- Autoradiography and diamond marker pens on page T9
- Belpen Markers, water and most organic solvent-proof glass markers, on page L1
Conductive Adhesives Comparison Table
I2: EM Adhesives, Liquid Blocker Pen & Laboratory Marking Pens
CONDUCTIVE SILVER PEN
This pen is simple and efficient to use for adhering samples to SEM stubs. Designed to produce instant conductive silver traces, the specially formulated silver-bearing thermoplastic polymer dries in minutes at room temperature. Valved pen tip allows smooth flow with normal writing pressure and is spring-loaded to prevent clogging. If you wish to use the pen for traces, solderable terminations are possible using a 120°C cure for 15-20 minutes. Tin, lead or silver solder can be used (do not exceed 180°C for more than 5 seconds). Each pen is able to make approximately 30 metres of traces. 39-45% silver content; particle size is under 10µm diameter. Thinner is butyl acetate.
I008 Conductive silver pen, SEM adhesive AUD71.00 Available
This pen is simple and efficient to use for adhering samples to SEM stubs. Designed to produce instant conductive silver traces, the specially formulated silver-bearing thermoplastic polymer dries in minutes at room temperature. Valved pen tip allows smooth flow with normal writing pressure and is spring-loaded to prevent clogging. If you wish to use the pen for traces, solderable terminations are possible using a 120°C cure for 15-20 minutes. Tin, lead or silver solder can be used (do not exceed 180°C for more than 5 seconds). Each pen is able to make approximately 30 metres of traces. 39-45% silver content; particle size is under 10µm diameter. Thinner is butyl acetate.
I008 Conductive silver pen, SEM adhesive AUD71.00 Available
I008
PARA-TISSUER PEN anchors wax sections
This pen provides a sticky membrane which not only stops paraffin sections from moving, wrinkling or falling off but also "flattens" the sections. This obviates the need for hot water treatment of the sections. The membrane is stable to 120°C.
User Notes
ID600 Para-Tissuer, adhesive for wax sections AUD146.00 Available
This pen provides a sticky membrane which not only stops paraffin sections from moving, wrinkling or falling off but also "flattens" the sections. This obviates the need for hot water treatment of the sections. The membrane is stable to 120°C.
User Notes
ID600 Para-Tissuer, adhesive for wax sections AUD146.00 Available
CONDUCTIVE CARBON/GRAPHITE PAINT for adhesion of SEM /microprobe specimens
A fast drying paint for mounting samples, particularly for SEM and dispersive analysis. Does not tend to siphon up through porous specimens. Carbon results in a black background in back-scattered mode. Carbon contaminants in the specimen chamber of analytical systems tend to be benign. The carbon/graphite mixture conducts well. Dilute with isopropanol alcohol. Store in refrigerator or freezer to slow thickening. Now in a plastic squeeze bottle with valve cap for easy application. Contains steel ball for efficient shaking before use. MSDS
CONDUCTIVE CARBON/GRAPHITE ADHESIVE water-based
Flat surface texture. The average flake size is 1µm.
Service temperature is 306°C.
This item is not a DG and shipping to overseas addresses is not a problem.
I003 Conductive carbon/graphite paint, SEM adhesive AUD16.00 /30mL 10% discount for 10 Available
I003W Carbon/graphite adhesive, water-base AUD32.00 /50g Available
A fast drying paint for mounting samples, particularly for SEM and dispersive analysis. Does not tend to siphon up through porous specimens. Carbon results in a black background in back-scattered mode. Carbon contaminants in the specimen chamber of analytical systems tend to be benign. The carbon/graphite mixture conducts well. Dilute with isopropanol alcohol. Store in refrigerator or freezer to slow thickening. Now in a plastic squeeze bottle with valve cap for easy application. Contains steel ball for efficient shaking before use. MSDS
CONDUCTIVE CARBON/GRAPHITE ADHESIVE water-based
Flat surface texture. The average flake size is 1µm.
Service temperature is 306°C.
This item is not a DG and shipping to overseas addresses is not a problem.
