STX-201 Precision Endless Diamond Wire Saw with Digital Micrometer and Adjustable Sample Stage for Fragile Crystal Cutting
The STX-201 is engineered to meet the demanding requirements of cutting valuable, delicate, and fragile crystalline materials with high precision and minimal surface damage. It is especially suited for materials such as SrTiO3, YVO4, and GaAs with diameters less than 1 inch. This wire saw employs either a diamond-impregnated wire or a plain wire with abrasive slurry to achieve smooth and accurate cuts.
The saw features a sample stage capable of 360-degree horizontal rotation and a 30-degree tilt, allowing versatile positioning of the specimen. The stage travel distance is up to 50.8 mm (2 inches), controlled by a digital micrometer head with a travel length of 2 inches and an accuracy of ±0.01 mm (10 microns). This precise positioning facilitates controlled cutting depth and repeatability.
Key Features
- One-piece loop-type diamond wire (840 mm length, 0.4 mm diameter) included for immediate use.
- Diamond blade dressing stone supplied to maintain wire sharpness during cutting.
- Wire traveling speed adjustable from 0 to 3 meters per second for optimized cutting conditions.
- Rotational speed adjustable between 50 and 900 rpm to accommodate various materials.
- Sample stage size of 80 x 51 mm with 360° rotation and 30° tilt for flexible sample orientation.
- Requires anti-corrosive coolant during operation to prevent wire damage and machine corrosion.
- Power supply compatible with AC 110–220 V, 50/60 Hz, consuming 50 W.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Stage Travel Distance | Max. 50.8 mm (2″) |
| Sample Stage Size | 80 x 51 mm |
| Stage Rotation and Tilt | 360° horizontal rotation, 30° tilt |
| Positioning Accuracy | ±0.01 mm (10 microns) with 2″ digital micrometer |
| Wire Traveling Speed | 0–3 m/s |
| Rotational Speed | 50–900 rpm |
| Diamond Wire | Loop-type, 840 mm length, 0.4 mm diameter, diamond-coated |
| Maximum Cutting Thickness | Up to 50 mm |
| Power Supply | AC 110–220 V, 50/60 Hz, 50 W |
| Certification | CE certified; optional UL/CSA inspection available |
Typical Applications
The STX-201 is ideal for precision cutting of fragile and valuable crystals used in research and semiconductor industries, including strontium titanate (SrTiO3), yttrium orthovanadate (YVO4), gallium arsenide (GaAs), and similar materials requiring minimal mechanical stress during sectioning.
Configuration & Operating Notes
The standard package includes the main wire saw unit, a rotatable and tiltable sample holder, a cross vise for sample securing, a diamond loop wire, a diamond blade dressing stone, driving belt, wax bulk, resin bonded ceramics for sample holding, screwdrivers, hex wrenches, fuse, leading and tension wheels, water pipes, a digital micrometer head, AC power cord, and an operation manual.
Proper use of anti-corrosive cutting fluids is essential to prevent wire breakage and machine corrosion. Oil-based coolants or lubricants with water pumps are recommended; tap water should be avoided. For cutting sticky materials, frequent sharpening of the diamond wire using the dressing stone is advised. The wire is consumable and should be replaced as needed.
Careful installation and gravity balancing of the wire are critical to avoid breakage. The machine should be cleaned after each use to maintain performance and longevity.
Dimensions & Shipping
| Product dimensions | of the sample stage; 80 x 51 mm |
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