3.2 Mounting a Specimen
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Fig. 3.2-2 Measuring the Specimen Height
IMPORTANT: If the specimen is tilted or the Stage Z is short, the specimen can touch the
objective lens or the backscattered electron detector that is provided on the
underside of the objective lens, which can result in damage to the specimen,
objective lens or the backscattered electron detector.
3.2.3.3 Moving the Stage to the Specimen Exchange Position
Align the X, Y, R, T, and Z knobs of the specimen stage to the specimen exchange position (the
specimen exchange position is indicated on the upper face of the specimen stage).
Specimen replacement position X: 30mm Y: 20mm Z: 35mm
R: 0° T: 0°
Fig. 3.2-3 Type I Stage
Specimen stub
Specimen height (Standard)
Level gauge
Specimen holder
Specimen
Locking ring
Adjusting screw
R
Y
Z
X
T