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For optical microscopy and spectroscopy
-190°C - 400°C with liquid nitrogen cooling option
Large 38 mm × 50 mm sample area ideal for standard 25mm x 75mm glass slides
Integrated XY sample positioning
Sealed chamber with gas purging capability [0.5 Bar positive pressure]
Rough-vacuum compatibility [1mBar]
HCS302GXY
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DESCRIPTION
The HCS302GXY features a gas tight sample chamber which can be purged to prevent condensation or to make measurements under a controlled atmosphere. The silver thermal block is controllable from -190°C to 400° with a temperature stability of ±0.05°C. The 50mm x 50mm sample area is ideal for 25mm x 75mm glass slides which can be externally positioned using the integrated XY micromanipulators. Top and bottom dual pane windows are removable and exchangeable to meet a range of spectroscopic needs. An optional inner thermal cover is also included for work requiring ultra-high temperature stability and uniformity (reduces sample area to 45mm to 50mm).
Upgrade to the HCS302GXY+ customizable model to enable customizations such as transmission aperture adjustment, vertical mounting capabilities, electrical feedthroughs, custom sample holders and much more!
The HCS302GXY is a versatile and budget-friendly option for experiments requiring atmospheric control.
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THERMAL FEATURES
Temperature Control
mK2000 with programmable precision switching PID output
Sample Thermal Cover
Removable Inner sample cover with additional window
Minimum Temperature
-190°C (with optional liquid N2 cooling)
Maximum Temperature
400°C
Temperature Sensor
100 Ω Platinum RTD
Maximum Heating Rate
+100°C per minute at 100°C
Maximum Cooling Rate
-50°C per minute at 100°C
Minimum Heating and Cooling Rate
±0.01°C per minute
Temperature Resolution
0.01°C
Temperature Stability
±0.05°C (>25°C), ±0.1°C (<25°C)
Power supply
Universal power input - 300W max
Software
Windows software to record and export temperature-time data
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OPTICAL FEATURES
Optical access
Reflection and transmission capability
Optical windows
Removable and exchangeable quartz glass windows permit full-spectrum transparency. Other options such as IR compatible or Kapton windows are available by request
Minimum Objective Working Distance
6.6 mm
Minimum Condenser Working Distance
14.7 mm
Top Window Aperture
27 mm diameter aperture with 31.75mm Quartz glass window
Top Viewing Angle
±55.0° from normal
Bottom Window Aperture 16 mm diameter aperture with 20mm Quartz glass window
Bottom Viewing Angle
±17.5° from normal
Transmission Aperture
2 mm diameter (4mm option available with customization)
Window Defrost
External top window defrost, Integrated bottom window defrost
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STRUCTURAL FEATURES
Sample Area
50 mm x 50 mm (45mm x 50mm with inner lid)
Chamber Height
4.3 mm without removeable inner cover
2.1 mm with removeable inner cover
Sample Positioning
10 mm fine travel with Vernier XY dials for remote manipulation in sealed chamber
Atmosphere Control
Supports positive pressure gas purge up to 0.5 Bar to control humidity, condensation, and oxidation
Supports rough vacuum down to 1mBar
Frame Cooling
Integrated frame cooling with optional chiller system
Mounting
Base model includes tapped holes on frame and removable side-mounted L-Brackets. Horizontal mounting adaptors available for select instruments, or by custom design
Frame Dimensions
177 mm x 90 mm x 25 mm
Weight
1090 g
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OPTIONS
HCS302GXY Base-Model Options
Add-on options for the HCS302GXY base model are listed below. These items can be added at any time, and can even be installed by the end-user in the field. When adding a cooling system to an existing HCS302GXY system, it may be necessary to upload a new parameter file to the temperature controller.
Active Sample Cooling
The standard HCS302GXY supports precision temperature control from room temperature to 400°C. Enable active sample cooling with one of our LN2
suction-pump cooling systems to enable active cooling rates as high as -50°C/min and a lower temperature limit of -190°C.
Note: When cooling below -60ºC, it is highly recommended to utilize the gas tight stage body to prevent condensation and ice formation
- Add LN2-P4D3 Cooling System
4-stage LN2 suction pump cooling system with 3L LN2 Dewar
PN: LN2-P4D3
- Add LN2-P8D10 Cooling System
8-stage LN2 suction pump cooling system with high-capacity 10L
LN2 Dewar
PN: LN2-P8D3
Window Material
The HCS302GXY utilizes removable and exchangeable windows to optimize performance for any wavelength. Base-model options are
shown below, but specialized options are available per request with the HCS302GXY+ model.
