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GRIDS
Consumables and Accessories
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GRIDS
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Athene range of grids is made to an exceptionally high standard and is re-
nowned for its quality. The grid bars are particularly sharp and the grids de-
signed with thin bars are carefully made so that the material is thick enough to
ensure good handling characteristics.
All the grids are packed in tubes of 100 unless otherwise specified.
Athene grid designs may be gilded or platinised. These precious metal coat-
ings are completely effective in screening the copper base from the specimen
and from chemicals used to treat the specimen. The gilded copper grids are
more robust and easier to handle than pure gold grids.
Athene Grids
Standard Patterns 3.05mm diameter, thickness about 12µm to 15µm
Athene M50: 50 mesh, holes 450µm square, 90% transmission
Copper G209
Nickel G209N
Gilded G209G
Platinised G209P

Copper G210
Nickel G210N
Gilded G210G
Platinised G210P
Athene Old150: 150 mesh, holes 150µm square, 72% transmission (0106)
Copper G201
Nickel G201N
Gilded G201G
Platinised G201P
Athene Old200: 200 mesh, holes 100µm square, 60% transmission

Copper G202
Nickel G202N
Gilded G202G
Platinised G202P
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Copper G203
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Nickel G203N
Gilded G203G
Platinised G203P

Copper G204
Nickel G204N
Gilded G204G
Platinised G204P
Standard Patterns, 2.3mm diameter, thickness about 12µm to 15µm

Copper G209-2
Nickel G209N2
Gilded G209G2
Platinised G209P2
Athene M75Old: 75 mesh, holes 320µm square, 83% transmission

Copper G210-2
Nickel G210N2
Gilded G210G2
Platinised G210P2
Athene 400: 400 mesh, holes 45µm square, 56% transmission

Copper G204-2
Nickel G204N2
Gilded G204G2
Platinised G204P2
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Thin Bar Grids

These grids have the advantage of high transmission. Available in 3.05mm di-
ameter only. Thickness about 12µm to 15µm.
Athene 200: 200 mesh, bar with 10µm, 86% transmission

Copper G2002
Nickel G2002N
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Gilded G2002G
Platinised G2002P
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Copper G2003
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Nickel G2003N
Gilded G2003G
Platinised G2003P

Copper G2004
Nickel G2004N
Gilded G2004G
Platinised G2004P
Thick Bar / Thin Bar Grids, 3.05mm diameter

Athene New100: 100 mesh, holes 235µm square
Copper G205
Nickel G205N
Gilded G205G
Platinised G205P

Copper G206
Nickel G206N
Gilded G206G
Platinised G206P

Copper G207
Nickel G207N
Gilded G207G
Platinised G207P
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Thick Bar / Thin Bar Grids, 2.3mm diameter

Copper G205-2
Nickel G205N2
Gilded G205G2
Platinised G205P2
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Copper G206-2
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Nickel G206N2
Gilded G206G2
Platinised G206P2
Multiple Slot & Hexagonal, 3.05mm diameter

Athene Robinson: 75µm wide slots, bar width 25µm
Copper G218
Nickel G218N
Gilded G218G
Platinised G218P
Athene Sjostrand: 75µm and 150µm wide slots

Copper G221
Nickel G221N
Gilded G221G
Platinised G221P
Athene Polyslot: four slots of width 350µm - 700µm

Copper G227
Nickel G227N
Gilded G227G
Platinised G227P
Athene Hexagon: 100 mesh, for maximum open area, 240µm across opening
Copper G214
Nickel G214N
Gilded G214G
Platinised G214P
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Multiple Slot & Hexagonal, 2.3mm diameter

Athene Robinson: 75µm wide slots, bar width 25µm
Copper G218-2
Nickel G218N2
Gilded G218G2
Platinised G218P2
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Athene Sjostrand: 75µm and 150µm wide slots

Copper G221-2
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Nickel G221N2
Gilded G221G2
Platinised G221P2
Athene Polyslot: four slots of width 350µm - 700µm

Copper G227-2
Nickel G227N2
Gilded G227G2
Platinised G227P2
Athene Hexagon: 100 mesh, for maximum open area, 240µm across opening
Copper G214-2
Nickel G214N2
Gilded G214G2
Platinised G214P2
Round Hole Grids, 3.05mm diameter

Athene 483: 240 mesh, holes 100µm diam. with central hole 150µm diam.
Copper G219
Nickel G219N
Gilded G219G
Platinised G219P
Athene AEI: 430 mesh, holes 35µm diam., spaced 75µm between centres
Copper G215
Nickel G215N
Gilded G215G
Platinised G215P
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Athene R20M: 750 mesh, holes 20µm diam. Supports for very thin specimens.
Copper G226
Nickel G226N
Gilded G226G
Platinised G226P
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Round Hole Grids, 2.3mm diameter

Athene 483: 240 mesh, holes 100µm diam. with central hole 150µm diam.
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Copper G219-2
Nickel G219N2
Gilded G219G2
Platinised G219P2
Athene AEI: 430 mesh, holes 35µm diam., spaced 75µm between centres
Copper G215-2
Nickel G215N2
Gilded G215G2
Platinised G215P2
Athene R20M: 750 mesh, holes 20µm diam. Supports for very thin specimens.
Copper G226-2
Nickel G226N2
Gilded G226G2
Platinised G226P2
Slot Grids, 3.05mm diameter

Slot 12.5µm: Slot 12.5µm wide, 2mm long
Copper G220-1
Nickel G220N1
Gilded G220G1
Platinised G220P1
Slot 25µm: Slot 25µm wide, 2mm long

Copper G220-3
Nickel G220N3
Gilded G220G3
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Platinised G220P3

Copper G220-4
Nickel G220N4
Gilded G220G4
Platinised G220P4
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Copper G220-5
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Nickel G220N5
Gilded G220G5
Platinised G220P5

Copper G220-6
Nickel G220N6
Gilded G220G6
Platinised G220P6
Slot 1000µ: Slot 1000µm wide, 2mm long

Copper G220-7
Nickel G220N7
Gilded G220G7
Platinised G220P7
Slot Grids, 2.3mm diameter

Copper G220-2
Nickel G220N2
Gilded G220G2
Platinised G220P2
Thick Grids, 3.05mm diameter

A special grade of slot grids is made with metal of double the normal thickness.
This ensures that specimens bridging the slot, which naturally sag a little, are
not destroyed by touching the surface on which the grid rests. Slots are 2mm
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Copper G220T6
Nickel G220TN6

Copper G220T7
Nickel G220TN7
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Hole Grids, 3.05mm diameter

Hole 100µm
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Copper G225-1
Nickel G225N1
Gilded G225G1
Platinised G225P1
Hole 200µm
Copper G225-2
Nickel G225N2
Gilded G225G2
Platinised G225P2
Hole 375µm
Copper G225-3
Nickel G225N3
Gilded G225G3
Platinised G225P3
Hole 600µm
Copper G225-4
Nickel G225N4
Gilded G225G4
Platinised G225P4
Hole 800µm
Copper G225-5
Nickel G225N5
Gilded G225G5
Platinised G225P5
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Hole 1000µm
Copper G225-6
Nickel G225N6
Gilded G225G6
Platinised G225P6
Hole 2000µm
Copper G225-7
Nickel G225N7
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Gilded G225G7
Platinised G225P7
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Folding Grids, 3.05mm diameter

These are particularly useful for containing thinned foils of materials which are
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too thick to adhere to a normal support film. The foils are sandwiched between
the two halves of the grid.
Athene D50: 50 / 50 mesh, holes 450µm square

Copper G211
Nickel G211N
Gilded G211G
Platinised G211P

Copper G212
Nickel G212N
Gilded G212G
Platinised G212P

Copper G213
Nickel G213N
Gilded G213G
Platinised G213P
Agar Grids
This is our standard grade of grid which is available in copper, nickel or gold,
all in vials of 100 except where indicated. Also available in copper with one side
flash coated with palladium for identification purposes. All are available in
3.05mm diameter and most in 2.3mm diameter.
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Square Mesh Grids, 3.05mm diameter

Square 50 mesh, 76% transmission
Copper G2050C
Nickel G2050N
Gold G2050A
Copper with one side flash coated with palladium G2050D
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Copper G2075C
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Nickel G2075N
Gold G2075A

Copper G2100C
Nickel G2100N
Gold G2100A

Copper G2150C
Nickel G2150N
Gold G2150A

Copper G2200C
Nickel G2200N
Gold G2200A
Centre mark 200 mesh, 72% transmission

Copper G2220C
Nickel G2220N
Gold G2220A
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Copper G2300C
Nickel G2300N
Gold G2300A

Copper G2400C
Nickel G2400N
Gold G2400A
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Square Mesh Grids, 2.3mm diameter

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Copper G2052C
Nickel G2052N
Gold G2052A

Copper G2072C
Nickel G2072N
Gold G2072A

Copper G2102C
Nickel G2102N
Gold G2102A

Copper G2152C
Nickel G2152N
Gold G2152A

Copper G2202C
Nickel G2202N
Gold G2202A
Copper with one side flash coated with palladium G2202D (0106)

Copper G2302C
Nickel G2302N
Gold G2302A

Copper G2402C
Nickel G2402N
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Gold G2402A
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Hexagonal Mesh Grids, 3.05mm diameter

An alternative to the standard square mesh pattern offering the maximum sup-
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port for any given mesh repeat distance. These grids have a mark in the rim
allowing for precise orientation of the grid in the electron microscope.
Hexagonal 100 mesh

Copper G2410C
Nickel G2410N
Gold G2410A
Hexagonal 200 mesh

Copper LZ 01853 KN
Nickel LZ 01854 KN
Gold G2450A
Hexagonal 400 mesh

Copper G2440C
Nickel G2440N
Gold G2440A
Parallel Bar Grids, 3.05mm diameter

These grids have a wide variety of uses and are especially useful for obtaining
sequential information from ribbons of sections. Also available with a single bar
which comes at 0 degrees through the centre of the grid. An asymmetrical cen-
tre mark allows the four quadrants of the grid to be located. The grids have a
mark in the rim to allow for precise orientation in the electron microscope.
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Parallel Bars, 50 lines

Copper G2010C
Nickel G2010N
Gold G2010A

Copper G2011C
Nickel G2011N
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Gold G2011A
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Copper G2012C
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Nickel G2012N
Gold G2012A

Copper G2013C
Nickel G2013N
Gold G2013A

Copper G2014C
Nickel G2014N
Gold G2014A

Copper G2015C
Nickel G2015N
Gold G2015A

Copper G2016C
Nickel G2016N
Gold G2016A
Parallel Bars, 50 lines, with single bar

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Copper G2017C
Nickel G2017N
Gold G2017A

Copper G2018C
Nickel G2018N
Gold G2018A
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Copper G2019C
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Nickel G2019N
Gold G2019A

Copper G2020C
Nickel G2020N
Gold G2020A

Copper G2021C
Nickel G2021N
Gold G2021A

Copper G2022C
Nickel G2022N
Gold G2022A

Copper G2023C
Nickel G2023N
Gold G2023A
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Rectangular Mesh, 3.05mm diameter

300 x 75 mesh
Copper G2375C
Nickel G2375N
Gold G2375A
400 x 100 mesh

Copper G2140C
Nickel G2140N
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Gold G2140A
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Hole Grids, 3.05mm diameter

Hole 150µm
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Copper G2615C
Nickel G2615N
Gold G2615A
Hole 600µm
Copper G2660C
Nickel G2660N
Gold G2660A
Hole 1000µm
Copper G2600C
Nickel G2600N
Gold G2600A
Hole 2000µm
Copper G2620C
Nickel G2620N
Gold G2620A
Thin Bar Grids, 2.3mm diameter

Thin Bar, 200 mesh, 84% transmission
Copper G2700C
Nickel G2700N
Gold G2700A

Copper G2720C
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Nickel G2720N
Gold G2720A

Copper G2730C
Nickel G2730N
Gold G2730A
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Thin Bar, 1000 mesh

Copper, tube of 25 G2780C
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Nickel, tube of 25 G2780N

Gold, tube of 25 G2780A
Finder Grids
Maxtaform Finder Grids, 3.05mm diameter
Type HF 15, 135 mesh, pitch 128µm
Copper G245
Nickel G245N
Type H-2, 200 mesh, pitch 127µm

Copper LZ 01855 KN
Nickel LZ 01856 KN
Gold, tube of 50 LZ 01857 KN
Type H-6, pitch 235µm

Copper G247
Nickel G247N
Thick Slot Grids

Thick Slot Grids, 3.05mm diameter, thickness between 40µm to 50µm
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Slot 1mm x 0.2mm

Copper G2560C
Nickel G2560N
Gold G2560A
Copper with one side flash coated with palladium G2560PD
Slot 1.5mm x 0.3mm

Copper G2561C
Nickel G2561N
Gold G2561A
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Slot 2mm x 0.4mm

Copper 1GC42S
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Slot 2mm x 0.5mm
Copper G2550C
Nickel G2550N
Gold G2550A
Slot 2mm x 0.75mm

Copper G2562C
Nickel G2562N
Gold G2562A
Slot 2mm x 1mm

Copper G2500C
Nickel LZ 01858 KN
Gold G2500A
Slot 2mm x 1.5mm

Copper G2563C
Nickel G2563N
Gold G2563A
Gilder Grids
Thin Carrier Grids
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This grids have a wide variety of uses and are especially useful in the jet-freez-
ing technique for mounting between two specimen carriers. Servers to accept
suspensions and emulsions and is used as an exact spacer between specimen
carrier sandwiches.
Thin Carrier Grid, 400 mesh, 3.05mm diameter
Gold, thickness 7 µm, tube of 20 LZ 01859 KN
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Grids of Other Metals

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Stainless Steel Grids

Stainless Steel, stamped out in 3mm diameter from a woven 200 mesh
Stainless Steel G241
Stainless Steel, etched, 3.05mm diameter

Square 75 mesh, tube of 25 G2116
Titanium Grids, 3.05mm diameter

Titanium Grids
75 mesh, tube of 25 G2990
300 x 75 mesh, tube of 25 G238
Titanium Folding Grids

100 x 100 mesh, tube of 25 G2105
200 x 200 mesh, tube of 25 G2106
100 x 300 mesh, tube of 25 G2107
Titanium Hole Grids

Hole 1000µm diameter, tube of 25 G2108
Molybdenum Grids, 3.05mm diameter

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Molybdenum Grids
100 mesh G235
Molybdenum Folding Grids

100 x 100 mesh, tube of 25 G2113
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Light Element Support Grids
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In order to reduce the background counts from the grid material in experiments
involving X-ray analysis, it is important to use support grids made from a ma-
terial of low atomic number.
Carbon Coated Nylon Grids, 3.05mm diameter

These are economical low background grids although they contain a small
amount of titanium. Since the grids are of woven construction they may exhibit
mechanical instability if subjected to an intense electron beam.
Carbon coated nylon grids, tube of 25 LZ 01860 KN
Carbon Composite Grids, 3.05mm diameter

These are rigid carbonaceous grids o 75 mesh. They have no titanium contam-
ination and are thermally stable.
Carbon composite grid, packed singly G240A
Aluminium Grids, 3.05mm diameter

Aluminium Grids
Square 200 mesh, tube of 25 G242A
Film Coated Grids

Carbon Support Films
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These support film have been prepared to provide a very convenient, ready-to-
use, specimen support. The carbon films are thin and highly transparent to
electrons. They are all checked under a light microscope to ensure that they
are of good quality. They are shipped in a box, which gives complete protection
and minimizes electrostatic charging problems when the lid is opened.
Carbon film on 200 mesh grid, 3.05mm diameter

Copper, box of 50 S160
Nickel, box of 50 S160N
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Gold, box of 50 S160A
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Copper, box of 50 S160-3
Nickel, box of 50 S160N3
Gold, box of 50 S160A3

Formvar / Carbon Films

These are thin cast films of Formvar strengthened with a thin evaporated layer
of carbon. This composite film has extra resilience and strength compared with
carbon, but is of course slightly thicker. It would be recommended where the
grid has to undergo a number of treatments while processing the specimen.
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Formvar / Carbon film on one slot grid, 3.05mm diameter,

Copper, slot of 2mm x 1mm, box of 50 LZ 01861 VN
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Carbon Coated QUANTIFOIL® Grids
The QUANTIFOIL-Carbon Films had been developed in 1996 at the Institute
for High Technology in Jena. The special features of these films are that the
hole parameters are pre-definable. According to the procedure protected by
the company QUANTIFOIL holey films can be produced with holes of different
shapes and sizes limited on y by the possibilities of semi-conductor lithographic
techniques. Caused by production it is possible that some films show scratch-
es. This cannot be avoided at the moment.
Quantifoil S7/2
These films have orthogonally arranged 7µm square holes and 2µm bars. The
foils are about 15nm thick.
Square holes 7µm with 2µm bars on 3mm grids, 200 mesh
Copper, pack of 10 S117-1
Nickel, pack of 10 S117-4
Gold, pack of 10 S117-7
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Square holes 7µm with 2µm bars on 3mm grids, 300 mesh
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Quantifoil R2/2
Foils with also orthogonally arranged holes, circular with a diameter of about
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2µm and a bar width of about 2µm. Thickness about15 nm.
Holes 2µm on 3mm grids, 200 mesh

Holes 2µm on 3mm grids, 300 mesh

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CALIBRATION STANDARDS AND

SPECIMENS
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CALIBRATION STANDARDS AND
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SPECIMENS
All microscopes include a scale or read-out on magnification which is helpful
for the purposes of routine application. However, it is not possible for such a
calibration to be as accurate as is required for quantitative results and the rapid
growth of automated measuring systems within the last decade has brought a
new importance to the standardization of magnification. There also continues
a need for specimens which permit the checking of instrument performance in
its various modes.
Magnification Standards suitable for both

Light Microscopy and SEM
Fine Mesh
This is available in copper, nickel or gold in 1000 and in nickel in 2000 mesh
(1000 or 2000 repeat distance per inch) i.e. 25µm and 12.5µm. This material is
not claimed to be of high accuracy over any one cell spacing. An average over
at least 20 spacings should be taken to give a reasonable accuracy.
1000 mesh copper, 25mm x 25mm G248C
1000 mesh nickel, 25mm x 25mm G248N
1000 mesh gold, 25mm x 25mm G248A
2000 mesh nickel, 25mm x 25mm G249N
1000 Mesh Grid

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This is useful for calibration magnifications up to 800 x. An average over at

least 5 lines will give 1.5% accuracy.
1000 mesh grid S1965
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2 B-2 CALIBRATION STANDARDS AND SPECIMENS

Calibration Specimens for SEM

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Planotec Silicon Test Specimen
This test specimen is made of single crystal silicon. The overall dimension is
5mm x 5mm. It is mar ed with clearly visible squares of periodicity 10µm. The
dividing lines are about 1.9µm in width and are formed by electron beam lithog-
raphy. A broader marking line is written every 500µm, which is a very useful
additional feature for light microscopy.
This is an excellent specimen for comparing magnification and assessing any
distortion in the image field. It is particularly useful in the context of automated
counting systems to check for unsuspected distortions.
Where critical measurements must be made the sample can be mounted di-
rectly onto the calibration specimen so that an internal calibration is obtained
on the micrograph.
Unmounted S1930
Unmounted, pack of 10 S1931
On 12.5mm pin type SEM stub S1932
On other stubs (specify) or on a ring to be placed on a stub S1933
For incident light microscopy S1934
A certificate of calibration can be supplied for the silicon test specimen if re-
quired at additional cost.
Critical Dimension (CD) Calibration Test

Specimen
CD Structure
Microscopists and engineers using high performance SEM will find this calibra-
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tion specimen useful. The 4.8mm x 4.5mm silicon standard has a series of
chess patterns with a side length of 48µm around its edges, useful for orienta-
tion.
The central area comprises four line patterns, each one clearly identified by its
pitch. Each pattern has five bars and spaces of equal pitch: 1.0µm, 2.0µm,
5.0µm and 10.0µm. Each standard is identified by a serial number.
CD structure 1-2-5-10µm specimen
Not certified, each S1995
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Certified by manufacturer, each S1996

Certified by government laboratory (German PTB), each S1997
CALIBRATION STANDARDS AND SPECIMENS 2 B-3

Magnification Calibration
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Polystyrene Latex Particles
These are in general too small to be useful for light microscopy but are in a
good size range for SEM. By mixing a suitable concentration of these particles
with particles of unknown size being studied it is possible to derive an internal
standard of size.
The particle sizes available are listed below, with the following standard devia-
tion on the particle size. Material: Polystyrene, vials of 5ml.
Mean diam. [µm] / Standard devision [µm] / Particle concentration [n/ml]
0.083 / 0.0190 / approx. 3.18 x 1012 S130-1
0.142 / 0.0040 / approx. 6.35 x 1011 S130-2
0.173 / 0.0068 / approx. 3.51 x 1011 S130-3
0.230 / 0.0077 / approx. 1.50 x 1011 S130-4
0.305 / 0.0084 / approx. 6.47 x 1010 S130-5
0.535 / 0.0670 / approx. 1.18 x 1010 S130-6
1.036 / 0.0161 / approx. 1.64 x 109 S130-7
SIRA Calibration Specimens
The SIRA calibration specimens have been specially prepared for scanning
electron microscopy. These are metal replicas of cross ruled gratings of area
(60mm²) with 19.7lines/mm for low magnification and 2160lines/mm for high
magnification calibration. These specimens can be used for specimen stage tilt
control calibration and to check on innate distortion. These specimens are ac-
curate to 1%.
Set of 2 on 12.5mm pin stubs S170
Set of 2 on other stubs (specify) S170A
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Resolution and Grey Level Test Specimens

SEM resolution is tested in terms if a combination of criteria, namely resolved
gaps and the number of grey levels in the image. This is to ensure that the res-
olution has not been distorted by using the contrast to maximize visibility of
edges. High-resolution images ideally should show fine detail together with a
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lack of noise evidenced by a good range of grey levels.

