Closed-Cycle Cryogenic
Probe Station
The ARS manufactured PS-CC Closed Cycle Cryogenic Probe Station provides a high vacuum cryogenic environment of up to <4 K - 800 K (with appropriate high temperature interface) for measuring multiple devices consecutively without breaking vacuum or warming the system. The ARS PS-CC Probe Station features up to eight probes with 1 μm sensitivity, 2 inch measurement area, < 1 μm vibration levels, fast sample cooldown, custom wiring for DC and microwave measurements (0-67 GHz), large optical access and optional 7:1 zoom microscope with ring light.
ARS manufactures both the cryocooler and the probe station at our headquarters in Macungie, PA, USA. This integrated approach ensures consistent performance and also facilitates diagnostics and service of the integrated system.
Applications
DC, RF properties
Microwave properties
MEMS
Nanoscale electronics
Superconductivity
Electrical and optical properties
Quantum dots and wires
Features
Typical Configuration
Options & Upgrades
<4 K-800 K temperature range available
2 in. test area
2.75 in. clear view top window
Up to 6 micro-manipulated probe arms
2 additional accessory ports
Thermally anchored triaxial single tip probe holders with
replaceable tungsten tips1 µm sensitivity precision actuators
High stability spring-loaded linear motion stages
All stainless steel vacuum enclosure for low vacuum and
fast pumping times7:1 zoom microscope with ring light
Super soft copper braids transmit maximum cooling power and minimal vibrations to cold stage
Elastomeric isolators on table for high frequency vibration dampening
Soft air mount feet for high shock and low frequency vibration dampening
Heated radiation shield for faster sample change
Cryogen free
2 helium hoses
Stainless steel vacuum enclosure
Nickel plated OFHC copper radiation shield
1 high purity quartz window
2 in. diameter sample stage
4 micromanipulated probe arms
10 tungsten DC probe tips
Instrumentation for temperature measurement and control:
10 pin hermetic feedthrough
50 ohm thermofoil heater
High Accuracy Cernox sensor for control
High Accuracy Cernox sensor with 4 in. free length for accurate sample measurement
Instrumentation for radiation shield temperature control:
10 pin hermetic feedthrough
2 50 ohm cartridge heaters
Silicon diode sensor curve matched to (± 0.5 K) for control
Sample holder for optical and electrical experiments
Temperature controller
Low vibration table
Additional probe arms, up to six
Custom wiring configurations (please contact our sales staff)
Load lock upgrade
Custom Magnetic Solenoids, up to 9 Tesla
Ultra low vibration interface upgrade
2.8 K cold head (1.5 W @ 4.2 K)
Dual cold heads for higher cooling power
Turbo upgrade for faster cool-down times
Custom temperature sensor configuration (please contact our sales staff)
Window material upgrades (custom materials available)
Low Optical Working Distance modification, In Vacuum Objectives Available