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Advanced dual-sided thermal stage
-190°C to 400°C
Fits 25mm x 75mm microscope slides or smaller via exchangeable sample tongues
Integrated sample XY positioning
Achieve highest possible uniformity with dual-sided heating and cooling
Atmospheric control for condensation prevention
The HCS402VXY-D is an advanced thermal stage with best-in-class performance. With a unique top-and-bottom heating/ cooling block structure, this stage is capable of controlling vertical temperature gradients even for thick samples. Each thermal block is capable of precision temperature control from -190°C up to 400°C. The vacuum-tight chamber can be evacuated to prevent condensation formation. A 3mm diameter thru-hole transmission aperture provides transmitted-light access for microscopy and spectroscopy. Sample XY positioning is provided via the integrated micrometers, which allows for the sample to be moved relative to the transmission aperture.
The HCS402VXY-D is a high-performance thermal stage for applications that require the best-possible temperature control for optical microscopy and spectroscopy.
Temperature Control |
mK2000 with programmable precision switching PID method |
Thermal Block |
Clear anodized aluminum |
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 - 600W max |
Software |
Windows software to record and export temperature-time data |
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 |
19.5mm ( 8.5mm with sample shims) |
Minimum Condenser Working Distance |
13 mm |
Cover Window Apertures |
27 mm diameter aperture with 31.75mm Quartz glass window |
Top Window Aperture |
5mm diameter aperture with 7mm diameter Quartz glass window |
Top Viewing Angle |
±10° from normal |
| Bottom Window Aperture | 3 mm diameter aperture with 7mm diameter Quartz glass window |
Bottom Viewing Angle |
±11° from normal |
Transmission Aperture |
3 mm diameter (4mm option available with customization) |
Window Defrost |
Integrated top and bottom window defrost |
Sample Area |
40 mm x 40 mm (45mm x 50mm with inner lid) |
Chamber Height |
10mm |
Sample Positioning |
10 mm fine travel with Vernier XY dials for remote manipulation in sealed chamber |
Atmosphere Control |
Sealed chamber with vacuum capability to control humidity, condensation, and oxidation. Rated for at least 9.9*10^-3mBar vacuum pressure when using appropriate vacuuum pump (turbomolecular pump reccomended). Includes 1x stainless steel vacuum bellows + 1x machinable aluminum blank by default. Secondary vacuum bellows available by request. |
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 |
240 mm x 90 mm x 62 mm |
Weight |
2000 g |