Close-up of saw blade inside metallographic sectioning machine

MSX SeriesMetallographic Sectioning

The MSX Series of sectioning machines allow metallographers to section samples small to large.

MSX205

The MSX205 sectioning machine is perfect for creating small sections for electronics and fasteners. This versatile sectioning machine offers both linear and radial feed configurations in a space-efficient benchtop model with 8-in (200 mm) blade capacity, 2.04 HP (1.5 kW) variable speed motor, and integrated 4.2 gallon (16 L) recirculating system.

Features

  • Advanced spindle design offers long life and precise sectioning
  • Welded steel construction stands up to harsh production environments
  • Large T-slotted table for fast and flexible sample fixturing
  • Channeled coolant drainage provides high flow rates and minimizes debris build-up
  • Integrated 4.2 gallon (16 L) recirculating system
  • Optional integrated Y-table for convenient parallel sectioning

MSX250

The MSX250 sectioning machine is ideal for obtaining medium-sized sections from automotive, ceramic, and composite materials. An automatic pulse sectioning feed rate with load control optimizes cutting time, with 10 in or 12 in (250 mm or 300 mm) blade capacity, and a 5.4 HP (4 kW) motor.

  • Advanced spindle design offers long life and precise sectioning
  • Convenient, easy-to-operate touch control panel capable of storing up to 10 applications
  • Welded steel construction stands up to harsh production environments
  • Large T-slotted table for fast and flexible sample fixturing
  • Integrated Y-table for convenient parallel sectioning
  • Isolated table design (X-axis) prevents contamination of linear slides
  • Channeled coolant drainage provides high flow rates and minimizes debris build-up

MSX255

Ideal for creating medium-sized sections from automotive, ceramic, and composite materials. The MSX255 manual series sectioning machine offers 12-in (300 mm) blade capacity and a 5.4 HP (4 kW) motor.

Features

  • Simple manual operation with easy-to-operate control panel.
  • Advanced spindle design offers long life and precise sectioning
  • Welded steel construction for harsh production environments
  • Large T-slotted table for flexible sample fixturing
  • Channeled coolant drainage provides high flow rates and minimal debris build-up
  • Cam-lock vise (right side) included

MSX305A

The LECO MSX305A Series is designed for sectioning large samples of many different types of materials using automated oscillation and servo-pulse sectioning. It is ideal for samples like induction-hardened parts, through-hardened tool steels, carburized pieces, and more. A manually adjustable Y-axis table provides easy sample position and parallel sectioning. Supports up to 14-in (350 mm) blades, and feature a powerful 10.05 HP (7.5 kW) motor and solid-steel construction.

Features

  • Production-grade spindle supports up to a 14-in (~350 mm) wheel with 1.25-in (32 mm) arbor
  • Welded-steel construction for the production environment
  • Optional catch basket for capturing small, sectioned samples
  • 15.75-in (400 mm) x 15.75-in (400 mm) T-slotted table with large sectioning compartment for versatile sample fixturing
  • 30 gallon (115 L) built-in coolant tank with coolant fluid level gauge
  • Sealed electronic enclosure and removable side ports
  • Adjustment knob for sample feed
  • Convenient, easy-to-operate control panel with 5.6-in (142 mm) dual-screen display
  • Z-axis for manual sectioning (MSX305A1 Series)
  • Joystick control for pulse sectioning (both MSX305A1 Series and MSX305A2 Series), blade direction, table direction, oscillation, and manual sectioning (MSX305A2 Series only)

MSX305R

The MSX305R Series is designed for sectioning large samples of many different types of materials. A manually adjustable Y-axis table provides easy sample position and parallel sectioning. Models support up to 14 in (350 mm) blades, and feature a powerful 10.05 HP (7.5 kW) motor and solid-steel construction.

Features

  • Production-grade spindle supports up to a 14-in (~350 mm) wheel with 1.25-in (32 mm) arbor
  • Welded-steel construction for the production environment
  • Optional catch basket for capturing small, sectioned samples
  • 15.75-in (400 mm) x 15.75-in (400 mm) T-slotted table with large sectioning compartment for versatile sample fixturing
  • 30 gallon (115 L) built-in coolant tank with coolant fluid level gauge
  • Sealed electronic enclosure and removable side ports
  • Convenient, easy-to-operate control panel
  • Z-axis locking feature
  • Handwheel-driven X- and Y-table for longitudinal section and sample position

MSX432

The MSX432 Series is designed for sectioning large samples of high-alloy and hardened materials. Short contact times per stroke coupled with intense cooling provide the cold-cutting effects required for microstructural examination. Features 17-in (431.8 mm) blade capacity and a 20.1 HP motor.

Features

  • Advanced spindle design offers long life and precise sectioning
  • Welded steel construction for the production environment
  • Large T-slotted table for flexible sample fixturing
  • Channeled coolant drainage provides high flow rates and minimal debris build-up
  • Integrated Y-table for convenient parallel sectioning
  • Isolated table design prevents contamination of linear slides
  • 39 gallon (150 L) recirculating system
Metallographic saws
Models
  • MSX205M
    • Manual Saw with Fixed Y-Table (230V)
  • MSX205M2
    • Dual with Adjustable X- and Y-Table (230V)
  • MSX250A1
    • Automatic Pulse Sectioning with Servo Control and Manual Y-Table
  • MSX255M
    • Manual with Fixed T-Slot Table
  • MSX305A1
    • Automatic, Pulse Servo Sectioning with X- and Y-tables
  • MXS305R1
    • Manual with Y-Table
  • MSX432A1
    • Automatic with Y-Table
Options
  • Vises and Clamps
  • Integratable axis tables for parallel sectioning (205, 255)
  • Filter bag system, for convenient coolant system maintenance (250, 255)
  • Support stand (250)
  • Variable speed motor (250)
  • Catch Basket (305, 432)
  • Laser Pointer (305)
  • Filter Fleece Blanket (305)
  • Brush Port Kit (432)
  • Filter Sheet System (432)
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