I003 Conductive carbon/graphite paint, SEM adhesive AUD16.00 /30mL 10% discount for 10 Available
I003W Carbon/graphite adhesive, water-base AUD32.00 /50g Available
CONDUCTIVE SILVER LIQUID for adhesion of SEM specimen
Fast drying silver particle suspension with a very small average grain size of 1.4 to 3.6µm. Excellent conductor. Supplied in a plastic squeeze bottle with valve cap for easy application. Contains steel balls for efficient shaking before use. For large users the silver liquid is also available in a 100mL bottle. The small grain size results in better conductivity and settles more slowly. Appearance is less silvery on account of the refractive index.
Store cold. SDS | User Notes
I004 Conductive silver liquid, SEM adhesive AUD41.00 /25g Availability
I0041 Conductive silver liquid, SEM adhesive AUD106.00 /100g 10% discount for 5 Availability
Fast drying silver particle suspension with a very small average grain size of 1.4 to 3.6µm. Excellent conductor. Supplied in a plastic squeeze bottle with valve cap for easy application. Contains steel balls for efficient shaking before use. For large users the silver liquid is also available in a 100mL bottle. The small grain size results in better conductivity and settles more slowly. Appearance is less silvery on account of the refractive index.
Store cold. SDS | User Notes
I004 Conductive silver liquid, SEM adhesive AUD41.00 /25g Availability
I0041 Conductive silver liquid, SEM adhesive AUD106.00 /100g 10% discount for 5 Availability
AQUEOUS CONDUCTIVE SILVER LIQUID
Similar to the above but based on an aqueous binder. This product is not a DG for shipping purposes. It is slower drying, but this can be rushed by oven or heat-lamp drying. Since this liquid is water-based, smells, flammability and too fast drying times are avoided; it's also a stronger binder.
MSDS
Empty polypropylene bottles available
Making silver epoxy is easy
I005-15 Aqueous conductive silver liquid, SEM adhesive AUD85.00 /15g Availability
I005 Aqueous conductive silver liquid, SEM adhesive AUD37.00 /25g Available
I005-50 Aqueous conductive silver liquid, SEM adhesive AUD106.00 /50g Availability
I0051 Aqueous conductive silver liquid, SEM adhesive AUD103.00 /100g Availability
Similar to the above but based on an aqueous binder. This product is not a DG for shipping purposes. It is slower drying, but this can be rushed by oven or heat-lamp drying. Since this liquid is water-based, smells, flammability and too fast drying times are avoided; it's also a stronger binder.
MSDS
Empty polypropylene bottles available
Making silver epoxy is easy
I005-15 Aqueous conductive silver liquid, SEM adhesive AUD85.00 /15g Availability
I005 Aqueous conductive silver liquid, SEM adhesive AUD37.00 /25g Available
I005-50 Aqueous conductive silver liquid, SEM adhesive AUD106.00 /50g Availability
I0051 Aqueous conductive silver liquid, SEM adhesive AUD103.00 /100g Availability
HIGH PERFORMANCE SILVER PASTE
Silver flakes in an inorganic silicate aqueous solution; a specially formulated adhesive for demanding bonding applications such as:
The excellent thermal and electrical conductivity, coupled with the absence of hydrocarbons, make this product ideal for demanding specimen preparation in FESEM, XPS, ESCA, SIMS, Auger and other applications. High performance silver paste provides both high and thermal conductivity, with a silver particle size of 20µm. Silver content >60% by weight. Cures at room temperature, but requires a 2 hour cure at 93°C to achieve high conductivity and strong bond. Must be fully cured before using this product at cryogenic temperatures. Soluble in water to 260°C. Above this temperature it becomes almost insoluble.
Technical information - I006
Troubleshooting: If not conducting; stir thoroughly to mix the settled silver particles through the paste.
