Xrd sample preparation mill for geology and materials science
Achieve precise particle size distribution and preserve crystal lattice integrity for reliable X-ray diffraction analysis with this advanced sample preparation mill, ensuring minimal cross-contamination for your research and quality control needs.
Prepares Samples for X-Ray Diffraction Analysis
The XRD-Mill McCrone from Retsch GmbH is an innovative bench-top mill designed for precise sample preparation in X-ray diffraction analysis. It operates with 48 cylindrical elements that gently grind samples via friction, preserving their crystal lattice structures and ensuring accurate and reproducible phase analysis. Ideal for applications in geology, chemistry, mineralogy, and materials science, it processes a wide range of materials, including cement, ceramics, and metals. With a typical grinding time of 3 to 30 minutes, the mill offers adjustable grinding power across four steps and is suited for both dry and wet environments, all while maintaining a quiet and nearly maintenance-free operation. The 125 ml polypropylene grinding jar with agate, zirconium oxide, or corundum tools ensures minimal cross-contamination and maintains an exceptionally narrow particle size distribution for reliable analytical results.
Benefits
- Maintains the integrity of crystal structures for precise X-ray diffraction analysis.
- Offers flexible sample processing with adjustable grinding power for specific requirements.
- Minimizes sample loss and contamination, ensuring reliable analytical outcomes.
- Operates quietly and requires minimal maintenance, enhancing lab efficiency.
- Compact design fits easily on a lab bench, saving valuable space.
- Applications
- Ceramics,Clay,D materials,Construction materials,Minerals,Mineralogy samples,Metals,Quality control samples,Glass,Slate,R,Plant materials,Chemistry materials,Geology samples,Materials science research,Mica,Cement
- End products
- Processed plant fiber samples,Ceramic glazes,Cement powder,Mica powder,Metallurgical powders,Slate fillers,Construction composites,Glass frits,Mineral fines,Clay pigments
- Steps before
- Sample Preparation,Crushing,Initial Grinding
- Steps after
- X-ray Diffraction Analysis,Phase Analysis,Data Interpretation
- Input ingredients
- medium-hard materials,hard materials,brittle materials,fibrous materials,bones,borides,carbides,cement,ceramics,clay,construction materials,glass,metals,mica,minerals,nitrides,plant materials,slate,samples < 0.5 mm
- Output ingredients
- very narrow particle size distribution,particles < 1 µm,low μm-range particles,peak-shaped X-ray diffraction signals
- Market info
- Retsch is renowned for manufacturing high-quality laboratory equipment, specializing in milling, sieving, and assisting technologies for sample preparation and characterization, known for precision, reliability, and innovation in the scientific and industrial laboratory markets.
- Feed material
- Medium-hard,hard,brittle,fibrous
- Material feed size
- < 0.5 mm
- Final fineness
- < 1 µm
- Speed at 50 Hz (60 Hz)
- 1,000 - 1,500 min-1 in 4 steps
- No. of grinding stations
- 1
- Typical mean grinding time
- 3 - 30 min
- Dry grinding
- Yes
- Wet grinding
- Yes
- Cryogenic grinding
- No
- Material of grinding tools
- Agate,zirconium oxide,corundum
- Grinding jar sizes
- 125 ml
- Setting of grinding time
- Digital,00
- Drive
- DC-Motor
- Drive power
- 50 W
- Electrical supply data
- 100-240 V,50/60 Hz
- Power connection
- 1-phase
- Protection code
- IP 30
- Power consumption
- 33 VA
- Dimensions (W x H x D closed)
- 205 x 155 x 520 mm
- Net weight
- ~8.9 kg
- Standards
- CE
- Working mechanism
- Friction-based grinding
- Integrated steps
- Grinding and triturating
- CIP/SIP
- Manual cleaning
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Batch
- Energy efficiency
- 50 W drive power
- Automation level
- Manual with digital timing
- Cleaning method
- Easy to clean
- Adjustable grinding power
- Four steps
- Quiet operation
- Yes
- Compact,bench-top sized model
- Yes
- Changeover time
- Short due to simple setup
- Abrasion resistance
- Yes
- Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
- Yes
- Density/particle size
- 0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm
- Biological compatibility
- Yes
- Cleanability
- Easy to clean
- Suitable for dry grinding
- Yes
- Suitable for wet grinding
- Yes
- Machine footprint
- 205 x 155 x 520 mm
- Grinding tool material
- Agate,Zirconium oxide,Corundum
- Grinding jar size
- 125 ml
- Net weight
- ~8.9 kg
- Control panel type
- Digital
- Compact footprint
- Bench-top sized model
- Control panel type
- Digital settings