EM-Tec spring-loaded SEM sample holders
quick and easy sample clamping


                                   Examples:

          EM-Tec VS12 compact single action spring-loaded vise holder for up to 12mm
EM-Tec VS12 compact single action spring-loaded
vise holder for up to 12mm
#12-000220 (with pin) or #12-000320 (M4 thread).

EM-Tec VS43 universal double sided spring-loaded larger vise
EM-Tec VS42 universal double sided spring-loaded vise
#12-000220 (with pin) or #12-000320 (M4 thread).

Introduction

The EM-Tec spring-loaded vise type SEM sample holders are quick and easy to use. They hold the sample by clamping it between the moving jaws, this enables quick sample loading and reduces down time.  They are especially useful when similar samples or series of the same sample need to be examined. Using a spring-loaded SEM sample holder is easier, quicker and cleaner than using conductive adhesives or glue. A vise clamps the sample and provides the rigidity needed for high resolution imaging. The spring-loaded EM-Tec SEM sample holders currently available are:

  • EM-Tec VS8 mini spring-loaded vise for samples up to 8mm
  • EM-Tec VS12 compact single action spring-loaded vise for samples up to 12mm
  • EM-Tec VS12-T compact spring-loaded vise for up to 12mm with 0-90 degrees tilt capabilities
  • EM-Tec VS26 medium double action spring-loaded centering vise for samples up to 26mm
  • EM-Tec VS42 large universal double action spring-loaded centering vise for samples up to 42mm

The EM-Tec vise sample holders are available with pin and with an M4 threaded hole. For use on JEOL SEMs, we suggest to use an EM-Tec SEM stub adapter or an EM-Tec stage adapter.

 

Specifications of the EM-Tec spring-loaded vise clamp holders:

Product #

Type

Dimensions

Max. sample size

Clamping method

Stage compatible

12-002228

EM-Tec VS8

25x30x12.5mm

8mm

Spring-loaded

3.2mm Pin stub

12-003228

EM-Tec VS8

25x30x12.5mm

8mm

Spring-loaded

M4 thread

12-000221

EM-Tec VS12

30x25x12mm

12mm / Ø18mm

Spring-loaded

3.2mm Pin stub

12-000321

EM-Tec VS12

30x25x12mm

12mm / Ø18mm

Spring-loaded

M4 thread

12-002221

EM-Tec VS12-T

30x35x18mm

12mm / Ø18mm

Spring-loaded vise

3.2mm Pin stub

12-003321

EM-Tec VS12-T

30x35x12mm

12mm / Ø18mm

Spring-loaded vise

M4 thread

12-000222

EM-Tec VS26

50x25x12mm

26mm / Ø34mm

Spring-loaded vise

3.2mm Pin stub

12-000322

EM-Tec VS26

50x25x12mm

26mm / Ø34mm

Spring-loaded

M4 thread

12-000220

EM-Tec VS42

76x51x26mm

42mm / Ø50mm

Spring-loaded

3.2mm Pin stub

12-000320

EM-Tec VS42

76x51x26mm

42mm / Ø50mm

Spring-loaded

M4 thread


Technical Support Bulletin: EM-Tec VS8 mini spring-loaded SEM sample vise
Technical Support Bulletin: EM-Tec VS12 compact single action spring-loaded vise
Technical Support Bulletin: EM-Tec VS26 compact dual action centering spring-loaded SEM sample vise
Technical Support Bulletin: EM-Tec VS42 universal centering spring-loaded vise



Ordering Information for EM-Tec spring-loaded SEM sample holders for SEMs using pin stubs; TFS, FEI, Philips, Tescan, Phenom, Aspex, RJLee, AmRay, Cambridge Instruments, Leica and CamScan SEMs

*Prices without VAT, but within the EU, we have to check for valid VAT-ID.
  