I006 High performance silver paste AUD555.00 /50g Availability
Silver flakes in an inorganic silicate aqueous solution; a specially formulated adhesive for demanding bonding applications such as:
- High temperature up to 927°C
- Ultra high vacuum - no hydrocarbon, no VOCs
- Cryogenic temperatures (suitability depends on matching properties)
The excellent thermal and electrical conductivity, coupled with the absence of hydrocarbons, make this product ideal for demanding specimen preparation in FESEM, XPS, ESCA, SIMS, Auger and other applications. High performance silver paste provides both high and thermal conductivity, with a silver particle size of 20µm. Silver content >60% by weight. Cures at room temperature, but requires a 2 hour cure at 93°C to achieve high conductivity and strong bond. Must be fully cured before using this product at cryogenic temperatures. Soluble in water to 260°C. Above this temperature it becomes almost insoluble.
Technical information - I006
Troubleshooting: If not conducting; stir thoroughly to mix the settled silver particles through the paste.
I006 High performance silver paste AUD555.00 /50g Availability
I006
BIOBOND, TISSUE SECTION ADHESIVE
Having prepared the tissue specimen for immunolabelling, it is imperative to perform the incubations with a protocol designed to maximise the specific signal and minimise the background. Some incubation conditions may cause the tissue sections to be removed from the glass slide.
Typical tissue section adhesives such as poly-L-lysine, Elmer's glue, chrome alum, etc... are not suitable for use with immunogold labelling, because of the increased background caused by the attraction of gold particles to the adhesive on the slide. Furthermore, the surface of glass slides is uneven, and it is activated by the silicon tetrahedral structure. It provides active sites for absorption of proteins or reactions with chemicals and reagents. Therefore it is important to minimise this possibility by coating the surface with a material which is of low reactivity towards reagents.
Biobond produces a very strong adhesion between the glass slide and the tissue section for subsequent incubations, as well as a protective layer to minimise the interaction between the charged glass surface and the reagents.
Biobond is suitable for all kinds of tissue specimens including, but not limited to, paraffin wax, resin sections, cell smears, cytospins and cryostat sections.
Biobond is supplied in a 20mL vial, which is sufficient to coat at least 1000 slides.
Storage: 0 - 5°C
I620 Biobond, tissue section adhesive AUD95.00 /20mL Available
Having prepared the tissue specimen for immunolabelling, it is imperative to perform the incubations with a protocol designed to maximise the specific signal and minimise the background. Some incubation conditions may cause the tissue sections to be removed from the glass slide.
Typical tissue section adhesives such as poly-L-lysine, Elmer's glue, chrome alum, etc... are not suitable for use with immunogold labelling, because of the increased background caused by the attraction of gold particles to the adhesive on the slide. Furthermore, the surface of glass slides is uneven, and it is activated by the silicon tetrahedral structure. It provides active sites for absorption of proteins or reactions with chemicals and reagents. Therefore it is important to minimise this possibility by coating the surface with a material which is of low reactivity towards reagents.
Biobond produces a very strong adhesion between the glass slide and the tissue section for subsequent incubations, as well as a protective layer to minimise the interaction between the charged glass surface and the reagents.
Biobond is suitable for all kinds of tissue specimens including, but not limited to, paraffin wax, resin sections, cell smears, cytospins and cryostat sections.
Biobond is supplied in a 20mL vial, which is sufficient to coat at least 1000 slides.
Storage: 0 - 5°C
I620 Biobond, tissue section adhesive AUD95.00 /20mL Available
LEIT-C-PLAST
A special adhesive with very high electrical conductivity and permanent plasticity for the preparation of big specimens in SEM work.
This item is virtually identical to Tempfix (I668), except that Leit-C-Plast is carbon loaded and conducts without a conductive coating.
I667 Leit-C-Plast, SEM adhesive AUD92.00 /15g Availability
A special adhesive with very high electrical conductivity and permanent plasticity for the preparation of big specimens in SEM work.
This item is virtually identical to Tempfix (I668), except that Leit-C-Plast is carbon loaded and conducts without a conductive coating.
I667 Leit-C-Plast, SEM adhesive AUD92.00 /15g Availability
I667
TEMPFIX ADHESIVE
A thermoplastic adhesive for mounting powder specimens and small particles especially for SEM. It does not contain any solvents and it is stable in high vacuum. It is not sticky at room temperature but becomes adhesive at 40°C and melts at 120°C. Tempfix may also be used as an embedding medium.
