Providing samples for analysis using the Cameca SX100
What can be analysed?
Materials should be:
- dry
- stable under a vacuum
- capable of withstanding temperatures of up to 80°C
Unsuitable samples include:
- wet materials
- those with high vapour pressures
- gels
- organic materials
- materials that decompose at low temperatures
Sample preparation
Samples need to be:
- polished - either as circular blocks or thin sections
- carbon coated
Samples to be prepared (cut, mounted and polished) should be presented to the Preparation Laboratory at least 4 weeks prior to the Cameca SX100 booking.
Sample sizes that can be accommodated
Polished blocks
- 25mm diameter (maximum of 6)
- 30mm diameter (1 position only)
- 32mm diameter (1 position only)
- 40mm diameter (2 positions only)
Polished thin sections
- 48mm x 26mm (up to 4 sections)
- 48mm x up to 80mm
- 25mm diameter
Contact details
For further information or to arrange to use the instrument contact:
John Spratt
Tel: +44 (0)20 7942 5522
Fax: +44 (0)20 7942 5811
Email