Platen Systems
Easy to use Solutions That Add Speed to your Grinding and Polishing Process
Platen Systems for Grinding and Polishing
Tailor your platen system solution with Buehler to achieve the optimal blend of speed and user-friendly operation. Whether you’re employing the Apex S system, a high-friction solution designed specifically for grinding papers, or opting for a magnetic system, Buehler provides an array of platen system solutions in 8-12in [203-305mm] sizes to perfectly meet your specific needs.
Magnetic System
The magnetic system offers quick changing of surfaces with a variety of magnets and carrier plate options to choose from.
While the traditional system allows users to attach adhesive backed consumables to a magnetic carrier plate, Buehler customers also have the option to choose magnetic backed polishing cloths and Diamond Grinding Discs. This eliminates the carrier plate, allowing users to apply directly to the platen magnet.
Apex S System
Specialized, high friction surface facilitates fast application and removal of grinding paper during your preparation process.
Perfect for customers with multiple grinding paper steps, this system is designed to save significant processing time so you can direct your focus on more critical tasks. Explore Buhler’s full lineup of CarbiMet and MicroCut with Apex S backing to optimize your grinding experience.
Magnetic Systems
Choose your easy to use magnetic system to increase efficiency in your process.
MagnoFix Magnet
Apex® M Magnet
MagnoMet Carrier Plate
MagnoPad Teflon Coated Carrier Plate
Apex® B Carrier Plate
Apex® S Systems
Apex S Film PSA Backed
Apex S Film Magnetic Backed
Ordering
| Platen Systems | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magnet Selection - to convert a standard platen to a magnetic platen | ||||
| Type | Description | 8in [203mm] | 10in [254mm] | 12in [305mm] |
| Apex® M Magnet PSA Backed (Qty 1) | Contains tabs for easier plate removal | 41-2739-608-001 | 41-2739-610-001 | 41-2739-612-001 |
| MagnoFix Magnet PSA Backed (Qty 1) | Standard magnet | 16-2070 | 16-2570 | 16-3070 |
| Carrier Plate Selection | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Description | 8in [203mm] | 10in [254mm] | 12in [305mm] |
| MagnoPad Teflon Coated Carrier Plate (Qty 5) | For easier removal of PSA surfaces, ideal for polishing cloths | 16-2073 | 16-2573 | 16-3073 |
| MagnoMet Carrier Plate (Qty 5) | Standard stainless steel carrier plate, ideal for SiC paper | 16-2072 | 16-2572 | 16-3072 |
| Apex B Carrier Plate (Qty 1) | Bimetallic disc for cloth or SiC paper. Prevents adherence of magnetic particles via bimetallic plate | 41-2739-208-001 | 41-2739-210-001 | 41-2739-212-001 |
| Apex® S System | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Description | 8in [203mm] | 10in [254mm] | 12in [305mm] |
| Apex S Film PSA backed (Qty 2) | For application directly to platen | 16-2075 | 16-2575 | 16-3075 |
| Apex S Film Magnetic backed (Qty 2) | For use with magnetic system | 16-2074 | 16-2574 | 16-3074 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I clean my Apex S film?
Please watch our How to Clean Apex S video.
My PSA backed cloths are hard to remove. How can I get them off more easily?
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