Consumables for perfect metallographic sample preparation

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Etching / Analyzing Consumables
Electrolytes
Accessories for Qetch 100 M (Kristall 650)
Etchants
Accessories for Etching
Lab accessories and equipment
ULTRASONIC CLEANING DEVICES
Analyzing Consumables
Accessories for microscopy
Storage of samples
Literature

Electrolytes

(consisting of two
components; total volume 1 litre), Description

Electrolyte for stainless steel, aluminum, aluminum alloys and special materials
• for electrolytic etching/polishing

92002680

K1 - Part A, equals 1 litre in combination with Part B

1 pc

92002980

K1 - Part B (perchloric acid), equals 1 litre in combination with Part A

1 pc

Electrolyte for titanium

92003011

T1 - Part A, equals 1 litre in combination with Part B

1 pc

92003012

T1 - Part B (perchloric acid), equals 1 litre in combination with Part A

1 pc

Electrolyte for grey iron

92003014

F1 - Part A, equals 1 litre in combination with Part B

1 pc

92003015

F1 - Part B (perchloric acid), equals 1 litre in combination with Part A

1 pc

• Shipping of hazardous materials will be charged extra
• Download of Safety Data Sheets at www.qatm.com

Accessories for Qetch 100 M (Kristall 650)

Electrolyte-bottle with screw top

95003955

Volume 1 litre

1 pc

Accessories set for Qetch 100 M (Kristall 650) in suitcase

Z6201001

Suitcase (single-order No.):
• 5 pcs V-ring (Order No.: 95003606)
• 1 pc profile ring material, appr. 150 mm (Order No.: 06201052)
• 1 pc flexible end piece for profile ring (Order No.: 06201051)
• 1 pc tube cutter (Order No.: 95004030)
• 10 pcs filter pads Ø 40.5 mm (Order No.: 95003985)
• 1 pc dolphin clamp (Order No.: 82000374)	1 pc

Etchants

95014346

VisiPro-I Etchant for visualizing the former austenitic grain boundaries (for quenched or tempered low-alloy quenched and tempered steels and case-hardened steels)

500 ml

95014347

VisiPro-I Etchant for visualizing the former austenitic grain boundaries (for quenched or tempered low-alloy quenched and tempered steels and case-hardened steels)

1 l

95017581

VisiPro-I Fast etchant for visualization of former austenite grain boundaries on quenched and tempered unalloyed and low alloy steels through bearing steels (e.g. 102Cr6). Etching time: approximately 2 to 6 minutes, depending on the material.

500 ml

95017582

VisiPro-I Fast etchant for visualization of former austenite grain boundaries on quenched and tempered unalloyed and low alloy steels through bearing steels (e.g. 102Cr6). Etching time: approximately 2 to 6 minutes, depending on the material.

1 l

95014348

VisiPro-II Etchant for visualizing the former austenitic grain boundaries (for quenched or tempered low-alloy quenched, tempered case hardening steels and anti-friction bearing steels)

500 ml

95014349

VisiPro-II Etchant for visualizing the former austenitic grain boundaries (for quenched or tempered low-alloy quenched, tempered case hardening steels and anti-friction bearing steels)

1 l

95006393

Barker reagent (for Aluminum grain boundaries)

1 l

95000508

Copper A, chloride version (for Cu, Cu-alloys, brass and bronze)

500 ml

92002602

Adler Etchant (for steel, weldings, macro etching)

1 kg

92002603

Alcoholic picric acid, 5% Picral (for steel, martensite)

1 l

92006878

Alcoholic Nitric Acid 5% Nital (for unalloyed and low alloyed steels)

1 l

92002597

Alcoholic nitric acid, 3% Nital (for unalloyed and low alloyed steels)

1 l

92002596

Alcoholic nitric acid, 1% Nital (for unalloyed and low alloyed steels)

1 l

92002605

V2A etchant (for austenitic steels), applied at approximately 60°C, contains the additive Dr. Vogel's economy etchant, which acts as an inhibitor and optimizes etching performance

1 kg

92002678

Sodium hydroxide solution (for aluminum alloys)

1 kg

92004240

Oberhoffer Etchant (for steel, segregations, flow-lines, macro/micro etching)

1 kg

92004492

Kroll Etchant (for aluminum alloys, titanium)

