Nanoscience Probe Station
Key Features
- Ultra low vibration stability of 10 to 20 nm at the sample stage
- Cryogen free closed cycle cooling from below 5.5 K to 350 K
- Up to six configurable DC, RF, or fibre optic probe arms
- Custom DC and microwave wiring options up to 67 GHz
- High precision micromanipulators with sub micron positioning control
- 1 inch or 2 inch probe area for flexible device layouts
The Advanced Research Systems PS NANO is an ultra low vibration nanoscience probe station designed for cryogenic electrical, RF, microwave, and optical characterisation of nanoscale and quantum devices. It is specifically engineered for applications where mechanical stability and measurement repeatability are critical at low temperatures.
The system provides cryogen free closed cycle operation and allows consecutive device metrology without breaking vacuum or warming the system. This supports higher throughput and improved repeatability in sensitive, low temperature measurement environments.
Ultra Low Vibration Cryogenic Measurement Capability
For nanoscience and quantum device characterisation, maintaining stable probe contact at cryogenic temperatures is often the limiting factor. The PS NANO is designed specifically to minimise vibration at the sample plate, delivering stability in the 10 to 20 nm range, while still providing the benefits of cryogen free, closed cycle cooling.
This combination supports sensitive electrical transport, microwave, and optoelectronic measurements where probe stability and repeatability are essential.
Probe and Measurement Flexibility
The PS NANO platform supports up to six DC, RF, or fibre optic probe arms, enabling flexible configuration for a wide range of device types and test methods. A choice of 1 inch or 2 inch measurement areas accommodates both fine nanoscale structures and larger device layouts, while maintaining precise probe motion and repeatable contact.
Electrical, RF, and Optical Integration
Custom wiring options support DC and microwave measurements from 0 to 67 GHz, enabling high frequency device characterisation at cryogenic temperatures. Large optical access ports allow straightforward integration of optical instrumentation for photonic and optoelectronic studies.
Typical Applications
The PS NANO is used for a broad set of low temperature measurement applications, including:
- DC and RF device characterisation
- Microwave property measurements
- MEMS and nanoscale electronics testing
- Superconductivity and quantum device research, including quantum dots and wires
- Electrical and optical property measurements for nanoscience experiments
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Further Information
What is a Nanoscience Probe Station
A nanoscience probe station is a precision cryogenic measurement system designed for electrical, RF, microwave, and optical characterisation of nanoscale and quantum devices.
It provides ultra low vibration stability at cryogenic temperatures, enabling reliable probe contact and repeatable measurements where mechanical and thermal control are critical.
Key characteristics of nanoscience cryogenic probe stations:
- Nanometre level vibration stability at the sample stage
- Cryogen free closed cycle operation for continuous testing
- High precision probe positioning for nanoscale device structures
- High vacuum environment for stable low temperature measurements
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Applications
Medical, Photonics, Solar Cell, Nanoelectronics, Fibre Optics, Microwave Electronics, Microelectronics, Power Semiconductor Assembly, Power Electronics, RF-HF Devices, Bio Medical Assemblies, Nano Electronics, Packaged Device Test, MEMS, Spintronics, Carbon NanoTube, Semiconductor Components, Microfluidic Testing, Photovoltaic Device Test etc.
Industry Segments
Semiconductor Research and Development, Device Characterisation, Production Test, Semiconductor Wafer Probe Test etc.
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Region
Available from Inseto in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Finland, Norway & Sweden.
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