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PetroThin® Gravity-Fed Precision Sectioning Machine

8″ [203mm] Tabletop Cutter & Grinder for Thin Sectioning

The PetroThin Thin Section Machine is a versatile, 8″ [203mm] tabletop cutter and grinder, perfectly suited for crafting thin sections of a wide range of materials, including bone, ceramics, concrete, petrographic samples, and more. Utilizing a diamond blade for re-sectioning and a cup grinding wheel for reducing to thin sections, this machine prioritizes precise control to deliver results that conventional sectioning and grinder-polisher equipment simply can't. For optimal results, complement your PetroThin with Buehler's high-performance diamond / CBN blades and cup grinding wheels for a solution that sets the standard.

±5µmPrecision Grinding
8in [203mm]Wheel Diameter
1/3 Hp [250W]Motor Power
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Buehler PetroThin gravity-fed precision sectioning machine — 8 inch tabletop cutter and grinder

Buehler PetroThin — gravity-fed tabletop precision sectioning & grinding machine

PetroThin Benefits

Built for high-quality thin sections with precise, hands-on control at every step.

High Quality Thin Sections

  • PetroBond apparatus simplifies sample mounting, preparing them for processing
  • Precision blade sections larger samples down to size, ready for grinding
  • Cup grinding wheel creates ultra-thin sections for detailed analysis

Precise User Control

  • Precision micrometer facilitates gradual material removal, enabling consistent creation of thin sections
  • Vacuum pump arm quickly secures samples in place
  • Sample arm seamlessly moves between cutting and grinding positions
Pairs with PetroVue. Complement your PetroThin with the PetroVue thin section viewer, which uses polarized light so you can easily monitor thickness and uniformity of the sample.

Ordering Information

Available in two voltage configurations. Contact Censico for current pricing and lead times.

PetroThin

Part NumberVoltage
38-1450-160115VAC, 60Hz
38-1450-250220VAC, 50Hz

Technical Specifications

Full specification sheet for the Buehler PetroThin.

PetroThin
Voltage / Frequency115VAC @ 60Hz, 220VAC @ 50Hz, 1 phase
Motor Power1/3 Hp [250W]
Wheel Diameter8in [203mm]
Precision Grinding±5µm
Wheel Speed38-1450-160: 220rpm · 38-1450-250: 2100rpm
ComplianceCE

Applications & Industries Served

The PetroThin is used wherever labs need precise, ultra-thin sections that conventional sectioning and grinder-polisher equipment can't achieve.

Typical Applications

  • Petrographic thin sectioning of rock and mineral samples
  • Thin sectioning of bone and biological materials
  • Ceramic and concrete thin sectioning
  • Detailed microstructural analysis under polarized light
  • Research requiring precise, repeatable material removal

Industries Served

Geology & Petrography Academic & Research Institutions Construction Materials Testing Biomedical & Osteology Research Government & Defence Labs Quality Control Laboratories

Accessories & Compatible Consumables

Pair the PetroThin with genuine Buehler consumables and accessories for optimal cut and grind quality.

Buehler Diamond / CBN Blades Cup Grinding Wheels PetroBond Mounting Apparatus PetroVue Thin Section Viewer

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Downloads

Product literature for the PetroThin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the Buehler PetroThin used for? ▾
The PetroThin is an 8-inch tabletop cutter and grinder used to craft thin sections of bone, ceramics, concrete, petrographic samples, and other materials, delivering results conventional sectioning and grinder-polisher equipment can't match.
How does the PetroThin create a thin section? ▾
It uses a diamond blade to re-section larger samples down to size, then a cup grinding wheel to reduce them to ultra-thin sections, with a precision micrometer controlling gradual material removal to ±5µm.
What materials can be processed on the PetroThin? ▾
The PetroThin is suited to a wide range of materials, including bone, ceramics, concrete, and petrographic (rock and mineral) samples.
What voltage options are available for the PetroThin? ▾
The PetroThin is available as part number 38-1450-160 (115VAC, 60Hz) or 38-1450-250 (220VAC, 50Hz).
Where can I buy a genuine Buehler PetroThin in India? ▾
Censico International Pvt. Ltd. is Buehler's exclusive distribution partner for the Indian Subcontinent. You can request a quote for the PetroThin directly through Censico, with pan-India delivery and technical support.

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