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Introduction to Metallography
Metallography involves studying the internal structure of materials, essential for modern materials research. It includes processes like cutting, mounting, grinding, and polishing to reveal material structures. Metkon offers comprehensive solutions for metallographic sample preparation with a range of instruments and consumables.
About Metkon
Founded in 1993, Metkon has delivered over 20,000 instruments globally, serving industries such as automotive, aerospace, and electronics. The company focuses on quality and customer satisfaction, supported by a network of distributors and service personnel in over 30 countries.
Production and Quality Policy
Metkon employs over 120 people and adheres to ISO-9001 standards, ensuring quality through in-house manufacturing and rigorous testing. Their quality policy emphasizes meeting customer requirements and continuous performance measurement.
Equipment Overview
  • SERVOCUT Series: Heavy-duty cutting machines with programmable controls and triple-axis cutting capability.
  • METACUT Series: Suitable for wet cutting of various materials, equipped with safety features and efficient cooling systems.
  • MICRACUT Series: Precision cutters for delicate samples, offering manual and automatic versions with variable speed options.
Mounting Solutions
  • ECOPRESS Series: Automatic mounting presses with microprocessor controls, programmable sequences, and various cooling modes.
  • VACUMET Cold Mounting: Designed for vacuum impregnation of porous materials, facilitating thin section analysis.
Accessories
Metkon offers a wide range of accessories for cutting and mounting, including clamping devices, vises, and mould assemblies, enhancing the versatility and functionality of their equipment.
Spare Parts and Accessories
The document lists spare parts and accessories for various systems, including Siliphos Cartridge Filters and Recirculating Coolant Systems, compatible with multiple models.
FORCIPOL Series
Grinding and polishing machines designed for metallographic sample preparation, available in single and dual wheel units with high torque motors and variable speed control.
FORCIMAT Automatic Heads
Enhance the FORCIPOL systems with programmable control and adjustable force application, designed for high-volume and consistent sample preparation.
DOSIMAT Peristaltic Dispensers
Automate fluid dispensing for consistent specimen preparation, compatible with FORCIMAT systems.
ACCURA 102 System
An advanced grinding and polishing system with robust construction, suitable for flat specimen surfaces, featuring motorized positioning and force control.
High-Volume Preparation Systems
FORCIPLAN 352 and FORCIPOL 352 are designed for large or high-volume specimen preparation with automatic cleaning and drying stations.
VELOX 102 System
A fully automatic system for high-volume sample preparation, supporting continuous operation with an auto-feed system.
Electrolytic Polishing & Etching System
Provides automatic and programmable polishing and etching with a user-friendly interface and safety features.
Portable Metallography
Portable systems for grinding, polishing, and electrolytic etching, featuring maintenance-free batteries and high-performance motors for field use.
Specifications
Technical specifications for metallurgical and petrographic equipment include various microscopes with specific magnifications and features.
Procedures
Describes procedures for using various microscopes and preparation systems, including grinding and polishing carriers and electrolytic etching.
Standards and Recommendations
References standards such as ASTM E112 and EN ISO 643 for grain size measurement and provides recommendations for using IMAGIN software modules for image analysis and measurement.
Accessories
Includes etching pens, grinding and polishing carriers, and various cathodes for electrolytic preparation, as well as photo adapters and specimen holders for microscopy.
Image Analysis
Details the IMAGIN software suite for image capture, enhancement, and measurement, including modules for grain size and graphite analysis.
Hardness Testing
Highlights the DUROLINE Hardness Testers for quality assurance and control, featuring advanced technology for accurate and repeatable hardness testing.
Petrography
The GEO LINE for Petrography includes instruments for preparing petrographic samples, emphasizing precision and advanced technology for thin section preparation.
Specifications and Equipment Overview
Provides detailed specifications and descriptions of sample preparation equipment and accessories used in spectroscopy and material analysis.
Sample Preparation Equipment
Includes the SPECTRAL series of grinders and milling machines, designed for preparing steel and iron samples for spectroscopic analysis.