Note: The exact window part number depends on desired chamber lid, as multiple sizes are available
- Quartz Glass (Standard)
PN: WQ1
- BaF2 Glass for IR
PN: WBaF2
- ZnSe Glass for IR
PN: WZnSe
- CaF2 Glass for IR
PN: WCaF2
- Saphire Glass for UV/IR
PN: WSP
Sample Mounting
The HCS302GXY is typically used in a horizontal configuration with the integrated XY positioners and uses gravity to secure the sample against the thermal block. While the HCS302GXY is typically used with standard 25mm x 75mm glass slides, non-standard mounting solutions can be designed to accomodate sizes that are larger or smaller than a 25mm x 75mm glass slide.
Threaded holes on the sample area are included with each HCS302GXY base model, and can be used to mount a custom sample clamp to secure the sample in place, bypassing the XY mechanism. Alternativley, custom XY sample tounges can be designed to accomodate non-standard samples, while remaining compatible with the integrated XY positioners.
For more information, contact sales@instec.com and provide information on your ideal samples.
- Threaded holes on thermal block (Standard)
50mm x 50mm square hole pattern
PN: HCS302GXY
- Custom sample holders
Sample clamps and XY positioner tounges
PN: HCS302GXY-MTcustom+
Environmental Control
Replicate test conditions using the HCS302GXY's gas tight chamber and our RHC01 humidity controller.
- Very rough Vacuum [1 mBar]
/ +0.5 Bar gas-purge (Standard)
PN: HCS302GXY
- Add Humidity Control with RHC01
PN: RHC01
Mounting Adapters
Mounting adaptors allow the HCS302GXY to be easily mounted onto your optical instrument of choice. All HCS302GXY models include side-mounted
L-brackets and tapped holes on the base for easy mounting to any instrument. Optional mounting adaptors are available for Instec's TPM-CX40,
Olympus, Leica, and many more microscope models. For the full list of mounting adaptors, contact sales@instec.com.
- None (Standard)
- Horizontal
- Vertical (available with customization)
Special options for HCS302GXY+ customizable model
Upgrade to HCS302GXY+ for access to special options including:
Transmission Aperture
Some applications require larger transmission apertures than others- whether it be to see more of a sample, allow for more light transmission, or for
compatibility with specialized instruments. However, larger transmission apertures also result in larger thermal gradients across the observation area,
decreasing the temperature uniformity. Tune the HCS302GXY+ transmission aperture size to optimize the temperature uniformity while maximizing the
transmission aperture size.
- 2mm aperture (Standard)
- 4mm aperture
PN: AP4-HCS302GXY
Electrical Feedthroughs
For applications that require optical access with simultaneous temperature control and electrical testing, a range of gas tight electrical feedthroughs
may be added to the HCS302GXY+ customizable model. The HCS302GXY+ supports up to 2 additional standalone electrical feedthroughs, which may
consist of a combination of up to 2 of any electrical feedthrough types. BNC type feedthroughs are available in two configurations: Grounded, where the
outer BNC conductor is connected to earth ground for shielding, and Floating, where the outer BNC conductor is left floating relative to earth ground
allowing the shielding conductor to be used as a second signal conductor. The Floating BNC configuration includes a second pogo-pin terminal for
each feedthrough.
- No electrical feedthroguhs (Standard)
PN: HCS302GXY
- 1x or 2x Grounded BNC Connectors with pogo pin
terminals
PN: F1V-HCS302GXY
- 1x or 2x Floating BNC Connectors with 2x pogo pin terminals each
PN: F2V-HCS302GXY
- 1x or 2x machinable gastight blanks for DIY feedhtroughs
PN: F0V-HCS302GXY
- Customized standalone electrical feedthrough (DB-9, ribbon-cable, fiber optic, RF and much more!) Upgraded Temperature Controller Options
The HCS302GXY is designed for use with Instec's mK2000 series temperature controllers. While the switching PID controller is recommended for most
applications, in cases where low electrical noise is critical, the temperature controller may be upgraded to an LVDC output model. Furthermore, the
mK2000 itself can be customized with various add-on options such as additional monitoring sensors, analog voltage output and more....
- mK2000B with switching PID output (Standard)
PN: mK2000B
- mK2000B with LVDC output upgrade
PN: mK2000B-LVDC
- Additional monitoring sensor for mK2000B
PN: mK2000B-TMK
- Advanced controller upgrades (see mK2000B
page for details)
Ask sales@instec.com for more details
Custom Options
If you can imagine it, Instec can make it! Instec offers complete customization services to tailor any of our standard products to your unique application.
- KBr, Kapton windows with custom lid
- Custom covers
- SMA feedthroughs
- Floating surface area with Triaxial BNC
- Custom sample holder
... And much more!
Contact sales@instec.com for more information