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SEM Paint, Paste, Aerosol - Conductive Adhesive

specimen preparation adhesives for scanning electron microscopy

PELCO® Conductive Graphite Paint
Electrodag 502
PELCO® Conductive Liquid Silver
"Leitsilber" Conductive Silver
PELCO® Conductive Silver 187 (Replaces 415)
PELCO® Colloidal Silver Paste, Conductive
PELCO® High Performance Silver Paste
Conductive Gold Paste
Aerodag G Graphite Aerosol
Leit C Plast™
Silver Epoxy
Silver Pen
Silver Paint
Conducting Ink Pen

Conductive Adhesives Comparison Table



conductive adhesive

PELCO® Conductive Graphite Paint

available in water or alcohol base

Water Base (Graphite Paint)
Flat surface texture. Average flake size 1µm. Service temperature: 149°C. No outgassing of hydrocarbons, gives less contamination in SEM applications. Ideal graphite conductive paint for FESEM-APPLICATIONS. Slow drying (can be sped up by heat), low strength.
MSDS

Prod #DescriptionUnitPriceOrder / Quote
16051
PELCO® Conductive Graphite, water base, 50g
each
$9.80
Qty:

Isopropanol Base (Graphite Paint)
Flat surface texture. Average flake size 1µm. Service temperature: 200° C. This conductive graphite paint is used for standard SEM/EDS applications. Relatively fast drying.
16053 MSDS 16054 MSDS

Prod #DescriptionUnitPriceOrder / Quote
16053
PELCO® Conductive Graphite, Isopropanol base, 30gm
each
$6.45
Qty:
16054Graphite Extender, 30mleach5.95
Qty:


electrodag

DAG-T-502 Carbon Paint

(different name, same product as Electrodag 502)

one component, ready to use

Provides conductivity for SEM non-conductive samples which require grounding.

502 is a combination of specially processed carbon particles in a fluoroelastomer resin system. It remains flexible over a temperature range of -40°C to 260°C and cures at room temperature. 502 resists oxidation and has good adhesion qualities. The diluent is methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) and has fluid consistency. Solids content is 12.6%. Service temperature range is -40°C to 260°C.
The specimen mount surface should be clean and dry before application. Keep the container tightly capped when not in use and avoid breathing the vapor.
PELCO® Technical Notes, Electrodag® 502, 30g (PDF/230KB)
MSDS

Varela AS, Luttrell MP, Howerth EW, Moore VA, Davidson WR, Stallknecht DE and Little, SE, 2004.
First Culture Isolation of Borrelia lonestari, Putative Agent of Southern Tick-Associated Rash Illness. J Clin Microbiol 42(3): 1163–1169.

Vizzier-Thaxton Y, Cox NA, Richardson LJ, Buhr RJ, McDaniel CD, Cosby DE, Wilson JL, Bourassa DV and Ard MB, 2006.
Apparent Attachment of Campylobacter and Salmonella to Broiler Breed Rooster Spermatozoa. Poultry Science 85:619-624.

Allen DJ and Didio LJA, 1976. Hartmannella and Culbertsoni as Revealed in Scanning Electron Microscopy. Ohio J Sci 76(4):167-171.

Prod #DescriptionUnitPriceOrder / Quote
16056
DAG-T-502, 30g
each
$9.20
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silver paint

Composition:
1-Methoxy-2 Propanol base
60% Ag
Specific Gravity = 2.25 gm/cc.
Viscosity = 455 poise

PELCO® Conductive Liquid Silver Paint

a reliable conductive ground path for SEM specimens

Air drying silver paint to make effective ground. Curable at room temperature and has high adhesion to any material. Surfaces do not have to be prepared prior to application and will adhere to such materials as polymer (phenolic) boards, ceramic, glass, metal, plastic and fiberglass. It should be mixed well with a spatula before using.

The container is offered in two sizes (15g and 30g) and is provided with an applicator brush. Silver flake grain size is an average of 80%, <1.0µm. Sheet resistance is 0.02 ohms per square @ 1 mil (0.001” = 0.025mm) thickness and is a function of the coating. Service temperature = 200°C

PELCO® Technical Notes, PELCO® Colloidal Silver, Product Numbers. 16031, 16034 (PDF/417KB)

16031 MSDS - 16021 MSDS

Prod #DescriptionUnitPriceOrder / Quote
16031
PELCO® Colloidal Silver, 30g
each
$47.00
Qty:
16034PELCO® Colloidal Silver, 15geach26.50
Qty:

Prod #DescriptionUnitPriceOrder / Quote
16021
PELCO® SEM-Gold/Silver Extender, 25ml
each
$5.75
Qty:


leitsilber

"Leitsilber" Conductive Silver Cement

a reliable conductive ground path for SEM specimens

Leitsilber is fast drying and has a flat surface texture.
Silver content 45%, Resistance: 0.02 - 0.04ohms/square. Drying time ~10 minutes at 20°C. Application can be by brush, dipping or spraying.

