Unparalleled Fixturing Versatility

The unique design of the TechCut 5x™ allows the user to quickly and easily switch between T-slot and X-axis indexing tables.

The greater surface area of the T-slot table is more suitable for larger samples, while indexing tables provide quantitative X-axis positioning between the sample and blade for precision sectioning applications.

This flexibility enables quick breakdown and setup of fixturing when dealing with a wide range of sample shapes and sizes.

Joystick Sample Positioning

The joystick, with three programmable speed ranges and proportional control, allows the user to position the table quickly and accurately while observing the sample as it moves into position.

Hand Wheel Sample Positioning

The hand wheel is utilized to slowly feed delicate samples into the blade to minimize damage, allowing the user to “feel” the sectioning operation. It is also convenient for blade dressing. When not in use, the folding black knob rests inside the wheel hub to avoid entanglement.

Automatic Sample Feed

During the cutting process, adaptive force control optimizes the feed rate throughout the sectioning process, allowing the operator to select force (low, medium or high) or feed rate as the preference for control.

As thicker or harder regions of the sample pass through the blade, resistance will increase. The adaptive control lowers the feed rate as it passes through this region and raises it when it detects less resistance. If the closed-loop monitoring system senses abnormal motor loads or blade binding, the table is retracted and the cutting cycle is stopped, reducing blade binding/breakage.

Cut depth can be set up to 8"/200 mm in 0.01"/0.2 mm increments. Feed rate is programmable from 0.01" to 5" (0.2 mm to 125 mm) per minute.

Dual Purpose Blade Flanges

The included 2" (50 mm) and 3" (75 mm) flanges accommodate blades between 3" (75 mm) and 8" (200 mm) in diameter, with either a 0.5" (12.7 mm) or 1.25" (32 mm) ID arbor hole.

When reversed, the outer flange features a step-arbor to allow use of blades with a 1.25" (32 mm) arbor hole.

LCD Touchscreen

The 7" color LCD touchscreen is used to control all functions and is extremely easy to navigate, allowing greater efficiency among users.

LED Illumination

LED illumination inside the cover allows easy observation of the sectioning process through the large viewing windows.

Large Cutting Compartment

With a 5" (125 mm) clearance to the left-hand side of the blade and 6" (150 mm) to the right side, long and/or large parts are easily accommodated.

The T-slot table provides 2" (50 mm) of clearance beneath the spindle, and the X-axis tables provide 3" (75 mm) of clearance.

Wash-Down Hose

The wash-down hose is used to clean the cutting compartment. A quick-connect fitting on the end of the coolant nozzle bridge allows the hose to be connected for temporary use and disconnected for storage.

Easy Blade Changes

A spindle lock button holds the rotating hub in place while a specially designed wrench loosens the retaining nut. This allows blades to be quickly and easily changed.

Blade Dressing

Loaded/clogged blades can easily be dressed to resume optimal cutting performance. The quick-slide vise or vertical clamp is used to hold the dressing stick, which is then manually fed into the blade using the hand wheel.

T-Slot Table

The T-slot table allows the use of a wide range of clamping and fixturing options available to accommodate a variety of sample shapes and sizes.

Measuring 7.75" W x 8.25" D (195 x 210 mm), it is machined from aluminum billet and fitted with stainless tops for durability

Table Clamp

Flat samples up to 0.25" (6 mm) thick can easily be secured to the T-slot table with these height adjustable clamps.

Vertical Adjusting Clamp

The vertical adjusting clamp can be positioned in any orientation throughout the T-slots in the table. The height adjustable lever allows various size samples up to 2.25" (57 mm) to be secured. Interchangeable pads allow handling of a variety of sample shapes. One (1) angled pad and one (1) flat pad are included.

Quick-Slide Vise

Made of hardened 17-4 stainless steel, the quick-slide vise features a lead-screw that disengages for quick and easy operation. Removable Delrin inserts (included) are ideal for holding brittle or delicate samples. The vise mounts directly to the indexing or T-slot tables.

