Thermo Scientific Apreo User's Operation Manual page 173

Sample Carrier and Stage Adapter
A sample carrier (2 pcs.) is used to hold and transport the sample from the loader to the specimen stage of the
SDB / SEM. The carrier sits in the stage adapter with a dovetail joint. It is fixed to the loading rod via a bayonet
coupling. The loading rod is de-coupled at the bayonet coupling when the sample carrier is located in the adapter
and withdrawn, leaving the sample carrier ready for sample observation.
The Stage Adapter is connected to the rotation base of the stage by 3 hexagonal headed screws. The base of the
adapter has 3 high points for a firm 3-point contact to the rotation base to prevent vibration transmission.
The height of the stage adapter is distinct to the SDB /SEM system it is used with. The top of the adapter has a
dovetail slot for the acceptance of the sample carrier from the rod loading mechanism.
Sample Carrier / Stage Adapter
FIGURE 7-7:
Sample Gauge
Before mounting the Stage Adapter, the stage must be homed with
the chamber door opened.
Only samples that fit the Sample Gauge can be loaded. One sample
stub with a diameter up to 32 mm (1 1/4") can be used, although
standard sizes of 25 mm and 12.5 mm can also be used. Height
can be no greater than 9 mm.
The shuttle clamps with a spring in the dovetail shaped slot of the
adapter. It is fixed to the loader arm via a bayonet coupling. The
maximum pin length of the stubs that can be used is 11 mm (most
common commercial type stubs have a pin length no greater than
8 mm).
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Revision A Feb 2018
System Options: Quick Loader
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