Polishing Pads / Polishing Cloths
For pre-polishing AISI 1020 Carbon Steel, 'MRE' is the recommended polishing pad. For final-polishing AISI 1020 Carbon Steel, 'MBL' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing AISI 1020 Carbon Steel
For pre-polishing AISI 1040 Carbon Steel, 'MRE' is the recommended polishing pad. For final-polishing AISI 1040 Carbon Steel, 'MBL' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing AISI 1040 Carbon Steel
For final-polishing Steel (Pearlitic), 'MBL' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing Steel, Pearlitic
For pre-polishing Steel (Case Hardenable), 'MRE' is the recommended polishing pad. For final-polishing Steel (Case Hardenable), 'MBL' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing Steel, Case Hardenable
For pre-polishing 50 CrV4 Low Alloy Steel, 'MRE' is the recommended polishing pad. For final-polishing 50 CrV4 Low Alloy Steel, 'MBL' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing 50 CrV4 Low Alloy Steel
For pre-polishing AISI 4140 Low Alloy Steel, 'MRE' is the recommended polishing pad. For final-polishing AISI 4140 Low Alloy Steel, 'MBL' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing AISI 4140 Low Alloy Steel
For final-polishing AISI 4340 Low Alloy Steel, 'MBL' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing AISI 4340 Low Alloy Steel
For pre-polishing AISI D2 Cold Work Tool Steel, 'MST' is the recommended polishing pad. For final-polishing AISI D2 Cold Work Tool Steel, 'MSF' or 'MSFL' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing AISI D2 Cold Work Tool Steel
For pre-polishing DIN 1.2344 Hot Work Tool Steel, 'MST' is the recommended polishing pad. For final-polishing DIN 1.2344 Hot Work Tool Steel, 'MSF' or 'MSFL' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing DIN 1.2344 Hot Work Tool Steel
For final-polishing AISI M2 High Speed Tool Steel, 'ASFL' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing AISI M2 High Speed Tool Steel
For pre-polishing AISI 316L Austenitic Stainless Steel, 'MRE' or 'ASFL' is the recommended polishing pad. For final-polishing AISI 316L Austenitic Stainless Steel, 'MBL' or 'NSH-B' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing AISI 316L Austenitic Stainless Steel
For final-polishing Gray Cast Iron, 'MRE' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing Gray Cast Iron
For final-polishing White Cast Iron (alloyed), 'NLH' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing White Cast Iron (alloyed)
For final-polishing Nodular Cast Iron, Pearlitic, 'MBL' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing Nodular Cast Iron, Pearlitic
For final-polishing Nodular Cast Iron, Ferritic+Pearlitic, 'MBL' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing Nodular Cast Iron, Ferritic+Pearlitic
For final-polishing Chilled Cast Iron, 'MRE' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing Chilled Cast Iron
For final-polishing A-356 Al-Si Cast Alloy, 'CHEM-H' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing A-356 Al-Si Cast Alloy
For final-polishing AA 7075 Aluminium, Wrought, 'CHEM-H' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing AA 7075 Aluminium, Wrought
For final-polishing AA 8011 Aluminium Alloy, 'CHEM-H' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing AA 8011 Aluminium Alloy
For pre-polishing Commercial Pure Copper, 'MBL' is the recommended polishing pad. For final-polishing Commercial Pure Copper, 'CHEM-H' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing Commercial Pure Copper
For final-polishing Mg-9Al (Magnesium Alloy), 'CHEM-H' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing Mg-9Al (Magnesium Alloy)
For pre-polishing Commerical Pure Titanium, 'MST' is the recommended polishing pad. For final-polishing Commerical Pure Titanium, 'CHEM-H' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing Commerical Pure Titanium
For final-polishing TiC Coating, 'MRE' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing TiC Coating
For final-polishing Cu-Au Coating, 'MBL' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing Cu-Au Coating
For final-polishing WC-Co Powder Metal, 'MBL' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing WC-Co Powder Metal
For final-polishing Alumina, 'MBL' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing Alumina
For final-polishing Robber Joint, 'ASF' or 'MSF' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing Robber Joint
For final-polishing Glass, 'MBL' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing Glass
For final-polishing Historical China (Ceramic), 'PSU-M' is the recommended polishing pad. Contact us to receive a quote or view a case study on polishing Historical China (Ceramic)
Kemet Chemo-textile Pads
These are manufactured to the highest standards with accurately controlled uniform thickness. Self-adhesive, and available in medium (PSU-M) and hard (PAD-K) formats. Chem Cloth is also available for Chemo-mechanical Polishing.
| Pack of 10 | Diameter (mm) | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | 75 | 150 | 200 | 250 | 300 | 380 | |
| PSU-M | 341021 | 341007 | 341008 | 341009 | 341010 | 341011 | |
| PAD-K | 341037 | 341020 | 341017 | 341028 | 341039 | 341024 | |
PSU-M
A firm, dense and uniform non-woven polishing pad with absorbent fibres, mechanically and chemically bonded. It has a buffed surface and produces excellent flatness. It is intended for general polishing with diamond compounds, 25 micron or finer.
