METKON FORCIPLAN 352
High-Volume Planar Grinding Station
The Metkon FORCIPLAN 352 is an advanced automatic planar grinder designed for initial planar grinding of large specimens or a high volume of specimens in specimen holders. Whether you’re in materials science, metallurgy, or research, the Forciplan 352 streamlines your sample preparation process, saving time and ensuring high-quality results.
The Metkon FORCIPLAN 352 is ideal for:
- High-volume metallographic laboratories
- Quality control departments
- Research institutions
- Production facilities
Benefits:
- Increased Efficiency: Process large batches of samples quickly and consistently, saving valuable time and resources.
- Improved Quality: Achieve high-quality flat surfaces essential for accurate metallographic analysis.
- Enhanced Workflow: Streamline your sample preparation process with automated features and user-friendly controls.
- Reduced Operator Effort: Minimize manual intervention and ensure consistent results with programmable settings.
The Metkon Forciplan 352 is the ideal solution for laboratories and industries requiring high-volume, efficient, and reliable metallographic sample preparation. Experience faster sample preparation without compromising quality.
Contact us today to learn more about the FORCIPLAN 352 and elevate your materials analysis workflow.
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FEATURES
- High-Throughput Grinding: Process multiple samples simultaneously in specimen holders (up to 10 per holder) for efficient preparation.
- Fast and Effective: Achieve flat surfaces quickly with the 350mm diameter grinding stone, saving time on subsequent polishing steps.
- Automatic Dressing System: The diamond dressing tip ensures consistent dressing depth (10 µm – 100 µm) for optimal performance.
- Precise Control: Programmable HMI touchscreen controls ensure consistent results and repeatable grinding parameters.
- Program Memory: Store up to 99 programs for different sample types and requirements.
- Wide Material Compatibility: Grind various materials, including metals, ceramics, and minerals, with ease.
- User-Friendly Design: Ergonomic operation and automated features enhance operator comfort and productivity.
- Barcode Scanner (Optional): Streamline sample tracking and management.
- Warning Beacon (Optional): Enhance safety with a 3-lights warning beacon.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Max. Sample Holder Diameter | Up to Ø220 mm |
| Grinding Modes | – Time Mode – Removal Rate Mode – Final Grinding Feature |
| Application of Force | Central Force |
| Central Force Range | 50-750 N |
| Grinding Stone Diameter | Ø350 mm / 14″ |
| Grinding Motor Power (S1) | 4 kW |
| Grinding Stone Speed | 500 – 1500 RPM |
| Grinding Stone Rotation Direction | CCW |
| Grinding Stone Cleaning & Drying | Standard |
| Head Motor Power | 350 Watt |
| Head Motor Speed | 50-200 RPM |
| Head Motor Rotation Direction | CW/CCW |
| Grinding Depth Measurement | Standard |
| Grinding Depth Range | 0 – 5 mm |
| Dressing Modes | – Dressing while Grinding – Dressing without Grinding – Dressing before Operation |
| Dressing Tip | Diamond |
| Dressing Depth | 10 µm – 100 µm |
| Dressing Period | 20 s – 600 s |
| HMI Touch Screen | 7″ Colored Touch Screen |
| Program Memory | 99 Programs |
| Barcode Scanner | Optional |
| 3-Lights Warning Beacon | Optional |
| Recirculation Cooling Unit | Optional, 80 lt |
| Coolant Level Sensor | Optional |
| Dimensions, WxDxH | 111 x 84 x 160 cm |
| Weight | 630 kgs |
| Mains | 3-phase, 400V, 50/60 Hz. AC |
ACCESSORIES
| Accessories for FORCIPLAN 352 | |
| GR 1988 | Recirculation Cooling Tank, 80 lt, for FORCIPLAN 352 |
| YM 8813 | Fine filter sheets for recirculation cooling tank (GR 0018/0019/1675/1945/1988), 10 pcs |
| GR 1559 | Coolant level sensor for recirculation cooling tank Informs operator when coolant level is insufficient. (for MA and AA models) |
| GR 1540 | Magnetic collector rod for recirculation cooling tank |
| GR 0140 | 3-lights warning beacon with audible signal (To be ordered simultaneously together with the machine order) |
| GR 0665 | Barcode Scanner for easy loading correct programs for different samples |
| YM 10781-00 | Diamond Tip for Dressing Unit, FORCIPLAN 352/VELOX 102 |
| GR 0440 | Air filtering and lubricating unit |
| Specimen Holders for FORCIPLAN 352(Central Force Application) | |
| 46 45 | Clamp type specimen holder, Ø 160 mm, 3 rectangular specimens with 40 x 70 mm. |
| 46 71 | Teardrop specimen holder, Ø160 mm, 6 specimens with 40 – 25 mm diameter |
| 46 72 | Teardrop specimen holder, Ø160 mm, 4 specimens with 52 – 25 mm diameter |
| 46 77 | Universal specimen holder for large and irregular shaped specimens, Ø160 mm with 6 clamping fixture |
| 46 78 | Universal specimen holder for large and irregular shaped specimens, Ø210 mm with 10 clamping fixtures |
| 46 73 | Teardrop specimen holder, Ø210 mm, 10 specimens with 40 – 25 mm diameter |
| 46 74 | Teardrop specimen holder, Ø210 mm, 8 specimens with 50 – 25 mm diameter |
| 46 39 | Clamp type specimen holder, Ø220 mm, 3 specimens for irregular shaped samples (Including loading plate) |
| Accessories for Specimen Loading | |
| 45 60 | LEVOMAT Specimen Loading Fixture, to level the specimens within the central force specimen holders, without specimen loading plate. |
| Specimen Loading Plates | |
| 45 50 | Specimen Loading Plate Ø160 mm |
| 45 40 | Specimen Loading Plate Ø210 mm |
| GR 2221 | Recommended Set of Spare Parts, FORCIPLAN 352 |
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| FORCIPLAN 352 Catalogue |  Free Download PDF >> |
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