METALLOGRAPHIC AUTOPOLISHERS


FEMTO-S Autopolishers

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NANO-S/FEMTO-S Autopolisher<

NANO-S/FEMTO-S Autopolisher

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9-inch FEMTO-1100S Polishing Head

FEMTO-1100S Polishing Head

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FEMTO Individual Head

FEMTO Individual Polishing Holder

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12-inch FEMTO-1500S Polishing Head

FEMTO-1500S Polishing Head

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12-inch FEMTO Central Polishing Head

FEMTO Central Polishing Holder


Autopolisher Features

Individual Force: The force is applied to each sample individually, eliminating planar grinding steps. However, the specimen plane is not fixed, which can lead to loss of flatness.

Central Force: Specimens are locked in a fixed plane, preventing rocking and improving flatness. However, 1-2 more planar grinding steps are needed with coarser abrasives.

Comparison Table

Feature Individual Force Central Force
Application of Force Individual pistons (1-6 samples) Central force (3-6 samples)
Grinding No need to planar grind Planar grinding for superior flatness
Subsurface Damage Smaller abrasives, less damage Larger abrasives, higher removal
Reduces Grinding Steps Yes, by 2-3 steps Yes, by 2-3 steps
Repolishing No planar grinding needed Requires planar grinding
Part Numbers FEMTO-1100S, FEMTO-2200S FEMTO-1500S, FEMTO-2500S

Metallographic Consumable Recommendations

PACE Technologies offers metallographic grinding and polishing consumables for metallographic specimen preparation:

FEMTO-S Autopolishing Brochure YouTube for FEMTO Autopolishing Demo FEMTO-S Education and Technology Sample Preparation Procedures FEMTO-1100S Metallographic Automatic Polishing Consumables Metallographic individual polishing force Metallographic central polishing force



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FEMTO-1100S Individual Force Autopolishing Head

FEMTO-1100S individual specimen holder polishing head

    FEMTO-1100S Specifications

  • Application of Force: Individual pistons (1-6 samples)
  • Head speed: 0-300 rpm (variable)
  • Compatibility:NANO-1000S / NANO-2000S polishers
  • FEMTO-S Motor:0.54 hp (400 W) dynamic torque servo motor
  • Electrical Specifications: 110V or 220V 50/60 Hz
  • Specimen Holder: Individual
  • Dimensions (WxDxH):
  • Weight:
  • Part No.: FEMTO-1100S
  • Fixtures: FEMTO-1100S fixtures
  • Optional:
    ZETA-2000S Abrasive Dispenser
    RC-1000A Recirculating Filtering System
  • FEMTO-S Autopolishing Brochure YouTube for FEMTO Autopolishing Demo FEMTO-S Education and Technology Sample Preparation Procedures FEMTO-1100S Metallographic Automatic Polishing Consumables Metallographic individual polishing force

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FEMTO-1500S Individual / Central Force Autopolishing Head

FEMTO-1500S indivdual and central autopolishing head

    FEMTO-1500S Specifications

  • Application of Force:
    Individual pistons (1-6 samples)
    Central force (3-6 samples)
  • Head speed: 0-300 rpm (variable)
  • Compatibility:NANO-1000S / NANO-2000S polishers
  • FEMTO-S Motor:0.54 hp (400 W) dynamic torque servo motor
  • Electrical Specifications: 110V or 220V 50/60 Hz
  • Specimen Holder: Individual
  • Dimensions (WxDxH):
  • Weight:
  • Part No's.: FEMTO-1500S
  • Fixtures: FEMTO-1500S fixtures
  • Optional:
    ZETA-2000S Abrasive Dispenser
    RC-1000A Recirculating Filtering System
  • FEMTO-S Autopolishing Brochure YouTube for FEMTO Autopolishing Demo FEMTO-S Education and Technology Sample Preparation Procedures FEMTO-1100S Metallographic Automatic Polishing Consumables Metallographic individual polishing force Metallographic central polishing force

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FEMTO-2200S Individual Force Autopolishing Head

FEMTO-2200S individual specimen holder polishing head

    FEMTO-2200S Specifications

  • Application of Force:
    Individual pistons (1-6 samples)
    Central force (3-6 samples)
  • Head speed: 0-300 rpm (variable)
  • Compatibility:NANO-1200S polisher
  • FEMTO-S Motor:0.54 hp (400 W) dynamic torque servo motor
  • Electrical Specifications: 110V or 220V 50/60 Hz
  • Specimen Holder: Individual
  • Dimensions with NANO-1200S (WxDxH):25 x 27 x 28 inches (635 x 686 x 711 mm)
  • Weight:
  • Part No's.: FEMTO-2200S
  • Fixtures: FEMTO-2200S fixtures
  • Optional:
    ZETA-2000S Abrasive Dispenser
    RC-1000A Recirculating Filtering System
  • FEMTO-S Autopolishing Brochure YouTube for FEMTO Autopolishing Demo FEMTO-S Education and Technology Sample Preparation Procedures FEMTO-1100S Metallographic Automatic Polishing Consumables Metallographic individual polishing force

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FEMTO-2500S Central / Individual Force Autopolishing Head

