Struers Discotom-2, Instruction Manual

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Discotom-2
Instruction Manual
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2. Operation
Discotom-2 cut-off machine is designed for rapid cutting of
metallographic, mineralogical and ceramic specimens. The cutting
operation is performed with a rotating cut-off wheel (Al
2
O
3
, sic or
diamond), the cut and wheel being cooled with a recirculation cooling
liquid to prevent changes of the microstructure of the specimens as a
result of the heat generated by the cutting.

Cutting handle

Locking pin

Quick-clamping device

Tightening handle

Protection screen

Cutting chamber

Left-hand side screen
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Handle for left-hand side screen

Front panel

Controls for Discotom-2

Controls for Autofeed
Introduction