Maximum grain size: 16µm.
Maximum service temperature: 120°C. Consumption rate: 0.6 - 2g per 100cm2.
Refrigerate for best life. Bring to room temperature gradually.

MSDS

Prod #DescriptionUnitPriceOrder / Quote
16035
Leitsilber 200 Silver Paint, 30g
each
$65.60
Qty:


conductive silver
16045 PELCO® Silver 187 and 15012 Specimen Preparation Stand

PELCO® Conductive Silver 187

PELCO® Conductive Silver 187 is a dispersion of finely divided silver in an acrylic resin. It is specially formulated for applications demanding the use of low VOC products. It provides high conductivity at very thin dry film thickness on plastic and other nonconductive substrates. It's sheet resistance is 0.015 ohms/sq/mil (25µm). It exhibits excellent environmental aging stability with superior scratch/mar resistance while providing excellent long-term shielding and grounding properties. Surfaces to be coated should be clean and dry

PELCO® Technical Notes, PELCO® Conductive Silver 187 (PDF/421KB)
MSDS

Typical Properties (as supplied)
Pigment: Silver
Binder: Acrylic
Diluent: Acetone (Caution: Flammable and Irritant, use with adequate ventilation)
Solids content by weight: 50.8% ±0.5%
Density: 1.67 g/ml
Theoretical coverage: 74.4 cm2/ml @ 25µm (46.9 cm2/g @ 25µm)

  • Low VOC - 59.6 g/l.
  • Excellent adhesion and cohesion - Passes ASTM D3359-93 crosshatch tape test required to meet UL approval.
  • Excellent mar and scratch resistance - Coating integrity and conductivity stays intact at seams and grounding points.
  • Low ohms at thin film build - Eliminates problems with film-build on vertical walls and reduces required coating thickness.
  • Good flow characteristics - Wet paint flows around corners and into hard to reach spots for a smooth uniform coating.
  • Excellent aging stability - Conductive film integrity stays intact in harsh environments.
Advantages:

Typical Properties (as applied)
VOC: 56.9 g/l
Drying time: 5 minutes air dry to touch/ 10 minutes to handle

Typical Properties (when dried)
Recommended thickness: 0.5-1.5 mils dried (12.5-37.5µm)
Sheet resistance: 0.015 ohms/sq/mil (25µm)

Prod #DescriptionUnitPriceOrder / Quote
16045
PELCO® Conductive Silver 187, 30g
each
$37.50
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colloidal silver
16032 PELCO® Colloidal Silver Paste and 15012 Specimen Preparation Stand

PELCO® Colloidal Silver Paste, Conductive

Ideal where a nonflowing paste is needed for special applications. Particle size: 0.4-1.0µm, 80% are below 1.0µm. Cures in 16-20 hours, or 30 minutes @125-150°C. Clear lacquer base. Approximate Specific Gravity 2.25g/cc³.  Service temperature = 200°C

16032 MSDS - 16021 MSDS

PELCO® Technical Notes, PELCO® Colloidal Silver Paste, Product Number 16032 (PDF/417KB)

Prod #DescriptionUnitPriceOrder / Quote
16032
PELCO® Colloidal Silver Paste, 25g
each
$41.00
Qty:
16021PELCO® SEM-Gold/Silver Extender, 25mleach5.75
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gold paste

PELCO® Conductive Gold Paste

resistant to oxidation and retains measurement integrity over time

Gold paste is fast drying and useful for analytical analysis over time where a high signal is desired. The gold is in microfine form and contains organic binders and a solvent. Dries at room temperature. Not intended for permanent use, but for testing and temporary work. Sheet resistance is .02 to .05 ohm/sq @ 1 mil thickness. Contacts hold down to very low temperatures (<-200°C), but are not permanent since this type of product has low mechanical strength. 75% gold content; sphere size <2µm, flake size <10µm. Maximum service temperature is 65°C.
Refrigerate for best life. Bring to room temperature gradually. Approximate calculated specific gravity 3.18g/cm³.