1 kg

92004222

CU2 etching fluid (copper, copper with sulfide and oxide inclusions)

1 kg

92002750

Sodium picrate (for cementite detection in steel)

1 kg

95002313

Kalling 1 Etchant (for martensitic stainless steel)

1 l

95002347

Kalling 2 Etchant (for nickel, nickel alloys, stainless steels, nickel-copper alloys)

1 kg

95002434

Color etching according to Klemm I (for low carbon steels), stock solution

1 l

95002390

Potassium bisulfite for Klemm I

20 g

95002435

Color etching according to Klemm II (copper, solder joints), stock solution

1 l

95002391

Potassium bislufite for Klemm II

50 g

95002436

Bechet-Beaujard Etchant, prior austenite grain boundaries

1 l

95002408

Murakami Etchant (for hard metals, molybdenum/molybdenum alloys, chromium alloys, tungsten and tungsten alloys)

1 kg

Find the safety data sheets here

Storage bottle for used etchant

95017528

Storage bottle for used etchant

1 pc

Accessories for Etching

Etching bowl, DURAN® glass with cover, heat-resistant

92002629

Ø 60/H 40 mm

1 pc

92002628

Ø 80/H 50 mm

1 pc

92002430

Ø 100/H 60 mm

1 pc

92002626

Ø 150/H 80 mm

1 pc

Etching bowl, polyethylene (PE),

95012078

Ø 90/H 40mm

1 pc

95012079

Ø 110/H 55mm

1 pc

95012080

Ø 110/H 75mm

1 pc

Etching bowl, polypropylene (PP), with screw coupling

95012081

Ø 60/H 60mm

1 pc

95012082

Ø 115/H 70mm

1 pc

Crucible tong

92002431

Crucible tong, stainless

1 pc

95008097

Crucible tong, stainless with insulated handle

1 pc

Lab accessories and equipment

Face protection shield according to DIN EN 166 1 3 - S
complete protection of face, unlimited field of view, acids and bases, resistant, robust plastic material, shatterproof, scratch-resistant

95002951

Face protection shield, according to DIN EN 166 1 3 - S

1 pc

Protective laboratory apron, made of PVC, with neck and side bonds, clean edges, without fabrics

95004848

Protective laboratory apron, 900 x 1100 x 0.5 mm

1 pc

Nitrile gloves (single use), conforms to EN 420, EN 374

95008893

Nitrile gloves, conforms to EN 420, EN 374, size M

100 pcs

95007658

Nitrile gloves, conforms to EN 420, EN 374, size L

100 pcs

95008208

Nitrile gloves, conforms to EN 420, EN 374, size XL

90 pcs

Protective gloves black, comply with standard EN 388, EN 374

95003208

Protective gloves black, comply with standard EN 388, EN 374, size L
- high resistance to water-soluble chemicals-HR-- very durable	1 pair

Safety goggles conforms to EN 166, length-adjustable

92005963

Safety goggles conforms to EN 166

1 pc

Mounting adhesive

92002779

Mounting adhesive 100g, excellent bonding for metals and ceramics

1 pc

Cotton wool

92002630

Cotton wool

200 g

Specimen cleaning wipes

92008773

Specimen cleaning wipes

100 pcs

Sample protection laquer

92004428

Sample protection laquer, spray (conservation of samples)

300 ml

Bottles

92008770

Spray bottle, 250ml

1 pc

92002432

Spray bottle, 500 ml

1 pc

92004491

Washing bottle with narrow neck, 500 ml

1 pc

Measuring cylinder

92004302

Measuring cylinder, 50 ml

1 pc

92004303

Measuring cylinder, 100 ml

1 pc

Specimen drying unit
• Hot air blower with push button
• Frame made of HPL solid material
• Stainless steel tray made of perforated sheet for placing specimens
• With underlying water protection mat
• Dimensions W x H x D: 350 x 670 x 370 mm

A5810355

Specimen drying unit for set up on table

1 pc

A5810419

Specimen drying unit, with wall bracket

1 pc

ULTRASONIC CLEANING DEVICES

Ultrasonic cleaning device 100
Interior approx. W x H x D: 240 x 140 x 100 mm, capacity: 3 liters
HF power: 80 W, connection: 230 V/50 Hz (1 Ph/N/PE)

