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Supplies for Metallograhpy – Catalog

Supplies for Metallograhpy – Catalog

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Introduction to Sectioning
Sectioning is essential in microstructural analysis to obtain a representative sample without damaging the microstructure. It involves using a water-cooled abrasive cut-off machine with a suitable blade for a clean, straight, and cool cut.

Types of Abrasive Sectioning Blades
Abrasive sectioning blades, made from aluminum oxide and silicon carbide, are used in metallurgical labs. Aluminum oxide is versatile for ferrous materials, while silicon carbide is ideal for non-ferrous materials.

Bond Types and Reinforcement
LECO blades use rubber, resin, and rubber-resin mix bonds. Rubber bonded blades offer high-quality cuts but may emit an odor. Resin blades provide good cuts without odor, and rubber-resin mix blades combine both benefits. Large blades may have fiberglass reinforcement for strength.

Selecting an Abrasive Sectioning Blade
Choosing the right blade involves balancing cut quality and blade life. Soft blades wear quickly but cut hard materials better, while hard blades are more effective on softer materials. Blades are categorized by Rockwell C hardness (HRC).

LECO Cut-Off Blade Guide
Blade selection depends on the maximum blade diameter the saw can accommodate and the arbor hole diameter. Various blade sizes and specifications are provided for different LECO machines.

Sectioning Blades Specifications
Specifications for sectioning blades include recommended use, abrasive type, thickness, bond type, and part numbers.

Specialty Blades
CBN resin bonded blades are recommended for very hard ferrous materials, offering durability. Diamond blades are suggested for cermets and ceramics.

Rust Inhibitors and Accessories
Rust inhibitors are available in various sizes, and accessories include vise plates, clamping kits, dressing sticks, and cutting oils.

Mounting Supplies - Compression
Bakelite Thermosetting Powder is available in various colors and sizes for standard mounting. Epoxy Thermosetting Powder offers excellent edge retention. Conductotherm 3000 is conductive for electron microscopy. Diallyl Phthalate provides good edge retention and is copper-filled for electron microscopy.

Mounting Supplies - Castable
LECOSET 100 and 7008 Kits/Acrylic offer different cure times and edge retention qualities. Long-Cure and Quick-Cure Epoxy Kits provide varying cure times and temperatures. LECOSET 7000 Kits/Polyester and Castolite Kits/Polyester offer different curing systems.

Grinding - Abrasive Discs
Silicon Carbide discs are available in various diameters and grit sizes. Aluminum Oxide and Diamond Spot Pattern discs cater to specific applications. Zirconium Oxide discs are available for adhesive backing.

Grinding - Abrasive Belts
Aluminum Oxide, Silicon Carbide, and Zirconium Oxide belts are designed for use with BG30 and BG32, available in various grit sizes.

Grinding - Abrasive Strips/Rolls
Silicon Carbide rolls and strips are available for use with DS20, with adhesive back options.

CAMEO Magnetic Disc System
CAMEO Platinum discs offer a reusable alternative to silicon carbide papers, requiring a magnetic disc for use.

Overview: The document provides specifications and part numbers for polishing and grinding consumables and accessories used in metallographic sample preparation, including polishing discs, diamond suspensions, polishing cloths, abrasives, lubricants, and sample holders.

Polishing Discs: Lists different types of Platinum polishing discs by grit size and color, available in multiple sizes with specific part numbers.

CAMEO Pre-Polish: CAMEO discs require diamond suspensions for coarse polishing. Gold and Silver Pre-Polish Discs are specified for different alloys.

Diamond Suspensions: Monocrystalline diamond suspensions are available in various micron sizes and package sizes, each with a unique part number.

Magnetic Disc System: Magnetic discs and Teflon discs are used to attach polishing discs to the grinder/polisher wheel.

Polishing Cloths: Various polishing cloths are detailed, suited for specific abrasive sizes and applications, with sizes, backing options, and part numbers.

Polishing Abrasives: Outlines diamond polishing compounds and suspensions, including monocrystalline and polycrystalline options.

Polishing Lubricants: Describes various lubricants, such as Diamond Lapping Oil and Aqua Lube, with package sizes and part numbers.

Sample Holders: Lists fixed and individual specimen holders for different PX models, with descriptions and part numbers.

Overview: Provides detailed information on consumables, supplies, and accessories for hardness testers and optical equipment, including specifications, part numbers, and ordering information.

