
EZ Liquids
The EZ Liquids accessory, designed specifically for the Nano-Observer AFM, enables high-quality imaging and measurements in liquid environments. This powerful addition to your AFM setup opens new possibilities for studying biological samples, materials in native conditions, and electrochemical processes at the nanoscale.
Manufacturer
CSI
CSInstruments is a French scientific equipment manufacturer specialised in the conception of Atomic Force Microscope and options designed for existing AFM (Nano-Observer AFM, Resiscope™, High Voltage Amplifier, Magnetic modules). The product range proposed by CSInstruments is designed and manufactured to help the scientific community to achieve nanometre performances that meet the research needs and requirements for actual and future nanoscience applications.
CSInstruments was founded by a team of experts working in AFM field for more than 20 years, starting as pioneer with some historical manufacturers. CSInstruments activity is also based on a qualified and dynamic team, experienced in the fields of mechanics, electronics and data processing. This expertise ensures innovation and performance in the production of AFM and achieves an excellent price/performance ratio!

Key Features
- Versatile Compatibility: Works with both contact and resonant AFM modes
- Specialised Design: Custom liquid cell and tip holder for optimal performance
- Laser Angle Compensation: Maintains alignment when the cell is filled with liquid
- Minimal Evaporation: Clever design reduces liquid loss during long experiments
- Electrochemistry Ready: Optional connector for bi-potentiostat integration
- Easy Setup: Simple laser/photodetector alignment process
- Long-term Stability: Achieve extended imaging sessions in resonant mode
- Versatile Applications: From biology to materials science and electrochemistry
- Easy Integration: Designed specifically for the Nano-Observer I and II
Specifications
Temperature Range | -40°C to 300°C |
Active Zone | Ø25mm |
Maximum Sample Height | 4mm |
Temperature Precision | 0.1°C |
Compatibility | All AFM modes |
Applications
Biology
- Study living cells in their native environment
- Investigate biomolecules and cellular structures in physiological conditions
- Perform force spectroscopy on biological samples
Materials Science
- Analyse surface properties in liquid media
- Study corrosion processes in real-time
- Investigate liquid-solid interfaces
Electrochemistry
- Conduct in-situ electrochemical AFM experiments
- Study electrode surfaces during reactions
- Analyse electrocatalytic processes at the nanoscale
Service Support
Comprehensive repairs and servicing
Annual Support Programs
Your metrology instrumentation is a major investment that is critical to your business operation and success. In today’s competitive climate, it is more important than ever to extend the functionality and peak performance of your metrology equipment years beyond the expiration of your factory warranty. CN Tech’s Support Programs will help ensure that your investment is protected, and that you and your instrument’s are always operating at peak performance.
With over 20 years’ experience servicing and repairing you can be assured that your system is in safe hands. The independent services we offer include system relocation, maintenance visits, parts and consumables, and break down interventions.
CN Tech’s Support Programs are an economical way to guarantee optimal working condition:
- Annual Preventive Maintenance
- Priority Technical Assistance
- Preferred Parts Availability
- On-Site User Training
- Remote Diagnostics
- No surprise repair expense and much more!
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Metrology & Instrumentation Annual Support Programs 2024/25
CN Tech's Support Programs will help ensure that your investment is protected, and that you and your instrument’s are always operating at peak performance.