YANRUN AXQ-100Y Intelligent Automatic Cold Mounting Press

Overview

The YANRUN AXQ-100Y Intelligent Automatic Cold Mounting Press is an engineered solution for high-fidelity, reproducible specimen encapsulation in metallurgical, ceramic, polymer, geological, and electronic materials laboratories. Unlike hot-compression mounting systems—which rely on thermosetting resins activated by elevated temperature and pressure—the AXQ-100Y employs a precision-controlled cold-mounting methodology. This process utilizes low-viscosity, two-component epoxy or acrylic resins that cure at ambient or mildly elevated temperatures (up to 210 °C), minimizing thermal distortion, phase transformation, or interfacial delamination in heat-sensitive specimens such as soft metals, PCBs, elastomers, composites, and micro-cracked or porous samples. The system’s dual isolated mounting chambers enable parallel preparation of two independent specimens under identical or independently programmed parameters—enhancing throughput without cross-contamination risk. Its fully automatic hydraulic press mechanism ensures consistent, repeatable compaction force (typically 10–20 MPa range, per industry-standard cold-mounting protocols), while integrated recirculating water cooling maintains resin exotherm within optimal curing windows.

Key Features

• Fully automated cold-mounting cycle: programmable heating, pressure application/release, sample elevation, and timed water-cooling—all synchronized via industrial-grade PLC and intuitive color touchscreen interface.
• Dual isolated mounting chambers: physically separated cavities with independent temperature and pressure control logic, supporting concurrent preparation of dissimilar specimens (e.g., metal + polymer) without thermal or chemical interference.
• Motorized vertical sample stage: precise, repeatable elevation during resin infiltration and post-cure demolding—critical for edge retention and dimensional stability in small or irregularly shaped specimens.
• Recirculating water chiller integration: 40 L reservoir with automatic timer-based cooling activation, enabling controlled exothermic management for sensitive resins (e.g., low-shrinkage epoxies) and preventing bubble entrapment or void formation.
• Modular die compatibility: standardized mounting diameters (Ø25, 30, 40, 45 mm) with optional custom tooling—ensuring seamless integration with downstream semi-automated grinding/polishing systems requiring uniform specimen geometry.
• Robust mechanical architecture: cast-iron frame with reinforced hydraulic cylinder assembly, designed for >100,000 operational cycles under continuous laboratory use conditions.

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

The AXQ-100Y accommodates a broad spectrum of specimen types—including ferrous and non-ferrous metals, sintered ceramics, fiber-reinforced polymers, geological thin sections, semiconductor wafers, and multi-layer printed circuit boards—without inducing thermal artifact or mechanical deformation. Its cold-mounting capability complies with ASTM E3-22 (Standard Guide for Preparation of Metallographic Specimens) and ISO 15510:2021 (Metallographic specimen preparation — Cold mounting procedures). For regulated environments (e.g., ISO/IEC 17025-accredited labs or GMP-compliant QC facilities), the PLC-based control system supports audit-ready parameter logging, user access levels, and timestamped cycle records—facilitating traceability in accordance with GLP and FDA 21 CFR Part 11 requirements when paired with validated data export protocols.

Software & Data Management

The embedded HMI (Human-Machine Interface) provides real-time visualization of all active process variables: chamber temperature (±0.5 °C accuracy), hydraulic pressure (±0.2 MPa), elapsed time, cooling status, and motor position feedback. Each mounting cycle is automatically assigned a unique identifier and stored locally with full parameter history (including operator ID, resin type selection, and start/stop timestamps). Data export is supported via USB 2.0 port in CSV format for integration into LIMS or QA documentation workflows. Optional Ethernet connectivity enables remote monitoring and centralized fleet management across multi-instrument laboratories—without proprietary software dependencies.

Applications

• Metallurgical quality assurance: embedding of as-cast, heat-treated, or welded joints for grain size analysis, inclusion rating (ASTM E45), and phase distribution mapping.
• Ceramic and composite R&D: stabilization of brittle, low-toughness substrates prior to cross-sectional SEM/EDS analysis or nanoindentation testing.
• Electronics failure analysis: void-free encapsulation of solder joints, wire bonds, and die-attach interfaces for delamination and crack propagation studies.
• Geological petrography: consolidation of friable rock chips or mineral aggregates for polished section preparation and quantitative modal analysis.
• Polymer morphology characterization: transparent acrylic mounting of phase-separated blends or filled thermoplastics for optical microscopy and polarized light evaluation.
• Regulatory compliance testing: generation of standardized mounts for ISO 6508 (Rockwell hardness) or ASTM E92 (Vickers microhardness) test specimen conditioning.

FAQ

What resin types are compatible with the AXQ-100Y?
Epoxy, acrylic, and polyester cold-mounting resins—both standard and low-shrink formulations—are fully supported. Resin viscosity must be ≤1500 mPa·s at 25 °C for optimal cavity fill under automatic pressure-assisted infiltration.
Can the AXQ-100Y perform hot mounting?
No—it is purpose-built for cold mounting only. Its maximum heating capability (210 °C) serves resin post-cure stabilization or accelerated curing of select acrylic systems—not thermoset compression molding.
Is validation documentation available for IQ/OQ/PQ protocols?
Yes. Factory-provided Installation Qualification (IQ) templates and Operational Qualification (OQ) test procedures—including temperature uniformity mapping, pressure calibration verification, and cycle repeatability assessment—are supplied with each unit.
How is edge retention ensured for fragile specimens?
Through synchronized motorized sample elevation during resin infusion, combined with programmable dwell time under sustained hydraulic pressure—enabling capillary-driven infiltration without turbulent flow or air entrapment at specimen boundaries.
Does the system meet CE or UL safety standards?
The AXQ-100Y conforms to IEC 61000-6-2 (EMC immunity) and IEC 61000-6-4 (EMC emissions), and carries CCC certification for the Chinese market. CE marking is available upon request for EU-distributed units with localized risk assessment documentation.