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Pipette the sample into the Quartz Crucible. Use
as little sample as possible to ensure a small ther-
mal load and therefore better temperature sensi-
tivity.
Place a W13G (13 x 0.17mm) (1) glass cover slip
on top to flatten the sample.
Microscope objectives require a flat surface to
give maximum field of view.
MDS/CC Crucible Carrier
and Stainless Steel Ring
This sample loading method is likely to be more
routinely used than the Quartz Crucible as the
16mm glass sample cover slips can be discarded
after each experiment.
Place the Stainless Steel Ring (2) within the
MDS/CC.
Tap the edge of the ring lightly to ensure that it
has dropped through the aperture of the MDS/CC
and sits properly on the surface of the silver
block.
It is critical that the ring is able to move freely
inside the aperture of the sample holder and sits
flat against the surface of the silver block.
The Stainless Steel Ring is used to push the
16mm cover slip around the surface of the block
when using the motorised XY manipulators.
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