong>in</strong><br />

metallographic, petrographic, and ceramographic polish<strong>in</strong>g<br />

applications. MetaDi® diamond compounds are a premium product<br />

that utilize natural (<strong>in</strong> MetaDi® Paste <strong>for</strong>mula) and synthetic (<strong>in</strong><br />

MetaDi® Suspension and MetaDi® II Paste <strong>for</strong>mula) diamond graded<br />

<strong>for</strong> particle size as well as shape. The diamond carrier is <strong>for</strong>mulated<br />

to keep the diamond from load<strong>in</strong>g up and to ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong> its cutt<strong>in</strong>g<br />

efficiency through the life of the polish<strong>in</strong>g surface. Water based<br />

suspensions are recommended <strong>for</strong> most applications. Oil based<br />

suspensions are recommended only <strong>for</strong> materials that are water<br />

sensitive or where more lubrication is necessary.<br />

40-6540<br />

40-6541<br />

40-6542<br />

40-6543<br />

40-6544<br />

MetaDi®<br />

Diamond Suspension<br />

1 pt. (0.47l) Oil<br />

MetaDi®<br />

Diamond Paste<br />

20g Heavy<br />

Concentration*<br />

* MetaDi® Fluid recommended <strong>for</strong> use with all MetaDi® Pastes and most material applications (p. 43).<br />

40-6530-032<br />

40-6531-032<br />

40-6532-032<br />

40-6533-032<br />

40-6534-032<br />

40-6244<br />

40-6247<br />

40-6250<br />

40-6253<br />

MetaDi®<br />

Diamond Suspension<br />

32 oz. (0.95l)<br />

MetaDi® II<br />

Diamond Paste<br />

5g Medium<br />

Concentration*<br />

40-6530-128<br />

40-6531-128<br />

40-6532-128<br />

40-6533-128<br />

40-6534-128<br />

MetaDi® II<br />

Diamond Paste<br />

20g Medium<br />

Concentration*<br />

40-6243<br />

40-6246<br />

40-6249<br />

MetaDi®<br />

Diamond Suspension<br />

1 gal. (3.8l)<br />

40-6252<br />

40-6202 40-6256 40-6255<br />

42 Effective 2011


NEW<br />

Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g & Polish<strong>in</strong>g Accessories<br />

Quantity/Size<br />

Spray Pump Nozzle<br />

<strong>for</strong> 8 oz. (0.24l) MetaDi® Bottles<br />

MetaDi® Fluid<br />

16 oz. (0.47l)<br />

MetaDi® Fluid<br />

32 oz. (0.95l)<br />

MetaDi® Fluid<br />

85 oz. (2.5l)<br />

AutoMet® Lapp<strong>in</strong>g Oil<br />

6 oz. (0.18l)<br />

AutoMet® Lapp<strong>in</strong>g Oil<br />

1 gal. (3.8l)<br />

Dress<strong>in</strong>g Stick<br />

1” x 1” x 64”<br />

(25.4 x 25.4 x 159mm)<br />

<strong>for</strong> UltraPrep & Apex DGD<br />

Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g Disks<br />

Protective Sheet<br />

12” x 12” (305 x 305mm)<br />

Protective Sheet<br />

16” x 16” (375 x 375mm)<br />

MetaDi® Fluid<br />

40-6650<br />

40-6016<br />

40-6032<br />

40-6064-085<br />

60-3250-006<br />

60-3250-128<br />

15-6190<br />

41-10091<br />

41-10092<br />

Dress<strong>in</strong>g Stick <strong>for</strong> UltraPrep &<br />

Apex DGD Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g Discs<br />

New Protective Sheet<strong>in</strong>g<br />

protects countertops dur<strong>in</strong>g<br />

castable mount<strong>in</strong>g or platen<br />

and specimen holder<br />

changeover. Good to 500º F<br />

(260º C), so safe <strong>for</strong> l<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g<br />

ovens too.<br />

Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g/Polish<strong>in</strong>g Accessories<br />

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Quick-Reference Guide to F<strong>in</strong>al Polish<strong>in</strong>g Solutions<br />

F<strong>in</strong>al Polish<strong>in</strong>g Suspensions<br />

Name Applications<br />

MicroPolish® II Deagglomerated Higher quality alum<strong>in</strong>a suitable <strong>for</strong> polish<strong>in</strong>g most m<strong>in</strong>erals and metals;<br />

Alum<strong>in</strong>a Powder and Suspensions Produces a better surface f<strong>in</strong>ish than standard alum<strong>in</strong>a abrasives of the same size<br />

MasterPrep® Sol-gel alum<strong>in</strong>a suspension with a pH of ~8.5<br />

Alum<strong>in</strong>a Polish<strong>in</strong>g Solution Produces better f<strong>in</strong>ishes than calc<strong>in</strong>ed alum<strong>in</strong>a abrasive<br />

Excellent with:<br />

•M<strong>in</strong>erals • Metals • Carbides • PWB’s • Precious Metals • Electronics<br />

MasterMet® Amorphous silica colloidal suspension with a pH of ~10<br />

Colloidal Silica Suspension Chemo-mechanical polish<strong>in</strong>g action produces an excellent surface:<br />

•Metals • M<strong>in</strong>erals • Polymers<br />

MasterMet® 2 Non-Crystalliz<strong>in</strong>g Non-crystalliz<strong>in</strong>g amorphous silica colloidal suspension with a pH of ~10.5<br />

Colloidal Silica Suspension Chemo-mechanical polish<strong>in</strong>g action<br />

MasterPolish® Proprietary viscous blend of high purity 0.05µm alum<strong>in</strong>a and colloidal silica with a slightly<br />

F<strong>in</strong>al Polish<strong>in</strong>g Suspension basic pH of ~9<br />

Conta<strong>in</strong>s little water and can be used with materials that are sensitive to water:<br />

•Mg (most alloys) • Co-based alloys • Fe (most alloys) • Ni • Metal Matrix Composites (MMCs)<br />

MasterPolish® 2 pH of ~10 <strong>for</strong> chemo-mechanical polish<strong>in</strong>g:<br />

F<strong>in</strong>al Polish<strong>in</strong>g Suspension •Sapphire • Glass • Alum<strong>in</strong>a • Silicon Nitride • Metal/Ceramic composites<br />

<strong>Buehler</strong> Polish<strong>in</strong>g Suspensions have been developed <strong>in</strong> our research laboratories to give the metallographer an easy-to-use,<br />

premixed polish<strong>in</strong>g media that has the same consistency from day to day and from lot to lot. <strong>Buehler</strong> Suspensions are packaged <strong>in</strong><br />

convenient applicator bottles, and are ready to use.<br />

Type<br />

F<strong>in</strong>al Polish<strong>in</strong>g Suspensions<br />

MasterPrep® Alum<strong>in</strong>a Polish<strong>in</strong>g Suspension, 0.05µm<br />