X-Axis Indexing Tables

The X-axis indexing tables allow quantitative positioning for sectioning in precise locations. Two resolution options are offered: 25 µm (coarse) and 5 µm (fine). Coarse positioning is more applicable for metallurgical sectioning applications, while fine positioning is more suitable for tight geometry requirements usually found in microelectronic failure analysis and dicing applications.

Both feature 4" (100 mm) of travel and a 0.5" (12.7 mm) center-threaded mounting interface for maximum fixture positioning versatility. The easy-to-read indexing dial can be rotated to allow zeroing of the scale.

Quick-Slide Vise

Made of hardened 17-4 stainless steel, the quick-slide vise features a lead-screw that disengages for quick and easy operation. Mounts directly to the indexing or T-slot tables.

Removable delrin inserts (included) are ideal for holding brittle or delicate samples. (Vise riser #5-5515 shown above.)

Saddle Clamp

These stainless steel saddle clamps provide single or dual clamping for cross-section cuts. They mount directly onto the indexing tables and can be spaced at different widths for versatility. V-notches on both sides of the clamp hold parts securely in place.

Cam-Lock Fixture Adapte

These stainless steel saddle clamps provide single or dual clamping for cross-section cuts. They mount directly onto the indexing tables and can be spaced at different widths for versatility. V-notches on both sides of the clamp hold parts securely in place.

Rotational Cutting Attachment

The rotational cutting attachment, which mounts directly to the indexing or T-slot tables, enables sample rotation during a cut. Its benefits include:

• Increased sample thickness capacity
• Shortened cutting time
• Reduced blade/motor load
• Reduced heat on the sample
The sample can be rotated continuously or oscillated through the cut. All fixtures shown on page 10 are included.

Dicing Rotation Stage

The dicing rotation stage (shown mounted on #5-5730 Z-axis stage and #5-5325 fine indexing table) allows 360° rotational positioning of flat substrates. Samples are mounted to the borosilicate glass insert using wax, which is secured with setscrews for quick attachment and removal. It can be mounted directly to the indexing tables, or to the Z-stage to control cutting depth.

Teardrop Holder

The teardrop holder secures various sized mounts from 25 mm to 2" diameter. It is mounted to the indexing tables for precise location sectioning, and positions the mount at the center of the blade.

Fixture Rotation Stage

The fixture rotation stage (shown with #5-5525 vise) allows angle cutting in 2° increments. A variety of fixtures can be mounted to provide rotational adjustment of the sample relative to the blade. It mounts directly to the indexing tables or Z-axis stage.

Z-Axis Stage

The Z-axis stage (shown mounted on #5-5325 fine indexing table with #5-5540 dicing rotation stage) allows vertical positioning of the sample relative to the blade. It provides 2" (51 mm) of Z-travel with 5 µm increments. The platform has a 0.5" center-threaded mounting interface for stage/fixture positioning versatility, and it mounts directly to the indexing tables.

External Filtration System

With a reusable/cleanable 75 µm stainless steel filter, this filtration system is designed for applications where excessive debris is generated during sectioning operations (plastics, resins, composites, ferrous metals). This filter is only to be used with an internal reservoir (IR) system.

Internal Reservoir, 1.25 Gallon (4.7 L)

An internal 1.25-gallon (4.7 L) stainless steel reservoir sits beneath the cutting platform. An internal pump draws coolant from the reservoir through a filtered intake designed to prevent clogging.

Water Flow-Through System

The flow-through version of the TechCut 5x™ is configured for continuous, non-recirculating flow of water, typically preferred for applications where purity is essential, such as wafer/ substrate dicing. It requires connection to a pressurized water source and drain.

External Reservoir, 7 Gallon (26.5 L)

The 7-gallon (26.5 L) recirculating coolant system is constructed of corrosion resistant materials for maximum durability. The reservoir fits conveniently in the available cabinet, or can be placed near the machine in existing lab furniture. A removable catch screen enables quick cleaning of larger particles. Baffles inside the reservoir trap particulates. The optional roller cart (included with cabinet) allows easy transfer for cleaning.

Rotational Attachment Fixtures

Cabinet/Stand