The kit contains two gluesticks, a pin-type mount with a lock-screw and several pieces of aluminium shim. The glue is applied to Al shim pieces on a hotplate at 120°C. These coated pieces may be stored for future use. Sprinkle particular specimens onto coating of Al shim and heat briefly on hotplate to 40°C. Tap or blow off any lose particles and then coat specimen. The shim may be examined after fastening to the supplied pin-type mount with set-screw.
I668 Tempfix, SEM adhesive AUD64.00 /set Available
A thermoplastic adhesive for mounting powder specimens and small particles especially for SEM. It does not contain any solvents and it is stable in high vacuum. It is not sticky at room temperature but becomes adhesive at 40°C and melts at 120°C. Tempfix may also be used as an embedding medium.
The kit contains two gluesticks, a pin-type mount with a lock-screw and several pieces of aluminium shim. The glue is applied to Al shim pieces on a hotplate at 120°C. These coated pieces may be stored for future use. Sprinkle particular specimens onto coating of Al shim and heat briefly on hotplate to 40°C. Tap or blow off any lose particles and then coat specimen. The shim may be examined after fastening to the supplied pin-type mount with set-screw.
I668 Tempfix, SEM adhesive AUD64.00 /set Available
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I668
PAP PENS Antigen tests
Liquid-repellent slide marker pens for staining procedures; 5mm pen nip assures broad band to retain fluids.
The liquid blocker pen is very resistant to PBS, TBS, and TBST in immuno-staining procedure.
ID310 Aqua hold pap pen AUD70.00 Available
ID300 Liquid blocker super pap pen AUD88.00 10% discount for 5 Available
Liquid-repellent slide marker pens for staining procedures; 5mm pen nip assures broad band to retain fluids.
The liquid blocker pen is very resistant to PBS, TBS, and TBST in immuno-staining procedure.
- Shake well before use
- Push tip of the pen gently to saturate
- Draw the circle wider if necessary
Circle can be removed with xylene.
User Notes for ID300 MSDS
User Notes for ID310
Note on the difference between ID300 and ID310
What a difference a pen makes: We found a cheaper PAP pen and some people love it; others politely declare it to be a waste of money. Perhaps it depends on the application or how the pen is held. We offer both types, the choice is yours.
ID310 Aqua hold pap pen AUD70.00 Available
ID300 Liquid blocker super pap pen AUD88.00 10% discount for 5 Available
ID310, ID300
CASSETTE/SLIDE MARKERS SHUR/MARK™
Especially designed to withstand alcohol, xylene and other solvents used in histology work and labels may be wiped off with water. These markers are perfect for marking cassettes and microscope slides. For initial use prime by applying gentle pressure to the tip. Tips have a fine point and these are replaceable. Black pen marks are visible in backscattered SEM mode, this makes markers suitable for microanalysis.
ID010B M.S.D.S.
ID010R M.S.D.S.
ID010B SHUR/MARK™ slide marking pen, black AUD23.00 10% discount for 12 Available
ID010R SHUR/MARK™ slide marking pen, red AUD23.00 10% discount for 12 Available
ID010RT SHUR/MARK™ replacement tip AUD18.00 /pk/6 Available
Especially designed to withstand alcohol, xylene and other solvents used in histology work and labels may be wiped off with water. These markers are perfect for marking cassettes and microscope slides. For initial use prime by applying gentle pressure to the tip. Tips have a fine point and these are replaceable. Black pen marks are visible in backscattered SEM mode, this makes markers suitable for microanalysis.
ID010B M.S.D.S.
ID010R M.S.D.S.
ID010B SHUR/MARK™ slide marking pen, black AUD23.00 10% discount for 12 Available
ID010R SHUR/MARK™ slide marking pen, red AUD23.00 10% discount for 12 Available
ID010RT SHUR/MARK™ replacement tip AUD18.00 /pk/6 Available
ID010
STATMARK™ PEN resistant to chemicals
The STATMARK™ Pen is the ideal black marker for histology and cytology labs. The permanent ink resists even the harshest chemicals, including formalin, ethanol, isopropanol and xylene. The writing remains clean, clear and legible throughout the range of laboratory procedures, including processing and staining. The ink dries quickly and will not run or smear. It lasts through fixatives, baths, dips, stains, bleaches and more.
