Buehler Metallographic Mounting Press — Hot Or Cold Mounting Systems
Proper sample mounting is the foundation of accurate metallographic analysis. Without a consistent uniform mount edge retention suffers, samples shift during grinding, and polishing results become unreliable. Buehler’s mounting systems — the SimpliMet 4000 hot mounting press and the SimpliVac cold mounting vacuum system — are designed to solve exactly these problems.Â
Features
SimpliMet 4000 — Compression Hot Mounting Press
The SimpliMet 4000 is Buehler’s fastest compression hot mounting press — designed for 24/7 operation in high-volume metallographic labs. It applies controlled heat and pressure to cure thermoplastic or thermoset resins around the sample, producing consistent, high-quality mounts every cycle.
Key Features
- Fast cycle times: Shortest cycle times in its class — designed for maximum throughput without sacrificing mount quality
- Duplex function: Two-position mounting allows simultaneous heating and cooling, further reducing cycle time
- Programmable methods: Store and recall mounting parameters for different resins and sample types — reduces setup time and operator error
- User-focused design: Clear touchscreen interface with intuitive controls. Minimal training required.
- Mounting clips compatible: Works with standard mounting clips for edge retention and small specimen support
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SimpliVac — Advanced Cold Mounting Vacuum System
The SimpliVac is Buehler’s vacuum-assisted cold mounting system. It draws air out of the mounting chamber before introducing liquid resin, allowing the epoxy to fully penetrate porous or complex sample structures. This makes it the preferred cold mounting system for porous metals, ceramics, welds, and samples where edge retention under a thin coating is critical.
Cold Mounting Resin Options
The SimpliVac is compatible with a range of Buehler cold mounting resins, each suited to different applications
- Epoxies featuring:
- low shrinkage for delicate samples
- low viscosity for pore penetration
- room temp or oven curing for best flexibility
- Great hardness values for best polishing of all materials
- Superior clarity and transparency
- Acrylics featuring:
- Fast cure saving time
- Excellent edge retention for polishing coatings
- Low shrinkage for delicate samples
- low viscosity for pour penetration
- Great hardness values for best polishing of all materials
- Superior clarity and transparency
Compares favorably to ultra epoxy , uv curing resin, ultraviolet resin , uv curable resin, & glass epoxy.
Benefits
SimpliMet 4000 Benefits
- Improved efficiency: Rapid cycle times and duplex heating/cooling enable high throughput — ideal for production QC labs
- Consistent results: Programmable pressure chamber settings eliminate variability between operators and shifts
- Versatile: Accepts a wide range of mount diameters and resin types — phenolic, diallyl phthalate, epoxy
- Space efficient: Compact footprint fits easily into existing lab layouts
SimpliVac Benefits
- Programmable vacuum: Set and store vacuum level and cycle time for different sample types and resins
- Adjustable time setting: Offers users control over cycle duration
- Multiple mounts simultaneously: Large bowl accommodates multiple mounts per cycle — increases throughput for cold mounting workflows
- Pulls air from porous samples before resin introduction — ensures complete penetration into voids, cracks, and open structures
- Epoxy dispenser integration & disposable pouring tubes: Â allows pouring under vacuum and helps keep system clean for easy maintenance
- Compact and clean: Self-contained design minimizes mess and makes cleanup straightforward
Which Mounting System Is Right for Your Lab?
Unsure which system fits your workflow? Our team can advise on the right mounting press, resin type, and consumables for your specific application.
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JH Technologies is an authorized Buehler dealer supplying both hot and cold mounting equipment across the United States. Whether you need a high-speed compression mounting press for production throughput or a vacuum epoxy system for porous or delicate samples, we have the right solution.
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