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Grids Overview
FIB Supplies Overview

FIB Lift-Out Grids & Grid Storage Boxes

FIB Lift-Out TEM Grids – Available in C, Cu, Mo and Si


16552
Carb-N-Grids™

PELCO® Indicator
FIB Lift-Out Grids,
Copper
PELCO® Indicator
FIB Lift-Out Grids,
Molybdenum		 PELCO FIB Lift-Out TEM Grids, single wide post
PELCO FIB Lift-Out TEM Grids, 2 wide posts
Copper PELCO®
FIB Lift-Out Grids
PELCO FIB Lift-Out TEM Grids, 2 wide posts
Molybdenum PELCO®
FIB Lift-Out Grids

 PELCO FIB Lift-Out TEM Grids, 4 narrow posts, silicon
Silicon PELCO®
FIB Lift-Out Grids
 pelco® fib half grid
PELCO® FIB
Lift-Out Half Grid		 pelco® fib half grid
NEW PELCO® FIB
Lift-Out Grid for
Inverted Sample
Preparation
Grid
Grid
NEW SEMI E177
Grids 		omniprobe lift-out grid with 3 posts
omniprobe lift-out grid with 4 posts
Omniprobe®
Lift-Out Grids 		omniprobe lift-out grid with 4 posts
Omniprobe® Beryllium
Half Ring Grids 		AutoGrid Tweezers
NEW FIB AutoGrid
Rings & C-clips
GSB-100 Storage Box for FIB Lift Out Grids
Anti-static& GSB-100
Storage Boxes		 FIB Grid Box with Lid for lift-out or half grids
PELCO®
FIB Grid Storage		 PELCO® SEM Sample Stub Vacuum Desiccator 16179
PELCO® Vacuum
Desiccator for Pin Stubs		 16175-12
PELCO® Fortress
FIB Holder™
& Sample Loader
silicon aperture frame 0.5 x 0.5mm
PELCO® Silicon
Aperture Frames 		     




Carb-N-Grids™

Pure Carbon Grids with 2 V-style posts. These grids are made of pure carbon and show very low background for EDS and spectroscopy, and very high adhesion of beam-deposited platinum, making for highly stable attachment of sample lamella. These grids come as a strip of 10, where the individual grids are easily removed from the backing with tweezers. Ideal for samples for spectroscopic examination and where metals such as copper must be avoided. The unique carbon material is mechanically robust and gives smooth edges at the attachment points. The grids are 3mm in diameter and approximately 70µm thick. Two post grids have 315 x 70 x 300µm (W x D x H) posts, while four post grids have two narrow posts of 60 x 120µm, and two wide posts 120 x 190µm with a 120 degree notch at the end.


SEM Image of FIB Grid Post
Carb-N-Grid™ Box of 10
 

10 Grid Strip

Prod # Description Unit Price Order / Quote
16550 Carb-N-Grids, 2 wide posts pkg/10 $167.00
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16552

Prod # Description Unit Price Order / Quote
16552 Carb-N-Grids, 2 narrow and 2 wide posts pkg/10 $167.00
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PELCO® Indicator FIB Lift-Out TEM Grids

The PELCO® FIB Lift-Out TEM Grids have been designed for in-situ lift to attach the TEM lamellas milled out by SEM/FIB or FIB systems. The design has been optimized for access and flexibility. The nominal diameter of the sturdy PELCO® FIB Lift-Out Grids is 3mm. These grids fit an all standard TEM holders and provide a full view of the lamella attached to the posts.

FIB Indicator Grid FIB Indicator Grid Pin
SEM image of Cu 5-post
Indicator FIB Grid 		SEM image of single post from
Cu 5-post Indicator FIB Grid
FIB Indicator Grid FIB Indicator Grid Pin
SEM image of Mo 4-post
Indicator FIB Grid 		SEM image of posts from Mo 4-post
Indicator FIB Grid

PELCO® FIB Lift-Out TEM Grids come in 4, 5, or 8 post formats. Each post is labelled by an easy to read dot pattern beneath the post. The typical thickness of the copper lift-out grids is 25µm +/-5µm. Mo grids are nominally 25µm thick. The copper grids have a thin ridge surrounding the posts for extra support. Mo grids have sharp edges. Posts are is 60 x 25 x 190µm (W x D x H). The molybdenum grids have four posts, two narrow and two wide. Narrow posts are 60 x 190µm (W x H) and wide posts are 120 x 190µm with a 120 degree notch at the end. 