Not suitable for glass.
ID03B STATMARK™ permanent marker, black AUD14.00 /pk/2 10% discount for 6 Available
The STATMARK™ Pen is the ideal black marker for histology and cytology labs. The permanent ink resists even the harshest chemicals, including formalin, ethanol, isopropanol and xylene. The writing remains clean, clear and legible throughout the range of laboratory procedures, including processing and staining. The ink dries quickly and will not run or smear. It lasts through fixatives, baths, dips, stains, bleaches and more.
Not suitable for glass.
ID03B STATMARK™ permanent marker, black AUD14.00 /pk/2 10% discount for 6 Available
ID03B
MOIST MARK PLUS™ PEN
Premium slide/cassette marker. Resistant to all solvents. Writes smooth, dark and fine on all cassettes and all slides. Use for cytology as a “ dotting” reference marker as well.
General use: histology, cytology
Writing surface: glass, plastic
Note: Rubbing may remove ink from glass when wet with some solvents.
ID04 Moist Mark Plus™ pen AUD14.00 /pk/2 10% discount for 5 Available
Premium slide/cassette marker. Resistant to all solvents. Writes smooth, dark and fine on all cassettes and all slides. Use for cytology as a “ dotting” reference marker as well.
General use: histology, cytology
Writing surface: glass, plastic
Note: Rubbing may remove ink from glass when wet with some solvents.
ID04 Moist Mark Plus™ pen AUD14.00 /pk/2 10% discount for 5 Available
ID04
LABORATORY MARKING PENS
These felt-tip marking pens are perfect for labelling glass. They contain a permanent, fast-drying ink that withstands most solvents and autoclaving, remaining waterproof and smudge-proof. Pen with pocket clip is 133mm long.
ID02BK Laboratory marking pens, black AUD11.00 /pk/2 10% discount for 5 Available
ID02BE Laboratory marking pens, blue AUD11.00 /pk/2 10% discount for 5 Available
ID02GN Laboratory marking pens, green AUD11.00 /pk/2 10% discount for 5 Available
ID02RD Laboratory marking pens, red AUD11.00 /pk/2 10% discount for 5 Availability
These felt-tip marking pens are perfect for labelling glass. They contain a permanent, fast-drying ink that withstands most solvents and autoclaving, remaining waterproof and smudge-proof. Pen with pocket clip is 133mm long.
ID02BK Laboratory marking pens, black AUD11.00 /pk/2 10% discount for 5 Available
ID02BE Laboratory marking pens, blue AUD11.00 /pk/2 10% discount for 5 Available
ID02GN Laboratory marking pens, green AUD11.00 /pk/2 10% discount for 5 Available
ID02RD Laboratory marking pens, red AUD11.00 /pk/2 10% discount for 5 Availability
ID02BK
HIGH TEMPERATURE CARBON PASTE
Carbon flakes in an inorganic silicate solution for bonding resisting up to 2000°C. The High Temperature Carbon Paste is aimed for applications where a conductive cement is needed which withstand temperatures up to 2000°C.This paste is ideally suited for mounting specimens on hot stages for SEM , FESEM, XPS, ESCA, SIMS and AUGER systems. Also for applications where silver migration or a reaction with silver or nickel flakes could be a problem, this product would be an excellent alternative. Carbon content is 50-60% by weight in an inorganic silicate aqueous solution. Conductivity in cured state is 4.6 ohm/square/mil. Must be fully cured to achieve good conductivity and strong bond. Soluble in water to 260°C. Cure schedule is: air dry at room temperature for 2-4 hours, step cure at 93°C and final cure at 260°C.
