QATM - Automatic Grinding & Polisher

The vibratory polishing device Saphir Vibro is designed for the preparation of specimen surfaces practically without deformation. This preparation method is especially suited for further characterizations like EBSD (electron backscatter diffraction), nano indentation using AFM (atomic force microscopy) or micro hardness testing.

Due to the very gentle removal of material it is applicable especially for soft and ductile materials, like titanium-aluminum, pure copper and copper alloys, aluminum alloys, soft steel, and nickel-based alloys.

Having a diameter of Ø=308mm, the large bowl provides sufficient space for polishing of a complete sample holder, large specimens or for the simultaneous polishing of up to 21 mounted specimens. The bowl is equipped with a double magnetic system. It allows to fix, remove and clean both the bowl or polishing cloth very quickly, without any tools or other fixings. Polishing cloths suited for magnetic system with a diameter of 300mm or 305mm (12”) can be used.

Key features

• Rapid changeable polishing bowl with magnetic system
• Surface-Guard: reduces crystallization and corrosion of the specimen surface
• Automatic frequency control from 60-120 Hz, e.g. for mass variation
• Intuitive user interface and touch screen
• Pre-installed preparation methods and consumable list
• Low-noise operation, almost indefinite polishing time without supervision
• Exhaust connection plug (exhaust connection for enhanced user-friendliness and safety)
• Up to 200 custom preparation methods can be saved

The SAPHIR 250 A1-ECO is a single-wheel grinding and polishing machine for working wheels Ø 200/250 mm which is conveniently operated by a 4.3 "touch screen.

The new holder for the working wheel (single-disc design) enables operation without carrier disc without compromising  performance. The control software allows to edit and save up to 200 preparation methods, protected by a user account management.

Pressure, speed and direction of rotation (head and working disc) are adjustable. A spin cycle function (Cleaning Boost) helps to spin dry the grinding and polishing medium at 750 rpm at the end of the preparation process within 3 seconds.

The robust machine can be combined with the dosing system TOPAS ECO and offers maximum flexibilityfor sample preparation and operating convenience.

Key features

• Single wheel grinder/polisher
• Spin cycle function (Cleaning Boost)
• 4.3" Touch-Screen with intuitive QATM user software
• 200 customized programs storable
• Easy cleaning/rinsing of bowl by lifting the working wheel (single-disc design)
• Variable speed of working wheel and polishing head
• Working wheel and polishing head: clockwise / counter-clockwise rotation
• Impact-proof plastic bowl
• Aluminium case, powder-coated
• Economic LED illumination

The SAPHIR 250 A2-ECO is a double wheel grinding and polishing machine for working wheels Ø 200/250 mm which is conveniently operated by a 4.3 "touch screen.

The new holder for the working wheel (single-disc design) enables operation without carrier disc without compromising  performance. The control software allows to edit and save up to 200 preparation methods, protected by a user account management.

Pressure, speed and direction of rotation (head and working disc) are adjustable. A spin cycle function (Cleaning Boost) helps to spin dry the grinding and polishing medium at 750 rpm at the end of the preparation process within 3 seconds.

The robust machine can be combined with the dosing system TOPAS ECO and offers maximum flexibilityfor sample preparation and operating convenience.

Key features

• Double wheel grinder/polisher
• Spin cycle function (Cleaning Boost)
• 4.3" Touch-Screen with intuitive QATM user software
• 200 customized programs storable
• Easy cleaning/rinsing of bowl by lifting the working wheel (single-disc design)
• Variable speed of working wheel and polishing head
• Working wheel and polishing head: clockwise / counter-clockwise rotation
• Impact-proof plastic bowl
• Aluminium case, powder-coated
• Economic LED illumination

The SAPHIR 550 with RUBIN 520 is a single wheel grinder and polisher of recent generation with an innovative grinding and polishing head for working wheels Ø 250-300 mm.

The head RUBIN 520 is equipped with an automatic protective hood and sets a new standard for operational safety. Single and central pressure, memory function, integrated dosing system, material removed measurement are only a few of the possibilities.

Motor-driven height setting with pneumatic clamping and all characteristics of the basic unit Saphir 350 meet the highest demands. The removal height can be pre-determined with 0.01 mm accuracy. The material removed measurement takes place automatically. After reaching the preset value, the machine switches off.

Key features

• Single wheel grinder/polisher with Rubin 520
• Single and central pressure
• Variable speed of working wheel and polishing head
• Electronic control with touch screen
• Programmable memory
• Polishing head with clockwise/counter-clockwise rotation
• Memory function for side and height adjustment
• Automatic front cover for safety

The SAPHIR 560 with RUBIN 520 is a twin wheel grinder and polisher of recent generation with an innovative grinding and polishing head for working wheels Ø 200-300 mm.

The head RUBIN 520 is equipped with an automatic protective hood and sets a new standard for operational safety. Single and central pressure, memory function, integrated dosing system, material removed measurement are only a few of the possibilities.

Motor-driven height setting with pneumatic clamping and all characteristics of the basic unit Saphir 360 meet the highest demands. The removal height can be pre-determined with 0.01 mm accuracy. The material removed measurement takes place automatically. After reaching the preset value, the machine switches off.

Key features

• Double wheel grinder/polisher with Rubin 520
• Single and central pressure
• Variable speed of working wheel and polishing head
• Electronic control with touch screen
• Programmable memory
• Polishing head with clockwise/counter-clockwise rotation
• Memory function for side and height adjustment

High sample throughput with maximum reliability: The Qpol XL is a robust and powerful powerhouse with unique removal performance and excellent preparation results. With maximum stability of body and polishing head, this unit is part of a series of QATM floor standing polishing machines. The integrated load cell and the innovative motorized force control allow defined material removal and highest process reliability. The storage of up to 200 preparation methods is possible in the intuitive software as well as professional user management.

Key features

• Working discs Ø 300/350 mm
• Powerful engines: Drive spindle 2.2 kW - Polishing head 1.1 kW
• Force control with electronic measuring system (50 - 750 N)
• Modular dosing system with up to 6 vessels and optional magnetic stirrer
• Motorized swivelling dosing arm for uniform wetting of the working disc
• Spin cycle function of the working disc (Cleaning Boost)
• Highest safety through automated safety hood
• Fast, easy and tool-free work disc change