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Gatan Model 656 Dimple Grinder
Produces thin circular dimples in materials for transmission electron microscopy (TEM)
Eligibility
Prerequisites
- Users must have an active Badger account
- Must complete Moore 184 safety orientation
- Read and understand the SOP
- Schedule and complete one in-person training session with the sample prep staff
Overview
Produces transmission electron microscopy (TEM) specimens by creating a thin circular dimpled region in the sample. Most metals can be thinned down to 20 microns, while ceramics and semiconductors can be thinned down to 3 microns.
- Dial indicator with stylus and analog display
- Micrometer drive connected to a digital display
- Grinding wheel
- Polishing wheel
- Double sided dimpling
Application
Embed SOP
System Specifications
| External Power | Input voltage = 100 - 240 VAC, Output voltage = 24VDC, Power = 30 W |
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| Power Jack | DC input voltage = 24VDC, DC input current = 1.25A |
| Stereo Microscopy Power Jack | Output voltage = 24VDC, Output current = 0.4A |
Mechanical Polishing