Ultra High Vacuum Cell (UHV Cell)

Advanced sampling solutions for specialized applications

High-performance UHV sample cells are available for both laser ablation-ICPMS and noble gas/stable isotope applications in applications such as thermochronometry, archaeology and paleoclimatology.

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UV-window UHV cell compatible with TwoVol2 sample stages

UV-window UHV cell compatible with TwoVol2 sample stages

  • Ideal for He, Ne or Ar analysis
  • Features:
    • 52mm sapphire window
    • Free movement and protected lens
    • Tested to <10-10 atm-cc/sec
    • Flush-mounted window with recessed bolts
    • Based on innovative design from University College London
    • Class 1 Design
  • Exchangeable with a standard TwoVol2 ablation sample chamber (for ICPMS) in under 10 minutes for flexibility and multi-technique in-situ analysis
  • 1.33” CF (DN16CF) flange connector for connection to the noble gas mass spectrometers
  • Constructed from high-grade stainless steel to allow for easy cleaning and preheating prior to analysis
  • Suitable for any ESL laser ablation system
 
IR-window UHV cells for stepped-heating gas sampling

IR-window UHV cells for stepped-heating gas sampling

  • ZnSe windows for efficient IR energy transmission
  • Optional differentially pumped version for maximum isolation
  • Stable isotope chemistry
  • 1.33” CF (DN16CF) flange connector for connection to the noble gas mass spectrometers
  • Constructed from high-grade stainless steel to allow for easy cleaning and preheating prior to analysis
  • Class 4 Design
  • Ideal for MIR102 stepped-heating laser systems

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