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Country: USA
They make some nice machines. I regret not buying one that was on eBay
Parallel polishing
70-1218 might also be suitable
MultiPrep system
AFAIK this is the only line they make suitable for parallel polishing
Machines:
- 15-2000 MultiPrep System
- 10-1000 TechPrep machine
- MultiPrep head
Fixtures
- 15-1020: Parallel Polishing Fixture, Stainless Steel, 2.25“ Diameter
- 15-1020-80: Parallel Polishing Fixture, Stainless Steel, 3” Diameter
- 15-1020-100: Parallel Polishing Fixture, Stainless Steel, 4“ Diameter
Lapping machines
| Image | Model | Description | Platen | Platen diameter | Power | Size class | Polish method | Notes |
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 Source | 5-2000 | MetPrep 3 | 1 | 8” | 115VV | Benchtop | Simple platen | “METPREP 3 8” GRINDER/POLISHER, 115 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase. Includes: #5-2005 Platen, 8“ Aluminum, Splash Ring and Platen Cover” |
  Source | 5-2200 | M-Prep 5 | 1 | 8“ | 100-240V | Benchtop | Simple platen | “M-PREP 5 8” GRINDER/POLISHER 100-240 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase. Includes: Splash Ring and Platen Cover. Platens Sold Separately.” |
  [ebay 251663218367] | 5-2600 | MetPrep 3 | 1 | 8“ | 100-240V | Benchtop | Simple platen Arm option | From AHT: “METPREP 3 GRINDER/POLISHER, 8” w/ PH-3 POWER HEAD, 100-240 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase. Includes: Splash Ring and Platen Cover” “LABORATORY GRINDER POLISHER AP3 POWER HEAD”. In negotiation to try to purchase this unit 5-2700: glove-box option |
 Source | 5-2700 | METPREP 3 | 1 | 8“ | 100-240V | Benchtop | Simple platen Arm option | From AHT: “METPREP 3 GRINDER/POLISHER, 8” w/ PH-3 POWER HEAD, 100-240 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase. Includes: Splash Ring and Platen Cover” “LABORATORY GRINDER POLISHER AP3 POWER HEAD”. In negotiation to try to purchase this unit 5-2700: glove-box option |
  Source | 5-6200 | MetPrep 4 | 1 | 10, 12“ | 100-240V | Benchtop | Simple platen | “M-PREP 6 10/12” GRINDER/POLISHER 100-240 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase. Includes: Splash Ring and Platen Cover. Platens Sold Separately.” |
 Source | 5-6510 5-6510-230 | MetPrep 4 | 1 | 10“ | 115V | Simple platen Arm option | “METPREP 4 GRINDER/POLISHER, 10” w/ PH-4 POWER HEAD, 115 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase. Includes: #5-6010 Platen, 10” Aluminum, Splash Ring and Platen Cover“ -230: 200 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase |
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| Source | 5-6610 5-6610-230 | MetPrep 4 | 1 | 10” | 115V | Simple platen Arm option | “METPREP 4 GRINDER/POLISHER 10” w/PH-6 POWER HEAD, 115 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase. Includes: #5-6010 Platen, 10“ Aluminum, Splash Ring and Platen Cover” -230: 200 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase |
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| Source | 5-6512 5-6512-230 | MetPrep 4 | 1 | 12“ | 115V | Simple platen Arm option | “METPREP 4 GRINDER/POLISHER, 12” w/PH-4 POWER HEAD, 115 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase. Includes #5-6005 Platen, 12” Aluminum, Splash Ring and Platen Cover“ -230: 200 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase |
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| Source | 5-6612 5-6612-230 | MetPrep 4 | 1 | 12” | 115V | Simple platen Arm option | “METPREP 4 GRINDER/POLISHER, 12” w/PH-6 POWER HEAD, 115 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase. Includes #5-6005 Platen, 12“ Aluminum, Splash Ring and Platen Cover” -230: 200 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase |
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 Source | 5-7600 | TwinPrep 5 | 2 | 8, 10“ | 115/230V | Simple platen | “TWINPREP 5 8”/10” GRINDER/POLISHER 115/230 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase Includes: Splash Ring and Platen Cover. Platens Sold Separately.“ |
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 Source | 5-9508 5-9508-230 | DualPrep 3 | 2 | 8” | 115, 230V | Simple platen Arm option | “DUALPREP 3 GRINDER/POLISHER, 8” w/PH-3 POWER HEAD, 115 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase. Includes: (2) #5-2005 Platen, 8“ Aluminum, Splash Rings and Platen Covers” -230: 230V version |
