Buehler Automet 250/300 Series Semi-Automatic Grinder Polishers
Designed for medium to high volume environments, this advanced machine features an easy-to-use touchscreen interface. Program every step of the process to achieve unparalleled surface quality and consistency. The Automet series feature 10″ (Automet 250) or 12” (Automet 300) platens. They are ideal for samples up to 2″ [50mm] in diameter and is compatible with up to 5 burst modules for automating individual polishing steps.
Automet 250 Features
The AutoMet 250 semi-automatic grinder-polisher machine is compatible with a maximum 10in [254mm] platen and is ideal for high-volume environments. This robust machine produces highly reliable results and features a simple-to-use membrane panel for consistent control over your surface finish. Key features include:
- Intuitive membrane controls are easy to use
- Quick clean features include retractable water hose, disposable bowl liner, and Integrated 360° bowl rinse
- D-style bowl for easy platen changing
- 8″ and 10″ platen sizes choice optimizes the cost of paper and diamond when a larger unit isn’t required
Automet 250/300 Pro Features
These top-of-the-line machines add size and throughput with plates up to 12″ [305mm] making them ideal for high-volume environments and larger sample sizes. Along with its programmable touchscreen and ability to add Burst dispensing modules to automate polishing steps, this machine has unique features like depth grinding to ensure further accuracy. Key features include:
- Easy-to-use touchscreen
- Quick load sample holders
- Utilize Apex S and Magnetic platen systems to change grinding discs and polishing cloths quickly
- Rinse and Spin clean the cloth and bowl
- Compatible with medium to high-volume sample holders
- Great for samples up to 50mm in diameter
Automet 250 Benefits
- Intuitive membrane controls are easy to use
- Quick clean features including retractable water hose, disposable bowl liner, and Integrated 360° bowl rinse
- D-style bowl for easy platen changing
- 8″ and 10″ platen sizes choice optimizes the cost of paper and diamond when a larger unit isn’t required
- Great for samples up to 40mm in diameter
- Compatible with medium to high volume sample holders
Automet 250/300 Pro Benefits
- Use up to 5 Burst units to automatically and consistently dispense diamond suspension: can control from touchscreen
- Multi-step method storage for consistency and reduced setup time
- Z-axis removal for a controlled, automatic grind
- 1hp motor Automet 250Pro, 2hp motor Automet 300 for higher volume processing