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10FIBC05 PELCO® Indicator FIB Lift-Out TEM Grids, 5 narrow posts, copper pkg/100 $105.70
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10FIBC08 PELCO® Indicator FIB Lift-Out TEM Grids, 8 narrow posts, copper pkg/100 $111.30
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10GM04

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10GM04 PELCO® Indicator FIB Lift-Out TEM Grids, 2 narrow and 2 wide posts, molybdenum pkg/25 $278.30
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Copper PELCO® FIB Lift-Out Grid TEM Grids

The typical thickness of the copper lift-out grids is 35µm +/-5µm. The Cu FIB lift-out grids also have a thinner ridge on the inside, where the lamellas can be attached and are protected when stored. Available with either one or two wider v-shaped posts or four narrow flat posts with identification number etch through. Use single or dual wider posts for attaching single lamellas or the four posts for attaching a larger number of lamellas. Size of wide post is 250 x 35 x 190µm (W x D x H), size of narrow post is 80 x 35 x 190µm (W x D x H). Sold in packs of 100. FIB grid with 2 wide posts available with thickness of 55µm ±5µm as well.

FIB Lift-out Grid micrograph FIB Lift-out Grid micrograph
SEM image of copper FIB lift-out TEM grid narrow posts showing set-back and shape SEM image of copper FIB lift-out TEM grid wide post showing set-back and shape

PELCO FIB Lift-Out TEM Grids, single wide post

Prod # Description Unit Price Order / Quote
10GC01 PELCO® FIB Lift-Out TEM Grids, single, wide post, copper pkg/100 $88.00
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PELCO FIB Lift-Out TEM Grids, 2 wide posts

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10GC02 PELCO® FIB Lift-Out TEM Grids, 2 wide posts, copper pkg/100 $93.50
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10GC02T PELCO® FIB Lift-Out TEM Grids, 2 wide posts, copper, 55µ thickness pkg/100 87.30
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PELCO FIB Lift-Out TEM Grids, 4 narrow posts

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10GC04 PELCO® FIB Lift-Out TEM Grids, 4 narrow posts, copper pkg/100 $99.10
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Molybdenum PELCO® FIB Lift-Out Grid TEM Grids

The typical thickness for the molybdenum lift-out grids is 50µm +/-5µm. Use Mo where Cu can't be tolerated. Available with two wide posts, please see #10GM04, PELCO® Indicator FIB Lift-Out TEM Grids for a four post option. Size of wide post is 250 x 50 x 190µm (W x D x H). Sold in packs of 25.


PELCO FIB Lift-Out TEM Grids, 2 wide posts

Prod # Description Unit Price Order / Quote
10GM02 PELCO® FIB Lift-Out TEM Grids, 2 wide posts, molybdenum pkg/25 $145.00
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Silicon PELCO® FIB Lift-Out Grid TEM Grids

The thickness of the silicon lift-out grids is 100µm which makes them compatible with all standard TEM holders. Perfect half circular shape which fits nicely in the TEM grid holder. Debris-free, metal-free lift-out grids which readily bond with Pt to attach the lamellas. Straight edges, similar to the Cu and Mo grids; easy to handle. B-doped, conductive silicon minimizes charging during sample preparation and TEM imaging. Available with four narrow posts, which can be shaped if needed. Post size is 80 x 100 x 190µm (W x D x H). Sold in packs of 10.


