GEOFORM 102 – THIN SECTIONING
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GEOFORM 102 - THIN SECTIONING
Precision Thin Section Cutting and Grinding Machine
GEOFORM 102 is a bench-top thin sectioning instrument that will cut and grind down to 30 microns or less depending on the hardness of the material because; mineralogical specimens usually contain hard and soft phases.
GEOFORM 102 - THIN SECTIONING
GEOFORM 102 has two parts: Cutting and Grinding compartments.
• Two machines are combined in the same body: Cutting and Thin Sectioning.
• Large cutting compartment with movable T-table
• Ability to mount clamping devices
• Colored LCD touch screen with advanced software
• Variable wheel speed, 500-2000 RPM
• Completely closed cutting and grinding compartment with transparent cover and magnetic safety switch
• Ability to fix glass slides with several different dimensions
BENEFITS
Metkon products optimize your sample preparation processes with high precision, efficiency, and ease of use.
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY, ADVANCED FEATURES
Equipped with 7” HMI touch screen with advanced software that allows extremely simple and professional operation with repetable results.
Digital micrometer for grinding section with 0.001 mm accuracy.
Frequency converter allows variable wheel speed, soft start/stop function and smooth operation for maximum precision.
New electronic vacuum sensor for more reliable vacuum control.
VARIABLE WHEEL SPEED
- The wheel speed can be adjusted between 500 to 2000 RPM for cutting and grinding wide range of materials. The wheel speed can be adjusted with 1-RPM increments from the touch screen.
- Soft start and stop function eliminates the risk of breakage of glass slides.
THE MOST FUNCTIONAL CUTTING COMPARTMENT
- It has very large cutting compartment. Larger capacity than many precision cutters on the market.
- Combines two machine into one machine.
- High torque dual shaft motor provides both grinding and cutting capability for the same machine with extremely high precision.
- Ability to mount up to Ø250 mm cut-off wheels.
- Up to Ø90 mm cutting capacity.
- Very large T-table with 204×196 mm size. Movable on Y-axis direction. Ability to mount clamping devices to cut large rocks safely.
- Ability to cut samples that sticked on the glass slides.
- LED illumination inside the cutting chamber.
- Powerful cooling pump provides efficient cooling when cutting the sample.
- Completely enclosed cutting chamber with impact resistant transparent cover with magnetic safety switch.
THE MOST FUNCTIONAL GRINDING COMPARTMENT
- Increased glass slide thin sectioning capacity. Three pieces of glass slides can be grinded at the same time.
- Optional glass slide holders for different glass slide dimensions.
- Improved LED illumination for easy observation of sample.
- Easier to access any area inside the grinding chamber for adjust vacuum valve, water nozzle etc…
SAFETY
Equipped with easily accessible emergency stop button.
Both grinding and cutting compartments are totally enclosed with impact resistant transparent cover.
Equipped with magnetic safety switches for both grinding and cutting compartments. The magnetic safety switch does not allow the motor to be started unless transparent cover is closed. If transparent cover is opened during cutting or grinding, the motor immediately stops automatically.
FEATURES
A wide product range, programmable controls, and durable construction meet all sample preparation needs.
7" HMI TOUCH SCREEN CONTROLS
GEOFORM 102 is equipped with 7″ HMI touch screen with advanced software that allows extremely simple and professional operation with repetable results. It increases the productivity, sample consistency and minimize operator intervention.
VARIABLE WHEEL SPEED
Integrated speed regulating unit allows variable wheel speed, soft start/stop function and smooth operation for maximum precision. Possible to adjust the wheel speed between 500-2000 rpm, which makes it suitable for the wide range of materials. Frequency converter allows variable wheel speed, soft start/stop function and smooth operation for maximum precision.
LARGE CUTTING COMPARTMENT
GEOFORM 102 has a large cutting compartment like a benchtop cutting machine. There is a T-table inside the cutting chamber, which is movable on Y-axis direction from the front and back. Possibility to mount different types of clamping devices on the T-table for cutting large and irregularly shaped rocks, minerals, concrete, glass, ceramics, refractory and other geological samples.
GRINDING COMPARTMENT
The grinding module is designed for precision grinding. A universal vacuum holder accepts different sizes of glass slides by changing the location pins. Up to three samples can be grinded at the same time. An optional vacuum pump holds the glass slide fixed on the holder during grinding process.
PRECISE MICROMETER
GEOFORM 102 is equipped with a built-in digital micrometer with 1 micron resolution. This provides simple, ergonomic and reliable operation. It ensures high precision and the specimen is ground with an accuracy of 2 microns.
SAFETY AND RELIABILITY
GEOFORM 102 has the highest safety standards. The magnetic safety switch does not allow the motor to be started unless transparent hood is closed. If transparent hood is opened during cutting, the motor immediately stops automatically. Easily accessed and operated emergency stop button ensures immediate shut down. Soft closing feature of transparent hood protects fingers from risk of injury. GEOFORM 102 has very long life and reliable mechanical and electronic construction to serve you for years.
TECHNICAL DATA
Technical specifications compliant with international standards ensure reliable and consistent results.
| ORDER NO | 18 02 |
| MODEL | GEOFORM 102 |
| Cutting Wheel Speed, (rpm) | 500-2000 |
| Grinding Stone Speed, (rpm) | 500-2000 |
| Cutting Wheel Dia., (mm) | 250 |
| Grinding Wheel Dia., (mm) | 175 |
| Control Panel | 7" HMI Touch Screen |
| Program Memory | Yes |
| Recirculating Tank (Optional), (lt) | 40 |
| Digital Micrometer | Yes |
| Motor Power, (HP) | 550 W |
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