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nGauge AFM User Manual 2.0
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3.
Carefully place the AFM chip onto the alignment pins on the stage with the tip facing
down.
Important:
During this step, the sample platform should be retracted sufficiently to avoid
any contact between the tip and platform. If the sample platform is 10 mm away, it is
recommended to go to the
Approach
page in the software and click and hold on the
Retract
button until the sample platform is separated by 15 mm or more from the chip
installation area.
4.
Replace the thumb nut and firmly tighten it.