Load-lock Chamber

Load lock chambers (intro chambers) provide a fast and clean method of introducing samples into UHV systems. The load lock chamber mechanisms combine with our range of load lock chambers to provide the most versatile sample loading conditions at various positions on the UHV system.

Manufacturer

Prevac

Prevac are a world leader in the design and production of analytical and deposit scientific and research equipment. Their systems operate in a high and ultra high vacuum environment. They design and construct UHV and HV systems fully adapted to the individual requirements of research projects and industrial applications.

Key Features

  • Provide the most versatile sample loading conditions
  • Can be positioned at various places on the UHV system
  • Equipped with UHV connecting flanges and additional ports for future versatility

Description

Load locks may be positioned at various places on the UHV system, such as direct connection to the radial distribution chamber, linear transfer line or glovebox.

Our standard range of load lock chambers are suitable for most positions and most applications but we will also be happy to fabricate to your individual specifications.

Load lock chambers are typically equipped with:

  • Load lock chamber mechanism
  • Pump system
  • Viewports
  • Pressure gauges

The top port of the load lock chamber mechanism is usually sealed by a viton gasket. The chambers are equipped with UHV connecting flanges and additional ports for future versatility.

They are designed for base pressures between 1×10-7 mbar and 1×10-9 mbar. A range of options are available, e.g. LN2 cooling or heating samples up to 600 °C.

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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!

Support Contact Example

An example of our service and support contracts are shown below:

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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.

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