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| Source | 5-9510 5-9510-230 | DualPrep 3 | 2 | 10“ | 115, 230V | Simple platen Arm option | “DUALPREP 3 GRINDER/POLISHER, 10” w/PH-4 POWER HEAD, 115 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase. Includes: (2) #5-6010 Platen, 10” Aluminum, Splash Rings and Platen Covers“ -230: 230V version |
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| Source | 5-9610 5-9610-230 | DualPrep 3 | 2 | 10” | 115, 230V | Simple platen Arm option | “DUALPREP 3 GRINDER/POLISHER, 10” w/PH-6 POWER HEAD, 115 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase. Includes: (2) #5-6010 Platen, 10“ Aluminum, Splash Rings and Platen Covers” -230: 230V version |
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  [eBay outback6 291067759225] | 10-1000 | TechPrep | 1 | Benchtop | Simple platen Arm option | NOTE: arm is optional. Most units on surplus market do not have it “WAFER POLISHER” |
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 Source | 15-2000-12 15-2000-12-230 | 1 | 12“ | 115, 230V | Simple platen Arm option | “MULTIPREP 12” POLISHING SYSTEM, 115 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase. Includes: #10-1010 Platen, 12” Aluminum, #15-1030 Dial Indicator Calibration Kit, #15-1020 Parallel Polishing Fixture, Accessory Case (fixtures sold separately)“ -230: 230V |
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 Source | 15-2000-GI 15-2000-GI-230 | 1 | 8” | 115, 230V | Simple platen Arm option | “MULTIPREP 8” POLISHING SYSTEM with Gear-Driven Spindle, 115 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase. Includes: #10-1005 Platen, 8“ Aluminum, #15-1030 Dial Indicator Calibration Kit, #15-1020 Parallel Polishing Fixture, #50-30076 Diamond Lapping Film Assortment Pack, 8” Disc, (2) #50-05518 Rubber Squeegees, #90-150-350 Red Final C Polishing Cloth, 8“ (Pk/5), #180-25015 Colloidal Silica Suspension, 0.04 Micron, Non-Stick/Rinsable, 16 oz. (480 mL), Accessory Case (fixtures sold separately)” -230: 230V One in MRI at RPI |
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  Above: [eBay 320891999144]  Above: [eBay 160956846235] | 30-2100 | M-Prep | 1 | 115V 200W | Simple platen Arm option | 600 RPM max. Whats the big lump? does it support an arm? | ||
 [eBay buyhitek 271135641774] | 30-9000 | Dual Prep 2 | 2 | 115V | Benchtop | Simple platen Arm option | ||
 Source | 40-5000 40-5000-230 | 1 | 8“ | 115, 230V | Simple platen Arm option | “OPTIPREP POLISHING SYSTEM, 115 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase. Includes: #10-1005 Platen, 8” Aluminum, #15-1030 Dial Indicator Calibration Kit, #50-30076 Diamond Lapping Film Assortment Pack, 8” Disc, #50-05518 Rubber Squeegee, #90-150-350 Red Final C Polishing Cloth, 8“ (Pk/5), #180-20015 Colloidal Silica Suspension, 0.05 Micron, 16 oz. and Accessory Case (fixtures sold separately)” 40-5000-230: 230V version |
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 Above: [eBay 130819201290]  Above: [eBay 310744003247] | 70-1202 | 1 | Benchtop | Simple platen | “Single Platen Calibrated Polishing Machine” | |||
| 70-1206 | Dual platen calibrated polishing machine | 2 | Benchtop | |||||
  [eBay 251218526825] | 70-1218 | 1 | Benchtop | Simple platen Arm option |
Lapping accessories
| Image | Model | Description | For polisher | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-2005 | Platen | MetPrep 3 DualPrep 3 MetPrep 3 M-Prep 5 | Aluminum Platen, 8“ (203 mm) | |
| 5-2005M | Platen | MetPrep 3 DualPrep 3 MetPrep 3 M-Prep 5 | Magnetic Platen, 8” (203 mm) | |
| 5-3301 | Sample holder | MetPrep 3 MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, Blank with Heating Stage, 140 mm | |
| 5-3330 | Sample holder | MetPrep 3 MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (6) 25 mm - 1¼“ Samples, Teardrop Central Force | |
| 5-3340 | Sample holder | MetPrep 3 MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (5) 25 mm - 40 mm Samples, Teardrop Central Force | |
| 5-3345 | Sample holder | MetPrep 3 MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (3) 25 mm - 40 mm Samples, Teardrop Central Force | |
| 5-3361 | Sample holder | MetPrep 3 MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (6) 25 mm - 1¼” Samples, Dual-Cavity Central Force | |
| 5-3380 | Fixture | MetPrep 3 MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Loading Fixture for 5-33XX Series Holders | |
| 5-3401 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, Blank with Heating Stage, 160 mm | |
| 5-3435 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (6) 25 mm - 1½“ Samples, Teardrop Central Force | |