MasterMet® Colloidal Silica Suspension, 0.06µm<br />

MasterMet® 2 Non-Crystalliz<strong>in</strong>g Colloidal<br />

Silica Suspension, 0.02µm<br />

MasterPolish® F<strong>in</strong>al Polish<strong>in</strong>g Suspension, 0.05µm<br />

MasterPolish® 2 F<strong>in</strong>al Polish<strong>in</strong>g Suspension, 0.06µm<br />

MasterPrep® Alum<strong>in</strong>a Polish<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Suspension<br />

MasterMet® Colloidal Silica<br />

Suspension<br />

6 oz. (0.18l)<br />

63-6377-006<br />

40-6370-006<br />

40-6380-006<br />

MasterMet® 2 Non-Crystalliz<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Colloidal Silica Suspension<br />

40-6377-032<br />

40-10084<br />

40-6376-032<br />

32 oz. (0.95l)<br />

64 oz. (1.9l)<br />

40-6377-064<br />

40-6370-064<br />

40-6380-064<br />

MasterPolish® & MasterPolish® 2<br />

F<strong>in</strong>al Polish Suspensions<br />

44 Effective 2011


MicroPolish® II MicroPolish®<br />

MicroPolish® Alum<strong>in</strong>a and MicroPolish® II Deagglomerated Alum<strong>in</strong>a Powders & Suspensions<br />

Particle Size<br />

0.05µm<br />

0.3µm<br />

1.0µm<br />

0.3µm<br />

1.0µm<br />

MicroPolish® II 0.3µm, 1 lb.,<br />

MicroPolish® II 1.0µm, 5 lb.,<br />

MicroPolish® II 0.05µm, 1 lb.<br />

40-10075<br />

40-10077<br />

40-10079<br />

40-6323-016<br />

40-6321-016<br />

1 lb. (0.45kg) Powder<br />

40-10076<br />

40-10078<br />

40-10080<br />

40-6323-080<br />

40-6321-080<br />

5 lb. (2.3kg) Powder<br />

MicroPolish® II Deagglomerated<br />

Alum<strong>in</strong>a Suspension, 6 oz.<br />

40-10083<br />

40-10082<br />

40-10081<br />

40-6363-006<br />

40-6361-006<br />

6oz. (0.18l) Suspension<br />

Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g/Polish<strong>in</strong>g <strong>Consumables</strong><br />

128oz. (3.8l)<br />

Suspension<br />

40-6363-128<br />

Effective 2011 45<br />

Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g/Polish<strong>in</strong>g


Replicat<strong>in</strong>g <strong>Materials</strong> are primarly used <strong>for</strong> field metallographic applications and subsequent<br />

laboratory analysis.<br />

Compatible Testers Quantity<br />

Disc Holder, hard rubber 1” (25.4mm)<br />

Disc Holder, hard rubber 2d””(73mm)<br />

Replicat<strong>in</strong>g Tape 1” x 0.005””x 25” (25.4mm x 0.13mm x 7.6m)<br />

Replicat<strong>in</strong>g Adhesive Bases 1” x 3” (25.4mm x 76.2mm)<br />

Replicat<strong>in</strong>g Kit*<br />

Flapper Wheel, 60 (P60) grit<br />

Manual Applicator <strong>for</strong> Replicat<strong>in</strong>g Media<br />

Static Mixers<br />

Replicat<strong>in</strong>g Media 1/7, 50ml (1.7oz)<br />

1 m<strong>in</strong>ute work<strong>in</strong>g time, 7 m<strong>in</strong>ute cure time<br />

Replicat<strong>in</strong>g Media 7/30T, 50ml (1.7oz)<br />

7 m<strong>in</strong>utes work<strong>in</strong>g time, 30 m<strong>in</strong>ute cure time<br />

Replicat<strong>in</strong>g Set**<br />

* Replicat<strong>in</strong>g kit <strong>in</strong>cludes 10 each 3” x 3” (76.2mm x 76.2mm) Replicat<strong>in</strong>g Sheets and Adhesive Bases<br />

** Replicat<strong>in</strong>g set <strong>in</strong>cludes 1 each of catalog numbers 57-6000, 57-6001, and 57-6002<br />

Replicat<strong>in</strong>g Tape, Replicat<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Adhesive Bases, Disc Holders, and<br />

Flapper Wheel<br />

Replicat<strong>in</strong>g Media<br />

Catalog<br />

Number/<br />

Price<br />

1 57-5005<br />

1<br />

1 roll<br />

30 per box<br />

1<br />

1<br />

1<br />

10<br />

1<br />

Replicat<strong>in</strong>g <strong>Materials</strong><br />

57-5003<br />

57-5000<br />

57-5001<br />

57-5002<br />

57-5004<br />

57-6000<br />

57-6001<br />

57-6002<br />

57-6003<br />

46 Effective 2011<br />

1<br />

1<br />

57-6100


Type<br />

Spare Bulbs <strong>for</strong> Microscopes, Metallographs, Hardness Testers and Illum<strong>in</strong>ators,<br />