High Resolution Gold on Carbon Test Specimen

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For assessments of resolution in scanning electron microscopes we have de-

veloped a new format for the recognized gold-on-carbon test. The specimen is
suitable for rests of SE and BSE imaging and also for chemical mapping in
high-resolution systems such as an Auger scanning instrument.
Each specimen has a square grid pattern with large crystals in the centre of
each grid square and very fine crystals at the edges of each grid (as illustrated).
Hence medium and high-resolution gap test are performed on the same spec-
imen. In addition, the larger crystals show facets which allow an assessment of
the grey level reproduction available at high resolution.
Particle size range from approx. 5nm to 150nm.
HR Au-C test specimen on 12.5mm pin stub S168
HR Au-C test specimen on JEOL stub S168A
HR Au-C test specimen on ISI/ABT stub S168B
HR Au-C test specimen on Hitachi stub S168C
HR Au-C test specimen on customer‘s stub S168D
HR Au-C test specimen on thin carbon disc S168T
Ultra High Resolution - Gold on Carbon, < 2nm to 30nm
For very high resolution performance testing this specimen has a smaller gold
island particle size compared to the S168 specimen described higher. Suitable
for testing at instrument magnifications of 50‘000 and above. Particle size
range from < 2nm to 30nm.
Ultra HR test specimen (Au) on 12.5mm pin S1969
Ultra HR test specimen (Au) on JEOL stub S1969A
Ultra HR test specimen (Au) on ISI/ABT stub S1969B
Ultra HR test specimen (Au) on Hitachi stub S1969C
Ultra HR test specimen (Au) on thin carbon disc S1969T
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Medium Resolution - Aluminium -Tungsten Dendrites
The various spacings created by the dendritic structure give the gap test, and
the topographical arrangement of the dendrites leads to the grey level test. The
specimen is non-magnetic, vacuum clean, has no adverse reaction to the elec-
tron probe and requires no surface coating. It is most useful for working in the
probe size range of 25nm to 75nm. Supplied unmounted but can easily be at-
tached to a stub using an adhesive such as silver paint.
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SEM medium resolution and grey level test specimen S145

Pelco Prickly Gold

This specimen consists of 1000 mesh "prickly gold“ mounted on a stub, and is
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excellent for correcting astigmatism.
Prickly gold on 12.5mm stub S1968
Prickly gold on JEOL stub S1968A
Prickly gold on ISI/ABT stub S1968B
Prickly gold on Hitachi stub S1968C
Prickly gold unmounted S1968U
Magnification Calibration Specimens for TEM

Fine Copper, Nickel or Gold mesh
Suitable for the low magnification range of transmission microscopes.

1000 mesh copper in sandwich grid, 3.05mm diameter S151
2000 mesh copper in sandwich grid, 3.05mm diameter S152
Diffraction Grating Replicas
Shadow cast carbon replicas of diffraction line gratings (spacing 833.3nm)

which are used typically for calibrating electron-optical magnification up the
40‘000 / 50‘000 range.
Diffraction grating replica 30‘000lines/inch, 3.05mm grid, LZ 01865 KN
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Diffraction grating replica 1200lines/mm, 2.3mm grid S103
Shadow cast carbon replicas of diffraction line gratings (spacing 462.9nm)

which are used typically for calibrating electron-optical magnifications up to the
80‘000 / 100‘000 range.
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Rulings of 2160lines/mm, ruled at 900 to one another give additional accuracy

to magnification checks and aid in checking distortion. These replicas should
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be used with care, avoiding excessive exposure at high probe/beam currents.

Cross grating replica, 3.05mm grid S106
Cross grating replica, 2.3mm grid S107
Portions of both cross grating (min. 25%) and line grating.

Mixed cross and line grating, 3.05mm grid S106A
Mixed cross and line grating, 2.3mm grid S107A
Resolution and Magnification Calibration

Specimens for TEM
Lattice Plane Specimens
Crystal lattice plane spacings provide a good test of microscope stability and a
figure of merit for resolved lattice resolution. At the same time, since lattice
spacing is accurately known from X-ray measurements, they provide a calibra-
tion of magnification in the upper range of magnification of the instrument.
Plane Spacing 0.9nm and 0.45nm, Crocidolite
The 0.9nm spacing (020) will be found along the axis of the crocidolite fibres.
The 0.45nm spacing (021) appears at an angle of about 60° to this, in suitable
crystal orientations.
Crocidolite crystals, 3.05mm grid S122
Crocidolite crystals, 2.3mm grid S123
Plane Spacing 0.34nm

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Graphitized carbon black, being stable and highly reproducible, is a standard

resolution test for transmission electron microscopes.
Graphitized carbon black, 3.05mm grid S140
Graphitized carbon black, 2.3mm grid S141
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Plane Spacing 0.204nm, 0.143nm and 0.102nm
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Resolution, image quality, magnification and instrumental stability in higher-
resolution TEM can be checked by setting up the conditions for imaging the
0.204nm, 0.143nm and 0.102nm planar spacings in these specially-prepared
crystals. The tests are particularly recommended if height adjustments are
made on the specimen stage. The gold foils are mounted on gold grids.
Oriented single crystal gold foil, 3.05mm grid S135
Oriented single crystal gold foil, 2.3mm grid S139
Perforated Carbon Film
This specimen is one of the quickest and easiest of the performance checks,
since it gives information about nearly all causes of loss of resolution. The films
yield holes small enough to be imaged completely within the field of view of the
viewing telescope at an instrumental magnification of 200‘000 x. If some of
such holes are not present in a grid square they will be found in an adjacent
square. The holes are round, with smooth unthickened edges. Perforated car-
bon films are thin films of carbon, which have been treated to obtain a large
number of small holes. The examination of the Fresnel fringe around a hole
when the objective lens is slightly defocused enables the astigmatism to be
corrected. The clarity of the fringe also gives information about the mechanical
and electrical stabilities and available resolution of the instrument. When high-
er-resolution equipment is used, the slightly underfocused image of the carbon
film itself is used for astigmatism correction. On 400 mesh grid.
Perforated carbon film, 3.05mm grid S100
Perforated carbon film, 2.3mm grid S101
High Resolutions TEM Test Specimen Gold Particles on Carbon Film
An arrangement of finely-dispersed thin gold particles has an advantage over

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single-crystal gold foil for tests of high-resolution imaging capabilities in the

transmission electron microscope. As with gold foil, image quality, magnifica-
tion and instrumental stability are readily assessed; however, for the determi-
nation of resolution capabilities this gold particle specimen is superior since it
offers a choice of crystalline orientations on static or low tilt stages. In addition,
the thickness of the crystalline material is easily calculated from the projected
shape of the gold crystal. The background noise arising from structure in the
support film helps with determinations of the operating transfer function.
Gold particles on carbon film, 3.05mm grid S132
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Gold particles on carbon film, 2.3mm grid S133

Ferritin
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Some ferritin molecules display a quad structure with separation on 1.25nm.

This is useful as a resolution check. We supply a dispersion of ferritin mole-
cules on a Formvar/carbon substrate.
Ferritin, 3.05mm grid S126
Ferritin, 2.3mm grid S127
Combined Test Specimen

A perforated carbon film is shadowed with gold and graphitized carbon parti-
cles are deposited. These particles viewed over the holes may be used for as-
sessment of factors limiting the microscope performance. The evaporated gold
forms small poly crystalline islands and within these islands lattice fringes can
be resolved.
Can also be used for the measurement of contamination rates in the electron
microscope by noting the deposition rate of carbon within the holes found in the
gold film.
Combined test specimen, 3.05mm grid S142
Diffraction Standards
Camera Length
The nominal value of the effective camera length of an EM operating in the se-
lected area mode is not sufficiently accurate for calculations of lattice spacing.
The actual value of camera length must be calibrated at the same accelerating
voltage and objective lens setting by reference to a known substance with well
defined diffraction spacings. Normal specimens are evaporated films of alu-
minium or thallous chloride. very small crystallite size yields ring patterns suit-
able for calibration. Each specimen is supplied with a list of the principal lattice
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spacings.
Evaporated Aluminium on 3.05mm grids S108
Evaporated Aluminium on 2.3mm grids S109
Evaporated Thallous Chloride on 3.05mm grids S110

Evaporated Thallous Chloride on 2.3mm grids S111
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Image Rotation
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Molybdenum Trioxide
When changing from a selected area image of a specimen to a diffraction pat-
tern, the strength of the intermediate lens is changed, producing an image ro-
tation between the image and the diffraction pattern. This rotation is seen by
photographing a crystal whose shape gives a clear indication of orientation. A
molybdenum trioxide crystal is suitable for this purpose.
Molybdenum trioxide on 3.05mm grids S112
Molybdenum trioxide on 2.3mm grids S113
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TWEEZERS AND SMALL TOOLS
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TWEEZERS
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Dumont Tweezers
Most types can be supplied either in carbon steel with tempered points or in
stainless steel. The carbon steel tweezers have the hardest points and are
used when rust and corrosion are not significant factors. Stainless steel twee-
zers are rustproof and have hard points. We stock an anti-magnetic grade,
which will not magnetize: Dumoxel. These are marginally softer than the other
tweezers.
Dumont tweezers, carbon steel
Fine points, straight, 110mm long (type 3c) T501 22,00
Very fine points, straight, 110mm long (4) T527 28,00
Extra fine points, straight, 110mm long (5) T502 27,00
Angled points, fine, 110mm long (6) T528 32,00
Curved tip, extra fine points, 110mm long (7) T503 29,00
Dumont tweezers, Dumoxel

Flat tip, straight, 120mm long (type 2) T500 26,00
Flat tip, rounded end, straight, 120mm long (2a) T509 27,00
Fine sturdy tips, rustproof, antimagnetic,120mm long (3) LZ 01882 KN 26,00
Fine points, straight, 110mm long (3c) T504 29,00
Very fine points, straight, 110mm long LZ 01880 KN 30,00
Extra fine points, straight, 110mm long LZ 01879 KN 35,00
Angled points, fine, 110mm long (6) T507 37,00
Curved tip, extra fine points, 110mm long) LZ 01878 KN 38,00
Dumont tweezers, stainless steel

Extra fine tips, straight, 110mm long LZ 01881 KN 31,00
Spade type tips, extra fine edge, 120mm long (35a) T529 37,00 (0106)
In addition to the top grade Dumont tweezers we have some slightly lower
grade tweezers: the electronic grade. Type No. 5 and 7 are suitable for normal
grid handling but are not fine enough for picking a flat grid off a smooth surface.
The electronic grade tweezers are distinguished by a colored plastic coating
over the handle. We stock this grade in stainless steel only.
Dumont tweezers, stainless steel, Electronic
Extra fine points, straight, 110mm long (5) T522 18,00
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Curved tip, extra fine points, 110mm long (7) T523 21,00
Flat tip, rounded end, straight, 120mm long (2a) T525 17,00
Heavy construction, fine tips, 120mm long (P) T526 16,00
2 C-2 TWEEZERS AND SMALL TOOLS

For those laboratories needing to sterilize tweezers we offer Dumont medical

tweezers. These tweezers are designed to be more resistant to rust after auto-
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claving than other brands of Dumont tweezers. No tweezers are completely

rust resistant after repeated steam treatment.
Dumont No. 5, medical grade, stainless steel T5004 32,00
Tweezers for several purposes

Anti-Capillary Tweezers
The straight anti capillary tweezers are very delicate and must be used with the
greatest care. No guarantee is given against breakage of the tips. The cross-
over anti capillary tweezers are recommended for most applications, since the
pressure on the fine tips is determined by the spring in the tweezer legs.
Dumont No. 5, anti-capillary T587 55,00
Dumont, very fine crossover, anti-capillary T588 67,00
General Purpose Tweezers

Type AA, stainless steel
Strong, straight tips, 125mm long T510 26,00
Type GG, stainless steel

Strong, tapered tips, 130mm long T511 26,00
Type Perry
Long tweezers, curved tips, 150mm long T512 19,00
Type Stone
Round serrated tips, 140mm long, 1.7mm wide T520 17,00
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Reverse Action Tweezers

With fine tips. Used for secure independent holding of e.g. single support grids.
Stainless steel, rust proof, antimagnetic, length 108 mm LZ 01877 KN 30,00
Crossover Tweezers
Large, insulated handle, stainless steel, 160mm long. Useful for metallurgical
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Insulated T514 62,00
Fine tips, stainless steel, Swiss made T538 39,00
Very fine tips, stainless steel, Dumont T539 43,00
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Plastic Tweezers
Plastic tweezers with heavy ribbed construction and jaws opening 15mm.
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Heavy plastic tweezers T5009 5,00
Plastic tweezers made from CTFE, virtually unaffected by a wide range of ac-
ids, alkalis, oxidizing agents and most organic solvent. 115mm long, tips taper
to 0.25mm thick, 2mm wide.
Plastic tweezers CTFE T519 34,00
General purpose plastic tweezers, 115mm long, tips taper to 0.2mm, 7mm
wide. Can be sterilized.
Plastic tweezers glass filled Nylon T518 17,00
Platinum-Tipped Tweezers
Dumont No. 5 tweezers with pure platinum tips, 38mm from tip to shoulder. The
very fine points permit easy pick up of grids. Useful for those wishing to sterilize
tweezer tips in a flame and for those working with certain corrosive liquids.
Platinum tipped tweezers T5005 1175,00
Cutting Tweezers
Dumont cutting tweezers, carbon steel
Cutter jaws 5mm long, 60/3 T534 53,00
End cutting tweezers for fine wire, 115mm (type 15a) T5047 81,00
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Clamping Tweezers
Useful for handling specimen holder caps and small parts of the microscope.
Dumont clamping tweezers carbon steel (type 25b) T535 89,50
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Tweezers for Stubs

These Dumoxel tweezers are very convenient for handling SEM specimen
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stubs and other small items.

Tweezers, opening 1/2–3/4in LZ 01876 KN 35,00
Tweezers, opening 1/4–3/8in T5315 32,00
Tweezers, opening 1/8–3/16in T5316 32,00
Gripper for 10mm cylinder stubs T5048 69,50
Gripper for 15mm cylinder stubs T5049 73,00
Tissue Tweezers
Small tooth tips for secure holding and tearing of tissue pieces.
Stainless, antimagnetic, length 130mm LZ 01875 KN 36,00
Centering Tweezers
For precision centring of two specimen carriers used in double replica freeze
fracture technique during plunge freezing in cryogen bath.
Centering tweezer LZ 01874 KN 222,00
Tweezers for Cryo Uses

Handle insulated with PVC on both sides. Non-rusting, antimagnetic.
Straight fine tips LZ 01873 KN 45,50
Same, with sickle-shaped tips LZ 01997 KN 55,00
Original Dumont Dumoxel No. 4

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Tips are 10µm gold plated. Used for work with aggressive chemicals.
Original Dumont Dumoxel LZ 01872 WN 79,00
Flat Tweezers
For holding lamellae, mica plates, cover glasses.
Stainless, length 100mm LZ 01871 KN 33,50
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Tweezers
To open the specimen carrier mounting fixture and to remove the specimen
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carrier sandwich.
Tweezer LZ 01883 KN 70,00
Diamond Grip
Three-prong, spring-loaded. Useful for lifting small objects from awkward posi-
tions in the microscope.
Diamond grip, 110mm long T515 22,00
SMALL TOOLS
Forceps
Stainless steel screw pin, 150mm long. Valuable for holding objects without
maintaining hand pressure.
Locking forceps, straight serrated jaws T551 62,50
Curved forceps, serrated jaws T552 62,50
Vanna’s Micro Scissors

These are premium quality, very fine micro scissors in stainless steel, with satin
finish, 80mm long.
Vanna’s micro scissors, slight curve T5220 171,00
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Vanna’s micro scissors, straight T5223 171,00
Scissors
General purpose scissors, stainless steel, 127mm long, screw joint
Both points blunt T5074 57,50
One point sharp, the other blunt T5075 50,00
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Surgical scissors, stainless steel, 130mm long, sharp points

Surgical scissors T553 73,50
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Dissecting scissors, stainless steel, 115mm long, sharp points

Dissecting scissors T554 73,50
Iris scissors, stainless steel, 90mm long, very fine points

Iris scissors T577 40,50
Angled scissors, stainless steel, 95mm long, 45° angled tip

Angled scissors T578 114,00
Scalpel Handles with Replacement Blades

Heavy nickel alloy handles to hold replacement blades to undertake a variety
of cutting work. Available in standard or long form together with a slimmer han-
dle for smaller profile blades. Replacement sterile blades all individually
packed are supplied in sets of 5.
Scalpel handle No. 4, length 130mm T5327 14,00
Scalpel handle No. 4 and 5 blades shape 24 T555 16,00
Scalpel handle No. 4L, length 210mm T5328 18,50
Scalpel handle No. 3 and one blade each shape T557 16,00
Scalpel handle No. 3L, length 210mm T5330 18,50
Blades for Handles 3, 3L and 5

Blades, shape 10, set of 5 T558-1 3,50
Blades, shape 10a, set of 5 T558-2 3,50
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Blades for Handles 4 and 4L

Blades, shape 22a, set of 5 T556-4 3,50
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Scalpels
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Disposal scalpel, medium size, straight blades, pack of 10 LZ 01866 VN 25,00
Razor Blades
Backed, single edge razor blades. Valuable for block trimming and many other
purposes.
Carbon steel, box of 100 T585 34,50
Stainless steel, box of 100 T586 52,00
Tool strip steel, 39mm x 19mm x 0.3mm, box of 10 LZ 01867 KN 8,50
Heavy duty carbon steel, box of 100 T5016 52,00
Teflon coated stainless steel, box of 100 T5332 62,50
Holder for Single Edge Razor Blades

Holds a single backed blade so that it can be convenient y handled and a so
serves to keep the fingers away from the cutting edge. When the blade is not
in use it is retracted complete y into the handle. Supplied complete with one
blade. It can be refilled with any single edge blade.
Holder for single edge razor blades T567 76,50
Safety Blades
For cutting frozen freeze-etch specimens.
„Schick injector“ with 10 blades LZ 01868 KN 14,00
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Hard Metal Knife

For cutting frozen specimens. Without spacer pad. Angle of the blade 45°,
sharp cutting edge.
20mm x 10mm, 2mm thick, each LZ 01989 FN 110,00
20mm x 10mm, 2mm thick, pack of 10 LZ 02144 VN 880,00
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Tissue Puncher
Is used to punch out tissue discs without causing damage. Designed to last a
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lifetime provided they are carefully cleaned and maintained.

Ø 2mm LH 01849 KN 880,00
Ø 3mm LH 01850 KN 880,00
Disposable Tissue Puncher

It punches out tissue discs without causing damages.
Ø 2mm, 10 per Pack LH 01847 KN 65,00
Ø 3mm, 10 per Pack LH 01848 KN 65,00
Cutting Pad
Made of nylon, for tissue cutting & chopping. High mechanical strength without
wearing out blades.
100mm x 60mm x 3 mm, pack of 10 LZ 01869 VN 29,00
Miniature Saw
Miniature saw, length 75mm, height 25mm, for cutting up flat embedding
blocks.
Miniature saw T581 104,00
Blades for T 581, pack of 10 T582 48,00
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Set of Probes
Four shaped instrument probes for delicate manoeuvring of specimens.

Fine probes, set of 4 T550 104,00
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Mounted Pins
Mounted pins
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In wooden handle T548-1 3,00
In aluminium handle T548-2 5,50
In stainless steel handle T548-3 10,00
Seekers, angled pin with rounded tip

In wooden handle T5080 3,50
In stainless steel handle T5333 9,00
Needle Stand
Stainless steel stand with 6 slots for needles, brushes etc.
Needle stand L4123 59,50
The Perfect Loop

Using this loop, thin sections can be easily transferred from microtome boats
to grids with a minimum of creasing or folding.
Perfect loop with handle T5112 218,00
Replacement loop T5113 195,00
Platinum Loop (0106)
Made of 0.2mm in diameter platinum wire with sling diameter of3 mm; clamping
device in handle allows replacement. Used to transfer freeze-etch replicas.
Platinum loop LZ 02145 VN 104,00
Loop
Made of Pt/lr, with glass handle. Length 185mm. Sling diameter 3mm.
Loop LZ 02065 KN 106,00
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Nylon Loop
To capture and transfer sections out of the microtome bath. Metal mount with
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safety lock.
Nylon loop LZ 02050 KN 59,00
Sable Hair Brushes

For delicate manoeuvring of specimens and grids. Also recommended for gen-
tly dusting SEM samples.
Size 3, brush width 4.0mm, set of 3 G3440 88,00
Set of six brushes, one of each size G3446 136,00
Eyelash Set
Used to position and manipulate thin sections in a microtome bath. Prepared
eyelash hairs are individually packaged in gelatin capsules. Included in set is
a handpiece with grip to pick up eyelash hairs without contamination or stick-
ing.
10 gelatin caps., with metal handpiece in protective case LZ 02120 VN 70,00
Replacement eyelashes
Replacement eyelashes, pack of 10 capsules LZ 02121 VN 23,50
Instrument Tray
For 6 instruments, with dipping cavity. Made of heat resistant plastic resem-
bling opal-glass. A safe resting place for slings, tweezers etc.
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Instrument tray, 200mm x 100mm LZ 02051 KN 24,50
Fine Collecting Rod

Glass rod with bent, melted tip of about 0.8mm in diameter, to transfer plunged
freeze etch replicas in various cleansing agents.
Fine collecting rod LZ 02063 KN 3,50
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Large Collecting Rod

Glass rod with bent, melted tip of about 1.5mm in diameter, to transfer plunged
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freeze etch replicas in various cleansing agents.
Large collecting rod LZ 02064 KN 3,50
Spatulas
Spatulas, stainless steel
Chattaway, 178mm T549 28,00
Chattaway, micro pattern blades, 100mm T5081 18,50
Palette knife, with wooden handle, 100mm T5083 67,00
Spatulas, Nickel
With spoon at one end, 120mm T5082 48,50
Tongue Spatulas
Useful as a disposable stirrer when mixing embedding ingredients.
100 pieces per pack LZ 01870 KN 11,00
Adjustable Inspection Mirror with Magnifying Mirror

A long aluminium handle with knurled grip and a dental-type magnifying mirror
on the ball-and-socket mounting to facilitate angling of the mirror to suit the re-
quirements.
Adjustable inspection mirror T5079 47,50
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Glass Writing Diamond

This clips to a pocket like a ballpoint pen. It has a retractable diamond tip. Use-
ful for writing on glass or metal.
Diamond scribe T5347 70,50
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Glass Cutting Wheel

High quality tungsten cutting wheel
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Glass cutting wheel T574 56,50
Glass Breaking Pliers

Substantial pliers designed to give a good break. End mark on jaws to locate
the breaking line.
Glass breaking pliers T573 316,00
High Quality Pliers and Cutters

Flat nosed pliers, smooth jaws, plastic covered handles, box joint, single
spring.
Flat nosed pliers, 120mm T5084 40,00
Top cutting pliers, box joint, insulated handles, double spring return. Specially
hardened by additional inductive heat treatment to cut hard wire up to 1mm di-
ameter.
Top cutting pliers for hard wire, 130mm T5085 70,50
Oblique cutting nipper, specially hardened inductively, box joint, double spring,
insulated handles. Cuts soft wire up to 1.2mm, hard wire to 0.5mm diameter.
Oblique cutting nipper, 120mm T5108 50,50
Diagonal cutter, insulated handle, spring loaded.

