The sputter coater deposits a thin conductive layer on samples prior to scanning electron microscopy imaging.
Typical applications include:
- Preparation of biological samples for SEM
- Coating non-conductive materials
- Improving electron microscopy image quality
- Surface structure analysis
EQUIPMENT FEATURES | SPECIFICATIONS |
|---|---|
| Model | Leica EM ACE200 |
| Controls | Fully automated or fully manual modes |
| Features and Applications | Carbon source Sputter source : Au/Pd Planetary drive stage Sample stage with 18 positions for 1/2” SEM stubs (optional) Quartz crystal thickness measurement |
| Location | R2-038 |