The MRC Labs SM-450 series laboratory sample mill knife opening tool serves as a practical companion to the high-power laboratory sample mills of the SM-450 series. These mills are equipped with distinct stainless steel grind containers and high hardness steel blades, specifically designed for efficient grinding of tough and dry materials.

Applications

Typical application for this high-power sample grinder include:    

• Material Science: Sample preparation for X-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray fluorescence (XRF), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and transmission electron microscopy (TEM).
• Geology: Grinding rock samples for geochemical analysis, mineral separation, and petrography.
• Pharmaceuticals: Grinding drugs and drug intermediates for analytical and quality control purposes.
• Food Science: Grinding food samples for analysis of nutritional content, shelf-life, and sensory evaluation.
• Environmental Science: Grinding soil and sediment samples for analysis of pollutants, nutrients, and microorganisms.
• Agriculture: Grinding plant samples for analysis of nutrient content, plant diseases, and genetics.
• Forensic Science: Grinding trace evidence (e.g., hair, fibers, and paint chips) for analysis under a microscope.
• Polymers: Grinding polymer samples for analysis of molecular weight and distribution.
• Ceramics: Grinding ceramic samples for analysis of particle size, porosity, and composition.
• Metallurgy: Grinding metal samples for analysis of chemical composition, grain size, and microstructure.

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