92002613

US 100, rotary knob operation

1 pc

92008794

DT 100, digital push-button operation

1 pc

92002609

Perforated hanging basket

1 pc

92002632

Lid VA

1 pc

Ultrasonic cleaning device 106
Internal diameter/height: 240/130 mm, capacity: 5.6 liters
HF power: 120 W, connection: 230 V/50 Hz (1 Ph/N/PE)

92005839

US 106, rotary knob operation

1 pc

95001285

DT 106, digital push-button operation

1 pc

92005840

Perforated hanging basket

1 pc

92005841

Lid VA

1 pc

Additional ultrasonic cleaning devices available upon request

Cleaning concentrate, alkaline
• for universal use and intensive cleaning
• use 1 – 5%, pH 10 at 2%, removes oils, fats, silicon oil residues, pigments, ink and proteins

92002614

Tickopur R 33

1 l

Cleaning aids
• individually applicable for intensive cleaning

95004662

Ethanol, 99% denatured

1 l

95004663

Ethanol, 99% denatured

5 l

95004664

Ethanol, 99% denatured

10 l

92004510

Aceton, chemically pure, for degreasing of sample surfaces

1 l

Pane cleaning for fume cupboard

Z7510002

Pane cleaning set in suitcase
• Pane wiper magnet
• 2x 30 pcs. cleaning cloths	1 pc

Electric engraving device

95006339

Electric engraving device for marking metal, glass, and plastic with 6 different tips

1 pc

Z5690032

Replacement tip set

1 pc

Replication set

Replica system for non-destructive analyzing of microstructures
quick cured 2 components compound for applying to surfaces;
the cured replica can be removed easily and analysed directly

92006498

2-components-compound

2x50 ml

92006609

Dosing gun

1 pc

92008692

Mixing tube

48 pcs

Assembly cleaner
• for sample preparation, for replication set, in spray can

92004376

Assembly cleaner spray

500 ml

Precision replication material

Replica system
• for surface structures (metallic or mineral),-HR-for surface roughness inspection (R, Ra)

95001664

2-components compound standard

900 ml

Analyzing Consumables

Accessories for microscopy

Supporting accessories

92004109

Plasticine

1 kg

92002943

Microscope slides, metal, 76x26 mm

5 pcs

92004243

Microscope slides, glas, 32x24 mm

100 pcs

92004256

Microscope slides, glas, 40x24 mm

100 pcs

M1321000

Specimen press
• for parallel fixation of specimen on microscope slide
• comfortable operation with minimal effort
• compact, robust and durable
• made of aluminum with anodised surface	1 pc

Storage of samples

Storage systems for readily prepared samples

92002898

Disc cabinet 320 x 320 mm, for discs Ø 300 mm
with 6 drawers	1 pc

92002717

Disc cabinet, 290 x 290 mm, for discs Ø 200 and 250 mm
with 5 drawers	1 pc

95012025

Desiccator cabinet 310 x 525 x 375 mm

1 pc

95012026

Shelf for desiccator cabinet

1 pc

92002868

KC-drying pearls, for use with desiccator

1 pc

A7500417

Sample box, 320 x 320 x 58 mm for 56 Samples Ø 25-32 mm

1 pc

A7500418

Sample box, 320 x 320 x 58 mm for 25 Samples Ø 38-50 mm

1 kg

Literature

Expert Guide Materialography/Metallography
QATM Academy

95016622

Expert Guide Materialography/Metallography

1 pc

Metallographie,
Autor: Hermann Schumann

92005114

Metallographie

1 pc

Metallographisches, keramographisches und plastographisches Ätzen,
Autor: Günter Petzow

92004667

Metallographisches, keramographisches und plastographisches Ätzen

1 pc

Metallographische Anleitung zum Farbätzen nach dem Tauchverfahren,
Autoren: E. Weck, E. Leistner

95001841

Nichteisenmetalle, Hartmetalle und Eisenwerkstoffe, Nickel-Basis- und Kobalt-Basis-Legierungen

1 pc

Consumables for perfect metallographic sample preparation

With the list below, you may request a free, non-binding quote.

