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  "title": "Minitom cutting equipment",
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  "company": "Struers",
  "category": "Lapping, honing & superfinishing",
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  "source_url": "https://www.struers.com/en/products/cutting/cutting-equipment/minitom",
  "content_html": "<h2>Minitom cutting equipment | Struers.com</h2><p>An automatic tabletop cut-off machine for mineralogical and ceramic samples, with a maximum workpiece size of 30x40mm. A low-speed cut-off machine, the Minitom is ideal for precision materialographic and metallographic cutting and sectioning in small laboratories.</p><h2>Minitom</h2><h2>Small, automatic precision cutting machine for gentle sectioning of delicate workpieces</h2><img src=\"/files/struers-file-31ec35cdf8cecec43ad42fd7/minitom-1024x665-px.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"/files/struers-file-968850434a412faa9fd38523/minitom-lab-cooling-water-tank-1024x665px.png\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"/files/struers-file-0b26abeef5b0e3f34e65648f/minitom-no-background-1024x665px.png\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><h2>Minitom</h2><p>Workpieces up to 30 x 40 mm</p><p>High-precision tabletop machine</p><p>Low speed protects against heat deformation</p><p>Accuracy of +0.01 mm</p><p>75-125 mm (3-5’’) CBN and diamond cut-off wheels</p><p>A small, low-speed, automatic precision cutting machine for sectioning delicate materialographic workpieces that can’t tolerate the heat generated by high-speed cutting. The gravity feed design allows for sectioning of various material types, with high accuracy and reproducibility. Minitom is designed with speed and efficiency in mind. The simple design means it only takes a few minutes to setup a cut, and the machine can be set to stop automatically once the cut is done, giving you more time to work on other tasks.</p><h2>How does Minitom support your Cutting Process?</h2><h3>Get a high-quality cut in delicate materials</h3>\n<p>With Minitom, you can section small and delicate materialographic workpieces that can’t tolerate the heat generated by high-speed cutting. Whatever type of material your work with, the gravity feed design enables you to section deformation-free samples with high reproducibility.</p>\n<h3>Work with extremely high accuracy and precision</h3>\n<p>Minitom enables you to section workpieces to an accuracy of +0.01 mm using the micrometer screw, making it ideal for small pieces that require high precision.</p>\n<h3>Work fast to increase your throughput and efficiency</h3>\n<p>Minitom is designed with simplicity in mind, enabling you to work fast. It only takes a few minutes to fix the workpiece and set the stop position, cutting pressure and cut-off wheel rotational speed – so you can cut more pieces in less time and increase overall efficiency. See the additional features in the brochure</p><img src=\"/files/struers-file-6d3cdfaad11c1287e6d0fdc8/minitom-compact-974x1400-px.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><p>Get a high-quality cut in delicate materials</p><p>Work with extremely high accuracy and precision</p><p>Work fast to increase your throughput and efficiency</p><img src=\"/files/struers-file-1f98ae18f2ab4fb4796a7195/minitom-movable-arm-1024x759-px.png\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><p>This arm acts as a steelyard with two weights. One balances the specimen holder with the specimen; the other is used to set the exact cutting pressure. During cutting, the arm is guided down over the cut-off wheel using the pressure from the cutting weight.</p><h2>Movable specimen holder arm</h2><img src=\"/files/struers-file-529426fa90eb3bd49811761e/minitom-specimen-constant-speed-1024x759-px.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><p>Select the required cut-off wheel rotational speed and the motor will ensure the speed remains constant, even at high loads. For extra protection against damage, the sectioning pressure can be selected independently from the weight of the workpiece.</p><h2>Constant speed, even at high loads</h2><img src=\"/files/struers-file-b32fb357f1d48a9fe84d171d/minitom-overload-alert-1024x759-px.png\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><p>The overload indicator gives a visual warning if the cutting procedure needs to be stopped. To protect the motor from overload, thermal overload protection switches off the motor if the heat gets too high.</p><h2>Avoid thermal overload</h2><img src=\"/files/struers-file-c52f9e3366ace2e20134b17e/minitom-cutting-stop-setting-1024x759-px.png\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><p>Minitom can be adjusted to stop sectioning at any stage of the operation (e.g. when the material is cut through) giving you more time to work on other tasks. Just set the task up and set Minitom running – then come back when the job is done.</p><h2>Cutting stop setting</h2><img src=\"/files/struers-file-5afdb92a71684094d883c221/minitom-easy-specimen-retrieval-1024x759-px.png\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><p>To help protect your sample from heat deformation, the entire cutting process is liquid-cooled. The cooling liquid drains back into the coolant tank. For easy cleaning, the coolant tank is simple to remove.