Quantity of 1<br />

Bulb, 12V/35W <strong>for</strong><br />

Zeiss Axiovert 40 Mat<br />

Bulb, 12V/100W <strong>for</strong><br />

Zeiss Axiovert 40 Mat<br />

6V/30W,<br />

Zeiss Axiovert 25 CA<br />

Quartz Halogen, 24V/150W -<br />

Unimet Microscope<br />

Bulb, 150W Quart Halogen<br />

<strong>for</strong> FibrFlex Illum<strong>in</strong>ator<br />

Bulb, 6V/10W <strong>for</strong> Nikon SMZ<br />

Stereo Halogen Illum<strong>in</strong>ator<br />

Bulb, 6V/20W with Reflector<br />

<strong>for</strong> Nikon SMZ Stereo<br />

12V/100W 600 hour lamp<br />

<strong>for</strong> AZ100 Fiber Illum<strong>in</strong>ator<br />

100W Halogen Bulb <strong>for</strong><br />

MA200 Transmitted Light<br />

Tungsten Halogen, 6V/20W (<strong>for</strong><br />

Nikon Optiphot M & Labophot)<br />

Bulb, 12V/100W <strong>for</strong> Nikon<br />

Epiphot, L150 and ME600L<br />

Bulb, 12V/50W <strong>for</strong> Nikon<br />

Eclipse LV150, LV100D,<br />

MA100 & MA200<br />

21V/150W - Fiber Optic<br />

Illum<strong>in</strong>ator (<strong>for</strong> FibrFlex)<br />

EJA Bulb<br />

Bulb, 12V/50W <strong>for</strong> Nikon<br />

Epiphot, L150, ME600L &<br />

MicroMet 5100 Series<br />

6V/10W Fiber Optic<br />

Illum<strong>in</strong>ator<br />

0512-0230<br />

0718-0102<br />

0518-0100<br />

0618-0115<br />

0707-6223<br />

0707-6342<br />

0708-3314<br />

0708-3391<br />

0708-4125<br />

0718-0100<br />

0718-0103<br />

0718-0105<br />

0718-0112<br />

0718-0116<br />

0718-0120<br />

Catalog<br />

Number/<br />

Price<br />

Type<br />

Halogen Bulb, 6V/30W<br />

(<strong>for</strong> DigiMet®2000, SMZ1000,<br />

SMZ1500 & MA100)<br />

Bulb, 6V/30W <strong>for</strong><br />

ViewMet<br />

PortaMet® Microscope,<br />

(0801-0105)<br />

FibrSkope® 2 Microscope,<br />

6V/8W, light diffus<strong>in</strong>g<br />

FibrSkope® Portable<br />

Microscope<br />

Tungsten Bulb, prefocused (GE-1631)<br />

6.5V/2.75 amp<br />

MicroMet® I Bulb,<br />

Indicator Lights<br />

MicroMet® I Bulb,<br />

Stage Illum<strong>in</strong>ator<br />

MicroMet® I Bulb, Microscope<br />

Illum<strong>in</strong>ation 6V/10W<br />

6V/18W,<br />

MicroMet® II, I, 3, 4 & 2001<br />

4.5V/17W, Fiber Optic Illumun<strong>in</strong>ator,<br />

MicoMet® 2003<br />

4.5V/17W, Alpha,<br />

MicroMet® 2000<br />

12V/18W,<br />

MicroMet® 2100 Series<br />

Stage Illum<strong>in</strong>ator Bulb <strong>for</strong><br />

Rockwell Test, 100V/5W<br />

(Top Row) 1418-0106, 0618-0100,<br />

1600-2355. (Bottom Row) 0618-<br />

0115, 0708-4246.<br />

Replacement Bulbs<br />

0708-4246<br />

0755-0210<br />

0818-0100<br />

0818-0109<br />

0818-0110<br />

1418-0106<br />

1600-1350<br />

1600-1351<br />

1600-1353<br />

1600-2352<br />

1600-2353<br />

1600-2354<br />

1600-2355<br />

1700-1051<br />

Catalog<br />

Number/<br />

Price<br />

Effective 2011 47<br />

Analysis/Documentation


Micro<strong>in</strong>dentation, Macro and Semi-Macro Vickers Indenters, Quantity of 1<br />

Compatible Testers<br />

5100 Series<br />

MicroMet<br />

5100 Series<br />

MicroMet<br />

MicroMet 5114 &<br />

5124<br />

MicroMet 5114 &<br />

5124<br />

IndentaMet 1104, 1105 &<br />

1106<br />

IndentaMet 1104, 1105 &<br />

1106<br />

5100 Series Marco &<br />

Semi-Macro<br />

5100 Series Marco &<br />

Semi-Macro<br />

Rockwell Tester Indenters, Quantity of 1<br />

Compatible Tester<br />

MacroMet 5100<br />

Series<br />

MacroMet 5100<br />

Series<br />

MacroMet 5100<br />

Series<br />

MacroMet 5100<br />

Series<br />

MacroMet 5100<br />

Series<br />

Rockwell Penetrators & Test Balls<br />

z“ WC Ball Penetrator with WC Ball<br />

8“ WC Ball Penetrator with WC Ball<br />

4“ WC Ball Penetrator with WC Ball<br />

2“ WC Ball Penetrator with WC Ball<br />

¾“ WC Ball Penetrator with WC Ball<br />

1700-1020WC<br />

1700-1021WC<br />

1700-1022WC<br />

1700-1023WC<br />

1700-1024WC<br />

Type<br />

Superficial Only<br />

Diamond Cone<br />

Diamond<br />

Cone<br />

Diamond<br />

Cone<br />

Tw<strong>in</strong> Scale<br />

Diamond Cone<br />

Diamond<br />

Cone<br />

Type<br />

Vickers<br />

N<br />

A<br />

C<br />

Scales<br />

C, D, A, N<br />

C, D, A<br />

Catalog<br />

Number/<br />

Price<br />

1600-3200<br />

Knoop 1600-3201<br />

Light Load<br />

Vickers<br />

Light Load<br />

Knoop<br />

Vickers<br />

Knoop<br />

Vickers<br />

Hardness Tester Indenters<br />

1600-3202<br />

1600-3203<br />

1600-1159<br />

1600-1160<br />

1900-3200<br />

1900-3201<br />

1800-1005<br />

1800-1007<br />

1800-1009<br />

1800-1010<br />

1800-1015<br />

Catalog<br />

Number/<br />

Price<br />

48 Effective 2011<br />

Knoop<br />

z“ Steel Ball Penetrator with 50 Steel Balls<br />

8“ Steel Ball Penetrator with 8 Steel Balls<br />

4“ Steel Ball Penetrator with 4 Steel Balls<br />

2“ Steel Ball Penetrator with 4 Steel Balls<br />

¾“ Steel Ball Penetrator with 4 Steel Balls<br />

1700-1020<br />

1700-1021<br />

1700-1022<br />

1700-1023<br />

1700-1024


Type<br />

Type<br />

Type<br />

Type<br />

Vickers<br />

1611-0100<br />

1612-0100<br />

100HV✱<br />

100HK✱<br />

100 Dual✱<br />

200HV✱<br />

200HK✱<br />

200 Dual✱<br />

100HV<br />

1910-0100<br />

300HV✪<br />

300HK✪<br />

300 Dual✪<br />

200HV<br />

400HV✪<br />

400HK✪<br />

400 Dual✪<br />

300HV<br />

500HV✪<br />

500HK✪<br />

500 Dual✪<br />

400HV<br />

600 Dual✪<br />

500HV<br />

700 Dual✪<br />

600HV<br />

1910-0200 1910-0300 1910-0400 1910-0500 1910-0600<br />

800 Dual✪<br />

1612-0200 1612-0300 1612-0400 1612-0500 1612-0600 1612-0700 1612-0800<br />

✱ Calibrated at 100gm load unless otherwise specified ✪ Calibrated at 500gm load unless otherwise specified<br />

