What is the operating temperature range?

The system supports the following temperature ranges

• Peltier Stage: -40 °C to 170 °C / 200 °C
• Ceramic Stage: RT to 450 °C / 750 °C / 1000 °C
• Cryogenic Stage: 80K to RT

What vacuum level can be achieved?

• Peltier & Ceramic Stage: 10⁻⁵ mbar
• Cryogenic Stage: 10⁻⁴ mbar

What optical window options are available?

The standard optical window is fused silica. Other materials such as sapphire and ZnSe can be provided upon request. Customers can specify their desired glass type for customization.

How many probe channels are available?

The system supports configurations of 4, 6, 8, 10, or 12 probe channels.

What are the electrical characteristics?

• Leakage Current: 100 pA (Standard SMA-BNC Coaxial Cable)
• Leakage Current: 100 fA (Optional SMA-TNC Triaxial Cable, tested with Keithley 4200-SCS)
• Maximum DC Voltage/Current: 500 VDC / 1000 mA
• Frequency Range: DC to 300 MHz

What improvements have been made to the gas control stage?

The upgraded Nextron MFC Gas Control Stage now provides

• Ultra-precise steady-state control (0.01% to 100% flow rate)
• 10,000:1 turndown ratio, significantly higher than competitors
• Support for 130+ user-selectable gases
• Simplified gas line setup with USB connection

Can the system operate continuously at high temperatures (e.g., 300°C for long hours)?

Yes, the system is designed for long-term stability at high temperatures. For example, it has been successfully used for continuous operation at 300°C and even up to 1000°C in certain applications.

Is measurement software included?

Basic software for temperature, gas, and humidity control is included. Additional IV measurement, data logging, and advanced analysis software are available upon request.