Qpol GO 1 & GO 2 Automatic Grinding and Polishing Machines for Metallography

Make it easy. Make it automated.

Product Advantages

• Automated processes: High-removal grinding/polishing, variable dosing of diamond suspensions/lubricants, contact pressure, speed control, and the direction of rotation (in-phase/out-of-phase) for the polishing head and working wheel are all variable and freely adjustable.
• Intuitive Software: The updated software combines proven concepts with modern design.
• High reproducibility: Automatic sample preparation methods can be customized, and up to 200 preparation methods—protected by user account management—can be edited and saved. Grinding and polishing results remain consistent even when the process is repeated.

Features

Durable and reliable

Machine body made of a sturdy welded aluminum construction with a high-quality, durable powder coating

• Extremely smooth operation thanks to a low-vibration design
• Powerful speed-controlled drive with optimal performance, suitable even for larger samples
• The impact-resistant plastic tub offers impressive durability, corrosion resistance, and easy cleaning

Grinding/polishing head with swivel bearings

High level of user-friendliness and flexibility: The grinding/ polishing head is equipped with adjustable swivel stops for easy swiveling

• Recessed handles on both sides with integrated push buttons for unlocking, ensuring convenient operation
• Easy sample holder replacement thanks to the large gap between the grinding/polishing head and the work surface

Simple cleaning system

Single-Disc-Design: Easy removal of all components and easy access

• The splash guard ring and working wheel can be removed with minimal effort, thereby reducing setup and cleaning times
• The tub insert (plastic inlay) is easy to replace or clean to remove abrasion and residue from the Suspension

Sturdy, pull-out faucet

Easy and thorough cleaning of the work area and the grinding tray

• Cleaning Boost function: removes residual liquid from the grinding/polishing media (dries at 750 rpm in 3 seconds)
• The water valve is activated automatically at the start and end of the preparation process
• Sturdy faucet with a flexible hose extension

Option: Qdoser dosing systems

Optionally available with dosing systems for high process flexibility

• Qdoser GO: Fully automatic, software-controlled dispensing system with 4 easily removable and refillable dispensing bottles for reproducible results (magnetic stirring function available as an option)
• Qdoser ONE: Dropper bottle for easy and continuous dosing

Ergonomically shaped Splash guard

User-friendly design and the ability to quickly replace consumables

• The ergonomically shaped splash guard significantly reduces splashing and can be used as a comfortable hand rest during longer procedures
• Grip recesses allow for the replacement of grinding/ polishing media even when the ring is in place

Intuitive and easy to use

Ergonomically integrated 7-inch industrial touchscreen with QATM user software

• Intuitive menu structure and easy configuration
• Progress indicator for the current procedure via a status bar and an audible signal at the end of the grinding/polishing process
• Built-in timer and direct display of torque/contact pressure for high reproducibility

Precise sample processing with single and central pressure

The GO grinding and polishing head delivers 5–80 N of contact pressure in single pressure mode and 20–350 N in central pressure mode. Up to 6 samples with a diameter of 40 mm can be prepared at variable Speeds using sample holders with a diameter of 130 mm, either in the same or opposite directions.

• Reproducible results through automatic grinding and polishing
• Easy to move thanks to recessed handles with integrated push buttons
• Easy sample holder replacement thanks to ample clearance from the work surface

Superiority in detail

1. Ergonomic Control panel

• Compact 7-inch industrial touchscreen with intuitive QATM user software

• Sturdy powder-coated aluminum construction
• USB port for data transfer (updates also possible)

• Ergonomically shaped splash guard
• Impact-resistant plastic tub
  

4. Faucet

• Stainless steel faucet with a pull-out, flexible hose extension

• Supports both single pressure and central pressure
• Two-hand operation for operator safety
  

6. Emergency stop switch

• Stop all running processes and moving parts

Option: Qdoser Plus Dosing unit

• Automatic dosing of diamond suspensions/lubricants
• Suspension storage bottles can be refilled and removed during operation

Qdoser dosing systems

The fully automatic, software-controlled Qdoser dosing system speeds up the grinding and polishing processes in the materialography laboratory and is compatible with devices in the Qpol M, GO, and PLUS series. Four screw-top 500-ml glass bottles can be filled with QPREP diamond suspensions, QPREP lubricants (diamond lubricants), and/or QPREP fine-polishing suspensions through a separate opening in the lid. The suspension storage bottles are easy to remove, making them simple to clean. A backflush function keeps the connecting hoses clean.

Optimized filling and dosing

The suspension storage bottles can be removed at any time and refilled in a way that is optimized for application, e.g., with:

• Qdoser GO: 4x Dia-COMPLETE diamond suspensions

Option: Magnetic stirrer

A magnetic stirrer is available as an option for stirring the polishing agents to achieve excellent preparation results

• The integrated magnetic stirrer prevents the suspension from settling
• Optimal distribution of polishing particles through automatic stirring of the suspensions

Dosage

High flexibility and ease of use thanks to simple polishing agent dispensing

• Easy installation of the dispensing nozzles into the designat-ed mount in the grinding and polishing head
• Fully automatic, software-controlled dosing via the industrial touchscreen on Qpol machines
• Dosing interval can be adjusted as needed
• Including backflush function for easy cleaning

Qdoser ONE

Dropper bottle for easy and continuous dosing

• Easy to use – Standard QATM suspension and lubricant bottles can be quickly and easily screwed onto the dispenser
• Continuously variable dosing rate – The dosing rate is precisely controlled using an adjustment screw
• Can be used with a stand or mounted on polishing head