</p><h2>Cut-off wheel cooling tank</h2><h2>Facts</h2><h2>Model types</h2><p>Struers’ equipment is in conformity with the provisions of the applicable international directives and their appurtenant standards. \nStruers’ products are subject to constant product development. Therefore, we reserve the right to introduce changes to our products without notice.</p><img src=\"/files/struers-file-6da8289457f18e6fadb8cd49/minitom-974x410-px.png\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><strong>Minitom</strong><br>\nMinitom is a low-speed precision cut-off machine for sectioning small and delicate materialographic workpieces that can’t tolerate the heat generated by high-speed cutting. It can handle various material types and comes with a universal specimen holder and flange set (65 mm diameter and 42 mm diameter). <br>\nCut-off wheels, cutting fluid and additional specimen holders are ordered separately.<table>\n    <tbody>\n        <tr>\n            <td colspan=\"2\">\n            <h3>Specimen holder arm</h3>\n            </td>\n        </tr>\n        <tr>\n            <td>Balance weight </td>\n            <td>200 g / 7 ounces</td>\n        </tr>\n        <tr>\n            <td>Cutting weight</td>\n            <td>350 g / 12 ounces </td>\n        </tr>\n        <tr>\n            <td colspan=\"2\"><h3>Cut-off wheel </h3>\n                    </td></tr>\n        <tr>\n            <td>Size</td>\n            <td>75 - 125 mm / 3 - 5” </td>\n        </tr>\n        <tr>\n            <td>Arbor size</td>\n            <td>12.7 mm / 0,5” </td>\n        </tr>\n        <tr>\n            <td>Rational speed</td>\n            <td>100 - 420 rpm </td>\n        </tr>\n        <tr>\n            <td>Cutting capacity </td>\n            <td>30 x 40 mm / 1.2” x 1.6”</td>\n        </tr>\n        <tr>\n            <td>Motor power</td>\n            <td>38 W</td>\n        </tr>\n        <tr>\n            <td>Controls</td>\n            <td>Touchpad and turn knob</td>\n        </tr>\n        <tr>\n            <td>Recirculation cooling tank</td>\n            <td>250 ml / 0.07 gallons</td>\n        </tr>\n        <tr>\n            <td>Noise level</td>\n            <td>L<sub>PA</sub> = 58 dB(A) </td>\n        </tr>\n        <tr>\n            <td>Surrounding temperature</td>\n            <td>5 - 40° C / -13 -131° F </td>\n        </tr>\n        <tr>\n            <td>Humidity</td>\n            <td>Less than 95 % RH non-condensing </td>\n        </tr>\n        <tr>\n            <td colspan=\"2\"><h3>Supply</h3>\n            \n        </td></tr>\n        <tr>\n            <td>Voltage / frequency</td>\n            <td>100 - 240 V / 50 - 60 Hz </td>\n        </tr>\n        <tr>\n            <td>Safety</td>\n            <td>In compliance with all relevant EU directives</td>\n        </tr>\n        <tr>\n            <td colspan=\"2\"><h3>Dimensions and weight </h3></td>\n\n        </tr>\n        <tr>\n            <td>Width</td>\n            <td>28 cm / 11\"</td>\n        </tr>\n        <tr>\n            <td>Depth</td>\n            <td>40 cm / 15.7\"</td>\n        </tr>\n        <tr>\n            <td>Height</td>\n            <td>40 cm / 15.7\" </td>\n        </tr>\n        <tr>\n            <td>Weight</td>\n            <td>8 kg / 17.6 lbs.</td>\n        </tr>\n    </tbody>\n</table>\n<br><h2>Get your Technical Data Sheet for Minitom</h2><h2>Minitom Technical Data Sheet</h2><p>A short and clear description that gives you an immediate overview to help you make the best choice of equipment.\r\n\r\n•\tCapacity and performance specifications\r\n•\tDimensions and weight\r\n•\tElectrical data\r\n•\tNoice levels\r\n•\tSafety</p><img src=\"/files/struers-file-b96d30fa7ea0453989feac5c/new-tech-sheets-icon.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><p><a href=\"/records/struers-library-sds-struers-com-66278\">Minitom Technical Data Sheet</a></p><h2>Get your brochure for Minitom</h2><h2>Get your brochure for Minitom</h2><p>Get the full introduction, descriptive visuals, and key feature descriptions to help you qualify your choice of equipment.\n\n•\tExplanatory fotos\n•\tKey feature descriptions\n•\tTechnical Data Sheet</p><img src=\"/files/struers-file-a22858a294a68fe349d82ef9/new-brochures-icon.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><p><a href=\"/files/struers-file-1889ddb0bd35f5862a4c5f79/cutting-brochure-clippings.pdf\">Related resource</a></p><p>A small, low-speed, automatic precision cutting machine for sectioning delicate materialographic workpieces that can’t tolerate the heat generated by high-speed cutting. The gravity feed design allows for sectioning of various material types, with high accuracy and reproducibility. Minitom is designed with speed and efficiency in mind. The simple design means it only takes a few minutes to setup a cut, and the machine can be set to stop automatically once the cut is done, giving you more time to work on other tasks.</p><p>Read more</p><p>Read more Minitom</p>",
  "summary": "An automatic tabletop cut-off machine for mineralogical and ceramic samples, with a maximum workpiece size of 30x40mm. A low-speed cut-off machine, the Minitom is ideal for precision materialographic and metallographic cutting and sectioning in small laboratories.",
  "sections": [],
  "updated_at": "2026-10-17"
}