PAD-K
The ultra-hard chemo-textile pad used where fast cutting is needed.
Kemet Silk-Type Pads
Kemet silk-type pads have been developed for finishing metal specimens and components.
| Pack of 10 | Diameter (mm) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | 150 | 200 | 250 | 300 | 380 |
| ASFL | 341147 | 341148 | 341162 | 341111 | 341112 |
| MSFL | 341751 | 341752 | 341754 | 341755 | 341756 |
| MSR | 341701 | 341702 | 341707 | 341704 | 341705 |
| MST | 341761 | 341762 | 341764 | 341763 | 341765 |
| ASR | - | 341120 | 341119 | 341103 | 341129 |
| AST | E06749 | E06750 | 341279 | - | |
ASFL
Self adhesive woven artificial polishing pad constructed with an internal barrier film. The adhesive backing is protected from hydrocarbon or oil-based slurries and lubricants. Suitable for the preparation of metallurgical specimens with fine diamond compounds 6µm or finer. Achieves excellent flatness and surface finish.
MSFL
Will polish metal flat, and to a mirror finish. Best results are obtained when used with Kemet Diamond Compound or Diamond Suspension 3 micron and finer. Water resistant adhesive (oil resistant available).
MSR
Similar to MSFL with rigid plastic backing. It has good chemical resistance and produces excellent flatness and a mirror finish on most metals. The cloth face is synthetic silk mounted onto a fluid resistant barrier.
MST
An extra hard, rigid silk cloth for increased cutting action.
ASR
Suitable for the preparation of metallurgical specimens with fine diamond compounds 6μm or finer. Mounted on a rigid barrier foil. The adhesive backing is protected from hydrocarbon or oil-based slurries and lubricants. Achieves excellent flatness and surface finish.
AST
Used for increased cutting action and good general flatness control. Use with 15 - 6 micron diamond before final polishing.
Kemet Nap-Type Pads
For final polishing stages of preparation, Kemet Nap Type Pads are available with a range of softness and nap length. They give a more gentle polish, and are ideal for softer specimens and components. All pads are self-adhesive unless marked ‘plain'.
| Pack of 10 | Diameter (mm) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | 150 | 200 | 250 | 300 | 380 |
| MBL | 341721 | 341722 | 341726 | 341724 | 341725 |
| MRE | 341711 | 341712 | 341716 | 341714 | 341715 |
| NSH-B | 341256 | 341257 | 341246 | 341203 | 341243 |
| NLH | 341241 | 341205 | 341247 | 341206 | 341248 |
| Chem H | 341779 | 341782 | 341783 | 341784 | 341865 |
| LIL-Plus | 341613 | 341611 | 341610 | 341609 | - |
| Kan | 341075 | 341076 | 34077 | 341070 | - |
Roll Material
| Type | Unit | Code |
|---|---|---|
| MRE | 50" wide x 1yd | 341236 |
| Selvyt SR | 1400mm wide x 1m | 341305 |
MBL
Synthetic flock sprayed on cotton carrier. Used with 3 micron Kemet Diamond Compound after 6 micron ASF-AW stage.
MRE
Synthetic flock sprayed on a flexible waterproof carrier. A more heavy duty pad for use with 6 micron Kemet Diamond Compound and finer.
NSH-B
A short nap pad with woven backing used for metallographic and some optical polishing operations. Commonly used with Kemet Diamond Compound 3 Micron and finer.
NLH
A very soft, flocked polishing pad made with absorbent viscose fibres bound with a polyurethane resin on a woven cotton substrate. It is intended for final polishing with abrasive slurries or diamond compound 3µm or finer.
Chem H
Buffed polyurethane with microscopic voids, laminated to a non-woven substrate. A more closed pore structure which gives a longer life time and higher stock removal. The very fine fibres are mainly horizontally oriented and they make the pad more dense. Ideal polishing pad for use with colloidal silica chemical mechanical polishing.
LIL-Plus
A long nap synthetic pad. Commonly used with 3 micron Kemet Diamond compound or finer.
Selvyt SR
A cotton pad of medium nap with a single pile. Available only as non-adhesive.
Kan
High quality woven textile made of 100% wool. This pad gives excellent flatness and high quality polished finishes when used with diamond compounds from 1-6 Micron. For intermediate and final polishing of ferrous and non-ferrous metals and polymers.
Metallographic Disc Storage Unit
Storage unit for protecting polishing pads, discs and cutting wheels with a diameter of up to 300mm
Dimensions - 320 x 251 x 332 mm (WxHxD)
Number of draws - 9
Product code - 363211