Accessories and Consumables
Lists various accessories such as sample holders, clamping devices, and abrasive cut-off wheels, emphasizing the importance of selecting the right consumables.
Cutting and Mounting Consumables
Includes abrasive cut-off wheels, diamond cutting discs, cooling fluids, and mounting compounds for handling small or fragile specimens.
Recommendations and Best Practices
Highlights the importance of proper equipment selection and maintenance to ensure high-quality sample preparation.
Mounting Techniques
Describes hot and cold mounting resins, grinding and polishing processes, and related consumables and accessories.
Overview
Provides detailed specifications and features of various models of the SERVOCUT series, designed for precise cutting of solid stock materials.
Specifications
Outlines specifications for SERVOCUT models, including motor power, cutting capacities, and wheel sizes.
Features
Includes advanced cutting methods and ergonomic features for enhanced performance and user convenience.
Accessories and Options
Lists clamping devices, optional software packages, and cooling systems to enhance cutting precision and versatility.
Power and Connectivity
All machines operate on 400 V, 3-phase, 50/60 Hz power supply, with transformer kits available for different voltage requirements.
Overview
Provides detailed specifications and accessory options for various laboratory equipment used in specimen preparation.
Specimen Vises for MICRACUT 202
Includes a range of specimen vises for different specimen shapes and sizes.
Mounting Presses
The ECOPRESS series includes fully automatic mounting presses with microprocessor controls.
Grinding and Polishing Machines
The FORCIPOL series includes single and double wheel machines with variable speed control.
Specimen Holders and Accessories
Includes various specimen holders and accessories for different machine models.
Fluid Dispensers
The DOSIMAT series includes peristaltic fluid dispensers with microprocessor control.
Spare Parts and Kits
Recommended spare part kits are available for each equipment model.
Overview
Provides detailed specifications and accessory options for various grinding, polishing, and etching systems.
Specifications
Includes details for ACCURA 102, VELOX 102, ELOPREP 102, and MOBIPREP systems.
Accessories and Consumables
Lists specimen holders, filtering systems, and tools for material removal.
Recommendations
Suggests ordering certain accessories simultaneously with machine orders for compatibility and optimal performance.
Overview
Provides detailed specifications and features of various hardness testers and metallurgical microscopes.
Vickers/Knoop Hardness Testers
Includes models like DUROLINE M2 & M4, supporting various test loads and complying with international standards.
Rockwell/Superficial Rockwell Hardness Tester
DUROLINE R1 supports a force range of 3-250 kgf and complies with ISO and ASTM standards.
Metallurgical Microscopes
Includes models like IMM 902 and UPM 902 with various magnifications and features.
Accessories and Optional Components
Includes anvils, XY-stages, specimen holders, and verification tools for customization.
Compliance and Standards
All equipment complies with relevant ISO and ASTM standards.
Overview
Provides detailed specifications and optional accessories for various stereomicroscopes, polarizing laboratory microscopes, and related imaging and processing software.
Stereomicroscopes
Includes models like PST 901-S and PST 902 with various optical systems and accessories.
Polarizing Laboratory Microscope (IPP 902)
Features a trinocular head and polarizing attachment with multiple objectives.
Imaging Hardware and Software
Includes IMAGIN HARDWARE SET and various software modules for image capture and analysis.
Geological Cutting Machine (GEOCUT 302)
Designed for sectioning various materials with a Z-axis cutting wheel and table-feed system.
Precision Thin Section Cutting and Grinding Machine (GEOFORM 102)
Offers programmable control for precise material removal.
Grinding and Polishing Machine (FORCIPOL-TS)
Features a single wheel with variable speed and ergonomic design.
Fluid Dispensers (DOSIMAT 12 and 52)
Microprocessor-controlled dispensers for suspensions and lubricants.
Additional Accessories
Includes various clamping devices, vacuum pumps, and spare part kits.
Overview
Provides detailed specifications and accessory options for various SPECTRAL grinding and milling machines used for spectroscopic sample preparation.
Specifications
Includes details for SPECTRAL MM 102, AG 102, PG 52, and 250/350 Series.
Accessories
Lists clamping devices, automation software, and cooling systems.
Recommendations
Suggests ordering automation and clamping devices simultaneously with the machine for seamless integration.
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SAMPLE PREPARATION metkon.com

