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N9410-90001 Agilent 5500 SPM User’s Guide 6
Piezo Scanner Precautions
Piezo scanners are, by nature, very FRAGILE pieces of equipment. The
piezo material that does the scanning is a ceramic and is consequently
quite easily broken. Dropping a piezo scanner will result in damage to
the scanner that can only be repaired by completely replacing the
scanner piezo core. This can be an expensive and time-consuming
process and so it is advised that the utmost care is used when handling
the scanners. Agilent Technologies, Inc. recommends that the scanners
be stored in the padded scanner case that was supplied with the scanner
and that the scanner be kept in a dry environment when not in use. Piezo
scanners also perform better with consistent use. If a scanner is not used
for some time it may require a short period of use before the scan range
is stable and the calibration is correct. It may also be necessary to
re-calibrate the scanner from time to time. The calibration can be
verified using a calibration standard, and adjustments can be made using
the calibration tools.
General Care Requirements
SPM equipment is sensitive scientific equipment. Care must be used
when handling all parts. When removing scanners from the microscope
ensure that all cable connections to the scanner are disconnected. This
includes cables for photo-diode detectors. Also, the photo-diode
detector should be removed from the scanner prior to the removal of the
scanner from the microscope. All equipment, especially the sample
plates and scanner nose modules should be kept clean and free from
contamination when not in use. It is recommended, to prolong the life of
these items, that after use all sample plates and noses are cleaned
thoroughly and dried off prior to storage. Cleaning can be done using an
organic solvent. Please refer to the appropriate sections of the manual
for further information regarding the proper cleaning of equipment.
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