PELCO easiGlow cryo-em glow discharge set, 230V

For one of the most common glow discharge applications, making TEM support films or grids hydrophilic using air, the PELCO easiGlow uses an automated and quick cycle with fully selectable parameters. The microprocessor controlled system also offers full manual control for all parameters and an advanced protocol programming feature for custom designed glow discharge applications. Parameters and protocols can be stored to facilitate consistent glow discharge results. Open the shipping box, plug it in, and you can start.Features:Optimised for cleaning TEM gridsPrecise and easy vacuum settingShort cycle timesConsistent resultsAuto, programmed and manual modeIntuitive touch screen for display and operationSupports hydrophilic/hydrophobic and negative/positive modesAffordable, compact, standalone system

The PELCO easiGlow Glow Discharge Cleaning System is a compact, quick and easy to use standalone system. It is primarily designed for cleaning TEM grids and hydrophilisation of TEM carbon support films, which have the tendency to be hydrophobic. A glow discharge treatment with air will make a carbon film surface negatively charged (hydrophilic) which allows aqueous solutions to spread easily. Manufactured in USA.

PELCO has created a bundle including all items needed for a typical glow discharge setup in a cryo-EM lab. Set includes: 

• PELCO easiGlow unit
• Vacuum pump with all accessories
• Rubber gasket to protect the glass chamber edge
• PELCO Grid Holder Block

Specifications:

Plasma Current	0-30 mA
HV Power supply	30W Continuous Rating
Glow Discharge Head Polarity	User Selectable positive or negative
Process Platform	Ø75mm with recess for 25 x 75mm slide
Glow Discharge Platform Height Control	1-25mm
Preprocess Hold Timer	0-14411 sec.
Process Timer	0-900 sec.
Chamber Size	Ø 120 x 100mm H with sealed Delrin top plate (inside Ø106 x 90mm)
Process/Vent gas inlets	2 each Ø 6mm barbed, individually user selectable for process, purge or vent
High Voltage Vacuum Interlocks	Dual hardware and software interlocked
Vacuum Control	Pirani Gauge, ranging from atmosphere to 0.01mbar
Working Vacuum Range	1.1 - 0.20mbar for optimal glow
System Control / Display	3" Touch Panel with LED backlight and 5 function keys
Operation Modes	Auto Programmed (4 user programmed protocols) Manual/Diagnostics
Data Logging Capabilities	Step #, Vacuum (mbar), Current (mA), Voltage (V), and polarity, once per second
Instrument Size (L x D x W)	305 x 292 x 230mm
Weight	6.26kg
GD4 Pump (optional) (L x D x H)	337 x 138 x 244mm
Weight	11kg
Laboratory Footprint with optional pump (W x D x H)	381 x 292 x 330mm
Power Requirements	120V 60Hz, 15A or 230V 50Hz, 10A Service
Instrument Power Rating	100-240VAC 60/50Hz 60W Plus Pump, IEC Inlet
Optional Pump Power Rating	120/230V 60/50Hz 370 W (1/2 hp)
Vacuum Pump Minimum requirements	2.5m3/hr, 41L/m, 1.65 CFM 0.03mbar Ultimate Vacuum
Vacuum Pump Power Outlet on Instrument	8A max IEC Outlet
Vacuum Inlet	KF 16 flange
Data Logging Capabilities	Step #, Vacuum (mbar), Current (mA), Voltage (V), and polarity, once per second
Communication Port	USB Outlet