Determining the chemical composition of a fine powder with SEM/EDS can be sometimes difficult. Pressing the fine powder into a tablet (if needed with a bonding compound) simplifies handling. By providing a flat surface, the overall analytical results can be improved. It also reduces possible contamination of the SEM with fine powder. If needed the tablet can be coated with a carbon film to provide conductivity. Tablet presses are also used for XRF applications. There are two tablet presses available:
- Micro-Tec MTB manual tablet press for Ø3, 6, 8, 10 and 12mm tablets. Manual press with integrated tablet mold, punch and die. Overall size is 185 x 120 x 210mm with a handle length of 195mm. Weight is 4.6kg; made from carbon steel.
- Micro-Tec TPD tablet punch die kit for Ø6, 9 and 12mm tablets. A hammer or separate press is needed to form the tablets. Consists of 4 pieces. Overall dimensions are Ø43 x 175mm. Weight is 0.9Kg; made from carbon steel.
 | Micro-Tec MTB3 tablet press for Ø3mm tablets, carbon steel |
|---|---|
| Product # | Unit |
| 52-007203 | each |
| Micro-Tec MTB6 manual tablet press for Ø6mm tablets, carbon steel |
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| Product # | Unit |
| 52-007206 | each |
| Micro-Tec MTB8 tablet press for Ø8mm tablets, carbon steel |
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| Product # | Unit |
| 52-007208 | each |
| Micro-Tec MTB10 manual tablet press for Ø10mm tablets, carbon steel |
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| Product # | Unit |
| 52-007210 | each |
| Micro-Tec MTB12 manual tablet press for Ø12mm tablets, carbon steel |
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| Product # | Unit |
| 52-007212 | each |
 | Micro-Tec TPD6 Tablet Punch Die kit for Ø6mm tablets, carbon steel |
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| Product # | Unit |
| 52-007306 | kit |
| Micro-Tec TPD9 Tablet Punch Die kit for Ø9mm tablets, carbon steel |
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| Product # | Unit |
| 52-007309 | kit |
| Micro-Tec TPD12 Tablet Punch Die kit for Ø12mm tablets, carbon steel |
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| Product # | Unit |
| 52-007312 | kit |