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Diagonal cutter, 125mm T541 44,50
Snipe nosed pliers, long nosed. Double polished head and joint bonded vinyl
plastic handles, not insulated.
Long snipe nosed pliers, 140mm T5087 31,50
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Electricians Pliers
With pipe grip, side cutter and two joint cutters. Polished head. Black PVC han-
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dles insulated to withstand 10‘000 Volts.
Electricians pliers T5088 80,50
Cross headed Screwdrivers

Set of 4 cross headed screwdrivers of diameters 3mm, 2.5mm, 2mm, 1.5mm,
with color coded bands on the barrel.
Cross headed screwdrivers, set of 4 T5012 79,00
Screwdrivers
Set of 6 screwdrivers in plastic case. Brass handles with hardened steel
blades. Blade widths 0.5 mm, 1.0 mm, 1.5 mm, 1.8 mm, 2.2 mm and 2.5 mm.
Watchmakers screwdrivers, set of 5 T532 88,00
Socket Wrenches
Set of 10 socket wrenches, 3/8in, 5/16in, 1/4in, 7/32in, 3/16in, 5/32in, 1/8in,
3/32in, 5/64in, 1/16in, across flats, in plastic wallet.
Set of 10 socket wrenches T536 57,50 (0106)
Set of 7 socket wrenches, 1.5mm, 2mm, 2.5mm, 3mm, 4mm, 5mm, 6mm,
across flats, in plastic wallet.
Set of 7 socket wrenches T537 38,00
Open Ended Spanners

Set of 6 stainless steel BA spanners, sizes 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7BA, 8BA,
9BA, 10BA, 11BA, in plastic case.
Set of 6 BA spanners T565 154,00
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Set of 6 chrome vanadium spanners, sizes 4mm x 4mm, 5mm x 5mm,

4mm x 6mm, 6mm x 7mm, 8mm x 9mm, 10mm x 11mm, in plastic case.
Set of 6 metric spanners T5025 183,00

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Ring Spanners
Set of 3 BA ring spanners, double ended 0BA and 2BA, 2BA and 4BA,
4BA and 6BA.
Set of 3 BA ring spanners T5003 132,00
Pinchuck
Pinchuck with 3 interchangeable collets.
Pinchuck, capacity 0 to 3/32in T547 117,00
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Fixed Magnifiers
These are simple magnifiers, mounted in tubes ending in clear plastic so that
light may reach the object being examined. The x 15 magnifier has a 2 compo-
nent, 3 element construction; the x 22 magnifier has 3 component, 4 element
construction.
Fixed magnifier x 5 O6021
Watchmakers Eyeglass
A useful accessory when both hands are required for fine manipulations.
Watchmakers eyeglass x 2 O613
Folding Magnifiers
These magnifiers give high power over relatively restricted areas but are safely
portable since the lenses are protected inside the case when not in use. They
are very small and easy to carry in the pocket.
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Folding magnifier x 7, effective aperture 16mm O6015

Folding magnifier x 10, effective aperture 15.5mm O6016
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Measuring Magnifier x 10
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This is a high quality magnifier with a field of view of 35mm and a flat field of
view corrected for achromatic and astigmatic error. Bloomed lens system with
adjustable focus. A range of 12 graticules is available for this model. Supplied
in a case.
Measuring magnifier x 10 O6033
Graticules for Measuring Magnifier x 10
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Headband Magnifier
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This is lightweight and comfortable to wear. The lenses are mounted in a frame
held around the head by a headband. It is fastened by a velcro strip so that the
size is adjustable. The normal magnification is x 2.2 but a magnification of x 3.3
can be achieved by lowering an additional pair of lenses. Very useful where
both hands are required for manipulation.
Headband magnifier O637
Stereo Microscope XT
Economical stereo microscope with good optical performance.

- Total magnification x 20 and x 40
- Working distance 88mm
- Observation tube inclined 45°
- Stage plate in black and white changeable
- Weight 3.6kg
Stereo microscope O6260
Folding Stereoscopes
These simple folding stereoscopes enable pairs of small photographs to be

viewed in stereo. The interocular distance can be adjusted in the range 50mm
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to 70mm to suit the operator. Distance from the lens to the photograph is
115mm for the x 2 model and 75mm for the x 4 model.
Stereoscope x 2 O6001
Stereoscope x 4 O6002
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Daylight Stereo Viewer for Two 50mm x 50mm Mounts

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The large aperture lenses of this viewer give good quality viewing of stereo
pairs mounted in individual 50mm x 50mm slide mounts. Flexing about the cen-
tre strip provides some variation of interocular distance.
Daylight stereo viewer for two 50mm x 50mm mounts O675
Prismatic Stereo Viewer
This viewer which consists of reversed prisms enables the viewing of two ste-
reo prints one above the other. The upper part of one prism and the lower part
of the other are frosted so that the direct images are obscured and only the
fused image is observed. This type of viewer is valuable in permitting the view-
ing of print of different sizes instead of being limited by overlap problems. Can
be included with reports including stereo picture, or attached by string to wall
display using the specially shaped end grip.
Prismatic stereo viewer O640A
Stereo Lorgnette
Small plastic lorgnettes designed for viewing two 50mm x 50mm stereo pic-
tures at a distance of 100mm.
Stereo lorgnette O643
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Red / Green Stereo Viewers
Low priced red / green stereo viewers in cardboard mounts for viewing anag-
lyphs.
Red / Green stereo viewers, pack of 50 O642
Red / Green stereo viewers, pack of 10 O642A
Similar viewers with cardboard side arms are available to wear as spectacles.
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Red / Blue Stereo Viewers
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Some anaglyphs are made using a red / blue combination instead of
red / green. Viewers are available in similar styles to the red / green.
Red / blue stereo viewers, pack of 50 O665
Red / blue stereo viewers, pack of 10 O665A
Red / blue stereo viewers with side arms, pack of 20 O668
Basic Mirror Stereoscope
This equipment enables the viewing of 75% of the area of a pair of

228mm x 228mm prints via high quality front silvered mirrors. The equipment
may be placed on a suitable sized light box for viewing transparencies if re-
quired. The viewing of stereo pairs in this way leads to a great simplification of
the interpretation of the three dimensional information not otherwise apparent.
The basic mirror stereoscope can be built up to the full specification of a mea-
suring mirror stereoscope by adding the appropriate components.
Basic mirror stereoscope (in disposable packing) B7050
Overhead illumination unit for B7050 B7054
Carrying and storage case B7058
Simple Mirror Stereoscope
This is a folding plastic system incorporating a large primary mirror which en-
sures that prints up to 200mm x 200mm can be accommodated without over-
lapping. The whole instrument folds away into a convenient plastic box
360mm x 135mm x 60mm.
Folding mirror stereoscope O6140
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2000
VACUUM COATING
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QS 060 Quartz Crystals
For use with BAL-TEC QSK 060 and Balzers QSK 300 quartz heads with the
QSG 060 and QSG 070 film thickness measurement devices (6MHz).
Quartz crystals, pack of 10 LZ 02321 KN
Protective Goggles
With colored glass in flip-front for observing the evaporation process.
Protective goggles G395
Coating Protective Foils

To cover the inside of the glass vacuum chamber and prevent coat formation
during coating process. Made of aluminium with punched out sightholes. 10
pieces per Pack.
250mm diameter x 320mm (e.g. for BAE 250) LZ 02316 VN
108mm diameter x 106mm (e.g. for SCD 050 / SCD 005) LZ 02313 VN
205mm diameter x 64mm (e.g. for SCD 050 / SCD 005) LZ 02315 VN
108mm diameter x 172mm (e.g. for MED 020 / CED 030) LZ 02312 VN
205mm diameter x 106mm (e.g. for MED 020) LZ 02314 VN
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Targets
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Foil Targets for Sputtering Devices

Foil targets, 54mm diameter, thickness 0.2mm / 0.3mm
Gold, purity 99.99%, specific weight 19.3g/cm³ LZ 02224 KN
Nickel, purity 99.8%, specific weight 8.9g/cm³ LZ 02309 FN
Chrome, purity 99.96%, specific weight 7.2g/cm³ LZ 02310 VN
Copper, purity 99.90%, specific weight 8.9g/cm³ LZ 02311 FN
Titanium, purity 99.8%, specific weight 4.5g/cm³ LZ 02225 KN
Silver, purity 99.99%, specific weight 10.5g/cm³ LZ 02226 KN
Molybdenum, purity 99.95%, specific weight 10.2g/cm³ LZ 02227 KN
Platinum, purity 99.99%, specific weight 21.5g/cm³ LZ 02228 KN
Gold/Palladium (80/20), specific weight 16.7g/cm³ LZ 02229 KN
Tungsten, purity 99.8%, specific weight 19.3g/cm³ LZ 02230 KN
Foil targets, 50mm diameter, thickness 0.1mm

Gold, Purity 99.99%, specific weight 19.3g/cm³ LZ 02232 FN
Foil targets edged over Al - block, screwable

Chrome, purity 99.96%, specific weight 7.2g/cm³ LZ 02302 VN
Gold, purity 99.99%, specific weight 19.3g/cm³ LZ 02300 VN
Gold/Palladium (80/20), specific weight 16.7g/cm³ LZ 02306 VN
Copper, purity 99.90%, specific weight 8.9g/cm³ LZ 02303 VN
Nickel, purity 99.8%, specific weight 8.9g/cm³ LZ 02301 VN
Platinum, purity 99.99%, specific weight 21.5g/cm³ LZ 02305 VN
Silver, purity 99.99%, specific weight 10.5g/cm³ LZ 02304 VN
Targets, 54mm diameter, thickness 1mm

Aluminium, purity 99.5%, specific weight 2.7g/cm3 LZ 02423 KN
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Targets, 54mm diameter, thickness 2mm

Copper, purity 99.9%, specific weight 8.9g/cm³ LZ 02222 KN
Aluminium, purity 99.5%, specific weight 2.7g/cm³ LZ 02223 KN
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Resistance Evaporation Materials
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High Purity Wire
On spool. For Tungsten evaporation sources.
Aluminum wire, 0.5mm diam., 5m, purity 99.999% LZ 02291 VN
Gold wire, 0.2mm diam., 1m, purity 99.999% LZ 02285 VN
Gold wire, 0.2mm diam., 10m, purity 99.999% LZ 02297 VN
Gold/Palladium wire, 0.2mm diam., 1m, 80/20 alloy LZ 02288 VN
Gold/Palladium wire, 0.2mm diam., 10m, 80/20 alloy LZ 02231 KN
Nickel wire, 0.2mm diam., 5m LZ 02282 VN
On spool. For Tungsten / Carbon evaporation sources.

Palladium wire, 0.2mm diam., 1m, purity 99.999% LZ 02287 VN
Platinum wire, 0.1mm diam., 1m, purity 99.999% LZ 02283 VN
Platinum wire, 0.2mm diam., 1m, purity 99.999% LZ 02286 VN
Platinum/Iridium wire, 0.1mm diam., 1m, 80/20 alloy LZ 02284 VN
Platinum/Iridium wire, 0.2mm diam., 1m, 80/20 alloy LZ 02289 VN
On spool. For Tungsten / Molybdenum evaporation sources.

Silver wire, 0.3mm diam., 1m, purity 99.999% LZ 02290 VN
Wire
For use in evaporation and shadow casting. All wires supplied in a convenient
dispenser.
Gold wire, 0.2mm diam., 1m, purity 99.99% E401-1
Gold wire, 0.2mm diam., 3m, purity 99.99% E401-3
Gold/Palladium wire, 0.2mm diam., 1m, 60/40 alloy E402-1
Gold/Palladium wire, 0.2mm diam., 3m, 60/40 alloy E402-3
Platinum/Iridium wire, 0.2mm diam., 1m, 80/20 alloy E403-1
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Platinum/Palladium wire, 0.2mm diam., 1m, 80/20 alloy E412-1

Platinum/Palladium wire, 0.2mm diam., 3m, 80/20 alloy E412-3
Aluminum wire, 0.25mm diam., 3m, purity 99.99% E405
Silver wire, 0.25mm diam., 3m, purity 99.99% E406
Platinum wire, suitable for platinum-carbon evaporation

Platinum wire, 0.1mm diam., 3m E404-1
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Granules
For Tungsten evaporation sources.
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Chrome, 0.7mm - 3.5mm, 100g, purity 99.998% LZ 02264 VN

Zirconium, 1mm - 5mm, 100g, purity 99.5% LZ 02267 VN
For Tungsten / Carbon evaporation sources.

Germanium, 0.7mm - 3.5mm, 10g, purity 99.999% LZ 02265 VN
For Tungsten / Molybdenum evaporation sources.

Silver, 0.7mm - 3.5mm, 100g, purity 99.99% LZ 02266 VN
For Molybdenum / Tantalum evaporation sources.

Silicon-Monoxide, 0.7mm - 1.5mm, 100g, purity 99.8% LZ 02269 VN
Silicon-Monoxide, 3.5mm - 5mm, 100g, purity 99.8% LZ 02270 VN
Zinc-Selenide, 0.7mm - 3.5mm, 100g, purity 99.999% LZ 02271 VN
Victawet
This forms a surface parting layer for use in vacuum evaporators. It acts as a
parting layer for carbon or other thin film replicas. Water soluble.
Victawet, 5g E440
Resistance Evaporation Sources

Tungsten
Reference values for power input (VA) and current input (A) to achieve a
source temperature of approx. 1800°C. Test conditions: evaporation source
empty, temperature measurement with filament pyrometer.
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Tungsten, pure, cleaned. For making evaporation sources.

Tungsten sheet, 100mm x 100mm, thickness 0.05mm LZ 02212 KN
Tungsten wire, 1.0mm diam., 10m E407-1
Tungsten wire, 0.3mm diam., 10m LZ 02220 KN
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Tungsten wire, 0.3mm diam., 0.5m, pack of 20 LZ 02294 VN

Tungsten wire, 0.5mm diam., 10m, purity 99.95% LZ 02221 KN
Tungsten wire, 0.5mm diam., 0.5m, 99.95%, pack of 20 LZ 02299 VN

Tungsten Wire Sources

Tungsten wire, V-shaped, 0.5mm diameter
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Tungsten wire, pack of 6 LZ 02295 VN
Tungsten wire, U-shaped, 0.5mm diameter

Tungsten wire, pack of 6 LZ 02296 VN
Tungsten wire, basket, 0.3mm diameter

Tungsten basket, pack of 6 LZ 02298 VN
Twined Tungsten Wire Sources

Tungsten wire, twined 3 x 0.5mm diameter, straight
Tungsten wire, twined, pack of 10 LZ 02240 VN
Tungsten wire, twined 3 x 0.5mm diameter, U-shaped (0106)
Tungsten wire, VA 60, A 45, twined, pack of 10 LZ 02242 VN
Tungsten wire, twined 3 x 0.5mm diameter, coil

Tungsten coil, VA 90, A 35, twined, pack of 10 LZ 02243 VN
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Tungsten wire, twined 3 x 0.5mm diameter, spiral

Tungsten spiral, VA 265, A 35, twined, pack of 10 LZ 02246 VN
Tungsten Boats
Tungsten boat, 30mm x 7mm, 0.4mm deep, thickness 0.1mm
Tungsten boat, VA 120, A 70, pack of 10 LZ 02236 VN
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Tungsten boat, 9.5mm, 1.5mm deep, thickness 0.03mm

Tungsten boat, L=48mm, each LZ 02199 KN
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Tungsten boat, 13.5mm, 3.5mm deep, thickness 0.06mm

Tungsten boat, L=48mm, each LZ 02201 VN
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Tungsten boat, 12mm, 2mm deep, thickness 0.1mm

Tungsten boat, 6mm, 2.4mm deep, thickness 0.1mm

Tungsten boat, 50mm x 13mm, 1mm deep, thickness 0.1mm

Tungsten boat, 50mm x 10mm, 0.5mm deep, thickness 0.1mm (0106)

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Tungsten boat, 49mm x 12mm, 2mm deep, thickness 0.4mm

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Tungsten boat, 32mm x 10mm, trough 12mm x 9.5mm, 1mm deep,

thickness 0.05mm
Tungsten boat, pack of 5 E439
Molybdenum
Molybdenum pure, cleaned. For making evaporation sources.
Molybdenum sheet, 150mm x 150mm, thickness 0.05mm E408
Molybdenum sheet, 100mm x 100mm, thickness 0.05mm LZ 02422 KN
Molybdenum Boats
Molybdenum boat, 41mm x 4mm, 1mm deep, thickness 0.1mm
Molybdenum boat, VA 30, A 35, pack of 10 LZ 02247 VN
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Molybdenum boat, 60mm x 12mm, 2.5mm deep, thickness 0.2mm

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Molybdenum boat, 40mm x 20mm, 2.5mm deep, thickness 0.1mm

Molybdenum boat, 44mm x 12mm, 10mm deep, thickness 0.1mm (0106)

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These boats accommodate several aperture discs which should be heated in

a vacuum chamber to bright red heat for cleaning.
Molybdenum boats for aperture cleaning, pack of 10 E427
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Tantalum
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Tantalum pure, cleaned. For making evaporation sources.
Tantalum sheet, 120mm x 120mm, thickness 0.05mm E413
Tantalum Boats
Tantalum boat, 21mm x 7mm, 2.5mm deep, thickness 0.1mm
Tantalum boat, VA 80, A 65, pack of 10 LZ 02258 VN
Tantalum boat, 9.5mm, 1.5mm deep, thickness 0.3mm

Tantalum boat, L=75mm, each LZ 02206 KN
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Tantalum boat, 12mm, 2mm deep, thickness 0.1mm

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Tantalum boat, 6mm, 2.4mm deep, thickness 0.1mm

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Tantalum boat, 60mm x 12mm, 2.5mm deep, thickness 0.2mm

Tantalum boat, VA 280, A 140, pack of 10 LZ 02259 VN
Tantalum boat, 75mm x 6mm, trough 12mm x 5mm, 1 mm deep,

thickness 0.05mm
Tantalum boat, pack of 5 E438
Platinum Boats
Platinum boat, 75mm x 6mm, trough 12mm x 5mm, 1mm deep,
thickness 0.05mm
Platinum boat E437
Carbon Evaporation
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Carbon Thread
To produce carbon coatings. Used for quick release flanges with carbon thread
evaporators and CEA & CED Units.
Carbon Thread, 3.5m, spool LZ 02308 VN
Carbon Thread, 25m, spool LZ 02307 VN
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Carbon Rods
Carbon rods, 6mm diameter
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150 mm long, pack of 10 E409-2
Spectrographically pure carbon rods, 6.15mm diameter

250mm long, hard, impurities<1ppm, pack of 6 E410-2
300mm long, hard, impurities<20ppm, pack of 10 E418
Spectrographically pure carbon rods. To produce carbon and carbon rein-

forced coatings on pre-film coated grids. 2mm diameter.
300mm long, pack of 10 LZ 02272 FN
Spectrographically pure carbon rods. To produce carbon-platinum mix coat-

ings and for producing specimen replicas. 6.15mm diameter.
300mm long, pack of 10 LZ 02323 VN
Spectrographically pure electrode graphite. To produce carbon support films

and specimen replicas. Not suited for Pt/C coatings. 6.15mm diameter.
300mm long, each LZ 02213 KN
Carbon rods for general evaporations. 6.15mm diameter.

Carbon rods to produce carbon support films and specimen replicas.

6.15mm diameter.
Carbon Tips
Spectrographically pure, with conical tip. 6.15mm diameter. (0106)
Spectrographically pure, with screw cylinders. 6.15mm diameter.

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Spectrographically pure, with screw cylinders. 6.15mm diameter.

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Shaped Carbon rods

These are the softer (graphite type) carbons, 6.15mm diameter, pre-shaped.
55mm long, pack of 10 E429
Platinum/Carbon Pellets
Spectrographically pure carbon. Sintered of 50% platinum powder and 50%
carbon powder.
In pressed gelatin capsules, pack of 2 LZ 02280 VN
Holding Electrode
For platinum/carbon pellets. Spectrographically carbon with groove cut to hold
platinum/carbon pellets. 6mm diameter.
Holding electrode, 30mm long, each LZ 02281 VN
Carbon Rod Sharpener

A simple sharpener to give a good conical point on carbon rods. The cutter is
replaceable.
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Carbon rod sharpener T579

Replacement cutter T579A
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Carbon Rod Sharpener KS 600

Suitable for carbon rods with 6mm diameter and 6.15mm diameter. To produce
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conical tips of 18 mm in length
Carbon sharpener KS 600 LZ 02198 KN
Carbon Sharpener KS 610

Suitable for carbon rods of 6.15mm in diameter which were preshaped. To pro-
duce screw cylinders of 1mm diameter and 2mm length. For carbon/platinum
evaporation. The enclosed winding pin is used to slide on screw cylinders in
producing the platinum coil.
Carbon shapener KS 610 LZ 02233 VN
Carbon Sharpener KS 611

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Suitable for carbon rods of 6mm in diameter, which were preshaped. To pro-
duce screw cylinders of 1mm diameter and 2mm length. For carbon/platinum
evaporation. The enclosed winding pin is used to slide on screw cylinders in
producing the platinum coil.
Carbon sharpener KS 611 LZ 02234 VN
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Universal Carbon Sharpener

Suitable for carbon rods of 6mm diameter and 6.15mm diameter. Can be used
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instead of carbon sharpeners KS 610 and KS 611. Basic body, 3 carbide

blades, rotary knob with carbon rod fastener and integrated depth setting
gauge are included.
Universal carbon sharpener LZ 02276 VN
Carbon Rod Grinder

A motor driven sharpener with a corundum grinding wheel. Produces cylindri-
cal tips with 1.25mm diameter. Can also grind conical points. No difficulties in
grinding hard carbon due to the grinding mechanisms. Complete with tray to
catch carbon dust.
Carbon rod grinder T580
Electron Beam Evaporation

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Consumable Set
Consumable for approximately 1 year of operation
PT/C (1year supply) LZ 02318 VN
Ta/W (1year supply) LZ 02319 VN
C (1 year supply) LZ 02320 VN
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Spectrographically Pure Carbon Rods

To produce carbon specimen replicas. 3mm diameter.
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50mm long, pack of 6 LZ 02217 KN
To produce Carbon/Platinum mix coatings. Both sides drilled for platinum in-
sert. 2mm diameter.
To produce carbon specimen replicas. 3.05mm diameter.

