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Montana Instruments Cryostation s Series User Manual

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4100-DOC001
System User Manual
Cryostation® s-series
s50 | s100 | s200
Version: 3.0
February 2020
www.montanainstruments.com
support@montanainstruments.com
+1.406.551.2796
101 Evergreen Drive
Bozeman, MT 59715, USA

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Montana Instruments Cryostation s Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Vibration<10 nm
Cooling Power250 mW @ 4.2 K
Sample SpaceCustomizable
Magnetic Field CompatibilityCompatible with magnetic fields
WeightVaries by model
Sample MountingTop-loading

Summary

Section 1 - Preface

Conventions Used in this Manual

Explains document conventions, abbreviations, safety warnings, and graphical symbols used throughout the manual.

General Hazard Information

Details general hazards and unsafe practices associated with the product, including lifting, high voltage, and cleaning.

Technical Support Information

Provides information on warranty, repairs, accessories, replacement parts, and contact details for support.

Section 2 - System Overview

Cryostat

Overview of the cryostat component, its intended use, components, technical specifications, and safety information.

System Control Unit

Overview of the system control unit, including intended use, components, technical specifications, and safety information.

Vacuum Control Unit

Overview of the vacuum control unit, including intended use, components, technical specifications, and safety information.

Section 3 - System Installation & Handling

Packaging Contents

Lists all components included in the system packaging, categorized by box for easy identification.

Component Placement and Layout Plan

Provides guidelines for the physical placement and arrangement of system components in the lab environment.

System Unpacking and Installation

Covers unpacking system components, installing the cryostat, and associated safety precautions.

System Connection and Movement

Details connecting system cables and power, and procedures for moving the entire system.

Section 4 - Sample Chamber Configuration

Accessing the Sample Space

Instructions on how to access the sample chamber, including handling lids, windows, and radiation shields.

Sample Mounting and Thermometer Installation

Guides for mounting samples and installing thermometers, including grease application and wire management.

Sample Chamber Windows and Wiring

Details on handling sample chamber windows, covers, and proper wiring techniques for thermal lagging.

User Wiring Interfaces and Schematics

Information on user-specific wiring connections, DC feedthroughs, temperature channels, and wiring schematics for different models.

Section 5 - System Usage & Operation

System Control Options and User Interface

Explains the touchscreen user interface, navigation, instrument selection, display screens, and remote control options.

Primary Operations

Covers system power-up, controlling system temperature, cooling down, warming up, stopping processes, and venting/pulling vacuum.

Section 6 - Care & Maintenance

System Care Procedures

Outlines recommended procedures for system care, including working in the sample chamber and checks before cooldown.

Long-Term Maintenance

Details long-term maintenance requirements, specifically the 20,000-hour maintenance for the cryocooler and compressor.

Section 7 - Diagnostics & Troubleshooting

Expected System Performance

Information on the expected performance metrics of the system, including base temperature and stability.

Troubleshooting Common System Issues

Guides for diagnosing and resolving common problems like performance degradation, power, communication, and compressor faults.

System Performance Checks

Basic checks users can perform to diagnose problems, focusing on temperature optimization, vibration mitigation, vacuum, and helium pressure.

Section 8 - Appendices

Related Documentation

Lists associated documentation available for reference, such as terms of sale and warranty agreements.

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