New Literature
08/01/2000
Proximal probe technology report
A manufacturer of scanning probe microscopes has released a technical report describing proximal probe technology, which permits accurate quantitative measurements of material properties on a nanometer spatial scale. Designed to enhance the ability of scanning probe microscopes to measure the interactions between the scanned probe and the sample, the technology uses closed-loop feedback, custom-designed probe tips and cantilevers, and phase-shift signal detection. The 10-page report is illustrated with numerous figures and graphs. ThermoMicroscopes, Sunnyvale, CA; ph 408/747-1600, fax 408/747-1601, e-mail [email protected], www.thermomicro.com.
High-vacuum deposition web site
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This web site provides product and applications information on a line of high-vacuum deposition systems designed for precision coating of fixed and flexible substrates. It features the Mark 50 system, which contains a loadlock chamber for source isolation and interactive computer control. Flexible substrate applications include FPDs; fixed substrate applications include precision coating of semiconductor materials, LEDs, MEMs, and MR/MGR heads. Information on a computer-programmable industrial robot for loading substrates onto most types of Mark 50 fixturing is also available. CHA Industries, Fremont, CA; ph 510/683-8554, fax 510/683-3848, www.chainindustries.com.
Linear motion/control engineering guide
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This 450-page Linear Motion & Control Solutions Guide features a line of linear guides, systems, slides, stages, and motion control products. It is structured for easy navigation from single axis, nonactuated linear guides to fully controlled, multi-axis linear systems. By using the graphs, formulas, and illustrations included throughout, engineers can design, specify, and order complete systems with a single part number. Special sections on motion control, accessories, and engineering support are also included. Thomson Industries Inc., Port Washington, NY; ph 800/554-8466, e-mail [email protected], www.thomsonindustries.com.
Online mass flow guide
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This web site describes a company's full line of mass flow meters and controllers. A mass flow solutions section allows visitors to search by application, fluid, or industry type for answers to flow measurement problems. The solutions pages describe actual installations and results achieved through accurate mass flow measurement. The site is easily navigable, and provides detailed specs and installation diagrams of the mass flow meters, which can be viewed online or downloaded as PDF files. Sierra Instruments Inc., Monterey, CA; ph 800/866-0200, fax 831/373-4402, www.sierrainstruments.com.
Vacuum pressure/gas flow guide
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This four-color, six-panel brochure details a line of instruments for precise measurements and control of vacuum pressures and gas flows. The condensed brochure contains significant design features and specs for vacuum and flow instruments, and is separated into two sections for easy access to information. Teledyne Electronic Technologies, Hastings Instruments, Hampton, VA; ph 800/950-2468, fax 757/723-3925, e-mail [email protected], www.hastings-inst.com.
Positioning systems catalog
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Positioning system and motion control equipment is featured in this 400-page catalog. Products include air bearing stages; linear motor stages; linear motor gantry systems; linear and rotary stages; interferometers; motion controllers; drives; and linear and rotary motors. Aerotech Inc., Pittsburgh, PA; ph 412/963-7470, fax 412/963-7459, e-mail [email protected], www.aerotechinc.com.
Thermal management guide
Total Thermal Solutions is a 64-page reference guide that features three major heat-removal product groups. Systems includes Kodiak recirculation chillers, large capacity chillers, and modular/liquid cooling systems; heat exchangers, including copper tube-fin heat exchangers, aluminum oil coolers, and liquid-to-liquid brazed plate heat exchangers; and cold plates, including Press-Lock, Extended Surface, and Vacuum Brazed cold plates. Each section contains product specs, performance curves, and dimensions, as well as customization options, accessories, and color photos. Lytron Inc., Woburn, MA; ph 781/933-7300, fax 781/935-4529, www.lytron.com.
Temperature sensing/sealing site
More than 100 pages of technical information for a line of precision temperature/sensing products are available on this expanded web site. Features include an interactive "Build a Part" section, where users can choose specs to create parts for specific applications, and query the manufacturer on cost and availability; a site-specific search function; a history button that outlines the most recently visited site-specific pages; and a password-protected section containing information on inventory and pricing information for manufacturers' representatives. Conax Buffalo Technologies, Buffalo, NY; ph 800/223-2389, fax 716/684-7433, e-mail [email protected], www.conaxbuffalo.com.