Technical Notes
I057 High temperature carbon paste AUD90.00 /50g Availability
Carbon flakes in an inorganic silicate solution for bonding resisting up to 2000°C. The High Temperature Carbon Paste is aimed for applications where a conductive cement is needed which withstand temperatures up to 2000°C.This paste is ideally suited for mounting specimens on hot stages for SEM , FESEM, XPS, ESCA, SIMS and AUGER systems. Also for applications where silver migration or a reaction with silver or nickel flakes could be a problem, this product would be an excellent alternative. Carbon content is 50-60% by weight in an inorganic silicate aqueous solution. Conductivity in cured state is 4.6 ohm/square/mil. Must be fully cured to achieve good conductivity and strong bond. Soluble in water to 260°C. Cure schedule is: air dry at room temperature for 2-4 hours, step cure at 93°C and final cure at 260°C.
Technical Notes
I057 High temperature carbon paste AUD90.00 /50g Availability
HIGH PERFORMANCE NICKEL PASTE
Nickel flakes in an inorganic silicate aqueous solution providing a conductive adhesive for bonding applications such as:
The good thermal and electrical conductivity of this adhesive, coupled with the absence of hydrocarbons, makes this product suitable for demanding specimen preparation in surface science and SEM applications. Nickel particle size is 20µm, nickel content is >60%. The High Performance Nickel Paste needs to be cured for 2 hours at 93°C to achieve final electrical and mechanical properties. It is soluble in water to 260°C, above this temperature it becomes almost insoluble.
Technical Note
For nonconductive, high temperature adhesive try high performance ceramic adhesive.
For more demanding applications, try high Performance Silver Paste.
I059 High performance nickel paste AUD74.00 /50g Availability
Nickel flakes in an inorganic silicate aqueous solution providing a conductive adhesive for bonding applications such as:
- High temperature up to 538°C
- Ultra high vacuum - no hydrocarbon, no VOC's
- Cryogenic temperatures (suitability depends on matching properties)
The good thermal and electrical conductivity of this adhesive, coupled with the absence of hydrocarbons, makes this product suitable for demanding specimen preparation in surface science and SEM applications. Nickel particle size is 20µm, nickel content is >60%. The High Performance Nickel Paste needs to be cured for 2 hours at 93°C to achieve final electrical and mechanical properties. It is soluble in water to 260°C, above this temperature it becomes almost insoluble.
Technical Note
For nonconductive, high temperature adhesive try high performance ceramic adhesive.
For more demanding applications, try high Performance Silver Paste.
I059 High performance nickel paste AUD74.00 /50g Availability
HIGH PERFORMANCE CERAMIC ADHESIVE
The high performance ceramic adhesive has been especially developed for bonding and sealing ceramics, metals, quartz and glass for high vacuum, high temperature and cryo applications. It is a dispersion of alumina in an inorganic silicate aqueous solution. Comes in the form of a paste and can be easily applied with a brush or a spatula. Good mechanical strength is achieved within minutes at room temperature. Curing schedule is 2 hours at 93°C. Full properties are reached after curing. It provides both low electrical and thermal conductivity. Sold in 2 sizes: a container holding 473ml (ask) or a container holding 50 grams (approx. 22ml).
Advantages:
Technical Notes
For conductive applications consider high performance silver paste.
I026 High performance ceramic adhesive AUD54.00 /50g Availability
The high performance ceramic adhesive has been especially developed for bonding and sealing ceramics, metals, quartz and glass for high vacuum, high temperature and cryo applications. It is a dispersion of alumina in an inorganic silicate aqueous solution. Comes in the form of a paste and can be easily applied with a brush or a spatula. Good mechanical strength is achieved within minutes at room temperature. Curing schedule is 2 hours at 93°C. Full properties are reached after curing. It provides both low electrical and thermal conductivity. Sold in 2 sizes: a container holding 473ml (ask) or a container holding 50 grams (approx. 22ml).
Advantages:
- One component, easy to use system
- Inorganic system without VOC's or hydrocarbons - high vacuum compatible
- Wide temperature range - Cryogenic to 1650°C
- High electrical and thermal resistance
- Good mechanical strength
- High chemical resistance
Technical Notes
For conductive applications consider high performance silver paste.
I026 High performance ceramic adhesive AUD54.00 /50g Availability
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