PELCO FIB Lift-Out TEM Grids, 4 narrow posts, silicon

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21490-10 PELCO® FIB Lift-Out TEM Grids, 4 narrow posts, silicon pkg/10 $223.60
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PELCO® FIB Lift-Out Half Grid

The PELCO® FIB Lift-Out Half Grid is made of stiff copper beryllium with a thickness of 100µm (0.004"). Has two dots on one side for easy identification. Diameter 3mm with a height of 1.5mm. Slot is 2mm wide x 0.5mm deep. This robust half grid offers easy handling and good protection for the TEM lamellas.
pelco® fib half grid

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4510-HALF PELCO® Half Grids for FIB Applications vial/25 $25.00
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NEW FIB Lift-Out Grids for Inverted Sample Preparation

Three post molybdenum grids with an extended rim which allows the grid to be held in an inverted position for easier backside FIB milling and superior thinning. Sometimes referred to as scorpion grids or scorpion tail grids, each grid can hold up to 8 lamellae. Grids are 3mm diameter and ship in a Gel-Box™ of 50 grids.
pelco® fib half grid

Prod # Description Unit Price Order / Quote
16560 FIB Lift-Out Grids for Inverted Sample Prep, 3 posts, molybdenum pkg/50 $1100.00
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NEW SEMI E177 Conforming LCs

Grid

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10GCLC05-NODM Vial containing 100 Thermo Fisher Scientific-designed SEMI E177 LCs featuring 5 posts and 3 fiducial marks. No DMC. each $100.00
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Grid

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10GCLC08-NODM Vial containing 100 Thermo Fisher Scientific-designed SEMI E177 LCs featuring 8 posts and 3 fiducial marks. No DMC. each $100.00
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Omniprobe® Lift-Out Grids

The Omniprobe® Lift-Out Grids are specifically designed to accept the TEM lamellas milled out by FIB or SEM/FIB systems. Typical thickness of the grids is 25-30µm with a diameter of 3mm. The posts are designed for optimum access and provide a secure area for attaching (welding) the lamella(s). The Omniprobe® grids fit standard TEM holders and provide a non-obscured view of the thin sections attached to the posts.

Available in standard Cu with 3, 4 and 5 posts and in Mo with 3 posts. All Lift-Out Grids have multiple indexed mounting positions for easy identification and positioning in the TEM. Also the PELCO® FIB Liftout Grids are available.

omniprobe lift-out grid with 3 posts

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460-203 Omniprobe® Lift-Out Grids, Cu with 3 posts pkg/100 $298.10
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460-2033 Omniprobe® Lift-Out Grids, Cu with 3 posts, shallow downset pkg/100 204.95
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460-223 Omniprobe® Lift-Out Grids, Mo with 3 posts pkg/25 429.30
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Omniprobe Lift-Out Grids, Cu with 3 posts and side access

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460-2031-S Omniprobe® Lift-Out Grids, Cu with 3 posts and side access pkg/100 $204.00
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omniprobe lift-out grid with 4 posts

Prod # Description Unit Price Order / Quote
460-204 Omniprobe® Lift-Out Grids, Cu with 4 posts pkg/100 $298.25
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omniprobe lift-out grid with 5 posts

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460-205 Omniprobe® Lift-Out Grids, Cu with 5 posts pkg/100 $326.85
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Omniprobe Beryllium Half Ring Grid

Prod # Description Unit Price Order / Quote
460-206 Omniprobe® Beryllium Half Ring Grids, Be pkg/10 $686.50
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FIB Lift-Out Grid Storage


NEW PELCO® Grid Box for FIB Lift-Outs

Two-part ESD-safe box for holding FIB grids, half grids and processed lift-outs. Grids are held in a specially shaped pocket that minimizes movement and protects the pins from contact with any surface. The insert lid ensures each grid is captured securely in the pocket. Box holds 100 grids. Pockets are locatable by labeled column (A-K) and row (1-10). Small cutouts at the edges of the pockets allow easy access for tweezers for loading and unloading.

