Centar Frontier: Computer controlled polishing system for automated sample preparation

Gatan, Inc., in collaboration with Sagitta, introduces the NEW Centar Frontier. The Centar Frontier is a computer controlled polishing system for automated sample preparation, in cross-section, thinning, shallow angle and parallel (Delayering and backside thinning) modes for SEM, TEM, STEM, PEM SRM, SIMS imaging based on Sagitta’s proprietary Sub-Micron-Polishing Technology (SMPT™).

The Centar Frontier offers these key advantages:

• +/-100nm Polishing Accuracy
• Full Automation
• High Throughput
• High Repeatability & Reliability
• High Quality

Gatan and Sagitta will be exhibiting at the 2006 ISTFA Meeting in Booth 706/708. A fully operating Centar Frontier will be available for demonstrations. Please visit the Gatan booth to schedule a demonstration during exhibit hours. You can also contact your local Gatan Sales office [http://www.gatan.com/sales/index.php] for complete information on the Centar Frontier.