Nor-Cal STS-TTC Sample Platen - Manual (Page 2)

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Product Description
The STS Sample Platen Entry/Storage/Exchange System is a mechanism which allows the experimenter greater capabilities in sample parameters.
The system may supply:
UHV loadlock sample system
Sample Platen Options
Basic platen
Heating to 600o C
Cooling by LN2 to <-100o C
Transferring type K TC (second TC available)
Intrinsic Heating platen
Split platen
Heating current to 20 amps on platen
LN2 cooling
Transferring type K TC
High Temperature Heating Platen
Capable of 2,000o C
LN2 Cooling
Transferring W-W/Re TC (in development)
/LR option platen
Heating to 1,200o C
Transferring type K TC (second TC available)
LN2 cooling
Improved thermal uniformity, extremes and rate of rise
Platen Dock options
Docks available to supply all utilities as required by above specifications
All docks accept all platens
All platen capabilities not supported
Platen Storage Rack
All platens can be stored in the storage system
Each storage rack accepts 3 or 4 platens, depending upon spring set used
4 racks are available via carousel
Transfer Arm
Transfer arm mounted on swing bellows assembly
Allows access to chamber
Allows access to second chamber or “vacuum suitcase” sample transporter
Allows access to sample storage rack carousel
This system uses the new STS-(*)-TTC/S platens only.