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Flagship mini electrical probe stage
Compact design to fit on Raman, optical microscope, reflection FTIR microscope
-190°C - 400°C with liquid nitrogen cooling option
28 mm × 30 mm sample area
Sealed chamber with vacuum capability
4 independent electrical probes with manual positioning
Optional triaxial connection for pA measurement
Optional additional feedthroughs
HCP421V-PM
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DESCRIPTION
The HCP421V-PM is a vacuum-tight, temperature-controlled probing stage capable of heating and cooling between -190ºC and 400ºC. 4 independent electrical probers are manually positioned onto the sample, which rests on a 28mm x 30mm silver thermal block. Electrical heating provides precision temperature control up to 400ºC under vacuum or ambient conditions, while Instec's optional LN2-P system enables sample cooling via LN2 circulation down to -190ºC.
The HCP421V-PM vacuum-tight chamber is rated to 9.9*10^-3 mBar for prevention of condensation or oxidation while heating/ cooling. The chamber also supports a positive-pressure gas purge up to +0.5 Bar for reactive gasses or humidity control.
This miniature probing stage is ideal for performing electrical device or materials characterization, and can easily be used with optical instruments to add temperature control capabilities to almost any optical tool.
Upgrade to the HCP421V-PM+ model to access advanced customization options such as additional electrical feedthroughs, transmission apertures, triaxial/ SMA connector options, custom lids and much more.
For more information on INSTEC probing solutions, check out our full Electrical Probing Solutions Catalog!
Upgrade to the HCP421V-PMH non-paramagnetic probing chamber to perform Hall Effect studies with simultaneous precision temperature control and atmospheric control.
NOTE: Pictures/ specifications for reference only - product design and specifications are subject to change without notice at any time, and may differ from photos/ specs on this page. Specifications are finalized at time of purchase.
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THERMAL FEATURES
Temperature Control
mK2000 with programmable precision LVDC output to minimize electrical noise
Thermal Block
Silver thermal block for superior thermal uniformity
Minimum Temperature
-190°C (with optional liquid N2 cooling)
Maximum Temperature
400°C
Temperature Sensor
100 Ω Platinum RTD
Maximum Heating Rate
+30°C per minute at 100°C
Maximum Cooling Rate
-40°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 - 150W max (Not including LN2 system or water cooling accessory)
Software
Windows 10/11 software to record and export temperature-time data
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ELECTRICAL FEATURES
Electrical Probes
Four (4) DC to 500 MHz electrical probes (200V /1A max)
- Prober material options such as tungsten-rhenium, beryllium-copper, or other materials
- 25um or 5um tip radius options
- Additional standalone electrical feedthroughs available by request
Probe Positioning
Manual cantilever probes independently positionable to any point of the sample area before sealing chamber. Ideal for pad sizes larger than 600 um x 600 um*
*Smaller pad sizes require -MP or -MPS models
Connectors
Coaxial BNC connectors for HCP421V-PM base-model
Floating, triaxial or SMA connectors available with HCP421V-PM+ model
Sample Surface
Electrically grounded sample area*
(*Floating or triaxial options for back-biasing available with HCP421V-PM+ customizable model)
Non-magnetic Construction
Contains Para-magnetic materials within 100mm of sample area. See HCP421V-PMH model for better Hall-effect comptatability
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OPTICAL FEATURES
Optical Access
Optical access to sample via reflection only
* Transmission aperture may be available with HCP421V-PM+ customizable model
Optical Windows
Removable and exchangeable windows permit full-spectrum transparency.
Window options include Soda-lime, quartz (default), CaF2, etc...
Minimum Objective Working Distance
8.5 mm
Top Aperture
-Ø18 mm (standard), with Ø22mm window
-Ø28 mm (optional), with Ø31.75mm window
-Ø38mm (optional), with Ø42mm window
Top Viewing Angle
±48° from normal
Window Defrost
External top window defrost
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STRUCTURAL FEATURES
Sample Area
28 mm x 30 mm
(50mm x 50mm option available, contact us about the HCP402SV-PM)
Chamber Height
5.5 mm, max sample height of 2.5mm*
*Optional spacer/ custom lid for increasing maximum sample height available with HCP421V-PM+ customizable model
Sample Access
Quick-access cover with spring-loaded screws.
Optional sample clips available for improved thermal contact, or for vertical mounting
Atmosphere Control
Supports evacuation down to at least 10^-3 mBar
Supports positive pressure gas purge up to +0.5 Bar to control humidity, condensation, and oxidation
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
Horizontal or Vertical mounting capability. 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
180 mm x 130 mm x 27 mm*
*Overall device footprint may exceed these dimensions, be sure to consult a sales@instec.com to ensure fitment into optical instruments
Weight
1500 g light-weight aluminum body
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OPTIONS
Active Sample Cooling - None (Standard) - LN2-P4D3 cooling sytsem
Window aperture - 18mm (22mm glass) (Standard) - 38mm (42mm glass) Window Material - Quartz Glass (Standard) - BaF2 Glass for IR - Soda Lime Glass - ZnSe Glass for IR - CaF2 Glass for IR - Saphire Glass for UV/IR Sample Mounting - Threaded Holes (Standard) - Add set of 2 sample clips Enviromental Control Ports - 1x SS bellows with KF-16 flange + one blank
(Standard)
- Straight/ right angle quick-connect ports - 2x SS bellows with KF-16 flange + one blank
Mounting Adapters - L-Brackets (Standard) - Vertical - Horizontal
- Vertical with rotation Electrically Biased Sample Area - Grounded (Standard) - Floating with Coax feedthrough Temperature Controller - mK2000B with LVDC output (Standard) Upgrade to HCP421V-PM+ or HCS421V-PM+ for full customization options. Customizations include:
- KBR, Kapton or Teflon Windows - Custom lids - Temperature limit increase - Angled windows - Custom sample holders
... And much more! The Standard options above can be chosen during purchasing without the need for a custom design. Pricing varies per option, and per combination of options, so contact sales@instec.com for more information.