Holder For Round Specimens - Leica RM 2235 User Manual

6.2.7 Holder for round specimens

The holder for round specimens is designed to accommodate cylindrical samples.
Inserts for specimens of 6, 15 and 25 mm diameter are available.
89.1
89.2
89.3
90
67
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• To mount the required insert (89.1-3) turn the
92
clamping ring (90) counterclockwise and
remove it.
• Place the required insert into the tension
ring (90) and screw the tension ring onto the
thread (91) by turning it clockwise.
• Mount the sample (67) and fix by turning the
91
clamping ring (90) clockwise.
• To orient the inserted sample, insert the pin
(92) into the bore (93) and rotate it counter-
clockwise to release the clamp. You can
now rotate the specimen so that the side
you want faces upwards.
93
• To lock it in the position you have chosen,
tighten the pin (92) by turning it clockwise.
Fig. 33
6. Optional accessories
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