The MetPrep 3™ 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. A wide variety of combinations provides ideal solutions that accommodate any lab, application, or material.
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, %).
The PH-3™/PH-4™ power heads offer maximum versatility for low to high volume semi-automatic sample preparation, using either central or individual sample force modes. The pneumatic-electric system provides controlled sample force and allows up to 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.
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MetPrep 3 Grinding/Polishing System
Features
MetPrep 3
| Programmable up to 25 grinding/polishing steps, including parameters for force mode, 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, %) | Sturdy RIM, aluminum and stainless steel construction with low-profile design | |
| Variable cycle time: 0-120 minutes (15 second increments) | Molded one-piece corrosion resistant cover | |
| Powerful 0.5 HP (375 W) motor with constant high torque output | Quick-change platen design, anodized to resist wear and corrosion | |
| Electronic coolant control with adjustable flow control valve | Touchpad switches control all functions | |
| Adjustable, pivoting coolant nozzle allows quick and easy sample/bowl cleaning | Variable platen and jog speed: 40-600 RPM (10 RPM increments) | |
| Seamless integration with optional AD-5™ Fluid Dispenser for automatic operation | Overflow diversion to protect internal components | |
| CE compliant for EU | Emergency shut-off switch | |
| Two (2) year warranty | Designed & manufactured by Allied in the USA |
PH-3 & PH-4 Power Heads
| Central and Individual sample force functionality | Soft-start/stop force control | |
| Unique tilt-up feature for easy access to platen and holder | Simple push-button attachment and removal of sample holders | |
| Quick-lock system allows sample holder positioning across entire platen surface | Safety sensor that stops operation if power head is tilted up | |
| Variable rotation speed: 0-150 RPM (10 RPM increments) | 0.25 HP (190 W) motor with durable reduction gearbox provides constant high torque output | |
| Comp and contra rotation | Two (2) year warranty | |
| Designed & manufactured by Allied in the USA |
| Item # | Description | Qty | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-2600 | METPREP 3™ GRINDER/POLISHER w/PH-3™ POWER HEAD for 8" or 10" PLATENS, 100-240 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase Includes: Splash Ring and Platen Cover | ||
| 5-2700 | METPREP 3™ GRINDER/POLISHER w/PH-4™ POWER HEAD for 8" or 10" PLATENS, 100-240 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase Includes: Splash Ring and Platen Cover |
Product Accessories
NOTE: Aluminum/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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-3301 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, Blank with Heating Stage, 140 mm | |
| 5-3330 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (6) 25 mm - 1.25" Samples, Teardrop Central Force, for use with 8" (203 mm) or 10" (254 mm) platens | |
| 5-3340 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (5) 25 mm - 40 mm Samples, Teardrop Central Force for use with 8" (203 mm) or 10" (254 mm) platens | |
| 5-3345 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 25 mm - 40 mm Samples, Teardrop Central Force for use with 8" (203 mm) or 10" (254 mm) platens | |
| 5-3361 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (6) 25 mm - 1.25" Samples, Dual-Cavity Central Force for use with 8" (203 mm) or 10" (254 mm) platens | |
| 5-3380 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Loading Fixture for 5-33XX Series Holders | |
| 5-3401 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, Blank with Heating Stage, 160 mm | |
| 5-3435 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (6) 25 mm - 1.5" Samples, Teardrop Central Force for use with 10" (254 mm) platens | |
| 5-3440 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 25 mm - 2" Samples, Teardrop Central Force for use with 10" (254 mm) platens | |
| 5-3445 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (9) 25 mm - 1.25" Samples, Teardrop Central Force for use with 10" (254 mm) platens | |
| 5-3460 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (8) 25 mm - 1.25" Samples, Dual-Cavity Central Force for use with 10" (254 mm) platens | |
| 5-3461 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (6) 30 mm - 40 mm Samples, Dual-Cavity Central Force for use with 10" (254 mm) platens | |
| 5-3465 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) Position Clamp Style 1.25" x 2" (32 x 50 mm) Pocket for Central Force for use with 10" (254 mm) platens | |
| 5-3490 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (5) 1.2" x 2.1" (30 x 53 mm) Rectangles, Central Force for use with 10" (254 mm) platens | |
| 5-3491 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 1.6" x 2.7" (40 x 68 mm) Rectangles, Central Force for use with 10" (254 mm) platens | |
| 5-3494 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 2" x 2" (51 x 51 mm) Squares, Central Force for use with 10" (254 mm) platens | |
| 5-3480 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Loading Fixture for 5-34XX Series Holders | |
| 5-3835 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 1" (25 mm) Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-3™ Power Head | |
| 5-3840 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 30 mm Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-3™ Power Head | |
| 5-3845 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 1.25" (32 mm) Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-3™ Power Head | |
| 5-3850 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 1.5" (38 mm) Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-3™ Power Head | |
| 5-3855 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 40 mm Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-3™ Power Head | |
| 5-3860 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 50 mm Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-3™ Power Head | |
| 5-3865 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) 2" Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-3™ Power Head | |
| 5-3735 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (4) 1" (25 mm) Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-4™ Power Head | |
| 5-3740 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (4) 30 mm Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-4™ Power Head | |
| 5-3745 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (4) 1.25" (32 mm) Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-4™ Power Head | |
| 5-3750 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (4) 1.5" (38 mm) Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-4™ Power Head | |
| 5-3755 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (4) 40 mm Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-4™ Power Head | |
| 5-3760 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (4) 50 mm Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-4™ Power Head | |
| 5-3765 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (4) 2" (51 mm) Mounts, Individual Force for use with PH-4™ Power Head | |
| 5-3800 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (3) Variable Diameter Mounts from 1” to 1.5" using corresponding Spacer Rings, Individual Force for use with PH-3™ Power Head | |
| 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 | |
| 5-3700 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Sample Holder, (4) Variable Diameter Mounts from 1” to 40 mm using corresponding Spacer Rings, Individual Force for use with PH-4™ Power Head | |
| 5-3X35-50 | Click to Enlarge » |
Individual Force Spacer Ring, for 1"/25 mm Mount for use with 5-3700 Sample Holder | |
| 5-3X40-50 | Click to Enlarge » |
Individual Force Spacer Ring, for 30 mm Mount for use with 5-3700 Sample Holder | |
| 5-3X45-50 | Click to Enlarge » |
Individual Force Spacer Ring, for 1.25" Mount for use with 5-3700 Sample Holder | |
| 5-3X50-50 | Click to Enlarge » |
Individual Force Spacer Ring, for 1.5" Mount for use with 5-3700 Sample Holder | |
| 5-3X55-50 | Click to Enlarge » |
Individual Force Spacer Ring, for 40 mm Mount for use with 5-3700 Sample Holder | |
| 5-2005 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Standard Platen, 8" (203 mm) | |
| 5-2005M |  Click to Enlarge » |
Magnetic Platen, 8" (203 mm) | |
| 5-6010 | Click to Enlarge » |
Standard Platen, 10" (254 mm) | |
| 5-6010M | Click to Enlarge » |
Magnetic Platen, 10" (254 mm) | |
| 90-208300 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Magnetic Base, 8" (203 mm), with Adhesive Backing | |
| 90-208302 | Click to Enlarge » |
Magnetic Base, 10" (254 mm), with Adhesive Backing | |
| 5-8100 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Platen Storage Cabinet for Platens, Discs or Cloths up to 12" (305 mm) Diameter | |
| 5-8105 |  Click to Enlarge » |
Aluminum Tray/Shelf |
