Asylum Research cypher - Parts List

Ch. 1. System Overview Sec. 1.2. Parts List
Q AFM or SPM? What is the difference?
A AFM stands for Atomic Force Microscope. It scans a cantilever over a sample to generate an
image. SPM stands for Scanning Probe Microscope. It is the more general, all encompassing
term, which also includes techniques that image using non-cantilever probes such as sharp
metal needles (Scanning Tunneling Microscopy), optical fibers (NSOM) or tiny hollow glass
tubes (SICM). Since Cypher is capable of both AFM and STM, it is classified as an SPM. You
may see Cypher referred to in the context of an AFM when its AFM-like functions are being
described.
1.2. Parts List
The contents of the accessory kit which accompanies Cypher. Asylum Inventory Number 900.110.1.
These parts accompany the AFM irrespective of the type of scanners you purchased.
Itm Part # Item Description Qty Picture
1 080.122
15mm AFM Specimen Disc.
Also available from Ted Pella,
part number 16218.
50
2 290.101
2A Tweezer, SA Tapered Round
Blunt, Standard Grade.
1
3 290.102
7Tweezer, SA Curves Sharp,
Standard Grade.
2
4 290.103
3A Tweezer, Extra Fine Sharp,
Standard Grade.
1
5 290.139 Hex Driver, 1/16” Small Handle. 2
6 312.003
Renishaw Encoder Readhead
Spacer (0.8mm).
1
7
803. OLY.
AC 55 TS
Olympus Cantilevers, Model AC
55 TS.
5
The scale in the photos is in cm and mm.
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