FEMTO-2500S indivdual and central autopolishing head

    FEMTO-2500S Specifications

  • Application of Force:
    Individual pistons (1-6 samples)
    Central force (3-6 samples)
  • Head speed: 0-300 rpm (variable)
  • Compatibility:NANO-1200S polisher
  • FEMTO-S Motor:0.54 hp (400 W) dynamic torque servo motor
  • Electrical Specifications: 110V or 220V 50/60 Hz
  • Specimen Holder: Individual
  • Dimensions with NANO-1200S (WxDxH):25 x 27 x 28 inches (635 x 686 x 711 mm)
  • Weight:
  • Part No's.: FEMTO-2500S
  • Fixtures: FEMTO-2500S fixtures
  • Optional:
    ZETA-2000S Abrasive Dispenser
    RC-1000A Recirculating Filtering System
  • Metallographic polisher YouTube for NANO-1200S Metallographic Education and Technology Sample Preparation Procedures Grinding and Polishing Consumables Metallographic individual polishing force Metallographic central polishing force

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FEMTO-1100S and FEMTO-1500S Sample Holders

Description FEMTO-1100S FEMTO-1500S Image
Single specimen holder for 1 to 1.5-inch rings (25-40 mm) SH-1100
SH-1150 FEMTO-S individual specimen holder
Description FEMTO-1100S FEMTO-1500S Image
Ring inserts (6/holder) SR-0100
SR-0125
SR-0150
SR-25mm
SR-30mm
SR-40mm
SR-0100
SR-0125
SR-0150
SR-25mm
SR-30mm
SR-40mm
FEMTO-S Individual Rings
Description FEMTO-1100S FEMTO-1500S Image

Single specimen holder for 2-inch rings (50 mm)

SH-1200
SH-1250 FEMTO-S 2-inch individual holder
Description FEMTO-1100S FEMTO-1500S Image
Ring inserts (3/holder) SR-0200
SR-50mm
SR-0200
SR-50mm
2-inch FEMTO-S individual rings
Description FEMTO-1100S FEMTO-1500S Image
Individual specimen holder mounting fixture (for use with glass slide holders) SH-GHOLDER-1100
SH-GHOLDER-1500  
Description FEMTO-1100S FEMTO-1500S Image
Glass slide holder for 27 x 47 mm and 1 x 3-inch slides (each) SR-G SR-G  

FEMTO-1500S Central Force Holders

Description Diameter Mounts Part Number Image
Specimen Holder 1-inch / 25 mm
1.25-inch / 30 mm
1.5-inch / 40 mm
2-inch / 50 mm
QRC-SH100A-1500
QRC-SH125A-1500
QRC-SH150A-1500
QRC-SH200A-1500
FEMTO-1500S Central Sample Holder
Description Diameter Part Number Image
Central Force Loading plate All CF-LP-1500 FEMTO-1500S loading plate

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ZETA-2000S Abrasive Dispenser

ZETA-2000S Metallography Abrasive Dispenser

ZETA-2000S Metallographic Abrasive Dispenser

The ZETA-2000S is an abrasive and lubricant dispenser used in conjuntion with other metallographic polishing machines. The ZETA-2000S can be operated in both a manual and automated mode.

  • Pumps: 4 (24v) dedicated, programmable peristaltic pumps. Setting adjustments for: Frequency, Duration, Start time, Total time
  • Number of stations:Single wheel
  • Flow rates: 1.2 - 90 ml/min
  • Controls: 7-inch programmable touchscreen interface
  • Electrical Specifications: 110V or 220V 50/60 Hz
  • Dimensions (WxDxH):
    9.5 x 10.6 12-inches
    (240 x 270 x 300 mm)
  • Weight: 12 lbs (5.5 kg)
  • Part No.: ZETA-2000S
  • Metallographic Abrasive Dispenser YouTube for ZETA-2000S Metallography Abrasive Dispenser Metallographic Education and Technology Sample Preparation Procedures Diamond and Slurry Polishing Consumables

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RC-1000A Recirculating-Filter System

RC-1000A Metallographic Recirculating-Filter System

RC-1000A Metallographic Filtering System

The RC-1000A Filtering system is designed to filter out the grinding and polishing swarf that is produced during metallographic specimen preparation. This allows for removing solids for a more environmentally friendly metallography lab.

  • Coarse Filtering: 2-straining filters
  • Fine Filers: 0.2, 0.5 and 1 micron
  • Pump: 24V DC Diaphragm Pump, 1.3 GPM (5 L/min)
  • Volume of Tank: 14 gallons (53 L)
  • Electrical Specifications: 110V or 220V 50/60 Hz
  • Dimensions (WxDxH):
    31.5 x 16.5 x 19.5-inch
    (800 x 450 x 495 mm)
  • Weight: 30 lbs (14 kg)
  • Part No.: RC-1000A
  • Metallographic Recirculating and Filtering System Metallographic Education and Technology Filtering Consumables

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Ultrasonic Cleaner

UCLEAN-012 Metallographic Ultrasonic Cleaner

UCLEAN-012 Metallographic Cleaner

The UCLEAN-012 ultrasonic cleaner is designed to better remove grinding swarf and abrasive from the sample surface and the specimen holders. It is particualy useful for cleaning in-between the various grinding and polishing steps in order to eliminate contaminaton for the next preparation steps.

  • Ultrasonic Frequency: 4 ultrasonic transducers
  • Ultrasonic Power: 240 Watts
  • Timer: 0-30 minutes
  • Heater: 300W heating power
  • Temperature Range: 104-140°F
  • Volume of Tank: 2.6 gallons (10 L)
  • Electrical Specifications: 110V or 220V 50/60 Hz
  • Overall Dimensions (WxDxH): 13 x 10.6 x 10.6 (330 x 270 x 270 mm)
  • Tank Dimensions (WxDxH): 11.8 x 9.5 x 5.9 (300 x 240 x 150 mm)
  • Weight: 11 lbs (5 kg)
  • Part No.: UCLEAN-012
  • Metallographic Cleaning Education and Technology Metallography Ultrasonic cleaning

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