Accessories & Tools for mounting of samples

Vacuum infiltration and pressure device

When cold mounting porous specimens it is purposeful to infiltrate them under vacuum, with a low viscosity mounting medium (epoxy resins). The QPREP infiltration device offers a solution for mounting under vacuum.

For transparent cold mounting using methyl methacrylate, these must be cured in a pressure device under positive pressure (2 - 2.5 bar). This increases the boiling point of the mounting material and suppresses the formation of gas bubbles during polymerization. The QPREP Pressure unit is best suited for this purpose.

Product Advantages

Infiltration of porous materials
Reinforcement of fragile materials
Clear/transparent mounting possible with methyl methacrylate

Recommended applications

Infiltration device for mounting porous samples with epoxy resin (Qpox 90 / 92 / 94)
Pressure device for mounting with methyl methacrylate (KEM 15, 20, 30, 35, 60 and QPREP SEM 5000)
Qprep Pressure device for transparent embeddings with KEM 20

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Accessories & tools for hot mounting

Depending on the shape of the specimen to be mounted, the chosen hot mounting material, and the objectives of the materialographic preparation QPREP's wide range of accessories and tools ensures the best possible analysis results.

Anti-stick silicone paste and spray to protect the mould and ram surfaces
Various clamps for aligning specimens with complex geometries
Funnel for clean and loss-free filling of the mounting resin into the press mould

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Accessories & tools for cold and UV mounting

The mixing of the different resin components as well as the exact positioning of your specimens influence the quality of your mounting. Therefore, QPREP supports with a wide range of tools and accessories for cold mounting. Mixing of the resin components, fixing and correct positioning of the samples in the cold mounting moulds can thus be realized reliably and safely.

Mixing beakers and spatulas
Mounting utilities
Dosing spoons
Steel- and plastic clips

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NEW: Qmould Cold and UV mounting moulds

The specially designed collar of the new Qmould moulds, combined with the appropriate material selection, allows easy demoulding of the mounted specimens, ensures increased durability and stability of the moulds, and improves handling of the mould filled with mounting compound and the mounted specimen.

New user-friendly design for easy handling
Available in 40 and 50mm diameter
perfect fit to our range of cold mounting resins

Qmould Clear

Moulds for ultra-fast, clear UV mounting
High UV transparency for optimum curing of Qprep UV resins
Handles for easy sample placement
Suitable for Qprep UV and Qprep acrylic resins

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Qmould Grey

Two-part design for ease of use
Practical handles and flexible mould material for easy removal of lids and demoulding of samples
Suitable for mounting resins with low shrinkage, such as Qpox epoxy resins
Alternative to silicone mounting moulds, compatible with epoxy resins

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Qmould White

Designed for long service life and excellent surface quality
Handles and rigid, resistant mould material ensure durability
Suitable for demanding conditions, including high heat applications
Cost-effective replacement for Teflon moulds
Suitable for polyester and acrylic resins

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Selection Guide

To help you choose, we have compiled a table of recommended mounting resin applications for the various mounting moulds.

Cold and UV mounting moulds

Choosing a cold mounting mould of the correct size and suitable material the result of the mounting can be optimized. QPREP offers a variety of reusable and chemically resistant moulds of different sizes and materials for this purpose.

PTFE, beveled edge, round