EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids


Introduction

The EM-Tec FIB grids have been devised for lift-out techniques with FIB or SEM/FIB systems. They offer a secure way to attach the TEM lamellas to the posts of the grid. The TEM lamella can then be easily imaged in the SEM/FIB, TEM or used for EBSD analysis. The EM-Tec FIB grids are available in multiple post configurations. The shape of the Em-Tec FIB lift-out grids has been optimized for accessibility. The EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids are compatible with all standard 3mm TEM grid holders. All EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids have a number etched into the left side of the FIB lift-out grid to distinguish front and back.  This number corresponds with the number of posts on the grid. For easy post identification, there are unique symbols beneath each post. Available both in copper and molybdenum.

EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids, Cu, 3 posts with detail post top

Copper EM-Tec FIB lift out grids

The copper EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids are available with either 2, 3, 4 or 5 posts. Thickness is 30-40µm, which makes them more rigid then standard TEM grids. EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids undergo a unique cleaning process to reduce contamination; this results in improved mounting and imaging of the TEM lamellas. Due to the manufacturing process, the copper FIB lift-out grids have a set-back ridge at the edge of the front side and exhibit smooth side walls. The EM-Tec copper FIB grids al include unique indicator markers for each post. Packaging size is vial/100.

 


 2 post FIB lift-out grid  3 post FIB lift-out grid  4 post FIB lift-out grid  5 post FIB lift-out grid
 post size 250x200µm  post sizes 125x200 & 80x200µm  post size 80x200µm  post size 60x190µm
 attach single lamellas  attach multiple TEM lamellas attach many TEM lamellas  attach many TEM lamellas


Unique smooth side wall Molybdenum EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids
Smooth side wall Molybdenum EM-Tec FIB lift-out gridsSmooth wall of FIB grid post

A common problem with Mo FIB lift-out grids is the roughness of the side wall. It takes valuable FIB time to smooth out the sidewall of the standard molybdenum FIB lift-out grids to enable secure mounting of the TEM lamellas. To solve this common problem and to reduce cost at the FIB, we have developed the smooth side wall Mo EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids. They are made with a unique manufacturing process with the result that smoothing with the FIB is virtually eliminated or reduced to a fraction of the time previously needed. These unique Mo EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids are available with two, three or four posts and a thickness of 45-55µm. Packaging size is vial with 25 Molybdenum FIB grids.

  • Smooth side wall Mo grids
  • Virtually eliminates FIB smoothing before mounting
  • Saves valuable FIB time
  • Reduce overall costs
  • Unique Indicating markers for each post
  • Improved lamellae mounting


 2 post FIB lift-out grid  3 post FIB lift-out grid  4 post FIB lift-out grid
 post size 250x200µm  post sizes 125x200 & 80x200µm  post size 80x200µm
 attach single lamellas per post  attach multiple TEM lamellas  attach many TEM lamellas

Typical chemical composition of the Mo material for the EM-Tec smooth sidewall Molybdenum FIB lift-out grids:

Typical composition: minimum 99.95 wt% Molybdenum with following trace elements:

Al25 ppm max.   Mn10 ppm max.
C0 ppm max.   N20 ppm max.
Ca20 ppm max.   Na10 ppm max.
Cd15 ppm max.   Ni20 ppm max.
Cr20 ppm max.   O50 ppm max.
Cu10 ppm max.   Pb10 ppm max.
Fe50 ppm max.   Si25 ppm max.
K30 ppm max.   Sn20 ppm max.
Mg10 ppm max.   W300 ppm max.


Ordering Information copper EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids

*Prices without VAT, but within the EU, we have to check for valid VAT-ID.
  
EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids, Cu, 2 posts EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids, Cu, 2 posts
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25-010200 vial/100 €79,50
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EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids, Cu, 3 posts EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids, Cu, 3 posts
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25-010300 vial/100 €79,50
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EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids, Cu, 4 posts EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids, Cu, 4 posts
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25-010400 vial/100 €79,50
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EM-Tec FIB lift-out half grid, Cu, 50μm thickness EM-Tec FIB lift-out half grid, Cu, 50μm thickness
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25-010000 vial/100 €76,50
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EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids, Cu, 5 posts EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids, Cu, 5 posts
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25-010500 vial/100 €84,50
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Ordering Information for Smooth side wall Molybdenum EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids

*Prices without VAT, but within the EU, we have to check for valid VAT-ID.
  
Smooth side wall EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids, Mo, 2 posts Smooth side wall EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids, Mo, 2 posts
Product # Unit Price* Add to Quote / Order
25-020203 vial/25 €75,50
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Smooth side wall EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids, Mo, 3 posts Smooth side wall EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids, Mo, 3 posts
Product # Unit Price* Add to Quote / Order
25-020303 vial/25 €79,50
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Smooth side wall EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids, Mo, 4 posts Smooth side wall EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids, Mo, 4 posts
Product # Unit Price* Add to Quote / Order
25-020403 vial/25 €84,50
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Smooth side wall EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids, Mo, 5 posts Smooth side wall EM-Tec FIB lift-out grids, Mo, 5 posts
Product # Unit Price* Add to Quote / Order
25-020503 vial/25 €84,50
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