Specifications:

Bulbs: Various bulbs with specifications such as voltage, wattage, and compatible equipment.
Hardness Test Blocks: Macro-Vickers, Microindentation, and Rockwell test blocks compliant with ASTM standards and ISO 17025 traceability.
Objective Lenses: Lenses for LM & LV Series Hardness Testers with magnifications ranging from 5X to 50X.
Rockwell Indenters: Indenters and replacement balls compliant with ASTM E-18.
Optical Stage Micrometers: Reference and traceable micrometers for high and low magnification applications.

Procedures and Recommendations:

Ordering Information: Terms include net 30 days with approved credit, prices in US dollars, and freight charges added to invoices. Returns require prior approval and may incur a restocking fee.
Usage Disclaimer: Products are intended for professional laboratory use only.

Optical Equipment:

Image Management System: IA44/PAX-it™ 2 offers image analysis and archival capabilities.
Microscopes: DSX1000 and Olympus models provide a range of imaging capabilities.

Hardness Testing Equipment:

LM and LV Series: Offer microindentation and macroindentation capabilities.
AMH55 System: Provides automated measurement and analysis.
LR/LCR Series: Rockwell-type testers with load cell technology.

Additional Information: Includes contact details for LECO Corporation for ordering and inquiries, emphasizing product availability in the USA and Canada.

Catalog excerpts

Supplies for Microstructural Analysis EMPOWERING RESULTS

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Table of Contents Categorized Listing Sectioning Introduction Sectioning Best Practices Cut-Off Blade Guide Sectioning Sectioning Blades • 4 in (100 mm) diameter with 0.5 in (12.7 mm) arbor hole Sectioning Blades • 5 in (125 mm) diameter with 0.5 in (12.7 mm) arbor hole Sectioning Blades • 6 in (150 mm) diameter with 1.0 in (25.4 mm) arbor hole Sectioning Blades • 7 in (175 mm) diameter with 1.0 in (25.4 mm) arbor hole Sectioning Blades • 8 in (200 mm) diameter with 1.0 in (25.4 mm) arbor hole Sectioning Blades • 9 in (230 mm) diameter with 1.25 in (32 mm) arbor hole Sectioning Blades • 10 in...

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Table of Contents Categorized Listing Silicon Carbide • 8 in (200 mm) diameter • Plain Back • Premium Grade Silicon Carbide • 8 in (200 mm) diameter • Adhesive Back • Premium Grade Silicon Carbide • 10 in (250 mm) diameter • Plain Back • Premium Grade Silicon Carbide • 10 in (250 mm) diameter • Adhesive Back • Premium Grade Silicon Carbide • 12 in (300 mm) diameter • Plain Back • Premium Grade Silicon Carbide • 12 in (300 mm) diameter • Adhesive Back • Premium Grade Aluminum Oxide • Plain Back Diamond Spot Pattern • 8 in (200 mm) diameter • Adhesive Back Diamond Spot Pattern • 12 in (300 mm)...

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Table of Contents Categorized Listing Colloidal Silica Polishing Slurry Cerium Oxide Suspension Chromium Oxide Slurry Aluminum Oxide Powder Aluminum Oxide Powder • Deagglomerated Aluminum Oxide Slurry • Deagglomerated Polishing Lubricants Diamond Lapping Oil • Microid Extender • Water Free Ultralap Diamond Extender • Alcohol Based • Water Free Aqua Lube • Environmentally Friendly Extender • Water Soluble Al-Blue Lube • Alcohol Based • Water Free Sample Holders for Grinding/Polishing Fixed Specimen Holders for PX300 Fixed Specimen Holders for PX400 Fixed Specimen Holders for PX500 Individual Specimen...

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Sectioning EMPOWERING RESULTS Sectioning The goal of sectioning is to cut a representative sample from a part without causing microstructural damage. In short, a clean, straight, and cool cut. To accomplish this, metallographic sectioning is done in a water-cooled abrasive cut-off machine with a material-appropriate blade. Abrasive Sectioning Blades Abrasive sectioning blades are the most commonly used blades in metallurgical laboratories. Both aluminum oxide and silicon carbide provide excellent cuts at a low cost. Abrasive Types Aluminum Oxide (Al2O3) abrasive blades are very versatile and...

