Handling Delicate Samples [Tips & Tricks]
This is a follow-up to our Tip from the August newsletter. In that edition, we discussed how to mount a thin, flexible, delicate, and/or soft sample for increased mechanical stability […]
4 Benefits of Vibratory Polishing
Last month we discussed methods of preparing samples for EBSD analysis. As a recap, EBSD requires a highly polished, flat surface for best results. The two most common ways to […]
What is the best way to preserve and transport polished samples? [Tips & Tricks]
We get this question a lot from our customers. One easy way to protect your polished samples is to use a disposable mounting cup like the Buehler orange cups in […]
What is the best method to prepare a sample for EBSD? [Application Note]
Although EBSD (Electron Backscatter Diffraction) as a technique to study the crystalline structure of materials has been around for a while now, its popularity has grown of late due to […]
How to Choose a Final Polishing Compound [Application Note]
We are often asked what final polishing compound provides the best results for sample preparation. This application note describes what we use and why… The short answer: it’s complicated. The […]