| 5-3440 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (3) 25 mm - 2” Samples, Teardrop Central Force | |
| 5-3445 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (9) 25 mm - 1¼“ Samples, Teardrop Central Force | |
| 5-3460 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (8) 25 mm - 1¼” Samples, Dual-Cavity Central Force | |
| 5-3461 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (6) 30 mm - 40 mm Samples, Dual Cavity Central Force | |
| 5-3465 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (3) Position Clamp Style 1¼“ x 2” (32 x 50 mm) Pocket for Central Force | |
| 5-3490 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (5) 1.2“ x 2.1” (30 x 53 mm) Rectangles Central Force | |
| 5-3491 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (3) 1.6“ x 2.7” (40 x 68 mm) Rectangles Central Force | |
| 5-3494 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (3) 2“ x 2” (51 x 51 mm) Squares Central Force | |
| 5-3480 | Fixture | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Loading Fixture for 5-34XX Series Holders | |
| 5-3601 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 | Sample Holder, Blank with Heating Stage, 200 mm | |
| 5-3605 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 | Sample Holder, (12) 25 mm - 1¼“ Samples, Dual-Cavity Central Force | |
| 5-3635 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 | Sample Holder, (6) 25 mm - 2” Samples, Teardrop Central Force | |
| 5-3650 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 | Sample Holder, (3) 2.1“ x 3.7” (53 mm x 94 mm) Rectangles Central Force | |
| 5-3661 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 | Sample Holder, (8) 30 mm - 40 mm Samples, Dual-Cavity Central Force | |
| 5-3662 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 | Sample Holder, (6) 1½“ - 2” Samples, Dual-Cavity Central Force | |
| 5-3680 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 | Sample Loading Fixture for 5-36XX Series Holders | |
| 5-3735 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (4) 1“ (25 mm) Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3740 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (4) 30 mm Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3745 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (4) 1¼” (32 mm) Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3750 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (4) 1½“ (38 mm) Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3755 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (4) 40 mm Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3760 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (4) 50 mm Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3765 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (4) 2” (51 mm) Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3835 | Sample holder | MetPrep 3 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (3) 1“ (25 mm) Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3840 | Sample holder | MetPrep 3 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (3) 30 mm Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3845 | Sample holder | MetPrep 3 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (3) 1¼” (32 mm) Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3850 | Sample holder | MetPrep 3 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (3) 1½“ (38 mm) Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3855 | Sample holder | MetPrep 3 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (3) 40 mm Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3860 | Sample holder | MetPrep 3 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (3) 50 mm Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3865 | Sample holder | MetPrep 3 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (3) 2” Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3935 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (6) 1“ (25 mm) Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3940 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (6) 30 mm Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3945 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (6) 1¼” (32 mm) Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3950 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (6) 1½“ (38 mm) Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3955 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (6) 40 mm Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3960 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (6) 50 mm Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-3965 | Sample holder | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | Sample Holder, (6) 2” (51 mm) Mounts, Individual Force | |
