TwinPrep 5x™
Grinder/Polisher
Manual
Powerful, reliable, and durable polisher for manual sample preparation
The TwinPrep 5x™ grinding/polishing machine is designed for manual sample preparation. The powerful, quiet motor drives both platens simultaneously and provides constant high-torque output throughout the speed range, in either 10-500 or 20-1,000 RPM configurations. A 7″ color LCD touchscreen with keypad entry is used to control all functions with an intuitive interface optimized for efficiency. Five (5) user-defined preset buttons allow quick and easy RPM selections in either clockwise or counterclockwise rotation.
Durable: Engineered and constructed using precision machined hard-anodized aluminum and stainless steel components to provide maximum longevity.
Easy to use: Straightforward controls and user friendly functions for quick, repeatable operation.
Either standard or magnetic 8″/203 mm or 10″/254 mm platens may be used with any plain/adhesive backed or magnetic system disc.
Features
- For multiuser or segregated preparation
- Utilizes either 8″ or 10″ (203 or 254 mm) platens
- Color LCD touchscreen to control all functions
- Two speed range options: 10–500 RPM or 20–1,000 RPM with five (5) adjustable presets
- Clockwise/counterclockwise platen rotation
- Powerful, quiet 0.6 HP (440 W) brushless DC motor that drives both platens simultaneousl
- Low profile, tabletop design
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Details
Retractable Coolant Nozzle Allows Quick & Easy Sample & Bowl Cleaning
Dual Manual Sample Preparation
Easy to Use, User-Friendly Functions