Buehler AbrasiMet XL Pro 18" Automatic Abrasive Cutter
The AbrasiMet XL Pro is Buehler’s most powerful floor-standing automatic abrasive cutter, engineered for the most demanding environments like steel plants and heavy machinery QC. Featuring a massive 13.4 HP [10kW] motor and an industry-leading 18-inch [457mm] blade capacity, it effortlessly sections large steel castings, crankshafts, and irregular parts up to 7 inches in diameter. The 49-inch wide chamber provides ample room for the largest workpieces.
Equipped with SmartCut™ load control and unique Planar Cutting Mode, it delivers burn-free, high-quality metallographic surfaces even on the hardest alloys. The intuitive 10.5″ touchscreen allows operators to program complex serial sectioning routines, ensuring consistent slices for high-volume production testing.
Technical Specification of Buehler AbrasiMet XL Pro
Performance & Capacity
| Motor & Drive | |
| Motor Power | 13.4 Hp [10 kW] |
| Blade Capacity | 14" [356mm] - 18" [457mm] |
| Blade Speeds |
14": 2100 rpm 16": 1900 rpm 18": 1860 rpm |
| Max Cutting Capacity | |
| 14" Blade | 5 in [127 mm] Dia. |
| 16" Blade | 6 in [152 mm] Dia. |
| 18" Blade | 7 in [178 mm] Dia. |
| Control & Modes | |
| Cut Types | Chop (Z), Y-Feed, Planar, Manual, SmartCut™ |
| Operation | Automatic & Manual |
| Laser Alignment | Green Laser (520nm Class 2) |
| Lighting | 4 LED Strips (Bright Chamber) |
Dimensions & Utilities
| Travel & Chamber | |
| Blade Movement | Horizontal (X), Linear (Y), Vertical (Z) |
| Max Sample Width | Up to 49 in [1245 mm] |
| Table Clearance | 7.7" to 9.7" (Depending on Blade) |
| Physical Size | |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) |
54 x 50.7 x 75 in [1372 x 1288 x 1905 mm] |
| Recirculation Tank | 45 gal [170 L] (Filtered) |
| Power & Safety | |
| Main Power | 380-480VAC, 3-Phase, 50/60Hz |
| Main Current | 25 Amp @ 460VAC |
| Safety Features | Interlock Hood, E-Stop, 2-Hand Op (Open Door) |
| Compliance | CE Directives |
Key Features & Benefits of Buehler AbrasiMet XL Pro
Key Features
- 18-inch Blade Capacity: Largest in class (457mm) for sectioning 7" diameter parts.
- Planar Cutting Mode: Unique synchronized Y-feed and Z-chop for extreme cuts.
- Serial Sectioning: Automated X-axis slicing for creating multiple wafers.
- Green Laser Alignment: High-visibility laser (520nm) for accurate cut setup.
- SmartCut™ Control: Auto-adjusts feed rate to prevent motor stall and burns.
User Benefits
- Massive Capacity: 49-inch wide chamber fits huge, irregular steel castings.
- Process Reliability: SmartCut prevents broken blades and wasted samples.
- Easy Clean-up: Overhead washdown & filtered recirculation tank (45gal).
- Safety First: Heavy-duty interlock hood and emergency braking system.
- Enclosed Motor: Keeps coolant and metallic debris out of critical components.
| AbrasiMet XL Pro - Ordering | ||
|---|---|---|
| Part Number | Voltage | Request a Quote |
| 10-2320-400 | 380-480VAC, 50/60Hz | REQUEST A QUOTE |
Consumables and Accessories
Vising for Abrasive Saws and Cutters
Abrasive Blades for Abrasive Saws
Coolants for Sectioning Machines
For AbrasiMatic 300
The AbrasiMet XL Pro features an industry-leading 18-inch (457mm) blade capacity, allowing it to section solid samples up to 7 inches (178mm) in diameter. The spacious chamber (49" wide) accommodates extremely large and irregular parts like crankshafts and heavy castings.
Planar Cutting Mode is a unique feature that combines Y-axis table feed with simultaneous Z-axis chopping. This minimizes the contact arc between the wheel and the sample, significantly reducing heat generation. It is essential for cutting hard alloys without burning or stalling the 13.4 HP motor.
The AbrasiMet XL Pro is a dedicated floor-standing abrasive cutter. It measures 54" W x 75" H and weighs 1750 lbs, designed to sit directly on the factory floor for maximum stability during heavy-duty sectioning.
This heavy-duty machine requires a 3-phase power supply of 380-480VAC (50/60Hz) and draws approximately 25 Amps. It is not compatible with standard 200-240V supplies without an external transformer.
Yes, the AbrasiMet XL Pro includes a programmable X-axis movement. Operators can set up the machine to automatically slice multiple wafers of precise thickness from a single sample without manual repositioning, ideal for high-volume quality control.
