Facilities

This lab equipped with several optical microscopes for basic sample observation and advance image recording.

Gatan 691 precision ion polishing system

Ion Guns: Two penning ion guns with miniature rare earth magnets
Ions: Argon ions
Milling angle: +10° to -10°
Sample size: 3 mm
Mounting: DuoPost (clamp type & Glue type)
Rotation: 1-6 rpm
Beam Modulation: Single or double
Attachment: Auto terminator

Recommended materials: Ceramics, Semiconductors, non conducting materials, Cross sectional samples

Gatan 656 Dimple Grinder

Specimen Mount: Rotating magnetic table
Grinding Method: Mechanical thinning
Sample size: 3 mm
Depth Measurement: Digital and analog reading
Counter weight: 0 to 50 gm
Depth Control: Auto stop
Attachment: 4oX light microscope

Recommended materials: Ceramics, Semiconductors, non conducting materials, Cross sectional samples

Advance Plasma Cleaning System (Gatan Solarus 950)

Purpose: Removal of hydrocarbon contamination on TEM/SEM specimens
Operation: Simple and easy
Plasma Recipe: H2/O2, Ar/O2, Ar/H2
Cleaning Time: 10 Sec to few Mins

Recommended materials: Final cleaning of TEM and SEM samples