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Category: Plasma Cleaners for TEM
HPT-100 Plasma Cleaner
The Quorum HPT-100 is a versatile, compact benchtop RF plasma cleaner and asher. It is designed for the routine cleaning of SEM and TEM specimens, holders, and grids to remove hydrocarbon contamination and improve image resolution.
Operating at 40 kHz with 0-100W variable power (optional 200W available), the HPT-100 offers precise control for delicate surface activation or aggressive plasma ashing. With a spacious 100mm chamber and dual gas inlets (Oxygen/Argon), it is the ideal laboratory plasma cleaner for multi-user EM facilities.
✓ 0-100W RF Plasma ✓ Hydrocarbon Removal ✓ Dual Gas Inputs
0-100W
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Technical Specifications of HPT-100
| Quorum HPT-100 Performance Data | |
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| Instrument Type | Benchtop RF Plasma Cleaner |
| Plasma Power | 0 - 100W RF (40 kHz) / Optional 200W |
| Chamber Size | 100mm Ø x 280mm Length (Stainless Steel) |
| Gas Inlets | 2 Independent Mass Flow Controlled Inlets (O₂, Ar) |
| Specimen Handling | Drawer or Glass Tray for Bulk Specimens |
| Vacuum Gauge | Pirani Gauge (Standard) |
| Control Interface | 5.7" Colour TFT Touchscreen |
| Process Timer | 1 sec to 99 min 59 sec |
| Vacuum Pump | Rotary Pump Required (5 m³/hr) |
| Dimensions | 520mm (W) x 286mm (H) x 550mm (D) |
| Weight | 22 kg |
Comprehensive Features of HPT-100
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Fully Programmable RF Plasma The 40 kHz RF generator delivers 0-100W of power (200W optional), allowing for everything from gentle cleaning to rapid plasma etching.
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Dual Gas Control Equipped with two mass flow controlled gas inlets for Oxygen, Argon, or air, enabling automatic switching for complex cleaning recipes.
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Precise Vacuum Monitoring Integrated Pirani gauge ensures the process only starts at the correct vacuum level, guaranteeing repeatable plasma conditions.
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Recipe Storage Users can store multiple process recipes, ensuring consistent cleaning protocols for different sample types across the laboratory.
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Compact & Safe The benchtop design fits easily in any lab. The vacuum plasma cleaner operation ensures no hazardous emissions, making it safe for daily use.
Applications: Hydrocarbon Removal & Surface Activation
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Hydrocarbon Removal Removes carbonaceous contamination from SEM specimens and holders to prevent charging and improve image contrast.
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Surface Activation Modifies surface energy (hydrophilization) of TEM grids, glass slides, and polymers to improve adhesion and wetting properties.
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Plasma Ashing Effective for removing bulk carbon deposits, photoresist, or organic residues using high-power Oxygen plasma.
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TEM/SEM Holder Cleaning Regular cleaning of sample holders prevents cross-contamination and reduces pump-down times in the microscope.
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Soft Cleaning Gentle plasma mode cleans delicate samples like graphene or ultra-thin sections without structural damage.
HPT-100 Frequently Asked Questions
We offer competitive pricing for the Quorum HPT-100 in India. Please use the form to request a formal quotation tailored to your lab's needs.
The system typically uses Oxygen (for ashing/cleaning) or Argon (for etching/activation). Air can also be used for general cleaning.
While the HPT-100 can clean holders placed inside the chamber, if you require front-feed insertion without removing the grid, please see our HPT-100 TEM model.
No, the HPT-100 operates efficiently with a standard rotary vacuum pump (5 m³/hr), keeping maintenance costs low.
The chamber is made of high-quality stainless steel (100mm diameter), ensuring durability and chemical resistance.