10.5mm long, 10 per pack LZ 02274 VN
To produce Carbon/Platinum mix coatings. Both sides drilled for platinum in-
sert. 2mm diameter.
10.5mm long, pack of 10 LZ 02268 VN
Platinum Insert
For Carbon/Platinum mix coatings. 1.5mm diameter.
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Tungsten Rods
To receive carbon rods. 1mm diameter.
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To produce high resolution Tantalum/Tungsten mix coatings. Ground on both

sides to receive 0.5 mm tantalum wire coil. 2mm diameter.
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Tantalum Wire
For high resolution Tantalum/Tungsten mix coatings.
Tantalum wire, 0.05mm diameter, 1m LZ 02263 VN
Winding Pin
To wrap tantalum or platinum coils for sliding to tungsten or to pre-shaped car-
bon rods.
Winding pin LZ 02235 VN
Chrome Rod
For high resolution Chrome coatings. 1.8mm diameter.
Platinum/Iridium/Carbon Rod
For high resolution Platinum/Iridium/Carbon coatings. Pre-melted and pretreat-
ed for immediate use. 2mm diameter.
30mm long, each LZ 02293 VN
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Tungsten Cathode
Suitable for evaporation guns.
Tungsten cathode, pack of 5 LZ 02317 VN
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SOLID STATE AND GENERAL

SPECIMEN PREPARATION
2000
SOLID STATE AND GENERAL
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Film Forming Materials
A variety of film-forming solutions are used to prepare support films and
replicas of smooth surfaces.
These are: FORMVAR® in chloroform, PIOLOFORM® in chloroform and
BUTVAR® in chloroform.
The mostly used material today is FORMVAR. BUTVAR is thought to be stron-

ger. PIOLOFORM, which had been introduced later, has a higher mechanical
and thermal stability than FORMVAR and a lower mass thickness; thus caus-
ing less electron scatter for a given film thickness: It also seems to have less
self-structure.
PIOLOFORM is dissolved in chloroform (0.3g - 1.5g in 100ml). It should be
stored in a refrigerator (in an amber glass bottle), but must be brought up to
room temperature before use. The same preparation procedure as for FORM-
VAR is used.
BUTVAR B98 is an alternative support film material to FORMVAR and collodi-

on as reported by Handley and Olsen (Ultramicroscopy 4 (1979) 479–480).
Good mechanical stability, high electron transparency and minimum intrinsic
structure are claimed for support film using this material. It may also be applied
to grids as an adhesive.
FORMVAR®, 100g (Polyvinyl formal) R1201
FORMVAR®, 25g R1202
PIOLOFORM®, powder, 10g R1275
BUTVAR® B98, 25g R1276
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Stainless Steel Mesh

Stainless steel mesh in 150mm squares, suitable for supporting grids during
specimen preparation. Can be cut with strong scissors to any required size.
Wire mesh, 3 sheets G252
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Grid Coating Plates

Made from nickel plate it can accommodate up to 50 3mm grids. Very useful in
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the preparation of FORMVAR an other supporting films. The plate is placed un-
der distilled water and the surface supporting the film gradually lowered. Ex-
cess water is removed by blotting from below. The plate containing filmed grids
can be transferred to a vacuum coating unit for carbon coating.
Grid coating plates, 30mm x 50mm, pack of 3 G3653
Grid coating plates, 25mm x 75mm, pack of 3 G3901
Balance Boats
These disposable diamond-shape weighing dishes are made from high impact
polystyrene. The design allows them to be bent to give a funnel shape, thus
avoiding any spillage on transfer of the contents. The flat base ensures that
they sit firmly on the balance pan. The smooth finish facilitates complete re-
moval of the weighed chemical.
Balance boats, 5ml, pack of 500 G3909
Weighing Paper
This special paper has a glossy surface which makes it very suitable for weigh-
ing out powders.
Weighing paper, 114mm x 89mm, pack of 1000 G3323
Mica Sheets
Cleaving of a mica sheet produces a super clean surface which can be used
as a substrate for carbon film preparation.
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Muscovite, 75mm x 25mm, 0.15mm thick, pack of 20 G250-1

Muscovite, 25mm x 25mm, 0.15mm thick, pack of 20 G250-2
Hi-grade quality, 25mm x 25mm, 0.15mm thick, pack of 20 52-6
50mm x 75mm, 0.125mm thick, pack of 10 LZ 02092 VN
Disc for AFM-preparation, 9.9mm diameter, pack of 10 50
Mica sheets, standard quality

50mm x 76mm, 0.17mm - 0.22mm thick, pack of 10 52
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Wash bottles
Oval wash bottle with fine jet. A slight pressure on the flexible body of the bot-
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tles will dispense the liquid.
Polythene wash bottle, 500ml G351
Polythene wash bottle, 250ml G352
Anti-Static Gun
Many laboratories experience trouble arising from static charges - dust adher-
ing to pole pieces, grids jumping out of grid storage boxes, etc. These problems
can be greatly reduced by an anti-static gun which sprays ions on to the sur-
face in question. It has been found very helpful during sectioning, particularly
cryo-sectioning.
Anti-static gun G375
Aluminium Pan Assortment

To weight and mix epoxy resins. Consisting of:
- 20 pcs. with 55mm diameter and 16mm high
- 20 pcs. with 55mm diameter and 26mm high
- 5 pcs. with 85 mm diameter and 26mm high.
Aluminium pan assortment LZ 02093 VN
Punching Device
To punch out discs from plastic- and metal foils as well as grids of3 mm diam-
eter, such as grids of 3mm in diameter, in plastic and metal foils. The punch
and die are made of harded heavy duty tool steel for long life and sharp clean
edges without ridges. Jack and stripper for smooth working plane punching
product operation. Removable tray to collect punched out parts.
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Punching device LZ 02094 VN

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Punching Device
For the highest quality requirements.
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Punching Device LZ 01999 KN
Heating and Cooling Plate

Excellent suitable for SEM and TEM preparation techniques. To mount sam-
ples using adhesive wax or hot curing epoxies. The heating / cooling plate can
be thermostatically controlled at temperatures ranging between 0°C tempera-
ture and 180°C. PTFE coated to prevent sticking.
- Housing: 220mm x 110mm x 70mm
- Tiltable sample plate
- Control lamps for heating and operation
- Connection: 230V / 50Hz, 220W.
Heating and cooling plate LZ 02185 KN
Mini Hotplate
The mini hot plate is used in histology for removing stubborn wrinkles from sec-
tions. In microbiology it can be used for heat fixing bacterial smears. It can also
be used for fixing smears from body fluids where destruction of cells through
overheating must be avoided before subsequent staining. The variations in
surface heat are reduced because of its small size.
Dimensions: 140mm x 140mm x 56mm
Stage: 100mm x 100mm, Temperature: 70°C
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Mini Hotplate L4167
LKB Multi Plate

This provides three decks for wax melting, drying and heating, at different suit-
able temperatures. These are approximately 95°C for wax melting, 80°C for
drying and attaching semi-thin sections to slides (space for 6 slides) and 60°C
for heating during staining (e.g. toluidene blue) - space for 3 slides. Tempera-
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LKB Multi plate, 220V G3328

Titanium Specimen Carriers

To secure cross sections (e.g. semiconductors) for preliminary treatment as
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grinding, polishing, dimpling, etc., and final processing in the ion beam milling
systems. The specimens are first mechanically held in place for subsequent fix-
ation with the proper adhesive (e.g. AT1). 3mm diameter, thickness 0.5mm.
Slot width d = 0.6mm, each LZ 01977 FN
Slot width d = 0.6mm, pack of 10 LZ 02477 VN
Aluminium Tape
Aluminium Tape for conducting connections.
With adhesive backing, 12mm wide, 55m G265
With adhesive backing, 6.4mm wide, 55m LZ 02000 KN
With adhesive backing, 25mm wide, 55m G265A
Perforated, both sides conductive, 12mm wide, 16.5m G265B
Double-Sided Sticky Tape

May be used for attaching specimens to stubs.
12mm wide, 55m G263
38mm wide, 55m G264
Heavy-Duty Double-Sided Sticky Tape

A general purposed double-sided adhesive tape.
12mm wide, 50m G3914
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Magic Tape
This tape is transparent when it has been affixed and it has a matt top surface
which allows it to be written on. Useful therefore for making up small labels. It
is resistant to attack by insects which destroy conventional paper and sellotape
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labels.

Copper Tape
Copper Tape
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One side adhesive, 12mm wide, 16m G253

Perforated, both sides conductive, 6.4mm wide, 16m LZ 02001 KN
Copper tape with electrical good conductive adhesive side, due to the adhesive
mixture with pure fine carbon.
Copper-carbon adhesive tape, 12mm wide, 66m G3940
Silver Colored Tape

Polyester tape with silver colored coating for making microtome boats.
9mm wide, 66m G262
Double-Sided Adhesive and Conductive Carbon Tape

These are double-sided adhesive and conductive carbon tapes with an ex-
tremely smooth surface. Useful for mounting specimens, mainly for SEM and
for X-ray analysis working. They have a thickness of 0.16mm.
8mm wide, 20m G3939
12mm wide, 20m G3939A
20mm wide, 20m G3939B
50mm wide, 20m G3939C
50mm wide, 120mm, pack of 10 G3939D
3M Double sided Adhesive Tape, to affix SEM specimens on the specimen

holder. With protective strip.
12.7mm wide, 33m LZ 02002 KN
3M Transfer Adhesive Tape, very thin, transparent double sided adhesive tape
with protective paper strip to affix grained materials and thin films, etc. on the
SEM specimen holder.
12.7mm wide, 55m LZ 02003 KN
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Replication of Surfaces
Cellulose acetate sheets are suitable. They soften in acetone, so can be ap-
plied to a surface which has been wetted with acetone and stripped when dry.
Available in three thicknesses. The thicker sheets are suitable for replication of
rough surfaces, but will require extended washing times to remove the replica
material once the carbon replica has been formed on the structure of the sur-
face.
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35µm thick, 150mm x 100mm, pack of 20 G255

125µm thick, 150mm x 100mm, pack of 20 G254A
180µm thick, 150mm x 100mm, pack of 20 G254B

TRIPHAN (TRIAFOL replacement), colorless

100µm thick, 150mm x 100mm, pack of 20 G254E
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Triacetate film, colored lightly blue
125µm thick, 125mm x 125mm, pack of 20 G254F
Replicating Tape
Supplied in a convenient dispenser.
125µm thick, 19mm wide, 4.5m G3882
Cover Slips and Slides

Cover Slips
All slides had been made to ISO norm 8037 from lime sodium glass and are
ready for use.
Cover slips of high quality, thickness 0.085mm to 0.130mm.
18mm x 18mm square, pack of 100 L4093-0
13mm diameter, pack of 100 L4097-0

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22mm x 22mm square, pack of 50 LZ 02036 KN
12mm diameter, pack of 50 LZ 02037 KN
18mm diameter, pack of 50 LH 00553 KN

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Microscope Slides
High grade slides from extra white glass, pre-cleaned and polished, with
ground edges. Size 76mm x 26mm. Supplied in boxes of 50.
Thickness 0.8mm to 1.0mm, plain finish L4087
Thickness 1.0mm to 1.2mm, plain finish L4088
Thickness 1.2mm to 1.5mm, plain finish G251
Thickness 1.0mm to 1.2mm, single frost finish L4089
Thickness 1.0mm to 1.2mm, twin frost finish L4220
Typical composure for slides:

SiO2 - 72% to 74% of weight
Al2O3 - 1% to 1.9% of weight
Fe2O3 - 0.09% to 0.1% of weight
Cavity Slides
These are useful as moist chambers for observing hanging drops. Each slide
is 76mm x 25mm x 1.25mm thick with ground edges and polished round de-
pressions.The depressions are 15mm diameter and approximately 1mm deep.
Available with either one or two cavities.
Cavity slide, single depression, pack of 50 L4090
Cavity slide, two depressions, pack of 50 L4091
Plastic Cover Slips

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These cover slips are made from clear unbreakable plastic. Each cover slip is
interleaved with tissue to prevent scratching. 22mm x 22mm. Supplied in boxes
with hinged fronts for easy access.
Plastic cover slip, box of 100 L4193
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Slide Dispenser
Microscope slide dispenser. Dispenses slides one by one from dust free stor-
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age.
Microscope slide dispenser G282
Vertical Slide Rack

A stainless steel rack with grooves to hold 76mm x 26mm microscope slides
vertically. Capacity for 60 slides, size 191mm x 35mm x 43mm.
Vertical slide rack L4105
Hinged Slide box

Accommodates 50 or 100 slides in a wooden slide rack. The box itself is lath-
ered covered card with metal hinge and clasp.
Hinged slide box L4120
2-Slide Mailer
Made from moulded polyethylene with integral push-in lid. It is grooved to ac-
cept two 76mm x 26mm microscope slides.
2-slide mailer L4114
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Adhesives / Mounting Wax

Mounting Wax
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Transparent thermoplastic wax

Melting point 52°C, 100g LZ 02004 KN

Araldite AT1
High strength, one component adhesive, cures warm at approx. 180°C / 1.5h.
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Specially suitable for sticking cross-section samples.

Araldite AT1, 250g LZ 02095 VN
Graphite Powder
To decrease the milling rate of AT1. Mixing 4 parts AT1 with 1 part graphite pro-
duces an adhesive with milling rate comparable to that of silicon. A maximum
mixing ratio of 1:1 is possible.
Graphite powder LZ 02096 VN
M-Bond 610
High strength two component adhesive, cures warm at approx. 140°C / 2h.
11g hardener and 14g resin.
M-Bond 610 LZ 02007 KN
Abrasive and Polish

Diamond Paste
Useful for grinding and polishing solid state preparations, as well as for clean-
ing and polishing parts of the Electron Microscope. Water soluble, in syringes
of 5g.
Range 0 - 0.2µm, 0.1µm standard, grey LZ 02008 KN
Range 0 - 0.5µm, 0.25µm standard, grey LZ 02009 KN
Range 0 - 1µm, 0.5µm standard, grey LZ 02010 KN
Range 0 - 2µm, 1µm standard, grey LZ 02011 KN
Range 2µm - 4µm, 3µm standard, yellow LZ 02012 KN
Range 4µm - 8µm, 6µm standard, orange LZ 02013 KN
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Range 6µm - 12µm, 9 µm standard, green LZ 02014 KN

Range 12µm - 22µm, 15µm standard, blue LZ 02015 KN
Range 22µm - 36µm, 30µm standard, red LZ 02016 KN
Range 36µm - 54µm, 45µm standard, brown LZ 02017 KN
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Boron Carbide (B4C)

Hardness: Mohs 9.5, Knoop 2800. Specially suitable for polishing of very hard
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materials, but also for semiconductors. frequently used as inexpensive alterna-
tive to diamond.
Mesh 240, 50µm, 125g LZ 02018 KN
Mesh 280, 42µm, 125g LZ 02019 KN
Mesh 320, 35µm, 125g LZ 02020 KN
Mesh 400, 23µm, 125g LZ 02021 KN
Mesh 500, 18µm, 125g LZ 02022 KN
Mesh 600, 14.5µm, 125g LZ 02023 KN
Mesh 800, 10.5µm, 125g LZ 02024 KN
Mesh 1000, 8µm, 125g LZ 02025 KN
Waterproof Emery Paper

203mm diameter, without adhesive backing.
Diamond lapping films 1µm, each LV 01761 KN
203mm diameter, with adhesive backing.

Pan-W Polishing Cloths

To polish pre-thinned samples with 15µm or 17µm diamond paste.
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200mm diam., pack of 10 LZ 02186 KN
Initia-X Polishing Clothes

To super finish polishing steel with 2.5µm diamond paste.
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Finale Polishing Cloths

To super finish polishing steel homogeneous materials such as cast iron, silu-
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min, minerals and others with 2.5µm and 1.25µm diamond paste.
Finaplan Polishing Cloths

To finely polish heterogeneous materials such as cast iron, silumin, minerals
and others with 2.5µm and 1.25µm diamond paste.
Extender 1
Lubricating liquid for hard materials.
Extender 1, 1 liter LZ 02193 KN
Extender 5
Lubricating liquid for soft and medium-hard materials.
Extender 5, 1 liter LZ 02194 KN
SEP Spray
For residue-free removal of self-adhesive polishing cloth and grinding discs
from the carrier disc.
SEP spray, 400g LZ 02195 KN
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Demotec 70 Kit
Rapidly curing, cold polymerizing, electrically conductive embedding agent of
methyl methacrylate base. Curing time: 15 minutes.
For electrolytic wipe-polishing and for SEM analyses.
1000g of powder, 1000ml of liquid LZ 02196 KN
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2000
LIFE SCIENCE AND CRYO
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Gelatin Capsules
These capsules provide a convenient and economical means of producing res-

in blocks for sectioning. The capsules are made of pure gelatin and are easy
to remove from the resin block prior to sectioning.
9.5mm diameter, 1.37ml (size 000), pack of 100 LZ 02097 VN
9.5mm diameter, 1.37ml (size 000), pack of 1000 G292-19
6.5mm diameter, 0.50ml (size1), pack of 100 LZ 02100 VN
6.5mm diameter, 0.50ml (size1), pack of 1000 G292-11
4.5mm diameter, 0.15ml (size5), pack of 100 LZ 02104 VN
All the above quantities are approximate.
Eppendorf Capsules
Made of polypropylene, with cone tips and cast-on caps. For low temperature
embedding and UV-polymerization.
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1.5ml, pack of 100 LZ 02105 VN

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BEEM Capsules
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These are pre-shaped moulds of polyethylene with a hinged lid closure. Resin
blocks are produced which require virtually no trimming prior to sectioning. A
range of shapes is available. In size corresponding to gelatin capsules size 00.
BEEM 00 Pyramidal
Pyramid shaped with 1mm square tip, 7.8mm diameter, volume 0.75ml.
BEEM capsules 00, pack of 100 LZ 02106 VN
BEEM capsules 00, pack of 1000 G360-2
BEEM 00 Conical
Conical tip suitable for particles centrifuged into a pellet and for very small
pieces of tissue, 7.8mm diameter, volume 0.65ml.
BEEM capsules 00 conical, pack of 100 LZ 02107 VN
BEEM capsules 00 conical, pack of 1000 G361-2
BEEM 00 Hemi-hyperbola
Useful for very small or elongated pieces of tissue, 7.8mm diameter,
volume 0.45ml.
BEEM capsules 00 hemi-hyperbola, pack of 100 LZ 02108 VN
BEEM capsules 00 hemi-hyperbola, pack of 1000 G363-2
BEEM 3 Pyramidal
Similar in shape to BEEM 00 pyramidal, 5.4mm diameter, volume 0.25ml.
BEEM capsules 3, pack of 100 LZ 02109 VN
BEEM capsules 3, pack of 1000 G362-2
BEEM Capsule Holder 00

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This numbered holder accommodates 22 BEEM 00 capsules, holding them up-

right during filling and curing. A vacuum relief hole in the bottom of each de-
pression permits light transmission for examination of the blocks. This holder
is also suitable for gelatin capsules.
BEEM capsule holder 00 LZ 02026 KN
BEEM Capsule Holder 3

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Designee to hole the smaller BEEM 3 capsules. It will also accommodate small
gelatin capsules.
BEEM capsule holder 3 LZ 02027 KN
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Capsule splitter for BEEM Capsules

Simple device to separate embedding blocks and capsules. The cast capsule
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is simply pressed into an opening equipped with two blades with which the cap-
sule envelope is easily and safely cut open. The blades are easy to replace.
Size 00 LZ 02110 VN
Size 3 LZ 02111 VN
Replacement blade for capsule splitter LZ 02112 VN
Universal Capsule Holders

For UV-irradiation. Suitable for all consumable embedding capsules.
Universal capsule holders, pack of 25 LZ 02113 VN
Embedding Moulds
BEEM Flat Embedding Mould
This transparent polyethylene re-usable mould with 12 numbered cavities pro-
vides smooth, flat polished blocks, size 12mm x 5mm, 3mm deep. The trans-
parent nature of the mould facilitates specimen orientation if transmitted light is
used. Particularly useful for embedding media such as Nanoplast, JB4 and
Methacrylates which do not polymerize well in conventional moulds. Supplied
in a plastic box with hinged lid.
BEEM flat embedding mould G3654
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BEEM Block Holder Module

A small moulded box holding ten blocks size 00 in numbered compartments.
Clear plastic snap-fit cover.
BEEM block holder module G366
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BEEM Dial-a-Grid and Block Holder Module

This box holds 24 grids in numbered diamond shaped compartments. The de-
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sign exposes one grid at a time. It also holds two BEEM size 00 resin blocks.
BEEM dial-a-grid and block holder module G3694
BEEM Bojax Embedding Mould

Embedding mould for multiple embedding. With 22 cavities of 8mm diameter,
20mm depth. Spherical indentations protrude from the base side.
Silicone rubber, 20 cavities LZ 02028 KN
Large Histological Moulds

The increased interest in large area sections embedded in resin and examined
by light microscopy has led to a demand for convenient moulds for large
blocks. These are provided in silicon rubber moulds, each accommodating four
blocks. The base area is 25mm x 25mm in each case. The area containing the
material to be sectioned comes in four sizes.
Normal rubber, size A, 10mm x 10mm G3500
Normal rubber, size B, 10mm x 15mm G3501
Normal rubber, size C, 10mm x 20mm G3502
Normal rubber, size D, 10mm x 25mm G3503
Resistant rubber, size AR, 10mm x 10mm G3510
Resistant rubber, size BR, 10mm x 15mm G3511
Resistant rubber, size CR, 10mm x 20mm G3512
Resistant rubber, size DR, 10mm x 25mm G3513
Flat Embedding Moulds

Made of moulded silicone rubber with 24 numbered cavities 12.5mm x 4.5mm,
3mm deep. Each cavity is double ended with differing cross-sections on the
two ends. There is also a group of hemispherical depressions, approx. 3mm
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diameter, for embedding droplets. The moulds are very flexible to aid release
of the polymerized blocks. Available in silicone rubber and in a special green
rubber, resistant to Spurr resin.
Silicone rubber, white, 24 cavities G369
Resistant rubber, green, 24 cavities G3690
Green silicone rubber mould with 15 unmarked cavities 11mm x 6mm, 4mm
deep. One end will produce trapezoidal shaped tips for easy trimming.
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Silicone rubber, green, 15 cavities G3530
Mould with 20 numbered cavities 14mm x 6mm, 4mm deep. Trapezoidal

shaped tips at both ends.

Mould with 24 numbered cavities 14mm x 6mm, 4mm deep. Also contains 3
special cavities for multiple specimen embedding.
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Mould with 20 unmarked rectangular cavities 12mm x 6mm, 4mm deep. One
end will produce trapezoidal shaped tips. Eight rectangular compartments are
also included.
For viruses and other microbiological specimens, in particular for cell cultures
on cover glasses. Rectangular, stackable ship-shaped mold. One part of the
base is designed with a depression to accommodate carrier lamina.
64mm x 21mm x 20mm, depression: 43mm x 11mm x 5mm.
Flat embedding mould, silicone rubber LZ 01980 FN
Mould with 20 cubic cavities of 7.5mm x 6mm x 5mm.

