
6.3 Filling the grinding bowl
Do not fail to comply with the following sequence:
1.
Place the grinding balls in the empty bowl.
2.
Fill grinding stock onto the balls.
3.
Place the sealing ring on the rim of the grinding bowl.
NOTICE!
Make sure the sealing surfaces are clean!
4.
Place the lid on the grinding bowl.
6.4 Factors with an impact on grinding
6.4.1 Running time (grinding duration)
A longer grinding duration will increase the percentage of fine material.
To reduce the running time, you can use a grinding bowl and grinding
balls with a higher density, and thus a higher impact energy.
6.4.2 Speed
Higher speeds shorten the grinding time and increase the percentage of
fine particles.
6.4.3 Reverse mode
n
Useful for mechanical alloying.
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Improvement of the homogeneity of the sample during mixing.
A low to medium speed is recommended for mixing (dry
or wet).
6.4.4 Number and size of the balls
Pre-grind course, hard material with large balls:
Reduced percentage of fine material!
Many small balls increase the percentage of fine material during
extended running time.
Using the device
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