Mount Extraction Press
for 2-Part Mold Cups
Components
Overview
Toggle Clamp Handle
Push-Pull Toggle Clamp
Vertical Support
Extension
2-Part Mount Insert (one shown)
Base Plate
The mount extraction press features a moveable plunger with various inserts supported by a flat base.
When used properly, the mount extraction press can remove mounted samples from molds for continued metallurgical processing. This results in eliminating the need to use a rubber mallet or excessive mold release to release mounted samples from a mold.
Operation
The press can be used with 2-part mold cups of sizes 1" to 2", or 25 mm to 50 mm.
If working with 1" or 25 mm mounting cups, install the extension piece onto the plunger (Figure 1). For all other mold sizes, the extension can be stored on the base plate.
Place the 2-part mounting cup on its side underneath the plunger, then apply a gentle force to the sidewall of the mounting cup (Figure 2). The cup can be rotated slightly, then gentle force applied once more. The mount should begin to separate from the side of the mold.
At this point, the bottom cap of the 2-part mounting cup should be easy to remove by hand. If it is still difficult, repeat the process.
Once the bottom cap is removed, the mount should be easy to remove by hand. If it is still difficult, select the appropriately sized mount insert. Place the mounting cup on the mount insert, then place this configuration under the plunger.
Using the lever, apply a downward force to remove the mount from the mounting cup (Figure 3). Even if the mount is not fully detached, it can be separated from the cup by hand.
Figure 2
Figure 1
In Use Stored
Figure 3