16022 MSDS - 16021 MSDS

Prod #DescriptionUnitPriceOrder / Quote
16022
PELCO® Conductive Gold Paste, 2g
each
$132.00
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16021PELCO® SEM-Gold/Silver Extender, 25mleach5.75
Qty:


PELCO® High Performance Silver Paste

PELCO® High Performance Silver Paste

Silver flakes in an inorganic silicate aqueous solution, specially formulated for demanding applications such as:
  • High temperature up to 927°C (1700°F)
  • Ultra high vacuum - no hydrocarbon, no VOC's
  • Cryogenic temperatures (suitability depends on matching properties)
The excellent thermal and electrical conductivity, coupled with the absence of hydrocarbons, makes this product ideal for demanding specimen preparation in FESEM, XPS, ESCA, SIMS, and auger applications. PELCO® High Performance Silver Paste provides both high and thermal conductivity with a silver particle size of 20µm. Silver content >60% by weight. Cures at room temperature, but requires a 2 hour cure at 93°C (200°F) to achieve high conductivity and strong bond. Must be fully cured before using this product at cryogenic temperatures. Soluble in water to 260°C (500°F). Above this temperature it becomes almost insoluble.
16047 Technical Note (PDF 1.62MB)
MSDS (PDF 102KB)

Prod #DescriptionUnitPriceOrder / Quote
16047
PELCO® High Performance Silver Paste, 50g
each
$297.50
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aerodag g graphite aerosol

Graphite Aerosol

Forms a thin, uniform conductive surface when sprayed on the sample. Dries very quickly; can be used for low magnification imaging of non-conductive samples.

Excellent adhesion to most plastics, glass and metals. Other applications are for use as a lubricant (use dry in vacuum systems) and for plating non-conductors.

10 oz. (283.5g)

PELCO® Technical Notes, Graphite Aerosol (PDF/479KB)

MSDS

Prod #DescriptionUnitPriceOrder / Quote
16058
Graphite Aerosol, 283.5g
each
$17.50
Qty:


Leit C Plast

Leit C Plast™

carbon base, good conductivity, large specimens

LEIT-C-Plast™ is a conductive adhesive paste that can be molded to provide conductive paths to larger non-conductive samples when mounted on a specimen holder for SEM studies. The plasticity is permanent. It is not affected by high vacuum conditions and shows no peaks in energy dispersive X-ray microanalysis.

Heavy specimens may also be prepared for viewing in a SEM using Tempfix™ (or the Glue Gun - see details in our non-conductive section) and LEIT-C-Plast™. First the specimen is fixed into place with Tempfix™ or the Glue Gun. Afterward, an electrically conductive bridge is made between specimen mount and specimen using LEIT-C-Plast™. It is not required to wait for drying because neither adhesive outgasses.
LEIT-C-Plast™ was originally developed for holding specimens on angled specimen holders.
The adhesive is offered in a roll form and is black. Flat plates are provided for working the material. May be applied with a spatula.

Prod #DescriptionUnitPriceOrder / Quote
16046
Leit C Plast™, 15g
each
$47.50
Qty:


silver epoxy

EPO-TEK® Conductive Silver-Epoxy

Two Types:
H-22 Epo-Tek® - silver resin paste / liquid hardener: (100:4.5 ratio)
H20E Epo-Tek® - silver resin paste / silver resin paste hardener: (1:1 ratio)

General Properties
100% solids, two component silver filled epoxy with a soft, smooth, thixotropic (becoming less viscous when stirred or shaken) consistency designed specifically for chip bonding in microelectronic and optoelectronic applications.

Excellent handling charcteristics, extremely long pot life at room temperature for this electrically conductive silver adhesive. High speed epoxy chip bonding systems are suitable for very fast cures, such as fast circuit repairs. Can be screen printed, machine dispersed or stamped and can withstand wire bonding temperatures in the range of 300 - 400°C.

Silver Conductive Epoxy, H-22 Epo-Tek®

Two component, silver-filled epoxy system, consisting of a silver resin paste and a liquid hardener (100:4.5). It is a free flowing paste, 100% solids system characterized by outstanding high temperature properties as well as excellent solvent, chemical and moisture resistance. It has a long pot life and is fast curing at relatively low temperatures. Containing no solvents or thinners; it will not outgas. It can be applied by brush, spatula or hypodermic needle. H-22 can be useful for small angle cleavage in material science and semi-conductor applications.
Epo-Tek® silver content is 60% by weight of composition. Note: Mixing ratio for this product is 100 parts silver resin paste to 4.5 parts liquid hardener.

