Material Matters

The OmegaPol Automatic Grinder and Polisher with 300mm Platen,  is an advanced automated polishing/grinder with accurate control of load, speed. The OmegaPol can polish up to 5 sample of 25mm to 50mm giving more capacity. More power for the head and the base.   Watch the video on how to operate this super metallurgical polisher and what to watch out for. Spectrographic have all the metallurgical consumables, please have a look at the metallurgy animated catalogue. For more information please get in touch with Spectrographic Team. Email:  sales@spectrographic.co.uk Tel: 01274 966173 Website:  www.spectrographic.co.uk

This is Spectrographic's biggest secret! our new 2016 catalogue is now online. http://owl.li/10lIk1 Our metallurgical consumables catalogue has been revamped and is animated for the firsts time and is now available on line. The catalogue has our full range of metallurgy products including Cut off Wheels, Cold Mounting, Hot Mounting, Polishing Cloths, Polishing Media, Grinding Papers and Grit-Fix Systems for materials analysis. To make things even easier you can order straight through our web shop, http://owl.li/10lKdH however if you need to ask advise the team is all ways willing to help call on 01274 966173 or email sales@spectrographic.co.uk .

The DP polisher could be considered a classic, it would only be Spectrographic who would restore such a polishing machine used for the polishing of geological samples or metallurgical samples. The Struers DP10 offers polishing of samples with direct load polishing cloths  fitted to a 200mm platen. They don’t make them like this anymore. Seized and clogged with dirt, this machine had defiantly seen better days! After stripping the machine down and a lot of cleaning, freeing off all bearings and the head weights, the polisher was looking and operating a lot better. Upon the completion of the refurbishment, the DP10 was looking good as new and ready for a new home with a clean bill of health. After all services and repairs are complete, we always aim to leave machines looking and operating as good as the day they first came out of the box. When your livelihood can hinge on the reliability of your equipment, Spectrographic specializes in keeping that e...

Trying to find a pun to do with metals and E aster can be quite complicated, so I will try and give it a break, so we bid all those metalleggraphers a very Happy Easter. We are looking forward to the Easter B reak , which reminds me, our team of fixers are available to service and repair your old and tired equipment.   CAN WE FIX IT, YES WE CAN (no one called Bob actually works here, and in some cases we have to say sorry we Can't)   So, here's wishing you a really good Easter Holiday, lets hope for sunshine, and chocolate, although last time one of our engineers needed fixing due to sun stroke, but that seems like a long time ago! Easter Closure Thursday 24th March 2016  at 5pm u ntil 9am on Tuesday  29th March 2016. Except for me, the grumpy one, as I have decided to go play Golf on the Tuesday! But don't worry, the teams is in, to look after you. Email:  sales@spectrographic.co.uk Tel: 01274 966173 Website:  www.spectro...

Spectrographic have been refurbishing metallurgical equipment for many years now, and we keep on adding to our range of second hand machines. A new addition to our range of used metallurgical equipment is the Buehler Isomet 2000 Precision Cutting machine.   Precision cutting machines cause minimal damage and deformation of the sample and are particularly suited to fragile or very soft materials. Using the correct cutting parameters the diamond saw can cut virtually any type of material, using its unique diamond cutting wheels. It is ideally suited for cutting and slicing fragile materials including inter-metallic crystal structures, semiconductor substrates with multiple layers, delicate electronic components and items which would be damaged using other methods of cutting.       The Buehler cutter can be supplied with a combination of new and used equipment to meet your full material testing requirements. ...

Getting through the bleak winter, floods, gales even snow. But it was a good season for our GB Bobsleigh team, great to be involved at the sharp end, so to speak, with supply of Spectrographic Metallurgical polishing consumables. Performance Director for Great Britain Bobsleigh, commented: “We are delighted with the support Spectrographic is offering to the British Bobsleigh Team. The smallest modification or technological improvement has the potential to shave hundredths of a second off the team’s time, and help them win an Olympic medal.” See more on Metallurgical consumables in our E Shop. Please contact the Spectrographic Team, for all your metallography consumables. Email:  sales@spectrographic.co.uk Tel: 01274 966173 Website:  www.spectrographic.co.uk

It's not all to do with metallography. On Friday and Saturday Willow, Gail's daughter will be competing at Crufts 2016, at the NEC. And we would just like to wish her the best of luck. Willow and her Shelties have qualified in three Young Kennel Club disciplines; Grooming, Handling and Pastoral Stakes, she is so very excited. This is a picture of her handling at Crufts 2015 in the handling with her Shetland Sheepdog, Tooralie's Firefly. We wait with baited breath to see how the formidable twosome get on together at this prestigious event.  While we work hard in the office. If you do need us for anything metallurgical, please contact us, we are here till 4pm on a Friday. Email:  sales@spectrographic.co.uk Tel: 01274 966173 Website:  www.spectrographic.co.uk

Spectrographic's very successful demonstration day are becoming a bi-monthly event at The AMRC. We are pleased to announce that the next Demo Day will be held on Wednesday 21st April 2016, this will held at The AMRC in Sheffield. Spectrographic will be showcasing some of the metallurgical, equipment that is available to purchase. To book a spot on the demonstration day please email Nicci @spectrographic.co.uk Can't make this date, but interested in our range of metallurgy products, please contact the Spectrographic team. Email:  sales@spectrographic.co.uk Tel: 01274 966173 Website:  www.spectrographic.co.uk 

As a distributor of the Panasis Software for metallurgical microscopes.  We like to give you the heads up on how some of the features work. This video demonstrates how to use the Auto Count feature within Panasis. The Auto Count allows users to measure porosity in a metallic sample. Did you find the information helpful, or can Spectrographic help you further? If that is the case please contact the technical team. Email:  sales@spectrographic.co.uk Tel: 01274 966173 Website:  www.spectrographic.co.uk

Spectrographic are the sole UK distributors for Panasis Software . The following video shows Panasis Users how to Calibrate using the Software. Did you find the information helpful, or can Spectrographic help you further? If that is the case please contact the technical team. Email: sales@spectrographic.co.uk Tel: 01274 966173 Website: www.spectrographic.co.uk

Spectrographic supplies several different hot mount solutions for differing metallurgical applications.  Below is an overview of each resin that can be supplied, with the Omegapress 2 mounting press or can be used with other mounting press brands. Carbon Conductive Hot Mount The ideal compound for hot mounting of samples for observation using a scanning electron microscope.  The carbon content within the media offer a electrical conductive mounted sample. The cycle time is dependent of the mounting press used but we recommend the same parameters as standard bakelite. Clear Mounting Compound Clear mounting compound designed for use in a hot mounting press. This is a thermosetting resin which is heated at 150 to 180 degrees c. The cooling process is extended to prevent clouding of the resin. Diallyl Phthalate Media High quality edge mount compound for superior edge retention. This is a blue resin which is used in a hot mounting press for encapsulation o...

After the successful visit of Dr Manfred Tietze of New Sonic, demonstrating the Sonodur-2 UCI portable hardness tester, last month.   Dr Tietze has sent video's for us to show anyone interest in getting their hands on the latest portable hardness testing technology. These are available on our website , but you can see them here too. The SonoDur is a portable hardness tester that offers fast and accurate measurement readings on site and for control of production heat treatment.  The UCI hardness tester system is recommended when laboratory hardness testers cannot be used. Spectrographic are please to be in partnership with NewSonic to promote the Sonodur-2 UCI Portable Hardness Tester. If you are interested in the Sonodur-2 UCI portable hardness tester then please contact the office: Email: sales@spectrographic.co.uk Telephone: 01274 966173 Website: www.spectrographic.co.uk

The introduction of the new quality system at spectrographic will give us a more organised and structured approach to our business.   In the early part of this year we have introduced a Quality manual, this is to keep our team on their toes and offer the best service for our customers. Read more in our news section. Website - www.spectrographic.co.uk Email - sales@spectrographic.co.uk Phone - 01274 966173

Automatic metallurgical polishing machine for high quality metallography using a 250mm platen with the ability to polish up to 6 samples. The TegraPol is very easy to operate and has a built in lubricant dispenser. Here's the video before it went to it's new metallography home in Leicestershire.  You can find more information and details on the website If you are interested in a refurbished polisher please call Spectrographic on 01274 966173 or email sales @spectrographic.co.uk . www.spectrographic.co.uk 

Spectrographic has enjoyed the company of Dr Manfred Tietze from Newsonic.  On their final night Paul and Manfred went out for fish and chips at the Chevin at Menston, West Yorkshire, with its amazing back drops and scenery. Using the portable fork "hardness tester" to check the chips.  Chips met the spec and the fish was great too.  The laughter has certainly been flying this week, with this business partnership. "Just for the record, we test metals using portable or classical hardness testers." says Spectrographic's Managing Director, Paul Chippendale. Thanks for your help Manfred from Newsonic . Require any information on the Sonodur 2 UCI portable hardness tester, then please contact Spectrographic. sales @spectrographic.co.uk Telephone: 01274 966173 www.spectrographic.co.uk

The OmegaPol Auto is an advanced automated polishing with accurate control of load, speed. The OmegaPol can polish up to 5 sample of 25mm to 50mm giving more capacity. More power for the head and the base.   Watch the video on how to operate this super metallurgical polisher and what to watch out for. Website - www.spectrographic.co.uk Email - sales@spectrographic.co.uk Phone - 01274 966173

This video shows the setting up of the Mitutoyo HV112 Vickers hardness tester, we look at un-packaging, taking care to remove the essential travel packaging and setting up and operating the hardness tester. We hope you enjoy watching the video, let us know if you have any question on all things Material Testing. Website - www.spectrographic.co.uk Email - sales@spectrographic.co.uk Phone - 01274 966173

Spectrographic have been running as one of the most successful scientific preparation equipment suppliers in the UK since 1999. With a showcase of new and used metallurgical machines and consumables for sample preparation in Materials Science, the equipment ranges from the MetCut 300 metallurgical cutter to the OmegaPol 2 polishing machine, Spectrographic is going from strength to strength. With the introduction of a new Applications Laboratory at our head office, an increase of staff for 2016, plus a modern website with a fully functioning consumables e-commerce section and new consumables catalogue, Spectrographic are giving the competition a real run for their money. Read More... Website: www.spectrographic.co.uk Email: sales@spectrographic.co.uk Telephone: 01274 966173

The hardness tester tour was a great opportunity to look at customer applications and show how well the Sonodur 2 portable hardness tester could perform.   Customers were delighted with the performance of the Vickers hardness tester and were very impressed with how easy test results could be achieved and reported. Find out more in our news section Website: www.spectrographic.co.uk Email: sales@spectrographic.co.uk Telephone: 01274 966173

Watch our engineer fit a measuring reticule in a microscope eyepiece. The reticules are used to add measurement facility or comparison capability to a variety of microscopes. Reticules are clear discs marked with a exact pattern or scale. These reticles are available as crossline, micrometer scales, or grids. Stage micrometers are also available for calibrating microscope reticules or objective lens magnification. The reticule is sized for the microscope, but watch the video to see how it should be installed – but don't scratch it!! Website - www.spectrographic.co.uk Email - sales@spectrographic.co.uk Phone - 01274 966173