Leica RM2245 instruction manual Holder for round specimens

6.Optional accessories

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

92

91

• To mount the required insert (89.1-3) turn the

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

clamping ring (90) clockwise.

• To orient the inserted sample, insert the pin

89.3

90

67

93

(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.

• To lock it in the position you have chosen,

tighten the pin (92) by turning it clockwise.

Fig. 36

44 Instruction manual V 1.4 – 02/2007