EM-Tec VS8 mini spring-loaded vise holder for up to 8mm, pin EM-Tec VS8 mini spring-loaded vise holder for up to 8mm, pin
Product # Unit Price* Add to Quote / Order
12-002228 each €59,50
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EM-Tec VS12 compact single action spring-loaded vise holder for up to 12mm, pin EM-Tec VS12 compact single action spring-loaded vise holder for up to 12mm, pin
Product # Unit Price* Add to Quote / Order
12-000221 each €149,50
Qty:

 

EM-Tec VS26 compact double action spring-loaded centering vise holder for up to 26mm, pin EM-Tec VS26 compact double action spring-loaded centering vise holder for up to 26mm, pin
Product # Unit Price* Add to Quote / Order
12-000222 each €222,50
Qty:

 

EM-Tec VS12-T compact spring-loaded vise for up to 12mm with 0-90 degrees tilt, pin EM-Tec VS12-T compact spring-loaded vise for up to 12mm with 0-90 degrees tilt, pin
Product # Unit Price* Add to Quote / Order
12-002221 each €245,00
Qty:

 

EM-Tec VS42 universal spring-loaded large centering vise holder for up to 42mm, pin EM-Tec VS42 universal spring-loaded large centering vise holder for up to 42mm, pin
Product # Unit Price* Add to Quote / Order
12-000220 each €179,00
Qty:

 

Ordering Information for EM-Tec spring-loaded SEM sample holders for Hitachi SEMs and the versatile EM-Tec stage SEM stage adapters

*Prices without VAT, but within the EU, we have to check for valid VAT-ID.
  
EM-Tec VS8 mini spring-loaded vise holder for up to 8mm, M4 EM-Tec VS8 mini spring-loaded vise holder for up to 8mm, M4
Product # Unit Price* Add to Quote / Order
12-003228 each €58,50
Qty:

 

EM-Tec VS12 compact single action spring-loaded vise holder for up to 12mm, M4 EM-Tec VS12 compact single action spring-loaded vise holder for up to 12mm, M4
Product # Unit Price* Add to Quote / Order
12-000321 each €145,50
Qty:

 

EM-Tec VS26 compact double action spring-loaded centering vise holder for up to 26mm, M4 EM-Tec VS26 compact double action spring-loaded centering vise holder for up to 26mm, M4
Product # Unit Price* Add to Quote / Order
12-000322 each €215,00
Qty:

 

EM-Tec VS12-T compact spring-loaded vise for up to 12mm with 0-90 degrees tilt, M4 EM-Tec VS12-T compact spring-loaded vise for up to 12mm with 0-90 degrees tilt, M4
Product # Unit Price* Add to Quote / Order
12-003321 each €245,00
Qty:

 

EM-Tec VS42 universal spring-loaded large centering vise holder for up to 42mm, M4 EM-Tec VS42 universal spring-loaded large centering vise holder for up to 42mm, M4
Product # Unit Price* Add to Quote / Order
12-000320 each €175,00
Qty:

 

Ordering information for the additional vise clamp plates for the EM-Tec VS42 universal double sided spring-loaded SEM sample holder

*Prices without VAT, but within the EU, we have to check for valid VAT-ID.
  
EM-Tec CVC1 standard triple grooved/smooth jaw, 12x40x6mm EM-Tec CVC1 standard triple grooved/smooth jaw, 12x40x6mm
Product # Unit Price* Add to Quote / Order
12-003204 each €38,50
Qty:

 

EM-Tec CVC2 single large 120 degrees groove vise jaw, 12x40x6mm EM-Tec CVC2 single large 120 degrees groove vise jaw, 12x40x6mm
Product # Unit Price* Add to Quote / Order
12-003205 each €39,50
Qty:

 

EM-Tec conductive soft jaw lining kit for vise type SEM sample holders, 50x120mm sheet EM-Tec conductive soft jaw lining kit for vise type SEM sample holders, 50x120mm sheet
Product # Unit Price* Add to Quote / Order
12-003207 each €17,50
Qty:

 



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