AutoMet 250

The AutoMet line of grinder and polisher machines are built for demanding production lab environments. The AutoMet 250 is designed for manual or automated sample preparation. Simplicity is balanced with versatility to accommodate many applications. The AutoMet 250 is built with durable construction for reliability in high use environments, unique quick cleaning features, and plenty of enhancements for user friendly operation.

AutoMet™ 250 Grinder Polisher Membrane – Buehler – Metallography Equipment & Supplies for Sample Preparation

Save time during preparation and cleaning

  • Intuitive membrane controls are easy to use.
  • Quick clean features including retractable water hose, disposable bowl liner and Integrated 360° bowl rinse.
  • D-style bowl for easy platen changing.

Choose the best format for the labs needs

  • 8″ and 10″ platen size choice optimizes the cost of paper and diamond when a larger unit isn’t required.
AutoMet™ 250 Grinder-Polisher Specifications
Machine Power 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz, 1 phase
Motor Power 1Hp [750W]
Platen Diameter 8in [203mm], 10in [254mm]
Platen Wheel Speed 10-500rpm in 10rpm increments
Wheel Direction Clockwise or Counter-Clockwise
Water Supply Hose 0.25in [6mm] OD tube
Water Supply Pressure 40-100psi [25-60bar]
Base Power Usage 1.1kW, 9.6/4.8A @ 115/230VAC
Base & Head Power Usage 1.73kW, 15/7.5A @ 115/230VAC
Membrane Control Panel for 250 Three 3-digit LED displays, 14 status LED’s; Units: Metric or Imperial
Touchscreen Control Panel for 250 Pro Full color LCD Screen; 7in [175mm] diagonal; NEMA4 (IP65) water resistant
Base Sound Rating (1.5ft, 0.5m)distance no load 59.5dB @ 100rpm
Base & Head Sound Rating 61.5dB @ 100/30rpm
Weight 170lbs [77kg]
Compliance CE; EC applicable directives
Specifications Power Head
Machine Power 0.156Hp [116W]
Speed 30-60rpm in 10rpm increments
Central Specimen Force 5-60 lbs [20-260N]
Single Specimen Force 1-10 lbs [5-45N]
Central Force Specimen Capacity 1in, 1.25in, 1.5in, 25mm, 30mm, 40mm and large or irregular specimens
Single Force Specimen Capacity 1in, 1.25in, 1.5in, 25mm, 30mm, 40mm
Air Supply Hose 0.25in [6mm] OD tube
Air Supply Pressure 35psi [2.4bar]
Power Usage 630W, 5.5/2.7A @ 115/230VAC
Weight 70 lbs [32kg]
Compliance CE; EC applicable directives