Silicone rubber, 20 cavities LZ 01981 FN
Stackable mould with 20 numbered cavities of 2mm. For flat embedding with
pyramidal-shaped tips.
Silicone rubber, 20 cavities LZ 01982 FN
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Mould for 20 pyramidal-shaped embedding blocks. Diameter corresponds to

BEEM capsule sizes.
Size 00, 7.8mm diameter, volume 0.75ml LZ 01983 FN
Size 3, 5.4mm diameter, volume 0.25ml LZ 01984 FN
Mould for embedding in the shape of isosceles triangles. The individual trian-
gles are easy to break off at the indented spacing lines. Each mold consists of
4 sets of 6 triangles each, with 1mm spacing width.
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Silicone rubber, triangle side lengths of 15mm, 4mm depth LZ 01985 FN

Silicone rubber, triangle side lengths of 25mm, 5mm depth LZ 01986 FN

Mould for flat embedding with pyramidal-shaped tips. Round disc with 20 num-
bered cavities of 2mm.
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Silicone rubber, 80mm diameter LZ 01987 FN
Mould for embedding with pyramidal-shaped tips. Round disc with 20 num-
bered cavities of 5mm.
Silicone rubber, 82mm diameter LZ 01988 FN
Storage and Dispensing Unit for Epoxy Resins

Consisting of a disposable syringe with extra large opening and a silastic tube
with shut-off clamp. This unit is ideally suitable for low temperature epoxy resin
mixture storage over extended time periods. The distinct advantage is present-
ed by the ability to initially mix larger quantities of epoxy resins, while only using
portions gradually there after. The flexible tube may be folded back in clamped
position, thus maintaining the resin free of moisture whence it can easily dis-
pensed in BEEM capsules or embedding molds. Storage duration varies de-
pending on the particular resin in use, as well as the storage temperature. As
an example, Epon 812 requires the following storage conditions without under-
going any qualitative alterations: 1 year at -70°C, 6 months at -40°C, 3 months
at -20°C.
Volume 60ml, pack of 5 LZ 02114 VN
Glass Knives
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Glass knives are very versatile. Their uses include specimen trimming, thick
sectioning, semi-thin, and ultra-thin sectioning and cryo-ultramicrotomy. Glass
knives are quick and easy to prepare and the knife angle can be made to meet
the requirements of the specimen. In order to make good glass knives the most
important requirement is a reliable supply of high quality clean glass strips. The
glass offered is specially selected with consistent high quality; cut to very close
mechanical tolerances to ensure it will fit to the knife makers. Each strip is pre-
washed and individually wrapped to ensure it remains clean until ready for use.
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Ultramicrotome Glass Strips

Ultramicrotome glass strips for LKB and Reichert knife makers.
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406mm x 25mm x 6mm, pack of 30 G329
For EBS microtome, 100mm x 50mm x 10mm, pack of 20 G2305
Histology Glass Strips

Histology glass strips for Ralph and TAAB knife makers
406mm x 25mm x 6mm, pack of 6 LZ 02029 KN
406mm x 38mm x 6mm, pack of 6 LZ 02030 KN
ALKAR Glass Strips

These microtomy glass strips are produced from extremely hard glass with
great toughness. Each strip is wrapped individually in pH controlled paper. The
glass is clean and free from defects. A freshly fractured glass cutting edge cuts
thinner sections than a diamond knife.
Ultramicrotomy, 400mm x 25mm x 6.4mm, pack of 30 8700
Ultramicrotomy, 400mm x 25mm x 8mm, pack of 24 8720
Ultramicrotomy, 400mm x 25mm x 10mm, pack of 18 8740
Histology, 400mm x 25mm x 6.4mm, pack of 30 8750
Histology, 400mm x 25mm x 8mm, pack of 24 8770
Glass Knife Station

Freshly broken glass knives can be stored dust-free in this container having a
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silicone rubber mat with conveniently shape recesses for the knives. Recesses
are numbered. Holds 15 knives.
Glass knife station for 6mm - 7mm thickness 8092
Glass knife station for 8mm thickness 8093
Glass Knife Box

For safe storage of 10 finished glass knives LZ 02115 VN
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LKB Troughs
These are moulded disposable plastic troughs for fitting to glass microtome
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knives. The trough is quickly and easily attached to the glass knife. It has ample
room for large ribbons of sections.
LKB troughs, equivalent, box of 100 G3327A
Knife Trough
Made of brass plate, nickel-plated, for glass knives with 6mm cutting edge.
Knife trough, pack of 3 LZ 02116 VN
Aluminium Tape
Polyester adhesive tape with evaporated Aluminium film. Resistant against
most frequently used solvents. Used for mounting on glass knives with adhe-
sive wax.
Width 20mm, thickness 0.06mm, 66m LZ 02031 KN
Silver Tape
Polyester adhesive tape coated with Silver and used for mounting on glass
knives with wax. Resistant against all conventional solvents.
Width 9mm, 66m LZ 02032 KN
Gold Tape
Polyester adhesive tape coated with Gold and used for mounting on glass
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knives with wax. Resistant against all conventional solvents.

Width 9mm, 66m LZ 02033 KN
PVC Tape
Suitable for making glass boats on glass microtome knives.
9mm wide, 33m G260
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Adhesive Wax
Tried and tested dental wax, specially suitable for securing and sealing the
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knife ship. Handy packaging in 10 individual portions so that a clean amount of
wax is always available.
Adhesive wax LZ 02034 KN
Dental Wax
This low melting point wax is used for sealing tape boats and Trufs into glass
knives. May also be used as a base for staining grids of for immunolabelling
sections. Supplied in approximately 24 sheets 185mm x 90mm.
Dental wax, 500g G381
Diamond Pencil
Especially easy to handle and practical for long clefts in harder glass materials.
Diamond pencil LZ 02035 KN
Styrofoam Stick
To clean the cutting edges of glass and diamond knives. They remove all re-
sidual materials without risk of damaging the cutting edge.
Styrofoam stick, pack of 4 LZ 02048 KN
Cleaning Fluid (0106)
For Knifes. To be used in conjunction with styrofoam sticks.

Bottle, 1l LZ 02049 KN
75% OT Aerosol
Wetting agent for knives. 2h - 4h of immersion in a 0.5% aqueous solution of
OT Aerosol, followed by rinsing will ensure good wetting characteristics.
Bottle, 10ml LZ 02119 VN
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Specimen Carriers
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Made of Gold, 3mm Diameter
For high pressure freezing and freeze etching technique.

3mm diameter, 0.8mm thick
With flat surface, pack of 10 LZ 02123 VN
3mm diameter, 0.8mm thick.

Dome-shaped indentation 1.4mm diam., pack of 10 LZ 02124 VN

Cylinder-shaped indentation 1.4mm diam., pack of 10 LZ 02125 VN

Cylinder-shaped indentation 1mm diam., pack of 10 LZ 02126 VN
Made of Gold, 4.6mm Diameter

For plunge freezing and freeze etching technique.
4.6mm diameter, 0.6mm thick.
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With flat surface, pack of 10 LZ 02127 VN

With hole 1mm diam., pack of 10 LZ 02128 VN
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With hole 2mm diam., pack of 10 LZ 02129 VN
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With graduated hole, 1mm / 1.5mm diam., pack of 10 LZ 02130 VN
Made of Copper, 4.5mm x 3mm

For jet freezing and freeze etching technique.
Suitable for fluid samples. For double replication.
With flat surface, 0.6mm thick, pack of 100 LZ 02131VN
Suitable for tissue specimens and fluid samples. For double replication.
With indentation, 0.6mm thick, pack of 100 LZ 02132 VN
Suitable for fluid samples. For freeze fracturing.

With flat surface, 0.8mm thick, pack of 100 LZ 02133 VN
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Suitable for tissue specimens and fluid samples. For freeze fracturing.
With indentation, 0.8mm thick, pack of 100 LZ 02134 VN
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Made of Aluminium, 3mm Diameter

For high pressure freezing and freeze substitution technique. These specimen
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carriers can be arranged with various tissue sample combinations and with
Gold capillary / Cellulose capillary tubes.
Type A, 3mm diameter, 0.5mm thick.
Cylinder-shaped indentation, 2mm diameter, pack of 10 LZ 02135 VN
Type B, 3mm diameter, 0.5mm thick.

Cylinder-shaped indentation, 2mm diameter, pack of 10 LZ 02136 VN
Type C, 3mm diameter, 0.5mm thick.

Indentation, 0.3mm x 2mm long, pack of 10 LZ 02137 VN
Special Specimen Carriers

Made of gold coated copper for monolayer freeze fracture technique devel-
oped by A.Yee.
Special specimen carriers, pack of 10 LZ 02138 VN
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Made of glass for growing cell cultures, required for freeze fracture technique
developed by A.Yee.
Special specimen carriers, pack of 10 LZ 02139 VN
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Transparent Specimen Carriers

These specimen carriers from Sapphire combine excellent thermal conductiv-
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ity and the transparent property of the polished material. They are used for
flashing experiments with subsequent freezing technique. Each 10 carriers and
10 lids, 3mm diameter, 0.5mm thickness. The cavity in the carrier has 1.5mm
diameter and 0.2mm depth.
Transparent specimen carriers, pack of 10 LH 01916 VN
Synthetic Sapphire Platelets
o 3 mm
Sapphire has an excellent thermal conductivity and is used for particular appli-
cations. For example for cell cultivations in high pressure freezing. 3mm diam-
0.05 mm eter, transparent.
Thickness 0.05mm - 0.06mm, pack of 10 LH 01845 VN
Cellulose Capillary Tubes

Preparing with cellulose capillary tubes is an easy to handle method for a real
in situ fixation. Biological suspension can be sucked into the transparent and
porous micro capillary by capillary force. Micro culture of cells inside the capil-
laries as well as minimizing of intercellular water without increasing the ion con-
centration or chemical fixation is possible. After freezing the capillaries are
easy to handle for freeze substitution.
Polymer-Cellulose:
Fiber length - 500mm
Wall thickness (dry) 8µm
Inner diameter (dry) 200µm
Permeability (cut off) >5000 Dalton
pH range during operation 3 - 11
Cellulose capillary tubes, pack of approx. 100 LH 01843 VN (0106)
Gold Tube
Cylindrical samples surrounded by thin walled gold tubes provide a better
freezing of aqueous biological samples. The tube is held tightly between two
clamp rings in the specimen holder. Outside diameter 0.3mm, wall thickness
0.05mm, inside diameter 0.2mm, made of gold (99.95).
40 mm long, each LH 01846 VN
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Clamp Ring
Made from steel, non magnetic. For freezing applications with Gold tubes. The
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O 2 mm
tube is jammed between two clamp rings. 3mm diameter.
0.5 mm
Thickness 0.5mm, pack of 10 LH 01842 VN
O 3 mm
Filter Discs
Serve to receive extremely small specimens or suspensions. After critical point
drying, the specimens are directly examined under the SEM together with the
filter discs.
Pore size 16µm - 40µm, pack of 6 LZ 02040 KN
Pore size 1.0µm - 1.6µm, pack of 6 LZ 02042 KN
Filter Discs Cover

To fit on the filter discs.
Pore size 1.0µm - 1.6µm, pack of 6 LZ 02045 KN
Filter Paper
Whatman No. 1 filter papers, 90mm diameter.
Filter paper, box of 100 L4164
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Sample Basket
Made of stainless steel with screw-on fine wire netting cover (20 mesh per cm).
12mm height.
16mm diameter, each LZ 02046 KN
23mm diameter, each LZ 02047 KN
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Specimen Basket
Made of stainless steel, attachable cover with wire netting (10 mesh per cm).
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21mm height.
10mm diameter, each LZ 02118 VN
Cryo Handling System

Applications
Suitable for all types of handling applications involving frozen specimens under
liquid nitrogen, such as general preparation, collecting, cryo - treatment, trans-
porting, safekeeping and storing, preservation.
Suitable for all cryo techniques, such as flash freezing, high pressure freezing,
freeze drying, freeze fracturing, freeze substitution, freeze ultra-thin sectioning.
Features
Universal application based on modular unit design. Easy and safe to work with
because of well thought-out design. Stacking and boxing possibilities are un-
limited. Economically efficient applications based on space saving and reus-
able components. Compatible with all BAL-TEC cryo specimen devices. Inno-
vative cryo-transfer-chain concept. Specially designed for cryo specimen
techniques in electron microscopy.
Storage Dewar
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Vacuum insulated design. 470mm diameter, 460mm height. To storage 9 bas-

kets with 66mm diameter and 110mm height. 9 baskets included.
Storage time: 45 days
Neck diameter: 80mm
Contents: 26 liters
Weight (empty): 15kg
Storage dewar LZ 02066 KN
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Transport Dewar
Drain proof insulated dewar for cryo transport by airplane or motorized vehicle.
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360mm diameter, 460mm height. To receive one transport basket with 66mm
diameter and 270mm height. 1 transport basket included.
Storage time: 20 days
Neck diameter: 80mm
Transport dewar LZ 02067 KN
Laboratory Dewars
Laboratory dewar with internal diameter 57mm.
150ml, plunging depth 76mm, each LZ 02057 KN
500ml, plunging depth 210mm, each LZ 02058 KN
Cryogen Freezing Bath

for the production of small quantities of liquid cryogen or propane. This device
consists of a small container to be placed on a tube, where it will be cooled by
liquid nitrogen. Cryogen sprayed into the container will liquefy due to the low
nitrogen temperature. The cryogen freezing bath fits into the 500ml laboratory
dewar. The supplied metal rod is used to stir or liquefy the freezing cryogen un-
der nitrogen temperature.
Cryogen freezing bath LZ 02143 VN
Stand, complete
To receive a maximum of 6 specimen containers. Fits in the described storage,
transport and laboratory dewars. Consisting of: Stand with holding springs, lid
for specimen containers, tool for removal, socket screw wrench.
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Stand LZ 02147 VN
Specimen Container
Specimen container, made of Aluminium, 54mm diameter and 18mm height.
With 1 chamber, 15mm deep, to receive frozen specimen. Fits on the complete
stand.
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Specimen container LZ 02149 VN

TEM Specimen Container

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With 6 chambers to separately receive TEM specimens. Chamber diameter
15mm and 15mm deep. Fits on the complete stand.
TEM specimen container LZ 02148 VN
SEM Specimen Container

With 8 M3 taps to receive SEM stubs, either 6 with 13mm diameter or 2 with
20mm diameter. Fits on the complete stand.
SEM specimen container LZ 02150 VN
Lid for Specimen Container

Fits on the described specimen containers. serves to cover the topmost
stacked specimen container. Already included in the complete stand delivery
scope.
Lid for specimen container LZ 02151 VN
LN2 Dewar
No compressed air required, integrated optical filling level indicator, integrated
filling device. Operating over pressure is max. 1.0bar, neck connecting flange
DN50KF, port thread G¼“.
60l dewar: Rate loss 1.0l/d, weight empty 26.4kg
100l dewar: Rate loss 1.3l/d, weight empty 33.5kg
60 liters LN2 dewar LZ 02054 KN
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100 liters LN2 dewar LZ 02055 KN
Manuel LN2 Valve

I For fix on the connecting port of the LN2 dewar. To siphon liquid nitrogen out
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of the LN2 dewar, e.g. to fill smaller cryo receptacles.

Manuel LN2 valve LZ 02056 KN

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LN2 Connection Tube

Is used to deliver LN2 to the various cryo specimen devices. Consisting of 1
copper pipe, 1 armaflex insulated house, 2 connection sockets G ¼“.
Connection tube, length 0.6m LZ 02140 VN
Cryo Set Box

9 Styrofoam boxes in various sizes with covers to keep specimens in LN2.
Cryo set box LZ 02197 KN
Staining, Treatment
Plastic Staining Rack, Trough and Storage box
The rack accommodates 25 slides, 76mm x 26mm, horizontally and is fitted
with a swing handle. He through is fitted with a light proof lid and is supplied
with a small adapter to aid drainage. The through can be used for staining, stor-
age and carriage. A polystyrene storage box accommodating four of the stain-
ing racks is available.
Plastic staining rack L4111
Staining through L4163
Storage box for 4 staining racks L4112
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Cover Slip Staining Rack

Stainless steel rack with grooves to hold cover slips in vertical position.
Staining rack for 25 cover slips with 13mm diameter L4358
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EUKITT
This is a quick hardening mounting medium possessing physical, chemical and
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optical properties which make it ideal for microscope preparations. Eukitt is
neutral and colorless having the same refractive index as glass. It spreads
quickly and evenly without forming air bubbles and does not discolor with age.
It also can be used in place of epoxy resins for mounting petrographic thin sec-
tions. In addition it is useful for sealing cover slips over wet preparations.
Eukitt, 100ml R1339
O.C.T. Compound
Embedding medium for frozen tissue specimens.
O.C.T. compound, 110ml R1180
Grid Holder for Negative Staining

Used for damage-free holding of numerous grids during treatment. With this
simple device, the grids are safely secured with contact at only one point. the
entire grid surface floats freely and is easily accessible for application of the re-
quired reagent. The securing action is provided by two rings.
Grid holder for negative staining LZ 02117 VN
Dryer for Specimen Grids

Consisting of 12 columns on a stable base, each designed for storage of one
grid with lifting channel and aeration tube. Made of chrome plated brass.
Dryer, 95mm x 50mm LZ 02161 XN
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Container Series for Chemical Treatment of Single Specimens

Four containers with lids and flat, centered cavities, varying in diameter, for
chemical treatment of specimens and replicas. Cavity diameter of 8mm, red,
cavity diameter of 16mm, light blue, cavity diameter of 20mm, light green, cav-
ity diameter of 25mm, yellow. Complete with 4 miniature spatulas and two elder
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pith spongy cushions to clean spatulas. Containers on wooden tray, are remov-
able.
Container series for chemical treatment LZ 02038 KN

Rinsing Container
Used to treat specimen grids after contrasting. Suitable for receiving sodium
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hydroxide solutions. Made of black glass with lid. Cavity with diam. of 35mm.
Rinsing container, 40mm x 40mm x 15mm LZ 02039 KN
Removal Dish
Made of crystal with glass plate cover. Cavity of 35mm in diameter, depth of
8mm.
Removal dish LZ 02059 KN
Spot Plate
Made of white porcelain. 90mm x 60mm x 16mm with 6 cavities, diameter of
22mm, depth of 9mm.
Spot plate, 6 cavities LZ 02060 KN
Glass cover disc for spot plate. 85mm x 65mm x 2mm.

Cover disc LZ 02061 KN
Spot Plate
Made of white porcelain. 120mm x 90mm x 10mm with 12 cavities, diameter of
25mm, depth of 6mm.
Spot plate, 12 cavities LZ 02062 KN
Spot Plate
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Made of teflon. 89mm x 59mm x 15mm with 6 cavities, diameter of 22mm,

depth of 10 mm.
Spot plate, 6 cavities LZ 01992 FN
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Pasteur Pipettes
For microtome baths etc.
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Length 150mm, pack of 25 LZ 02122 VN
Length 150mm, pack of 250 LZ 02052 KN
Pipette Filler
Small suction pump whose length and diameter fit in palm of hand. The plunger
is activated by a gear rack and gear wheel without any play. Permits precision
work. Made of acid resistant plastic.
Size No. 2 LZ 02053 KN
Replica Mounting Tool

The retrieval of a specimen replica on a specimen carrier grid is often a tedious
operation, mainly because it must be placed in the dead center of the carrier
grid. The replica mounting tool allows placement of the specimen replica in the
exact center of a carrier grid mounted on a fixture, without any problems. The
received replica cannot move to the edge of the grid. The replica mounting tool
is set up in place of the 80mm or 100mm in diameter carrier plate which goes
in the stage stand of a stereo microscope. Thus allowing the transfer of speci-
men replicas on the carrier grids to be conducted under microscopic monitor-
ing.
Replica mounting tool LZ 02146 VN
Further Tools (0106)
Disc Punches
Many applications in the laboratory make adhesive discs for mounting SEM
specimens or punch circles from ACLAR film for growing cells prior to mounting
for ultramicrotomy. Maximum thickness for punching is 1.7mm.
Disc punch, 7.9mm circle, each 54740
Disc punch, 11mm circle, each 54742
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Variable Speed Specimen Rotator

This fixed tilt rotator holds up to 12 glass vials up to 25mm diameter. It is de-
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signed to improve the penetration of fluids into biological tissues e.g. fixatives
and resins prior to polymerization.
The rotational speed is continuously variable in the range of 2rpm to 26rpm.
The size, 153mm x 150mm x 175mm high, allows the rotator to be used in a
refrigerator or incubator as well as on the bench.
Specimen rotator, 220V to 240V, 50Hz B7925
Cordless Rotator R3
This rotator is supplied with rechargeable batteries, which allows working in a
refrigerator for 20 to 30 hours. At minus 30°C the R3 will operate for up to 24
hours. 0 to 8rpm and tilt angle at 35° and 55°. Rotator head has 18 holes with
32mm diameter. Basic cabinet, controls, 8 rechargeable batteries and one bat-
tery charger are included.
R3 rotator 1040
PAP Pen
This pen is useful in immunostaining e.g. PAP method, where small and valu-
able amounts of antiserum are used. The pen makes a water repellent circle
around the section so that incubation can take place. The slide must be clean
and can be coated with egg albumen, glycerine or poly-L-lysine before the pen
is applied.
PAP pen, each L4197
Paraffin Pen
Adhesive pen for paraffin sections. A coating of the glass slide will prevent par-
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affin sections from falling off or wrinkling. Will flatten sections in room temper-
ature water. Stable to 120°C.
Paraffin pen, each 22301
Pen for Frozen Sections

Adhesive pen for frozen sections. Will prevent sections from falling off or wrin-
kling. Effective with PAP/PAAP, ABC, LAB-SA and immunofluorescent meth-
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ods. Stable up to 110°C.