600HK✪<br />

700HK✪<br />

1611-0200 1611-0300 1611-0400 1611-0500 1611-0600 1611-0700 1611-0800<br />

✱ Calibrated at 100gm load unless otherwise specified ✪ Calibrated at 500gm load unless otherwise specified<br />

Hardness Calibration Test Blocks<br />

MicroMet® Test Blocks*, Quantity of 1<br />

High quality 1” (25mm) standarized test-blocks calibrated to current ASTM E384-10 micro<strong>in</strong>dentation hardness standard and<br />

traceable to NIST where applicable. Includes a traceable certificate of calibration con<strong>for</strong>mance.<br />

Vickers<br />

600HV✪<br />

700HV✪<br />

1610-0200 1610-0300 1610-0400 1610-0500 1610-0600 1610-0700 1610-0800<br />

✱ Calibrated at 100gm load unless otherwise specified ✪ Calibrated at 500gm load unless otherwise specified<br />

Knoop<br />

Knoop/<br />

Vickers<br />

1610-0100<br />

MacroVickers and Semi-MacroVickers Calibration Test Blocks, Quantity of 1<br />

Effective 2011 49<br />

800HV✪<br />

800HK✪<br />

Analysis/Documentation


Nom<strong>in</strong>al Value<br />

63<br />

HRC<br />

65<br />

HRC<br />

55<br />

HRC<br />

50<br />

HRC<br />

45<br />

HRC<br />

40<br />

HRC<br />

35<br />

HRC<br />

30<br />

HRC<br />

25<br />

HRC<br />

95<br />

HRB*<br />

85<br />

HRB*<br />

70<br />

HRB*<br />

60<br />

HRB*<br />

50<br />

HRB*<br />

40<br />

HRB*<br />

85<br />

HRA<br />

83<br />

HRA<br />

73<br />

HRA<br />

60<br />

HRA<br />

93<br />

HR15N<br />

Rockwell MacroMet® Calibration Test Blocks, Quantity of 1(all HRC Blocks are NIST)<br />

1710-0101NST<br />

1710-0100NST<br />

1710-0102NST<br />

1710-0103NST<br />

1710-0104NST<br />

1710-0105NST<br />

1710-0106NST<br />

1710-0107NST<br />

1710-0108NST<br />

1710-0109<br />

1710-0110<br />

1710-0111<br />

1710-0112<br />

1710-0113<br />

1710-0114<br />

1710-0115<br />

1710-0116<br />

Catalog<br />

Number/<br />

Price<br />

Nom<strong>in</strong>al Value<br />

Hardness Calibration Test Blocks<br />

1710-0120<br />

1710-0121<br />

1710-0122<br />

1710-0123<br />

1710-0124<br />

1710-0125<br />

1710-0126<br />

1710-0127<br />

1710-0129<br />

1710-0130<br />

1710-0132<br />

1710-0133<br />

1710-0134<br />

1710-0136<br />

1710-0137<br />

1710-0138<br />

1710-0139<br />

1710-0117<br />

80<br />

1710-0140<br />

HRF<br />

1710-0118<br />

1710-0119<br />

91<br />

HR15N<br />

83<br />

HR15N<br />

71<br />

HR15N<br />

83<br />

HR30N<br />

80<br />

HR30N<br />

45<br />

HR30N<br />

91<br />

HR15T*<br />

88<br />

HR15T*<br />

84<br />

HR15T*<br />

80<br />

HR15T*<br />

73<br />

HR15T*<br />

79<br />

HR30T*<br />

73<br />

HR30T*<br />

65<br />

HR30T*<br />

1710-0141<br />

Catalog<br />

Number/<br />

Price<br />

* Blocks certified to current ASTM E18-08 hardness standard with Tungsten Carbide (WC)<br />

Ball Indenter.<br />

50 Effective 2011<br />

60<br />

HRF<br />

50<br />

HR30T*<br />

43<br />

HR30T<br />

54<br />

HR45T


Educational Classes<br />

<strong>Buehler</strong> Education Schedule<br />

The cont<strong>in</strong>u<strong>in</strong>g quest <strong>for</strong> <strong>in</strong>creased product quality and reliability requires a more thorough test<strong>in</strong>g of materials, which <strong>in</strong>cludes<br />

microstructural analysis. In addition, the analysis of <strong>in</strong>creas<strong>in</strong>gly complex composites and advanced materials is challeng<strong>in</strong>g the<br />

adequacy of exist<strong>in</strong>g methods <strong>for</strong> specimen preparation. These two factors have created a demand <strong>for</strong> improved preparation and<br />

analysis techniques. Besides offer<strong>in</strong>g equipment and consumables <strong>for</strong> this purpose, <strong>Buehler</strong> offers tra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g courses <strong>for</strong> <strong>in</strong>dividuals to<br />

obta<strong>in</strong> or improve the neccessary metallographic skills.<br />

<strong>Buehler</strong> established the Institute <strong>for</strong> Microstructural Analysis <strong>in</strong> 1989, offer<strong>in</strong>g both general courses at an <strong>in</strong>troductory level plus more<br />

specialized courses that focus on the needs of specific <strong>in</strong>dustries or technologies. All courses stress supervised hands-on activities <strong>in</strong><br />

the laboratory with classroom <strong>in</strong>struction to help the students understand the basic pr<strong>in</strong>ciples. Courses are offered at the <strong>Buehler</strong><br />

headquarters <strong>in</strong> Lake Bluff, Ill<strong>in</strong>ois, as well as <strong>Buehler</strong>’s office <strong>in</strong> Irv<strong>in</strong>e, Cali<strong>for</strong>nia or a nearby location.<br />

Institute <strong>for</strong> Microstructural Analysis Courses, <strong>Buehler</strong> (USA)<br />

For registration and additional course<br />

<strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation regard<strong>in</strong>g the Institute<br />

<strong>for</strong> Microstructural Analysis course<br />

program, please contact Sharbari Banerjee<br />

at our Lake Bluff office:<br />

Telephone: (847) 295-4548,<br />

Fax: (847) 295-7942 or<br />

e-mail: sharbari.banerjee@buehler.com<br />

METALLOGRAPHIC<br />

TECHNIQUES (3 DAYS)<br />

Course Code: ED-10078<br />

This three day course is designed <strong>for</strong> those<br />

without <strong>for</strong>mal tra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> specimen<br />

preparation, as well as <strong>for</strong> the experienced<br />

metallographer who wants to be updated<br />

on the latest techniques. The pr<strong>in</strong>ciples<br />

and practices of metallography are taught<br />

<strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g the fundamentals of section<strong>in</strong>g,<br />

mount<strong>in</strong>g, gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g and polish<strong>in</strong>g.<br />

