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Heating and Cooling stage (-190 - 400C) HCS302XY

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    Heating and Cooling stage (-190 - 400C) HCS302XY

    SKU: HCS302XY
    Part Number: instec-hcs302xy

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    Heating and Cooling stage (-190 - 400C) HCS302XY

      HCS302XY

    • For optical microscopy and spectroscopy

    • -190°C - 400°C

    • Fits standard 25 mm × 75 mm microscope slides

    • Sample side-loading

    • Removable XY sample positioning

        DESCRIPTION

        Instec's HCS302XY Hot and Cold stage offers a temperature-controlled environment that is an ideal choice for optical microscopy and other applications requiring optical access to the sample. Top and bottom dual pane windows on the HCS302XY stage are removable and exchangeable to meet a range of spectroscopic needs. The stage can be mounted vertically, allowing horizontal beam access to the sample chamber. The HCS302XY is large enough to accommodate a variety of samples, including electro-optic devices and standard 25mm x 75 mm microscope slides. An optional inner thermal cover is also included for work requiring ultra-high temperature stability and uniformity.

        Choose from a variety of base-model add-ons such as IR windows, Liquid crystal cell holders, or active sample cooling systems, or upgrade to the HCS302+ model to customize the stage with special options such as increased transmission aperture size, customized covers, and much more!

        The open construction of the HCS302XY is convenient for side-loading glass slide smaples, but does not offer extensive protection against condensation when cooling, nor does it support inert gas purge to protect volatile samples.

        The HCS302XY offers exceptional versatility at an excellent price! 


        THERMAL FEATURES

        Temperature Control

        mK2000 with programmable precision switching PID method

        Thermal Block

        Clear anodized aluminum

        Sample Thermal Cover

        Both models include removable Inner sample cover with 10mm window

        Minimum Temperature

        -60°C (with optional liquid N2 cooling; upgraded lower limit of -190°C available*)

        *excessive frost and condensation may occur at temperatures below -60°C

        Maximum Temperature

        400°C

        Temperature Sensor

        100 Ω Platinum RTD

        Maximum Heating Rate

        +80°C per minute at 100°C

        Maximum Cooling Rate

        -40°C per minute at 100°C

        Minimum Heating and Cooling Rate

        ±0.01°C per minute

        Temperature Resolution

        0.01°C

        Temperature Stability

        ±0.05°C (>25°C), ±0.1°C (<25°C)

        Power Supply

        Universal power input

        Software

        Windows software to record and export temperature-time data

        OPTICAL FEATURES

        Optical Access

        Reflection and transmission capability

        Optical Windows

        Removable and exchangeable windows permit full-spectrum  transparency

        Minimum Objective Working Distance

        5.4 mm (Without optional spacers to increase chamber height )

        Minimum Condenser Working Distance

        10.3 mm

        Top Window Aperture

        Ø27 mm with Ø31.5mm glass window. With Inner lid, viewing aperture is reduced to 10mm. 

        Top Viewing Angle

        ±61° from normal

        Transmission Aperture

        Ø2 mm (Ø5mm and Ø8 mm options)

        Bottom Viewing Angle

        ±45° from normal

        Window Defrost

        Integrated Window Defroster Port

        STRUCTURAL FEATURES

        Sample Area

        38 mm x 50 mm

        Chamber Height

        3.5 mm without removeable inner cover

        2 mm with removeable inner cover

        *Optional add-on spacers available to increase chamber height

        Sample Loading

        Quick sample handling with side loading/unloading holder

        Sample Positioning Upgrade

        10 mm fine travel with Vernier XY dials for remote manipulation  in closed chambers

        Frame Cooling

        Integrated frame cooling with optional chiller system

        Mounting

        Base model includes tapped holes on frame and removable side-mounted L-brackets. Horizontal and vertical mounting adaptors available for select instruments, or by custom design

        Frame Dimensions

        117 mm x 112 mm x 23.5 mm

        Weight

        670 g

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