New GOFIB Lift-Out Grids

In recent times the need for different types of EM grids has expanded, and the commercial introduction around 15 years ago of Nanomanipulators was perhaps the start of this. Their requirement for half-moon type grids with pins or slots to hold lamella samples led to the introduction of FIB Lift-Out Grids.

Having made custom grids for many OEM companies since the inception of these products, Graticules has recently introduced their own brand of products with multiple pin configurations and in copper or molybdenum. 

Over the years the design and quality requirements of the grids has changed, driven by the increased demands of the analysis and automated workflow systems. This is something that Graticules has addressed with improvements in processing and investment in new plant. The latest innovation has been the addition of unique DMC marking on each grid for true traceability. This has meant significant development and major investment in bespoke systems that are capable of achieving the 100% readable micro coding demanded.