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3 function – BUCHI Mixer B-400 User Manual

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BUCHI

Mixer B-400

3 Function

3 Function

The process is based on the

simultaneous disintegration

and mixing of sample materials with volumetric reduction, using
two high-speed blades in a beaker.

The materials used are also suitable for the purposes of

trace

element analysis. In this case you should consult the matrix
of materials in Section 9, Appendix.

Starting point: Sample material in the beaker, the beaker in
position, the safety door closed.

• Beaker plus contents move up to the cutter.

• As soon as the whole cutter is inside the beaker, it begins to

rotate.

• When the cutter reaches maximum speed, the beaker plus

contents move up to the cutter.

• The membrane pressure automatically accomodates the

sample volume.

• The sample is disintegrated and mixed simultaneously.

• The beaker plus contents moves down far enough for the

cutter to coast to a stop while inside the beaker.

• The beaker plus contents moves down away from the cutter.

Position of the controls and indicators

Power switch

Rocker button

Guard door

Shaft lock button

Door latch

Cover

Diaphragm seal holder

Diaphragm seal

Cutter, complete

Glass holder, complete

Figure 5: Positions and designations of the Mixer’s controls and indicators