General Inquiry

Electrolytes

Electrolyte for stainless steel, aluminum, aluminum alloys and special materials• for electrolytic etching/polishing

Electrolyte for titanium

Electrolyte for grey iron

Accessories for Qetch 100 M (Kristall 650)

Electrolyte-bottle with screw top

Accessories set for Qetch 100 M (Kristall 650) in suitcase

Etchants

Storage bottle for used etchant

Accessories for Etching

Etching bowl, DURAN® glass with cover, heat-resistant

Etching bowl, polyethylene (PE),

Etching bowl, polypropylene (PP), with screw coupling

Crucible tong

Lab accessories and equipment

Face protection shield according to DIN EN 166 1 3 - Scomplete protection of face, unlimited field of view, acids and bases, resistant, robust plastic material, shatterproof, scratch-resistant

Protective laboratory apron, made of PVC, with neck and side bonds, clean edges, without fabrics

Nitrile gloves (single use), conforms to EN 420, EN 374

Protective gloves black, comply with standard EN 388, EN 374

Safety goggles conforms to EN 166, length-adjustable

Mounting adhesive

Cotton wool

Specimen cleaning wipes

Sample protection laquer

Bottles

Measuring cylinder

Specimen drying unit• Hot air blower with push button• Frame made of HPL solid material• Stainless steel tray made of perforated sheet for placing specimens• With underlying water protection mat• Dimensions W x H x D: 350 x 670 x 370 mm

ULTRASONIC CLEANING DEVICES

Ultrasonic cleaning device 100Interior approx. W x H x D: 240 x 140 x 100 mm, capacity: 3 litersHF power: 80 W, connection: 230 V/50 Hz (1 Ph/N/PE)

Ultrasonic cleaning device 106Internal diameter/height: 240/130 mm, capacity: 5.6 litersHF power: 120 W, connection: 230 V/50 Hz (1 Ph/N/PE)

Cleaning concentrate, alkaline• for universal use and intensive cleaning• use 1 – 5%, pH 10 at 2%, removes oils, fats, silicon oil residues, pigments, ink and proteins

Cleaning aids• individually applicable for intensive cleaning

Pane cleaning for fume cupboard

Electric engraving device

Replication set

Assembly cleaner• for sample preparation, for replication set, in spray can

Precision replication material

Analyzing Consumables

Accessories for microscopy

Supporting accessories

Storage of samples

Storage systems for readily prepared samples

Literature

Expert Guide Materialography/MetallographyQATM Academy

Metallographie, Autor: Hermann Schumann

Metallographisches, keramographisches und plastographisches Ätzen, Autor: Günter Petzow

Metallographische Anleitung zum Farbätzen nach dem Tauchverfahren,Autoren: E. Weck, E. Leistner

Electrolyte for stainless steel, aluminum, aluminum alloys and special materials
• for electrolytic etching/polishing

Face protection shield according to DIN EN 166 1 3 - S
complete protection of face, unlimited field of view, acids and bases, resistant, robust plastic material, shatterproof, scratch-resistant

Specimen drying unit
• Hot air blower with push button
• Frame made of HPL solid material
• Stainless steel tray made of perforated sheet for placing specimens
• With underlying water protection mat
• Dimensions W x H x D: 350 x 670 x 370 mm

Ultrasonic cleaning device 100
Interior approx. W x H x D: 240 x 140 x 100 mm, capacity: 3 liters
HF power: 80 W, connection: 230 V/50 Hz (1 Ph/N/PE)

Ultrasonic cleaning device 106
Internal diameter/height: 240/130 mm, capacity: 5.6 liters
HF power: 120 W, connection: 230 V/50 Hz (1 Ph/N/PE)

Cleaning concentrate, alkaline
• for universal use and intensive cleaning
• use 1 – 5%, pH 10 at 2%, removes oils, fats, silicon oil residues, pigments, ink and proteins

Cleaning aids
• individually applicable for intensive cleaning

Assembly cleaner
• for sample preparation, for replication set, in spray can

Expert Guide Materialography/Metallography
QATM Academy

Metallographie,
Autor: Hermann Schumann

Metallographisches, keramographisches und plastographisches Ätzen,
Autor: Günter Petzow

Metallographische Anleitung zum Farbätzen nach dem Tauchverfahren,
Autoren: E. Weck, E. Leistner