Semi-automatic

The AD-5™ fluid dispenser provides automatic, unattended application of abrasive polishing suspensions and lubricants. Its functions are controlled through Allied’s MetPrep 3™, MetPrep 4™, DualPrep 3™ or MultiPrep™ systems, and can also be used with ANY brand polishing machine as a standalone system.

Timed, volume-controlled, variable frequency dispensing delivers reproducible results by eliminating inconsistencies between operators. This increases productivity and efficiency, while reducing consumables usage. Intuitive menu navigation and simple logic programming make the dispenser easy to use.

The AD-5™ features five (5) dispensing positions, two of which include a flush cycle to prevent clogging when using colloidal suspensions. Peristaltic pump technology offers mist-free drip delivery to the polishing surface.

The New E-Prep 4x™ grinding and polishing machine, with the PH-4i™ power head, is a simple yet powerful system for semiautomatic operation, ideal for low to high volume sample preparation requirements. The user-friendly manual and touchpad interface makes it easy to adjust settings and operate. Basic controls allow quick changes to parameters such as sample force, cycle time, platen speed, and sample speed.

Either standard or magnetic 8" (203 mm) or 10" (254 mm) platens may be used with any plain/adhesive backed or magnetic system disc.

The ID-5x™ fluid dispenser provides automatic, unattended application of abrasive polishing solutions and lubricants. This five (5) position dispenser connects to the back of the MetPrep 3x™ and MetPrep 3x™ grinders/polishers, and is controlled and programmed through the touchscreen. Positions 4 and 5 feature high-speed pumps for dispensing colloidal solutions, and a corrosion resistant magnetic stirring function for use with polishing slurries that normally settle.

The integrated dispenser (ID) features a pivoting manifold mounted on the powerhead to position the dispensing nozzles so liquids clear the sample holder.

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

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

The PH-3™ 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, depending on power head, mount diameter and holder size. The unique tilt-up design allows easy, unhindered access to the sample holder and platen, and eliminates the need to reposition the head during the preparation procedure.

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

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

The PH-4™ 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, depending on power head, mount diameter and holder size. The unique tilt-up design allows easy, unhindered access to the sample holder and platen, and eliminates the need to reposition the head during the preparation procedure.

The NEW MetPrep 4x™ 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-4™ power head offers maximum versatility for low to high volume semiautomatic sample preparation, using either central or individual sample force modes. The pneumatic-electric systems provide controlled sample force and allow up to twelve (12) samples to be prepared simultaneously, depending on power head, mount diameter and holder size. The unique tilt-up design allows easy, unhindered access to the sample holder and platen, and eliminates the need to reposition the head during the preparation procedure.

Either standard or magnetic platens may be used with any plain/adhesive backed or magnetic system disc.

The NEW MetPrep 4x™ 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-6™ power head offers maximum versatility for low to high volume semiautomatic sample preparation, using either central or individual sample force modes. The pneumatic-electric systems provide controlled sample force and allow up to twelve (12) samples to be prepared simultaneously, depending on power head, mount diameter and holder size. The unique tilt-up design allows easy, unhindered access to the sample holder and platen, and eliminates the need to reposition the head during the preparation procedure.

Either standard or magnetic platens may be used with any plain/adhesive backed or magnetic system disc.

Allied's high-volume Printed Circuit Board (PCB) microsectioning and analysis solution makes it easy to prepare and document high-volume microsections for compliance with IPC standards.

From pin insertion and mounting to grinding/polishing to an automated measurement and archiving system, Allied provides a complete solution.

Individual force holders allow one or more samples to be prepared simultaneously. The advantage of individual preparation is that the system is balanced regardless of how many samples are prepared at once; samples can be added or extracted without affecting performance. It is also ideal for applications where small geometry and site-specific cross-section requirements make the alignment of more than three (3) samples to a common plane extremely challenging.

Central force holders are suitable for high to medium volume sample preparation most commonly for quality control in production environments. The sample loading fixture (sold separately) is used to set the sample protrusion from the holder at an equal distance for grinding/polishing to the same plane. Uniform, symmetric arrangement around the central drive adapter is necessary.

Teardrop holders allow flexibility in the shape and size of the sample that can be held. A setscrew secures each sample.

Dual-cavity holders feature a single tightening point, which is useful for rapid insertion and removal or either one or two round or irregular shaped specimens per cavity.