Veeco 004-210-000, Instruction Manual

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Rev. B MultiMode SPM Instruction Manual 103
Chapter 7 TappingMode AFM
This chapter covers procedures for operating the MultiMode SPM using TappingMode in air. It is
assumed that the operator has previously prepared a TappingMode probe tip and aligned the SPM
head per instructions provided in
Chapter 5 of this manual. Additional information regarding
cantilever preparation is provided in Chapter 4 .
Note: TappingMode is disabled for users of NanoScope E con fi gurations.
The following sections are included in this chapter:
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Basic Principle of TappingMode: Section 7.1
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Preparation Prior to Imaging: Section 7.2
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Switch to TappingMode: Section 7.2.1
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Show All Items: Section 7.2.2
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Check Parameters: Section 7.2.3
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Adjust Laser and Photodetector: Section 7.2.4
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Additional preparations: Section 7.2.5
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Tune the Cantilever: Section 7.2.6
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Setting the Drive Amplitude and Setpoint: Section 7.2.7
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Engaging The Microscope: Section 7.3
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Withdrawing the Tip: Section 7.4
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Beyond Basics with Resonating Techniques: Section 7.5
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Subtleties of Cantilever Oscillation: Section 7.5.1
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Tuning the Cantilever Drive Frequency: Section 7.5.2
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Optimization of Scanning Parameters: Section 7.5.3