Pen for frozen sections, each 22302

Blotting Paper
Highly absorbent fibre-free blotting paper. Size 90mm x 140mm.
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Blotting paper, pack of 100 sheets L4113
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DIAMOND KNIVES
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DIAMOND KNIVES
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DiATOME knives are compatible with all ultramicrotomes. The boat is designed
in such a manner that the water surface is horizontal when the clearance angle
is set. This results in a stationary water surface and good reflection. The shape
of the boat offers you the advantage of easy pick-up of the floating sections.
The surfaces of the DiATOME diamond knives are hydrophilic. This property
allows an easy wetting of the cutting edge, even with a very low water level (im-
portant for sectioning Lowicryls and other hydrophilic embedding media, as
well as for water sensitive samples). The diamond is fastened in a metal shank
which is securely screwed into the boat. The cementing material seals boat and
knife. It is hydrophilic and aids the easy wetting of the cutting edge.
Resharpened diamond knives undergo the same stringent optical checking
and sectioning test as new knives. During resharpening a knife may be re-
worked into another type (ultra to cryo, 45° to 35°, etc.). DiATOME let you
choose: You may have your knife resharpened, or exchanged against a new
one at a slightly elevated price. In the exchange service a type change is pos-
sible (ultra to cryo, 45° to 35°, small knives to large ones etc.) This, of course
includes changing the boat to your desired style (histo knives are excluded
from this offer). DiATOME guarantees a fast resharpening service for all their
knives including the oldest knives ever purchased. A diamond knife resharp-
ened by DiATOME is the same high quality as a new one.
Please ask us for the DiATOME documentation: ‘DiATOME knife catalogue‘,
‘Brochure for the Static Line II ionizer‘, ‘Flyer for the cryo P knife‘, ‘Handling and
Use manual‘. Additional information is available also at www.diatome.ch.
DiATOME ultra
Knifeangle 45° or 35°, other angles on request. For biological samples (routine
sectioning), industrial samples, surfacing samples for STM, AFM, SEM etc.
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ultra 45°
For thickness range 30nm - 150nm (10nm - 1000nm for special applications).
It is a good compromise between section quality and durability. The 45° knife
is recommended for the sectioning of extremely hard and brittle materials such
as ceramics. In this domain it has replaced the formerly recommended 55°
knife.
New Knife
DiATOME ultra 45°, size 1.5mm
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Resharpening Service
Resharpening service for ultra 45°, size 1.5mm
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Exchange Service
Exchange service for ultra 45°, size 1.5mm
ultra 35°
For smoother section surfaces and better structural preservation results. This
knife has its advantage in the sectioning of Lowicryls, inhomogenous samples
such as undecalcified bone, dental materials, etc. The 35° knives have also
proved advantageous in the sectioning of soft industrial samples such as met-
als and polymers, as well as for hard and brittle samples, for example semicon-
ductors (Si, GaAs, etc), superconducting oxides, nanocrystalline ceramics, etc.
The use of 35° knives leads to reduced compression in soft samples and to
less breaking in hard and brittle samples. For thickness range 30nm - 150nm.
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DiATOME cryo
Available for wet or dry sectioning with a 35° or a 45° angle. Section thickness
range 30nm - 1000nm. For all low temperature situations such as sectioning of
cryo-protected specimens, frozen hydrated specimens and industrial samples
such as polymers and rubber.
The triangular holder for dry sectioning and the boat for the sectioning with a
liquid (DMSO / water and others) are made of a special copper / nickel alloy.
They both guarantee excellent cold or heat transmission. The seal is made of
a cold-resistant epoxy resin.
cryo 45°
The cryo 45° knife is well suited for routine cryo sectioning.
cryo 45° dry
DiATOME cryo 45° dry, size 1.5mm
cryo 45° wet

DiATOME cryo 45° wet, size 1.5mm
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Resharpening service for cryo 45°, size 1.5mm
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cryo 35°
The 35° Knife allows you to section with considerable reduction of mechanical
damage to the specimen (up to 20% less compression as compared to the 45°
knife) and, in turn, better structural preservation of most frozen samples.
cryo 35° dry
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cryo P
Knife angle 35°, with the new patented platform for the Tokuyasu technique. It
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combines all the outstanding characteristics you have requested from a high
quality cryo diamond knife.
Developed on collaboration with reputed cryo ultramicrotomists the Section
Pick up Platform makes section retrieval easier. Conveniently situated on the
back of a Diatome cryo diamond knife, towards the user, it enables easy re-
trieval of sections from a dark epoxy surface. This surface provides an area of
high visibility for sections normally difficult to see on lower contrasts coatings.
No need for adjustment, the surface remains in focus when using the stereo
microscope. Sections can be viewed and picked up very easily.
New Knife
DiATOME cryo P, size 1.5mm
2869,00DiATOME cryo P, size 2.0mm
DiATOME cryo P, size 3.0mm
Resharpening service for cryo P, size 1.5mm
Exchange Service
Exchange service for cryo P, size 1.5mm
DiATOME histo
Knifeangle 45°. For thickness range 0.2µm - 5µm. The knife is designed for the
sectioning of hard and soft biological and industrial materials, non embedded
or embedded in methacrylate or epoxy resins.
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histo
The histo knife may be used on all ultramicrotomes and microtomes with a re-
traction of the specimen in the return phase.
New Knife
DiATOME histo, size 4.0mm
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Exchange Service
Exchange service for histo, size 4.0mm
histo-cryo
The histo-cryo knives are delivered in boats (for wet cryo sectioning) and trian-
gular holders (for dry cryo sectioning), made of a special copper/nickel alloy,
which guarantees the best heat / cold transmission.
histo-cryo dry
DiATOME histo-cryo dry, size 4.0mm
histo-cryo wet
DiATOME histo-cryo wet, size 4.0mm
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DiATOME Cryotrim
For successful cryosectioning of biological or industrial specimens, trimming is
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imperative. The diatome cryotrim diamond blade allows you to quickly and
easy fulfil your trimming requirements. Due to the extreme sharpness of our
blade, less mechanical damage is applied during trimming and very shiny
blockfaces and pyramids are achieved.
The trimming blade can be inserted into the infielder of the cryo-chamber.
Cryotrim diamond blade
Resharpening service for cryotrim diamond blade
Diamond Cutter for Leica EM Trim

Diamond cutter for Leica EM Trim
Resharpening service for diamond cutter
The Static Line II Ionizer

The Static Line II ionizer is an antistatic device which emits negative and pos-
itive ions, neutralizing the electrostatic charging in the cryochamber. The sec-
tions no longer stick to the knife edge, or bunch up one on top of the other, but
float in a nice ribbon over the knife surface. The pick up of the sections can be
done easily. Diatome recommend the use of the Static Line II ionizer for trim-
ming, sectioning and section collection.
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CHEMICALS
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CHEMICALS
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Fixatives
Warning: All fixatives by definition are potentially toxic. They must always be
handled in a fume cupboard since even at room temperature the vapors are
dangerous.
Glutaraldehyde
CAS-No. 111-30-8T, toxic
The simplest is glutaraldehyde practical grade, 25%. This should be an equate
for most morphological studies. If histochemical or immunological reactions are
contemplated, then is advisable to use the EM grade glutaraldehyde (25%).
Practical grade, harmful, 500ml R1009
EM grade, harmful, 500ml R1010
EM grade, harmful, 10ml ampoules, pack of 10 R1020
Osmium Tetroxide
CAS-No. 20816-12-0 T, very toxic
This is even more toxic than glutaraldehyde, since it has a higher vapour pres-
sure. Particular care must be taken to avoid breathing the vapor or allowing it
to affect the eyes. Supplied in sealed ampoules.
0.1g ampoules, toxic, box of 10 R1015
0.25g ampoules, toxic, box of 10 R1016
1g ampoule, toxic, each R1017
Buffers (0106)
All buffers except phosphate buffers are potentially toxic and should be han-
dled with the same care as the fixatives. Sodium cacodylate contains arsenic
and is very poisonous. A part from the danger of poisoning by swallowing or
inhalation, its effects are cumulative. Avoid contact with the skin or eyes.
Sodium cacodylate, CAS-No. 124-65 -2, toxic, 500g R1102
Tri-Sodium citrate, EM grade, 500g R1106
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Tri-Sodium citrate, EM grade, 100g R1107

Tris buffer, 500g R1160
2 I-2 CHEMICALS
Embedding Kits
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Nanoplast FB101 Kit

Water soluble embedding agent on melamine resin base. Due to very low vis-
cosity, dehydration of biological specimens is not necessary. Pre-polymeriza-
tion at 40°C / 2 days, final polymerization at 60°C / 2 days.
Suitable for semi-, ultra- and extremely thin sections depending of the mixing
composition varying from soft, medium or hard. Extremely thin sections of 8nm
allow high resolution for specimens such as isolated proteins, protein crystals,
fibrillae and membranes. Not suitable for osmium treated specimens.
Consisting of 250ml melamine resin MME7002, 10g catalyzer B52.
Nanoplast FB101 kit LZ 02068 KN
Nanoplast FB101 mini kit, the same properties as FB101 kit.

Consisting of 50ml melamine resin MME7002, 2g catalyzer B52
Nanoplast FB101 mini kit LZ 02069 KN
Lowicryl K4M Kit

Embedding agent on acrylate base for low temperature embedding. Polar hy-
drophylic embedding resin. Polymerization at 35°C by UV radiation. For ultra
thin sections in TEM applications.
Consisting of 3 x 250ml K4M monomer, 130g K4M cross linking agent,
4.7g initiator.
Lowicryl K4M kit LZ 02070 KN
Lowicryl HM20 Kit

Embedding agent on acrylate base for low temperature embedding. Non-polar
hydrophobic embedding resin. Polymerization at -70°C by UV radiation. For ul-
tra thin sections in TEM applications. Consisting of 3 x 250ml HM20 monomer,
130g HM20 cross linking agent D, 4.7g initiator.
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Lowicryl HM20 kit LZ 02071 KN
Lowicryl K11M Kit

Properties similar to K4M, but for even lower temperatures. Suitable for freeze
substitution in conjunction with low temperature embedding. Polymerization at
-60°C by UV radiation. Consisting of 3 x 250ml K11M monomer, 40g K11M
cross-linking agent, 4.7g initiator.
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Lowicryl K11M kit LZ 02072 KN
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Lowicryl HM23 Kit

Properties similar to HM20, but for even lower temperatures. Suitable for
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freeze substitution in conjunction with low temperature embedding. Polymer-
ization up to -50°C by UV radiation and initiator C, up to -80°C by UV radiation
and initiator J. Consisting of 3 x 250ml HM23 monomer, 40g HM23 cross-link-
ing agent, 3.5g initiator C, 5g initiator J.
Lowicryl HM23 kit LZ 02073 KN
Histocryl Resin Kits

Histocryl is a hydrophilic acrylic resin of low toxicity which is easy to use and
is formulated specifically for light microscopy. It permits the use of most routine
staining techniques without prior removal or etching of the resin. For those lab-
oratories using other multi-component acrylic systems, no alternation is neces-
sary to processing schedules. Consisting of 1 x 500g histocryl irritant, 1 x 50g
catalyst, 1 x 10ml accelerator.
Histocryl kit R1131
LR Gold Resin
LR Gold was originally designed primarily for embedding unfixed tissue art low
temperature. This enables enzyme histochemistry and immunocytochemistry
of many fixation sensitive enzymes to be carried out in 1µm - 4µm resin sec-
tions. It is an acrylic resin with low viscosity. The resin may be cure at -20°C
using a visible light curing source and benzil, a light sensitive initiator.
It is recommended that polyvinyl pyrrolidone (PVP) is used to protect unfixed
tissue from osmotic changes during processing. It has also been found to have
certain advantages over other resins for use with fixed tissue.
LR gold, irritant, 550g R1284
Benzil, 50g R1285
Polyvinyl pyrrolidone, 100g R1286 (0106)
LR White Resin
This is a hydrophilic acrylic resin of low viscosity (8cps) available in three
grades of hardness. The resin has wide application being suitable for both light
and electron microscopy. With appropriate fixation the same specimen may be
used for both techniques. It may be thermally of cold cured and has been suc-
cessfully used for immuno cytochemical and immunohistochemical tech-
niques. Its low viscosity makes it suitable for infiltrating decalcified bone and
teeth. Must be stored at 4°C.
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LR White, hard grade, irritant, 500g R1280

LR White, medium grade, irritant, 500g R1281
LR White, soft grade, irritant, 500g R1282
Accelerator for LR white, 10ml R1283
2 I-4 CHEMICALS
Epoxy Resin (Araldite CY212) Kit

CAS-No. 25068-38-6 Xi, 25377-73-5 C, 103-83-3, 84-74-2
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This kit has proved to be extremely reliable and versatile for a range of tissues.
It is easy to section. The sections are stable in electron beam.
Consisting of 5 x 100g epoxy resin irritant, 5 x 100g DDSA irritant, 1 x 100g
dibutyl phthalate, 1 x 50g BDMA (harmful).
Epoxy resin kit R1030
Agar100 Resin Kit

CAS-No. 25068-38-6 Xi, 25377-73-5 C, 103-83-3, 17397-85-2
Agar100 resin is to the same formulation as Epon 812 but is more closely con-
trolled with respect to viscosity; successive batches have a consistently low
viscosity. Consisting of 5 x 1200g Agar100 resin irritant, 3 x 100g DDSA irritant,
3 x 100g MNA (harmful), 1 x 50g BDMA (harmful).
Agar100 resin kit R1031
Spurr Resin Kit

CAS-No. 106-87-6 Xi, 28928-97-4 T, 108-01-0, 41638-13-5
This embedding medium has very low viscosity. It enables specimens normally
difficult to infiltrate to be successfully embedded. A range of hardness can be
achieved depending on the formulation. Consisting of 5 x 100g NSA irritant,
2 x 100g ERL 4206 (VCD, harmful), 1x 100g DER 736 irritant, 1 x 50g S-1
(DMAE) irritant (flammable).
Spurr resin kit R1032
Embedding Components
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Epoxy resins and methacrylates are liquids with irritant harmful vapors which
may cause dermatitis. Resin blocks are harmless after curing, but if cured
blocks are sawn, make sure that the dust is not inhaled.
Epoxy Resins
CAS-No. 25068-38-6 Xi
Araldite CY212, harmful, 500g R1040
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Agar100 resin, harmful, 500g R1043
CHEMICALS 2 I-5
CAS-No. 106-87-6 T
ERL 4206 (vinyl cyclohexene dioxide), harmful, 500g R1046
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CAS-No. 25068-38-6 Xi
Araldite RD-2, harmful, 500g R1090
Hardeners for Epoxy Resins

Dodecenyl succinic anhydride DDSA, EM grade, redistilled.
DDSA, irritant, 500g R1051
Nonenyl succinic anhydride NSA, redistilled

NSA, irritant, 500g R1054
Metal nadic anhydride MNA, redistilled

MNA, harmful, 250g R1082
MNA, harmful, 100g R1083
Accelerators for Epoxy Resins

BDMA is recommended in preference to DMP-30 since it is less viscous and
has a longer shelf life. Accelerators should be stored dry in a desiccator, but
need not to be in a refrigerator. BDMA is an irritant liquid whose vapour should
not be inhaled. S-1 is a flammable liquid of undetermined toxicity. All these ma-
terials have a shorter shelf life than the resins and should be discarded after (0106)
six months.
Benzyldimethylamine, BDMA, harmful.
CAS-No.103-83-3
BDMA, 500g R1060
BDMA, 250g R1061
BDMA, 100g R1062
2, 4, 6, tri dimethylaminomethyl, DMP-30, harmful.

CAS-No. 90-72-2
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DMP-30, 500g R1063

DMP-30, 250g R1064
DMP-30, 100g R1065
2 I-6 CHEMICALS
Dimethylaminoethanol DMAE, irritant, flammable, S-1.

CAS-No. 108-01-0
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S-1, 500g R1066

S-1, 100g R1067
Plasticiser
CAS-No. 84-74-2
Dibutyl phthalate, 500 g R1070
Dibutyl phthalate, 100 g R1071
Additives
Diglycidylether of propylene glycol, DER736, irritant
CAS-No. 41638-13-5
DER736, 500g R1072
DER736, 250g R1073
DER736, 100g R1074
Stains for Electron Microscopy

CAS-No. 12054-85-2
Ammonium molybdate, 100g R1155
Ammonium molybdate, 25g R1156
CAS-No. 301-04-2
Indium trichloride, 10g R1205
Lanthanum nitrate, 25g R1207
Lead acetate, harmful, 250g R1209
CAS-No. 1009-74-8
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Lead citrate, harmful, 50g R1210
CAS-No. 51429-74-4
Lead nitrate, harmful, 500g R1217
CAS-No. 51429-74-4
Phosphomolybdic acid EM grade, harmful, 25g R1212
CAS-No. 11103-72-3
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Phosphotungstic acid EM grade, harmful, 25g R1213

Potassium pyroantimonate, harmful, 100g R1214
Ruthenium red EM grade, harmful, 100mg R1227
CHEMICALS 2 I-7
CAS-No. 541-09-3
Sodium silicotungstate, 25g R1230
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Uranyl acetate EM grade, radioactive, 25g R1260A
Methacrylates
Methyl methacrylate, stabilized with 60ppm hydroquinone
CAS-No. 80-62-6 F
Irritant, flammable, 500g R1049
n-Butyl methacrylate, stabilized with 60ppm hydroquinone

CAS-No. 97-88-1
Irritant, flammable, 500g R1050
2-Hydroxyethylmethacrylat
CAS-No. 868-77-9
Irritant, 500g R1084
Methylamine Tungstate
Methylamine tungstate is an excellent negative stain. Unlike phosphotungstic
acid it does not damage virus particles and it is consequently valuable for stain-
ing delicate viruses. Contrast is good, though not as good as that obtained with
uranyl stains; the resolution is good, and the material wets grid films and spec-
imens very well.
Methylamine tungstate, 1g R1219
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Histochemical Agents and Enzymes
Peroxidase, activity in purpurogallin units/mg.
Grade 1, activity 250, Rz value 3.0, 10mg R1220
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Thiosemicarbazide, toxic
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Thiosemicarbazide, 25g R1241
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Ferritin, cadmium free, 100mg R1200

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Thiocarbohydrazide, 1g R1240
Acriflavin, 25g R1150
Adenosine monophosphate, 1g R1153
Adenosine triphosphate, 1g R1154
Cytochrome C, 25mg R1190
AS Dehydration substance
UV spectroscopy quality
Acetone, 500ml LZ 02074 KN
Methanol, 1l LZ 02075 KN
Amylacetat
Amylacetat, intermedium, 250ml LZ 02076 KN
Tripropylamine
Tripropylamine pure, 100ml LZ 02077 KN
Dipalmitoyl - Lecitin
When plunged in this solution after having been frozen, specimen carriers are
easy to separate from the specimen.
Dipalmitoyl - Lecitin, 250mg LZ 02078 KN
Hexadecine
To fill possible graps during mounting of specimen carrier sandwiches. May
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Hexadecine, 500ml LZ 02079 KN
Glycerin
Purest form. As liquid substrate for evaporating Ba, Ge and others or for the
preparation of perforated films with predeterminable hole size distributions.
Glycerin, 250ml LZ 01998 KN
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FILAMENTS AND APERTURES
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FILAMENTS
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Tungsten Filaments
The filaments are made in specially designed jigs which ensure accuracy and
reproducibility in production. High-ductility tungsten wire is used to minimize
strain in the wire. All filaments are stress relieved by flashing in a vacuum at
temperatures above the normal operating level, and are then checked for ac-
curacy of centring. Filament assemblies having alignment screws are subse-
quently adjusted using a light microscope to ensure that they are ready for im-
mediate operation in the electron microscope.
Agar Filaments
Agar filaments for different types of electron microscopes.
For AEI and Novascan, box of 10 A050
For AEI, Leica and Cambridge, except S2A and S4-10 A054
For JEOL (K type), box of 6 A092
For Philips A086
For ISI / ABT, Topcon (2 pin), box of 10 A093
For ISI / ABT, Topcon (3 pin), box of 10 A093A
For ISI / ABT,Topcon (bent 2 pin), box of 10 A093B
Agar filaments for Siemens, Cambridge S2A and S4-10, Camscan, Balscan,
Leica, Electroscan, B+L, Amray 1200.
Agar filaments, packed in individual transit tube A052
Filaments for other makes of electron microscopes.

Filaments for Hitachi (HU series), box of 10 A041
Filaments for Hitachi (H, S and X series), box of 10 A042
Filaments for Zeiss, box of 10 A043
Filaments for JEOL (GC type), box of 10 A045 (0106)
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Filament Repair Service

We can accept filaments of most types for repair provided the bases are in
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good condition. All filaments are pre-flashed in vacuum to promote stability in

operation and those filaments on bases provided with adjustment screws are
subsequently re-centred under a light microscope. The filaments sent for repair
must be in a suitable transit box or tube so that the repaired filaments can be
returned safely.
Refilamenting Siemens type A053
Refilamenting JEOL (K type) A061
Refilamenting JEOL (GC type) A061GC
Refilamenting ISI / ABT,Topcon A064
Refilamenting Tesla A065
Refilamenting Philips A071
Refilamenting Hitachi A062
Refilamenting Zeiss A063Z
Lanthanum Hexaboride Filaments

DENKA Filaments
DENKA produces single crystal lanthanum hexaboride (LaB6) cathodes. The
LaB6 emits a fine yet powerful electron beam to provide higher resolution while
decreasing noise in both scanning and transmission electron microscopes ap-
plictions.
The LaB6 gives an electron beam of higher current density, while widening the
range of photo registration. The LaB6 also provides a very stable operating en-
vironment and longer life.
As an electron radiating material LaB6 has a smaller or more responsive work
function, so that thermionic electron radiation is highly stable.
DENKA employed a specially enhanced lanthanum hexa-boride material to re-
place and expand the application of conventional tungsten cathodes.
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LaB6 with tungsten wire fixture, compatible with convention tungsten cathode.
Brightness: 10 times brighter than tungsten cathode (1µR at 90°)
Stability: Less than 3% / Hr
Life: More than 500 hours (at 5x10-7Torr, 1550°C)
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DENKA LaB6 Filaments

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Filament on Siemens base N711
Filament on Cambridge / AEI / LEO base N712
Filament on JEOL base N713
Filament on ZEISS base N714
Filament on ISI / ABT / TOPCON base N715
Filament on JEOL JAMP10 N717
Filament on AMRAY base N720
Other types of DENKA LaB6 Cathodes are available on request.
APERTURES
FREY – Apertures
Disc apertures are used in most electron microscopes. They are available with
a wide range of hole sizes and offer the advantages of easy interchangeability
and ready exchange for cleaning. Generally they are made of platinum 5% iri-
dium alloy or molybdenum although for some special applications discs can be
supplied in tantalum. Because they can be heated to a higher temperature in a
vacuum coating unit, molybdenum discs are easier to clean than platinum
discs. Heating in a butane flame whilst held in platinum tipped tweezers is the
usual way of cleaning platinum discs. Platinum apertures can be made with
hole sizes down to 5µm diameter whereas the smallest size for molybdenum is
10µm.
Disc diameter: 0 / -0.02mm
Thickness (0.1mm - 0.25mm): 0 / -0.01mm
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Thickness (0.5mm - 0.6mm): 0 / -0.02mm

Hole size (5µm - 10µm): ±1µm
Hole size (20µm - 200µm): ±2µm
Hole size (300µm and above): ±1% of hole diameter
Capillary length (10µm - 200µm): ½ of hole diameter
Capillary length (>200µm): <100µm
Roundness of the hole: approx. 1% of hole diameter
Centring of the hole: ±0.02mm
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Apertures, 1.85mm Diameter

Platinum/Iridium, 1.85mm diameter, 0.1mm thick.
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Pt/Ir, 5µm hole diameter A0100P

Pt/Ir, 150 µm hole diameter A0110P
Apertures, 2mm Diameter

Pt/Ir, 5 µm hole diameter AJ200P
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Molybdenum, 2.00mm diameter, 0.1mm thick.