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Sectioning EMPOWERING RESULTS LECO Cut-Off Blade Guide Selecting a blade size for LECO Sectioning Machines depends on the maximum size blade diameter the saw can use, combined with the diameter of the arbor hole in the center of the blade. Maximum Size Arbor Hole

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Sectioning Blades • 4 in (100 mm) diameter with 0.5 in (12.7 mm) arbor hole BOND TYPE: RS - Resin; RB - Rubber; RR - Resin Rubber Recommended Use Abrasive Thickness General Purpose Al2O3 0.010 in (0.25 mm) Sectioning Blades • 5 in (125 mm) diameter with 0.5 in (12.7 mm) arbor hole BOND TYPE: RS - Resin; RB - Rubber; RR - Resin Rubber Recommended Use Abrasive Thickness General Purpose Al2O3 0.025 in (0.61 mm) Sectioning Blades • 6 in (150 mm) diameter with 1.0 in (25.4 mm) arbor hole BOND TYPE: RS - Resin; RB - Rubber; RR - Resin Rubber Recommended Use Abrasive Thickness <35 HRC Al2O3 0.040 in...

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Sectioning Blades • 9 in (230 mm) diameter with 1.25 in (32 mm) arbor hole BOND TYPE: RS - Resin; RB - Rubber; RR - Resin Rubber Recommended Use Abrasive Thickness <35 HRC Al2O3 0.062 in (1.6 mm) 30-45 HRC Al2O3 0.062 in (1.6 mm) 40-55 HRC Al2O3 0.062 in (1.6 mm) 60+ HRC Al2O3 0.075 in (1.9 mm) Sectioning Blades • 10 in (250 mm) diameter with 1.25 in (32 mm) arbor hole BOND TYPE: RS - Resin; RB - Rubber; RR - Resin Rubber Recommended Use Abrasive Thickness <35 HRC Al2O3 0.087 in (2.2 mm) <35 HRC Al2O3 0.062 in (1.6 mm) 30-45 HRC Al2O3 0.062 in (1.6 mm) 30-45 HRC Al2O3 0.062 in (1.6 mm) 40-55...

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Sectioning Blades • 14 in (350 mm) diameter with 1.25 in (32 mm) arbor hole BOND TYPE: RS - Resin; RB - Rubber; RR - Resin Rubber Recommended Use Abrasive Thickness <35 HRC Al2O3 0.090 in (2.3 mm) <35 HRC Al2O3 0.090 in (2.3 mm) 30-45 HRC Al2O3 0.090 in (2.3 mm) 30-45 HRC Al2O3 0.098 in (2.5 mm) 30-45 HRC Al2O3 0.098 in (2.5 mm) 40-55 HRC Al2O3 0.062 in (1.6 mm) 50-65 HRC Al2O3 0.090 in (2.3 mm) 50-65 HRC Al2O3 0.090 in (2.3 mm) 50-65 HRC Al2O3 0.098 in (2.5 mm) 50-65 HRC Al2O3 0.098 in (2.5 mm) Nonferrous SiC 0.098 in (2.5 mm) Nonferrous SiC 0.098 in (2.5 mm) Sectioning Blades • 17 in (432 mm)...

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Diamond Blades Recommended for Cermets/Ceramics Size Arbor Hole 4 in (100 mm) 0.5 in (12.7 mm) 5 in (125 mm) 0.5 in (12.7 mm) 5 in (125 mm) 0.5 in (12.7 mm) 7 in (175 mm) 1.0 in (25.4 mm) 8 in (200 mm) 1.0 in (25.4 mm) 9 in (230 mm) 1.25 in (32 mm) 10 in (250 mm) 1.25 in (32 mm) 12 in (300 mm) 1.25 in (32 mm) 14 in (350 mm) 1.25 in (32 mm) Rust Inhibitors Description Tech Cool SYN, Neutral pH, Microbial Growth Control; 25:1 Ratio Tech Cool SYN, Neutral pH, Microbial Growth Control; 25:1 Ratio Tech Cool SYN, Neutral pH, Microbial Growth Control; 25:1 Ratio Description Back Vise Plate for sectioning...

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Mounting Supplies - Compression Bakelite Thermosetting Powder Standard, all purpose mounting media Color Black Black Black Black Red Red Red Red Green Green Green Mottled (Green/Brown) Pkg Size 1 lb (0.454 kg) 5 lb (2.27 kg) 20 lb (9.07 kg) 275 lb drum (125 kg) 1 lb (0.454 kg) 5 lb (2.27 kg) 50 lb (23 kg) 250 lb drum (113 kg) 1 lb (0.454 kg) 5 lb (2.27 kg) 250 lb drum (113 kg) 5 lb (2.27 kg) Epoxy Thermosetting Powder Best edge retention media for use with mounting presses Description Glass Filler Glass Filler Glass Filler Fine Grain Glass Filler Mineral Filler Color Black Black Black Green Black...

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