This sample preparation method has long been used to help protect the sample edge during the various stages of preparation. 
Cost is minimal and samples can be processed in a few minutes. Better for next automatic grinding & polishing.

MetPhe-100 Phenolic/Bakelite Resin
Poor edge retention, high shrinkage, available in many colors

Description	Pack	Part Number
Black	1 kg	02-011001
Green	1 kg	02-012001
Red	1 kg	02-013001
Black	4 kg	02-011004
Green	4 kg	02-012004
Red	4 kg	02-013004
Black	20 kg	02-011020
Green	20 kg	02-012020
Red	20 kg	02-013020

MetSEM-120 Graphite Phenolic Resin

Description	Pack	Part Number
Black	1kg	02-021001
Black	4kg	02-021004
Black	20kg	02-021020

MetEpo-200 Epoxy Resin
Fair edge retention, moderate shrinkage, available in many forms

Description	Pack	Part Number
Black	1kg	02-031001
Black	4kg	02-031004
Black	20kg	02-031020

MetTrans-300 Acrylic Resin
Fair edge retention, moderate shrinkage, transparent

Description	Pack	Part Number
Black	1kg	02-041001
Black	4kg	02-041004
Black	20kg	02-041020

MetDAP-400 Acrylic Resin Diallyl Phthalate Resin
Fair edge retention, moderate shrinkage, transparent

Description	Pack	Part Number
Black	1kg	02-051001
Black	4kg	02-051004
Black	20kg	02-051020