Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM)

The Philips CM200 transmission electron microscope operates at up to 200 kV and can achieve a resolution of 2 Angstroms with ultrathin specimens. Images may be taken digitally, using a Peltier-cooled Tietz (TVIPS) 2k x 2k CCD camera mounted below the viewing chamber. Options include a Cryoholder, STM tip/bulk sample holder, Strain holder, Rotation holder, and High tilt holder.

ITG users may read or review the operation guidelines found here.  For a printable version, please click here.

ITG users may reserve time on the TEM using the TEM calendar.

Sample Images Acquired from the TEM.

Manufacturer:	FEI Company
Equipment Model:	Philips CM200
Features:	200 kV; cryostage; rotation stage; low-dose kit; TVIPS 2k x 2k Peltier-cooled CCD camera
Location:	B606C
Phone:	(217) 244-7973
Contact Person:	Scott Robinson Cate Wallace (For training on TEM)
Contact Information:	Microscopy Suite Staff: Scott Robinson (217) 265-5071 FEI Service (in case of emergencies and if you cannot reach Scott): 1-800-432-1734 (they'll ask for the serial no., which is D763)
Fees & Consumables:	See Microscopy Suite Fees
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File Formats:	Images may be acquired in almost any format.
Sponsors:	National Science Foundation BIR-931778