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About Metkon Metallography Customers Production Quality Policy Equipment Cutting Mounting Grinding & Polishing Microscopy & Image Analysis Hardness Testing Petrography Sample Preparation for Spectroscopy Abrasive Cut-off Wheels Diamond Cut-off Wheels CBN Cutting Discs Cutting Fluids 41/45 MOUNTING 43 Hot Mounting Resins 45 Cold Mounting Resins Paper Grinding Discs (Plain Back) Metkon Catchy System Metkon Magnetic System Magneto Diamond Grinding Discs Magneto-S Silicon Carbide Grinding Disc Polishing Cloths Diamond Pastes Diamond Suspensions Diamond Lubricant Alumina Powders Alumina Suspensions...

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About Metkon Metallography is the science of revealing and evaluating the internal structures of metarials. It is one of the most important methods of materials research today, indispensable to the scientist as well as to the enginneer. More recently, advanced materials such as high tech metal alloys, ceramics, composites and polymers have appeared which made metallography become an increasingly vital part of modern industry. Through a process of cutting, mounting, grinding and polishing, a smooth surface is obtained to reach the materials true structure. In order to achieve high preparation...

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About Metkon Since 1993, METKON as a young and dynamic company, had delivered more than 20,000 instruments globally. Our customer list covers the spectrum from small to large international companies and laboratories in many different industries, including: Automotive, Aerospace, Bearing industry, Electronics, Universities and other industries. Together with our distributors in more than 30 countries, dedicated aftersales support includes trained service and support personnel, application laboratories, customer training courses, and mobile laboratories featuring a hands-on experience with METKON...

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Founded in 1993 as a 3-man-enterprise, METKON today employs over 120 people. Customers around the world have trusted METKON to deliver technologically advanced solutions. Our state-of-the-art Engineering and Product Development center includes teams of engineers working together to create and test ideas that will be incorporated into instruments designed to meet customer needs. At our in-house manufacturing facility, quality drives production. From sheet metal parts to complex mechanical assemblies, METKON produces most of the components needed in our products, allowing strict control over the...

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Being an ISO 9001-2000 certified firm, our Quality Policy is that all products and services meet the requirements of our customers. METKON’s Quality Policy is based on three fundemantal principles: • Quality is defined as conformance to requirements. • Total Quality Management is our business philosophy. Our objective is to justify your trust in our firm by providing quality products and services that are comprehensive and available to you when and wherever you need it. • The benchmark for quality comprises our performance goals which are continuously

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SERVOCUT Series Abrasive Cutting SERVOCUT is the perfect chocie for a broad range of heavy duty cutting applications. It is available in three main sizes and in automatic and/for manual version. SERVOCUT automatic models have advanced techniques and software with programmable HMI touch screen controls increasing the productivity, sample consistency and operator comfort. SERVOCUT consists of a cast aluminium base on which the motor and the working space are provided in the from of two separate housings. A large window of Lexan and a sealed LED lamp in the cutting chamber allow precise observation...

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METACUT Series Abrasive Cutting METKON chop cutting machine METACUT 302 is designed for wet cutting of large and small, regularly or irregularly shaped workpieces of metalic, ceramic or composite materials. METACUT 302 has the capacity to cut solid sections up to 115 mm in diameter. The side access port permits the sectioning of extra - long workpieces, as well. The machine is equipped with a powerful motor, driving the cut-off wheel towards the workpiece. The bottom part of the machine is a large rubost alloy base casting. The cutting table is provided with T-Slots increasing the versatility...

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Quik Acting Clamping Vise Assembly Left (Stainless Steel) Compact Vise Assembly, Spring Loaded (Stainless Steel) Vertical Clamping Device with clamping shoe GR 0030 for SERVOCUT 402 GR 0013 for METACUT 302 GR 0122 for SERVOCUT 502 GR 0170 for SERVOCUT 302 GR 0548 for MICRACUT 202 GR 0029 for METACUT 302 & SERVOCUT 402 GR 0012 for METACUT 302 GR 0121 for SERVOCUT 502 GR 0172 for SERVOCUT 302 GR 0154 for METACUT 302 & SERVOCUT 402 GR 0151 for METACUT 302 & SERVOCUT 302 Height Block Fastener vise for longitudinal sectioning of screws,ball joint,tubes Fastener vise for longitudinal sectioning of...

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Precision Cutting Manual X-axis positioning unit for specimen vises with dovetail plates. Stand with rotation for specimen vises with dovetail plates Stand for specimen vises with dovetail plates. Clamping Tools GR 0548 for MICRACUT 202 GR 0551 for MICRACUT 202 15 05 for MICRACUT 202 & GEOCUT 302 Cutting Table Attachment for manual cutting of extra flat specimens & PCB's Dressing Unit Universal Specimen Vise Specimen vise with double parallel vice for long specimens. Specimen vise (teardrop shape) Fastener vise for longitudinal sectioning of screws,fasteners, tubes,etc.from 12 to 45 mm.in length...

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ECOPRESS Series Automatic Mounting Press Fully automatic operation with microprocessor controls, electro hydraulic pressure (requires no air), with touch pad front panel controls and digital display of; heating time, moulding temperature, cooling temperature, ram up/down, auto/manual cooling, cycle start/stop. Last parameter settings retained in the memory, with ergonomic turn knob for fast and easy setting of parameters, with direct reading pressure gauge, moulding pressure up to 300 bar, temperature up to 200 oC, operation time up to 35:00 minutes, short cycle time, thermostatically controlled...

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All Metkon Instruments Inc. catalogs and technical brochures

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  6. DUROLINE LV

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  8. MICRACUT 202

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  9. MICRACUT 152

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  10. CONSUMABLES

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