SPUTTER COATING

Instrumentation

Bal-Tec 050 Sputter Coater (located in 156 MRL Bldg.)

Technique Description

Even on strongly fissured specimen surfaces a homogeneous, thin metal film is deposited, the conductivity of which is sufficient for scanning electron microscopy specimens and dielectric testing. The conductivity depends not only on the target material but also on parameters such as working distance, gas pressure, glow current, and process duration. In practice the parameters are determined by the temperature resistance of the specimens.

Sample Requirements/Specifications

Sample requirements may vary widely depending on your material type. Available metals for sputter coating are: Au, Ag, Pt

Rates

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User Policies, Procedures, and Training

New users need to have a Portal account and must be trained by the technical staff before using the instrument.