What are some options for vacuum storage stations for TEM holders?

24 October 2023 0 7K Report

Does anyone have suggestions for good, reliable vacuum storage stations for TEM holders? I have only been able to find a few vendors, namely Gatan, Fischione, and PIE Scientific. Are there others that I'm missing?

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