Features:

  • ESD-safe plastic
  • Easy placement and removal with tweezers or vacuum tool
  • Lid insert for secure holding of processed grids
  • Index card for sample labelling
  • Stackable boxes compatible with slide box storage
Overall size: 104 L x 94 W x 32mm H (4.10 x 3.70 x 1.26")

Prod # Description Unit Price Order / Quote
470-100 PELCO® Grid Box for FIB Lift-Outs each $11.50
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GSB-100 Storage Box for FIB Lift Out Grids

GSB-100 Storage Box for FIB Lift Out Grids

GSB-100 Storage Box for 100 FIB lift out grids or storing standard 3mm TEM grids flat.
No adhesive in tray (made from ABS). Cavity size is 3.34 x 3.34 x 1.5mm (0.13" x 0.13" x 0.06"). Complete with clear polystyrene lid and clear polypropylene clip. Stackable.

Overall size is 55 x 51 x 10.7mm (2.16" x 2" x 0.42")

Prod # Description Unit Price Order / Quote
460-200B GSB-100 Storage Box for 100 FIB Lift Out Grids each $7.50
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anti-static gsb-100 storage box for 100 grids

Anti-Static GSB-100 Storage Box for FIB Lift Out Grids

Same internal and external dimensions as standard GSB-100 storage box, but with anti-static tray made of black conductive polypropylene. Complete with anti-static cover and polypropylene clip. Stackable.

Overall size is 55 x 51 x 10.7mm (2.16" x 2" x 0.42")

Prod # Description Unit Price Order / Quote
460-200SD Anti-Static GSB-100 Storage Box for 100 FIB Lift Out Grids each $8.50
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FIB Grid Box with Lid for lift-out or half grids

PELCO® FIB Grid Box for Lift-Out Grids or Half Grids

Four position grid box with lid for holding FIB lift-out grids or half grids. The PELCO® FIB Lift-Out Grid Box cavity depth is only 1.7mm, thus preventing the grids from rotating in the diamond shaped cavity. The FIB grids can be relatively easily loaded/unloaded using sharp tweezers.

Prod # Description Unit Price Order / Quote
160-54 4 Position PELCO® FIB Grid Box with Lid each $10.85
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16175-12
PELCO Fortress FIB Holder and Sample Loader PELCO Fortress FIB Holder and Sample Loader
#15484 #15484-1

PELCO® Fortress FIB Holder™ & Sample Loader

The PELCO® Fortress FIB Holder™ is used for TEM sample preparation and storage. The PELCO® Fortress FIB Holder™ is the former South Bay Technology Fortress FIB Holder. FIB lift-out grids are clamped securely in place by a tensioned spring without the need for adhesives. Sample loading is easy when the PELCO® Fortress FIB Holder™ is paired with the Sample Loader. Paired with a pin stub desiccator or other pin stub storage container, the PELCO® Fortress FIB Holder™ securely stores FIB grids with lamella attached. This holder is suitable for all FIB/SEM systems which accept pin mount holders such as Thermo Fisher Scientific/FEI, ZEISS and TESCAN systems. For the JEOL and Hitachi systems a pin mount adapter is needed.

Overall size is 20.7 x 14.6 x 13.2mm (0.81 x 0.5" x 0.52"), pin included. Standard ø3.2mm (1/8") pin. Material: vacuum grade aluminum with stainless steel thumbscrew.

Screw used is 4-40 x 1/2, Thumb, Stainless Steel

PELCO® Technical Notes, PELCO® Fortress Holder™ & PELCO® Fortress Sample Loader™ (612KB PDF)

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15484 PELCO® Fortress FIB Holder™, Pin each $135.00
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15484-1 PELCO® Fortress Sample Loader™ each 58.00
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PELCO® SEM Sample Stub Vacuum Desiccator 16179

PELCO® SEM Pin Stub Vacuum Desiccator

NEW Desiccator Lid Options Available!

The durable and versatile PELCO® SEM Pin Stub Vacuum Desiccator holds up to 12 standard ø12.7mm (1/2") pin stubs, or two ø25mm (1") stubs or a single stub up to ø50mm (2") in diameter. Ideal for use with the PELCO® Fortress FIB Holders to protect processed samples as storage under vacuum eliminates contamination from vapor or dust.

