Quality Control on samples prepared from cut parts

Production parts using abrasive cutting as one step in the process are frequently subject to quality control investigations. This involves cutting a section through the part , then mounting it in resin and polishing to reveal surface structure which is then examined with a microscope or SEM or hardness tester.

A range of preparation is manufactured by Benetec for this purpose and can be found on the Benetec web site www.benetecmetlab.com.

Step 1: Cutting
Cutting
Step 2: Mounting
Mounting
Step 3: Grinding & Polishing
Grinding and Polishing