Struers CitoVac is a digitally controlled vacuum chamber for quick and efficient impregnation of specimens in epoxy resin. This method of sample preparation for optical and SEM examination is perfect for fragile, temperature sensitive materials, porous specimens, components for failure analysis containing cracks and voids. Materials that are routinely mounted with CitoVac include metal alloy castings and welds, composites, electronic components, rocks minerals, ceramics, and spray coatings. CitoVac is equipped with extremely user-friendly control system interface and spacious vacuum chamber for simultaneous processing of several specimens.

Location: AIBN Building 75, Room 112

Contact: Olexandra Marenych o.marenych@uq.edu.au