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FEI Tecnai T12 Biotwin

Sample holders

The default specimen holder for the T12 is called Single-Tilt (FEI ST) and it is always present in the microscope room.
The lab has also other specimen holders used for various application e.g. heating (furnace and MEMS-based), cooling, biasing and tomography. For information on the various specimen holders see HERE

Who may operate the Tecnai T12

Anybody in need of a TEM microscope is welcome to apply for access to our facility by submitting an Access Request Form .Shortly after your ARF has been received you will be contact by the microscopy support team in order to set up a meeting to further discuss your application.
In order to be authorised to use the Tecnai T12 you must complete the Tecnai training with consists of a theoretical lecture and 3 practical sessions of 4 hours each.
Due to the similarity of the basic operations on a Tecnai TEM and a Titan TEM, a Tecnai trained user can receive additional training and progress in using a Titan TEM.

When you have demonstrated a high level of familiarity with the Tecnai TEM you will be authorized and allowed to book it via our booking system called LabManager.

Booking

Booking on the T12 is done by the users in accordance to the booking rules. At the moment, there are NO booking rules on the T12.

Further information

TEM Tecnai T12 in LabManager

Calibration

• Magnification calibration cameras

Process information

The following techniques and processes are available on the microscope (list isn't complete):

Techniques:

• EDS/WDS

Processes:

• Cryo-TEM

Tips and Tricks

Here you can find some help to solve small issues on the microscope. Let us know, if you have other suggestions.

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