Sessions on light optical microscopy,<br />

etch<strong>in</strong>g, hardness test<strong>in</strong>g, microstructural<br />

<strong>in</strong>terpretation and analysis are <strong>in</strong>cluded.<br />

The student will learn to apply<br />

contemporary procedures to become<br />

more effective <strong>in</strong> prepar<strong>in</strong>g various types<br />

of specimens. Students are encouraged to<br />

br<strong>in</strong>g their own specimens.<br />

April 5-7 (Lake Bluff)<br />

August 2-4 (Lake Bluff)<br />

November 29 - December 1 (Lake Bluff)<br />

ELECTRONIC DEVICES (3 DAYS)<br />

Course Code: ED-10079<br />

Students attend<strong>in</strong>g this three day course<br />

are taught the basics of metallographic<br />

specimen preparation of packages,<br />

microelectronic chips, circuit boards and<br />

flexible circuits. Attention is given to<br />

low-stress, low-de<strong>for</strong>mation section<strong>in</strong>g of<br />

electronic materials, mount<strong>in</strong>g techniques<br />

that protect sensitive components, and<br />

polish<strong>in</strong>g methods that m<strong>in</strong>imize rel<br />

PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS OF<br />

AUTOMATIC IMAGE<br />

ANALYSIS (2 DAYS)<br />

Course Code: 86-2000-002<br />

This is a two day course teach<strong>in</strong>g the<br />

practical applications of image analysis.<br />

Imag<strong>in</strong>g operations such as image<br />

clarifications, threshold<strong>in</strong>g (B/W & color),<br />

b<strong>in</strong>ary image modifications and<br />

measurements will be discussed. The<br />

primary emphasis is image analysis<br />

rout<strong>in</strong>e development. Analysis tasks such<br />

as the determ<strong>in</strong>ation of gra<strong>in</strong> size, coat<strong>in</strong>g<br />

thickness and many others will be<br />

illustrated us<strong>in</strong>g the OmniMet® Modular<br />

Digital Imag<strong>in</strong>g System. An understand<strong>in</strong>g<br />

of microstructural evaluation and<br />

specimen preparation is required.<br />

Students are encouraged to br<strong>in</strong>g their<br />

own specimens <strong>for</strong> analysis. 1.2 CEUs.<br />

March 22-23 (Lake Bluff)<br />

September 20-21 (Lake Bluff)<br />

REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS<br />

Most classes are limited to 8 participants.<br />

Registration is complete when payment is<br />

received.<br />

FEES<br />

2-day course $920<br />

3-day course $1,500<br />

4-day course $2,000<br />

CANCELLATION POLICY:<br />

• Two or more weeks prior to course -<br />

Full Refund<br />

• One to two weeks prior to course -<br />

50% Refund<br />

• One week or less prior to course -<br />

No Refund<br />

LODGING & TRANSPORTATION<br />

Cost of transportation and lodg<strong>in</strong>g is not<br />

<strong>in</strong>cluded <strong>in</strong> the registration fee. Lunch on<br />

all class days will be provided. Upon<br />

registration, detailed travel and<br />

recommended hotel <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation will be<br />

sent out <strong>for</strong> your convenience.<br />

ON-SITE TRAINING COURSES<br />

On-site tra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g courses may be<br />

requested. To discuss on-site<br />

tra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g, please contact please<br />

contact Sharbari Banerjee at our<br />

Lake Bluff office:<br />

Telephone: (847) 295-4548,<br />

Fax: (847) 295-7942 or<br />

e-mail: sharbari.banerjee@buehler.com<br />

Note: Classes offered at Lake Bluff are<br />

held at <strong>Buehler</strong>’s headquarters <strong>in</strong><br />

Ill<strong>in</strong>ois; classes offered at Irv<strong>in</strong>e are at<br />

<strong>Buehler</strong>’s office <strong>in</strong> Irv<strong>in</strong>e, Cali<strong>for</strong>nia or<br />

a nearby location. Course schedules<br />

and locations are subject to change<br />

depend<strong>in</strong>g on level of participation.<br />

Pric<strong>in</strong>g is subject to change. For an<br />

updated schedule and registration<br />

<strong>for</strong>m, visit our website at<br />

www.buehler.com.<br />

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<strong>Buehler</strong> Education Schedule<br />

CALCE (Center <strong>for</strong> Advanced Life Cycle Eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g - University of Maryland) / <strong>Buehler</strong><br />

Failure Analysis of Electronic Components<br />

CALCE / BUEHLER FAILURE<br />

ANALYSIS OF ELECTRONIC<br />

COMPONENTS<br />

Failure analysis is an important tool <strong>in</strong> the<br />

ef<strong>for</strong>t to ensure reliability of electronic<br />

products and systems throughout their<br />

product lifecycle. Significant<br />

improvements <strong>in</strong> the reliability of<br />

electronics can be achieved by retriev<strong>in</strong>g<br />

products and exam<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g them to<br />

determ<strong>in</strong>e the root cause of any failures<br />

and the extent of degradation which has<br />

occurred over time. Root cause failure<br />

analysis employs a sequence of<br />

non-destructive and destructive<br />

analytical techniques to characterize the<br />

modes by which failure is manifested, the<br />

sites where failure is localized, the<br />

fundamental mechanical, electrical,<br />

chemical and electrochemical<br />

mechanisms by which failure has<br />

occurred, and the factors which<br />

precipitated the activation of those<br />

mechanisms.<br />

Un<strong>for</strong>tunately, failure analysis is often<br />

per<strong>for</strong>med <strong>in</strong>correctly or <strong>in</strong>completely,<br />

lead<strong>in</strong>g to a poor understand<strong>in</strong>g of failure<br />

mechanisms and causes, and loss of<br />

money, customers, and possibly lives due<br />

to recurrence of failures. The first half of<br />

the short course will present a<br />

methodology <strong>for</strong> identify<strong>in</strong>g potential<br />

failure mechanisms <strong>in</strong> electronic<br />

components based on the failure history.<br />

Systematic approaches to root cause<br />

analysis will be provided. Failure analysis<br />

techniques geared towards various failure<br />

mechanisms will be discussed, with an<br />

emphasis on cross-section<strong>in</strong>g techniques<br />

and analysis.<br />

Cross-sectional analysis is a valuable tool<br />

<strong>for</strong> failure analysis of electronic devices<br />

along with quality evaluation, research<br />

and process monitor<strong>in</strong>g. Successful use of<br />

this technique is often complicated by the<br />

highly dissimilar properties of the<br />

component materials under <strong>in</strong>vestigation<br />

and their susceptibility to damage.<br />

Emphasis will be placed on how to deal<br />

with these differences through an<br />

understand<strong>in</strong>g of the component<br />

materials to be prepared and the basic<br />

pr<strong>in</strong>ciples of abrasive gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g and<br />