| 5-6005 | Platen | MetPrep 4 M-Prep 6 | Aluminum Platen, 12“ (300 mm) | |
| 5-6005M | Platen | MetPrep 4 M-Prep 6 | Magnetic Platen, 12” (300 mm) | |
| 5-6010 | Platen | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 M-Prep 6 | Aluminum Platen, 10“ (250 mm) | |
| 5-6010M | Platen | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 5-6010M | Magnetic Platen, 10” (250 mm) | |
 Source | 5-7100 | Dispenser | Generic MetPrep 3 MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 MultiPrep | AD-5 FLUID DISPENSER, 100-240 V 50/60 Hz 1 Phase Includes: (5) 500 mL HDPE Dispensing Bottles |
| 5-8100 | Cabinet | Generic | Platen Storage Cabinet for Platens, Discs or Cloths up to 12“ Diameter | |
| 5-8105 | Aluminum Tray/Shelf | Generic | ||
| 10-1005 | Platen, 8” | MultiPrep 8“ | Precision Aluminum Platen, 8” (203 mm) | |
| 10-1005M | Platen, 8“ | MultiPrep 8” | Precision Magnetic Platen, 8“ (203 mm) | |
| 10-1010 | Platen, 12” | MultiPrep 12“ | Precision Aluminum Platen, 12” (300 mm) | |
| 10-1010M | Platen, 12“ | MultiPrep 12” | Precision Magnetic Aluminum Platen, 12“ (300 mm), | |
| 15-1005 | Cam-Lock Adapter | MultiPrep 8” MultiPrep 12“ | For #15-1010, #15-1010-RE, #15-1013 | |
| 15-1010 | Paddle | MultiPrep 8” MultiPrep 12“ | Cross-Sectioning Paddle with Removable 3.1 mm SEM | |
| 15-1010-RE | Paddle | MultiPrep 8” MultiPrep 12“ | Cross-Sectioning Paddle with Reference Edge for #15-1005, #69-50000, #69-41000, #69-41005 |
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| 15-1013 | Paddle | MultiPrep 8” MultiPrep 12“ | TEM Wedge/FIB Thinning Paddle with 5.3 mm W x 3.5 mm D Pyrex® Insert | |
| 15-1014 | Fixture | MultiPrep 8” MultiPrep 12“ | TEM Wedge/FIB Fixture Body and Pk/4 #69-40015 Pyrex® Inserts | |
| 15-1018 | Fixture | MultiPrep 8” MultiPrep 12“ | SIMS/TEM Thinning Fixture with 0.5” Dia. x ~ 0.4” H Pyrex® insert | |
| 15-1020 | Fixture | MultiPrep 8” MultiPrep 12“ | Parallel Polishing Fixture, Stainless Steel, 2.25” Diameter | |
| 15-1020-80 | Fixture | MultiPrep 8“ MultiPrep 12” | Parallel Polishing Fixture, Stainless Steel, 3“ Diameter | |
| 15-1020-100 | Fixture | MultiPrep 8” MultiPrep 12“ | Parallel Polishing Fixture, Stainless Steel, 4” Diameter | |
| 15-1025 | Fixture | MultiPrep 8“ MultiPrep 12” | Teardrop Fixture 40 mm Mount Capacity | |
| 15-1035 | Fixture | MultiPrep 8“ MultiPrep 12” | Weight Kit including: (1) 200 and (1) 100 gram Barrel Weights, (1) 200, (1) 100, and (1) 50 Gram Slotted Weights and (1) Holding Rod |
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| 15-1045 | Fixture | MultiPrep 8“ MultiPrep 12” | Multipurpose Fixture, 2.00“ W x 1.00” H x 0.75“ D Pocket | |
| 15-1046 | Fixture | MultiPrep 8” MultiPrep 12“ | Multipurpose Fixture, 45° Diagonal Orientation, 2.00” W x 1.00“ H x 0.80” D Pocket | |
| 15-1047 | Fixture | MultiPrep 8“ MultiPrep 12” | Multipurpose Fixture, 1.00“ W x 0.40” H x 0.45“ D Pocket | |
| 15-1048 | Fixture | MultiPrep 8” MultiPrep 12“ | Multipurpose Fixture, 45° Diagonal Orientation, 1.0” W x 0.4“ H x 0.5” D Pocket | |
| 15-1050 | Cross-Sectioning Paddle | MultiPrep 8“ MultiPrep 12” | Clamp Style with 0.63“ W x 0.10” H x 0.25“ D Pocket | |
| 15-1051 | Cross-Sectioning Paddle | MultiPrep 8” MultiPrep 12“ | Clamp Style, Diagonal Orientation | |
| 69-10030 | Plate | MetPrep 3 | Glass Support Plate, Plain, 8” | |
| 90-208300 | Magnetic Base | MetPrep 3 DualPrep 3 | 8“ (203 mm), with Adhesive Backing | |
| 90-208302 | Magnetic Base | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 | 10” (250 mm), with Adhesive Backing | |
| 90-208305 | Magnetic Base | MetPrep 4 | , 12“ (300 mm), with Adhesive Backing | |
| 120-30015 | Indicator | MultiPrep 8” MultiPrep 12“ | Digital Indicator Measurement System, with Granite Stand | |
| 125-10011 | Paper Holding Band | MetPrep 3 DualPrep 3 MetPrep 3 M-Prep 5 | 8” Platen | |
| 125-10012 | Paper Holding Band | MetPrep 4 DualPrep 3 M-Prep 6 | 10“ Platen | |
| 125-10013 | Paper Holding Band | MetPrep 4 M-Prep 6 | 12” Platen | |
| PH-3 | Arm | DualPrep 3 MetPrep 3 MetPrep 3 hot | 0-150 RPM (10 RPM increments) 1/4 HP (190 W) motor |
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| PH-4 | Arm | DualPrep 3 | ||
| PH-6 | Arm | DualPrep 3 |