Vacuum Chamber and Components

Background
Argonne National Laboratory is seeking to procure specific components for their vacuum chamber systems. The goal of this contract is to enhance their capabilities in conducting experiments that require precise temperature control and vacuum conditions.

The laboratory's mission involves advancing scientific research and technology, making these components critical for their operations.

Work Details
The contract includes the following items:
1. Vacuum Chamber: Hot and Cold Modular Probing Plate with low vacuum-tight chamber (x.x10^-3 mBar), gas-purge capability (up to 0.5 Bar), electrically grounded sample area (Ø26mm), Ø31.75mm optical window with Ø28mm effective viewing area, mK2000 temperature controller, temperature range -190C to 400C, includes probing plate, temperature controller, Instec host software with SDK, universal input voltage; optional cooling accessory; option to add up to 4 XYZ probers.

2. High Vacuum Compatibility: Customization for high vacuum compatibility (10^-5mBar), temperature range -190C to 300C, Ø31.75mm optical window with Ø28mm effective viewing area.

3. 4-stage Pump System: Liquid nitrogen (LN2) compatible with Instec controllers, manual or controlled by mK2000, universal input voltage; enables cooling to -190C.

4. Metal Sample-Fixing Clips: Removable clips mounted to the frame of the Vacuum Chamber; electrically floating.

5. SMA Upgrade: Upgrade to 4x SMA connectors replacing standard coaxial BNC connectors.

6. Blank Feedthrough: For replacing secondary KF vacuum port in the Vacuum Chamber.

7. C100W Water Circulator: Includes heat exchanger and fan for frame cooling; manually controlled; universal input power.

Place of Performance
The products will be delivered to Argonne National Laboratory.