polish<strong>in</strong>g. Techniques <strong>for</strong> low-damage<br />

section<strong>in</strong>g and the procedures required to<br />

prevent preparation <strong>in</strong>duced damage are<br />

discussed.<br />

The second half of this short course<br />

provides guidance on how to choose<br />

preparation sequences depend<strong>in</strong>g on the<br />

materials, the configuration of the<br />

specimens and the ultimate purpose of<br />

the <strong>in</strong>vestigation. The short course stresses<br />

the need to understand the basic<br />

pr<strong>in</strong>ciples rather than simply follow<strong>in</strong>g<br />

'“recipes". The goal of specimen<br />

preparation is to produce a damage-free<br />

surface that can be imaged and analyzed<br />

through the use of microscopy. Methods<br />

<strong>for</strong> captur<strong>in</strong>g images and quantify<strong>in</strong>g<br />

features through the use of image analysis<br />

will be discussed and demonstrated. This<br />

course is recommended <strong>for</strong> persons who<br />

wish to conduct failure analysis on<br />

electronic products such as PWBs, wafers,<br />

solid state devices and components.<br />

This course will be taught jo<strong>in</strong>tly by Center<br />

<strong>for</strong> Advanced Life Cycle Eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g<br />

(CALCE) and <strong>Buehler</strong>.<br />

April 26-29, 2011<br />

(CALCE - University of Maryland)<br />

September 13-16, 2011<br />

(CALCE - University of Maryland)<br />

COST:<br />

4-day course:<br />

$2500<br />

Consortium Members &<br />

Government Institutions:<br />

$2000<br />

Each attendee is <strong>in</strong>vited to submit one<br />

sample to CALCE at least three weeks<br />

be<strong>for</strong>e the start date. Several of the<br />

submitted samples will be prepared and<br />

analyzed <strong>in</strong> advance, <strong>for</strong> use dur<strong>in</strong>g the<br />

demonstrations. Other samples will be<br />

used <strong>for</strong> hands-on tra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g to illustrate<br />

specimen preparation procedures and<br />

analysis techniques. However, no<br />

guarantee can be offered that any specific<br />

sample will be used. All unused samples<br />

will be returned.<br />

For course registration <strong>in</strong><strong>for</strong>mation<br />

please contact Bhanu Sood by phone at<br />

301-405-3498 or by email at<br />

bpsood@calce.umd.edu.<br />

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2011 SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE<br />

<strong>Buehler</strong> Education Schedule<br />

COURSE JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV/DEC<br />

INSTITUTE FOR MICROSTRUCTURAL ANALYSIS (USA)<br />

Metallographic Apr Aug Nov 29 - Dec 1<br />

Techniques 5-7 2-4<br />

Practical Applications Mar Sep<br />

of Automatic<br />

Image Analysis<br />

22-23 20-21<br />

CALCE (CENTER OF ADVANCED LIFE CYCLE ENGINEERING - UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND) /<br />

BUEHLER FAILURE ANALYSIS OF ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS<br />

CALCE / <strong>Buehler</strong> Failure Apr Sep<br />

Analysis of Electronic<br />

Components<br />

26-29 13-16<br />

Course schedules and locations are subject to change depend<strong>in</strong>g on level of participation. Pric<strong>in</strong>g is subject to change. For an updated schedule<br />

and registration <strong>for</strong>m, visit our website at www.buehler.com.<br />

<strong>Buehler</strong>’s International Serial Number Month Codes<br />

Serial Number Month Codes<br />

A Month code can be found on most consumable labels. The code represents the correspond<strong>in</strong>g month and year of manufacture.<br />

Year Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec<br />

2007 637 638 639 640 641 642 643 644 645 646 647 648<br />

2008 649 650 651 652 653 654 655 656 657 658 659 660<br />

2009 661 662 663 664 665 666 667 668 669 670 671 672<br />

2010 673 674 675 676 677 678 679 680 681 682 683 684<br />

2011 685 686 687 688 689 690 691 692 693 694 695 696<br />

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Shelf Life <strong>for</strong> <strong>Buehler</strong>’s Consumable Products<br />

Shelf life is def<strong>in</strong>ed as the length of time the listed products are considered best suitable <strong>for</strong> per<strong>for</strong>mance. This does not mean that a<br />

product will not per<strong>for</strong>m beyond this time period nor does it mean that the product will be usable cont<strong>in</strong>uously <strong>for</strong> this time frame.<br />

The shelf life is <strong>in</strong>dependent of <strong>Buehler</strong>’s warranty* period as def<strong>in</strong>ed below. The shelf life depends on proper storage, ex; Abrasive Cut<br />

Off Wheels must be stored ly<strong>in</strong>g flat and <strong>in</strong> a dry location. Stored stand<strong>in</strong>g up or <strong>in</strong> a humid area breaks down the wheel composition.<br />

Product Number Product Name Shelf Life**<br />

ALL Abrasive Cut Off Wheels 2 years<br />

ALL Abrasive Papers with PSA 1 year<br />

ALL Abrasive Papers without PSA 2 years<br />

ALL Alum<strong>in</strong>a Suspension 1 year<br />

ALL Alum<strong>in</strong>um Oxide Powder 2 years<br />

ALL Apex Bimetallic Plate 2 years<br />

ALL Apex CGD and DGD 1 year<br />

ALL ApexHercules Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g Disc 1 year<br />

ALL Apex Magnetic Disc 1 year<br />

60-3250 AutoMet Lapp<strong>in</strong>g Oil 2 years<br />

10-4330 CoolMet 2 Fluid 1 year<br />

20-3340 Diallyl Phthalate 2 years<br />

20-8192 EdgeMet Kit 6 months<br />

ALL Epoxy Systems 1 year<br />

ALL EpoMet F & G Mold<strong>in</strong>g Compound 1 year<br />

ALL FibrMet Discs PSA 2 years<br />

69-3080 FibrMet Polish<strong>in</strong>g Extender 18 months<br />

11-1193 IsoCut Cutt<strong>in</strong>g Fluid 1 year<br />

11-2293 IsoCut Plus Cutt<strong>in</strong>g Fluid 1 year<br />

ALL MasterMet 2 3 years<br />

40-6370 MasterMet 1 year<br />

ALL MasterPolish 1 year<br />

ALL MasterPrep 2 years<br />

20-8190 MetCoat Protective Lacquer Coat<strong>in</strong>g 1 year<br />

ALL MetGrip L<strong>in</strong>ers 1 year<br />

ALL MetaDi & MetaDi SupremeDiamond Paste 1 year<br />

ALL MetaDi Polycrystall<strong>in</strong>e Supreme Suspension 2 years<br />

ALL MetaDi Suspension & Fluid 1 year<br />

ALL PhenoCure Powder and PreMolds 2 years<br />

ALL Pigments <strong>for</strong> Castable Mounts 1 year<br />

ALL Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloths with PSA 1 year<br />

