specimen support stub, scanning electron microscope, coated specimen


SEM specimen support stub, scanning electron microscope, entomological specimen prepared for SEM inspection, the material is first coated with a conductive film layer using a splutter coater Conductive materials in current use for specimen coating include gold, gold palladium alloy, platinum, osmium, iridium, tungsten, chromium and graphite. Coating prevents the accumulation of static electric charge on the specimen during electron irradiation.


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