CURE SCHEDULE
(minimum bond temperature/time)
150°C .........5 minutes
120°C .......10 minutes
100°C .......20 minutes
  80°C .......45 minutes
• Color: silver
• Consistency: smooth, flowing paste
• Sheet resistance 2 ohms/sq/mil
• Refrigeration: not required.
• Higher Viscosity (20,000cps)
MSDS Part A; MSDS Part B
PELCO® Technical Notes, H-22 Epo-Tek® Silver Conductive Epoxy (PDF/439KB)

Prod #DescriptionUnitPriceOrder / Quote
16016
Silver Conductive Epoxy, H22, 28.35g (1 oz.)
each
$164.30
Qty:


Silver Conductive Epoxy, H2OE Epo-Tek®

Two component, silver filled, epoxy system consisting of a silver resin paste and a silver resin hardener (1:1). It is a smooth, thixotropic paste, 100% solids system characterized by outstanding high temperature properties and excellent solvent, chemical and moisture resistance. It has a long pot life and is fast curing at relatively low temperatures. Will withstand 200°C for 1,000 hours. Containing no solvents or thinners, it will not outgas. H20E is ideal for electronic applications. Cures rapidly. Easy to use; the pure silver powder is dispersed in both the resin and the hardener so that it can be used in a convenient 1:1 mixing ratio. Non-toxic – complies with USP Class VI Biocompatibility standards. NASA approved.

CURE SCHEDULE
(minimum bond temperature/time)
175°C ........45 seconds
150°C ..........5 minutes
120°C ........15 minutes
  80°C.........90 minutes
• Color: bright silver
• Consistency: smooth, thixotropic paste
• Sheet resistance: .16 ohms/sq/mil
• Continuous Operating temperature: 200°C
• Degradation Temperature: 410°C
• Refrigeration not required.
• Low Viscosity (2000cps)

MSDS Part A; MSDS Part B
PELCO® Technical Notes, H20E Epo-Tek® Silver Conductive Epoxy (PDF/2,066KB)

Prod #DescriptionUnitPriceOrder / Quote
16014
Silver Conductive Epoxy, H20E, 28.35g (1 oz.)
each
$199.00
Qty:


silver epoxy

Silver Conductive Epoxy

Strong, highly conductive solderless connections and repairs. Circuit boards. Static discharge shielding and grounding.
Can be used for repairs of circuit boards, static discharge shielding, grounding and conductive paths for specimens.

  • Bonding surface mount components
  • High strength conductive bonds
  • Quick, low or no heat cure – air dries
  • Rework or remove with hot soldering iron
  • Excellent electrical conductivity
  • 2-part epoxy, reusable applicator with stir stick, 7g each
  • Service temperature range -91°C to 100°C
  • Cure temperature 25°C to 121°C
  • Permanent bond 0.4 ohms/sq/mil

MSDS Part A (PDF/22KB); MSDS Part B (PDF/22KB); Technical Notes (PDF/40KB)

Prod #DescriptionUnitPriceOrder / Quote
16043
Silver Conductive Epoxy
14g
$63.50
Qty:


conductive pen

Circuit Repair

with handy Silver Conductive Pens

Draws highly conductive silver traces, jumpers and shielding with high precision.

  • instantly creates conductive silver traces
  • dries in minutes at room temperature
  • valved pen tip for easy application
  • can be soldered at low temperature
  • speeds prototype and design
  • choice of tip sizes

MSDS (PDF/96KB); Technical Notes (PDF/89KB)

Prod #DescriptionUnitPriceOrder / Quote
16041
Silver Conductive Pen, standard, standard tip
each
$48.80
Qty:
16042Silver Conductive Pen, standard, micro tipeach35.70
Qty:


silver paint

Fast Drying Silver Paint

This very fine flake silver (4.5 to 20µm) is suspended in iso-butyl methyl ketone (4-methylpentan-2-one) and forms a thin, smooth, highly conductive silver film which is both adherent and flexible. 30g. Fast drying silver suspension has been specifically designed to give increased coverage while maintaining a very high conductivity.
Service temperature 105°
Silver 58%
Thermoplastic resin
Diluent is 0.015 ohms/sq.in.
EMI/RF shield

PELCO® Technical Notes, Fast Drying Silver Suspension (PDF/355KB)

16040-30 MSDS - 16048-25 MSDS

Prod #DescriptionUnitPriceOrder / Quote
16040-30
Fast Drying Silver Paint, 30g
each
$68.90
Qty:
16048-25Silver Paint Diluent, 25mleach5.25
Qty:


conducting pen

Conducting Ink Pen

Leaves a mark which can be read in the electron beam in the SEM; can be used for marking or identifying objects

Prod #DescriptionUnitPriceOrder / Quote
16044
Conducting Ink Pen
each
$9.95
Qty: