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|ImageOne = Diamond-Lattice_Eleftheria-Roumeli.jpg | |ImageOne = Diamond-Lattice_Eleftheria-Roumeli.jpg | ||
|ImageTwo = TA-915B-Critical-Point-Dryer.jpg | |ImageTwo = TA-915B-Critical-Point-Dryer.jpg | ||
|InstrumentType = [[Equipment_List#Support | |InstrumentType = [[Equipment_List#Support_Tools|Support Tools]],<br>[[Equipment_List#Substrate_Processing|Substrate Processing]] | ||
|RoomLocation = B211 Steele | |RoomLocation = B211 Steele | ||
|LabPhone = 626-395-1538 | |LabPhone = 626-395-1538 | ||
|PrimaryStaff = [[ | |PrimaryStaff = [[Alireza Ghaffari]] | ||
|StaffEmail = | |StaffEmail = alireza@caltech.edu | ||
|StaffPhone = 626-395- | |StaffPhone = 626-395-3984 | ||
|Manufacturer = Tousimis | |Manufacturer = Tousimis | ||
|Model = 915B | |Model = 915B | ||
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== Description == | == Description == | ||
For the preparation of nano-electromechanical structures as well as for the preparation of biological specimens, we operate a critical point dryer that prevents surface tension damage in nanostructures when removing | For the preparation of nano-electromechanical structures as well as for the preparation of biological specimens, we operate a critical point dryer that prevents surface tension damage in nanostructures when removing them from etching or sample preparation solutions. Critical point drying is also a very common technique for the preparation of cell and bacteria samples before imaging with an electron microscope. | ||
===== Applications ===== | ===== Applications ===== | ||
* Prepare biological specimens for e.g. microscopy | * Prepare biological specimens for e.g. microscopy | ||
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== Resources == | == Resources == | ||
===== SOPs & Troubleshooting ===== | ===== SOPs & Troubleshooting ===== | ||
* [https://caltech.box.com/s/ | * [https://caltech.box.com/s/5hx3yl02u6yqxygs5af5gak34rok7hvk Tousimis 915B - SOP & Troubleshooting] | ||
===== FBS Reservation Rules:===== | |||
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! !! Advanced Res (days) !! Limit per Res (hrs) !! Limit per week (hrs) | |||
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| Weekday || 7 || 4 || 12 | |||
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| Weeknight || 7 || 6 || 18 | |||
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| Weekend || 14 || 6 || 18 | |||
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''' For reservations that DO NOT follow the reservation policy, email the tool manager BEFORE scheduling.''' | |||
'' Your reservation can be cancelled at any time by the tool manager if it does not follow the tool reservation policy.'' | |||
===== Manufacturer Manual ===== | ===== Manufacturer Manual ===== | ||
* [https://caltech.box.com/s/hkk7dboewyp9dr32i7f0fww6yaspcd3h Manual] | * [https://caltech.box.com/s/hkk7dboewyp9dr32i7f0fww6yaspcd3h Tousimis Automegasamdri 915B Manual] | ||
===== Manufacturer Website ===== | |||
* [https://tousimis.com/ Tousimis.com] - Main page. | |||
* [https://tousimis.com/critical_point_dryers/EM_sample_holders.html Tousimis.com] - Tousimis page for general sample holders. | |||
*Tousimis can also fabricate special holders upon request. | |||
* [https://tousimis.com/critical_point_dryers/wafer_holders.html Tousimis.com] - Tousimis page for wafer and chip holders. | |||
== Specifications == | == Specifications == | ||
===== Manufacturer Specifications ===== | ===== Manufacturer Specifications ===== | ||
* [https://caltech.box.com/s/hkk7dboewyp9dr32i7f0fww6yaspcd3h | * [https://caltech.box.com/s/hkk7dboewyp9dr32i7f0fww6yaspcd3h Tousimis Automegasamdri 915B Manual] | ||
===== Notable Specifications ===== | ===== Notable Specifications ===== | ||
* Accommodated Sizes: Pieces & wafers up to 6" | * Accommodated Sizes: Pieces & wafers up to 6" | ||
Latest revision as of 16:54, 2 June 2025
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Description
For the preparation of nano-electromechanical structures as well as for the preparation of biological specimens, we operate a critical point dryer that prevents surface tension damage in nanostructures when removing them from etching or sample preparation solutions. Critical point drying is also a very common technique for the preparation of cell and bacteria samples before imaging with an electron microscope.
Applications
- Prepare biological specimens for e.g. microscopy
- Protect 3D-printed structures from surface tension damage in post-lithography processing
Resources
SOPs & Troubleshooting
FBS Reservation Rules:
| Advanced Res (days) | Limit per Res (hrs) | Limit per week (hrs) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekday | 7 | 4 | 12 |
| Weeknight | 7 | 6 | 18 |
| Weekend | 14 | 6 | 18 |
For reservations that DO NOT follow the reservation policy, email the tool manager BEFORE scheduling. Your reservation can be cancelled at any time by the tool manager if it does not follow the tool reservation policy.
Manufacturer Manual
Manufacturer Website
- Tousimis.com - Main page.
- Tousimis.com - Tousimis page for general sample holders.
- Tousimis can also fabricate special holders upon request.
- Tousimis.com - Tousimis page for wafer and chip holders.
Specifications
Manufacturer Specifications
Notable Specifications
- Accommodated Sizes: Pieces & wafers up to 6"