Hitachi TM3030 Plus Instruction Manual page 129

NOTE : When handling the specimen stub, wear clean gloves to keep the specimen stub
free from particles and contaminants.
3. Attach a conducting double-sided tape to the specimen stub.
Figure 4.2.2-2 Attaching a Conducting Double-sided Tape
NOTE : With water-rich specimens, such as organisms, plants, and food items, use glue or
woodwork bond in small amounts. Set them in the specimen chamber after they
have become thoroughly dry.
4. Fix the specimen on the conducting double-sided tape.
Figure 4.2.2-3 Fixing the Specimen on the Specimen Stub
NOTE : The maximum size of a specimen to be observed is up to 70 mm in diameter*. In
any case, do not mount a specimen exceeding the specified size, or the specimen
can contact a detector, resulting in its breakage.
*Represents a circle diameter through the center of the specimen stub.
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