Mo, 10µm hole diameter AJ201M
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Mo, 10µm hole diameter A0201M
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Pt/Ir, 5µm hole diameter AZ300P

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Mo, 10µm hole diameter AV301M
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Molybdenum, 4.00mm diameter, 0.2mm thick,

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Platinum/iridium, 19.99mm diameter, 0.25mm thick.

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Tantalum, 19.99mm diameter, 0.25mm thick.

Ta, 1000µm hole diameter A1220T
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Wehnelt Apertures
Made of Tantalum. Replaceable apertures for the Wehnelt cylinder can be sup-
plied to fit some microscopes. A hole size smaller then normal gives improved
characteristics for most electron guns.
Ta, 200µm hole diameter, fits Philips, Leitz and Amray A0111T
Spray Apertures
Made of Molybdenum. Used in Cambridge and Camscan scanning electron mi-
croscopes.
Aperture diameter 12.68mm, thickness 0.25mm. For Stereoscan S2A, S4-10,
S180 and Camscan.
Aperture diameter 10.485mm, thickness 0.25mm. For all Cambridge except

S2A, S4-10, S180.
Top Hat Screening Apertures

It has been found that X-rays generated in the illumination system penetrate
through the edge of conventional condenser apertures causing an excess
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X-ray background (hole count) which prevents measurement of small quanti-

ties of characteristic X-radiation from the specimen.These special thick plati-
num apertures are found to reduce the X-ray background significantly. 3mm di-
ameter.
Pt/Ir, 30µm hole diameter A0350
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Thin Film Apertures

It is possible to use thin film apertures in the objective lens, or intermediate lens
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(not in the condenser, they melt). These apertures have the advantage that
they heat up in the electron beam and consequently do not gather contamina-
tion rapidly. The small amount of contamination which deposits after lengthy
operation may be removed by heating the aperture strongly for a short time
with the focused electron beam. Thin film apertures are of course more fragile
to handle and can be irreparably damaged by abrasion of by a sudden rush of
air in the vacuum system. Normal tolerance on hole diameter is ±10%.
10µm hole diameter A07210

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Aperture Flamer
A platinum cup of 4.8mm diameter which has a small hole in the bottom to in-
duce a flow of air over the aperture. The cup is attached by a platinum wire to
a heat resistant handle. The aperture discs or strips in the cup are heated to
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bright red heat in a gas flame to clean them.

Aperture flamer T5002

SEM ACCESSORIES
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SEM ACCESSORIES
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Specimen Stubs
SEM Pin Stubs
12.5mm diameter with 3.2mm diameter pin. For Cambridge, Camscan, LEO,
Philips and Zeiss.
Brass, pack of 100 G301B
Copper, pack of 10 G301C
Aluminium, free of heavy metals, pack of 100 G301D
12.5mm diameter with 3.0mm diameter pin. For Zeiss 942, 962, 982, Gemini.
Aluminium, pack of 100 G301Z
13.0mm diameter with 3.1mm diameter pin. For Cambridge.

Aluminium, pack of 50 LZ 02152 VN
13.0mm diameter with 3.1mm diameter pin. For Zeiss Novascan.

Aluminium, pack of 50 LZ 02153 VN
32mm diameter with 3.2mm diameter pin. For Cambridge, Camscan, LEO,
Philips and Zeiss.
Aluminium, pack of 50 G400
25mm diameter with 3.2mm diameter pin. For Cambridge, Camscan, LEO,
Philips and Zeiss. (0106)

Brass, pack of 10 G399B
25mm diameter with 3.0mm diameter pin. For Zeiss 942, 962, 982, Gemini.
Aluminium, pack of 100 G399Z
12.5mm diameter with long 3.2mm pin.

For AMRAY. Aluminium, pack of 50 G3325
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For Zeiss 942, 962, 982, Gemini. Aluminium, pack of 50 G3325Z
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13mm diameter with 3.0mm pin and 11mm diameter cylinder-shaped indenta-
tion for suspension. For Cambridge, Etec, Philips and Zeiss.
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Aluminium, each LZ 02154 VN
12.5mm diameter with 3.2mm pin, slot and allen screw. For LEO, Philips,
Camscan.
Aluminium, pack of 10 G301S
32mm diameter with re-entrant base. For Cambridge, LEO, Analysis.

SEM Stubs
32mm diameter, 10mm height. For LEO S600.
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15mm diameter, 10mm height. For ISI / ABT / TOPCON.

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15mm diameter, angled, 45° chamfer. For ISI / ABT / TOPCON.

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10mm diameter, 10mm height. For JEOL.
10mm diameter, 5mm height. For JEOL heating stage.

Aluminium, pack of 50 G306A
10mm diameter, angled, 45° chamfer. For JEOL.

12.5mm diameter, 10mm height. For JEOL-840.

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12.5mm diameter, 5mm height. For JEOL-840.

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32mm diameter, 20mm height. For JEOL-840.

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Stubs with Thread

15mm diameter, 6mm height, with M4 thread. For HITACHI.


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20mm diameter with M3 threaded pin.

Aluminium, each LZ 01993 FN
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13mm diameter with M3 threaded pin and 1.4mm diameter center tap.
13mm diameter with M3 threaded pin and cylinder-shaped indentation.

Carbon Stubs
If the background radiation from an aluminium stub is troublesome a stub made
of spectroscopically-pure carbon may be used. They are available in a stan-
dard finish or in a very smooth finish applicable for work on small particles.
12.5mm diameter with 3.2mm diameter pin. For Cambridge, Philips, Camscan,
Zeiss and LEO.
Carbon pin stub, standard, each G321
Carbon pin stub, smooth, each G322
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32mm diameter with re-entrant base. For Cambridge, LEO, Analysis.

Carbon stub, standard, each G327
Carbon stub, smooth, each G328
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15mm diameter, 10mm height. For ISI / ABT / TOPCON.

Specimen Mounting
Carbon Discs
Carbon discs, standard finish, for mounting specimens.
12.5 mm diameter, 3mm thick, pack of 10 G3420A
15mm diameter, 3mm thick, each G3421
15mm diameter, 3mm thick, pack of 10 G3421A
25mm diameter, 3mm thick, each G3422
25mm diameter, 3mm thick, pack of 10 G3422A
32mm diameter, 10mmthick, pack of 10 G3426
Carbon Adhesive Leit-Tabs

These electrically conductive double-sided adhesive discs are carbon based.
They can be pressed on to specimen stubs and leave a conductive carbon ad-
hesive when the backing material is removed. Ideal for examining uncoated
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small specimens in the SEM and also for microanalysis. Trace impurities of Si,
Fe, Mg and Na may be found.
Tabs, 12m diameter, pack of 100 G3347
Tabs, 25mm diameter, pack of 51 G3348
Tabs, 9mm diameter, pack of 100 G3357
Strips, 65mm x 20mm, pack of 5 G3349A
Strips, 65mm x 300mm, each G3349B
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Super Smooth Silicon Mounts

The self-structure on machined aluminium of carbon stubs can be very disturb-
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ing when examining small particles with fine structure. The ideal mount is a pol-
ished silicon chip which in turn can be readily attached to any type of specimen
stub. The silicon chips are chemically inert and make good substrates for grow-
ing or mounting cells. These chips are approximately 5mm x 5mm x 0.5mm
thick. The chips do not need cleaning prior to use.
Silicon mounts, box of 36 G3388
Silicon mounts, box of 270 G3390
Sticky Tabs
These sticky tabs may be affixed to stubs. When the tab is peeled off, it leaves
a layer of adhesive to which small specimens may be affixed.
Sticky tabs, pack of 100 G304
Colloidal Graphite (Aquadag)

A preparation of pure, fine colloidal graphite in water. It may be painted on to
surfaces to provide continuous, adherent, dry films of graphite, or it may be
used simply to form a conducting path. The suspension contains ammonium.
Colloidal graphite, bottle with 500g G303
Conducting Carbon Cement

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This is supplied in the form of a suspension of very fine conducting carbon par-
ticles in a volatile carrier. Good for forming conducting bonds between speci-
men and stub.
Conducting carbon cement, 30g G3300
Thinner, 30ml G3300A
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Leit-C by Göcke
Leit-C has good adhesive power. Its electric conductivity allows selfconductive
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samples to be immediately continuous ready for analysis under the scanning

electron microscope after having been affixed to the stub and as soon as the
adhesive is dry. Non-conductive samples require no further steps after coating
with carbon or metal, such as e.g. application of conductive bridges. Based on
its composition, Leit-C does not emit any signals except for the continuum
(continuous spectrum) during energy dispersive x-ray analysis. Surface resis-
tance R~30Ohm.
Leit-C by Göcke, 30g LZ 02081 KN
Thinner, 30ml LZ 02082 KN
Leit-C Plast
This is a plasticine-like material with low outgassing properties suitable for use
in the vacuum of an SEM. It is conductive and therefore does not require addi-
tional coating. Small rolls can be used as conductive markers on a specimen
surface.
Leit-C plast, 15g G3302
Plastic Conductive Carbon

Plastic conductive carbon is a special adhesive cement for the specimen of
larger samples in scanning electron microscopy with the following properties:
high electric conductivity, long life plasticity, high vacuum resistance, sufficient
adhesive power, low sample contamination, no disturbing ED-x-ray lines. Re-
sistance R~100 kOhm mm²/m. Pack includes 2 plastic sheets to roll out the
plastic conductive carbon.
Plastic conductive carbon, pack of 15g LZ 02080 KN
Silver Suspension
Fast drying silver suspension. Very fine silver flakes (about 8µm) suspended in
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metylisobuthylketone are forming a thin, smooth, adherent and high conductive

silver film.
ACHESON 1415, 50g G302
ACHESON 1415, bottle with brush applicator, 25g G3692
AGAR, bottle with brush applicator, 25g G3691
Diluent, 100ml R1272
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Conductive Silver
For producing conductive thin films and to affix SEM specimens. Dries quickly.
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Surface resistance R~0.2Ohm.
Small bottle of 15ml (21g) LH 00589 KN
Solvent for conductive silver and to clean stubs. Due to interference with con-
ductivity, only for limited use as a thinner.
Bottle of 150ml LZ 02184 KN
Tempfix
This is temperature sensitive adhesive applied to a heated stub to yield a sticky
surface for holding specimens. It dries to a very smooth surface, avoiding dis-
turbing background structure. It is also very useful in X-ray microanalytical ap-
plications since it does not give rise to a disturbing back-ground spectrum.
Tempfix G3305
Tempfix Set
Becomes adhesive at specific temperatures and is used for powder-form sam-
ples and particels. Tempfix is a solvent-free, high vacuum resistant resin. It is
non sticking at room temperature, becomes an adhesive at 40°C and melts
when heated at temperatures exceeding 120°C. Tempfix creates smooth sur-
faces in such a way as to even permit the smallest objects to be captured by
SEM scanner at high magnification levels without the slightest background in-
terference. The complete Tempfix set includes resin and four aluminium plate-
lets with a specimen holder. (Yields approx. 50 specimens).
Tempfix Set LZ 02083 KN
PELCO RM1 Rotamix

Liquid conductive carbon suspension and silver suspensions should always be
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mixed well before application. The rubber line turning cup is 60mm deep and
60mm wide. Bottles can be kept moving until the suspension is read y to use.
Rotamix, 220V B7927
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Scintillator Discs
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PLANOTEC P47 Scintillator Discs

These discs are highly recommended for routine use, being coated with a very
uniform layer of carefully selected P47 phosphor. They have a high signal out-
put and a good working life. They should not normally be coated with alumi-
num, unless cathodoluminiscence studies are envisaged. An aluminium coat-
ing reduces the efficiency by some 20%.
Diameter 6.0mm, for ICT semiconductor model, each B7666
Diameter 6.2mm, for Philips quad detector, each B7657
Diameter 7.7mm, for ISI / ABT / TOPCON mini SEM, each B7650
Diameter 9.0mm x 3.0mm, for ETEC, each B7661
Diameter 12.0mm, for Cambridge S600, each B7653
Diameter 12.0mm x 0.17mm, for Zeiss SEM, each B7665
Diameter 12.4mm x 3.2mm, for Cameca, each B7667
Diameter 13.7mm, for ISI / ABT / TOPCON, JEOL, each B7651
Diameter 18.0mm, for Camscan / Balscan, each B7655
Diameter 19.0mm, for JEOL U3 and JSM-2, each B7654
Diameter 19.0mm x 7.3mm, for ARL SEMQ, each B7658
Diameter 19.8mm with metal ring, for Hitachi, each B7656
Diameter 20.0mm x 2.0mm, for Philips, each B7668
For JEOL 25, 733, T and 800 series, 35 (later series)

Diameter 8.8mm x 2.0mm, each B7662
For Cambridge except S600, AMRAY 1200

Diameter 10.0mm, each B7652
For Zeiss Novascan Semco / Zeiss

Diameter 16.4mm x 0.17mm, each B7663
For JEOL 50A, 35 (early series) JAMP3, Leitz / AMRAY except1200

Diameter 20.0mm, each B7659
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Further Tools
Special Tool for SEM Stubs
To hold and mount stubs with diameter of 13mm.
Special tool for 13mm stubs, each LZ 02155 VN
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To hold and mount stubs with diameter of 20mm.

Special tool for 20mm stubs, each LZ 02156 VN

Gripping Stub
A small gripping stub which fits any stage taking standard pin-type stubs.This
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enables specimens to be mounted edge-on for examination in the SEM. It
may also be used to hold multilaminous tissue during the final stages of dehy-
dration and subsequent processing before being viewed.
Gripping stub, each G3392
Conducting Ink Pen

These pens, with a fine writing point, leave a marking which can be read in the
electron beam in the SEM. They can therefore be used for marking or identify-
ing an object under examination.
Conducting ink pen, each G3344
Finder Grid
SEM specimens may be relatively large and the area to be selected for viewing
rather small. A new type of grid has been designed to assist in finding the area
of interest.A central annulus surrounds the required area, with a small pointer
for orientation purposes. The long arms are tapered to show the direction in
which to move and are identified by N, S, E, W. Two small markers of lengths
500µm an 300µm are incorporated in the central ring.
Finder grid, tube of 5 G2985
SEM Preparation Stand

This aluminium stand, 78mm diameter 12.5mm high, holds pin stubs on one
side and cylinder stubs on the reverse. It is a useful device for holding stub
whilst mounting specimens. May also be used to hold specimens for carbon or
metal coating.
For 12.5mm pin type and 10mm cylinder on reverse G3696
For 12.5mm pin type and 15mm cylinder on reverse G3697
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For 12.5mm pin type and 12.5mm cylinder on reverse G3698

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PHOTOGRAPHIC MATERIALS
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EQUIPMENT
Films and Photographic Papers

Films suitable for direct exposure to electrons within the microscope are man-
ufactured by Kodak and Agfa-Gevaert. All of these emulsions are coated on a
0.17mm (0.007“) thick polyester base. The films should be handled in the dark-
room under red or brown safe-light conditions. Full processing instructions are
supplied. Generally, a fairly active developer such as Kodak D-19 (P9101) is
recommended. Speed and contrast characteristics can be varied by altering
the development time or developer formulation.
Kodak 4489 and SO-163 E.M. Sheet Film

Type 4489 has a slow-medium very fine grain emulsion and is favoured for rou-
tine applications. If the application requires a faster film, for example, in very
high-resolution microscopy, then SO-163 is recommended.
Kodak 4489, 65mm x 90mm, box of 100 sheets P972
Kodak SO-163, 65mm x 90mm, box of 100 sheets P960
Kodak SO-163, 83mm x 102mm, box of 100 sheets P961
Roll Films for 70mm and 35mm cameras (TEM)

Agfa Rapidoline RA71P, 70mm film. Suitable for 70mm TEM cameras. Film
base thickness 0.1mm, perforated.
Agfa Rapidoline RA71P, 70mm, perforated, 30m P959A
Kodak have withdrawn from production both unperforated fine grain positive
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film and type SO-281. Perforated fine grain positive film is still available. Suit-
able for 35mm TEM cameras.
Kodak fine grain positive film, 35mm, perforated, 30m P9302
Photographic Papers
ILFORD Ilfospeed RC Deluxe, glossy, 127mm x 178mm.
Grade 0 P9250
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Grade 1 P9251
Grade 2 P9252
Grade 3 P9253
Grade 4 P9254
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ILFORD Ilfospeed RC Deluxe, glossy, 203mm x 254mm.

Grade 0 P9260
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Grade 1 P9261
Grade 2 P9262
Grade 3 P9263
Grade 4 P9264
ILFORD Multigrade IV, glossy.

127mm x 178mm P9256
203mm x 254mm P9266
Developing
Developers
Agfa Studional developer, liquid, 1 litre P9182
KODAK D-19 film developer, powder, for 5 litres P9101
KODAK Dektol film developer, powder, for 5 litres P9103
KODAK Technidol LC film developer, liquid, for 4 x 600ml P9155
KODAK HC-110 film developer, liquid, 1litre P9156
ILFORD ID 11 film developer, powder, for 1 litre P9157
ILFORD ID 11 film developer, powder, for 2.5 litres P9158
Ilfospeed Multigrade paper developer, liquid, 1 litre P9159
Ilfospeed Multigrade paper developer, liquid, 5 litres P9160
Ilfospeed paper developer, liquid, 5 litres P9153
ILFORD Microphen film developer, powder, for 2.5 litres P9161
ILFORD Microphen film developer, powder, for 600ml P9163
KODAK T-Max film developer, liquid, for 5 litres P9167
Stop Bath
Indicator stop bath, 1 litre P9166
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Fixers
HYPAM concentrate, for film and paper, 5 litres P9140
ILFOSPEED quick fixer, for paper, 5 litres P9181
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Wetting Agents
KODAK Photoflo, 2 x 500ml P9145
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ILFORD Ilfotol, 250ml P9190
Fixer Tester
Merck fixer testing strips give an indication of action levels when the fixer pH
or silver concentration becomes inappropriate for good fixation.
Fixer testing strips, pack of 100 P9165
Cut Film Developing Racks

These have moulded sides of white glass reinforced nylon, with slots to accom-
modate 25 sheets of cut film. Each side has a small shelf containing an angled
slot, into which the film is pressed to hold secure during processing. The end
frames are of anodized aluminium. The racks will withstand drying cabinet tem-
peratures, so can be used throughout the processing of the film.
Rack A for 64mm x 85mm and 65mm x 90mm film G313
Rack B for 83mm film, 84mm / 102mm / 108mm long G314
Rack C, for 90mm x 120mm film G316
Stainless steel tongs, for lifting cut film developing racks from the processing
tank.
Stainless steel tongs, each G312
Developing Trays
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Set of 3, different colours, 254mm x 305mm P990

Large developing tray, 508mm x 610mm, each P9795
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Plastic Developing Tank

Cut film racks fit into these developing tank. Due to its small size processing
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can be done at low costs. Furnished with a floating lid. Inside dimensions
191mm x 102mm x 178mm. Capacity approx. 4 liters.
Plastic developing tank with lid 26815
35mm Developing Tank

This is a plastic tank with a lid, equipped with a spiral accommodating a stan-
dard length of 35mm cassette film up to 36 exposures.
35mm developing tank P939
Transfer and Mixing Tools

Plastic graduated mixing beaker for 1200ml capacity, suitable for transfer and
measurement of photographic chemicals.
Mixing beaker P940
Funnel for transfer of photographic chemicals.

Funnel, 125mm diameter P942
Plastic mixing jar suitable for the mixing of photographic chemicals. 2 liters ca-
pacity.
Mixing jar P941
Thermometer
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Guaranteed accurate: ±0,3°C

Range of measurement: 15°C - 50°C (60°F - 120°F)
Certified thermometer P943
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Spotting Brushes
Made from selected pure red sable, these brushes are intended for retouching
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photographic prints. They have a fine point but are shortened to give extra con-
trol.
Spotting brush, size 3, each G3570
Plastic Print Forceps

Used for handling developing paper.
Plastic print forceps, set of 2 P989
Stainless Steel Film Clips

Pairs of stainless steel film clips, one weighted for use on the bottom of the film
during the drying process.
Stainless steel film clips, pair P9483
Black on White Transfer Sheets

210mm x 286mm, EM, 12 pt.
Transfer sheet, each P9821
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210mm x 286mm, EM, 18pt.

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210mm x 286mm, EM, arrowheads and lines.

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210mm x 286mm, EM, 1.0µm.

210mm x 286mm, alphabet and numbers, 12pt.

210mm x 286mm, capitals, 18pt.

210mm x 286mm, lower case and EM marks, 18pt.

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210mm x 286mm, alphabet (upper and lower), 16pt.

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210mm x 286mm, numbers and symbols, 5 sizes.

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210mm x 286mm, numbers and symbols, 24pt.
210mm x 286mm, micrometers, 3 sizes.

210mm x 286mm, micrometers, 14pt extra bold.

Film Storage Bags

Transparent plastic with white writing panel. These bags must be stored in a
dry warm place or they may damage film. 70mm x 95mm bags are suitable for
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65mm large film, 89mm x 114mm bags are suitable for 83mm large film.
Transparent bags 70mm x 95mm, pack of 1000 G299
Transparent bags 89mm x 114mm, pack of 1000 G294
Translucent Bags. 70mm x 9mm bags are suitable for 65mm large film, 118mm
x 89mm bags are suitable for 83mm large film, 108mm x 133mm bags are suit-
able for Polaroid 4“ x 5“ film.
Translucent bags 70mm x 95mm, pack of 1000 G295
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CLEANING AND VACUUM

ACCESSORIES
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CLEANING
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Gloves
Vinyl Gloves
For grease free handling of electron microscope components. Suitable for fine
manipulations as a sensitive touch is retained. Powdered for easy removal.
Matt finish to prevent slip.
Large size (8-9) disposable gloves, carton of 50 C819
Medium size (7-8) disposable gloves, carton of 50 C820
Small size (6-7) disposable gloves, carton of 50 C821
Powder free Vinyl Gloves

Seamless and powder-free for use in medical, electronic and food industries.
Supplied in sealed polythene bag of 50 pieces inside easy to dispense handy
box. Fit either hand. Available in small, medium and large sizes.
Powder-free vinyl gloves, large, pack of 50 C8000
Powder-free vinyl gloves, medium, pack of 50 C8001
Powder-free vinyl gloves, small, pack of 50 C8002
Cotton Gloves
Please note that these may shrink after washing.
Cotton stockinette gloves, men size, pair LZ 01926 KN
Cotton stockinette gloves, ladies size, pair LZ 01925 KN (0106)
Nylon Gloves
Stretch nylon gloves.
Stretch nylon gloves, men size, pair C824
Stretch nylon gloves, ladies size, pair C825
Fine nylon gloves giving very good touch sensitivity.

