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Buehler Compression Mounting Compounds

Compression mounting compounds utilize heat and pressure to encapsulate a specimen. Buehler's compounds minimize shrinkage while protecting and preserving sample edges during the preparation process.

  • Many different compounds are available to meet the wide variety of needs including colored general-purpose phenolic, hard mineral-filled compounds, clear thermoplastic compounds and conductive compounds for SEM analysis
  • EpoMet offers excellent edge retention with a high hardness making it ideal for processing very hard materials
  • The fine particle size of EpoMet F is great for intricate structures and penetration while the granular size of EpoMet G is easier and cleaner to use
  • Eliminate measuring from the mounting process with PhenoCure Pre-Molds
  • Save time and maximize cleanliness by eliminating any measuring and pouring of powder

Compression Mounting Powder & Pre-Molds Specifications

Product Color Hardness (Shore D) Edge Retention Recommended Use
PhenoCure™
 
Black
Green
Red
 
88 Good General purpose metallography
EpoMet™ F (Fine)
Black
94 Best Very hard materials with complex geometries
TransOptic™
White
80 Good When transparency of the mount is useful
KonductoMet™
Black
88 Good SEM analysis when carbon is not the object of analysis
ProbMet™
Copper
94 Better SEM analysis when copper is not the object of analysis
Diallyl Phthalate - Mineral Filled
Blue
91 Better Moderately hard material
Diallyl Phthalate - Glass Filled
Blue
91 Better Moderately hard material for etching
EpoMet™ G (Granular)
Black
94 Best Very hard material

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