Cross section polisher purchased
01.09.2011
A Gatan Ilion+ cross section polisher for SEM samples was purchased.
From www.gatan.com:
"The Gatan Ilion+ is a significant advance in the preparation of planar cross sections from difficult samples for microscopic imaging and microanalysis. The Ilion+ design is based on the proven Gatan PIPS (Precision Ion Polishing System). The system is easy to operate allowing users to begin making samples quickly."