The Gatan precision ion polisher system uses Argon ions to mill thins specimens to electron transparency for TEM. Samples are restricted to 3mm diameter disks.
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Location: Prep Lab G61 Stieff
Manager: Ken Livi, [email protected]
Manufacturer: Gatan Incorporated
Capabilities and Options:
- kV from 0.5 to 6.0
- Angles 1-15 degrees
- Cryomilling available
Location: Maryland Hall 15 (basement level)
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