ALL ReVēl Discs 1 year<br />

20-3048 Powdered Mold Release 2 years<br />

20-3385 ProbeMet 1 year<br />

20-8185 Release Agent 1 year<br />

ALL SamplKwick Powder & Liquid 1 year<br />

ALL Silicon Carbide Powder 2 years<br />

20-3046 Silicone Mold Release 1 year<br />

20-3400 TransOptic Powder 1 year<br />

ALL UltraPrep Diamond Lapp<strong>in</strong>g Film 1 year<br />

75-6000 UltraMet 2 Sonic Clean<strong>in</strong>g Solution 2 years<br />

ALL VariDur, VariDur 3000, VariKleer System 1 year<br />

ALL Wafer<strong>in</strong>g Blades 1 year<br />

* Warranty depends on Quality Assurance / Lab evaluation on an <strong>in</strong>dividual basis ** Shelf life starts when product is shipped<br />

Note: Warranty of any consumable product is the shelf life of the product or 1 year whichever occurs first<br />

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A<br />

Abrasive Cut-off Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-7<br />

Abrasive Cutt<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Troubleshoot<strong>in</strong>g Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3<br />

Abrasive Lapp<strong>in</strong>g Film . . . . . . . . . . . . .35-36<br />

Abrasive Papers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30-34<br />

Acrylic Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18<br />

AcuTh<strong>in</strong> Cut-off Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 5, 7<br />

Alum<strong>in</strong>um Oxide Powder . . . . . . . . . .37, 45<br />

Angle Polish<strong>in</strong>g Inserts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22<br />

Apex Coarse Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g Disc . . . . . . . . . . . .24<br />

Apex Diamond<br />

Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24, 26-27<br />

Apex Quick Change<br />

Magnetic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25<br />

ApexHercules H & S<br />

Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25<br />

AutoMet Lapp<strong>in</strong>g Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43<br />

B<br />

<strong>Buehler</strong>Met II<br />

Abrasive Cut-off Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6<br />

<strong>Buehler</strong>Met II Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32-33<br />

Bulbs, Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47<br />

Bundled Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28<br />

C<br />

CarbiMet 2 Abrasive Belts, Rolls<br />

& Strips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34<br />

CarbiMet 2 Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30-31<br />

Castable Mount<strong>in</strong>g Molds . . . . . . . . . . . . .19<br />

Castable Mount Pigment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22<br />

Castable Mount<strong>in</strong>g System<br />

Selection Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17-18<br />

Chemia MB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40<br />

ChemoMet Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloth . . . . . . . .38-39<br />

Chuck Padd<strong>in</strong>g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10<br />

Cloth Selection Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . .38-39<br />

Compression Mount<strong>in</strong>g Guides . . . . . . .12<br />

Conductive Filler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22<br />

Conductive Thermosett<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g Powders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13, 14<br />

CoolMet 2 Cutt<strong>in</strong>g Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10<br />

Crystalbond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21<br />

Crystalbond LT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21<br />

Cubic Boron Nitride Blades . . . . . . . . . .9, 11<br />

Cup Gr<strong>in</strong>ders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9<br />

Cutt<strong>in</strong>g Fluids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10<br />

Cutt<strong>in</strong>g Fluids Mix<strong>in</strong>g Ratios . . . . . . . . . .10<br />

D<br />

Delta Abrasive Cut-off Wheels . . . . . . . .5-7<br />

Diallyl Phthalate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-14<br />

Diamond Lapp<strong>in</strong>g Films . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36<br />

Diamond Suspensions & Pastes . . . .41-42<br />

Diamond Compounds . . . . . . . . . . . . .41-42<br />

Diamond Wafer<strong>in</strong>g Blades . . . . . . . . . . .8, 11<br />

Disc Holder, Hard Rubber . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46<br />

Disposable Plastic Castable<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g Cups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19<br />

Dress<strong>in</strong>g Sticks<br />

For Abrasive Cutters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10<br />

For all IsoMet Low Speed Saws . . . . . . . .8<br />

For PetroTh<strong>in</strong> & PetroCut . . . . . . . . . . . .10<br />

For UltraPrep & Apex DGD<br />

Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43<br />

E<br />

EdgeMet Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21<br />

Education Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51-53<br />

Electroless Nickel<br />

Specimen Coat<strong>in</strong>g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21<br />

EpoColor Epoxy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-17<br />

EpoHeat Epoxy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-17<br />

EpoKwick Fast Cure Epoxy . . . . . . . . .16-17<br />

EpoMet F Mold<strong>in</strong>g Compound . . . . .13-14<br />

EpoMet G Mount<strong>in</strong>g Compound . . .13-14<br />

EpoTh<strong>in</strong> Low Viscosity Epoxy . . . . . . .16-17<br />

EpoxiCure Epoxy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-17<br />

Epoxy Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-17<br />

F<br />

FibrMet Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35<br />

F<strong>in</strong>al Polish<strong>in</strong>g Suspensions . . . . . . . .44-45<br />

Flat Edge Filler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21<br />

Flapper Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46<br />

G<br />

Glass Plate, Seamed Edges . . . . . . . . . . . .21<br />

Glass Slides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23<br />

Gloves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21<br />

Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24-33<br />

H<br />

Hardness Test Blocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49<br />

I<br />

Indentors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48<br />

IsoCut Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10<br />

IsoCut Plus Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10<br />

IsoCut Wafer<strong>in</strong>g Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9<br />

IsoMet Diamond Wafer<strong>in</strong>g Blades . . . . . . .8<br />

K-L<br />

KonductoMet<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g Powder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-14<br />

Knoop Test Blocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49<br />

Knoop/Vickers Test Blocks . . . . . . . . . . . . .49<br />

Lakeside 70 Cement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21<br />

Lapro Section<strong>in</strong>g Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . .11<br />

Level<strong>in</strong>g Press . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23<br />

Level<strong>in</strong>g Press Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23<br />

Liquid Epoxy Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21<br />

Lightbulbs, Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47<br />

M<br />

MacroVickers Calibration<br />

Test Blocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49<br />

Magnetic Backed Cloths . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40<br />

