The MetPrep 3/PH-3 Grinder/Polisher for Hot Cell - High Gamma Radiation Environment is a powerful system for semiautomatic operation, ideal for low to high volume sample preparation requirements. It is designed to withstand various glovebox environments (i.e., alpha-radiation inert) and has an overall reduced size to fit through most glove box portholes. Critical components of the machine have been removed to an external (remote) control box. Removable cover/side plates allow easy access for serviceability.
Intuitive menu navigation with a user-friendly touchpad interface and backlit LCD make them easy to use and program. The microprocessor-based system allows up to 25 programmable steps, including parameters for platen speed, comp/contra rotation (sample holder/platen), cycle time, fluid selection, sample force (LbF or N), sample rotation speed, water rinse, and force reduction (on/off, %)
Either aluminum or magnetic platens may be used with any plain/adhesive-backed or magnetic system disc.
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MetPrep 3™
| Touch-pad switches control all functions | External control box protects critical components connected with a cable up to 18’ (5.5 m) | |
| Removable side plates allow easy access for serviceability | Reduced size - if necessary it can fit through a 14" (356 mm) diameter porthole | |
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Lifting lugs for power head and grinder/polisher base |
Drain line (stainless steel) exits to the right of the polisher |
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| Programmable up to 25 polishing steps, including parameters for platen speed, comp/contrarotation (sample holder/platen), cycle time, fluid selection, sample force (LbF or N), sample rotation speed, water rinse and force reduction (On/Off, %) |
Extra male/female fittings for communication cable provided with wiring drawing for easy hot box connection |
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| Variable platen speed: 50-600 RPM (10 RPM increments) | Clockwise/counterclockwise platen rotation | |
| 0.25 HP (190 W) motor with durable reduction gearbox for constant high-torque output | Variable platen jog speed: 50-600 RPM (10 RPM increments) | |
| Stable aluminum/stainless steel construction - no plastic or rubber components | Variable cycle time: 0-120 minutes (15 second increments) | |
| Emergency shut-off switch |
Durable chain drive for the platen and sample rotation motors |
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| Fully assembled size 13" W x 19.5" D x 22" H (330 x 495 x 559 mm) |
Weight: 120 lb. (54 kg) |
PH-3™ Power Head
| Unique tilt-up feature allows easy access to platen and holder | Soft-start and force reduction control | |
| All primary electrical connections are housed in power head for ease of service |
Individual force pressure pistons are easily replaceable cartridges |
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| Simple push/pull attachment and removal of holders | Quick-lock system allows sample holder positioning across entire platen surface | |
| Variable rotation speed: 0-150 RPM (10 RPM increments) | 0.125 HP (95 W) motor with durable reduction gearbox for constant high-torque output | |
| Comp and contra rotation | Produces flat mounts with individual force polishing | |
| Individual force sample preparation of up to 3 mounts, adjustable from 0-16 lb. in 1 lb. increments (0-70 N in ~5 N increments) | Six (6) month warranty | |
| Designed & manufactured by Allied in the USA | Special Lead Time: 12 - 16 weeks |
| Item # | Description | Qty | |
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| 5-2510-LA | MetPrep 3™ Grinder/Polisher with PH-3™ Power Head for High Gamma Radiation, 115 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase |
Product Accessories
NOTE: Standard/Magnetic platens, Sample Loading Fixtures & Holders are SOLD SEPARATELY. Please choose accessories from the list below to ensure a complete system is configured for quotation.
| Item # | Description | Qty | |
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| 5-3301 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, Blank with Heating Stage, 140 mm | |
| 5-3835 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 1" (25 mm) Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3840 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 30 mm Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3845 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 1.25" (32 mm) Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3850 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 1.5" (38 mm) Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3855 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 40 mm Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3860 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 50 mm Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3865 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 2" Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3800 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) Variable Diameter Mounts from 1” to 1.5" using corresponding Spacer Rings, Individual Force | |
| 5-3X35-40 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Individual Force Spacer Ring, for 1"/25 mm Mount for use with 5-3800 Sample Holder | |
| 5-3X40-40 | Click to Enlarge » |
Individual Force Spacer Ring, for 30 mm Mount for use with 5-3800 Sample Holder | |
| 5-3X45-40 | Click to Enlarge » |
Individual Force Spacer Ring, for 1.25" Mount for use with 5-3800 Sample Holder | |
| 5-3X50-40 | Click to Enlarge » |
Individual Force Spacer Ring, for 1.5" Mount for use with 5-3800 Sample Holder | |
| 5-2005 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Standard Platen, 8" (203 mm) | |
| 5-2005M |  Click to Enlarge » |
Magnetic Platen, 8" (203 mm) |