The desiccator comes with a standard acrylic cap, allowing for a maximum 12mm (3/8") specimen height. Quartz glass and aluminum construction lids are available separately, which can accommodate up to 30mm samples. All metal parts are made of durable, non-outgassing, anodized aluminum and the use of Viton® O-rings makes the desiccator able to pump down to 10-3 mbar and capable of holding vacuum for many weeks. The metal vacuum valve has a PTFE shaft seal. Use a small vacuum pump to evacuate. Vacuum connection for pump-down is a 1/4" (6.35mm) barb fitting.

  • Keeps samples and calibration standards contamination free
  • Prevents oxidization or contamination of sensitive samples
  • Holds pin mounts secure with O-rings
  • Optional quartz glass and aluminum caps available for maximum cleanliness
  • Ideal for storing, transporting and shipping samples and calibration standards
Overall size without vacuum valve is ø76 x 35mm (3 x 1.4"). Standard Acrylic Cap has a cavity height is 13.7mm (0.54"). Optional quartz glass lids with 12mm, 22mm, and 30mm internal height. Quartz lids are sealed with Viton® O-rings.

Also available as a TEM Grid Vacuum Desiccator (#16178) or Vacuum Desiccator for Hitachi M4 Stubs (#16179-4).

PELCO® Technical Notes, PELCO® SEM Pin Stub Vacuum Desiccator (103KB PDF)

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16179 PELCO® SEM Pin Stub Vacuum Desiccator with Acrylic Cap each $267.50
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16179-1 NEW Desiccator Cap for sample storage, 12mm height each 194.50
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16179-2 NEW Desiccator Cap for sample storage, 22mm height each 196.00
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16179-3 NEW Desiccator Cap for sample storage, 30mm height each 198.25
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9611 Filter for Venting Inlet, complete with 1/4" hose each 14.25
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PELCO® Silicon Aperture Frames
(without support film)

silicon aperture frame 0.5 x 0.5mm silicon aperture frame 1.0 x 1.0mm silicon aperture frame 1.5 x 0.5mm
0.5 x 0.5mm 1.0 x 1.0mm 1.5 x 0.5mm

Also see: Silicon Nitride Coated 3mm Disk (blanks) - Silicon Nitride Support Films for TEM

The PELCO® Silicon Aperture Frames are 3mm disk type frames with a thickness of 200µm and square or rectangular apertures. They are made with the same clean state-of -the-art manufacturing techniques as the PELCO® Silicon Nitride Support Films. The Silicon Nitride has been removed and leaves a silicon frame. They are perfectly round shaped 3mm frame featuring the Easygrip™ edge for easy handling. No broken edges and free of debris often associated with other manufacturing processes. Offered with three sizes of openings: 0.5 x 0.5, 1.0 x 1.0 and 1.5 x 0.5mm. Fully compatible will standard 3mm TEM holders.
  • Support frame to attach TEM lamellas made with FIB, DualBeam® or CrossBeam® instruments for subsequent TEM imaging
  • Easy access due to wide angle opening
  • Protects TEM Lamella During Transport

Window angle toward the back is 35.26 degrees, which results in aperture dimensions:

Product No. Aperture size Area Back side opening
21540-10 0.5 x 0.5mm 0.25mm2 0.78 x 0.78mm
21541-10 1.0 x 1.0mm 1.00mm2 1.28 x 1.28mm
21542-10 1.5 x 0.5mm 0.75mm2 1.78 x 0.78mm

MSDS (367KB PDF)

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21540-10 PELCO® Silicon Aperture Frame (no support film) 0.5 x 0.5mm pkg/10 $133.35
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21541-10 PELCO® Silicon Aperture Frame (no support film) 1.0 x 1.0mm pkg/10 133.35
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21542-10 PELCO® Silicon Aperture Frame (no support film) 1.5 x 0.5mm pkg/10 133.35
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