Fine nylon gloves, small, pair C860
Fine nylon gloves, medium, pair C861
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Fine nylon gloves, large, pair C862
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Lint free Gloves

Made of nylon. These gloves are cool, have a great gripping power and are
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washable.
Gloves, ladies size, pair LZ 02084 KN
Gloves, men size, pair LZ 02085 KN
Pseudo-leather Gloves
Gloves with pseudo-leather finger stalls an open-work back to prevent perspi-
ration. They are very comfortable, free of fluff and easy to wash clean.
Pseudo-leather gloves, small, pair C835
Pseudo-leather gloves, medium, pair C836
Pseudo-leather gloves, large, pair C837
Pseudo-leather gloves, extra large, pair C838
Latex Gloves
These gloves, manufactured from natural latex, have high elasticity with a
smooth comfortable fit. Suitable for fine manipulation. Fit either hand, non ster-
ile and lightly powdered.
Latex gloves, extra small, pack of 100 C8003
Latex gloves, small, pack of 100 C8004
Latex gloves, medium, pack of 100 C8005
Latex gloves, large, pack of 100 C8006
Nitrile Rubber Gloves

Green flock lined nitrile rubber gloves with patterned non-slip palm. These have
good resistance to a range of chemicals.
Nitrile gloves, small, pair C877
Nitrile gloves, medium, pair C878
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Nitrile gloves, large, pair C879

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CLEANING AND VACUUM ACCESSORIES 2 M-3

Cleaning Materials
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Soft Cleaning Sticks
When cleaning delicate parts, some resistant marks must be removed by vig-
orous rubbing and not by highly abrasive mechanical or chemical means. For
such parts, therefore, hard cleaning materials are likely to cause damage, but
soft wooden sticks avoid this problem. Several materials are available, but only
pith or the special polystyrene sticks should be used to clean diamond knives.
Pegwood, diameter 3mm x 300mm, bundle of 25 C802
Pith, bundle of 10 C803
Cocktails sticks, box of 1000 C804
Cotton tipped applicators on wooden sticks, pack of 100 C806
Polystyrene cleaning sticks, pack of 6 C899
Paper Wipes and Tissues

Kim wipes, strong tissues, 230mm x 430mm.
Kim wipes, carton of 150 C813
Professional 2 ply tissues, soft, 200mm x 210mm.

Kleenex professional tissues, carton of 100 C815
Medical wipes, 2 ply tissues, soft, convenient small size, 220mm x 110mm.
Kleenex medical wipes, carton of 76 C816
Service cloths, for heavy- duty mopping and cleaning, Size 490 x 380 mm.
Service cloths, pack of 50 C814
Ross Optical Lens Tissue

Nonabrasive. Processed from 100% linen stock, free of mineral and vegetable
filler. Does not lint or scratch and will not disintegrate under vigorous manipu-
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lation.
Ross lens tissue, 108mm x 127mm, box of 1000 sheets 811
Ross lens tissue, 216mm x 356mm, box of 100 sheets 811-3
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Twill Jean Cloths

Cross-ply weave, free from any lint for delicate cleaning of microscope parts.
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Twill jean cloths, 150mm x 150mm, pack of 10 C843

Twill jean cloths, 150mm x 150mm, pack of 100 C844
Twill jean cloths, 300mm x 300mm, pack of 10 C843A
Substrate Cleaner
Cleaner 1: Initial cleaning agent for glass and metal components.
Cleaner 2: Final cleaning agent for glass and metal components as well as
plastic substrates.
Cleaner 1, bottle of 500ml LZ 02087 KN
Cleaner 2, bottle of 500ml LZ 02088 KN
Metal Polishers
Specially recommend for cleaning of electron microscope parts, but also other
metal parts. The polish residue from microscope parts should be removed by
buffing and washing afterwards ultrasonically.
WENOL metal care, 100ml LZ 02086 KN
POL metal cleaning, 150ml C873
UNIPOL metal polish, 50g C807B
WEXPO metal cleaning, 150ml C8025
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Polishing Aluminas
This alumina is supplied as a thick suspension in 175ml polythene bottle. Four
types are available which are graded according to their principal particle size,
namely: coarse (7µm), medium (2µm), fine (0.1µm) and extra fine (0.05µm).
Alumina suspension, coarse, 175ml B8224
Alumina suspension, medium, 175ml B8225
Alumina suspension, fine, 175ml B8226
Alumina suspension, extra fine, 175ml B8227
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Ultrasonic Cleaning
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Ultrasonic cleaning is faster, more thorough and safer than most any other
method. Ultrasonic sound waves moving through a cleaning solution create an
effect called cavitation, the rapid formation and implosion of microscopic bub-
bles. To protect the objects to be cleaned and the tank it is recommended to
use insert baskets or hole tank covers with beaker holders. We selected three
different types of cleaners from the well-known range of SONOREX Super
compact.
Ultrasonic Cleaners
Ultrasonic Cleaner RK31
Tank size: 190mm x 85mm x 60mm
Tank capacity: 0.9l
Weight: 1.5kg
Ultrasonic cleaner RK31 NB329

Tank capacity: 3.0l
Weight: 3.4kg
Ultrasonic cleaner RK100 NB301

Tank capacity: 5.9l
Weight: 6.1kg
Ultrasonic cleaner RK 165 NB305
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Insert Mesh Baskets

Stainless steel, 170mm x 65mm x 50mm. Mesh width 4mm x 4mm.
K08, for RK31 NB209
Stainless steel, 200mm x 113mm x 45mm. Perforated, holes of 4mm diameter.

K3, for RK100 NB353
Stainless steel, 450mm x 97mm x 55mm. Mesh width 5mm x 5mm.

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K6L, for RK156 NB202

Tank Lids
D08 for RK31, stainless steel NB218
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D3B for RK100, stainless steel NB343

D6L for RK156, stainless steel NB342
Beaker Holder Lids

DE08, for RK31, stainless steel, for 2 beakers NB278
DE3B, for RK100, stainless steel, for 2 beakers NB333
DE6L, for RK156, stainless steel, for 4 beakers NB337
Glass beakers (for inserting in lids)

SD04 for RK31, one 400 ml beaker with ring holder NB168
SD06 for RK100, one 600 ml beaker with ring holder and lid NB330
SD09 for RK156, one 1000 ml beaker with ring holder NB579
Cleaning Agents
Neutral cleaner R30, gentle, pH7.
R30, concentrate for 1% to 5% solution, 1 liter NB810
Special cleaner RW77, with ammonia, light alkaline, pH10, free of phosphates.
RW77, concentrate for 5% to 10% solution,1 liter NB870
Oxide remover J60U, with oxide protector, acid, pH2, for use on beakers only.
J80U, 1 liter NB880
Pressure Gas Cleaners

Carbatom
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Environmentally safe cleaning of surfaces, optical components, etc. with dry

CO2 gas (CFC free). To spray cleaning fluids filled in pressure vessel. Pressure
is applied to the pressure vessel by using CO2 disposable capsules or refillable
CO2 bottles. Consisting of: 1 valve head, 1 nozzle tube, 1 filling tool, 1 pressure
vessel, 1 gasket, 10 CO2 disposable capsules.
Carbatom LZ 02159 VN
CO2 disposable capsules, pack of 10 LZ 02089 KN
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Refillable CO2 Bottle

Replaces the disposable CO2 capsules. Filled with 150g of CO2. Fits on Car-
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batom and pocket compressor. After initial CO2 use, the bottle may repeatedly
be refilled with CO2 nipple to a larger CO2 bottle. Consisting of: 1 CO2 bottle,
1 reducing socket.
Refillable CO2 bottle LZ 02160 VN
Pocket Compressor (CFC-free)

To clean surfaces on optical components, electric and electronic equipment,
precision mechanical component boards, etc. Cleaning device, not requiring
current or compressed air, for laboratory and maintenance applications. Con-
sisting of: 1 valve head, 1 nozzle tube, 1 refillable CO2 bottle, 1 stand base. The
CO2 bottle can be refilled by connecting filling nipple to larger CO2 pressure
vessel.
Pocket compressor LZ 02090 KN
CO2 Filling Nipple

Screws on to a larger CO2 bottle and is used for refilling the CO2 bottle.
CO2 filling nipple LZ 02091 KN
Blower
For dusting surfaces which should not be wiped. Consists of a plastic bulb with
two-way valve to prevent suck back, and a metal nozzle. This simple blower is
recommended for cleaning microanalysis specimens or standards.
Blower C850
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VACUUM ACCESSORIES
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Vacuum Greases
Dow Corning High Vacuum Grease
Silicon grease, Vapor pressure: 10-7mbar to 10-8mbar at 20°C.
Temperature stability: -40°C to 200°C.
Dow corning high vacuum grease, 50g LZ 02175 KN
Apiezon Vacuum Greases

Vacuum grease for e.g. sealing rings and sealing profiles. With a range of va-
por pressure from 5 x 10-5mbar to 5 x 10-11mbar.
AP100, 5 x 10-11mbar at 15°C, stable to -5°C, 25g LZ 02167 KN
AP101, 5 x 10- mbar at 15°C, stable to -40°C, 50g LZ 02168 KN
L, 1 x 10-10mbar at 20°, 50g LZ 02169 KN
M, 1 x 10-9mbar at 20°, 100g LZ 02171 KN
N, 1 x 10-8mbar at 20°, 25g LZ 02172 KN
T, 1 x 10-9mbar at 20°, 25g LZ 02173 KN
H, 1 x 10-8mbar at 35°, 25g LZ 02174 KN
Rhodorsil Paste CAF 4

Silicon containing substance for sealing joints.
Temperature stability: -70°C to 200 °C.
Rhodorsil paste CAF 4, 100g LZ 02170 KN
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Rhodorsil Heat Conducting Paste 340

Vacuum-tight contact paste to ensure good heat transmission for all screw
equipped connections e.g. for single and four-way specimen tables.
Heat conducting paste 340, 200g LZ 02176 KN
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For Rotary Vane Pumps
Oil, P3, 0.5l LZ 02177 KN
Oil, P3, 1l LZ 02178 KN
Oil, P3, 5l LZ 02179 KN
For Turbo Molecular Pumps

Oil, TL 011, 0.25l LZ 02180 KN
Oil, TL 011, 0.5l LZ 02181 KN
Fomblin Oil
if reactive gases are used or to grease moving parts in vacuum.
Fomblin Oil, F3, 0.05l LZ 02182 KN
Fomblin Oil, F3, 0.25l LZ 02183 KN
Fomblin Oil, F3, 1l LE 01788 KN
Small amount to grease moving parts in vacuum

Fomblin Oil, 5ml LH 01786 VN
Viton O-Rings
Precision Viton O-Rings, 70SH-A, black. The listed standard dimensions are
available from stock. Other diameters in the range of 1mm up to 10mm ring
thickness and 1.78mm up to 660mm internal diameter on request.
1.78mm O-Rings
FKM 70 S, 1.78mm thick, 3.68mm internal diameter LE 00657 KN
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2.62mm O-Rings
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3.53mm O-Rings
5.34mm O-Rings
Metric O-Rings
1.0mm thick, 5.00mm internal diameter LE 00743 KN
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STORAGE
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STORAGE
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Storage Containers
Glass Vials
Supplied with polythene leakproof closures, useful for mixing chemicals or
sting specimens.
1.75ml, 11.5mm diameter x 36mm height, approx. 882 G350
3.5ml, 12mm diameter x 46mm height, approx. 666 G285
7ml, 23.25mm diameter x 34mm height, approx. 190 G284
10ml, 23.25mm diameter x 42mm height, approx. 190 B793
15ml, 25.5mm diameter x 46mm height, approx. 162 B794
Extra lids for G284, B793, B794, approx. 100 G284B
Polythene Tubes
Internal diameter 12mm, height 50mm, capacity 5ml. Hinged lid.
Polythene tubes, pack of 50 G288
Polystyrene Tubes
Clear polystyrene with push-in polythene plug stopper.
2ml, 11mm diameter x 25mm height, pack of 50 G286
6.5ml, 13mm diameter x 60mm height, pack of 50 G289
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Culture vials
Useful disposable vials of 25ml capacity, with wide neck and polypropylene
screw cap which seals without use of a separate gasket.
25ml, 22mm diameter x 95mm height, pack of 10 G3340
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Storage bottles
Heavy polythene bottle with screw caps.
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5ml capacity, 25mm diameter x 31mm height, pack of 10 G346

Mini Vials
Manufactured from translucent polyethylene these are suitable for storing sam-
ples or specimens on grids. The rounded inner ends prevent the surface of the
grid from coming into contact with the vial. The flat-bottomed external surface
enables the vial to stand on end. The attached cap has a positive closure pre-
venting contamination of specimens. Can also be used for embedding samples
for sectioning. Capacity: 0.2ml.
Mini vials, approx. 12 G3971
Small Boxes
Small plastic boxes with lid.
With sliding lid, 46mm x 34mm x 13mm, pack of 50 G278
Square with pull off lid, 10mm x 10mm x 24mm, pack of 100 G283
With lift off lid, 42mm x 19mm x 17mm, pack of 100 G349
With hinged lid, 55mm x 45mm x 10mm, pack of 50 G3312
Storage Box
A transparent box with lift-off lid (130mm x 34mm x 15mm) divided into five
(0106)
compartments. Supplied with 25 small square tubes with color coded lids. Use-
ful for storing specimens.
Storage box with 25 small containers G3970
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Shell box
Stable transport, or storing box, made of Poly-Propylen.
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Big, inner size 126mm x 96mm x 18mm, each LB 01323 KN
Small, inner size 100mm x 56mm x 13mm, each LB 01336 KN
Plastic Boxes
Size 194mm x 95mm x 22mm, with hinged lid.
Plastic box, single compartment G277-0
Plastic box, 3 compartments G277-3
Desiccator Cabinet
This cabinet is made of clear polystyrene and is stackable. The door is closed
with roller latches at each side and is sealed with a foam rubber gasket. Ideal
for storing cleaned EM components, spare stages, and prepared specimens.
Internal space: 210mm x 180mm x 130mm.
Desiccator cabinet G3518
Resealable Plastic Bags

Useful for segregation of small items. Some are clear, others have write-on
panels for description of contents.
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Plain, 51mm x 57mm, pack of 100 G394

White panel, 76mm x 82mm, pack of 100 G357
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Parafilm
Two was stretch waterproof self-sealing film. Valuable for temporary sealing of
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laboratory glassware. Available in two widths.

Parafilm, 50mm wide x 75m long G398
Parafilm, 100mm wide x 38m long G3398
Silicagel
Useful adsorptions material
Silicagel, 500g R1278
Grid Storage Boxes

Grid Vials
Made from translucent polypropylene with attached snap cap.
Dimensions: 15mm diameter x 24mm height.
Grid vials, each LZ 02166 KN
Grid vials, black, antistatic, pack of 100 G3972B
BEEM Dial-a-Grid Box

This box can hold 24 grids which are accessible on at a time through a hole in
a rotating plastic cover disc.
Grid storage box G261
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Grid Box LKB Type

Grid box for 100 grids of 2.3mm or 3.05mm in diameter with numbered com-
partements. Sequential numbering appears on front side.
Grid box LKB type LZ 01862 KN
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Specimen Grid Box

Specimen grids box for 50 grids. These boxes accommodate either 3.05mm or
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2.3mm grids and have a low susceptibility to charging. All holes are numbered.
Specimen grid box for 50 grids G276A
Specimen grid box for 100 grids in numbered holes. It is designed to 3.05mm
or 2.3mm diameter grids. The grids may be handled via a slot in the top sliding
cover, so that most of the stored grids are protected from accidental distur-
bance while one row is being filled or removed.
Specimen grid box for 100 grids G276
Grid Box with Identification Number

Specimen grids box for 100 grids in numbered holes. Each box has its own
unique number printed on the top and one end. During use the number on the
face can be seen thus eliminating the possibility of placing a specimen grids in
the wrong box. The number on the end of the box facilitates the retrieval of the
grid box from storage.
Specimen grid box with unique number G276N
Transport grid Box

See-through box with hinged lid. Silicon rubber pad with 12 numbered, sepa-
rate compartments of 12 x 12 mm each. This transportation grid box is partic-
ularly well suitable for short term storage and transporting of specimens on
grids from the laboratory to the EM. The grids are securely held in place on the
silicon pad and may easily be removed with tweezers.
Transport grid box, 74.5mm x 26.4mm x 4mm, pack of 5 LZ 01863 VN
Silicon Rubber Pads (0106)
Used as resting pads to securely hold individual carrier grids.

6 round 15mm diam. and 6 square 15mm x 15mm per pack LZ 01864 VN
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Grid Holder
For those who like to store prepared grids in a petri dish, there is always a dan-
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ger of mixing grids when the dish is jolted. The grip-a-grid disc is the answer to
the problem. It is marked in numbered squares so that the specimens may be
identified, and the grids cannot easily be knocked out of position. The disc can
easily be washed clean. Available in two sizes to fit 90mm and 50mm petri
dishes.
Grip-a-grid disc (85mm), each G3306
Grip-a-grid disc (45mm), pack of 10 G3307
SEM Stub Storage

Storage /Transport Tubes for SEM Stubs
These tubes are useful for storing and transporting SEM specimens on
12.5mm diameter pin stubs (G301, G3325). The stub is held firmly in the base
of the tube.
Storage tubes for 12.5mm pin stubs, pack of 10 G3626
Agar Stub Storage Boxes

These storage boxes are more flexible in use than earlier designs and accom-
modate more stubs. There are three designs. The first accepts either fourteen
12.5mm diameter pin type stubs (long for AMRAY or short) or eight 25mm di-
ameter stubs, or four 32mm stubs. The second type accepts twelve each of
10mm and 15mm diameter cylindrical stubs (JEOL and ISI/ABT respectively).
The third one is suitable for 14 HITACHI stubs of 15mm diameter with M4
tread.
Stub storage box for 14 pin type stubs G3100
Stub storage box for 12 10mm and 15mm cylinder stubs G3101
(0106)
Stub storage box for 14 15mm Hitachi stubs G3102
SEM Stub Storage Box

To preserve 10 SEM specimens mounted on stubs. Suitable for Cambridge,
Etec, Philips and Zeiss SEM stubs. With air-tight sealing lid. Max. sample
height 20mm, (stud leg diameter 3mm).
Dimensions: 140mm x 75mm x 35 mm.
Storage box, for 10 stubs with 10mm diameter LZ 02157 VN
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SEM Stub Storage Box

To preserve mounted SEM specimens. Suitable for Cambridge, Etec, Philips
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and Zeiss SEM stubs.
Dimensions: 300mm x 135mm x 30mm.
For 10 x 4 specimen stubs (stub leg diameter 3mm) LZ 02158 VN
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Consumables and Accessories

Athene M75: 75 mesh, holes 320µm square, 83% transmission

Athene Old200: 200 mesh, holes 100µm square, 60% transmission

Athene Old300: 300 mesh, holes 70µm square, 57% transmission

Athene Old400: 400 mesh, holes 45µm square, 56% transmission

Standard Patterns, 2.3mm diameter, thickness about 12µm to 15µm

Athene M75Old: 75 mesh, holes 320µm square, 83% transmission

Athene 400: 400 mesh, holes 45µm square, 56% transmission

Thin Bar Grids

Athene 200: 200 mesh, bar with 10µm, 86% transmission

Athene 300: 300 mesh, bar with 10µm, 78% transmission

Athene 400: 400 mesh, bar with 10µm, 70% transmission

Thick Bar / Thin Bar Grids, 3.05mm diameter

Athene New200: 200 mesh, holes 105µm square

Athene New300: 300 mesh, holes 75µm square

Thick Bar / Thin Bar Grids, 2.3mm diameter

Athene New200: 200 mesh, holes 105µm square

Multiple Slot & Hexagonal, 3.05mm diameter

Athene Sjostrand: 75µm and 150µm wide slots

Athene Polyslot: four slots of width 350µm - 700µm

Multiple Slot & Hexagonal, 2.3mm diameter

Athene Sjostrand: 75µm and 150µm wide slots

Athene Polyslot: four slots of width 350µm - 700µm

Round Hole Grids, 3.05mm diameter

Round Hole Grids, 2.3mm diameter

Slot Grids, 3.05mm diameter

Slot 25µm: Slot 25µm wide, 2mm long

Slot 60µm: Slot 60µm wide, 2mm long

Slot 125µm: Slot 125µm wide, 2mm long

Slot 500µm: Slot 500µm wide, 2mm long

Slot 1000µ: Slot 1000µm wide, 2mm long

Slot Grids, 2.3mm diameter

Thick Grids, 3.05mm diameter

Slot 1000µm: Slot 1000µm wide, 2mm long

Hole Grids, 3.05mm diameter

Folding Grids, 3.05mm diameter

Athene D50: 50 / 50 mesh, holes 450µm square

Athene D100: 100 / 100 mesh, holes 240µm square

Athene D200: 200 / 200 mesh, holes 100µm square

Square Mesh Grids, 3.05mm diameter

Square 75 mesh, 73% transmission

Square 100 mesh, 69% transmission

Square 150 mesh, 64% transmission

Square 200 mesh, 55% transmission

Centre mark 200 mesh, 72% transmission

Square 300 mesh, 55% transmission

Square 400 mesh, 44% transmission

Copper with one side flash coated with palladium G2400D

Square Mesh Grids, 2.3mm diameter

Square 75 mesh, 73% transmission

Square 100 mesh, 69% transmission

Square 150 mesh, 64% transmission

Square 200 mesh, 55% transmission

Square 300 mesh, 55% transmission

Square 400 mesh, 44% transmission

Hexagonal Mesh Grids, 3.05mm diameter

Hexagonal 100 mesh

Hexagonal 200 mesh

Hexagonal 400 mesh

Parallel Bar Grids, 3.05mm diameter

Parallel Bars, 50 lines

Parallel Bars, 75 lines