SAES pumps plays a crucial role to achieve high-quality measurements

Surface Science Equipment is an important tool for studying physical and chemical phenomena and properties at the interface of different phases, such as solid-liquid, solid-gas, and solid-vacuum interfaces. These systems require a clean and deep vacuum, depending on the technique used such as ARPES, SPM, XPS, LEEM/PEEM, Molecular Beam Epitaxy, etc., the base pressures can vary, typical ranges are 1E-9 – 1E-11 Torr, and may be used for basic research, semiconductor studies, exotic material research, fuel cell development, and more.

To achieve high-quality measurements, Surface Science Equipment requires pumps that provide high pumping speed for H₂, mainly for achieving deep and clean UHV conditions, as well as absence of vibrations, reduced or absent magnetic fields (static or B gradients), and clean pumps (sintered) to minimize detrimental interferences on the measurements.

CapaciTorr Z pumps, coupled with existing pumping solutions like TMPs, SIPs, or Cryo Pumps already running in the system, are a popular choice for Surface Science Equipment. However, NEXTorr Z pumps, such as the NEXTorr Z500, Z1000, or Z2000, are ideal for replacing bulkier pumps. With these features, Surface Science Equipment can advance research in a variety of fields, contributing to a better understanding of physical and chemical phenomena at interfaces.