QEMSCAN® PREP is a comprehensive solution for production of high quality samples for QEMSCAN® analysis.

QEMSCAN® PREP is a comprehensive solution for the production of high quality samples for QEMSCAN® analysis.

Addressing the end-to-end process of manufacturing 30mm diameter sample blocks and other specimens, from sub-sampling to carbon coating, QEMSCAN® PREP provides high productivity and low unit cost of manufacture.

The QEMSCAN® PREP process offers fast cycle times with high reproducibility, reliability and repeatability.

Scalable solutions for all stages of production include:

• Precision cut-off saws for preparation of hand samples and other specimens
• Precise weighing of samples with advanced electronic balances
• Accurate and easy-to-use microriffler for representative aliquots of disaggregated material
• Precise, automated grinding and polishing of sample blocks
• Water-free operation to preserve soluble minerals
• Optical microscopy to ensure the quality of samples produced
• Consistent carbon coating of sample blocks ready for QEMSCAN ® analysis
• Consumables for all stages of manufacture including epoxy, graphite, water-free polishing lubricants, moulds

For more information on QEMSCAN® PREP, click here to open a PDF datasheet.

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