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VSP-A Series Depositions Accessories provide research scientists with flexibility and speed in sample preparation. Simply attach the desired module onto the outlet of the VSP-G1 to collect nanoparticles in one of three methods: diffusion, filtration, or impaction.
Diffusion

Filtration

Impaction


VSP-A1 Diffusion Accessory
- Dispersed, unagglomerated particles
- Sample ready in 1-10 minutes
- Sample size 10×10 mm
- Types of substrates: TEM grids, in situ TEM chips, Electrodes, (doped) Si chips, electrodes
- Production rate: 1-10 mg/hour

VSP-A2 Filtration Accessory
- High coverage on porous substrates; bottom-up catalyst fabrication
- Mix and match oxides and metallic nanoparticles
- Collect particles with in-line filter
- Type of substrates: porous membranes, electrospun wires, carbon cloth, filter paper
- Substrate diameter = 47 mm
Applications: catalyst support decoration, filtration testing, battery anode/cathode fabrication

VSP-A3 Impaction Accessory
- Deposition of multiple layers of nanoparticles
- Grow nanoporous oxide layers
- Useful as catalyst support/sensitive material
- Types of substrates: glass, Si, TEM grids, MEMS chips
- Max deposited area: ø3 mm
Applications: battery or fuel cell anode/cathode fabrication, layered structures