Buehler
Ecomet 3000 Variable Speed
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What it is
The Buehler EcoMet 3000 Variable Speed Grinder Polisher is a metallographic sample preparation machine designed for grinding and polishing material specimens. The machine features a low-profile design with a 203 mm (8 inch) aluminum platen and a universal mount. The EcoMet 3000 is a variable speed grinder-polisher.[1][2]
How it works
The EcoMet 3000 operates by rotating an aluminum platen covered with abrasive paper or polishing cloth at a user-adjustable speed. The platen speed can be set between 10 and 500 rpm. A pop-up water dispensing arm can be positioned over the platen, and a flow control valve regulates the amount of water dispensed for cooling and lubrication during grinding or polishing.[1]
What do the numbers mean?
Control & software1
Configuration & options5
Vintage & configurations
Documented models & variants
| Designation | Generation | Vintage | Changes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EcoMet 3000 S | — | — | Low speed variant: maximum speed 80 rpm, minimum speed 1 rpm. | scribd.com[2] |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the platen size of the Buehler EcoMet 3000?
The EcoMet 3000 has a 203 mm (8 inch) aluminum platen.[1]
What is the platen speed range of the EcoMet 3000?
The platen speed ranges from 10 to 500 rpm.[1]
Does the EcoMet 3000 have a water dispensing system?
Yes, the machine includes a pop-up water dispensing arm with a flow control valve to regulate water delivery.[1]
Not publicly documented
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No publicly documented production dates or lifecycle milestones (introduction, end of production, EOL) for the Ecomet 3000 Variable Speed are on record.
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The control-system platform and OS era of the Ecomet 3000 Variable Speed are not on record.
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No publicly documented failure modes or field errata for the Ecomet 3000 Variable Speed are on record.
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The process node or technology generation of the Ecomet 3000 Variable Speed is not on record.
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No publicly documented compatible parts, consumables, or accessories for the Ecomet 3000 Variable Speed are on record.
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Sources & citations
Sources (3)Every fact above is drawn from these public sources
- [1]engineering.case.edu — engineering.case.eduengineering.case.edu
- [2]scribd.com — scribd.comscribd.com
- [3]Equipment inventory listing
Last updated Aug 20, 2026.
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