Metallographic analysis is the study of the microstructure of materials using optical or electron microscopy. It plays a crucial role in understanding the physical and mechanical properties of metals and alloys – from grain size, phase distribution, and inclusion content to heat treatment effects and failure mechanisms.
This type of analysis is indispensable in industries such as aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, materials research, and quality control, as well as in academia, where it is a fundamental component of materials science education. For students, it provides a solid understanding of the relationship between processing, structure, and properties.
To ensure accurate and reproducible results, proper sample preparation is essential. This involves a series of meticulous steps to produce a flat, scratch-free, mirror-like surface suitable for microscopic examination.
We are glad to offer a complete solution for metallographic sample preparation, specially designed for teaching laboratories and research groups with limited space and budget.
Our lab setup supports all essential steps of metallographic sample preparation:
- Weighing: Accurate digital balances for material quantification.
- Melting: Compact melting furnaces for small-batch alloy production.
- Cutting: Low-deformation precision cutters.
- Mounting: Hot mounting presses with minimal footprint.
- Polishing: Space-saving polishing machines with durable performance.
- Microscope : Examine microstructure, detect defects, and assess material phases.
Features:
Small Size – All equipment fits on a single table
Low Cost – Ideal for tight budgets
Reliable Quality – Durable and easy-to-use tools
Educational Focus – Perfect for teaching labs and small-scale research
Ideal for:
Colleges & universities with teaching needs
Research groups with limited metallography volume
Institutions building a basic lab from scratch
Bal-CX220-LD Professional Grade Digital Balance
Weighing Capacity: 220g
Readability: 0.1mg (0.0001g)
Large glass windshield
Adjustable leveling feet and built-in spirit level
Metal Housing eliminates the effects of thunderstorms or electromagnetic interference
Statistical calculation function display and output statistical calculation data
Product link:
Professional Grade (0.1mg Readability) Digital Balance with Wind Scree – MTI Online Store
SP-MSM130 Mini Arc Melting Furnace
Water-cooled copper hearth with 4 cavities, φ23x D7 mm
Melting capacity 32g (4 x 8 g)
Max. melting temperature 2500ºC
Electrode Gun: Ø4 mm tungsten electrode
Max. continuous melting time: 30 s.
Quartz chamber : 180 mm OD x168 mm ID x 150 mm Height
Glovebox Compatible
Product link:
Mini Arc Melting Furnace (185A, or 160A) – Vacuum Casting – Glovebox C – MTI Online Store
SYJ-150 Digital Low Speed Diamond Saw
Speed Range: Variable 0-600 rpm with LED digital display
Cutting Width: 1mm ~ 24mm by adjusting the LCD digital micrometer, with an accuracy of ± 0.003 mm
Cutting Depth: ≤ 32.5 mm
Three blades for cutting various materials: SiC blade, Al2O3 blade, Full sintered diamond blade
One plastic protection cover included
Product link:
Digital Low Speed Diamond Saw with 4″ Cutting Blades & Complete Access – MTI Online Store
MP300 Hot Mounting Press for Metallographic Samples
Temperature Range: 50 – 180°C
Time Control Range: 1 – 900 second
Pressure : up to 100 kg
Compression Mold: Standard: Ø20 mm, effective sample height < 40 mm (Optional Mold : Ø25 mm, Ø 30 mm, and Ø 45 mm)
Product link:
Hot Mounting Press for Metallographic Samples – MP300 – MTI Online Store
UNIPOL-300 Mini Automatic Grinder/ Polisher
Max. Sample Weight: 200 g
Max. Sample Size: 25 mm Diameter x 20 mm Height
Variable moving speed for the sample holder on top
Adjustable pressure: 0 – 5 N
Automatic timer setting: 0 – 99 hours
Two sample holders: One for flat samples, one for inserting bulk samples
Sample holder simulate human hand to grind and polish sample via random movement
One rubber polishing Collar with one glass lapping plates is included
Three Poromeric Polishing Pad included
Product link:
Mini (3″) Automatic Grinder/ Polisher with Complete Accessories – Unip – MTI Online Store
MM500T Advanced Digital Microscope
Quintuple Nosepiece
7 Infinity-Corrected Objectives : 5X/0.12, 10X/0.25, 20X/0.4, 50X/0.75, 100X/0.9, 40X/0.65, 100X/1.25
Built-in : Polarizer & analyzer, dark field-viewing device, and both reflected (EPI) & transmitted illuminations
Digital Images & Video Display On PC Screen
5.0 M Pixel Resolution Color Images
Product link:
Advanced Metallurgical Microscope with Polarizing Darkfield & Dual Lig – MTI Online Store
In addition to the standard equipment, we offer alternative models for each step to meet different operational preferences and workloads. You’ll also find a range of accessories, including cutting blades, cutting wires, mounting powder, polishing collar and plate— allowing you to tailor your setup to specific research, educational, or industry requirements.
Contact us at contact@accessr-energy.eu