Magnetic Disc (Apex) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25<br />

MasterMet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44<br />

MasterMet 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44<br />

MasterPolish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44<br />

Index<br />

MasterPolish 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44<br />

MasterPrep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44<br />

MasterTex Polish Cloth . . . . . . . . . . . . .38-39<br />

MetAbrase Abrasive Cut-off Wheels . . .46<br />

MetaDi Diamond Paste . . . . . . . . . . . .41-42<br />

MetaDi Diamond Suspensions . . . . .41-42<br />

MetaDi II Diamond Paste . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42<br />

MetaDi Supreme Paste . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41<br />

MetaDi Supreme Suspensions . . . . . . . . .41<br />

MetaDi Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43<br />

Metal Bonded Diamond Discs . . . . . .24, 29<br />

Metal Slides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23<br />

MetCoat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 21<br />

MetGrip L<strong>in</strong>ers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33<br />

MetKleer Abrasive Mold Bases . . . . . . . . .21<br />

MetSplice Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34<br />

MicroCloth Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloth . . . . . . . . .38-39<br />

MicroFloc Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloth . . . . . . . . . .38-39<br />

MicroMet Test Blocks & Indentors . .48-49<br />

MicroPolish II Deagglomerated Alum<strong>in</strong>a<br />

Polish<strong>in</strong>g Powder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44-45<br />

MicroPolish Alum<strong>in</strong>a Polish<strong>in</strong>g Powder<br />

and Suspensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45<br />

MicroPolish II Deagglomerated Alum<strong>in</strong>a<br />

Suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44-45<br />

M<strong>in</strong>iMet Abrasive Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31<br />

M<strong>in</strong>iMet Diamond<br />

Gr<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29<br />

M<strong>in</strong>iMet Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloths . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g Accessories . . . . . . . . . .15, 19-23<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g Cement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g Wax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g Res<strong>in</strong> Comparison<br />

Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-14, 16-18<br />

N<br />

Nickel Plat<strong>in</strong>g Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21<br />

Nylon Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloth . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38-39<br />

P<br />

Paper Cups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21<br />

PetroCut Section<strong>in</strong>g Supplies . . . . . . . . .11<br />

Petrographic Supplies . . . . . . . . . .11, 17, 21<br />

PetroTh<strong>in</strong> Section<strong>in</strong>g Supplies . . . . . . . . .11<br />

PhenoCure Powders & PreMolds 13-14, 15<br />

Phenolic Powder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-14<br />

Phenolic Premolds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15<br />

Pigments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22<br />

Plastic R<strong>in</strong>g Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19<br />

Plastic<strong>in</strong>e Clay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23<br />

PoliCloth Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloth . . . . . . . . . . .38-39<br />

Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38-40<br />

Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloth Selection Guide . . . . . . .38<br />

Polish<strong>in</strong>g Pastes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41-42<br />

Polish<strong>in</strong>g Suspensions . . . . . . . . . . . . .41-42<br />

Powered Mold Release . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 23<br />

PreMolds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15<br />

ProbeMet Mount<strong>in</strong>g Powder . . . . . . .13-14<br />

Protective Sheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43<br />

Pump <strong>for</strong> Gallon Size Conta<strong>in</strong>ers . . . . . .21<br />

PWB Coupon P<strong>in</strong>s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22<br />

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PWB Holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22<br />

PWB Met P<strong>in</strong>s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22<br />

R<br />

Recessed Plastic Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21<br />

Release Agent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 21<br />

Replicat<strong>in</strong>g Adhesive Bases . . . . . . . . . . .46<br />

Replicat<strong>in</strong>g Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46<br />

Replicat<strong>in</strong>g Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46<br />

Replicat<strong>in</strong>g Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46<br />

Replicat<strong>in</strong>g Tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46<br />

Reusable Silicon Molds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19<br />

Reusable EPDM Mount<strong>in</strong>g Cups . . . . . . .19<br />

ReVēl Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27<br />

R<strong>in</strong>g Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19<br />

Rockwell Indentors and<br />

Calibration Test Blocks . . . . . . . . . . .48, 50<br />

S<br />

Safety Glasses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21<br />

SamplKlip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 20<br />

SamplKlip I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20<br />

SamplKups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19<br />

SamplKwick Fast Cure Acrylic . . . . . . . . .18<br />

Satyn MB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40<br />

Semi-Macrovickers Test Blocks . . . . . . . .49<br />

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Silicon Carbide<br />

Abrasive Powder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37<br />

Silicon Carbide Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30-34<br />

Silicone Mold Release Spray . . . . . . . . . . .23<br />

Slides, Petrographic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23<br />

Sonic Clean<strong>in</strong>g Solution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23<br />

Spare Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47<br />

Specimen Storage Cups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23<br />

Specimen Support Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20<br />

Spray Pump Nozzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43<br />

Static Mixers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46<br />

Stirr<strong>in</strong>g Sticks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21<br />

SumMet Bundles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28<br />

T<br />

TEM Epoxy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21<br />

Test Blocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48-50<br />

TexMet Polish<strong>in</strong>g Pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38-39<br />

TexMet MB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40<br />

TexMet P Polish<strong>in</strong>g Pad . . . . . . . . . . . .38-39<br />

Thermoplastic Mount<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-14<br />

Thermosett<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Mount<strong>in</strong>g Material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-14<br />

TransOptic Powder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-14<br />

TriDent Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloth . . . . . . . . . . . .38-39<br />

Trim Saw Section<strong>in</strong>g Supplies . . . . . . . . .11<br />

U<br />

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UltraMet 2 Sonic<br />

Clean<strong>in</strong>g Solution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23<br />

UltraPad Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloth . . . . . . . . . . .38-39<br />

UltraPol Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloth . . . . . . . . . . . .38-39<br />

UltraPrep Diamond Lapp<strong>in</strong>g Film<br />

Discs Type A & B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36<br />

UltraPrep Diamond Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29<br />

UniClip Support Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 20<br />

V-Z<br />

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Mount<strong>in</strong>g System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18<br />

VariDur 3000 Mount<strong>in</strong>g System . . . . . . .18<br />

VariKleer Mount<strong>in</strong>g System . . . . . . . . . . .18<br />

VelTex Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloth . . . . . . . . . . . . .38-39<br />

VerduTex Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloth . . . . . . . . . .38-39<br />

Vickers Test Blocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48-49<br />

Wafer<strong>in</strong>g Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9<br />

WhiteFelt Polish<strong>in</strong>g Cloth . . . . . . . . . .38-39<br />

Zirconia Alum<strong>in</strong>a Paper . . . . . . . . . . . .32, 34<br />

ZirMet Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34<br />

ZirMet Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32<br />

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