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MetPrep 3x™ & PH-3™

MetPrep 3x™ & PH-3™

The MetPrep 3x™ grinding and polishing machines, with the PH™ line of power heads, are powerful systems for semiautomatic operation, ideal for low to high volume sample preparation requirements. Two combinations provide ideal solutions that accommodate any lab, application or material.

The microprocessor-based system allows the operator to use either the manual Input Mode to enter parameters throughout a procedure, or the user-defined preprogrammed Steps and Sequences Mode to select steps in a sequence as the procedure advances.

The PH-3™ power head offers maximum versatility for low to high volume semi-automatic sample preparation, using either central or individual sample force modes. The pneumatic-electric systems provide controlled sample force and allow up to nine (9) samples to be prepared simultaneously in central force and three (3) samples in individual force. The unique tilt-up design allows easy, unhindered access to the sample holder and platen, and eliminates the need to reposition the head during the preparation procedure.

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Allied Equipment and Fixtures are Designed and Manufactured by Allied in the U.S.A.  

 

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PH-3™ Central Force Configuration: one (1) central piston applies force to up to nine (9) mounts (1.25" mounts shown)

Sample holder release button faces operator for easy access upon cycle completion.

 

FEATURES

MetPrep 3x™

Store and recall of up to ten (10) user-programmable sequences with up to ten (10) individual steps each, including settings for platen speed, force mode, comp/contra rotation (sample holder/platen), cycle time, fluid selection, sample force (lbf or N), sample rotation speed, water rinse, soft start and force reduction   7" (178 mm) color LCD touchscreen with intuitive interface to control all functions, with adjustable units (lbf/N)  
Semiautomatic preparation of 1-9 samples   Accommodates up to 2" (51 mm) mount diameter
Powerful, quiet 0.7 HP (535 W) brushless DC motor   Molded one-piece corrosion resistant RIM enclosure with overflow diversion protects internal components
Electronic coolant control with adjustable flow control valve   Quick-change platen design, anodized to resist wear and corrosion
Retractable coolant nozzle that allows quick and easy sample/bowl cleaning   Utilizes 8" or 10" (203 or 254 mm) platens
Built-in programming and seamless integration of optional ID-5x™ fluid dispenser for automatic operation   Variable platen and jog speed: 20 – 600 RPM (10 RPM increments)
Central and individual force capability   Sensor control indexes sample holder push button toward the front at the end of the cycle for easy access
Emergency shut-off switch   Optional protective shield available for added safety
Two (2) year warranty   Designed & manufactured by Allied in the USA

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PH-3™ Power Head

Central force sample preparation of up to nine (9) samples   Soft-start/stop force control
Individual force sample preparation of up to three (3) samples   Simple push-button attachment and removal of sample holders
Unique tilt-up feature for easy access to platen and holder   Safety sensor that stops operation if power head is tilted up
Variable sample rotation speed: 0 – 150 RPM (10 RPM increments) with comp/contra direction control   Optional Protective Shield available for added safety
Quick-lock system to allow sample holder positioning across platen radius   0.33 HP (250 W) motor with durable reduction gearbox for constant high torque output
Designed & manufactured by Allied in the USA   Two (2) year warranty

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Allied Equipment and Fixtures are Designed and Manufactured by Allied in the U.S.A.  

 

Optional Protective Shield

PH-3™ Central Force Configuration: one (1) central piston applies force to up to nine (9) mounts (1.25" mounts shown)

Sample holder release button faces operator for easy access upon cycle completion.

 

FEATURES

MetPrep 3x™

Store and recall of up to ten (10) user-programmable sequences with up to ten (10) individual steps each, including settings for platen speed, force mode, comp/contra rotation (sample holder/platen), cycle time, fluid selection, sample force (lbf or N), sample rotation speed, water rinse, soft start and force reduction   7" (178 mm) color LCD touchscreen with intuitive interface to control all functions, with adjustable units (lbf/N)  
Semiautomatic preparation of 1-9 samples   Accommodates up to 2" (51 mm) mount diameter
Powerful, quiet 0.7 HP (535 W) brushless DC motor   Molded one-piece corrosion resistant RIM enclosure with overflow diversion protects internal components
Electronic coolant control with adjustable flow control valve   Quick-change platen design, anodized to resist wear and corrosion
Retractable coolant nozzle that allows quick and easy sample/bowl cleaning   Utilizes 8" or 10" (203 or 254 mm) platens
Built-in programming and seamless integration of optional ID-5x™ fluid dispenser for automatic operation   Variable platen and jog speed: 20 – 600 RPM (10 RPM increments)
Central and individual force capability   Sensor control indexes sample holder push button toward the front at the end of the cycle for easy access
Emergency shut-off switch   Optional protective shield available for added safety
Two (2) year warranty   Designed & manufactured by Allied in the USA

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PH-3™ Power Head

Central force sample preparation of up to nine (9) samples   Soft-start/stop force control
Individual force sample preparation of up to three (3) samples   Simple push-button attachment and removal of sample holders
Unique tilt-up feature for easy access to platen and holder   Safety sensor that stops operation if power head is tilted up
Variable sample rotation speed: 0 – 150 RPM (10 RPM increments) with comp/contra direction control   Optional Protective Shield available for added safety
Quick-lock system to allow sample holder positioning across platen radius   0.33 HP (250 W) motor with durable reduction gearbox for constant high torque output
Designed & manufactured by Allied in the USA   Two (2) year warranty
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